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| windows XP will not boot up | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I checked the suggested web site http://tpsconsulting.com but didn't see anything that might help ...
A: If you have already visited my website at http://tpsconsulting.com that is good, now you can go back ...
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| MusicMatch Burner plus | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Whenever I want to burn a cd with musicMatch I get the message: "Runtime Error! This application ...
A: The program you are currently using may not be the problem. It may be due to other cd/dvd burning ...
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| Back up disk | 11/16/2009 |
Q: My computer is loaded with viruses and spyware like it knows what I would do it deleted the restore ...
A: If you don't have the windows cd to reinstall windows then you are pretty much going to have to ...
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| hard drive data recovery | 11/10/2009 |
Q: Not a question about XP actually. I recently had my 8400 dell dimension go down and sent the hard ...
A: You mention there are two hard drives and if this is the case then yes, you may have had it set up ...
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| re-installing OS after reformatting | 11/9/2009 |
Q: My friend let us repair the problem of his laptop, it's a Toshiba Satellite L200 laptop. It has ...
A: Yes,unfortunately you are going to have to perform a full reinstall with a working disk. I suggest ...
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| problem with refreshing a page | 11/8/2009 |
Q: Im running xp pro and when im scrolling through my music folder, it keeps refreshing back to the ...
A: There are literally too many possiblities to where your problem is from exactly. I would suggest ...
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| Re: Computer goes blank | 11/7/2009 |
Q: How are you? I started having problems yesterday on my main computer. It is a Dell Dimension 2400 ...
A: The first thing you want to do is make sure your data is safe, because from what you have explained ...
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| URGENT pls vista wont start | 11/6/2009 |
Q: the problem is i have no restore points. the os doesnt start it keeps looping on configuring 3 0f 3 ...
A: What you are going to want to do is boot your system from your windows vista cd. Once it boots from ...
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| Windows 7 and dual boot issue. | 11/5/2009 |
Q: sorry this is kind of long but all this information is important. Well i recently was running Vista ...
A: First of all you are going to want to repair the boot config so that it doesn't prompt you for which ...
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| Exracting Files after reinstalling Windows XP | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Dell Inspiron 5100 and have just re-installed Windows XP. I couldn't get on the Internet ...
A: You are going to need to get on the internet, from some computer in order to download the necessary ...
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| Computer Hanging Problem | 11/2/2009 |
Q: how are you MR. i have a computer hanging problem please help me. I reboot my computer, when xp red ...
A: I suggest trying to see if you can start the computer in 'safe mode'. To do this, press the power ...
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| 64 bits | 11/1/2009 |
Q: I want to build a PC with several OS in it. At least Linux, and Windows (not sure which Windows ...
A: Without a doubt you are going to want to get Windows 7 as your main o/s. It is by far, the best o/s ...
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| Internet Explorer not recognising wireless broadband connection | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I use XP and have recently added a wireless broadband connection. The connection seems fine and with ...
A: If you have just reformatted and reinstalled things, my guess is you will need to do a couple ...
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| Internet Explorer not recognising wireless broadband connection | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I use XP and have recently added a wireless broadband connection. The connection seems fine and with ...
A: First of all I highly suggest using anything but the internet explorer. I suggest the AVANT BROWSER ...
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| slow | 10/27/2009 |
Q: My Dell computer has Windows XP professional sp3, a Pentium 4 chip 1.5 GB and 256 MB ram. I am ...
A: The slowness you may be noticing is more likely due to the hard drive becoming full as you download ...
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| Win XP drive dismount | 9/22/2009 |
Q: installing win xp pro on a ntfs formated drive, In 3-4 months the error arises that windows was not ...
A: I believe the solution for your problem, when this does happen, is to perform a WINDOWS REPAIR. No, ...
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| drives showing error messages | 9/20/2009 |
Q: Sir, I am uusing windows xp2, recently i have deleted the autorun.inf files from my drives and ...
A: Yes, I'm not sure what you would expect when you remove part of the windows system files. This is ...
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| Gyberish problem. | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I've lately installed the virtual DJ portable version of atomix...when i installed the program, ...
A: I suggest trying to enter safe mode by restarting your computer and start pressing the F8 key until ...
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| Copy files | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a directory / folder on my C and sub-directories / sub-folders in it and various files in ...
A: Go to MY COMPUTER and the folder with the subdirectories and simply click and drag the folders to ...
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| operating system | 9/16/2009 |
Q: while working on my laptop normally, all of a sudden the screen turns blue n tells to restart the ...
A: My guess is that it is malware/spyware and/or driver update issues, however it also could be your ...
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| Win xp Flashing-Changing Focus | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have winxp mce2005 and this started slowly but now it is intense and constant. It's ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and reading the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| WinXP SDHC fix | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I understand that WinXP SP3 includes a fix (KB934428) for handling SD cards greater than 4GB. I have ...
A: Your problem isn't with windows xp, it is with the card reader as you may notice it is an SD card ...
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| sony vaio laptop | 9/2/2009 |
Q: the sony will come on,it will go to the config. screen but no matter what option i choose - it ...
A: If you have the windows disk then you should be able to perform a windows repair install. Please ...
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| Operating Systems | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Buying a new machine and replacing the Windows Vista with the older operating system (Windows XP). ...
A: As you would be buying a new machine, it may come with Vista and most likely the 64 bit version. ...
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| BSOD in Win XP Pro | 8/30/2009 |
Q: I am a fellow expert in the ferret category (a bit different from computers though). I know a bit ...
A: Since there are just so many possibilities, as you are aware, hardware or software, where to begin.. ...
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| Video controller (vga comp) | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a eurocom 7200T laptop. I have installed windows xp home and have an explanation mark next to ...
A: I would first visit the eurocom download page here: ...
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| Windows update for windows - where is to find save location? | 8/13/2009 |
Q: i have downloaded all the windows update. the total size was over 300mb and i don't want to download ...
A: What you want to do is download and save the 'service packs' as well as any other 'stand alone ...
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| Start menu/Tool bar | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I feel ridiculous having to ask this because it's so elementary. It happened once before and I ...
A: Oh, it will move, you just aren't finding the correct place to place your mouse pointer as it is ...
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| Old "C:/" file | 8/10/2009 |
Q: When I bought my Dell 410 XPS all of the files that were in my old "C" computer's file were copied ...
A: Yes, of course you can delete these files as they have no ties to the new operating system files. ...
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| Disabling a Key On Keyboard? | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I am using an HP computer and keyboard I just wanted to know if it is possible to Disable one or ...
A: Yes, as part of the results search that I sent, I did see quite a number of options for this, with ...
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| Disabling a Key On Keyboard? | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I am using an HP computer and keyboard I just wanted to know if it is possible to Disable one or ...
A: Off-hand I don't know of any way within the windows operating system but I am pretty sure if you ...
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| problem with compaq presario 2000 | 8/7/2009 |
Q: After startup it goes to windows xp screen and than to the screensaver with no icons.I have tried ...
A: sounds like your system registry (at a very minimum) has become corrupt and/or the account itself. ...
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| Start-up items | 8/2/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of items that run at start-up. One is cftmon.exe(CFT Loader) When I looked up this ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page. The OPTIMIZING TIP ...
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| network adapter | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I reistal XP with original HP OEM cd . Network adapter is not find. So Local area connection is not ...
A: I suggest going to my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and then to the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page ...
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| Video controller (VGA compatible) | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I am having video problems with my PC. My O.S. is Windows XP Professional SP2. The device manager ...
A: I suggest first visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and vist the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page ...
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| blue screen of death | 7/13/2009 |
Q: over the past days, every time i try to upload photos and videos from my SD card--i get the BSOD. it ...
A: It is unclear to me if you successfully managed to install the bios upgrade and then started having ...
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| blue screen of death | 7/12/2009 |
Q: over the past days, every time i try to upload photos and videos from my SD card--i get the BSOD. it ...
A: Yes, if you have already visited my website then you will know the first program you want to install ...
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| email | 7/11/2009 |
Q: Mike, is it possible to recover a deleted e-mail? I use msn hotmail and have Vista
A: If you use hotmail then this is a web-based email which means you connect to the account through the ...
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| sound | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I have no sound on my computer anymore. How do I get it back?
A: You are going to want to check your device manager to see if you have a yellow exclamation point ...
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| Unistalling problem | 7/6/2009 |
Q: i have made one software in vb.net and successfully installed it in my laptop but i have then ...
A: What I suggest is using CCLEANER to remove the old entry from the add/remove programs using the ...
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| Windows XP Professional | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I'm currently in China visiting my wife's family. They have Win XP Prof on their computer but of ...
A: Nope, sorry, there is nothing you can do but learn what 'yes and no' are and go from there. .I know ...
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| 2nd harddrive on XP | 7/3/2009 |
Q: How do I install a second and third hard drive on my Windows XP operating system? I have XP on one ...
A: First of all you should NEVER be plugging a hard drive in once windows is up and running, you very ...
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| Another thing.... | 7/2/2009 |
Q: this is Dixon,My Tools tab from My Computer's toolbar shows funny stuff after my sister used it,it ...
A: You are obviously going to have to have administrative privileges on your account. Either log in to ...
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| Toolbar help | 7/1/2009 |
Q: this is Dixon,My Tools tab from My Computer's toolbar shows funny stuff after my sister used it,it ...
A: If you RIGHT CLICK on the toolbar you should find that you can add/remove (customize) your toolbar. ...
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| WINDOWS XP WONT LOAD | 6/29/2009 |
Q: DAUGHTER HAS AN ACER ASPIRE ONE USING WINDOWS XP HOME EDITION AND WHEN SHE TURNS ON HER COMPUTER IT ...
A: You should try pressing the F8 key right after you turn the system on.. press F8, F8, F8 until you ...
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| FAX | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I wonder if you can tell me if I can download the FAX facility from somewhere into my system. I know ...
A: What you are going to need to do are two things.. first, you need a telephone fax modem installed on ...
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| XP | 6/27/2009 |
Q: I am using XP with 5 accounts set, and one day i found that whenever i choose any account to log on ...
A: It sounds like you may have been infected with a virus which has corrupted your registry for your ...
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| Slow System | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 2 year old laptop (Dual Core, 1.73 GHz, 1gig RAM). It is very slow on start-up and opening ...
A: I believe if you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| jpg files won't open in windows XP Media edition | 6/22/2009 |
Q: How can I get my jpg photos to open in windows & fax viewer? I have PC set to open jpg using windows ...
A: The easiest way is to RIGHT CLICK on the file and choose OPEN WITH and from the menu, choose the ...
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| Logmein (Hamachi) and UltraVNC | 6/21/2009 |
Q: Darce, I am looking for a little advice as I saw a post you responded to and you seem knowledgeable ...
A: Yes, I would highly suggest the use of logmein services. Personally I would start with the free ...
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| plz help | 5/26/2009 |
Q: run option in xp disappeared. I went to services to start it. I get an error that, system does not ...
A: Sounds like your system may have been infected with a few trojan horse viruses in the past that have ...
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| Webcam problems | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I'm not sure if I'm asking the right person about this, but i can't find anywhere else (If you want, ...
A: First of all I suggest uninstalling any software that it came with as in most cases, people will ...
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| restore | 5/21/2009 |
Q: what should i do if i want to remove all the installed software in my computer, i mean return it to ...
A: Depending on your computer and how it was when you purchased it. For example, most Dell, HP, IBM ...
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| No audio | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Today when I was going to listen to some music on my laptop(a Window XP Pro), I try turning the ...
A: Sounds like your audio device driver has either become corrupted and/or has been removed, probably ...
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| Just when is a driver installed? | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I try and keep my comp as lean and mean as possible and use every piece of software available to ...
A: Actually you are probably best to use the AUTOMATIC settings for this, with regards to the windows ...
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| Setting date | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I want to set the system date to a date prior to 1.1.1980. Not able to do in the usual way. Can we ...
A: First of all, stay away from changing the time/date of your computer system as this has many ...
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| Virtual memory | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I have Win XP Pro. Ever so often a balloon appears in the lower right hand pane of Windows saying ...
A: This typically means your system is running out of available memory and therefore attempts to adjust ...
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| xp stuff | 5/13/2009 |
Q: When I scroll, my screen blinks as it scrolls, rather than just scrolling smoothly. Also, when I ...
A: Sounds like you may need to update your display/chipset drivers. I suggest using a program called ...
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| moniter display problem | 5/11/2009 |
Q: only half of the screen is appearing on moniter i.e bottom is appearing in black and top portion is ...
A: You pretty much answered your own question on this one.. the fact that you can turn off the monitor ...
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| Windows XP installation partitioner problems | 5/9/2009 |
Q: When I installed my new DVD writer on my computer, the plastic tab on the header on my SATA drive ...
A: I would actually suggest you download and install the new Windows 7 release candidate as it is free ...
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| sound problem | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Last week my sound wasn't working, so I spent hours troubleshooting and going through everything to ...
A: You are first going to want to check the systemtray icons as one of them will most likely be this ...
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| firewalls | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Mike, thanks for taking my question, I hope you can help. I can download Limewire onto my computer, ...
A: Do yourself a favour and UNINSTALL LIMEWIRE, never to be installed again! This peer-to-peer ...
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| Saving Email Messages | 5/3/2009 |
Q: Is there a way of saving email messages on a USB thumb drive? I've got them in folders and some ...
A: You can save pretty much anything you want to a flash drive. Depending on how you choose to save ...
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| Hard drive hierarchy | 5/2/2009 |
Q: My problem isn't that important, though I can see a time when it could be. I bought a new mobo a ...
A: You are going to need to go in to the system setup (bios settings) and confirm the boot order, as ...
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| SLOW pc | 4/30/2009 |
Q: Our pc is incredibly slow! Everything is slow! sometimes lately opening Thunderbird or Firefox ...
A: Actually I am pretty sure your system is quite infected with malware/spyware as the program you are ...
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| Windows XP Prof | 4/29/2009 |
Q: Windows did not pass validation - purchased new version - followed online procedure (change key) - ...
A: You are going to have to call the number again and explain to them and they will walk you through ...
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| computer clock | 4/28/2009 |
Q: This is driving me absolutely crazy. My computer clock resets itself, after startup, to September ...
A: My guess would be that your computers bios battery requires changing. Unplugging the power firstly, ...
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| virtual memory full | 4/27/2009 |
Q: my p4 system is not running like it configuration i have latest problem regarding to virtual memory ...
A: Most Virtual memory issues are due to just that, low memory, but this is due to too many processes ...
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| compaq presario V2000 not booting all the way | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I'm having an issue on my laptop. What it is that when I went to start it up all it does is the caps ...
A: Sounds like your hard drive has crashed. You will most likely require a new hard drive and by ...
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| windows XP domain password | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have a new dell desktop running XP professional. My problem is after booting a "press ...
A: If you have no other account that has administrative level then you are going to have to perform a ...
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| compaq presario V2000 not booting all the way | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I'm having an issue on my laptop. What it is that when I went to start it up all it does is the caps ...
A: I suggest first trying to boot in to safe mode. Do this by first starting your computer from power ...
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| error message | 4/22/2009 |
Q: i have windows xp home and when i start my computer i get an error message : Windows - no disc, ...
A: This can happen when an incomplete program installation fails, for whatever reason, and/or malware ...
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| XP Pro OS reinstall on new hard drive issues | 4/21/2009 |
Q: After installing XP on new Hard Drive, I am getting failures relating to the OS and hardware. ...
A: It would all depend on how you went about installing windows. If you say you installed it fresh on a ...
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| windows vista reboot loop after forced shutdown (no SP1 failure) | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have a Windows Vista from Dell, last thursday I powered it on and it rebooted (it was installing ...
A: There are pretty much only two things you can do. The first is to attempt a 'windows repair' ...
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| windows xp start up problem | 4/20/2009 |
Q: sir on start up some time my computer does not recongnise key board attached to it and when i ...
A: If this appears to be an intermittent thing whereas it only happens sometimes, and when you restart ...
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| Missing dllcache file? | 4/19/2009 |
Q: Re: Windows XP Pro I can't find the dllcache folder in the system32. It was there, but now I can't ...
A: I might first ask why it is you are looking for this, as in most cases this is an error you may ...
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| registry server entry point | 3/20/2009 |
Q: while I was trying to install a dll file, I got an error message that the dll file was loaded, but ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Setting restrictions for User accounts | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I have one PC at home running Windows XP, and (naturally) I have the administrator rights to it. ...
A: Windows XP does have the ability to create a 'limited user' account. Just go to the control ...
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| Reinstall XP from I386 | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have a Gateway desktop computer. The hard drive was dying so I copied the I386 folder onto a CD ...
A: You are going to have to go through the telephone support in order to reactivate your windows. So ...
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| webcam tutorial for HP Pavillion laptop | 3/19/2009 |
Q: .. I purchased an HP 6000 Pavillion laptop about a year and a half ago. When I first went through ...
A: Actually if you can see yourself then that is good because you know that the camera is connecting ...
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| Windows Media Center 2002 | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I had an HP desktop that had both XP Pro and Media Center installed as part of the computer package. ...
A: Microsoft doesn't offer any real solution to your problem other than either purchasing the O/S again ...
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| Runtime error | 2/22/2009 |
Q: Often when I try to play a media file from the internet I get the following error message: ...
A: I believe part of the problems you are having might be due to the programs you have running all the ...
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| Insufficient Memory | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I have the same problem with two different Windows XP SP2 systems. I've just started reading posts ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Runtime error | 2/21/2009 |
Q: Often when I try to play a media file from the internet I get the following error message: ...
A: As there are always some sort of updates available, whether it be with the web browser, and/or the ...
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| Mass storage controller | 2/15/2009 |
Q: Mass storage controller driver is missing from my Acer laptop. It appears in the Device Manager ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and then going to the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT ...
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| Why is my fast computer going so slow? | 2/14/2009 |
Q: just recently my computer has been running way, slower then usual. My friend had came over and ...
A: You are aware your system has had at least one known virus, or at least one that your current ...
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| hard drive | 2/13/2009 |
Q: i have a Maxtor hard drive 6y080l0 which is a 160GB, on my computer it only shows 30GB. i have ...
A: If this is something that just started happening, I would be looking at the bios settings and seeing ...
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| XP Opening multiple items | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Sometimes I need to open mutiple files at the same time, for example .ttf files and .jpgs. Problem: ...
A: I have no idea what you are referring to that I answered years ago as through allexperts I don't ...
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| Explorer & HD problems | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Mike. I'm unable to open Internet Explorer. When I try to, I get a Windows error (AppName: ...
A: You should be using the IT PROFESSIONAL link to get each update as the windows update will not work ...
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| tabs option | 2/11/2009 |
Q: how do i get the tabs option to work on XP? when i browse it shuts down the current window and ...
A: Since you didn't mention what browser, I will assume you are using the Internet Explorer and for ...
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| Browser Problem in Win XP | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I as using windows xp(SP2) with 512 RAM. I have BSNL broadband connections. My problem is whenever I ...
A: First things first.. you need to update your windows operating system to xp sp3 and get any and all ...
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| Problem starting system after power failure | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I use Win XP. After a power failure, i'm not able to start the sytem normally.I hungs up after the ...
A: Typically this is due to a device driver problem and quite often the display driver. Therefore since ...
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| how to remove Task bar items | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have had Pc's for over 35 years, so I can't believe I have forgotten how to remove items from the ...
A: I think if you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| Explorer & HD problems | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Mike. I'm unable to open Internet Explorer. When I try to, I get a Windows error (AppName: ...
A: There is no doubt that your computer is still infected (with spyware/malware and probably viruses) ...
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| Computer back-up question | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I have a Dell XPS 410 computer and have a problem. My computer had Norton software on it when I ...
A: I guess if you want to continue to 'ghost' your drive then you are going to need norton ghost ...
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| delete item from toolbar | 2/6/2009 |
Q: Mike, I just had a "virus 360" icon appear on my toolbar. The program keeps popping up ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Windows XP | 2/6/2009 |
Q: How do you get rid of the side bar that pops up on it's own without warning.
A: Windows XP does not have a 'sidebar' therefore my guess is that you have some other ...
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| i wanna know | 1/19/2009 |
Q: how do i use a credit card i have applied for into a site
A: If you are wanting to purchase something through a website using a credit card, the number one thing ...
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| No sound after windows XP Qosmio reinstall | 1/17/2009 |
Q: After a windows "unable to load boot volume" failure, I took my Toshiba F10 XP Media Center Edition ...
A: If you haven't already removed any devices in the device manager with the yellow exclamation point, ...
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| Installing XP- Pro | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Mike, can you walk me thru uninstalling XP-ME and installing XP-PRO? Thanks for your time, Ken ...
A: It sounds to me like the 'xp-me' that is installed is truly not newer than the xp pro you are ...
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| AMD Sepmron | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I have an AMD Sempron computer older model i think..it stopped working a few days ago. When i turn ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page. The tip you want ...
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| Installing XP- Pro | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Mike, can you walk me thru uninstalling XP-ME and installing XP-PRO? Thanks for your time, Ken
A: There is nothing more then placing the cd in the drive and following the prompts. It will typically ...
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| No sound after windows XP Qosmio reinstall | 1/16/2009 |
Q: After a windows "unable to load boot volume" failure, I took my Toshiba F10 XP Media Center Edition ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and visit the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page. There ...
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| chkdsk utility | 1/15/2009 |
Q: i too am a novice user i tried what u said and an error message popped up and said errors found but ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't get to see what you might have asked before and from this message I can't ...
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| RANDOM REBOOTING PROBLEM WITH WinXPProSP2(SP3) | 1/15/2009 |
Q: RANDOM REBOOTING PROBLEM WITH WinXPProSP2(SP3) Dear Expert: an expert user here too, but not with ...
A: I believe I may have the fix for you as I came across this last summer. I blogged about it here: ...
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| Video | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I am on dial-up in the country, very slow downloads. I usually can download streaming video and view ...
A: It will pretty much depend on the website and the video you are attempting to download later. In ...
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| Temp Folder | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I am trying to open the folder C:Documents and SettingsRDLocal SettingsTemp in safe mode, in order ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| winxp problem | 1/13/2009 |
Q: As you know about my windows and its boot problem what I have suffered so I wanna ask you a ...
A: I will attempt to answer this the best I can from what you have now given me. Any boot menu will ...
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| winxp problem | 1/13/2009 |
Q: As you know about my windows and its boot problem what I have suffered so I wanna ask you a ...
A: Within the program CCLEANer, if you use the TOOLS you can adjust setting to the start up, as well in ...
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| winxp problem | 1/12/2009 |
Q: As you know about my windows and its boot problem what I have suffered so I wanna ask you a ...
A: Unfortunately I do not get to see any previous email question you may have had for me so I am not ...
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| program not responing | 1/11/2009 |
Q: It came back clean, so we must be looking for something else. any suggestions? Pete
A: I believe this was forwarded on to me but unfortunately I do not see the original message of the ...
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| No internet connection | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I had to wipe c drive and re-load windows xp. Now I cannot connect to the internet
A: You obviously require the correct device driver for the network card (or built in network device on ...
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| SYMTDI.SYS | 1/9/2009 |
Q: . am sorry if my english is not fine.. i use windows xp with some problems like making automatic ...
A: Without a doubt you have spyware/malware and probably trojans (viruses) installed on your computer. ...
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| Activating Office 2002 | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I just bought a new laptop, and I have the disk for Office 2002. It installed fine, but when the ...
A: There is no such program as Office 2002, there is Office 2003 though and for any sort of activation ...
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| website redirects | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I'm asking my question in the "Windows XP" category, even though it really involves something that ...
A: Yes, it does sound like your system has become infected with spyware and malware. The fact that you ...
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| runtime 53 | 1/7/2009 |
Q: HI i get runtime 53 file not found in a specific program a lot this program can covert a specific ...
A: My guess is if you are starting to get this after you installed the program, even after reinstalling ...
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| buying computer | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I was talking to Sherlyn and she said to ask you I am looking to buy a laptop and wondering what is ...
A: Unfortunately you are asking a question on an open forum,which is for computer problems, not ...
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| Key board error on start up | 1/7/2009 |
Q: i go to turn on my PC (Dell 1.8 GHz dual core) it start the boot up. then it says 'disknet drive 0 ...
A: Unfortunately it sounds more like you may have more serious problems with the possibility that you ...
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| HP Compaq won't boot | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I have a desktop pc which won't boot, it asks for a folder 'system32 is missing, please re-install a ...
A: Unfortunately when system files are corrupted or replaced by malware, the only way to repair is to ...
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| XP Install dilemma | 1/4/2009 |
Q: 'Kay. I'm installing Windows XP on my brother's system. He has an inadequate HD (4GB) and I've just ...
A: I always say to 'keep it simple' and in your case, the simplest way would be to install xp to the ...
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| missing folders in windows explorer | 1/3/2009 |
Q: itunes can play all of my music just fine. however, when i go to look at the files in windows ...
A: Itunes handles the files by sorting it within its own folder which can be found in my documents/my ...
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| Stuck On "Windows Is Starting Up" | 1/3/2009 |
Q: Booted from CD and ran chkdsk /r twice. Same problem exists. Attempted to come up with Last Known ...
A: It might very well be the hard drive. Depending on the age of it, you may just want to replace it ...
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| My Computer oprning on startup. XP sp3 | 1/3/2009 |
Q: My computer is opening on Start up. I checked startup entries in msconfig, but there is nothing ...
A: I have blogged about this some time ago, but it was dealing with the 'my documents' folder not 'my ...
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| Spam...using my e-mail address | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I am getting horrible trashy spam. It shows that it comes from ""... which is my e-mail address. ...
A: Actually the only true way is to simply not open it, but as you point out, when you check the email ...
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| My Computer oprning on startup. XP sp3 | 1/2/2009 |
Q: My computer is opening on Start up. I checked startup entries in msconfig, but there is nothing ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| keyboard | 12/31/2008 |
Q: how can i change the $ sign to the £ sign my laptop is approx six year old american one
A: You are going to want to go to the control panel/regional settings as well as the keyboard settings. ...
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| I have Windows 2000 still but I still have a question | 12/31/2008 |
Q: .I don't think that it matters on the windows year for this question.. I recently had to delete my ...
A: You can't actually delete the internet explorer, nor should you as windows still uses this for the ...
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| can't activate Norton Antivirus 2009 | 12/30/2008 |
Q: Everytime I try to activate Norton,it will not let me do it - I am on line and it fails to connect. ...
A: Personally I wouldn't be installing Norton and for obvious reasons, their tech support is useless, ...
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| hidden volume mute | 12/30/2008 |
Q: There is a program on my computer with a muted volume control and I am not able to find it. I can ...
A: Sounds to me like your 'mute' button is stuck in the depressed position and that is why you can't ...
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| Problem With BCDEDIT | 12/28/2008 |
Q: ini file and remove the line which refer to the Windows which I want to remove and then I delete the ...
A: Since you don't want to hear that you need to reformat,I will not tell you that, although this is ...
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| CHKDSK | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I have a brand new hard drive (SATA 150) and I'm now having problems with occasional lockups ...
A: Actually I think I would be more inclined to first attempt a windows repair install which will ...
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| mp3 | 12/26/2008 |
Q: my computer [windows xp] has stopped recognizing my daughters Zen mp3 and my Sony mobile phone which ...
A: It sounds to me like your system has been comprimised to the point where you should be performing a ...
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| MS08-078 | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I have been getting warnings from various sources to get a critical MS update called MS08-078.I have ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| win prob | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I m suffering a problem in my win xp shutdown , it take a long time for getting shut down menu also ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on optimizing your ...
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| Keyboard issue on laptop with German Keyboard | 12/24/2008 |
Q: I have a HP vt6200 Omnibook laptop with German Keyboard. Recently my internal harddisk crashed and I ...
A: You are going to want to go to the control panel and view a few areas, firstly the KEYBOARD ...
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| XPcloses down when USBplugged in | 12/24/2008 |
Q: I installed software for my husbands camera ( I have now uninstalled it)now my computer closes down ...
A: Sounds like your computer has a few issues that need to be cleaned up first of all. There are most ...
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| mp3 | 12/24/2008 |
Q: my computer [windows xp] has stopped recognizing my daughters Zen mp3 and my Sony mobile phone which ...
A: With the devices plugged in to the computer, go to the device manager and remove any unknown or ...
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| MS-DOS | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Using MS-Dos, what command(s) would I use to find all the files on my system that ends with a .inf ...
A: You hit it correctly, anything with the * after it will be searched, therefore if you want to search ...
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| "C\windows\explorer.exe" <- application not found | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I am experiencing this strange problem. whenever i click on to control panel i get an error message ...
A: Your system is quite possibly still infected with numerous known spyware and malware. I suggest ...
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| about Windows XP profesional | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I just bought my new laptop& it is with preinstalled XP profesional SP2 os. Now if my hard disc ...
A: All laptops that are created today typically will not have the operating system disks, and some may ...
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| Something went wrong | 12/21/2008 |
Q: A few months back i got a virus and i thought i tried to have it removed by spybot but it would just ...
A: Sounds like you have a real problem with your computer and unfortunately this is not something that ...
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| reading cd roms | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I'm experiencing the same kind of problem as Steve. My drive doesn't recognise anything on various ...
A: Actually, at the price of a new DVD Burner (which will also burn cd's) at around $30 (Canadian ...
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| Recurring Low Disk Space problem in Windows XP Home | 12/20/2008 |
Q: My desktop configuration is as follows: CPU: AMD Athlong 64 2800+ OS: Windows XP Home Edition ...
A: Actually windows xp and newer versions of operating system do not have a problem with larger drive ...
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| NO SOUND | 12/19/2008 |
Q: I have a Compaq N6000c laptop and I can't get the sound to work. I go into sound and audio device ...
A: You are going to want to go to the device manager and first remove all sound devices that show in ...
