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Error during 'Setup is starting services'
by Guest kenbailey63- 0 replies
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I RESTORED MY ASUS LAPTOP AND NOW I GET A MESSAGE ("Install Windows: The computer restarted unexpectedly or encountered an unexpected error. Windows installation cannot proceed. To install Windows, click "OK" to restart the computer, and then restart the installation." OVER AND OVER HELP btw it was acting up before i restored it no internet troubleshooting didnt work nothing was working right i have no disc drive Continue reading...
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DirectX Problem ( Features not Available )
by Guest iFrost- 0 replies
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Hi!, I would like an assistance about my DirectX installation. Another problem is i do not have much knowledge about this softwares so if someone knows how to this problem, i would really appreciate it if you can teach it to me by steps. Now going to the problem, my desktop is using running fine till i tried to run a couple of games one which needs directx and the other need a DX9 level card (Unity Web Player). The games i run causes me some errors and others are worse which does not even initiate. I tried to fix the issue by updating my directx but it does not seem to work. Here is my System and Display Information ( from DirectX Diagnostic Tool) ---…
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BSOD...again
by Guest iMacheen- 0 replies
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I made a post back in April hoping some of the suggested solutions would work and apparently they didn't. BSOD normally only when I'm playing video games System Specs -Asus z77 Sabertooth motherboar -Intel i7-3770k @ 3.5gh -8gb Corsair Venganc -Toshiba 1tb HD -NVIDIA Geforce GTX 66 -Corsair TX650 PSU Also here is the link to my two most recent dumpfile, thank you. https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=ED104D09C809DEF4%21117 Continue reading...
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deleted prefetch file- other reccomendations to improve computer performance please
by Guest JeremyBrayXY- 0 replies
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after I deleted the prefetch folder, should I use online tools in order to improve my computer's performance in Windows 7? Continue reading...
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I can't turn on window defender , and and some problem :(
by Guest Nguyễn Văn Thẩm- 0 replies
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Here when i turn on window defender at Action center >>>>>and i can not update it then i scare my computer infected virus or malware , so i try to install Avira , avast , BKav ,... . I hope can solve this problem but i can't install them , :( Please , help me solve this problem >< hix First of all , i thank y Continue reading...
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deleted prefetch file- other reccomendations to improve computer performance please
by Guest JeremyBrayXY- 0 replies
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after I deleted the prefetch folder, should I use online tools in order to improve my computer's performance in Windows 7? Continue reading...
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More Keyboard Layout Questions
by Guest WhitePhoenix- 0 replies
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I have been looking over the /user/share/X11/xkb/share/us file and have a few questions. For the USA - ClassmatePC (International) layout the creator used the RCtrl key since the keyboard he was using didn�t have an AltGr key. However all he did was enter �include "level3(switch)"� in place of �include "level3(ralt_switch)"�. How does the system know to use RCtrl when all it says is �switch�? I also prefer not using AltGr since my keyboard has no AltGr key and I would rather have the flexibility to use either Alt key by substituting Ctrl+Alt for the RAlt/AltGr key. Does leaving out �include "level3(ralt_switch)"� do this? When I*used Microsoft Keyboard Layout Cre…
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Finally got ArchBang installed but it's being a total PITA.
by Guest TNFrank- 0 replies
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Well, after about 5 tries I managed to get ArchBang installed. Took some doing but I got all the gpg keys installed and fixed. Got the mirrors that I want uncommented out so I can download stuff(well most stuff) and I finally have Firefox 29 set up a bit better so I can use it. USB's don't show up on the desktop when they're plugged in even though it looked like they're suppose to by what I saw in settings. No idea if I can even change the clock to 12 hour time from the 24 hour setting and it seems I can add nothing to panel and can't move it from the bottom of the screen. Openbox it totally strange to me so I'm pretty much lost trying to use it. I did get hardinfo …
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PHP redirecting question
by Guest resetreset- 0 replies
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If I have eg. a forum message, and I click it, it will take me to a login page if I'm not already logged in, right? Well, what I want is, after the signup process is over, it should automatically take me to the message I had clicked on. How is this architected? Thanks. Continue reading...
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postfix : No such file or directory (possible Berkeley DB bug)
by Guest bcostacurta- 0 replies
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Hello, I implemented the following in Postfix file main.cf (note : Postfix version is 2.9.6 under Debian Squeeze). address_verify_map = btree:/var/lib/postfix/verified_senders The file is created, opened and filled correctly by Postfix. However few times per day following message appears in the Postfix log : close database /var/lib/postfix/verified_senders.db: No such file or directory (possible Berkeley DB bug) I 'googled' on this but found nothing really clear about this message, neither a way or explanation about who to correct this. Thanks for attention. Bruno Continue reading...
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Free embedded microcontroller programming course
by Guest mizzle