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| Mouse freezes | 12/19/2008 |
Q: My mouse keep freezing on me, can you help, it looks like there is a conflict in the drives, but I ...
A: Actually I would first be wanting to make sure your system is up to date and free and clear from the ...
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| Inactive volume controls in Recording Control in Windows XP | 12/18/2008 |
Q: My computer is custom built using an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor on a Gigabyte S-series motherboard ...
A: you should first realize there are quite often controls that are not in use, ever, depending on your ...
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| Rebooting | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I have used Norton Ghost 2003. I ghosted a drive and put it in the PC and now it just reboots over ...
A: When you ask how you can fix the problem 'for free' I hope you first realize you should be placing a ...
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| Svchost.exe DNS server taking up 50% of cpu on a regular basis | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I'm running a custom built Windows XP Pro system with a 3.4 GHZ intel Pentium CPU with ...
A: I get that a lot... "I have all the anti-spyware programs..." but do you? In fact most people have ...
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| hp 1740 | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for a boot disk/recovery disk for hp 1740... Any suggestions?
A: Other than contacting HP directly for this, you should have the hidden partition on your hard drive ...
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| windows upate and Office Word problems | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I am using an Japanese Windows XP operating system here in the US and I am unable install windows ...
A: I suggest first visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| disk defragmentation | 11/9/2008 |
Q: how do i efficiently defrag volumes on windows server 2003 if their is not 20 percent free disk ...
A: Actually with the price of hard drives, when you see there is only 20 percent left, I would suggest ...
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| storage capacity on hard drive | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 40gb hard drive which is divided into 2 parts, one being in general everyday use, and the ...
A: Today a 40gb hard drive isn't at all that large and so when you say you have it partitioned then I ...
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| Deleting Empty Folders | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Mike, I have several thousand empty folders residing under one 'major' folder. Interspersed ...
A: As with many malicious and trojan-based spyware, that may create and continue to propagate, new file ...
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| Vista freezes in Word and IE/Firefox | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I have an Acer with 2Gb of Ram, which has never given me trouble until yesterday. Firstly, IE and ...
A: Actually your problems sound more like spyware/malware related, especially when you say you found ...
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| Errors deleting files or folders,etc | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I have try to delete old jpg,vids,avi,icons,shortcuts,etc from my pc but I keep getting the error ...
A: There is no doubt that your system has become infected with spyware/malware issues that are either ...
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| WINDOWS MOVIE MAKER | 11/5/2008 |
Q: PLEASE HELP! I AM CREATING A MOVIE AND HAVE DONE IT IN THE PAST WITH THE SAME PROBLEM BUT HAD TO RE ...
A: I would first suggest checking to see that your computer is completely up to date with all windows ...
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| DNS server access | 11/5/2008 |
Q: i am having problems with my computer/internet connection and what I think is a DNS server issue. ...
A: There are a number of things you are going to want to do. First of all, since you are dealing with ...
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| Booting problem | 11/5/2008 |
Q: My 5 yrs-old computer runs on XP. Before I come to the question, I'll give you the necessary ...
A: If what I have been telling you seems above your head and the fact that you have played around with ...
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| Service Pack 3 error | 11/4/2008 |
Q: After I install Service Pack 3 i get the following error: Windows could not start becasue the ...
A: If you are having troubles after installing XP SP3, odds are it is because your system is (still) ...
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| SP3 | 11/4/2008 |
Q: This is actually a follow-up question to the problem I have trying to install SP3 but I was asked to ...
A: It is quite apparent that your system is infected (or has been) with malware that has since changed ...
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| Booting problem | 11/3/2008 |
Q: My 5 yrs-old computer runs on XP. Before I come to the question, I'll give you the necessary ...
A: first, the MBR refers to the MASTER BOOT RECORD which is obviously important. Thing is if you are ...
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| Errors deleting files or folders,etc | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have try to delete old jpg,vids,avi,icons,shortcuts,etc from my pc but I keep getting the error ...
A: first of all you definitely do not want to just start deleting files and folders that you don't ...
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| installer problems | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have windows xp and use firefox. Everytime it says there are updates available in the lower right ...
A: If you are referring to my webiste at http://tpsconsulting.com I suggested you first read the TIPS ...
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| installer problems | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have windows xp and use firefox. Everytime it says there are updates available in the lower right ...
A: It sounds like your computer needs to be updated with all the latest security fixes and updates ...
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| Java error on startup | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I am getting the following message on start up: Java virtual machine launcher Could not find the ...
A: What you are witnessing is the remnants of either a failed install or simply left over junk files. ...
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| missing task manager | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have Windows XP Home Edition, Version 2002. My task manager is completely gone. Nothing happens ...
A: Odds are your system is still infected with spyware/malware issues and as a result, some of the ...
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| capturing sound from internet | 11/1/2008 |
Q: How do I capture sound form the Internet using windows xp Pro as an OS? Is there a public domain ...
A: It will pretty much depend a lot on just where the sounds come from. As you say "from the internet' ...
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| Service Pack 3 installation. | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have tried several times to install Windows Service Pack 3 without success. I keep seeing the ...
A: I had to go back to my original answer as I too was lost in this conversation. But no, I had it ...
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| windows op system | 10/31/2008 |
Q: .the dj prog I am going to use is pc dj which is compatible with xp..but the laptop I have my eye on ...
A: Before you uninstall vista I would first see if the program does in fact work, and also check the ...
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| Download speed | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I have adsl internet connection and the speed is 512 kbs, it shows correctly on task bar when i ...
A: When you use a program like download manager, you are allowing this program to reconfigure your data ...
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| MHPSplash | 10/30/2008 |
Q: OP is Win.XP home with sp2 + all security updates. I've been working with a lot of graphics in html ...
A: I hate to be the berrer of bad news but you aren't up to date with all security updates as you ...
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| Service Pack 3 installation. | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I have tried several times to install Windows Service Pack 3 without success. I keep seeing the ...
A: I already did include the patch. Simply copy and paste the entire link in to the address bar of your ...
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| SAFE EMOTICONS-OUTLOOK EXPRESS | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I just installed Outlook Express6. I'm looking for free emoticons to use in my Outlook emails that ...
A: As much as it may be 'fun' or a novelty, to throw in the smileys, trust me when I say it is just a ...
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| Burn photos to cd | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I've downloaded photos to a file, but I've changed the order. I've renumbered them. When I play ...
A: When you burn data to a cd, it is then burned in the order you set that up but when you play it ...
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| invalid floating point operation upon boot screen | 10/28/2008 |
Q: RE: Mike please help! I just returned from my girlfriend's house and it seems she is having some ...
A: Without spending too much (more) time on this, I suggest you perform a windows REPAIR installation ...
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| Missing Msconfig | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I read through your optimizing blog and one of the steps involved running Msconfig. Well recently ...
A: Sounds like I wouldn't be going any further with the cleaning and would be performing the windows ...
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| Windows Installer Pop Up | 10/27/2008 |
Q: Everytime I run a program the Windows Installer pop up appears. When I use the task manager to go ...
A: Sounds like you may be infected with some malware/spyware issues as this is not a normal action for ...
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| Outlook Mapi32.dll Issue | 10/27/2008 |
Q: This is the second time this has happened to me now...I installed my full version of Office 2003, on ...
A: I believe the following link to the microsoft support page on this should solve your problem: ...
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| Can't access certain sites via router | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I am running 2 pc's (a WIN 2000 and a Win XPpro) and cable modem through a dynex DX-E402 router. I ...
A: Where to begin... first, stop buying garbage routers! Cisco/Linksys is by far the best choice, with ...
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| start an taskbar | 10/26/2008 |
Q: when my windows xp loads ...my start an taskbar are not ther...i tried moving mouse around to see if ...
A: This is typically spyware/malware related. One way you can check to see if it is within the account ...
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| slow system | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I am installed new memory to the max. I have clean out files, I have done a disc defrag ran anti ...
A: My guess is that your system is still infected with spyware/malware issues. Understanding that there ...
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| Service Pack 3 installation. | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I have tried several times to install Windows Service Pack 3 without success. I keep seeing the ...
A: other then downloading the 'standalone' version direct from microsoft, I suggest reading a blog post ...
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| Blue Screen | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I was on the computer today and all of the sudden a blue screen appeared. The message was: "*** ...
A: To answer your question, I would first say your problems start by when you use the internet ...
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| odd | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I was surfing the net and a page came up "my computer" it said I have three viruses and I had to ...
A: Although AVG antivirus is a good 'free' program, I have found the AVAST antivirus (which is also ...
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| VISTA UPDATES | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Every time my computer runs an update from windows, it does something to my internet. I had ...
A: Try getting the hijack this program from another site (doing a simple google search for hijack ...
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| Internal modem on Windows XP | 10/23/2008 |
Q: In Windows 2000, my internal modem is assigned to COM3, and it works fine. Windows XP does not allow ...
A: You are first going to want to make sure windows xp has the correct device driver. I suggest ...
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| NTuser.dat | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I have a serious problem. It seems that Nt user.dat does not work. I tried to create a new user ...
A: As there are many possibilities to your problem, as the error can occur from different events that ...
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| VISTA UPDATES | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Every time my computer runs an update from windows, it does something to my internet. I had ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| works 8.0 | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I have a HP Pavilion tower with Microsoft works version 8.0 installed. My question is this. I need ...
A: The answer would be YES. Actually if you are going to be using the built in factory options, you ...
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| MONIATOR | 10/21/2008 |
Q: WHY IS MY MONIATOR GETTING HALF OF ITS SCREEN
A: Other then attempting to reinstall the video display driver, there is a good chance your monitor is ...
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| Spyware removal | 10/21/2008 |
Q: Red X blinking on my XP pro system tray at lower right of computer. Can you help with removing ...
A: Yes, it does sound very malware/spyware suspicious. I suggest visiting my webiste at ...
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| Xp dark screen on start up | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 years old IBM laptop with xp, when I turn it on everything works fine and the operating ...
A: Other then uninstalling the display driver and reinstalling it (making sure you are using the latest ...
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| File Folder default Action changed | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I was recently mucking about trying to change my folder icons and drivers icons lost the explore ...
A: First I would say this is one time when the windows restore command would work nice. I say this but ...
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| drivers-no sound? | 10/19/2008 |
Q: I think this is windows related,i have no sound on my computer , i just cant find the drivers for ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsocnsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| windows folders create error message | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I have scanned the folder with avast and spybot. The folder contains uk tv programmes downloaded ...
A: Avast is an antivirus program, very good one and free to boot! Thing is, there are two levels of ...
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| Drop down auto-complete | 10/18/2008 |
Q: Where are these records kept? I would like to remove some. ANSWER: Hello Reg, CCleaner is the ...
A: If you only want to remove old (unused or incorrect) drop down menus, then simply move your arrow ...
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| VPN with XP PRO | 10/17/2008 |
Q: How can I set up a VPN using XP Pro as my workstation at the office and XP Home on my notebook at ...
A: Hell Daniel, The program you are going to want to use is a free service from logmein.com ...
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| low disc space problem | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I installed WindowsXP Home Edition on my old computer that also has Windows 98. I did not delete ...
A: You say you have installed XP on your old computer AS WELL as windows98? If you did not perform an ...
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| Drop down auto-complete | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Where are these records kept? I would like to remove some.
A: CCleaner is the first program I would suggest, as I actually would recommend a number of these ...
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| windows startup | 10/16/2008 |
Q: i have windows xp and during startup, theres a hangup on the "windows is starting up screen, how can ...
A: This is quite common after certain windows updates or other file corruption, or driver issues. I ...
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| computer not responding | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Just did a Microsoft update on my windows xp. After the install it told be to restart . on start up ...
A: I believe the following link to the microsoft support page should help: ...
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| Newfolder.exe | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I have double-clicked newfolder.exe three days ago. It has disabled my windows task manager when i ...
A: If you haven't already visited my website then I suggest you do, located at http://tpsconsulting.com ...
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| outlook email | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I have a window xp operating system. I am trying to get outlook email to work, when I try to open ...
A: If you are saying you are getting the previous owners email, that is not good at all, in fact I ...
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| xp | 10/13/2008 |
Q: but for some reason some of keyboard settings are usa. How do i get it on the UK option. ive tried ...
A: You are on the right track in checking the regional settings, however that will only do for the ...
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| Installation problem | 10/13/2008 |
Q: Everything went well as far as I know. During the installation I deleted the old service pack 2 and ...
A: I'm not quite sure what you meant when you said you uninstalled sp2 when you installed sp3. This is ...
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| xp | 10/12/2008 |
Q: can i go to restor file system from dos .. I mean when i reboot the pc is there an option can go to ...
A: You can get to the dos command by either clicking on the start menu/run and type cmd and press ...
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| Windows XP screen | 10/12/2008 |
Q: A few months ago the bottom part of my screen starting being blocked and I couldn't fix it.About a ...
A: It sounds to me like your monitor is dying and you should most likely get it replaced. You can ...
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| Two Outlook Express Questions | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I use Outlook Express 6 and XP. 1. A friend instructed Outlook Express to have the RoadRunner ...
A: You are going to want to check your account settings within outlook express. Click on TOOLS/ACCOUNTS ...
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| Backup Vista and XP desktops on same hard drive | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I have two computers,Windows XP and Windows Vista and One External 500GB hard drive. I would like to ...
A: When you say you are going to back up things to a folder, just what type of backup will this be? ...
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| Remote Assistance Software | 10/11/2008 |
Q: that is not required any static IP address for Remote Assistance. i listen my friend that software ...
A: Look no further then logmein (http://logmein.com) This is free software with the ability to ...
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| from ME toXP | 10/10/2008 |
Q: how can i switch my computer from me to xp
A: All you need is the windows xp cd and it will do the rest upon insertion and setup. The things that ...
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| CD/DVD keeps opening and closing | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I am in great need of some advice (please). My CD/DVD rom is opening and closing on it's own every ...
A: In most cases the result of cleaning and optimizing may fix the problem. On the other hand, the ...
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| help plz | 10/7/2008 |
Q: recently i installed windows on my laptop but i found out that it just have one drive and that is ...
A: There are a number of software vendors out there that make partitioning programs. If you do a quick ...
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| USB not recognized | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I recently bought a P3 Dell. I installed XP sp2 but I have tried to use my USB ports and all I get ...
A: first of all go and get ALL OF THE WINDOWS UPDATEs which will include XP SP3! This is critical not ...
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| run option disappeared | 10/6/2008 |
Q: how can i get run option in windows start menu which got disappeared by a virus activity
A: If you are using windows XP, you will want to RIGHT CLICK on the START menu and choose PROPERTIES. ...
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| My PC keeps on Restarting | 10/6/2008 |
Q: My PC is producing a screeching sound whenever i play movies and videos.Before that when i start my ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| missing programs | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I cannot find my programs like Microsoft office and Adobe Suite in my "All Programs". It used to be ...
A: If the only thing missing are the links to these various programs then I might suggest creating new ...
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| help plz | 10/5/2008 |
Q: recently i installed windows on my laptop but i found out that it just have one drive and that is ...
A: I am not quite sure if I understand your problem. Since drive C is most likely the hard drive this ...
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| USB Not Recognized | 10/5/2008 |
Q: My 3 month old HP Deskjet D1420 often encounters USB Not Recognized failure from my Dell Dimension ...
A: If you are still having troubles, I would be uninstalling the printer driver through the add/remove ...
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| Adobe Photo Deluxe Business Edition 1 | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I'm running Windows XP and have no problems with the old Adobe software until today. When trying to ...
A: As with most software, it gets old and there are updates and security patches available. Adobe is no ...
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| USB Port disabled | 10/4/2008 |
Q: There is one problem with my PC. Whenever i attach the USB mass storage drive like pen drive, flash ...
A: The problem you are having is quite probably one that even if you found the one registry entry, it ...
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| very ADVANCED system problem, PLEASE HELP. | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I know this is long, and complicated, but I’d be so happy and honored if you would take some time to ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| The Best Way To Delete And Copy Data From A Hard Drive | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I need to delete about half of a terabyte of data. What is the most efficient way to delete full ...
A: Most definitely from a command prompt would be the fastest method for deleting files (del c:\) for ...
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| corrupt command prompt | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I can't access the command prompt,computer management,device manager on my personal computer and ...
A: It sounds like your system (the system files) have become corrupt and/or replaced by ...
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| USB Not Recognized | 10/3/2008 |
Q: My 3 month old HP Deskjet D1420 often encounters USB Not Recognized failure from my Dell Dimension ...
A: I suggest checking your device manager and removing/deleting and allowing windows to reinstall the ...
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| Windows XP op sys | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I Have a Sony laptop model PCG971L, I need to reload windows Xp but I lost the disc that come with ...
A: The entire point to your question was how can you reinstall windows without the cd.... my answer ...
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| "specified module could not be found" | 10/2/2008 |
Q: Mr. Dacre, I hope you can help me out with the solution to the following problem. I am running ...
A: This is a common problem when various spyware/malware gets installed, especially in to the start up, ...
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| Windows XP op sys | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I Have a Sony laptop model PCG971L, I need to reload windows Xp but I lost the disc that come with ...
A: Looking at the label it will tell you what version of windows you have (xp professional or xp home ...
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| Temp User - Windows XP | 10/1/2008 |
Q: My wife was trying to get out of an e-mailwhen her screen froze. We shut the computor (by force by ...
A: There is no doubt the system is or has been infected with some sort of malware which has now ...
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| Windows XP Service Pack 3 problems | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I did a fresh Windows XP installation about 2 months ago and installed Windows XP Service Pack 3 as ...
A: You actually answered your own question but unfortunately are stuck on the fact that you believe the ...
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| I think I'm out of luck - want to reinstall XP Pro | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I was given a laptop with no CDs - a Dell XPS M1210. I appears to have had XP Pro installed on it ...
A: Looking at the cd key (on the bottom of the laptop) will tell you the version of operating system ...
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| windows printer control panel issue | 9/4/2008 |
Q: My printer & faxes control panel suddenly does not display any of my installed printers. What ...
A: Personally I would be removing any symantec products as they turn off windows functions in order to ...
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| moving "unlock workstation" screen | 9/3/2008 |
Q: this is extremely trivial, but who cares - i'm curious. after i press ctrl-alt-del then lock ...
A: Generally windows will remember the size and position of any window that opens. Therefore I can only ...
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| volume isn't working | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I just got a refurbished windows xp home pc. I'm frustrated to find that the only volume control ...
A: It will pretty much depend on what other devices you are trying to use, as well, depending on the ...
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| windows XP | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me ,I have been given a laptop dell inspiron 6000 window XP , every time i start ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| No all program button in widows xp start menu | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I remover "antivirxp08" from my xp home sp2 computer with spyzooka. Now I have no programs button in ...
A: If you have another account you can go to that does have icons then I suggest using that first off, ...
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| Standby and Hibernate | 9/2/2008 |
Q: When I use standby or hibernate - they both do what they are designed for. However, when I go off ...
A: I suggest checking the power management of the network card. Do this by going to the system device ...
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| computer frostbite | 9/2/2008 |
Q: but I have Windows Vista and sometimes the computer will just freeze and i cant do anything, no ...
A: The fact that you have norton internet security may be part of the problem. Unfortunately with such ...
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| exe file corrupted | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I'm experiencing a tough problem with my windows XP SP3 freshly installed on a new acer laptop. It ...
A: If you have just started having this problem after installing XP SP3 then I would be uninstalling ...
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| cookies | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I have ad aware and norton that claim to erase cookies but when I go to documents and ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| cam has black screen | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I am using Windows XP, and ICQ version 6. When I turn on my cam. all I get is a black screen on both ...
A: If you know the camera works for one program but not the other, then it is typically the program ...
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| Hard Drive Activity When Idle | 8/31/2008 |
Q: When my PC is idle (when the monitor switches off because of power saving settings, for example), ...
A: Windows XP (and Vista) have many features built in that will have the system optimizing while it is ...
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| cannot uninstall adaware | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I recently tried to uninstall adaware. If I go to contro panel>Add/Remove, I get a "Wise Uninstall" ...
A: You are first going to want to go in to the services and disable the adaware service that will most ...
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| Desktop Calender | 8/31/2008 |
Q: How I see Calender on my desktop without "Webshots".
A: Windows XP does not provide any built in method of showing the calendar on the desktop and so you ...
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| internet button on my Satellite P25-s507 | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I would like to find out how to get my Internet button working on the above referenced laptop. I'm ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| MR.MIKE I NEED YOUR HELP ! | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I have a problem recently with a computer and i was hoping that you could help me. My friend's pc ...
A: The simple fact is that with all the spwyare/malware issues and viruses that have most likely ...
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| Folder Problem | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I wanted to change the icon of my folders and I went to Folder Options, but after i did that ...
A: I would first make sure your system is completely up to date and free and clear from the ...
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| System volume | 8/29/2008 |
Q: For some reason every time I boot up my pc the volume is reset to minimum ie silent! Obviously I ...
A: Typically windows remembers every setting such as windows size and volume control levels so if you ...
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| Desktop does not appear | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I have windows xp on my laptop. When i switch on my laptop and log in as an administrator. All that ...
A: Sounds like your system has become infected with malware/spyware and/or other virus activity. If ...
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| Replacement PC setup | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to setup a replacement PC. I cloned my 120GB drive onto a 300GB drive successfully ...
A: If the hardware on the second computer is different then that is most likely why you will have ...
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| Remove unwanted application | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Somehow a demo version of a software called Antivirus XP 2008 has been installed on my computer. I ...
A: What you are witnessing is malware/spyware that has infected your system. Fortunately there are some ...
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| problem with external hdd | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Mike i currently have windows xp installed in my computer when i plug in a 2.5 portable hard drive ...
A: If you are plugging this in to the front USB on your computer's case I suggest trying one of the ...
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| spyware | 8/26/2008 |
Q: My pc has been infected by spyware and virus any ideas on how to get back to running smoothly? ...
A: Although I do suggest using AVG antispyware (version 7.5.x) as an antispyware scanner, I do not ...
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| no regedit or taskmgr | 8/26/2008 |
Q: i have an issue.. taskmanager is greyed out and regedt32 and regedit are disabled by administrator ...
A: Yes, it does sound like you restored the bad 'bot' or trojan/malware in to your system. You might ...
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| XP Password resets in locked mode | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have an XP build that has the switch user option disabled. If I forget my password after locking ...
A: If your computer is on a network and you do have an administrator password on your computer, besides ...
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| problem viewing other webcam | 8/25/2008 |
Q: recently my system got formated earlier im able view other web cam now im not able to see mine is ...
A: You are going to want to confirm that your computer's HARDWARE DEVICES are all working correctly and ...
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| System Restore disabled? | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I try to use the System Restore but it could not set the computer back to an earlier day. What is ...
A: There are many issues why your system restore may be disabled, most of which are due to ...
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| I'M EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL U.S. VERSION 32-BIT! | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I have installed WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL U.S. version 32-BIT on my desktop computer in Italy. In ...
A: Since you are using an external modem, it most likely connects through the COM port of the computer, ...
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| Works says printer driver missing or invalid | 8/24/2008 |
Q: can't print in Microsoft works 4.5, could last week and no changes have been made to computer, sent ...
A: I would first be uninstalling the printer driver and reinstalling it. Go to the add/remove programs ...
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| VIDEO CARD COMPATIBILTY | 8/24/2008 |
Q: Mike, I own a COMPAQ Presario 2150NX computer platform. It runs a intel celeron D processor with ...
A: If you have purchased the correct video card for the correct video slot, then you should also be ...
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| XP | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I'm getting the following error message verbatim: Windows cannot open Help and Support because a ...
A: My guess is your system has been infected with a number of malicious elements that need to be ...
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| Key-logging programs | 8/23/2008 |
Q: In the DOS days I used to like using a key logging program. It came in handy when my computer locked ...
A: The internet is full of various software applications, both freeware, adware and shareware versions. ...
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| cd driver and download meter | 8/23/2008 |
Q: Did not know where to go so selected you as you were on top of the list, First off is there anyway ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and then going to the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT ...
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| Ad-aware | 8/21/2008 |
Q: Mike, Found you through your blog. Using your info re ccleaner, spywareblaster,. . . and ad-aware. ...
A: I suggest a few things. One is to also install "hijack this" which you will find in the PINK section ...
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| audio | 8/20/2008 |
Q: what i have to do for the message- "found new hardware wizard,this will help you to install software ...
A: You should only have to follow the steps as the computer has detected new hardware, if you say you ...
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| Usb not recongnize the ipod drive | 8/19/2008 |
Q: the usb devices has malfunctioned and windows doesn't recognize it.
A: I suggest you check your device manager and remove any device with a yellow exclamation point. If ...
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| Windows Toolbar | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have upgraded our computer and moved the HD from the old over to the new. Ever since the move ...
A: The taskbar (the one that is normally at the bottom--you said 'toolbar' but I believe you meant the ...
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| User Accounts | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if there is a way to turn off the user accounts in Win XP completely? I have been ...
A: You will want to RIGHT CLICK on the file you are attempting to write to cd and make sure it is not ...
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| Upgrading | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I have a Dell Deminsion desktop with XP Pro that is about 4 years old. It still runs great. But, ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and then click on TIPS and read the ...
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| Having tabs on my browser | 8/17/2008 |
Q: Mike. How do I create tabs at the top of my computer screen so I can just click on them to go on ...
A: All of the newer web browsers have 'tabbed browsing' support, you just need to turn it on in some ...
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| windows live problems | 8/17/2008 |
Q: OK so, my winlows live will not load? (I AM ON VISTA) It just gives an error that it stopped working ...
A: First of all I might suggest you stop using the internet explorer and get using any other web ...
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| Hotmail | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Ever since IE 6.0, I have been able to right click on a new message in Hotmail, and open it in a new ...
A: I suggest you first make sure you are COMPLETELY up to date, which will include the installation of ...
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| File Association + | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Mike I created some essays in MS Word some years ago on a formerly owned computer. I now have a ...
A: Yes, absolutely.. look no further then Google Docs! If you already have a google account then you ...
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| Icons on my desktop are active. | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I was trying to paste an image from a PDF to my desktop and now I have my icons active. I don´t know ...
A: If this doesn't solve the problem the my guess is it is spyware related in which case I suggest ...
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| Icons on my desktop are active. | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I was trying to paste an image from a PDF to my desktop and now I have my icons active. I don´t know ...
A: I would first suggest RIGHT Clicking on the desktop and then choose PROPERTIES and then click on the ...
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| error in file | 7/14/2008 |
Q: sir, when my computer is fully booted it gives me this error temp2.exe. how can i solve it . thanks
A: Your system has been infected and/or is still infected. I suggest visiting my website at ...
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| printer | 7/13/2008 |
Q: wont print. Any suggestions?
A: If it is a USB printer, then I would first be unplugging the USB plug from the computer and see if ...
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| CD/DVD Drive not reading CDs but reading DVDs | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Suddenly my CD/DVD Read/Write drive stopped recognizing any CDs but it's still able to read/write ...
A: Although some spyware/malware can cause a cd/dvd player to not function correctly, the fact that it ...
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| Restore | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I have a HP Pavillion a1110n and it is out of warranty. It will not restore to a safe date. I keep ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Will a HDD with OS XP (reinstalled from other computer) work in similar motherboard ? | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I took out my HDD from a system which has an ASUS K8S-MX motherboard. The system was getting slow ...
A: Actually what I would suggest doing first is attempting a windows repair. You can learn how to do ...
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| Scanning registry in DOS | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I'm having a problem with winxp pro. I'm familiar with how to make a bootable disk for DOS, but I ...
A: I am sorry my optimizing tips were found to be something you do not require for your problem. I am ...
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| Error 1158 | 7/10/2008 |
Q: Hey, im trying to uninstall a program thats unwanted, but everytime i click the remove button an ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Scanning registry in DOS | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I'm having a problem with winxp pro. I'm familiar with how to make a bootable disk for DOS, but I ...
A: Actually it sounds more like you should be checking your memory (RAM) first by unseating and ...
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| Start Icon at top of screen | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have XP Home. How can I put it all back on the bottom?
A: What you are going to want to do is actually quite simple. Just go to some place on the taskbar, ...
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| Spybot--Immunization and warning message | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a window XP, downloaded "opera",having two problems with spybot since then:- 1. It will not ...
A: The problem is within the latest spybot search and destroy and the typical installation which will ...
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| Split Display | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I am wondering if you found a solution to your split computer screen. I am having the same problem. ...
A: I am not quite sure I understand exactly your problem, as it appears you are attempting to answer ...
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| xp log in | 7/7/2008 |
Q: i have tried to eliminate the need for a log-in password for my xp system. i checked the box to not ...
A: I'm not sure where it was you checked to 'not' use password, because I am not familiar with any ...
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| windows xp | 7/6/2008 |
Q: My dell xps goes through the boot sequence slowly, begins to populate the desktop with all the icons ...
A: sounds like your system is pretty much infected with spyware/malware and/or other trojans and ...
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| Microsoft Office | 7/5/2008 |
Q: My C: Drive has very little space left. I'm trying to remove as much as i can that wont ruin my ...
A: When you say you have multiple versions of Office, be aware that some versions have certain programs ...
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| Lost OS | 7/4/2008 |
Q: my kid was messing around with the computer....long story short. He was in the bios screen and ...
A: It sounds like your settings in the bios have been changed, that is for sure. The first place to ...
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| File Association | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if it was possible to associate files of the same type with more than one ...
A: This is actually quite simple.. First of all, if the file was already opened with word perfect and ...
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| email files, addresses. | 7/4/2008 |
Q: Recently my Windows XP Pro got corrupted and I decided to re-install it on another drive. The ...
A: This is a common thing and although I haven't yet created a 'tip' for it like my other ones on my ...
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| cd rom missing | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I am having issues with the cd-rom not working, can not read or play disks. The cd-rom/dvd/burning ...
A: First thing I would do, as you stated you are attempting to clean things up, is to visit my website ...
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| Is my xp counterfit | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a tiny pc, it already had windows xp on it however I couldnt install a flash ...
A: Yes, it does sound like you may have had the original windows overwritten with a version that was ...
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| windows xp home edition | 7/1/2008 |
Q: my windows xp wont connect to the internet, the modem and router are both working but my wireless ...
A: Since you say all the wireless computers in the house are not working, the I would suggest that your ...
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| defrag,d drive. | 7/1/2008 |
Q: hey mike, when i do to defrag my computer it says chkdsk/f what does that mean? how can i dix that ...
A: First of all there is a very good chance your system is infected with some spyware/malware issues ...
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| Audio Driver Conflict | 6/30/2008 |
Q: Lost audio three weeks ago, have examined all avenues from all directioans to no avail. Downloaded ...
A: Are you sure the driver is not working? First if you do not see any yellow exclamation point ...
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| WINDOWS AND GOOGLE EARTE 2008 | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I PURCHASED AND DOWNLOADED GOOGLE EARTH 2008. WHEN I CLICK ON THE ICON (POINTING TO ...
A: I would first suggest uninstalling it through the control panel "add/remove programs" and restart ...
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| Task manager | 6/27/2008 |
Q: My task manager will not maximize from the tool bar, I can see the the cpu gauge(green box) but ...
A: Off hand, there are hundreds of possible reasons for this but most of them point to spyware/malware ...
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| Dell Dimension 3100 | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I have a friend who manages an apartment complex that has a Dell Dimension 3100 running a program ...
A: Until you actually see what you are dealing with then it is pretty hard to anticipate what to do. A ...
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| one final question about the restore option | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Sorry to bother you again, but if I try to do it the way I was saying, will it HURT the computer? ...
A: As I stated initially, the restore point is something windows does whenever you install anything ...
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| Restore point | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I am house-sitting for a friend who will be away for five weeks. When I first got here, I made a ...
A: Actually performing a restore point is not going to work, especially if you get all the updates done ...
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| seperate user accounts/ stop program 1 side | 6/23/2008 |
Q: my wife and I have to have seperate user accnts on my computer. Recently I purchased a MAgic Jack ...
A: As I am not familiar with "magic Jack" but from what I can understand, this is a program that is ...
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| drivers or servers | 6/23/2008 |
Q: how to enter original settings to change wrong info.change from pop3 to http
A: I am not sure what your question is here. Pop3 is post office protocol or email server settings ...
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| second monitor attached to laptop | 6/22/2008 |
Q: How do i get my program that i am working on to show up on the second monitor as will as on the ...
A: You are going to need to first go to the display properties by RIGHT clicking on your desktop and ...
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| Reverting Back | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I've decided to sell my Dell laptop which is about 6 years old. It came with XP Home edition. I ...
A: If you have the original Dell Operating system disk then you should be able to perform a windows ...
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| 30 day trial of vista | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I need to remove the 30 day trial of vista. my computer is running at reduce function. I cant get my ...
A: First of all when you say you can't afford vista, my question would be 'why install it then'. ...
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| spell check | 6/20/2008 |
Q: the spell check will not work in my e-mail. I am now on Windows Vista ( XP locked-up ) IPS ,MSN The ...
A: I am only familiar with spell check working with 'word' and unless your ms works also has word then ...
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| Updating? | 6/20/2008 |
Q: When I try to play a game i get a message that my graphics card i below the min spec. What does min ...
A: You are a gamer.. gamers play games where you can pay hundreds of dollars for... video is a big part ...
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| computer won't boot | 6/19/2008 |
Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
A: First of all I believe you have to figure how important your data is and then to how deep you want ...
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| Problem | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to pay my credit card and it keeps saying "javascript" at the bottom of my computer. I ...
A: My guess would be that your internet web browser (and windows) requires some updates, including the ...
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| BIOS | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I hope you had a good vacation. Perhaps you can kindly help me with this problem: Since a recent ...
A: Yes, you had already mentioned you got in to the 'advanced' bios settings.. it is the bios settings ...
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| 1158 error message | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I Can't uninstall a program named "Power Director 4". When I try, using, Control Panel > Add & ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| boot.ini | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I install XP on a new SATA(WD) HDD. But everytime it display a dual boot option one is the correct ...
A: If you have two hard drives or one hard drive with two partitions of which, one of the partitions is ...
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| Desctop Properties | 6/14/2008 |
Q: The Screen Saver tab & the Settings tab are missing. Anyway to retore theses?
A: If the actual tab is missing then some spyware component has actually changed the GUI (graphical ...
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| password for outlook | 6/13/2008 |
Q: ..I actually have Vista, not XP but just came across this. I'm trying to set up my email on a ...
A: Any password you have, in this case you say for outlook, is actually your email account password as ...
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| desktop | 6/12/2008 |
Q: why does the desktop icons lock up. Every time i click on an icon i get a sound from the speakers ...
A: Sounds like your system may be infected with spyware/malware issues and/or other viruses.. I suggest ...
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| upgrading Windows Media Edition v2002 to v2005 | 6/11/2008 |
Q: What would you charge to guide me step-by-step to accomplish this upgrade -- including drivers, ...
A: I would NEVER consider upgrading from windows ME to windows xp media center edition with window ...
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| Font problem??? | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me! I had taken my Toshiba laptop upstairs to print something, and when I got up ...
A: I suggest going back in to the device manager (not in safe mode) and remove both (all) display ...
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| USB Flash Drive | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I've recently purchased a 4GB USB Flash Drive for use with my Windows XP laptop. I can't copy files ...
A: Other then trying a different usb adapter, I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com ...
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| removing yahoo messenger | 6/10/2008 |
Q: can I safely remove yahoo messenger on the guest account of my pc without deleting it from my ...
A: Actually no, you aren't going to be able to do that after it has already been installed. What you ...
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| windows starting up then hangs | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I have an HP nx6110 laptop, i had some viruses and have cleaned, while running in safe mode, using ...
A: I am sorry you feel too 'lazy' to perform a backup or reload of windows.. unfortunately viruses ...
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| Font problem??? | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me! I had taken my Toshiba laptop upstairs to print something, and when I got up ...
A: It sort of sounds like the 'clear type' has been turned off. To check this, RIGHT CLICK on your ...
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| Word 2003 copy & paste problem | 6/6/2008 |
Q: Recently, when I try to Copy and Paste something from a inside a Word file or between 2 Word files, ...
A: I would first make sure you have all of your windows updates up to date, including the xp sp3 ...
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| BIOS | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I hope you had a good vacation. Perhaps you can kindly help me with this problem: Since a recent ...
A: Ooops, I'm actually still away but forgot about allelxperts dates. In any case I can attempt to ...
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| Screen problem | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I was using my laptop, inadvertently hit some button or combination of buttons, and the screen on my ...
A: In most cases, you will find the icon on your system tray (next to your clock). If you right click ...
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| netscape issue | 5/4/2008 |
Q: Mike, My home page is netscape. This problem is hard to describe (you might want to type in ...
A: No, none whatsoever, in fact Netscape was bought out by AOL a few years ago, until AOL decided to ...
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| Windows Picture and Fax Viewer | 5/3/2008 |
Q: I am inquiring about the Windows Picture and Fax Viewer in that I have opened a file of a photo of ...
A: This is pretty much the reason there are the anti-spyware and cleaner programs which will clear the ...
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| file transfer wizard | 5/3/2008 |
Q: i have XP service pack 2 . i used the file transfer wizard to move my files form one computer to ...
A: It sounds like you may not have the 'receiving computer' set to find the correct transfer file.. As ...
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| Win XP System Clock Problems | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Mike, I've been having an issue with the system clock changing the time from AM to PM or PM to AM ...
A: If you are still having troubles, I suggest going back to my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and ...
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| netscape issue | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Mike, My home page is netscape. This problem is hard to describe (you might want to type in ...
A: Since netscape is now dead, you may want to think about changing your home page before it disappears ...
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| Win XP System Clock Problems | 5/1/2008 |
Q: Mike, I've been having an issue with the system clock changing the time from AM to PM or PM to AM ...
A: Although there are literally hundreds of anti-spyware programs on the market, most of them are ...
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| Streets and Trips | 5/1/2008 |
Q: This has happened in the past and I have still not been able to figure it out as I am having the ...
A: You are always going to need to export as a csv (comma separated values) and quite possible "map" ...
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| ldp*.loc files in windows server 2003 temp folder | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I have noticed an accumulation of 65,000 ldpxxx.loc files (where xxx is a number for example ...
A: Stay out of there! In fact if you are worried about files and such that are accumulating and want ...
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| Win XP System Clock Problems | 4/30/2008 |
Q: Mike, I've been having an issue with the system clock changing the time from AM to PM or PM to AM ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| keeping my wireless networks available... | 4/29/2008 |
Q: "Hello, you will be the fourth person i've asked, and i hope you can help i have a Gateway laptop ...
A: My guess is you probably have some wireless software that is taking over from the built in microsoft ...
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| Scanner - Umax Astra 3450 | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I have an old Astra 3450 that I am using to scan some pictures. I am using Windows 2000. I have set ...
A: If you are attempting to do this immediately after you have scanned or if the umax scan window is ...
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| Internet explorer 7 | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I have win.xp and internet explorer7. explorer is causing too much problems, when I open my e-mail ...
A: I suggest you first stop using the Internet Explorer 7 as your main web browser and download one ...
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| Scanner - Umax Astra 3450 | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I have an old Astra 3450 that I am using to scan some pictures. I am using Windows 2000. I have set ...
A: I suggest taking a look at the file that is created (saved) when you scan a photo. As I too had an ...
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| HOW DO I VOLUNTEER? | 4/27/2008 |
Q: Sorry to bother you with an question unrelated to your field of expertise, but how to I volunteer ...
A: I'll tell you, but only if you nominate me ... just kidding.. some will use this sort of plea as ...
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| Logon icons disappeared from welcome screen | 4/27/2008 |
Q: My problem is this: In my Windows XP I have another account except for the administrator. I disabled ...
A: I would try logging in to the administrator account through safe mode. Restart your computer and ...
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| compatability issue? | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I am trying to install my HP printer (HP officejet5600 All in One) for Windows 98,Me,2000,XP CD ...
A: Sorry to hear you bought an HP printer... seriously... since they introduced the 'all-in-one' ...
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| Lowering the DPI screen resolution | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I would like you enlist your help with how to decrease or lower the DPI screen resolution on my 15" ...
A: You are first going to have to change the screen resolution to at least 800x600 in order to access ...
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| Browser question | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you know of any Internet browsers that can be downloaded for free for Windows XP ...
A: Good to see you want to use something other then the Internet Explorer as this is the number one ...
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| windows xp | 4/23/2008 |
Q: recently i've been experiencing some problems with my laptop, which uses windows xp i've notice ...
A: It sounds like your computer needs some cleaning and optimizing. I suggest visiting my website at ...
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| Microsoft Fax | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I've tried to read up about how to use Microsoft Fax but I'm finding it confusing when they talk ...
A: There is really nothing to set up, simply go to the start menu/accessories, and depending on your ...
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| archive error | 4/22/2008 |
Q: Outlook will not archive & keeps giving the following error message 'Error while archiving folder ...
A: Is this 'outlook' or 'outlook express'? As in the latter, I would suggest moving any mail that is ...
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| getting error on boot | 4/22/2008 |
Q: m getting an error sytem32file missing or corrupt whenever i start my pc on booting. it restarts 3 ...
A: My guess is that your registry is corrupt but it also may be your hard drive starting to fail with ...
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| proplus.msi | 4/20/2008 |
Q: how do i download proplus.MSI
A: This is part of the microsoft office program (actually a major portion of since it is the installer ...
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| Sound card? problem | 4/19/2008 |
Q: Windows XP. I have sound coming from the earphone jack, but not the laptop (Lenovo 3000 N100). ...
A: I am not sure if I quite understand the problem when you say the earphone jack works but not the ...
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| MS Works word processor | 4/18/2008 |
Q: When using MS Works word processor I almost always end up with one or more extra pages at the end of ...
A: When you have completed your work, go to the bottom of the document and using the backspace key, ...
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| Vista | 4/16/2008 |
Q: what should my security settings be on vista as I have a hard time getting in to hotmail
A: My guess is that you are also using the internet explorer (version 7 which comes with vista) which ...
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| Restricting User Accounts XP Professional | 4/15/2008 |
Q: Mike, Please please help me if you can. Its a simple task but one that I would appear to be failing ...
A: The first step would be to make each account a non-administrative account, except of course, the ...
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| Adobe PhotoDeluxe Business Ed1.0 and XP | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I have used this program for years and love it. However, ever since I switched to XP several years ...
A: As with anything on the internet these days, with security and ongoing updates, including new ...
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| limited or no connectivity | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I see a “limited or no connectivity status” on the lower right corner of my pc. I also notice that ...
A: I suggest going to your networking connections by clicking on the start menu then on NETWORK ...
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| auto chech disk etc. | 4/13/2008 |
Q: sir My O/S is wind xp pro service pack 2. how to activate auto 'disk cleanup'and 'check disk'--scan ...
A: Actually the built in windows disk cleanup is garbage and quite useless, The disk scan is fine but ...
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| Problem when I use TASK MANAGER | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I dont know exactly this problem is with windows XP or not.. But my Problem is when I open TASK ...
A: This is a common problem when certain spyware/malware gets installed and specific things can ...
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| Problem to run xp on other configuration system | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I have a pc P-IV with windows xp sp2 I put off hard drive of the pc I install the hard drive in one ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page.. the tip VARIOUS ...
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| uninstall musicmatch jukebox 8.10.2.17 | 4/10/2008 |
Q: my os is win xp media center pcm7160n-how do i uninstall musicmatch jukebox 8.10.2.17 from my ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com where you can read the TIPS page on ...
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| OPERATING WINDOWS XP THROUGH DVD | 4/10/2008 |
Q: IS THERE ANY POSSIBILITY TO RUN/OPERATE WINDOWS XP/WINDOWS 2000 FROM CD/DVD WITHOUT INSTALLING IN ...
A: No, you can not install windows to an external hard drive. Windows comes on a CD or DVD but this is ...
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| my computer automatically shuts itself down | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I have a problem with my p.c. recently I have been strange messages when logging in, this message ...
A: I suggest first try to restart windows in SAFE MODE by pressing the F8 key just after you turn it ...
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| How do I search of select multiple drives? | 4/9/2008 |
Q: How do I search of select multiple drives? For ex. I want to search 'BlaBla' on drives D: and H: And ...
A: Yes I understand your question and explained to you how to do this, using the advanced search of ...
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| USB Hard Drive | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I have just purchased a 2.5" IDE Hard drive 100GB and a USB external USB enclosure for it. When I ...
A: It is my guess that the device requires too much power that your system's built in usb plugs can not ...
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| Problem with my Compaq Laptop | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I have a weared problem with my Compaq Presario 3000 series Laptop. Here is the problem. 1) When I ...
A: I would first suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| AWOLA | 4/8/2008 |
Q: DO YOU KNOW OF ANY FREE PROGRAM THAT WILL REMOVE THE AWOLA SPYWARE PROGRAM? MY SPYBOT PROGRAM IS NOT ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| bios | 4/7/2008 |
Q: How does Bios have to be configured in order to a get a rid of message "press f1 to resume" while ...
A: Actually if you are getting an error then it should be fixed as it can be hazardous to your computer ...
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| My usb port has stopped recognising my external hard drive | 4/6/2008 |
Q: I have gone through all the stages you suggest but still have the same problem.I have been told that ...
A: If you have already asked the question and have had some response as you have said, it didn't work, ...
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| disk clean up | 4/6/2008 |
Q: when i start to use the clean up command to clean up my system drive it takes 4 or 5 hours without ...
A: Although the built in windows disk clean up will do a somewhat okay job, if your system doesn't ...
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| How do I search of select multiple drives? | 4/6/2008 |
Q: How do I search of select multiple drives? For ex. I want to search 'BlaBla' on drives D: and H: And ...
A: If you go to MY COMPUTER and select SEARCH then on the options, choose the ADVANCED options, you can ...
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| Adobe PhotoDeluxe Business Edition 1.0 | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I used for years a/m soft. It seems now it does not work with XP sp2... Can you help me telling what ...
A: Unless you are a serious user of adobe photoshop and wish to purchase the professional version, then ...
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| i dont know what is happening to my computer | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I don’t know what is wrong with my computer. I could not install Internet explorer 7 on my windows ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Camcorder starts software automatically | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I connect my Sony Camcorder via FireWire, and when switched on it automatically starts Adobe ...
A: First let me apologize for the time it has taken me to answer your question. Due to some personal ...
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| XP OEM installation over Linux | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I have to upgrade the Windows partition of a system that I use mostly for running Linux (Fedora 8) ...
A: First of all let me apologize for the delay in answering as I had some personal issues that took ...
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| Installing application to connect to net | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I just formatted and "clean" installed Windows XP on a Dell laptop. I wanted to clean it up. ...
A: Sorry if my answers are not personal enough for you, but when you are dealing with computer ...
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| Laptops | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to buy an HP laptop, but I have been wondering are there any for sale that have Windows ...
A: First of all let me apologize in the response time as I was dealing with some personal issues and ...
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| File Sharing in XP | 4/1/2008 |
Q: Let me start with what we have running here: I work in a small company, we have MS small business ...
A: You are going to have to set up the security settings on both computers (to allow both read/write ...
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| windows xp reboot | 3/31/2008 |
Q: this computer is my husbands. he is unable to use it till it is rebooted.it is Lenovo ...
A: You ask, where to go from here.... I say, straight to a computer tech to have them look at it... it ...
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| computer wont boot | 3/31/2008 |
Q: why wont my computer not boot,and why do i get a windows root\system32\ha\.dll.missing or corrupt ...
A: This is a pretty common problem with regards to spyware/malware infecting your system. I suggest ...
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| Screen Resolution | 3/30/2008 |
Q: My Gateway laptop is connected to a flat screen monitor that was only showing a portion of the ...
A: What you are going to want to do is first make sure you are using the latest video display driver ...
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| unregistered windows xp | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have a slight problem and thought I would seek your advice. I recently bought a secondhand pc and ...
A: Actually you don't have to uninstall and reinstall. You can perform a WINDOWS REPAIR installation, ...
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| Missing Volume Icon | 3/29/2008 |
Q: My volume icon has been missing for a few months now and I can no longer hear videos and music like ...
A: What I would first suggest trying is going back to the control panel/sound and de-select 'show in ...
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| audio device | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I need windows xp audio device. I get errors saying no device is found.
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| help | 3/26/2008 |
Q: So... I have this AVG free, thus far its worked great; however, the past two days I've been dealing ...
A: Although AVG antivirus is good, I suggest using the AVAST antivirus which is also free. I do ...
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| networking | 3/25/2008 |
Q: Sorry Mike but I have forgotten how to do this. At one time you had my laptop set up so that I ...
A: You are asking a question through allexperts.com where I volunteer my services. As a client, please ...
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| I'm not exactly sure what's wrong... | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I'm not really sure what's wrong with my computer. About a week ago it was working just fine, I ...
A: In most cases this is a result of a recent windows update, which most likely has corrupted your ...
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| Internet explorer | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I need to update or replace my current version of Internet Explorer because it has become corrupt, ...
A: I suggest you stop by my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| Saving Video/Movie | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I found a fitness video/movie on the internet. I'd like to save it so I can play it again and again ...
A: Yes, you can still use youtube for this sort of thing whereas you can make a video and upload it to ...
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| Saving Video/Movie | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I found a fitness video/movie on the internet. I'd like to save it so I can play it again and again ...
A: This is typically not available by default as they want to have some control on how the video is ...
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| Keyboard shuts off | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I am staying in India for the time being, we have power fluctuations, it was not a problem before, ...
A: First if you are having problems with a usb device, you do not have to restart the computer, you ...
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| service pack 2 | 3/21/2008 |
Q: how can i upgrade to service pack 2 i cant download it from microsoft it comes up with error code ...
A: If your system has spyware/malware issues then you probably will not have any luck with the sp2 ...
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| Power Management question | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I have a Samsung 216BW LCD montor attached to my PC. In spite of setting the Monitor to go off after ...
A: Actually you will probably find there are many available updates for your computer, including ...
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| Compaq Presario SR1218NX | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I have a Compaq Presario. I removed the restore parition and fdisked and formatted making one ...
A: Nope, sorry, if you don't have the compaq disk then you are pretty much screwed with regards to the ...
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| hal.dll error | 3/17/2008 |
Q: windows will not start because of this missing file,even in safe mode with command prompt all i get ...
A: Unless your computer has the operating system backed up so that you can restore to a factory boot, ...
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| xp windows | 3/16/2008 |
Q: how do i make windows open maximized every time
A: Windows will generally remember the status the last time you used it, therefore if you maximize a ...
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| installation | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I purchased a used HP nc6000 laptop without an operating system. I tried installing Winxp and the ...
A: I suggest visiting the HP website if you haven't already, and download the necessary device drivers ...
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| windows xp login | 3/14/2008 |
Q: When i switch my pc on the windows logo appears and then before i get to the login page the system ...
A: It sounds to me like your system bios/cmos settings should be checked, as such things like ...
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| two programs | 3/14/2008 |
Q: I have an acquaintance that has a desktop computer and a laptop computer. On the desktop he has ...
A: You are quite right that the license is for one computer and if you want multiple computers you can ...
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| Use laptop to record classes | 3/13/2008 |
Q: This question is probably way too easy for you! I am looking for a program where I can turn my Dell ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and visit the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page as ...
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| Windows XP | 3/12/2008 |
Q: For some reason my computer has 4 applications of Windows XP installed on it. Is there a way to ...
A: Yes, you can but first you have to find out which version you are using. The easiest way I would ...
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| CD drive problem | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have a problem and i hope you can help me. It have been a while since the CD drive have problem. ...
A: There are a few things you can do from a software/scan/cleaning point of view, but other then that I ...
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| unhide the files | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I have a problem unhiding the files. i tried from folder options by checking "show hidden files", ...
A: I think you answered your own question when you say your antivirus is not working! I suggest you ...
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| windows media player dvd burn | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I want to burn a 34minute recorded tv show.However, when I insert a blank disk a red x appears next ...
A: You are going to have to check the actual file size of this 34 minute tv show as it is most likely ...
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| windows xp login | 3/10/2008 |
Q: When i switch my pc on the windows logo appears and then before i get to the login page the system ...
A: This may be a more serious problem, such as a CPU Fan that is not working and therefore is ...
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| Excell | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I have excel file when I double click on it, didn't show the spreadsheet just grey windows. I have ...
A: This may be because the file type is now associated with the wrong program. You should right click ...
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| problem with blue screen | 3/8/2008 |
Q: i got blue screen and i couldn't do any thing i want backup of my system and how can i do so please ...
A: There are just so many possibilities as to why you got the blue screen of death (BSOD). I ...
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| Grand Hotel in Lund, Sweden | 3/7/2008 |
Q: Could you please help me to solve a very anoying problem? When you google Grand Hotel in Lund, ...
A: I believe the following link to the google help with regards to the maps and the directions they are ...
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| Outlook Express and Outlook on the same computer | 3/7/2008 |
Q: Can you use Outlook Express and Outlook on the same computer or will it clash? If so, which program ...
A: Yes, you can use both programs and no problem setting up separate email accounts in each. Some ...
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| xp slow!! | 3/6/2008 |
Q: For some unknown reason my pc takes a long time to open pictures, text documents and compressed ...
A: I believe my website which is full of links and SOFTWARE/SUPPORT is what you need. Go to ...
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| Configuring | 3/6/2008 |
Q: where kids can go after school to do their homework and pass their time. I would just like to know ...
A: I believe my website which is full of TIPS and SOFTWARE/SUPPORT should be of some help. My site is ...
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| control panal? | 3/6/2008 |
Q: i have windows xp my control panel has dissappered off my start menu and i dont know how to get it ...
A: What you are going to want to do is RIGHT CLICK on the start menu and choose PROPERTIES. Then you ...
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| XP virus/ problem | 3/5/2008 |
Q: A week or so ago i started noticing a pop up down by the taskbar thing where the time is; it is a ...
A: Sounds like your computer is in desperate need of some cleaning and spyware removal! I suggest ...
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| sending an attachment | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I scanned an instruction sheet with the wizard and sent it to my pictures-from there I sent it to ...
A: It will all depend on the software program you are using to do this, as you said it is working when ...
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| UK-US keyboards | 3/3/2008 |
Q: Since re-installing Windows XP professional my keyboard has given wrong outputs such as " instead of ...
A: Be sure to check not only the regional settings, but the actual keyboard settings as there are two ...
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| LAN connection drops intermittently | 3/3/2008 |
Q: My LAN network connection gets dropped every few seconds: (I connect to the company LAN, but company ...
A: Actually you want to try and keep these sort of problem/fixes to a 'keep it simple' method. ...
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| error 2908 | 3/2/2008 |
Q: IM RECIEVING THE ERROR 2908 EVRY TIME I START MY COMPUTER AND THE ONLY WAY I CAN GET RID OF IT IS ...
A: A common problem with all the spyware/malware issues out there. This could be remnants of some file ...
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| Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I have Windows Xp Pro and recently got a BSOD. I tried to figure out what to do and was finally ...
A: First of all I would suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and reading the TIPS ...
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| windows xp | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I was giving a computer with windows xp pro but somehow I really messed up the program. I am getting ...
A: Actually you should be able to do a windows REPAIR installation however if you say you got the ...
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| installing a brother printer via remote connection | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I have a brother 7820N printer/fax and I need to connect it to our office via windows xp pro remote ...
A: It will depend on the remote software you are using and whether or not it can be set up to remote ...
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| recovery disk | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I have installed norton ghost 12 on my pc the full version and lost the original installation cd, i ...
A: I believe the following link to the ghost help files should give you what you need: ...
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| Windows XP Problems | 2/28/2008 |
Q: Lately, my computer has not been functioning well and I am not sure how to resolve the problem. ...
A: Sounds like your computer is in need of some cleaning and optimizing. I suggest visiting my website ...
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| Windows movie maker | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I've tried to upload my movie to youtube, but since the format MSWMM doesn't work, it just fails ...
A: From the youtube help files: ...
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| Dual Boot - Old Installation Corrupted | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I use a PC (purchased about 2 years ago from a local assembler) with Win 2000 Pro and 40 GB hard ...
A: I understand your dilema and yes, you are on the right track on how to get the boot working, however ...
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| powerpoint viwer | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I have downloaded pps but when i try to open it it asks for a file name ,what is this.also looking ...
A: First of all registry smart is, unfortunately, one of the bad 'system cleaning' programs, resulting ...
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| Vista to XP | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I have a Toshiba laptop A135 that was loaded with Vista. To be blunt, I think Vista sucks. It ...
A: Talking about being blunt... I'll just say, you might not be able to actually find the drivers as ...
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| Browsing/Email | 2/25/2008 |
Q: Mike, I have a general question that needs an objective opinion. I ALWAYS find it takes FOREVER to ...
A: Boy did you hit a nerve when you bring up the INternet Explorer! Actually I highly suggest NEVER ...
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| toolbar | 2/25/2008 |
Q: My toolbar got moved and i want to move it back how do I do that?
A: Not quite sure which toolbar you are referring to. If you mean the TASKBAR which normally resides at ...
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| Pinned items in Start Menu don't stay after restart | 2/24/2008 |
Q: Running Windows Xp, Home Edition, SP 2. When I "pin" a shortcut to my Start Menu, it's only good ...
A: I'm sorry it is not the answer you were looking for, but since you haven't tried what I suggest I ...
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| Not Passing 'Resuming Windows Screen' | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I was encouraged to try the Vista Transformation Pack because I like the look of Vista, but don't ...
A: Since you have said you have tried repairing the o/s, I am not quite sure what you have tried, and ...
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| Pinned items in Start Menu don't stay after restart | 2/23/2008 |
Q: Running Windows Xp, Home Edition, SP 2. When I "pin" a shortcut to my Start Menu, it's only good ...
A: It sounds to me like you may have some 'window washer' software that wipes all internet history and ...
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| computers | 2/23/2008 |
Q: My question is i want to install iis software in my desktop.My system has windows xp.how can i do ...
A: Yes you are quite correct there are a lot of software choices. Depending on what you are wanting to ...
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| Local Policy does not permit you to log on interactively | 2/22/2008 |
Q: In my Office, each staff have a user names in a domain. And my machine got three Users: ...
A: Well, going over things, it appears it could be as simple as firewall issues. Never overlook the ...
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| Local Policy does not permit you to log on interactively | 2/21/2008 |
Q: In my Office, each staff have a user names in a domain. And my machine got three Users: ...
A: You admitted to changing one user account to power user and it seems this is the one you are now ...
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| Windows XP Pro Password | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I want to know how I can access SAM folder of windows XP Professional or Windows Server 2003 from ...
A: As there is 'no user information' for this area of windows, I would ask why it is you would need ...
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| Windows XP Media | 2/20/2008 |
Q: Mike, I am running Windows XP Media Center on my Toshiba Satellite laptop. Model# A105-S4364 to be ...
A: Actually you have started by installing some of the antispyware cleaning programs but not all of ...
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| windows cannot find any network | 2/20/2008 |
Q: My daughter has a new sony wireless Sony laptop. Sometomes it works great and other times it will ...
A: There are a number of possible issues. The first being the actual laptop's wireless network card ...
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| CD/DVD drive previously worked... | 2/19/2008 |
Q: This is the first time I have ever used this forum and last night I sent this question to someone. I ...
A: Have you installed and run through the numerous antispyware programs I have mentioned? Probably ...
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| laptop screen has split into three sections. | 2/19/2008 |
Q: i have a compaq presario c300. the screen has split into three unequal pieces showing me the same ...
A: If this is a new laptop and you are seeing this for the first time, there is a chance you have some ...
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| Problem w/ CD/DVD drive | 2/18/2008 |
Q: This is the first time I have ever used this forum and last night I sent this question to someone. I ...
A: Windows XP will recognize a DVD drive and DVD Disks however you can NOT burn to a DVD through ...
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| My Music folder broken | 2/18/2008 |
Q: my music was moved to a network drive. i created a new one under my documents, but iTunes cannot ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| Installing Volume Control Program | 2/17/2008 |
Q: here is my problem. I have no volume control settings available. It says that Windows cannot find ...
A: I would first suggest making sure your system is free and clear from the spyware/malware issues by ...
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| Wordperfect 11, printing | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I recently got a new computer with Vista. I installed a version of Wordperfect 11 which I had and ...
A: I suggest visiting the word perfect tech support as I do believe there are patches required to use ...
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| Backups | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I've had my Dell Dimension since 2004 with XP Professional. I'm getting a new PC this year with ...
A: Look no further then Carbonite 24/7 off-site backup! Since your computer is most likely connected ...
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| Memory Stick | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I got a good deal on a 1Gb memory stick flash drive,and it works well to date.One thing though:When ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| XP unlocking time | 2/15/2008 |
Q: Hi plz tell me how i can increase the time of windows Xp operating system Windopws Lock
A: I am unclear as to what your question is with regards to locking (or unlocking) of windows. Since ...
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| help | 2/15/2008 |
Q: i removed by mistake now when i use my mp3 it does not regonize it ,it is unknow how can i put it ...
A: The USB controller is something windows should recognize automatically and if it doesn't then you ...
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| WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I thought I could clean my daughters computer by deleting Window XP and re-installing.....now the ...
A: You are going to have to boot your computer from the windows CD and proceed in that fashion. ...
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| unlock DVD regions | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I can only change the region 5 times,,I played DVD's from USA, it won't let me play Dvd's from ...
A: Basically to answer your question quite simply.... you can't! They (the manufacturer) figure you ...
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| opening a jpg attachment to e-mail | 2/13/2008 |
Q: Neither my computer nor my wife's computer will open attachments to e-mail that end in .jpg. She ...
A: I suggest going to the TOOLS/OPTIONS/SECURITY settings from within the outlook express program and ...
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| Low Virtual memory | 2/11/2008 |
Q: My Hewlett Packard computer has gotten real slow lately. Now it pops up a window in the bottom right ...
A: Sounds like your system is in desperate need of some antispyware/malware cleaning. I suggest ...
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| windows error messages problems | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I recently had to reinstall windows xp because I kept getting messages saying certain files are ...
A: Besides the obvious spyware/malware issues this constantly plague our computers, which I suggest ...
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| Windows Installer | 2/10/2008 |
Q: Windows installer keeps opening up when I go into Outlook. It goes to preparing to install and then ...
A: I suggest first visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| Corrupted Outlook Express | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure whether this is an operating system question, an email question, or an internet ...
A: Typically it is not an actual problem with the email program, it is due to the spyware/malware ...
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| Dell computer | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I had to put a new hard drive in my dell 4600. I have new xp pro cd but the bios keeps loading the ...
A: You need to change the boot order most likely, from within the system setup (pressing F1 or F2 or ...
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| dvd drive access+system restore | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I have xpp mce2005 and now have no dvd drive access, discs are not recognized and do not even spin ...
A: System restore is useless as I have probably only ever had about 2 percent luck with this feature. ...
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| WIN VISTA/XP problem | 2/8/2008 |
Q: Am very greaful for the support you are offering to us. My problem is that I have a new compaq ...
A: Actually unless you are willing to deal with the possibilities of not being able to find the correct ...
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| win32-sality-x.htm | 2/8/2008 |
Q: Im afraid my computer has been inflicted with the win32.sality.x virus. The only infomation i found ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com Read the TIPS page on VARIOUS WINDOWS XP ...
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| Window sizes | 2/7/2008 |
Q: In win xp - when I expand a window to full screen, some of it is hidden behind the task bar - this ...
A: Yes, maybe I should have started by suggesting you visit my website first and get all of the ...
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| Window sizes | 2/7/2008 |
Q: In win xp - when I expand a window to full screen, some of it is hidden behind the task bar - this ...
A: Yes, what you are going to want to do is CUSTOMIZE YOUR START MENU by RIGHT CLICKING on the start ...
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| usb device not recognized | 2/7/2008 |
Q: usb dvd rom not recognized but works in other computer
A: I would first suggest checking your device manager for any yellow exclamation points and then remove ...
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| Resizing of screen | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I am a beginner and thus my question is basic. What procedure is to be used in order to resize a ...
A: Actually your question may sound basic but first I will need to know if you are referring to an ...
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| Desktop | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I have just had a new hard drive installed and set up XP Home. I have quite a lot of icons on my ...
A: Yes, this is quite simple actually.. all you need to do is RIGHT CLICK on your mouse anywhere there ...
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| Windows XP cannot reboot | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I changed the hard disk in my computer, did a clean install of Windows, all of the drivers and ...
A: No, I wouldn't think the sound card would cause your computer from booting but if you have just done ...
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| drag and drop pics into email | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I know you don't list VISTA as your area of expertise,but I don't think this is a Vista problem , I ...
A: Actually Vista questions are preferred now that this is the latest operating system. Allexperts just ...
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| Screen too far to left | 2/3/2008 |
Q: How do I recsove the problem of my screen being too far to the left. All documents are & also the ...
A: You are going to want to adjust the settings of your monitor first and foremost and to do this you ...
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| Start/All Programs | 2/3/2008 |
Q: When I go to Start/All programs about two thirds are listed alphabetically but the other third are ...
A: A couple things you can do/try. first if you RIGHT CLICK on the group and choose the SORT it should ...
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| broadband | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I have a broadband connection to the net. When the PC starts, I must wait a bit until I can make the ...
A: This is pretty common as with any pc computer, you can expect to wait at least 3 minutes before ...
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| can not type | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I can't type in documents either a new one or a saved one. I can type numbers but not words ...
A: I suggest completing what I wrote initially, about downloading the items in the pink and completing ...
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| new pc winprofessional xpsp2 software conflicts | 1/31/2008 |
Q: unable to install photodeluxe business edition 1.1. it just does not happen. Nero 7 premium ...
A: If you have managed to visit my website's SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page then you would have found all of the ...
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| information | 1/31/2008 |
Q: this is abhilash from india. I am using windows xp service pack-2, my computer is not showing ...
A: Sounds to me like you have at least one known virus and quite probably many more ...
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| Inability to print to network printer | 1/31/2008 |
Q: Ever since I downloaded an Anti-Virus, Anti-spyware, Anti-Adware, and Firewall (called CA ...
A: Although you are quite correct in assuming the antivirus, it shouldn't actually be the antivirus ...
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| new pc winprofessional xpsp2 software conflicts | 1/30/2008 |
Q: unable to install photodeluxe business edition 1.1. it just does not happen. Nero 7 premium ...
A: With any new computer, there are always many programs installed that are what I consider 'bloatware' ...
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| zen micro problem | 1/29/2008 |
Q: when i plug me zen micro usb into my laptop it doesnt recognise the zen. I have gone to the device ...
A: You are going to want to choose UNINSTALL and then restart your computer, allowing windows to ...
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| live remote desktop | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I have WinXP in two PCs, i have to ascess PC-1 via rdp in PC-2 but the pc-1 should not get log off. ...
A: Look no further then logmein (http://www.logmein.com) as this is free, with the ability to utilize ...
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| error message with audio configuration | 1/29/2008 |
Q: my computer wont play sounds, ive gone through the trouble shooter too many times yet i still cant ...
A: If you have not already done so, visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page ...
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| Disk Recovery Tools | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 40 Gb Freecom external hard split into two logical drives. One drive is unreadable. I ...
A: Since you seem to know so much about what the DOD used I also did a search and came up with the ...
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| Flash problem(s) in XP home | 1/27/2008 |
Q: Up until a few days ago, my daughter had no problems, playing games on Millsberry.com, through IE6 ...
A: First of all STOP USING IE6 and if you must use IE then go and get IE7, but as long as you use the ...
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| WINDOWS 95 | 1/26/2008 |
Q: Mike I have a windows 95 programme on disk (3.5 floppy) that I want to install on my computer ...
A: No, it can't be nor should it be! Why would you even think of doing this? The only way to make ...
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| UPDATE OPERATING SYSTEM | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I currently have window 98SE....can I upgrade to windows 2000 or XP which would be better. Pleas ...
A: Go with XP as 2000 will not be as compatible with drivers as this o/s was made for 'business ...
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| UPDATE OPERATING SYSTEM | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I currently have window 98SE....can I upgrade to windows 2000 or XP which would be better. Pleas ...
A: Windows XP is by far the best choice between the two, however you should know that XP is now over 5 ...
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| hourglass symbol | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I want to insert the hourglass symbol on a text that I am writing. How can I do that? The hourglass ...
A: Other then finding the symbol from some place on the web and inserting it from a saved file, you ...
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| Disk Recovery Tools | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 40 Gb Freecom external hard split into two logical drives. One drive is unreadable. I ...
A: Put quite simply, you can't! Although there are some programs out there that will attempt to ...
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| zen micro problem | 1/24/2008 |
Q: when i plug me zen micro usb into my laptop it doesnt recognise the zen. I have gone to the device ...
A: I suggest trying this from a self-powered usb hub (a usb hub that has the external power cord ...
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| restore | 1/24/2008 |
Q: how do acess restore if run not working
A: If this is the same Ron, I just answered your question with regards to the RUN program and so I do ...
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| run | 1/24/2008 |
Q: when i go to start and click run it says a file needed to run program missing
A: If you mean you can not get to the RUN command (where you have a blank line and need to browse to ...
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| netcraft toolbar windows installer | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I did another reload of XP 3 days ago (darn Trojans!) I installed the Netcraft toolbar without any ...
A: Firstly you are going to want to get rid of any and all toolbars (even the yahoo, google and MSN ...
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| partition c drive | 1/22/2008 |
Q: how can i partition c drive to create another drive?
A: I suggest using dedicated partition management software to do this so that you can handle and manage ...
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| install hung up on new hard drive | 1/22/2008 |
Q: computer. I have installed a new 350gb drive as my master drive and was planning on keeping the ...
A: I would be checking your system setup/bios settings to make sure your boot settings are set to CD ...
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| Loading software | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I am trying to laod the set up software for Sky Broadband onto my sons Toshiba laptop. Windows 2000. ...
A: Sounds like the system is pretty infected with spyware/malware issues. I suggest visiting my website ...
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| USB Conection | 1/21/2008 |
Q: When I plug in a USB Key into my USB port, the error I get is "Windows could not load the installer ...
A: This is common in a few cases where your system is using USB 1.1 and/or from the front of your ...
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| lost "my computer" | 1/20/2008 |
Q: When I click on "my computer" all I get is the flashlight looking for it. It never finds it. Your ...
A: Sounds to me like your system has many issues that are most likely spyware/malware related. I ...
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| HP lightscribe labler | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I have 2 dvd lightscribe lablers and till recently worked fine. Now I get a dialog box: "there are ...
A: Quite often a cd player will stop functioning when there has been malware/spyware installed. As ...
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| no audio | 1/18/2008 |
Q: before Christmas I was able to listen to my music threw my head set then a friend down loaded itunes ...
A: I suggest making sure you are completely up to date with all the windows files as well as the latest ...
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| user accounts | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have a problem whenever i try to get in any system configuration utilities. the computer has a ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on optimizing your ...
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| drivers | 1/17/2008 |
Q: went from vista to xp pro but when in control panel,hardware, other devices everything shows a ...
A: Quite unfortunate that you have done this, especially since your new computer was never designed for ...
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| Help? | 1/17/2008 |
Q: recently my computer has been going very slow and freezing on almost every page i try to open. I ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| upgrading | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 year old computer with a S3 64 meg AGP video card. 2 Ghtz, 1.5 Gig of Ram. I want to ...
A: I would always suggest the one with the most onboard memory as you can never have enough memory! ...
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| Can't install XP | 1/16/2008 |
Q: BTW, I use to live an hour from Ottawa and I love Canada! But I digress. I have a HP Pavilion, ...
A: I would actually suggest placing the hard drive jumper to CS (cable select) which allows your sytem ...
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| system32 files | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i want to know all the functionality(for eg.what is the function of msconfig,ntoskrnl.exe etc) of ...
A: I am not quite sure why you would want to know all the functionalities of EACH file but if you did I ...
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| bad hard drive | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I am working on a dell dimension B110. The hard drive is locked up. My question is : How do you ...
A: I don't know.. why don't you check by inserting it in to the computer? If it states it is the ...
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| windows xp | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I recently asked you a question about my windows xp media player not showing a picture but will ...
A: Other then reinstall (or make sure you are using the latest version which is 11) no, I don't have ...
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| Problem with OS removal | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have recently attempted to reboot my computer using the windows xp disc. It didn't let me clear ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and reading my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| bad hard drive | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I am working on a dell dimension B110. The hard drive is locked up. My question is : How do you ...
A: Unless the drive is still capable of using drive cloning software such as acronis true image or ...
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| problems with an old printer and window picture veiwer | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I had an Hp all in one printer,4215 and even though I took it out of my pc I still get the printer ...
A: Some printers will install numerous printer software programs besides the printer driver and ...
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| starting up computer | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have a Gateway E2000. I installed more memory yesterday (I did unplug the computer from outlet ...
A: First thing is to unplug the power as you have done. Then go back to the memory and unplug it and ...
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| How to remove 30 days trial in windowsXP | 1/13/2008 |
Q: How to remove 30 days trial in windowsXP that can't reformat the PC
A: I am not quite sure what the program is and/or if it is windows itself since you are stating a 30 ...
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| Restore points | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Some software i downloaded has caused all my sys restore points to be deleted. I scanned for virus ...
A: The easiest way to solve this problem is in fact to reinstall windows, but not the way you think! ...
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| zip files | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have windows xp, could you please instruct how I can receive zip files and open them up. Thank ...
A: Actually windows xp will open zipped files without the need of any other program. Just cilcking on ...
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| problem with my keyboard | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I am using Win XP professional.Recently I am having a problem with my keyboard.When I press the ...
A: You may just have a dirty keyboard which needs cleaning and/or replacing. If you can get your hands ...
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| system32 | 1/11/2008 |
Q: corrupted or missing files. need some help getting these files where
A: I suggest performing a windows REPAIR installation which will basically reinstall windows over top ...
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| PC | 1/11/2008 |
Q: My PC wont start up. It gives me several options like safe mode, safe mode network, safe mode etc. ...
A: If you can't get to the system 'safe mode' then you may have corrupted hard drive which needs to be ...
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| help!!! system recovery messed me up | 1/11/2008 |
Q: "Hello, I have a 2001 hp pavilion pc with windows xp on it. I recently used the pc’s System Recovery ...
A: Dalton, You are probably going to find that performing a WINDOWS REPAIR will fix most problems ...
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| basic problem (over my head) | 1/10/2008 |
Q: hy, to be as detailed as possible, i am running win XP home edition. i have a friend who is hard of ...
A: the following link which will provide you a youtube video on how to do what you want to do.. this ...
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| XP copy and paste problem | 1/10/2008 |
Q: The copy/paste works initially but not after a while. Normally reboot the machine will work. Any ...
A: Sounds like your system may be infected with some spyware/malware issues. I suggest visiting my ...
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| windows xp | 1/9/2008 |
Q: recently I reinstalled xp on my hp laptop. Ive had problems with many drivers not being present so ...
A: Possibly a driver but more likely a CODEC is required. Depending on the video you are attempting to ...
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| policy message | 1/8/2008 |
Q: This is about the policy message that appears before the user login. (allexperts.com says I used all ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| blocking of spam e-mails | 1/8/2008 |
Q: how can we BLOCK the e-mails in the bulk or inbox folders of Yahoo mail? with regards sudheer
A: I believe the following link from the yahoo help should help you ...
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| Recommended virus removal program?? | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have WinXP with sp2, not all updates are current but doubt this is causing my issue. Having a ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| Keeping kids off internet | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I figured out how to create different accounts for my kids but how do I then deny access to the ...
A: Windows does not have the ability (without the use of a third party program) to keep a system ...
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| Keeping kids off internet | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I figured out how to create different accounts for my kids but how do I then deny access to the ...
A: Look no further then NetNanny ( http://www.netnanny.com/ ) They have a try before you buy option but ...
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| Driver Problems | 1/5/2008 |
Q: My Driver isn't working. The preference box states that windows cant initialize the device for this ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| computer running very slow | 1/5/2008 |
Q: My computer configuration is (system-Microsoft windows xp professional version 2002). (Computer- ...
A: What I suggest you do is visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| getting a program like xfire out of my computer | 1/4/2008 |
Q: i loaded a game called mage knght along with it came xfire well the game i don't want on here so i ...
A: First of all, removing files from your drive as you have done is something I would do as a last case ...
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| Right Click Menu | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I have a problem with my drives. When I right click on it I see Chinese characters menu items before ...
A: Off hand, I can only suggest checking such things as the regional/language settings from the control ...
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| Problem accessing my P.C Volume control | 1/4/2008 |
Q: Happy New year. I am having trouble accessing the volume of my PC (Toshiba Satellite with Windows ...
A: As you have pointed out to other device drivers, one being the SM Bus (this is the one device that ...
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| Windows Licensing | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I'm the person mother usually asks when she has a PC question. In this case I have no idea about the ...
A: If you have sold a computer that had been updated, then the disks should have gone with it. You can ...
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| Windows Licensing | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I'm the person mother usually asks when she has a PC question. In this case I have no idea about the ...
A: To make things simple... when you purchase a computer with an operating system already on it, it ...
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| dvd burning | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I am in a huge jam tonight through tomorrow with no way of getting any cd-r disks. Is it possible ...
A: If you have DVD R disks that is fine, so long as you have a DVD burner drive and software you will ...
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| DVD playing | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I have a panasonic mini dvd camcorder it is a - and my notebook is a + is this why I can't play the ...
A: Although you don't see this happening all that often, you are quite correct. The earlier versions of ...
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| NTFS conversion and Carbonite backup | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I am a subscriber to Carbonite and have backed up around 30 gigs from my desktop XP Home set up with ...
A: Go for the conversion! NTFS rules, especially for file security and optimizing of file retreival. ...
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| HTML Emails | 1/2/2008 |
Q: If I write a HTML newsletter (with just words - no pictures), is there a chance that some people ...
A: Depending on the email program you use, there should not be any problem. I say this because in most ...
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| xp pro | 1/1/2008 |
Q: How can I do a repair install with xp pro student version which is on the machine now when the ...
A: I believe you may have Microsoft Office confused with Microsoft Windows XP as there is no 'student ...
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| Drive problem or what? | 1/1/2008 |
Q: Following a virus that the Geek Squad removed, my computer speakers have had a persistent rhythmic ...
A: My first question would be, "what did the Geek Squad say is the problem? as I would think you would ...
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| Problem accessing my P.C Volume control | 1/1/2008 |
Q: Happy New year. I am having trouble accessing the volume of my PC (Toshiba Satellite with Windows ...
A: You are first going to need to check if the device itself has stopped functioning (thus the error ...
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| Unwanted Screen Savers | 12/31/2007 |
Q: Iam running Win.XP Home SP2 addition.The question I have, is there a way to remove unwanted screen ...
A: Since what you are asking is quite possibly nothing more then a picture file in the case you have ...
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| hp RecordNow compatability | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I've recently purchased a Dell Inspiron 530. My previous pc was an hp Pavilion and I've become very ...
A: One thing about computers and technology is that it is always changing and as much as we fall in ...
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| IBM High Rate Wireless Lan Mini-PCI Adapter with Modem 2 | 12/30/2007 |
Q: The internal wireless adapter install on in my T-30 IBM Thinkpad no receives the signal from my ...
A: The internal wireless can be repalaced however it may end up costing a lot more then to simply use ...
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| lowering screen resolution | 12/29/2007 |
Q: When I right click on the desktop and choose properties, I do not see the "settings" tab. How do I ...
A: It may all depend on the type of video card you have installed, and the software driver which is ...
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| Installing Windows XP over Network | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I have a peculiar task to complete. I work for an education institution. There are about 7 ...
A: Best to follow the links below as they give step by step instructions in which you can choose the ...
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| Out of frequency problem | 12/29/2007 |
Q: i am using win 98, win XP & RH linux as my operating system. I changed the screen resolution of ...
A: You are using the wrong screen resolution and this sort of thing can lead to a burn out of your ...
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| frustrated | 12/28/2007 |
Q: i cannot remove the icons from taskbar instead of giving me the option of deleting the icons the ...
A: This is a common problem if your system has become infected with various spyware/malware issues. I ...
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| Quicktime& ITunes | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have windows vista, puter is less then a year old with no problems. everytime I try to download ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| cursor freeze | 12/28/2007 |
Q: My cursor freezes for 5 seconds or so every minute or so. The strange thing is it won't happen if ...
A: This is a common problem with regards to spyware/malware issues. I would first suggest visiting my ...
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| change langauge | 12/27/2007 |
Q: i bought an laptop from china,all the software is in Chinese langauge,so please tell me how to ...
A: Unfortunately you may be out of luck on that, other then changing your settings from the control ...
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| spyware,adware | 12/27/2007 |
Q: Are there common extensions used for spyware and adware to wary of and do regular scans
A: To answer your question best I believe if you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read ...
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| XP Reinstall | 12/27/2007 |
Q: is there a way to reinstall Win XP from the files where it's stored on the hard drive? I have a ...
A: It sounds to me like you are having far too many problems, especially if you still can not even ...
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| Recover Files | 12/26/2007 |
Q: I had to reinstall windowsxp and need to recover my old files. I found a data recovery software that ...
A: Since you are at the point where you need to recover data, there is typically the costs involved and ...
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| problem with starting. | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt <Windows ...
A: As this problem may be from the result of a trojan horse, spyware/malware infection by attempting to ...
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| problem | 12/25/2007 |
Q: i can not see folder potion in tools menu
A: I believe your 'potion' was 'option'? The folder option. This may be due to not having ...
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| XP Reinstall | 12/25/2007 |
Q: is there a way to reinstall Win XP from the files where it's stored on the hard drive? I have a ...
A: In the early days of windows (back in the win95/98 days) the computer manufacturers would place the ...
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| video card use | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I have a question or two, could you please guide me here ? 1 Can you leave 2 installed video card ...
A: You are always going to want the fastest available card and if you are buying something new today it ...
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| Installing XP on a salvaged computer | 12/21/2007 |
Q: My Windows XP equipped eMachines computer experienced a catastrophic failure taking out the ...
A: If you have replaced the motherboard (and other hardware items) on the Emachine then what I would ...
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| video card use | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I have a question or two, could you please guide me here ? 1 Can you leave 2 installed video card ...
A: Yes, you can have two video cards in your computer (especially if you want to use two monitors). ...
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| dvd regions | 12/20/2007 |
Q: how can i turn my laptop i baught when i lived in america (region 1) play english dvd's??? in ...
A: You can change the region of your DVD only twice and after that no further programming will occur ...
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| Cannot enter data into XP fields | 12/20/2007 |
Q: It was most helpful (especially after I realized it actually was not dependent on IP address at your ...
A: In any case first thing I suggest is to STOP USING THE INTERNET EXPLORER! Read my blog post about ...
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| XP Startup problem | 12/19/2007 |
Q: When I start my computer, windows XP starts with a blue screen showing "Please Wait" and some white ...
A: Sounds like your system may be infected.. with spyware/malware and/or viruses. I would first suggest ...
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| print spooler | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I am experiencing problems with the print spooler (using XP home) having recently installed a new ...
A: Are you actually getting a 'print spooler' error? Since you have pretty much done everything I ...
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| Mailto Link, Restrictions | 12/19/2007 |
Q: It's been a while since I emailed you. I have XP Pro, Outlook Express 6.0 and IE 7.0. I've ...
A: First of all STOP USING INTERNET EXPLORER as this one program is the cause of over 70% of the ...
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| Remove a folder login password after reinstalling windows | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I needed to reinstall the system so I did so. I wanted to keep my files intact so i made the mistake ...
A: There are a number of things you can try. I have included some links from forums and Microsoft ...
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| restoring hard drive | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I got a virus on my computer and I tried everything including trendmicro's house call many times to ...
A: First of all be aware of many antispyware programs that are going to provide you with 'false ...
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| cookies | 12/18/2007 |
Q: "Dear Mike, where do I go to view the list of cookies on my PC in both Win XP & Vista. they used to ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| DOS screen | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have just found that I can no longer access the DOS screen, it appears very briefly and then ...
A: Your system is obviously still infected. Try performing all spyware scans from safe mode. to get to ...
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| drive file disappeared | 12/17/2007 |
Q: few days back my windows file got corrupted . i formatted my OS drive & installed XP again but one ...
A: You had a file corruption that you knew of which means pretty much anything could be happening to ...
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| Log file of internet connection | 12/17/2007 |
Q: Sir, I want to know which is the log file in windows xp,which keep records of ip addresses ...
A: Actually there are many places this is done since there are many different types of connections, the ...
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| DOS screen | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have just found that I can no longer access the DOS screen, it appears very briefly and then ...
A: You should be able to go to the start menu and click on RUN and enter CMD and click OK. This should ...
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| Undoing Undisclosed recipient (UR) | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I tried to send a group message using UR but it didn't send ( I obviously set it up wrongly) and now ...
A: I get this sort of question a lot and as a result of this, I have created a TIPS page on my website ...
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| cpu fan has failed | 12/15/2007 |
Q: cpu fan has failed
A: This can be a serious problem if you continue to use your computer! What you are going to need to ...
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| OS problem. | 12/14/2007 |
Q: . I have an hp-laptop [dv9000]. I bought it few months back.. it came preloaded with windows vista. ...
A: You, like many, have not given Vista enough time, that is for sure, as I believe there are not ...
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| Photodeluxe 1.1 | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I'm running WIndows XP, I love Photodeluxe BUsiness edition 1.1. Have run it for a couple of years. ...
A: Actually this problem may be the result of a display driver update that is required for your system. ...
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| Mute in Media Player | 12/13/2007 |
Q: When trying to play using MS Media Player last version, I can not hear any sound. Looking at the ...
A: First of all I suggest stopping the use of the iNTERNET EXPLORER as it is the largest contributor to ...
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| sound problem | 12/13/2007 |
Q: when i try to view youtube or any other video i get no sound ps i am a novice to computers thanks ...
A: Youtube audio as well as many other 'internet' related sounds will come from the 'wav' volume ...
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| add/remove in window XP | 12/12/2007 |
Q: i am trying to delete a program with add/remove in control panel. Add/remove page opens OK and ...
A: At least you are attempting to uninstall the program the correct way, unlike many that go to "my ...
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| "Downgrading" to XP Home | 12/10/2007 |
Q: My daughter has a Dell laptop that came with Vista. She's tried for months to make it work with her ...
A: You aren't going to win any prizes from me with this question as I believe anyone that things Vista ...
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| Vista....lol | 12/8/2007 |
Q: What a joke Vista is!.... I want to install Windows XP on my Laptop but I am not able to... I have ...
A: There is nothing wrong with Vista! I say this because typically the reason we are stating that there ...
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| Windows Error | 12/8/2007 |
Q: When I close my windows screen whether I click on the X or from the File menu the following error is ...
A: It is most likely the cause from incomplete installation and/or the removal of various windows files ...
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| DVD-R read error | 12/7/2007 |
Q: My problem is that my DVD drive reads all DVD-R's as blank even though they can be read on other ...
A: Actually it may not just be the windows SP2 issues, I believe your system may also have a number of ...
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| format a pc | 12/7/2007 |
Q: hey, I'm going to format my computer and install windows xp. My problem is to know exactly what ...
A: Not that I am a very big fan on Norton anymore (you can learn more by reading my OPTIMIZING tip)... ...
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| access | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I have a windows 2003 network with xp clients. The users hot desk, so have roaming profiles, however ...
A: A few things to remember. First, if all of these computers are utilizing the 'network server' then ...
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| "windows portable device" driver | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I just purchased a sandisk mp3 player and neither of my Windows XP computers would recognize it. ...
A: If you are planning on using the computer that only has SP1 installed, I suggest you get it up to ...
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| Windows XP Pro English vs Spanish | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I have a valid license on my laptop for Windows XP pro in English. I would now like to install the ...
A: You will require the certificate of authenticity for EACH CD as each operating system will have its ...
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| Windows XP Pro English vs Spanish | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I have a valid license on my laptop for Windows XP pro in English. I would now like to install the ...
A: There are a few factors involved. First of all, each windows operating system cd will come with 1 ...
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| Startup Error In Windows XP | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I get an error message when turning on my PC. It comes up when the desktop comes up. My operating ...
A: It appears to me that the automatic windows updates had attempted to install and/or update your ...
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| no display | 12/4/2007 |
Q: display goes off in p4
A: You have given very little information here. If I am to understand your display is turning off when ...
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| Windows XP, loads programs slowly | 12/4/2007 |
Q: Of recent weeks, my PC has been loading programs extraordinarily slowly at startup. One new program ...
A: Yes, I believe you have hit the nail on the head on this one, with regards to the Norton 360. In ...
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| Question? | 12/3/2007 |
Q: Mike I have compaq pp2140 laptop. When I boot it shows system32/configure/system file is missing or ...
A: It appears that your hard drive/windows has become corrupt and you are going to want to perform a ...
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| Can't disk defragmenter | 12/2/2007 |
Q: My computer is working okay, but I have tried to disk defragement, and it's not working. Can you ...
A: This is a common problem when there are many malware/spyware items running on your computer. I ...
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| My usb port has stopped recognising my external hard | 11/30/2007 |
Q: My usb port has stopped recognising my external hard drive and my 4-extender usb hub and my flash ...
A: You are going to want to check your device manager and most likely remove any and all USB ...
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| LogMeIn - All Computers (1 filtered ) | 11/28/2007 |
Q: Further on the subject of logging into a computer which has a different IP each time it is ...
A: As I mentioned, IP addresses are not required AT ALL for logmein to work. You do need to log in to ...
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| folder option | 11/28/2007 |
Q: folder option is not shown in the windows xp
A: My guess is that your system may be infected with numerous spyware/malware issues. I suggest first ...
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| LogMeIn using a non static IP | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I have successfully setup and used LogMeIn as suggested by you recently. It really is fantastic ...
A: The Logmein software that you install at the computer you plan on connecting to is what sets this ...
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| folder ooption is not comming in winxp | 11/27/2007 |
Q: vivek this is written from India. i am not able to see my folder option in the tools tab if i am ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Can I run Windows xp? | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I have an hp pavilion 8650c with an Intel celeron 533 MHZ processor and 256 MB of RAM. will it be ...
A: Yes, you can install XP to this machine but I would highly suggest getting more memory (RAM) for it ...
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| Windows Vista Transformation Pack - Gone Wrong | 11/26/2007 |
Q: Hey Mike, Ok so my friend found this Vista Transformation Pack online, i dont know if you are ...
A: I would be attempting to use the windows restore method first but I can honestly say I have never ...
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| auto start | 11/25/2007 |
Q: how do i set an application to auto start without having to log in once the computer powers up?
A: If you are referring to the actual clicking of your account name when you start windows then you can ...
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| HP Pavillion N5250 | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I have a HP Pavillion n5250 laptop. After having the electric jack fix I have not been able to boot ...
A: You are first going to have to confirm that your system sees your hard drive. For this you will need ...
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| Windows installer | 11/25/2007 |
Q: How do I un-freeze the Windows Installer box that keeps popping up. I installed Quick Books 2008 ...
A: Quickbooks for windows, I believe, saves your information in to a folder within 'my documents'. ...
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| Windows installer | 11/24/2007 |
Q: How do I un-freeze the Windows Installer box that keeps popping up. I installed Quick Books 2008 ...
A: Sounds like the installed program did not complete properly and part of the installer is still ...
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| XP Log on | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I have inadvertantly set the requirement to click on my user name to get into Windows, which I did ...
A: As stated previously, if you do not have a password set then you are probably only noticing your ...
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| my hard drive!!! | 11/24/2007 |
Q: when i start my computer i cant access my password login window. before it reaches that login ...
A: There is a good chance your hard drive has failed and/or it has definitely become corrupt to the ...
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| format/restore | 11/23/2007 |
Q: hp pavillion 7915. went to do total format and recovery. in the middle of process lost power. have ...
A: This is a definite problem, but if you were in the process of reformatting/recovery then I would ...
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| Can't See Printers | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I loaded a Canon i80 printer driver (downloaded it from Canon's website) and got it running just ...
A: Sounds to me like you have a problem with the software driver not funtioning. You should go back to ...
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| XP Log on | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I have inadvertantly set the requirement to click on my user name to get into Windows, which I did ...
A: If you have only the one account and you do not want to have to click on the account name when you ...
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| No desktop icons and taskbars | 11/22/2007 |
Q: Well this problem occured when i just turned on my PC (windows XP) and i had no desktop and no ...
A: You can't and besides I don't believe it would do much good. Typically this is spyware related and ...
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| Win XP SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM | 11/21/2007 |
Q: SYSTEM32 \CONFIG file is missing,.I can not get into windows,past Win XP intro page. blue screen ...
A: I suggest using the windows REPAIR installation by visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com ...
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| Task manager and | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I am not very knowledgeable in computers and I am facing this major problem that is giving me ...
A: Yes, there are a lot of issues still. first of all I see that you have installed the AVG ...
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| hidden files | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I ran a virus check on my p.c. and i noticed that the font folder in the windows folder contains ...
A: First of all, I would suggest you do nothing with the fonts folder, there will be many files that ...
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| Windos xp Folder task bar | 11/19/2007 |
Q: One Day i was working on my pc ,accdently I cliked someware and I noticed that on Wallpaper I got ...
A: You should be able to RIGHT CLICK on the toolbar and choose 'toolbars' and de-select the one you ...
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| xp home | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I could not get into safe mode from a functional e machine running with xp home installed and no OS ...
A: You do have a problem! The fact that you went in to the msconfig initially and set this setting and ...
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| Task manager and "run" disabled | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I am not very knowledgeable in computers and I am facing this major problem that is giving me ...
A: From looking at it, you have a lot of issues! First and foremost, I suggest you visit my website at ...
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| windows stop error message | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Whenever i use quicktime player and google earth, my computer shuts down and windows stop error ...
A: I suggest you first confirm that your system is free and clear of the spyware/malware issues by ...
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| Windows 2000 Professional | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I have an older computer comprised of legacy hardware & software. The TDK CDRW5201B in it has ...
A: Yes, any new cd/dvd burner will work. I suggest a DVD Burner as this will also burn CD's. Current ...
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| PC automatically restarting. | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I normally leave my computer with Win XP on all the time and leave many programs and files open that ...
A: I don't understand why you have such a problem in closing your programs when you are not using them, ...
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| WIndowns XP task bar | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I have a problem with my windows xp task bar. One day suddenly the blue task bar at the bottom got ...
A: Sounds like your system has most likely become infected with spyware/malware issues. I suggest you ...
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| Desktop problems | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I saw another problem similar to mine around here, but mine appears to have different variables. ...
A: Even though you have run scans, I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read ...
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| Remote Assistance connection over Internet | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I am attempting to connect with another PC over the Interent using Remote Assistance. Both machines ...
A: Forget trying to use the built in methods and utilize the free services of logmein. Simly go to ...
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| Folders not visible | 11/16/2007 |
Q: recently i am facing a new problem, which is in my e: drive folders are not visible.But i can view ...
A: If this is not something you did on purpose (hiding the files/folders) then odds are you have ...
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| i am get this message at the time of login | 11/16/2007 |
Q: The system DLL user32.dll was relocated in memory.The application will not run properly.The ...
A: Sounds like your system has become infected with (most likely) numerous spyware/malware issues. I ...
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| PC automatically restarting. | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I normally leave my computer with Win XP on all the time and leave many programs and files open that ...
A: I understand you may use certain programs a lot but the more programs you have running at the same ...
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| enable advanced controls | 11/15/2007 |
Q: HI i just got a new Emachine PC XP SP2 the trouble is when i try to record with my pc mic i have to ...
A: I would probably be going to the device manager and removing the sound devices completely, ...
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| PC automatically restarting. | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I normally leave my computer with Win XP on all the time and leave many programs and files open that ...
A: Although I do recommend people leave their computers turned on if you are connected to a highspeed ...
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| Answer This Please lol | 11/14/2007 |
Q: How do you wipe the hard drive and reinstall windows. I just need to rid of everything off the ...
A: What I suggest you do before you go and 'reformat' your system is visit my website at ...
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| CTRL+ALT+DEL in Windows XP | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I have problem in my labtop. I restore the windows XP, but when i press button CTRL+ALT+DEL "window ...
A: If you have just reinstalled windows, you should first make sure you have completed any and all ...
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| windows root/system32/hal.dll. file missing | 11/13/2007 |
Q: please advice how do I solve this ploblem. I was formatting my desk top when this happened half way ...
A: I suggest checking your memory (RAM) and possibly re-seat it, or simply try running on only one of ...
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| XP Startup | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I currently run off of a Gateway laptop operating with XP Home Edition. When I started this evening ...
A: Sounds to me like the hard drive has failed and is not being read in the system setup. Best thing to ...
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| XP Startup | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I currently run off of a Gateway laptop operating with XP Home Edition. When I started this evening ...
A: Try restarting the computer and right after you power it up, start to press the F8 key. This should ...
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| No boot-up | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I recently put in a new Motherboard (AMD Dual-Core) with an AM2 socket, a new ATI Radeon X1650 ...
A: This was my point about the CMOS/BIOS settings, you will first need to be sure that the bios detects ...
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| No boot-up | 11/11/2007 |
Q: I recently put in a new Motherboard (AMD Dual-Core) with an AM2 socket, a new ATI Radeon X1650 ...
A: You are on the right track as far as going in to the system setup. If you are using a SATA drive for ...
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| Yahoo Messenger Refuses to Instal | 11/11/2007 |
Q: Have been trying to instal Yahoo messenger on my toshiba laptop with windows xp....The yahoo ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| MAKING LABEL FOR CD DISC | 11/10/2007 |
Q: Need to know how to put my pictures on my cd disc. have disc made but can't get picture to go on it. ...
A: There are many cd lableing programs availalbe and some software even come with some lables you buy. ...
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| Windows installation | 11/10/2007 |
Q: I am running windows home edition which was installed when I purchased my laptop. I have tried ...
A: There could be so many reasons why this may be happening, especially since you say you have already ...
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| color on monitor | 11/10/2007 |
Q: My screen suddenly went to purple and green and I cannot adjust it. Is my monitor ready for the ...
A: Well from the sounds of the colours you are getting it does sound like a monitor but just in case ...
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| Renaming in XP Pro | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me. I have a pc running windows XP pro and it's on a domain. I'm going ...
A: Before you start calling the previous person an 'idiot' when the system was working and now it ...
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| auto shut down | 11/8/2007 |
Q: i am using xp sp 2. i want that the pc goes off at a certian time, even if i am loged in as guest. i ...
A: There is no program within windows that will actually turn off the computer, other then creating ...
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| taskbar problem | 11/8/2007 |
Q: hai sir i have a problem regarding with task bar.. some time it is going on hide and some time it is ...
A: It sounds to me like you have the taskbar set to autohide. Whereas it will disappear when you move ...
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| recover encrypted data | 11/7/2007 |
Q: i am very angry of win xp and i can't receive any answer from it's poor and unusable support. i ...
A: I hope the following links from the microsoft support page will be of some help: ...
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| Problems with desktop | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I have no idea what happened, but all of a sudden when I start up my Windows XP, I get the desktop ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Switching on Sleep mode in Win2K Server | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I have installed Win2K Server Family, intending to use this PC as a Server, controlled from my ...
A: A server is built to SERVE not Sleep.. sorry this is not something you can do, nor should you as a ...
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| Xp Folder option | 11/5/2007 |
Q: Hallo, In My pc win xp SP2, Folder option was not working
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Lock or Disable a folder but contents can be accessed | 11/4/2007 |
Q: Sir, Please tell me that can I lock or disable a folder in Microsoft Windows XP through registy ...
A: This is not something you can do within windows XP, however what I would suggest you do is invest in ...
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| Missing .DLL files | 11/3/2007 |
Q: This question is for a friend who has a laptop Toshiba Qosmio G35-av650. When he turns it on, a ...
A: There really may be many issues with the computer, from the hard drive itself physically not working ...
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| ports | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I’ve got a problem that I think has something to do with ports. I can’t download some programmes ...
A: You wouldn't be the first person that has 'thought' their computer was pretty clear of the ...
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| ports | 10/31/2007 |
Q: I’ve got a problem that I think has something to do with ports. I can’t download some programmes ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Slow laptop | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Laptop is slow. There are no viruses. Using Windows XP Professional and high-speed internet.
A: You say there are no viruses, and you may be right, but malware and spyware in my opinion is just ...
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| Installing new version of MS Office Pro | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I would like to install a new version of MS Office. Do I need to uninstall the old version or can I ...
A: You are actually best to simply install the newer version and wait for the prompts as it will ask ...
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| avpo.exe application error | 10/30/2007 |
Q: when I am start windows-xp than show avpo.ere application error
A: This is a virus (trojan horse file) and you should clean your system immediately. I suggest visiting ...
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| Computer goes to DELL screen only! | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I turned my laptop computer on and received this error message. "<windows root>\system32\hal.dll is ...
A: There could be a very good chance your hard drive has failed. What you are going to want to do is ...
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| error message - non fatal | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a used Acer Aspire 3000 laptop with Win XP pro installed. When I boot I get 5 ...
A: With any new computer these days, they come pre-loaded with a lot of junk that only slows down your ...
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| Right click on c drive | 10/28/2007 |
Q: When i try to right click to open c drive, in the first line unusual text appears instead of OPEN. ...
A: Not quite sure where the problem is, since RIGHT CLICK on any windows computer WILL open a menu in ...
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| windows xp factory preset.... | 10/26/2007 |
Q: Ok, What I want to know is how to set a Dell Dimension Desktop computer running Windows XP Home, ...
A: You bought a DELL... most likely for the tech support so why not give it a try! Sure you don't want ...
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| wipeing out a comp. | 10/26/2007 |
Q: i have decided that i just need to wipe it out are restart like new with the disk that came with it, ...
A: First of all 'wiping out' or 'formatting the hard drive' would be the same thing as this completely ...
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| Control Panel: Printers | 10/25/2007 |
Q: Is there a way to temporarily move a printer out of "Control Panel: Printers" to either a folder or ...
A: My suggestion would be to have only the printers in the list that are active and delete the rest ...
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| Dell bad pbr | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I am frustrated and dont know what to do...Okay I have a dell inspiron with windows xp... It is one ...
A: You are not alone on this one.. Dell is pretty famous for this as you can learn from the link below ...
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| Computer start-up problems | 10/25/2007 |
Q: Last weekend I inserted a thumb drive into my computer to download some Word document files. When I ...
A: There are many issues that could be causing this problem. The fact that without the thumbdrive it ...
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| explorer.exe | 10/24/2007 |
Q: yesterday i was enjoying my windows like always , switching between my user and my broths' , ...
A: You have at least one known virus and so if you can get to safe mode and get some scans done then ...
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| Application Error | 10/24/2007 |
Q: when i logon into office DSL network this error shows i.e. Avpo.exe Application Error (using Xp,2.67 ...
A: This is a known virus which you can learn more about here: ...
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| Photodeluxe Business Edition 1.0 | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I recently downloaded SP2 and now my PD BE 1.0 no longer works. I can bring it up but once I do ...
A: Any service pack is considered a major upgrade to the operating system and as a result, it is quite ...
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| right click autoplay | 10/23/2007 |
Q: i want to know how to change the setting of the autoplay option.. wen i double click on the ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| Taskbar empty | 10/22/2007 |
Q: While running Win XP somehow I got the icons (running windows) to disappear from the taskbar. I ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| Background Display | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I used to be able to put anything I want on the desktop background. Now, its a solid blue color and ...
A: There are a number of things you are going to need to check. First of all if you RIGHT CLICK on your ...
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| Windows XP Blue Screen | 10/19/2007 |
Q: We are operating on Windows XP. We have been printing on an HP Laserjet and just added an HP Color ...
A: Sounds like your problem may be not necessarily 'driver' related but 'memory address' which would ...
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| how to change date in win xp | 10/19/2007 |
Q: sir i would like to change date format from mm/dd/yyyy into dd/mm/yyyy in windows xp operating ...
A: To do this you will need to go to the control panel. (start menu/control panel) and click on the ...
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| XP Home desktop view | 10/18/2007 |
Q: One morning, clicked on the computer and the usual desk top view with all the icons was different. ...
A: Without knowing exactly what it is you are looking at, other then trying the 'right click' on the ...
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| XP Start - All programs | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I accidentaly erased ALL programs from my START - ALL PRORGRAMS list in Windows XP. Is there a quick ...
A: I might suggest you perform a windows 'repair' installation which you can learn how to do this ...
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| Windows XP (OS) | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I have an oldSony Vaio laptop that has XP on it. The problem is the administrator password to launch ...
A: There are a couple of places you should go for this. First I have included a link to a search result ...
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| How can I change Media Center's default location for VIDEOS | 10/16/2007 |
Q: I would appreciate your help with how I can change MCE's default location for VIDEOS. Eshell.exe ...
A: this is the default location and according to what I have read and am reading, the only possible way ...
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| Boot cd | 10/16/2007 |
Q: Wanting to ask u if u know the link to setting up a boot cd that I found on the internet about 1 ...
A: Have you tried UBCD for Windows? http://www.ubcd4win.com/downloads.htm Also you may want to check ...
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| installation error | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I hope you can help me. I have a HP Pavilion a257c computer using Windows XP. home ed. I recently ...
A: In most case the error itself and the code along with it won't make any sense because basically ...
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| Create index in word | 10/15/2007 |
Q: Mike; I have looked at the help file in order to create an index. I do not understand what they are ...
A: I hope the following links will be of some help for you. These are found through the microsoft ...
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| How can I change Media Center's default location for VIDEOS | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I would appreciate your help with how I can change MCE's default location for VIDEOS. Eshell.exe ...
A: I believe the question has been answered, if you are wanting to 'search' then go to the normal ...
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| Windows repair | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I am trying to "repair" XP but, as you probably know, repair is not possible due to the "current ...
A: Not sure where you are reading about the repair process but I suggest you visit my website at ...
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| How can I change Media Center's default location for VIDEOS | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I would appreciate your help with how I can change MCE's default location for VIDEOS. Eshell.exe ...
A: From within the windows media center .... Settings->TV->Recorded TV->TV Storage->Storage Location ...
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| audio device on Windows XP | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I was deleting all programs on my computer that were (or I thought were) superfluous, however I ...
A: First of all, you shouldn't be doing what you have been doing... I guess you already know that by ...
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| Computer | 10/12/2007 |
Q: how are you going? I am the girl from Australia who you told about the google docs stuff. Thank you ...
A: .girl from Australia :-) I believe the following link will come in quite handy now that you are ...
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| bootup | 10/11/2007 |
Q: my monitor goes off and remains on standby light after the windows xp logon screen appears during ...
A: Sounds like quite possibly the display driver is not functioning correctly. I suggest you visit my ...
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| hp internet illuminated keyboard | 10/11/2007 |
Q: Greetings, Mike. I've been troubled by a problem involving my keyboard. The internet part at the ...
A: First I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on VARIOUS ...
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| Computer | 10/10/2007 |
Q: how are you going? My name is Christina and I live in Australia. Thank you for taking the time to ...
A: (in Australia), this is Mike (in Canada)... Yes I believe I can help.. not so much with the problem ...
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| Trouble loading webpage using shortcuts on the desktop | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I'm experiencing trouble when trying to start a website from a shortcut on my desktop. Internet ...
A: Suggestions... stop using the Internet Explorer.. by far this is the worst browser to use as it is ...
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| Drop down menus in vista | 10/9/2007 |
Q: All of a sudden my drop down menus stopped working. When I click on the arrow the menu opens but ...
A: First try restarting your computer, then making sure you have all the available windows updates, ...
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| Operating System Error Message Received While Installing MSN | 10/9/2007 |
Q: MSN tells me that an error message that I received while installing MSN is due to a problem with my ...
A: More suggestions... sure.. get rid of mcaffey and install avast antivirus (available through my ...
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| Question in google search engine | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I use this website www.google.com almost everyday. The problem is that when I type in 'sap' in the ...
A: What you are going to want to get are a number of anti-spyware and anti-malware programs to clean up ...
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| hi | 10/8/2007 |
Q: In my pc When I go to Start-->Run and type cmd, DOS opens up really fast but then closes in less ...
A: There are many issues that could be causing this. First of all, you are using windows xp? If you are ...
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| registry and file extentions | 10/7/2007 |
Q: i blocked a hijack with ad-aware se plus and doing so the registry was made corrupt. i can not open ...
A: Not sure when you say you 'blocked' a hijack since you want to REMOVE and not block and/or ...
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| Operating System Error Message Received While Installing MSN | 10/6/2007 |
Q: MSN tells me that an error message that I received while installing MSN is due to a problem with my ...
A: Most of the time you will have troubles installing something due to the fact that your computer is ...
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| No volume on computer | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I'm running Windows XP and, like Allan H., all of a sudden I have no sound. I tried the fix advice ...
A: I would be going to the device manager first to see if there is any sound device and whatever is ...
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| display properties | 10/4/2007 |
Q: All tabs are present in the display properties window, but, alas the functions will not work. Also ...
A: Sounds like you may have a case of spyware/malware issues that you should first clean up and then go ...
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| dvd burner/window medial player | 10/3/2007 |
Q: i newly fitted a new dvd writer/rewriter into my computer(window xp sp2)but my window media player ...
A: There are a number of things I would suggest, first of all make sure you have completed any and all ...
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| forgotten administrator password | 10/2/2007 |
Q: How do I reset my administrator password?
A: You have a real problem here.. since this is something you should never do because of the fact that ...
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| I have a problem in my PC | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I have a PC with Pentium 42.66,with 945G chipset,HDD 80gb,and with Window XP SP2. Sir , i have a ...
A: You have at least one known, pretty nasty spyware/malwre component running which in my opinion acts ...
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| Printer Sharing | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I HAVE SET A NETWORK WITH TWO COMPUTER. NOW I WOULD LIKE TO SHARE THE PRINTER. HOW CAN I ...
A: I believe the following link from microsoft support should make it quite simple: ...
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| C drive misisng | 10/1/2007 |
Q: My C and D Drive is missing from My computer pls give me some advice to bring it back on My computer ...
A: Sounds like a number of things, mostly related to spyware/malware issues that have corrupted your ...
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| Website Design query | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure if this is your area but I would like to make up a simple website to promote affiliate ...
A: Pretty much any website you build, if you want to get it known you are going to want to 'invest' in ...
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| fonts size | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I am going to change the video card into a better one - a PCI 256 meg. Currently I use an old one, ...
A: You are always best to go to the highest resolution that your monitor can handle, especially with ...
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| Computer | 9/30/2007 |
Q: how are you going? Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. Every time I write something ...
A: I have included some links from the microsoft support page which should help you: ...
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| Playing a DVD from cd from | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I have windows 98 SE I have a lapdop with cd rom drive I can play a CD but when I put a DVD in drive ...
A: What part of this do you not understand? If your drive is NOT a DVD drive then how do you expect to ...
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| Playing a DVD from cd from | 9/29/2007 |
Q: I have windows 98 SE I have a lapdop with cd rom drive I can play a CD but when I put a DVD in drive ...
A: First of all your laptop cd drive won't play a dvd unless it is a cd/dvd drive. You will want to ...
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| How to display of Guest Icon, after restarting | 9/29/2007 |
Q: After I restart my computer (Windows XP OS) I would like my computer to display Guest icon and also ...
A: What you are going to want to do is go to the control panel (start menu/control panel) and then ...
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| xp install problem | 9/29/2007 |
Q: Problem: Win XP Home would not install on my IBM Netvista(P4), but would on my Dell Dimension(P2). ...
A: If windows could not install it is likely that it recognized incompatibilities within the hardware, ...
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| XP freezes for 10 seconds while opening document or link | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I have a similar problem - and it is certainly not related with defragemntation (I did it). Once I ...
A: If you have read all of my follow ups then you should have read the part where you should visit my ...
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| Home Network | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I have 2 computers connected to each other via a CAT 5 cable, One of them serves as the gateway to ...
A: If you haven't already read the microsoft support pages on home networking, is suggest you do as ...
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| My Computer Administrator seems to be missing? | 9/26/2007 |
Q: 9/26/07 What can I do to get onto my P.C. without logging on with my password? My problem started ...
A: Hopefully you now understand the importance of not 'changing things' without the knowledge of what ...
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| Invalid Floating Point Operation | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I recently received this error after I re-booted my HP computer into its original factory defaults. ...
A: My guess is first of all, your computer is in desperate need of a clean up from the malware/spyware ...
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| Missing XP control panel | 9/24/2007 |
Q: How can I restore Windows XP control panel? Can't seem to do it even from Administrator Safe Mode.
A: Sounds to me like your computer is, or has been infected with a number of viruses/spyware and ...
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| xp my recent document | 9/24/2007 |
Q: i want to ask abount , how i can trace my recent document that found in start menu , and is there ...
A: I am not sure when you say that you want to 'trace a recent document' as your 'recent documents' ...
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| spi ware pop up | 9/21/2007 |
Q: I have this api ware program that comes on my computer all the time saying I have a vires or spy ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| New HD | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I purchased a new HD and I was wondering what is the best option to transfer all my data to the new ...
A: Look no further then Acronis True Image home which you can purchase and download online.. well worth ...
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| shared printing | 9/20/2007 |
Q: DONE THE FOLLOWING 1.SET THE VISTA TO SHARED PRINTING VIA CP ETC 2.SET THE SHARE NAME ON BOTH ...
A: Your network name must be the same, but the processors (computer name) must be different, otherwise ...
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| forgot | 9/20/2007 |
Q: Pls help " i had forgotten the administrator's account password that's why i m unable to login in ...
A: I have included a few links from the microsoft support pages which will hopefully help you. ...
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| Windows XP logoff issues. | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I just ran Radia S/W upgrades and Windows security patches on 2 Dell Optiplex GX270's. When I try to ...
A: I suggest a number of things, besides trying the system restore (going to the point just before you ...
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| lost control panel | 9/19/2007 |
Q: After deleting some spyware (with windows defender & Ad-Aware Se personal), my control panel has ...
A: I suggest you first try doing the things I mention from my OPTIMIZING tip which you can read through ...
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| No icons or task bar | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I'm on a corporate network. One user attempts to log in and gets no icons or task bar, and pressing ...
A: Obviously the profile is still around... get this user to create an entirely new profile. Without ...
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| Internet Database | 9/15/2007 |
Q: Where do you turn off this option?
A: I'm not quite sure what you are referring to and feel you may be seeing some pop up due to ...
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| temp2.exe | 9/11/2007 |
Q: when i start my pc it always show me temp2.exe error. some time it come during my work . plz tell me ...
A: What you have are remnants of spyware that has either been half installed or half removed. Either ...
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| Home Network | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I have a home PC and laptop that is connected to the internet using a wireless router & modem. I ...
A: You do not need to do what you have done. Quite simply, the printer is connected to the desktop. ...
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| windows file protection | 9/10/2007 |
Q: Yesterday when I was doing disk clean up, the defragmented files were checked off under clean up so ...
A: Unfortunately when you start defragging your hard drive through the windows method, it isn't very ...
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| word perfect | 9/9/2007 |
Q: For the past month, I am having exteme difficuly printing from Word Perfect 10. I have only one ...
A: I am guessing your system may be infected with numerous spyware/malware issues, which will cause ...
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| media player | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I have xp media center 2002 and I found something from you saying if I do all the windows updates ...
A: You should go to the windows updates and perform all updates, not just the recommended ones as you ...
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| Missing Favorite Places | 9/8/2007 |
Q: My favorite places are missing. I can log on my wife's machine and all is well with my favorite ...
A: When you say your favorite places, I will assume you are referring to your favorites. Note that if ...
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| Music match Jukebox 10 | 9/6/2007 |
Q: Runtime Error. Program C:Program filesmusic matchMusic match Jukeboxmmjb.exe. Abnormal Program ...
A: First of all you must undertand that music match jukebox is a form of spyware and each and every ...
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| dvd rom not working | 9/5/2007 |
Q: dvd not detecting any disc
A: Other then the spyware/malware issues that may be causing problems which I would suggest you visit ...
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| outlook | 9/5/2007 |
Q: i have a network user that has full access to his home folder on the server and he is also a local ...
A: I would be checking the security settings within the outlook and see what the server settings are ...
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| XP Home security issue | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I appreciate your time here. I have a Tower PC and a laptop PC (both running XP Home), and an ...
A: There are times when you will find yourself going in circles and getting more and more frustrated. ...
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| USB Flash Drives | 9/2/2007 |
Q: How safe is it to use the USB Flash Drive for storing photographs
A: First of all let me say that as an existing client of mine, you would be better to email me directly ...
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| Taskbar disappears | 9/2/2007 |
Q: As soon as WinXP boots so task bar disappears, i havn't made it autohide.
A: Your system is most likely infected with numerous spyware/malware issues. I suggest you visit my ...
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| Blue Screen | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I have a Toshiba lap top running Windows XP Service Pack2 home edition. When I turn my computer on ...
A: It sounds to me like you may have some serious problems, such as a cpu failure and/or the cpu fan ...
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| Power Options | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I have recently re-installed XP Home. Previously I was able to set the Monitor to go off after ...
A: If you haven't changed anything in the system setup(bios) settings then you probably don't need to ...
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| Windows doesn't recognize any new hardware | 8/31/2007 |
Q: Hey there, I've got a similar problem to the one john had. I bought a new iPod but windows doesn't ...
A: It sounds as though you have done pretty much everything I would have suggested to try, including ...
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| Internet shortcut from desktop | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I add an Internet shortcut (to Yahoo for example http://www.yahoo.com ) to the desktop but when I ...
A: I would be deleting the shortcut and try performing to create a new one by visiting the website and ...
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| remove XP from my compjuter... | 8/30/2007 |
Q: .. i hope you all are fine. i just wanted to remove windows XP from my compjuter and to reinstall ...
A: If you have been having troubles and want to perform a full installation then you should be starting ...
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| about windows xp error | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I am using Windows XP SP2 OS. Due to virus 2 or more windows files were removed or currupted. Now ...
A: I would most likely be performing a windows repair installation which you can learn how to do by ...
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| Windows XP "Media Center" edition... | 8/29/2007 |
Q: Mike: I recently bought a Hewlett-Packard Pavilion a1330n Media Center computer at a thrift store ...
A: If you have a full version of windows xp pro then by all means, install it, noting that you must ...
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| can no longer log in | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I've an old laptop I used at work. Had it at home use only for a year. Yesterday, tried to set up ...
A: If the laptop was initially installed to log in to a domain, then by removing all the domains, it ...
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| my documents not acessable | 8/29/2007 |
Q: plz help me wid the following. THE PROBLEM: i just formated my c: drive and reinstalled windows ...
A: You do have a problem here... as you should have removed any password protection before reformatting ...
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| windows error | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I get the following message appear when I try to open various items such as add/remove programmes, ...
A: It appears you have a virus and/or spyware/malware issues that have caused this. Eventhough you have ...
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| Change Virtual Memory, OK? | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I have a new laptop (1 year old) and it works kind of slow when it comes to opening programs, etc. ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| temp2.exe | 8/27/2007 |
Q: when i open my its showing tht "temp2.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close." and after ...
A: this sounds like some spyware/malware issue that has either not completely been deleted or is half ...
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| XP Dual Boot Removal | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I have a computer with XP installed twice in the same hard drive, same partition. Everytime it boots ...
A: What you are going to want to do is first take note of which version you choose as the one to boot ...
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| Rundll problem | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I just installed Norton and on start up I get this msg Error loading C:\WINDOWS\system32\bnoispx.dll ...
A: Unfortunately the problem you have may be from many issues. Therefore since you were installing ...
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| CD/DVD drives | 8/26/2007 |
Q: Please can you tell me how to get the above drives working properly again. When I insert a dvd movie ...
A: I suggest installing the dvd program again. I personally use Cyberlink Power DVD which came with my ...
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| Windows XP does not detect my mp3 player (creative Zen) | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I am also pretty handy with computers and XP, but I'm not sure where to go now with this problem. My ...
A: I believe if you check the creative website knowledge base as I have found this: ...
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| ie error message | 8/23/2007 |
Q: Recently I began having problems with IE 6. Sometimes when I close out a window, I get the ...
A: First of all you say you are up to date with windows updates and service packs and yet your problem ...
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| enclosure, do not detec usb device | 8/23/2007 |
Q: Because my enclosure USB is not detected by my operating system, it is a question of connecting but ...
A: I'm sorry but I am not quite sure what the question is. I believe your usb device is not being ...
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| Windows XP | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I hook a scale display to a serial port on a PC running XP. It also has a USB mouse. When the PC is ...
A: Since the mouse is USB, I suggest unplugging it until the system is booted up, with the scanner ...
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| Windows folder listing sort | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I have exactly the same problem as you addressed here: ...
A: You have two options from what examples you just gave. The first would be to realize what it is you ...
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| Keyboard attachment detection | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I would like to know that how can we detect that a keyboard/mouse or any other hardware device is ...
A: If you are plugging in a keyboard and mouse to the ps/2 plug on the back of your computer, then when ...
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| Reformat WinXP | 8/22/2007 |
Q: My Toshiba notebook which is running on Windows XP came with a Recovery CD. What do I need to do if ...
A: That recovery cd is for the purpose of restoring your system back to the way it was when you first ...
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| reinstall windows | 8/21/2007 |
Q: Hey dude, uhm i got a dell computer with windows vista atm and i want to install xp on it i can ...
A: Umm dude, you bought a Dell, so why not try using their tech support!... that being said, since you ...
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| scheduled tasks | 8/21/2007 |
Q: when I go to accessories-system tools to set scheduled tasks, the scheduled tasks name does not ...
A: I suggest you first confirm that you have completed any and all available windows updates. This will ...
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| start up | 8/20/2007 |
Q: when i restart my computer it stop before it loads window it may take or 5 MI before it start can ...
A: I am not sure if you are saying it takes a long time to load or that it does not load at all. ...
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| USB Drivers | 8/20/2007 |
Q: my compaq laptop has four usb ports and none of them worked when i tried to connect my mass storage ...
A: You should be checking your device manager (right click on my computer then select properties, then ...
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| Internet connection | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I've been dealing with this problem for a while. First I got a large number of viruses mostly ...
A: There is no doubt too many issues for you to try and tackle on a dial up connection in the first ...
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| hi | 8/19/2007 |
Q: shot a small request please when you answer specify the software name that you feel most suitable or ...
A: Firstly I have never heard of nor used Genie Backup Manager. I suggest using Acronis True Image ...
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| WinXP Pro booting from slave unit instead of Master drive | 8/17/2007 |
Q: WinXP Pro boots up without any problems from a newly installed and partitioned C:\ drive. But when ...
A: You are going to have to first check the drive jumper settings (which I suggest should be set to ...
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| New hard drive installed for dell inspiron 8600 | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have two inspiron 8600's. One of the hard drives has died. I picked up a CMS Easy Bundle 120gb ...
A: As I am not quite sure how you did the data transfer, you probably are missing Master Boot Files. ...
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| Not Satisfied | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I was looking for a specific problem and I was led to your site. Howaever your site is large I ...
A: Part of fixing things quite often means 'reading' and so it is quite possible that in most cases you ...
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| windows folder options | 8/16/2007 |
Q: when i try to open any folder instead of opening the folder it goes in to search mode . i the folder ...
A: Sounds like your computer has been infected with a number of spyware/malware components. I suggest ...
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| Go From Single HD to RAID5 | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I have a Win2003 server with everything on one drive (C). It has a RAID5 controller card so I'd ...
A: This exact thing, on a server, no, but I have set up a raid. So long as you backup your settings as ...
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| path | 8/15/2007 |
Q: How are you? I would like to ask you how to include something in the path of my Win XP. I installed ...
A: sounds like this program is actually for an older version of windows since there would be no point ...
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| Go From Single HD to RAID5 | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I have a Win2003 server with everything on one drive (C). It has a RAID5 controller card so I'd ...
A: I believe the following links should be of some help for you: ...
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| compress | 8/14/2007 |
Q: whats your opinion on compression on c drive in win xp whether it be just for the drive or ...
A: Absolutely not.. stay away from compressing this sort of thing, other than the email database, you ...
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| game | 8/13/2007 |
Q: How can I get a windows 95 game to play on Windows XP?
A: In all likelyhood you may not be able to, however you may want to try the compatiblity settings of ...
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| Double systems installed | 8/12/2007 |
Q: I just had a problem with my Windows XPSP1 due a program failure. It wouldn't allow me to reboot the ...
A: To first remove the issues on boot up, you will want to edit the boot.ini file. to do this RIGHT ...
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| Temp2.exe Error | 8/10/2007 |
Q: Temp2.exe Pops up every time i bootup? and this is a new XP installation?
A: Sounds like your computer is infected with spwyare/malware issues. I suggest visiting my website at ...
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| services.exe every 60 seconds | 8/10/2007 |
Q: services.exe comes on every 60 seconds and runs my cpu at 100%. I think winlogon.exe process is ...
A: I'm not sure you even read my first response to your problem, since I mentioned how many of the ...
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| Hard drive | 8/10/2007 |
Q: How do I delete my hard drive? I have windows XP Proffesinal and it's my lap top.
A: Hold on a moment.. you must understand 'deleating' everything on your hard drive will mean ...
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| ActiveX | 8/9/2007 |
Q: It's been a while since I last emailed you. You have been a big help previously. Suddenly my ...
A: Well if you have asked me a question before then you know I will send you off to my website ...
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| boot seqence | 8/9/2007 |
Q: Using Windows XP Pro SP2 On boot up a screen that has a count down clock running and provides for ...
A: You are going to want to RIGHT click on MY COMPUTER and select PROPERTIES and then click on the ...
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| Games | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I have windows XP. Just recently I cant play any of my online games, such as aol or yahoo games. ...
A: If you check back on all of these messages, I believe you will find the first thing I suggestes was ...
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| Windows repair. | 8/8/2007 |
Q: Can I ask you again about re-installing etc. As I mentioned, I have been expecting to have to ...
A: Yes, the tip is there, in the TIPS labled VARIOUS win xp tweaks . Here is a direct link ...
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| Games | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I have windows XP. Just recently I cant play any of my online games, such as aol or yahoo games. ...
A: No, I don't believe you quite understand. The programs that I have on my SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page are ...
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| Games | 8/7/2007 |
Q: I have windows XP. Just recently I cant play any of my online games, such as aol or yahoo games. ...
A: I suggest you check to make sure you have the latest versions of everything, including java ...
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| Internet Security | 8/7/2007 |
Q: We have just discovered that our 2006 Norton is expired by several days. Is there a system that you ...
A: When you ask if I can provide, I can not tell by your name only if you are an existing client of ...
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| services.exe every 60 seconds | 8/6/2007 |
Q: services.exe comes on every 60 seconds and runs my cpu at 100%. I think winlogon.exe process is ...
A: The problem unfortunately is due to malware/spyware running on your system. As much as you may have ...
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| cdrom problems | 8/6/2007 |
Q: CDROM WILL NOT READ DISK it was workinig fine earlier, and it just quit.
A: I might suggest trying another disk, both a music and a data to see if the player is completely dead ...
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| Red X icon at the tray beside the clock | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I want to get rid of the red x icon besides the timer in the right hand lower tray and not just hide ...
A: Yes, you do need the help of some anti-spyware scans, quite possible a registry cleaning device, and ...
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| problem in right click menu | 8/5/2007 |
Q: I have windows xp installed. Due to generic.backdoor.u trojan the right click menu in my computer on ...
A: First of all you must remove registry mechanic as this is nothing more then spyware/malware. It will ...
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| Windows repair. | 8/4/2007 |
Q: Can I ask you again about re-installing etc. As I mentioned, I have been expecting to have to ...
A: Please visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and then visit the TIPS page where you should ...
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| all programs list incomplete | 8/4/2007 |
Q: Mike. Maybe you can help me with this issue. When I go to Start/All Programs the list I get is an ...
A: Other then the obvious cleaning and ongoing maintenance from the spyware/malware issues. you may ...
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| windows xp | 8/3/2007 |
Q: i can't install any updates. also when you shut the pc down and hit restart, it shuts down , saves ...
A: Sounds like a case of too many malicious issues on your system. I would be first visiting my website ...
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| XP problem | 8/3/2007 |
Q: When running Norton Windows Doctor it throws up an error message stating cannot access ...
A: Unfortunately over the years, Symantec products have become quite bloated with the services they ...
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| Disk Defragmenter | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I have Windows XP Pro - When I try to run Disk Defragmenter it states that it cannot start. Also ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Deleting Windows Partition | 7/31/2007 |
Q: My laptop crashed while using Windows Media Center and I installed WinXP sp2, since i did not have ...
A: There is a way... what you are going to need to do is RIGHT CLICK on mY COMPUTER and then select ...
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| Software Compatibility w/Win98/Xp/Vista | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I have software that is compatible w/Win 98 and I got it to install on XP and Vista too and it ...
A: Unfortunately you are witnessing what they mean by 'compatibility' and yes, although some programs ...
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| Sandboxie | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I have downloaded and am using something called Sandboxie.It is supposed to protect one from ...
A: Yes I am familiar with the program.. Although it does work, you must remember that anything you put ...
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| dual core support | 7/29/2007 |
Q: 9ghz oc 2.03ghz but at the moment it has windows 98 on it i plan to move to xp but no further is ...
A: Nope, not sure where you heard this but you can read for yourself, from a link back in 2005 from ...
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| Convert Dynamic Disk To Basic | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I use Windows XP SP1 on a stand alone PC. Previously i had converted my type BASIC hard disk to type ...
A: The first thing you are going to have to do, even though it sounds like you are actually going to be ...
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| laptop | 7/28/2007 |
Q: On my desktop computer when I go to a forum that I frequent the page comes up fine and fresh. My ...
A: My suggestions would be to STOP USING IE! Read my blog entry here: ...
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| WORD2000 on WinXP | 7/27/2007 |
Q: The PC is WinXP, with WORD 2000 installed. Many times when trying to open WORD, we get an error msg ...
A: Sounds to me like the shortcut/links to the word program have become corrupted. You should be able ...
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| Login Name | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I am a tech at a local school district. All of our computers are on a domain. There are times when ...
A: I believe what you are going to want to do is visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read ...
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| NTLDR is Missing | 7/26/2007 |
Q: Pentuim 3: 'NTLDR is missing press alt del ctrl' etc. Goes round in circles with this. Tried Windows ...
A: It appears that your operating system (windows xp or 2000 since it uses the ntfs nt filesystem) is ...
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| outlook express | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I have an email that is stuck in outlook express. I want to take out outlook express and then reload ...
A: Actually there are a few things you can do. First, simply check your OUTBOX and delete any and all ...
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| agents | 7/25/2007 |
Q: is there such a thing as an agent for production companies? someone who will pitch your TV show or ...
A: You have given me many great ideas... about this sort of thing, but as far as I know there isn't ...
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| Windows XP home | 7/25/2007 |
Q: My client recently switched from Nortel VPN with Citrix to Aventail Smart Tunnel with Citrix. Now ...
A: If you do not require a dial up connection and one has been in stalled (by some software such as ...
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| hard drive space | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I have only 3GB leftin (C) drive and 49GB in backup(G) how do I access this storage and use it in ...
A: You are going to want a program call partition magic (http://www.partitionmagic.com) as this will ...
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| SHortcuts& email links | 7/23/2007 |
Q: When clicking on website shortcuts on the desktop "nothing" happens and again a website address ...
A: I would first suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on ...
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| Off line browsing | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I am unable to view web pages in off line that i have viewed in online. I am using Firefox browser. ...
A: I would first make sure you have the latest version of the browser and then go to the their support ...
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| install | 7/23/2007 |
Q: For some reason, I need to delete the HD and need to reinstall the software. My PC is XP, HP media ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page. The tip you want ...
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| Windows backup | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I want to use Windows Backup, which does not come installed on my XP computer. I got out the Windows ...
A: I'll say this one more time... the windows backup sucks.. and it will not back up your registry for ...
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| Advanced Configuration and Power Interface | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I am trying to upgrade to vista on my new custom built computer. When i try to install it i get this ...
A: The settings you need to change are within the system setup which you get to by pressing the DEL key ...
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| XP print spooler problem | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I have a dos program that I need to run under XP. The program itself functions properly except when ...
A: This program was not written for XP therefore you have a very good chance the program will not ...
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| no driver detected for USB port | 7/20/2007 |
Q: My daughter bought a 1 GB/Go Digital audio player Go Gear MP3 and WMA with voice recording ...
A: If you have tried the USB ports on the back which would be the ones directly connected to the ...
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| Windows backup | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I want to use Windows Backup, which does not come installed on my XP computer. I got out the Windows ...
A: Trust me, you don't want it! Not only did Microsoft really lose a lot of trust with their backups ...
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| windowsxp professional log in problem | 7/20/2007 |
Q: my windows xp professional operating system logs itself immediately after after putting the log in ...
A: If you are already entering a password, then I am not quite sure what the problem is, since the ...
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| Cant login in windows XP | 7/19/2007 |
Q: Good evening. This is my problem. I downloaded an antivirus in the internet. After the download its ...
A: Try restarting it and just after you turn on the power, start pressing the F8 key until you get the ...
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| download ebooks | 7/19/2007 |
Q: plz send me links of free downloadable pdf ebooks of computers
A: I believe what you are looking for is called http://google.com! Yes, believe it or not, if you ...
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| Win32 Sality X Problem | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I formatted my computer a couple of weeks ago and ever since my Avast! has been picking up the Win32 ...
A: There are two scanning levels to Avast, one within windows which sounds like you have run. And if it ...
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| Installation of software | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I am going format my hard disk and I want to know if there is any way to re-install the software ...
A: I believe what you are really asking, is if there is a way to save everything and then perform a ...
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| start menu problem | 7/18/2007 |
Q: not all my programs are showing when i click start then click programs ANSWER: Hello, When you ...
A: Sounds to me like you may want to change the start menu options to 'scroll programs' or turn it off ...
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| XP user accounts | 7/17/2007 |
Q: Mike. I was working on my computer two days ago, logged off and shut down. Next day I booted but my ...
A: Unless you have other accounts, I can not see where it would just 'disappear' to as this sounds ...
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| start menu problem | 7/17/2007 |
Q: not all my programs are showing when i click start then click programs
A: When you click on the start menu, then on ALL PROGRAMS, if you do not see your programs in a group, ...
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| Building a new computer | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I came up on your website while looking for fixes to computer issues and you look like you have a ...
A: You are going to want to check a few things. First you should go in to the system set up and make ...
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| screen resoulition | 7/16/2007 |
Q: My computer has been fixed recently and the colour quantity is set at low (8bit)and will not let me ...
A: Yes, I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and go to the SOFTWARE/SUPPORT page. ...
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| Carbonite backup | 7/16/2007 |
Q: The Carbonite backup needs to be updated. When I click onto it it says I have to be the ...
A: What this means is you have to be logged in to an administrative level account so that the updates ...
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| How to get the computor to start-up faster | 7/15/2007 |
Q: I have defragmented,etc.,and even bought the Desktop Menchanic to try to get help to clean up the ...
A: First of all I suggest watching the programs you purchase as many will claim to work but end up ...
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| Reinstall windows XP cannot set up account | 7/15/2007 |
Q: upon starting my Dell Laptop, the windows XP would hang during the boot up process and continue ...
A: I suggest visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page. The tip you want ...
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| How to remove previous window XP? | 7/14/2007 |
Q: My i interupt U for min. I sent my computer to my local service shop to scan and clean up virus and ...
A: If your system is up and running right now, but you are simply wanting to remove the old o/s ...
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| PASSWORD | 7/14/2007 |
Q: HOW CAN I PUT AN INTERNET LOGIN PASSWORD FOR MULTIPLE USE
A: I am not quite sure I understand what you are asking here. If you are on a dial up connection for ...
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| Website that find pc problems? | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Is there a free website that will test your pc problems. That will find problems like what might be ...
A: The answer is quite simple.. yes.. and no. There are many that will offer you a free trial of a ...
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| hangs at start | 7/12/2007 |
Q: When I turn on my computer,When the windows load and I see my mouse pointer on the screen,my ...
A: sounds like your system needs some optimizing and cleanup.. if you can manage to get around on the ...
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| Avast | 7/12/2007 |
Q: My Avast renewal is right around the corner. Can I go ahead and renew it myself or is it one of ...
A: First of all I must explain that you have asked a question to allexperts.com where I volunteer my ...
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| widows x.p not shutting down | 7/12/2007 |
Q: my win xp is not shutting down every time i have to use power button... i tried reinstalled ...
A: I highly think you have an infected computer .. that is, with at least spyware/malware issues. I ...
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| 30" monitor 2560x1600 | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I have one 8800GTX will it be enough to run the 2560x1600 monitor or do i need SLI (another $500.00 ...
A: I happened to have an E-Geforce8800 GTS in my hand and on the box it reads Two Dual-link DVI Outputs ...
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| 2 os xp pro and vista prem. | 7/11/2007 |
Q: i have a new build and 6 160gb hard drives.I want to have each OS on 3 schedule in raid 5.(all are ...
A: I am not quite sure what it is you are attempting to do here. As I understand it you have the need ...
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| system32 file miss | 7/11/2007 |
Q: can you tell me about system32 file. How can up lode again bcz system32 file give the error ( ...
A: If you are at least within your operating system and everything is working other then this error ...
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| accidentally removed accessories driver | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I accidentally removed the accessories driver (?) in a clean-up, and I dont have the CD anymore to ...
A: You are going to need the windows cd in order to reinstall, as I would suggest, performing a windows ...
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| Windows XP Fatal System Error | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I have received an error on boot up. Blue Screen that says: STOP: c000021a (Fatal System Error). ...
A: I suggest trying the use of the windows system restore feature. Thing is, it is probably going to ...
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| Copy file list? | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I frequently work with large groups of image files, and it would be very helpful if I could ...
A: I believe if you click on MY COMPUTER and then go to the folder that holds the files you are ...
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| Windows XP Home - Repair option not available | 7/9/2007 |
Q: Although I have found similar scenarios mentioned all over the internet, none matches my situation - ...
A: Ummmmm you sort of lost me after the 8 partitions with several xp installations.... Unless you are ...
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| Windows reboots | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I have a proble where my PC boots and and starts to load the Windows O/S (XP Home) but it stays on ...
A: If you are installing for the first time then I would suggest to check your memory. If you have more ...
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| bypass password | 7/7/2007 |
Q: when i turn on my laptop it tells me to press ctrl, alt, del. then it asks for user name and ...
A: There are a few things you are going to need to do. First will be to go to the control panel (start ...
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| usb not reconginized by windows....helllp | 7/7/2007 |
Q: my windows is not recongnizing by ipod usb....its telling me usb device not reconginized..plzzz ...
A: If you have reformatted that many times, then my guess is that your motherboard and other drivers ...
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| new hard drive getting E not C when installing XP home | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I have a compaq presario laptop. 2.8 gig proc.1 Gb ram. The oe 40 gb hard drive started whining ...
A: There is nothing wrong with leaving it as it is, since this is the new environment it set itself up ...
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| Remove Previous Owner Name From WinXP | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a used Win XP computer, and I would like to remove all traces of the previous ...
A: Please visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Power Options will not go into stndby or hibernate | 7/6/2007 |
Q: My power options on my Dell D-3000, running Windows XP will not go into standby or hibernate. I ...
A: In most cases this is due to spyware/malware issues running in the background which cause your ...
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| run option or command missing due to infected system | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I'd run my yahoo msgr, joined chat sites United States Miami at Regional. Afterwards, pop-up message ...
A: It helps to have the right tools for the right job and that begins with the correct antivirus and ...
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| Monitor management | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I have tried several times in "Power Options" to set the monitor to shut down after 10, 15 Mins etc. ...
A: Quite often this is the result of other programs running int the background causing your system to ...
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| user a/c administrative a/c deleted wrongly | 7/5/2007 |
Q: sir i have microsoft xp programme.i have deleted administrative a/c from my computer and now only ...
A: Go to my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on VARIOUS WINDOWS XP TWEAKS. ...
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| computer performance in general | 7/5/2007 |
Q: Dacre, I was just wondering, is there a way that can i tell which processes i can end on the ...
A: I believe most of this can be answered by visiting my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and ...
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| usb not reconginized by windows....helllp | 7/4/2007 |
Q: my windows is not recongnizing by ipod usb....its telling me usb device not reconginized..plzzz ...
A: When the device is plugged in, go to the device manager. RIGHT CLICK on MY COMPUTER and select ...
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| Opening Word 2002 documents | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I am having trouble opening Word 2002 files, either in a folder or on the desktop. In the past, all ...
A: I know you may have already heard it all before and you have done the spyware scans, etc, etc, but ...
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| unhiding the files or folders. | 7/3/2007 |
Q: sir i had hidden a folder but i am not able to unhide it even after following through steps of ...
A: A little unusual since spyware infected system will typically unhide folders that you don't want ...
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| AVI player | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for a movie player that offers the "slow motion" feature. It would be useful for ...
A: What you are using, media player, so long as it is the latest version, should give you frame by ...
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| What format will play on all cd players? | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I wanted to know what format i can convert my audio files to so i can burn them and play them on my ...
A: The format that will play on all cd players is CDA (cd audio) therefore your best method is to use a ...
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| windows 98 and xp | 7/1/2007 |
Q: My brothers computer had Windows 98 on it and I installed Windows XP Pro thinking that it would ...
A: It is always best to be starting with a fresh format however that means making sure you have ...
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| how to recitfy my system problem | 6/30/2007 |
Q: whenever i switch on my pc after winxp is loaded iam getting temp2.exe error how should i rectify ...
A: sounds like you have some spyware/malware issues that have either partially installed or are ...
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| windows xp pro | 6/30/2007 |
Q: <windows root> systems32/hal.ddl
A: I believe you are going to want to visit the following support sites from microsoft support as your ...
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| installing hardware problem with files | 6/30/2007 |
Q: When I try to install new usb devices and the New Hadware wizard gets to the point where a file ...
A: Other then trying to install it to a different usb connection, check the device manager when you are ...
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| System inoperable | 6/29/2007 |
Q: On starting the computer I am unable to operate any program until I open task manager and use end ...
A: Most likely spyware/malware related (and/or virus), I suggest visiting my website at ...
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| locked out xp pro | 6/29/2007 |
Q: my user name has been wiped off the windows log on screen so when you try to log on there is ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page. The VARIOUS ...
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| task bar | 6/28/2007 |
Q: my task bar doesn't work any more, an error sound occurs. i'm having to use alt + tab to navigate ...
A: Besides visiting my website and reading the OPTIMIZING tip found through http://tpsconsulting.com ...
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| sound | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I keep getting a beep noise but no sound. I have tried on numerous occasions to fix the sound driver ...
A: Quite simply, you are going to need to visit the dell website and get all the latest drivers for ...
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| Can retrieved .exe files be actioned? | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I have a load of .exe files in a directory which I erased by mistake. I've managed to retrieve ...
A: What I would suggest is to perform a windows REPAIR installation in which you can learn how by ...
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| Windows XP | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I have a Dell 8250 w/ windows XP. 2 days ago a problem started. When I restarted my computer, upon ...
A: There are a number of things that I might suggest, starting with the removal of some of your ...
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| XP in another language | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I loaned a laptop (compaq Presario 9000) to my brother when he traveled to study abroad. He ...
A: The first thing you should do is backup any of your data since you will be wanting to use the system ...
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| windows checking file | 6/23/2007 |
Q: my problem is checking of of the files system in every start up of windows
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Installation | 6/22/2007 |
Q: I started formating my computer with Windows XP but in midway, it stopped and the computer shut ...
A: I can tell you that I am good, but sorry, I'm not that good! To know what your problem is would be ...
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| Linux to Windows XP Pro | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I just bought a new pc which has linux installed by default. I'd like to install Windows XP Pro on ...
A: If you just purchased this computer and have none of your own personal data on it then you should be ...
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| invalid menu handle | 6/20/2007 |
Q: When I open a pps email attachment I get"invalid menu handle". What can I do to correct my fault? I ...
A: It sounds to my like your computer is probably not up to date with all the available windows ...
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| MIME Files | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I have a Gateway 500S computer with a Windows XP Professional Operating System, and Microsoft Office ...
A: Yes, please just read my OPTIMIZING TIP as I do explain all of this in great detail, regarding the ...
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| MIME Files | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I have a Gateway 500S computer with a Windows XP Professional Operating System, and Microsoft Office ...
A: It always amazes me how people will 'hear about this or that' and some horror stories they have also ...
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| SpyCrusher adware | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have a spycrusher ad ware that flashes a red shield in the tray near the clock. When I first open ...
A: Your problems are many.. much related to the simple fact that you are using the INTERNET EXPLORER in ...
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| MIME Files | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have a Gateway 500S computer with a Windows XP Professional Operating System, and Microsoft Office ...
A: Winzip is a good program to use and as you install it, it will become the 'default' program to open ...
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| Potential problems with a router | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I've been using LimeWire for some time, with varying degrees of success but recently it's been a ...
A: You definitely tweaked a nerve when I start to read your problem and you mention that you have been ...
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| formatting XP | 6/17/2007 |
Q: i want to ask you whether formatting Windows causes any harm to hard disk? Also i want to ask that ...
A: Formatting your hard drive is like taking a chalk brush to a chalk board and removing all the ...
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| SIMPLE QUESTION | 6/16/2007 |
Q: i want to change my " turn off computer windows" to "shut down windows" but i don't know how may ...
A: I have enclosed the actual link to these tips. http://tpsconsulting.com/tipoptimize.htm the ...
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| viewsonic monitor | 6/16/2007 |
Q: i have just bought a viewsonic monitor and the screen resolution isn't set right. i cant see the ...
A: Although your viewsonic monitor probably came with a cd, it should not be necessary to use this as ...
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| wireless laptop connection | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I have a problem with my wireless laptop connection. It will recognize my wireless network, but I ...
A: Uninstalling your antivirus is a drastic measure and one that should have nothing to do with your ...
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| temp2.exe error | 6/15/2007 |
Q: I am getting temp2.exe file missing error after the xp is fully loaded. how can i repair this
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| PC running slow | 6/15/2007 |
Q: Well there has been a strange problem ,lately my pc has started running very very slowly ,i am not ...
A: As it appears there are so many issues that need cleaning, I suggest you first visit my website at ...
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| SIMPLE QUESTION | 6/15/2007 |
Q: i want to change my " turn off computer windows" to "shut down windows" but i don't know how may ...
A: What you are going to want to do is visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS ...
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| control. | 6/14/2007 |
Q: how can i get to the control panel froM the task manager? thanks ANSWER: Hello, quite simply... ...
A: Ok so now that I know what is going on. I suggest you still visit my website at ...
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| control. | 6/14/2007 |
Q: how can i get to the control panel froM the task manager? thanks
A: I thought I already answered this but apparently not. You can't get there from the task manager, ...
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| formating hard drive | 6/13/2007 |
Q: i need to format my hard drive on my dell inspiron 9300 i have 8 disk's that dell have sent me but ...
A: Best if you put your windows xp disk in and use that to format the drive. Since this is the common ...
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| control. | 6/13/2007 |
Q: how can i get to the control panel froM the task manager? thanks
A: quite simply... you can't! At least not through any window that I know of, unless you want to ...
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| Delete partition | 6/13/2007 |
Q: My brother and I used to share a computer on his way, in a weird way I should say. He had 2 copies ...
A: To do what you want, the safest and most sure way of getting the job done right is to use the right ...
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| XP installartion | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I've got some computer problems, then I decide to do a PARALLEL INSTALLATION. I did create a new ...
A: As I mentioned previously, it will be found from the computer system drive in the DOCUMENTS AND ...
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| temp2.exe | 6/12/2007 |
Q: i receive temp2.exe message while turning on my pc. i dont know why. by the way i haven't connected ...
A: This sounds like some sort of unneeded file and since it is an exe file that means something is ...
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| Devices problem | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I reinstall XP and now I have trouble with some of my devices. Here is what I have on my Device ...
A: If you have downloaded the correct drivers, then you should be removing these yellow exclamations by ...
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| Setup.exe Fails | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I have a problem now installing programs using 'setup.exe', including Norton 360 and Comodo ...
A: My guess is that you still have both zone alarm and norton products on your system. Unless you used ...
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| XP reinstall | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I had to reinstall XP after my computer went into circular shut down, restart situation. Now, it ...
A: Here are some links to the microsoft support site which may help. Depending on where you are being ...
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| XP installartion | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I've got some computer problems, then I decide to do a PARALLEL INSTALLATION. I did create a new ...
A: That is certainly not the normal way to perform a windows repair, as you can now see, you have two ...
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| shuting down XP | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I have starting having problems shutting down my computer, running XP. The first click,(from the ...
A: I might suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| backup files | 6/10/2007 |
Q: Mike Thanks for your help,I was able to find where most of the files where. Problem is there are so ...
A: It sounds like this backup was done using some sort of 'zip' program whereas the files are ...
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| new hard drive | 6/9/2007 |
Q: My computer was malfunctioning so I took it to the shop.They put a new harddrive in it. A lot of the ...
A: I suggest you contact your tech on this as it sounds like they may have created a backup using some ...
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| XP Display Issue. | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I have installed a copy of XP Pro Corp SP2 and have started installing software. I notice that the ...
A: I suggest if you have just installed, to make sure you have completed all available updates, then ...
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| Recovering my backup files | 6/9/2007 |
Q: Hows its going? i just reboted my computer and i didn't clear the harddrive because i need my ...
A: If you did a simple reinstallation and not a windows 'repair' installation then odds are you now ...
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| Secondary Hard Drive | 6/8/2007 |
Q: I had a problem after re-installing WIN XP. I have a second Hard Drive just for data storage, which ...
A: If your system came like that, and/or if it was upgraded afterwards, typically the second drive will ...
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| Unable to conncet to internet after replacing motherboard and reinstalling windows XP | 6/8/2007 |
Q: Recently my motherboard went bad and I replaced it with m963gv by pc chips and reinstalled windows ...
A: 9 times out of 10 this is because your motherboard requires the latest bios flash update since the ...
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| I want to know | 6/8/2007 |
Q: What are problems of window XP ? How are they repaired or maintained
A: You are asking a question that if there was one answer, then there simply wouldn't be anything wrong ...
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| Secondary Hard Drive | 6/7/2007 |
Q: I had a problem after re-installing WIN XP. I have a second Hard Drive just for data storage, which ...
A: There are a number of things you would need to check. First I would be setting the hard drive ...
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| Reinstalation | 6/7/2007 |
Q: I cannot get my computer to function properly. I got some stubborn spywares. I already use SPYBOT, ...
A: If you haven't already read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your computer. I suggest you do that first. ...
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| ThinkPad T30 and wireless card | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I have a Thinkpad T30 2366-85U, and I am not sure what wireless card I have in there. I installed ...
A: If you have physically opened the laptop then try unplugging the device, leaving it unplugged and ...
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| Running old games software | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I was looking for guidance if you don't mind. I've a collection of old pc games from 10 years ago, ...
A: It sounds to me like you have done everything you can and have now come across a program or programs ...
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| Font Rename | 6/4/2007 |
Q: How are you? Can you help me how to rename a font in Winxp? Best Regards
A: You are going to want to be careful about renaming windows fonts as they are typically system fonts ...
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| ThinkPad T30 and wireless card | 6/3/2007 |
Q: I have a Thinkpad T30 2366-85U, and I am not sure what wireless card I have in there. I installed ...
A: You are going to want to go back to the ibm support/drivers page and download/install all the ...
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| Windows XP | 6/3/2007 |
Q: I'm currenty running duo OS's on 2 drives. XP Pro x64 on one and XP Pro on the other. Default start ...
A: Unless you remove the Xp Pro 64 bit version there is no way of doing this successfully without ...
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| Local Drives | 6/2/2007 |
Q: Whenever i right-click on my local drives,im getting the two options open and explore in other ...
A: I suggest checking your control panel first (start menu/control panel) then click on REGIONAL AND ...
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| XP reinstall | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I had to reinstall XP after my computer went into circular shut down, restart situation. Now, it ...
A: It sounds like the installation is not complete and/or not done right. By this I mean I am not quite ...
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| winxp startup issue | 6/2/2007 |
Q: Mike, one day recently I turned my comp on, and as you know, sometimes windows goes through a ...
A: It sounds to me like your system has been infected with a virus, and/or some major nasty spyware ...
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| qbasic problem in xp/o.k. in win98se | 6/1/2007 |
Q: i have qbasic pgms which run o.k. in win98 but not in xp pro.i constantly receive a error code of 76 ...
A: I don't think I can help you much with that, since qbasic is not a program that will work within ...
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| Two different versions of XP on two different hard drives on same machine | 6/1/2007 |
Q: Paul from Oakland here, OK, this should be my final question on this subject. On keeping XP Media ...
A: You would require software like partition magic for starters, then some other boot menu software, ...
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| Starting up on removable drive w/different OS | 5/31/2007 |
Q: Paul from Oakland again. This is really a follow-up question. Would it be possible to boot up to a ...
A: No, you can not install an o/s to an portable drive and boot this way. If you are connected using ...
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| home page | 5/31/2007 |
Q: this is very strange. i got on girlfriends computer today; she has xp home editon. it dialed out ...
A: A home page is simply the first page that opens when you start your web browser and this can simply ...
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| RecordNow / installation | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have a hp pavilion a.m. computer with os windows xp. I downloaded an upgrade to program ...
A: When you download the program, you should be saving it to a file somewhere first. I use an "internet ...
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| How to uninstall | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have an AMD 3200+ processor,1gb RAM,160gb hard-disk, ASUS motherboard system. I have reinstalled ...
A: Since you are probably going to want to continue to use these programs, what I would be doing is ...
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| CPU fan failed prompt | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have an HP Pavilion 754n, w/XP. I get a prompt "CPU Fan Failed' Press F2 to start or it will shut ...
A: this is a problem that you should get fixed immediately and DO NOT continue to attempt to turn on ...
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| unable to uninstall YM 8.0 | 5/29/2007 |
Q: When I try to uninstall Yahoo Messenger 8.0 from Add/Remove Programs window, the computer gives me a ...
A: You are not going to want to install any older version of this sort of thing since this is internet ...
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| stop screen | 5/28/2007 |
Q: When l was installing my pc's devices my pc closed then it is opening then it shows to me windows ...
A: first of all, never believe just because your computer is 'very new' that it can't have a virus, but ...
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| XP Home/MCE Multiboot Setup | 5/28/2007 |
Q: I would have responded more quickly but, although your advice worked, I lost the ability to connect ...
A: No, you can not install the same o/s (even though it is different, it is still considered windows ...
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| Program Uninstall | 5/28/2007 |
Q: I accidentally clicked a link, which downloaded a piece of security software that is constantly ...
A: I get this question a lot and as a result, have set up many TIPS and SOFTWARE/SUPPORT pages to help ...
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| USB Drives | 5/27/2007 |
Q: I have PIV, Mercury 865 motherboard, XP pro, 4 USB ports (2 front + 2 rear). My problem is, my 1GB ...
A: In most cases this is due to the amount of voltage that the usb plug is giving and in this case, on ...
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| chkdsk and disk defragmenter troubleshoot | 5/27/2007 |
Q: i have windows xp proffesional edition.my system drive c is in ntfs formatand other drives in fat ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Run Command disappeared + RegEdit not opening | 5/26/2007 |
Q: I'm not able to find Run Command in Start Menu and cannot open RegEdit. Pls help me out.
A: This is a common problem when your system gets infected with certain spyware/malware and/or virus ...
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| Hibernate | 5/26/2007 |
Q: I am always put my laptop in hibernate mode instead of shut down in order to quickly start the ...
A: No, absolutely not. In fact I too use this method. What I would suggest however, is that you do ...
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| DVD Decoder | 5/26/2007 |
Q: When I tried to put a DVD movie in the computer DVD player, I got a message I need a DVD Decoder. Do ...
A: If you are trying to play a store bought dvd on your computer, then your computer should have the ...
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| XP & Screensavers | 5/25/2007 |
Q: I use a laptop with XP version 5.1 build 2600.xpsp service pack 2. I have used windows 3. 95 98 ...
A: most of these problems are due to spyware/malware issues on your system therefore I suggest you ...
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| bad PBR | 5/25/2007 |
Q: Please how do i fix this problem on my Dell computer. It has windows xp installed.
A: It appears that this is a disk error, due to a partitioning problem and/or hard drive. You can read ...
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| computer wont start | 5/24/2007 |
Q: cant get my computer too start up,all that comes up is if i press the del key then the bios setup ...
A: You probably have a problem with your hard drive. Either it is completely dead, or dying. If you ...
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| Copying to CD | 5/24/2007 |
Q: for some reason I cannot seem to copy my photos onto CD, everytime I do this it says CANNOT COPY, ...
A: There are really many issues that are possible problems. First you should make sure your computer ...
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| computer standby starts in 1 minute | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I have windows xp home The computer goes to standby in about 1 minute if the mouse isn't moved ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| OP Help | 5/23/2007 |
Q: Somehow , I have two OPs on my H P laptop. Windows XP Pro and Xp home . Eveytime I start it asks ...
A: The following link to the microsoft support page should help you with your problem. What I suggest ...
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| registry_error during install | 5/23/2007 |
Q: I bought a new 160gb hd, and attempting to install WinXP Home on an older (2002) 1ghz machine, 384mb ...
A: Depending on your motherboard, it will typically have an AGP slot (brown slot) or if it is newer, it ...
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| registry_error during install | 5/23/2007 |
Q: I bought a new 160gb hd, and attempting to install WinXP Home on an older (2002) 1ghz machine, 384mb ...
A: Odds are it is now getting stuck at the display driver.. if the display card is an external one, ...
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| removing password | 5/22/2007 |
Q: My question is that can we remove password from the computer if for example you forget it. keep in ...
A: I am not sure if you are having troubles logging in to an account because you have lost or have a ...
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| device drivers | 5/22/2007 |
Q: The audio for my laptop isn't working,the volume control is grayed out so i cannot adjust the ...
A: I suggest visiting the website of the laptop manufacturer, (ie: hp.com or ...) go to the ...
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| cant setup dial up connection | 5/22/2007 |
Q: iv got an older computer with win 98 on it and a dial up connection, runs slow as but thats not the ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| registry_error during install | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I bought a new 160gb hd, and attempting to install WinXP Home on an older (2002) 1ghz machine, 384mb ...
A: I would be checking the memory first, but also check the hard drive cable, as well, set the jumper ...
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| External Hard Drive & XP | 5/21/2007 |
Q: ..I just bought a 500gb USB and powered external hard drive (new, as a Seagate but is in a Gemini ...
A: I think I would be more inclined to return it to the store where you got it since you shouldn't ...
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| My Compaq Pc Xp pro will not boot up | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I was trying to remove a Trojan with Trojan Remover and then turned off Pc. It will not boot up now. ...
A: Other then attempt to use the 'last known good configuration' since you say safe mode doesn't work, ...
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| help me | 5/20/2007 |
Q: i have problem with internet.i can connect to internet for first time.if i disconnect internet and i ...
A: This is a pretty broad problem since I am not sure how it is you are attempting to connect... ...
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| On clean install of Windows XP Home Ed., blue screen of death appears | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a CD of Windows XP Home Edition from EBay. It looks very official. Currently, ...
A: First of all you must understand that if your system came with the windows Media center edition, ...
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| audio configuration | 5/18/2007 |
Q: all of a sudden windows won't let me open iTunes and comes up with a window stating "iTunes cannot ...
A: First of all I would be going to the control panel and add/remove programs, and remove the itunes ...
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| non-original XP reinstalled | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I installed Win XP from a CD that did not come with the laptop, because the original XP somehow got ...
A: If the existing data on the computer is important then you are going to want to attempt a windows ...
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| os | 5/17/2007 |
Q: ok, i have two os in my computer, windows home, and windows pro, xp. i cant seem to remove the ...
A: The best way is to start from the beginning. If you are dealing with an 'upgrade' disk, then ...
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| Printer"s problem | 5/17/2007 |
Q: Recently I have change IE7 (was corrupted)to IE6.Since then the printer,that worked perfect ...
A: When you first started to have the problem when installing IE7, you should realize that there should ...
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| pc wont start up | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I have a HP Pavillion 1.2ghtz celeron cpu, upon bootup the system continually goes into the safe ...
A: Most of the time it is due to the display driver but can also be from the network card and/or RAID ...
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| dvd decoder | 5/16/2007 |
Q: i have bought a new lg laptop with dvd cd combo but now my laptop not playing dvd saying compatible ...
A: I suggest trying the windows system restore feature and going back to a time when you know it was ...
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| can't get to welcome screen on start up | 5/15/2007 |
Q: Windows XP at first seems to boot up as normal then before blue Welcome Screen appears I am now ...
A: If you are not sure of the password, nor did you remember making one, you may have some spyware ...
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| Syncronize, off line files | 5/15/2007 |
Q: Q. When i try to do make files on server available off line, after completing the process , error ...
A: Unfortunately the 'make available offline' function is something that a lot of spyware will ...
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| programme requesting cd | 5/14/2007 |
Q: than for your support on my photoshop programme. I finally got it working. My question now is that, ...
A: Unfortunately some programs will not allow you to install completely to the hard drive as they ...
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| xp lockout | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I have stupidly set the keyboard to automatically lock after 5 minutes and then have to enter ...
A: Sounds like you have your screen saver set for 5 minutes and there is a setting found there that ...
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| right click | 5/14/2007 |
Q: Every time I right click on any folder, pic, etc. a window pops up and tells me "The instruction ...
A: This sort of thing is very common when some unknown program, typically spyware or malware, has ...
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| IE7 installation error and blank desktop | 5/13/2007 |
Q: Well i installed IE7 on my pc,and restarted it,after restarting my desktop got blank with no icons ...
A: First of all your system needs to be free and clear of spyware/malware issues, which is quite ...
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| need some help:) | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I use windows XP Proffesional and i have two icons on my computer in front of C and D that indicates ...
A: From My Computer, you will be seeing all the drives and removable devices on your system. It is ...
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| Desktop text colour | 5/11/2007 |
Q: on my xp computer i have to run a programme called D-Color to change the text colour on my desktop ...
A: You shouldn't have to be running any third party program to change text on your system and that is ...
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| DMI | 5/11/2007 |
Q: when i istart PC the screen shows DMI event log space full,press F1 to continue. what's that plz ...
A: If this is happening BEFORE windows loads, then you should be checking your system setup/bios ...
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| Re: programme not working | 5/10/2007 |
Q: i have uninstall the photoshop in safe mode, defragment and disable the vedio card before install ...
A: If you have disabled the video card, then that is why you are getting this message. If the card is ...
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| Windows update | 5/9/2007 |
Q: When i try to run windows update i get to a screen where windows update looks to see if i got the ...
A: Please go back to my website and install hijack this, regcleaner and avg antispyware as well as all ...
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| upgrade ex WinME to XP Pro | 5/9/2007 |
Q: Have an HP Pavilion 9800 which originally had Windows ME O/S. Upgraded to XP O/S Professional but ...
A: As I stated previously, if you install the everest diagnostic program, this will not only show you ...
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| upgrade ex WinME to XP Pro | 5/9/2007 |
Q: Have an HP Pavilion 9800 which originally had Windows ME O/S. Upgraded to XP O/S Professional but ...
A: No, this is quite normal, however since you have found the system setup/bios settings, you may want ...
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| programme not working | 5/8/2007 |
Q: i am using window xp sp2. mistakingly my brother uninstall a program called ''photo shop'' in my ...
A: I am quite familiar with this problem as I recently had to install photoshop on a client computer. ...
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| User Accounts | 5/8/2007 |
Q: How can i delete a user account in windows XP Sp2 which is also a computer administrator account?
A: You first need to be an adminstrator yourself, then simply go to the user accounts from the control ...
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| how to restore windows xp | 5/6/2007 |
Q: i have downloaded windows vista, its asking for a product key to reuse it but i cant get it working ...
A: I have enclosed a few links from the microsoft support page which hopefully will help fix your ...
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| formating xp home oem on an acer | 5/6/2007 |
Q: im currently running xp home on my acer aspire. it comes with xp home already installed. i want ...
A: I believe if you were to check the cd's that your acer computer came with, you will find a system ...
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| power point | 5/5/2007 |
Q: How can I save/copy only the music that came with a PP slide show I received please make it a step ...
A: If you do have microsoft power point viewer then you should be able to save the file and then 'edit' ...
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| update | 5/5/2007 |
Q: Windows always wants to update office. when I let it do it nothing happens. Probably because I do ...
A: Although you may not have microsoft office installed, there are probably microsoft office items that ...
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| Windows XP - Control Panel - Accessibility (wheelchair logo) | 5/4/2007 |
Q: Windows XP-Control Panel-Accessibility Question Since my eyes are not too good, I thought I would ...
A: Actually you should first go back to where you made these changes, which is in the accessibility ...
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| FTP is secure | 5/4/2007 |
Q: FTP thing for sharing of files. It seems to me that FTP is very secure, especially if you are ...
A: Yes, I believe you have figured it out. Now you may understand why the web browser and all the ...
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| Black Desktop | 5/3/2007 |
Q: Mike, I recently changed my display properties to the Windows Classic theme. Normally, the ...
A: There is one other thing I can suggest to check on and that is by RIGHT clicking on your desktop and ...
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| My daughter spends too much time on the internet. | 5/3/2007 |
Q: My daughter spends too much on the internet and I would like to block her access from certain ...
A: Not sure if you are the parent of the person that has already asked me how to get around certain ...
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| Other ways to block internet access? | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I heard that there are other ways to block certain websites besides under Internet Options. Do you ...
A: Not wanting to get in to the middle of a family feud, I suggest you communicate with your father ...
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| Other ways to block internet access? | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I heard that there are other ways to block certain websites besides under Internet Options. Do you ...
A: Yes, and the answer is to STOP USING INTERNET EXPLORER... actually the best thing you could do is ...
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| Black Desktop | 5/2/2007 |
Q: Mike, I recently changed my display properties to the Windows Classic theme. Normally, the ...
A: First let me warn you that when you are searching for sollutions to problems on the internet, and do ...
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| Win XP | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I am running Win XP and Microsoft Office 2003. An automatic update appears for Office XP Service ...
A: Actually I wouldn't be wanting that back on as it is a real memory hog, but if you do want to use ...
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| Win XP | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I am running Win XP and Microsoft Office 2003. An automatic update appears for Office XP Service ...
A: Since you will probably never use front page, why not remove it. Go to the control panel and ...
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| Win XP | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I am running Win XP and Microsoft Office 2003. An automatic update appears for Office XP Service ...
A: It is most likely that you do have some components of office xp, such as front page for example and ...
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| my computer sound does not work | 4/29/2007 |
Q: i had a usb headphone that sudden stop working and now when i try regular headphones that does not ...
A: I suggest you check your device mananger for any devices that have a conflict, remove all of these, ...
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| Pop ups | 4/28/2007 |
Q: No doubt through my accessing some dubious sites I now have a problem with Pop-ups interfering with ...
A: No doubt if you have asked me a question before, then I have probably pointed you to my website at ...
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| Network connection | 4/28/2007 |
Q: I have two desktops connected into a home network. Both run XP Pro with the latest updates, setup as ...
A: First I would be making sure the folder you are attempting to connect to is no longer then 8 ...
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| Windows update | 4/27/2007 |
Q: When i try to run windows update i get to a screen where windows update looks to see if i got the ...
A: It sounds to me like you may have some spyware/malware issues that should be first addressed before ...
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| Recovering Browsing History? | 4/27/2007 |
Q: Dacre Is there any way I can restore my accidently deleted browsing history (preferably my list of ...
A: If you have deleted them and emptied your recycle bin, then say bye-bye! Unfortunately your ...
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| missing MAPI | 4/27/2007 |
Q: I can not send automatic mails form my camera or my invoice programs. I get a message that MAPI from ...
A: when you say you are using Outlook, do you mean Outlook express or Microsoft Outlook that comes with ...
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| Move Harf Drive | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I took the system hard drive out of an HP Pavilion 510c with a Celeron 1.3 processor and tried to ...
A: Not knowing if you simply placed this old drive as your one and only drive in the new computer, then ...
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| damaged XP | 4/24/2007 |
Q: My XP Home install says damaged. Is there a way to reinstall Windows 98? I have only CDR in the ...
A: I guess if the help I have given already didn't help, and this data you are trying to recover is ...
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| display properties help | 4/24/2007 |
Q: well first I'm not sure how I could tell you all the information about my computer, which may or may ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| CPU running at over 50% when idle no program is running. | 4/24/2007 |
Q: Below is Hijackthis report. 2.4Ghz Sysmtem 512MB Ram/ Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.0 ...
A: I did not say that AVG was your problem, only that it was adding to your existing problem since your ...
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| damaged XP | 4/23/2007 |
Q: My XP Home install says damaged. Is there a way to reinstall Windows 98? I have only CDR in the ...
A: To be brief.. "no" You would need to reformat your hard drive for starters since windows 98 does ...
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| CPU running at over 50% when idle no program is running. | 4/23/2007 |
Q: Below is Hijackthis report. 2.4Ghz Sysmtem 512MB Ram/ Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.0 ...
A: As it appears that you have numerous (far more then I care to write about) spyware/malware and quite ...
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| Camera Problems | 4/22/2007 |
Q: I'm having problems with my camera and dont know whats up. Hope you can help. I have a webcam ...
A: I can't help you much, not knowing what type of camera, or what o/s you are using. I suggest first ...
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| Start Menu MRU Applications List | 4/22/2007 |
Q: The workstation on which I am writing this has lost its capability to display the Most Frequently ...
A: Since you have admited that you are a tweaker, and there is certainly nothing wrong with that! In ...
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| autorun feature | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I use Windows XP operating system. Whenever I put a dvd (movie) into my E drive, a screen ...
A: When that pop up window opens, it should also be giving you a list of other options, but if you ...
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| Opening of drives | 4/21/2007 |
Q: My system was virus infected, so I used Avast & Avg to clean it up now the probs I am facing is that ...
A: As much as we all wish that a simple installation of a program such as an 'antivirus' program will ...
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| Hello again. | 4/20/2007 |
Q: It did work by the way. But now I got another problem, my apologies to keep bugging you all of a ...
A: The answer is within this link in which you can run as it is a microsoft power point presentation ...
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| XP problem | 4/19/2007 |
Q: I recently acquired a laptop with XP Pro installed that had been used at a business facility. While ...
A: As there may be many reasons for this. Anywhere from a virus/spwyare making an attempt to steal ...
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| Cannot print from a network printer | 4/19/2007 |
Q: I have 3 computers at home. 2 are on wireless network, while 1 is on a network cable, connected to a ...
A: I suggest turning off the firewall on the computer that is sharing the computer (just to see if that ...
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| I.E. 7 on Windows Home edition - the check speller cut a part of question | 4/18/2007 |
Q: Do I need to update from I.E.6 to I.E.7 ? I have Avant browser on I.E.6 and Mozilla Firefox too – ...
A: You are barking up the wrong tree I am afraid, I am only the person that answers your questions, ...
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| User Profile | 4/18/2007 |
Q: Here's my question. Today I removed a user from one domain and added him to another domain on our ...
A: To be brief, the answer is 'no'. What you are going to need to do is either copy the profile ...
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| IE7 on Windows XP Home Edition | 4/18/2007 |
Q: Do I need to update from I.E. to I.E. ? I have Avant browser on I.E. and Mozilla Firefox too – both ...
A: Since I am at the other end of this thing, by answering, I am really not sure how you go about ...
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| xp pro | 4/17/2007 |
Q: i had a dell computer given to me which originally had xp pro on it-- it has the window sticker on ...
A: It is unfortunate that you don't ask these questions BEFORE you start reformatting, since I would ...
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| IE7 on Windows XP Home Edition | 4/17/2007 |
Q: Do I need to update from I.E. to I.E. ? I have Avant browser on I.E. and Mozilla Firefox too – both ...
A: Yes, you should update to IE 7 and include all other available windows updates (not just the ...
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| FTP and WebDAV | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I have a question pertaining to FTP vs. WebDAV. I know many people say that WebDAV is better in ...
A: Personally I have never used WebDAV so I can't really give you an thumbs up or down on that, but I ...
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| installation troubles | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I'm recently had to reformat my hard drive and reinstall Windows XP Pro SP2. I'm trying to install ...
A: Sounds to me like your cd drive is shot.. If you have already attempted a firmware upgrade which is ...
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| Windows XP different users, different programs. | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I would like to know how I would go about having certain programs work with one user, but not ...
A: This will pretty much be determined by the software itself. First of all if you are going to want to ...
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| help plz | 4/12/2007 |
Q: HEy i want to know if i can change my widows x from the dutch languge to english? how can i do it?
A: Although I haven't tried it, I can't see why you wouldn't be able to. Since you are probably ...
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| Sound Card Driver | 4/12/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me how I can update my sound card driver. I keep getting an error message at startup ...
A: Typically, windows software support pages have answers and sure enough here is what they have to say ...
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| CDR/RW | 4/12/2007 |
Q: Could you help me about writing Data (not Audio) to R and RW Disks using Windows? I have been ...
A: If you are using windows xp then you will not (or should not) be using IN-CD as this method of 'drag ...
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| access | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I was wondering whether older versions of access files were recoverable. I was working on a file, ...
A: Unfortunately, unless you have the options set to creating a bakup, then the answer would be no. ...
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| Photodeluxe 2.0 home edition. | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I have the same problem with Photodeluxe 2.0 home edition as a previous reader,I was able to operate ...
A: ... and with that little information of giving me the error message, I was able to search down a ...
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| Low beeping noise at startup.... | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I have a Dell Dimension 8300 with Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004, 111 GB on C drive, 1.5 GB ...
A: It sounds quite likely that you have partially moved the video card and I suggest first of all ...
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| Sound Card Driver | 4/10/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me how I can update my sound card driver. I keep getting an error message at startup ...
A: Although this may be a sound card issue, my question would be "do you hear any sounds now?" if you ...
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| keyboard problem | 4/10/2007 |
Q: about a week ago i spilled some water on my keyboard...shortly after it stopped working so i ...
A: The keyboard is simply an input device, sending commands via keystrokes, and as you have learned, if ...
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| email | 4/10/2007 |
Q: MIKE, I TRIED TO DOWNLOAD AN UPGRADE FOR MY SPEAKERS AND NOW MICROSOFT WINDOWS SAYS THAT I DO NOT ...
A: First of all, let me explain that when you type text to someone in ALL CAPITALS, it appears that you ...
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| C: cleaning hangs | 4/9/2007 |
Q: i have a Emachine W3080 running WXP/PRO,512MB,2.167GHZ athlon processor. am trying to clean the C: ...
A: I would actually suggest you stop by my website located at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the ...
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| System Restore | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I have been getting a .DLL error on startup after i let my computer do an update to that new ...
A: I suggest you first visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| System 32 corrupt file | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I own a Sony Vaio desktop and I just recently bought the webroot spyware software. I disabled my ...
A: Unfortunately that webroot software is more spyware then it is any good. In fact you will probably ...
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| Windows XP pro, can you copy files/setting from one instal to another? | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I may need to load XP onto a new hard drive before reformating the existing one. I dont want to ...
A: If you use the windows transfer wizard then you will see what it can't do for you as it will give ...
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| scheduling | 4/8/2007 |
Q: how can I schedule my adaware, spybot and disk cleanup to run automatically at preselected times?
A: Unless you decide to pay for the 'pro' versions of these, which will give you the option to schedule ...
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| IT wont let me | 4/8/2007 |
Q: for some reason i cant delete programs of control panel. when i try it comes up with a wise ...
A: If you are referring to the add/remove programs from the control panel, does not allow you to ...
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| Restore point & winsock | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have been having problems with my computer. I recently changed my internet(Comcast)from the a ...
A: I am not quite sure what these people had you doing since the 'winsock' is a file that is within ...
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| Safe Mode problems | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I was trying to fix a "pop up" problem on my computer and read that I should go to Start, Run and ...
A: I guess I wasn't quite clear on pressing the F8 key. When you first turn on your computer, you ...
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| CD & DVD ROM Drives missing | 4/7/2007 |
Q: My O/S is Win XP. I cannot use the ROM Drives. In searching through the registry, I note that they ...
A: Most of the time if your system bios detects all the hardware and your windows (from my computer) ...
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| usb problems | 4/6/2007 |
Q: i recently re-installed xp pro, afterwards my usb port doesn't work, what can i do
A: It is most likely because there are a number of device drivers not recognized by windows. This is ...
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| Safe Mode problems | 4/6/2007 |
Q: I was trying to fix a "pop up" problem on my computer and read that I should go to Start, Run and ...
A: It appears you are getting some mixed help from different people, which is pretty normal, since ...
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| passwords | 4/5/2007 |
Q: when I did an fresh install of xp . windows is asking for a password next to my nama and I did not ...
A: As I am not sure exactly how you went about the 'fresh install' of windows, (Ie: did you reformat ...
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| IE 6 and 7 | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I hate the popup blocker and information bar that comes with IE 6 and 7. This comes with my OEM XP ...
A: I first suggest you do stick with IE 7 as it does have a number of newer security features including ...
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| Display properties missing | 4/4/2007 |
Q: i have a problem here. My windows xp display properties, the one where you change resolution etc, is ...
A: Sounds like your system may need to be cleaned up from some spyware/malware issues first and for ...
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| No Sound | 4/4/2007 |
Q: HP PC reinstalled new harddrive now the sound doesn't work. When I go to the Device Manager -sound ...
A: You are going to need to know 'whats under the hood' so-to-speak, since you will need to know what ...
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| Adobe Photodeluxe Business Edition 1.1 | 4/3/2007 |
Q: When clicking onto a photo subject Photodeluxe comes up as if to download the photo but fails to do ...
A: I suggest you go to your add/remove programs from within the control panel and uninstall any ADOBE ...
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| Windows XP and Kodak easy share | 4/3/2007 |
Q: Computer 1 win xp mutt system home built upgraded hard drive. Went to download kodak camera did not ...
A: I believe what you are going to want to do is first read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your computer, ...
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| Log On Window | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I would like to have my "log on window" automatically log on to save two actions each time I boot up ...
A: When you say you want to auto log on is one thing but then you say to 'save' two actions... do you ...
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| installatian of windows | 4/2/2007 |
Q: i need to install windows Xp professionals on server ml 350 G2
A: A server machine, no problem, but a server machine with server operating system already installed, ...
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| Installing WindowsXP on two different hard drives | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I have WindowsXP Home on my computer now and I would like to install WindowsXP Pro on a 2nd hard ...
A: Just install the new hard drive as the slave, if you say it is a SATA drive, is the other one as ...
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| Program not showing in Add/Remove Program | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I've installed a stock broking program and it does not show up in Control Panel under Add/Remove ...
A: I would be checking from the program group itself, where the program probably shows up in order to ...
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| Installing WindowsXP on two different hard drives | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I have WindowsXP Home on my computer now and I would like to install WindowsXP Pro on a 2nd hard ...
A: Why would you want to install xp home as well as pro on the same computer? Do you know the ...
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| USB Flash memory not connected | 4/1/2007 |
Q: a month agao all in a sudden my NEW USB flash memory sticks required installation (which is not ...
A: I would be checking the actual media drive itself (where you plug these things in) as there may be a ...
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| Internet Security for Windows XP Professional X64 Edition | 3/31/2007 |
Q: Mr. Dacre: I Need Internet Security software for my Dell Precision M90 Mobile Workstation with ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| svchost.exe problems | 3/31/2007 |
Q: My home computer running Win XP SP2 has been very unstable for a while. I noticed on task manager ...
A: I suggest losing Zonealarm and defender, then uninstalling the AVG antivirus as it is no longer ...
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| multiple os. | 3/31/2007 |
Q: sir, I am having multiple operating system win xp 32bit on D drive win xp 64bit on C drive now I ...
A: You say you are a beginner yet I wonder how it is that you ended up with two windows xp installs on ...
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| Passwords do not work after resume | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I'm an IT myself and I'm having a problem with my home computer that I'm having difficulty finding a ...
A: Sounds to me like it is more a bios issue that needs to be looked at. Check your power settings and ...
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| deleting operating system | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I had windows 2000 on my laptop and recently installed XP...i want to delete 2000 all together..How ...
A: If you say you recently installed xp, then you probably performed a windows update mode instead of a ...
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| crashes | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I really need some help, please. After my windows XP crashed, I reboot and got a black screen with ...
A: It sounds to me like you are now wanting to reformat your computer? If this is correct, then I ...
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| windows xp | 3/29/2007 |
Q: Hi on my main computer for some reason it will not allow me to type into the bar to go anywhere if i ...
A: This sounds more like a keyboard issue.. check that the "z" key is not sticking down. You may want ...
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| debugger error | 3/29/2007 |
Q: why do i keep getting an error saying dr watsons debugger has encountered a problem and needs to ...
A: Sounds like a case of spyware/malware problems that have infected your computer. I suggest visiting ...
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| crashes | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I really need some help, please. After my windows XP crashed, I reboot and got a black screen with ...
A: At the very least you are probably going to have to perform a windows repair installation. For this ...
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| Getting rid of unwanted program | 3/28/2007 |
Q: Music site, Morpheus, was downloaded from the web last week and I can't get rid of it. When I try ...
A: You first must stop the program from running, as with the case of most P2P 'file share' programs, ...
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| External Hard drive | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I want to purchase an external HD(80GB) and I'm wondering if I can install XP or any other OS in it ...
A: Although it may be possible,since the drive is a usb hard drive (I haven't seen it done), it is not ...
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| booting windows xp home edition | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I have the Full version of Windows XP Home Edition, and I have tried several times to boot from the ...
A: It is obviously not reading the CD or drive itself, either that or it is not detecting that it is a ...
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| OXC0000005 error | 3/26/2007 |
Q: Everytime I try to open anything in MS Word or MS Excel, I get a message saying application failed ...
A: Sounds like some corrupted files therefore I would suggest attempting a office 'repair' by going to ...
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| Can't do anything | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I can't go to sites. everytime I go to site a javascript comment pops up at bottom of screen. What ...
A: Sounds like your computer needs a good cleaning from the spyware/malware issues, as well as some ...
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| My display on windows is verticle, | 3/25/2007 |
Q: The display is verticle after a 1 year old touched the keyboard, how do I get it back to horizontal ...
A: Is this a normal laptop or a 'touchscreen/tablet' ? The reason I ask is because that would normally ...
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| problem with microphone | 3/25/2007 |
Q: i can't hear on my speakers when i speak on microphone. When i want to select microphone on volume ...
A: By default when you click on your mixer properties you will see the 'output' levels whereas if you ...
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| won't install | 3/24/2007 |
Q: My MS word kept shutting down in the middle of working on a document with a runtime error message. ...
A: My initial guess is that you probably have some spyware and other malware 'processes' running, ...
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| multiple active windows | 3/24/2007 |
Q: i have a VAIO p4, 3.00GHz, 1GB ram running xp media center 2002 w/service pack 2 --an example of my ...
A: It sounds to me like your web browser is not functioning correctly and/or you simply have too many ...
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| Blue Screen of Death | 3/23/2007 |
Q: I operate Windows XP on a Toshiba Portege. A couple of times lately while browsing the internet I ...
A: There are scads of reasons this could be happening. From the worst being a hard drive that is ...
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| my drive | 3/23/2007 |
Q: I'm new to this windows xp and cannot get the cd/dvd drive to work i put a cd in and you can here ...
A: There is actually a good chance that the cd player needs to be replaced, however before you make ...
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| Windows XP FAx | 3/22/2007 |
Q: I recently installed the fax componet on Windows XP. I saw in the configuration where it asks if ...
A: That icon does give you the option to manually answer but that will only happen when the phone is ...
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| Log in | 3/22/2007 |
Q: How do I login to window XP when I cannot remember a login or password. ( I have a desk top with ...
A: I will list a few links for the fix as well as how to prevent this in the future: ...
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| links | 3/22/2007 |
Q: When I receive a link in outlook express---like the ones I get from all experts---when I click on it ...
A: I have listed a few links from the microsoft support site which should help you out: ...
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| Local Area Connection - Internet connection drops | 3/21/2007 |
Q: Mike, We thought we had a cable provider problem when our internet connection stopped working. ...
A: From the way you are explaining things to me, it sounds like you are connecting to your internet ...
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| Guest Account | 3/21/2007 |
Q: Previous Expert says this is outside his expertise = others are "on vacation" thought i'd try you ...
A: As this could be caused by many reasons and scenarios, I will provide you with a number of possible ...
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| folder options | 3/21/2007 |
Q: i am not geting folder options in my tools.i want to get my hodden folders back.kindly help me out
A: This sounds a bit suspicious of spyware/malware activity. First off, from a fresh re-start of your ...
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| movie maker program | 3/20/2007 |
Q: When I try to drag a clip into the windows movie maker editing program, the program freezes and says ...
A: Unfortunately, this sounds to be like a very generic error that could be caused by the clip you are ...
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| Adding a Font | 3/20/2007 |
Q: Mike! I have a particular font I want to use for our business cards, but the font is not available ...
A: You have managed to get it to the font folder but now you have to 'add it' to the windows fonts so ...
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| xp | 3/19/2007 |
Q: but its a bit slow. what would you recommend me to stay with vista or which is the best version out ...
A: Although you may find it 'slow' , it is probably not the result of VISTA, but from all the 'crap' ...
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| Win32.Sality.X | 3/19/2007 |
Q: I remove this every day with XoftSpy4.22 but next day it is back again. How can I prevent it ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| upgrading 2000pro to XP pro | 3/19/2007 |
Q: I have purchased a Windows XP Professional upgrade for my computer. I currently run Windows 2000 ...
A: I think your first mystake was reading the instructions as that will most definitely confuse you. ...
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| stuck registry key | 3/18/2007 |
Q: ..the puter gave me fits last nite; was find then i went to get on again and all the icons load on ...
A: If you can still get online then I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read ...
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| mpeg sound | 3/18/2007 |
Q: Suddenly I can't hear sound on my mpeg movie files. Know how I can fix this? I'd truly appreciate ...
A: If you haven't already uninstalled this program that didn't work, you should. Then I suggest making ...
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| Partition Magic | 3/17/2007 |
Q: I have installed a new drive after a system crash. All My drive letters have changed. I have two ...
A: Yes, absolutely, Partition Magic is a wonderful program. You may also want to visit my website at ...
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| re-booting? | 3/17/2007 |
Q: I have an HP pavilion 754n. When I turn it on I get this message: NTLDR is missing. Press ...
A: Your hard drive is in need of immediate attention by a technician I am afraid! It appears that it ...
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| deleted program | 3/16/2007 |
Q: I just accidentally deleted a program that originally came with my computer. I have no disk for it. ...
A: Other then purchasing some very good software (which you can purchase online and download) such like ...
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| \system32\hal.dll | 3/16/2007 |
Q: My laptop is giving me the following error: "Windows could not start because the following file is ...
A: Your problems are most likely software corruption problems and odds are a full reinstallation of ...
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| netscape download | 3/15/2007 |
Q: Netscape Nav has never been happy on my XP system, but I've retained it to check html appearance in ...
A: I might suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING ...
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| Explorer problem | 3/15/2007 |
Q: I have a HP Pavillion with 20 gig Hard drive,I'm processor,256 mb memory,with the Windows XP Pro ...
A: When you say your system crashed, that is the first thing I would question when you say you ...
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| XP AND SPREADSHEETS | 3/15/2007 |
Q: MY FRIEND HAS JUST GOT A NEW COMPUTER WITH WINDOWS XP I HAVE ONE WHICH IS XP HOME EDITION BUT MINE ...
A: Microsoft works is a software program that typically is thrown in as a computer 'software bundle' ...
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| taskscheduler not working properly | 3/14/2007 |
Q: Ever since I installed NIS 2007, my automatic tasks such as disk clean up do not work automatically ...
A: Where to begin with 'norton'? Well, as an ex-avid symantec tech/user I would have to simply say that ...
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| slow clock | 3/14/2007 |
Q: the clock on my task is always two hours slow even when i make adjustments what can i do?
A: This is a very common problem if your system has a lot of spyware/malware installed. This is ...
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| Problem with two operating system | 3/13/2007 |
Q: whenever i installed both operating system at a time both operating system would be working very ...
A: My guess is you have a mix of spyware/malware issues that are causing problems, as well, quite ...
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| Windows XP | 3/13/2007 |
Q: I am trying to start a computer with a partial install of windows XP - I cant get in touch with the ...
A: You are first going to have to install windows correctly therefor start at the beginning, with the ...
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| password problem | 3/12/2007 |
Q: I bought this second hand computor and I get to a place where I have to press Ctrl Alt Del then give ...
A: When you enter safe mode, you should have the ability to enter the adminitrator's account (without a ...
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| reading RAW files | 3/11/2007 |
Q: When I was burning data to discs I used the Windows burn to disc option. I also have Nero. I thought ...
A: If you have not already followed up on some of the spyware/malware programs that I suggested before, ...
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| reading RAW files | 3/10/2007 |
Q: I have stored some graphic and video files on CDs using the RAW format in Windows XP. Recently I ...
A: It sounds like you have already found a sollution to your problem. Thing is, the way you used to do ...
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| Internet | 3/9/2007 |
Q: I can't get online but when i go to CMD Command and ping yahoo, I can. What do you think the ...
A: It sounds to me like you are in fact 'online' but quite possibly your web browser (most likely you ...
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| Start / All Programs | 3/8/2007 |
Q: When I go to Start / All Programs, I get a list that is in an order that is understood only by the ...
A: When you click on the programs lists RIGHT CLICK on any program group and from the pop up window, ...
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| Problem with guest Account | 3/8/2007 |
Q: I activated Windows XP Guest account because sometimes my relatives use my computer to print stuff ...
A: Most issues, similar to what you are having are the direct result to spwyare/malware issues, which ...
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| Sticking Control Key | 3/7/2007 |
Q: My laptop has windows XP pro installed. It is currently acting as if the control key is permanently ...
A: If you have tried another keyboard and it is still doing the same, then the problem is more likely ...
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| windows could not start!! | 3/6/2007 |
Q: windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: /windows/system32/config/ ...
A: This is a pretty generic error message and is telling you that you "may be able to" , however this ...
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| view | 3/5/2007 |
Q: When I go to the control panel the diaplay always shows everything as "list" I change it to "icons" ...
A: Click on MY COMPUTER and then click on TOOLS and FOLDER OPTIONS. Under the GENERAL tab you should ...
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| task bar | 3/5/2007 |
Q: Hello Just tried your directions, however, it did not work. There is no pop up with Unlock for ...
A: Nope, what I told you is the way to do it. If you are using windows xp then that is what you need to ...
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| task bar | 3/5/2007 |
Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... Hello actually ...
A: RIGHT CLICK in a blank area of your desktop and choose 'arrange icons by' and make sure the 'auto ...
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| task bar | 3/4/2007 |
Q: I use XP Home I'd like to have the task bar (bottom of the screen) back to its defaults which was ...
A: Actually this is more common then you would imagine. What you will first have to do is UNLOCK the ...
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| Computer Start-up | 3/3/2007 |
Q: Just yeasterday and today when I start my computer it starts in the BIOS setup. Dont understand ...
A: I can honestly say I have never heard of that one, since in order to get to the bios settings, you ...
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| 2 error messages | 3/3/2007 |
Q: 1. What to do when I got the message: "Invalid Floating Point Operation"? 2. What to do when I got ...
A: In both cases they are a result of spyware installed on your system and in the second issue, it is ...
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| Windows XP will not boot | 3/2/2007 |
Q: During startup, my Gateway 4525 notebook computer states that there is a problem with Windows ...
A: If you have tried all of the normal things, then the only other suggestion that I would have (other ...
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| IE7 error messages | 3/2/2007 |
Q: I'm running XP and IE7 and since the last update I get a message IE cannot open this internet site, ...
A: My suggestion is to go to the control panel and add/remove programs and remove the interenet ...
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| formatting | 3/2/2007 |
Q: I would like to know how to rid my computer totally or spyware. I would also like to know the most ...
A: As this is probably the most asked question, I have created a number of pages on my website that ...
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| Windows XP activation | 3/1/2007 |
Q: I have an older off the shelf eMachines desktop. Recently the CPU fan stopped working and I believe ...
A: Yes you should have no troubles however if you do have troubles on boot up then I suggest you ...
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| Default printer | 2/28/2007 |
Q: Several times a week, my default (network) printer changes? What causes this and how can I fix it? ...
A: I have seen this happen if you do have a local printer, such as an HP that uses specific software ...
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| microSD transflash drive | 2/28/2007 |
Q: Ok I have a microSD transflash drive that cannot be formatted. I try to format it and the computer ...
A: First of all you recognize that it is a MICRO SD card and that you will need an adapter to have it ...
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| user profile | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I think my user profile may be corrupted.I was working normally, but after downlooading and ...
A: Other then logging in to a profile that works and removing (uninstalling using the add/remove ...
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| "Hibernation" | 2/27/2007 |
Q: Mike: My daughter has been using an Acer laptop with XP for several months. Yesterday she received a ...
A: Hibernation is a mode in which the computer is shut down (turned off). When you press the power to ...
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| ezi_hmn2.exe | 2/26/2007 |
Q: currently running Windows XP Media Center. The following error message appears every time I start ...
A: I suggest you vist my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| ip address | 2/26/2007 |
Q: I have a Dell Demension 4600, its a pent 4 with xp, virus protection mcafee. I recently have not ...
A: Hold on.. before you start 'deleting' things, thinking that will fix it... most of the time it is ...
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| win32.sality.x | 2/25/2007 |
Q: how do i get rid of this trojan,i've spent 100.00 on software and nothing removes it,xoftspyse is ...
A: It is always unfortunate when those, such as yourself, get in to a bit of a pickle and end up ...
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| address bar | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I lost my address bar how do I get it back
A: Not sure which program you lost it from but pretty much regardless of which one you have lost it ...
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| ide to usb drive | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I just pulled it out the the laptop and didn't see any jumper on it ( thats the black cap thing, ...
A: You have told me that you bought an adapter. As I had mentioned, not knowing exactly what type of ...
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| ide to usb drive | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I have a laptop drive I would like to use as a backup. I bought a kit to convert it to usb. The ...
A: I'm not quite sure of your device but I do know when you use any sort of adapter like this, you do ...
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| Windows Picture and Fax Viewer | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I would like to delete all the pictures that are stored in the Windows Picture and Fax Viewer's ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read the TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Task Manager | 2/23/2007 |
Q: my task manager is missing. It won't load or pop up, or anything. I've tried system restore, and ...
A: Nobody really wants to do a full reformat of the computer if they don't have to but sometimes it is ...
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| Past files | 2/22/2007 |
Q: Let me tell you exactly what happened yesterday. I had just deleted all browsing history, all ...
A: Most likely it is spyware/malware and that is why I recommend you read my TIPS page and then install ...
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| Follow up question | 2/22/2007 |
Q: I highly appreciate your answer to my question. I find it very useful. As a beginner to technical ...
A: Actually you can read all about the AVAST antivirus as you will notice there is the professional ...
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| Past files | 2/21/2007 |
Q: Is it possible for a computer to bring up past files that we have deleted? These are files that I ...
A: If you have deleted the files and then emptied your recycle bin (right click on it and choose ...
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| computer powerdown | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I used to click on START > TURN OFF COMPUTER > and then TURN OFF and my computer would shut down and ...
A: I just checked the link and all is well. I suggest you refresh your browser and then RIGHT CLICK and ...
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| "Low Disk Space" | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I am Dhana 24 yrs old and I am trying to fix a problem on my local c computer disk space. Everytime ...
A: First of all you should see just how much room you do have left on the drive by going to MY COMPUTER ...
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| computer powerdown | 2/20/2007 |
Q: I used to click on START > TURN OFF COMPUTER > and then TURN OFF and my computer would shut down and ...
A: Other than using the start menu and shut down, you World require non microsoft Software to perform ...
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| Power Point Viewer | 2/19/2007 |
Q: Running XP with Power Point Viewer 2003 When I receive a PPS file, click on it, I get the following ...
A: I would suggest you simply install the program again, as there is a newer version available, by ...
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| clean and restore | 2/18/2007 |
Q: erm one last thing!PLEASE didnt know about the port replicators!..they look ideal! Ive just been ...
A: I don't know if I would be purchasing something like this on ebay, but no, they are not specific so ...
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| System Restore & Help Files | 2/18/2007 |
Q: I currently am having problems with my notebook. I am running Windows xp home and can not access my ...
A: What I suggst you do is perform a windows repair installation which you will not lose any data or ...
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| clean and restore | 2/17/2007 |
Q: Mike, Thanks so much for the reply! erm. some last questions please. 1.Im wanting to use the lap ...
A: Yes, you can purchase a usb hub which you will then plug in to the one USB plug you have and it will ...
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| speeding up pc | 2/17/2007 |
Q: My computer is so slow I have decided to clean it out. I have found the migrating files wizard and ...
A: Yes, you are pretty much on the wrong track. Although you can use the migration wizzard to ...
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| Damaged XP Home CD | 2/17/2007 |
Q: Need help real bad here! My hard drive failed; I bought a new one. Tried to instal my legal OEM ...
A: In the days of the vinyl records I used to play them once and then one more time I would record it ...
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| the window where I normally type my url | 2/16/2007 |
Q: the window where I normally type my url had disapperared how do i get it back. Each time I want to ...
A: RIGHT mouse click at the top of the browser window, where you would normally see the toolbar you ...
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| clean and restore | 2/16/2007 |
Q: erm...ive been given a laptop , its a Sony VAIO PCG-R600, using windows XP Professional. Im wanting ...
A: You are going to want to go out and buy windows xp operating system. I suggest installing the XP ...
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| plug and play xp | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I have several devices (simpletech portable hard drive, creative MP3 player, etc) that when I plug ...
A: Other than to say first try the USB ports on the back of the computer as these are built in to the ...
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| new pc linux/xp pro dual boot? | 2/15/2007 |
Q: If i decided to go with Dell for another 200.00 i can get the Ultimate Version, what's your opinion ...
A: Windows Vista is the latest o/s so unless you have a lot of older programs that you feel may not ...
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| new pc linux/xp pro dual boot? | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I am looking at 2 new systems, one a Dell AMD X2 4200 DUAL CORE, 250 hd with either Vista Home ...
A: When it comes to computer configurations, it is pretty much up to the individual and your needs. ...
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| Question about hibenating feature | 2/14/2007 |
Q: I've been using Windows XP pro from a long time, tell me, does hibernating continously instead of ...
A: I might suggest you first read my blog here: ...
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| Outlook Database | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I have disk image of my old drive. I have reinstall XP and MsOffice. I had my contact lists with ...
A: First of all realize that these are found in 'hidden folders' therefore you need to unhide these ...
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| wondows questions | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I have three questions for you! 1) When I send an e-mail for some one how can I send it with the ...
A: It depends on what program you use for your email but typically you will have the option (from the ...
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| No task bar | 2/13/2007 |
Q: My task bar is missing. It is there when I boot up and Windows starts, but it just drops off the ...
A: Sounds like your system is infected with some spyware/malware issues first of all. I suggest ...
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| windows SP2 | 2/13/2007 |
Q: ...do u know how i can download/upgrade my windows to the XP Service pack 2? I have XP pro on my ...
A: If you do not have the certificate of authentication (the number which would typically be stuck to ...
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| PC Desktop- Windows XP Home blank blue screen | 2/11/2007 |
Q: I am using windows XP Home on desktop when I start it asks me login I log in and then nothing ...
A: What I am going to suggest is to attempt a windows repair installation however that will require ...
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| Free Driver Update Software? | 2/11/2007 |
Q: I am looking for some software that will find the drivers on my computer, search for updates and ...
A: First of all if you have a DELL then you should be able to visit their website and enter your ...
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| Windows XP media center 2002 | 2/11/2007 |
Q: Nice to meet you. I want to ask you a question regarding to Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002. ...
A: Actually if you have visited the windows update site and performed all the updates that are ...
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| Reg Clean | 2/10/2007 |
Q: Do you still have "RegClean" for download? Many thanks, Ken.
A: You had me wondering if there was something wrong with my website but I just checked and yes, reg ...
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| window xp install | 2/10/2007 |
Q: I am trying to install window xp professional on my pc. I am able to overwrite my existing windows ...
A: Nope, no way to bypass, but there are a number of methods to install windows. You mentioned you were ...
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| blue screen of death quest | 2/9/2007 |
Q: i ran repair but now windows wont let me download service pack 2. it download to the finish then ...
A: Since you have managed to get the system up and running, you are now going to have to do such things ...
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| Desktop icons | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I have a friend that has lost all connection with her desktop icon shortcuts. These are mainly excel ...
A: Spyware and malware issues are by far the most problematic causes on the computer these days, ...
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| Windows movie maker | 2/8/2007 |
Q: Message pop up "Windows encountered a problem when trying to copy this file. What do you want ...
A: The first thing I would suggest is making sure your computer is in fact up to date. Please visit my ...
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| task manager missing | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I can not get my task manager to pop up. I tried running it from the run box, but it still does not ...
A: Sounds like you have an infestation of spyware/malware issues. I suggest visiting my website at ...
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| Reformatting a Hard drive | 2/7/2007 |
Q: My Grandson has been given a PC but it has no disks for the Windows Me that was originally on it. I ...
A: As much as 'hand me down' computers may seem to be a good idea, what seems to be overlooked is that ...
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| Windows XP Home Edition | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I have a HP PAvilion running a Windows 98 program. I want to sell this computer, but I was ...
A: Unfortunately you shouldn't be expecting too much for your old computer as most people will be very ...
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| Size of Windows | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I have Windows XP, and every window I open opens in mid-size. Is there some way to get windows to ...
A: first you are going to want to adjust the size by maximizing. but to make this standard, you should ...
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| Hard Drive Partition | 2/5/2007 |
Q: My Hard Drive is partitioned into 40GB and 20Gb. I want to combine the two into one 60Gb partition. ...
A: Partition magic is what you are going to want to get ...
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| Starting a reality TV show | 2/5/2007 |
Q: Where do I start? I would like to create a reality TV show. I looked at the mandy web page, however ...
A: I believe it was me that gave you the mandy website.... this should be all you need to find the ...
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| Windows XP - Missing volume controls | 2/5/2007 |
Q: I run Winows XP home edition and yesterday, out of the blue the audio function disappeared. I tried ...
A: You almost had the problem solved... Go back in to the control panel and sounds and where you see ...
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| Product key vs OEM number | 2/4/2007 |
Q: I recently bought a computer with Win XP Home Edition already installed. The store used their ...
A: I am not familiar with the program in question however whenever you are prompted for your license ...
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| Lost "file" on my standard tool bar. | 2/4/2007 |
Q: For some reason I have lost my "file" in the tool bar in "Microsoft Word" program. I have two other ...
A: The 'toolbar' with the 'file, edit,view...." should always be present, if you do not see these, the ...
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| Windows Office Professional | 2/4/2007 |
Q: I am running Windows XP. Last week I upgraded my system to Windows XP Professional. I then added ...
A: First things first. The windows authentication is the major problem and if you have purchased XP Pro ...
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| xp ? | 2/3/2007 |
Q: when i turn my computer on, it ask me for a password. i just push ever and it goes through. how can ...
A: First of all, to deal with the windows defender, I suggest uninstalling this program as it was ...
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| Windows freezing, trying to connect to Internet Explorer | 2/3/2007 |
Q: My daughters computor is freezing when she clicks on Internet Explorer. She gets a white screen. ...
A: Most likely the computer is full of spyware/malware issues that need to be cleaned out. I suggest ...
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| remove cover | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I am trying to install modem for a friend and we cant remove the cover, we pushed to top buttons but ...
A: sorry but every case is different, you may need to physically pull on the front panel, removing the ...
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| color quality | 2/2/2007 |
Q: When I start my computer everything is ok until I open MSN, The color quality drops from the normal ...
A: In most cases it is due to a wrong display driver being present. I suggest you visit my website at ...
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| My Favorites is making a long file | 2/1/2007 |
Q: How do I make 2 or 3 columns when I want to scroll my Favorites? It used to be done in windows 98 I ...
A: From MY COMPUTER if you select the VIEWS icon, you can change the view of that window or you can ...
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| audio | 2/1/2007 |
Q: i was cleaning out programs from my control panel and accidently earased my audio program. i have no ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on COLOUR/DISPLAY ...
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| XP will not boot | 1/31/2007 |
Q: Took out my HD then put it back into original PC. So all components are as previous including OS. ...
A: Your system is currently attempting to load from a network boot rom, you should go in to your system ...
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| System requirements for XP | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I am considering buying an old laptop and upgrading it. What would be the minimum system specs you ...
A: When you are referring to upgrading any device, it will all depend on just how much of an upgrade ...
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| dvd player | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I am trying to get my dvd player to work and it worked fine in my other pc, now it says i need ...
A: Depending on the file you are attempting to play, there maybe a codec that is required. I suggest ...
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| installing O\S | 1/28/2007 |
Q: I need to re-install win xp on my comp, I have a copy of windows SE but i don't know if its a ...
A: Windows SE is short for 'second edition' and that sounds more like a windows 98 version then windows ...
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| video problem | 1/28/2007 |
Q: ------------------------------------------- Hello , I wonder if you can help here - Whenever I ...
A: If you see a yellow exclamation in your device manager then you have a device conflict and ...
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| copying pics from hard drive to cd | 1/28/2007 |
Q: I have always been able to copy pics off my hard drive to save to a CD. I do video slideshows as a ...
A: This is a common problem when spyware/malware infects your system. First however, I suggest making ...
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| unistalling WIndoes XP & 98SE | 1/27/2007 |
Q: your answer told me how to reinstall, NOT how to UNINSTALL.I want to uninstall Windows XP Upgrade & ...
A: as quoted, "I want to uninstall Windows XP Upgrade & Windows 98SE off of my computer & reinstall it ...
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| Windows re-install | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I shall have to re-install Windows XP Home shortly, which I have done a few times before, (and maybe ...
A: I suggest leaving your entire drive as one for windows xp as it does not have a problem with large ...
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| unistalling WIndoes XP & 98SE | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I want to uninstall Windows XP Upgrade & Windows 98SE off of my computer & reinstall it all fresh. ...
A: First of all if you have a windows xp upgrade this means that you had to have a previous operating ...
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| Help on my sound PLEASE | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I have a windows XP...we have no speakers on our computer but I heard if you plug in a headset in ...
A: Performing a full reinstallation of your operating system would be a little drastic to fix a simple ...
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| Spell check | 1/25/2007 |
Q: I just had my computer reformatted and XP pro installed along with Office 2007.(had XP pro and ...
A: Since outlook express is a microsoft product, it follows the system defaults, in which case you ...
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| INTERNET PROBLEM | 1/25/2007 |
Q: I'M RUNNING WINDOWS XP HOME EDITION AND THE INTERNET EXPLORER WONT LET ME GO ONLINE....ALREADY DID A ...
A: I suggest you visit my website at http://tpsconsulting.com and read my TIPS page on OPTIMIZING your ...
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| Windows 98 Desktop Themes | 1/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a Dell 8300 Dimension Desktop with Windows XP Media Center Edi |
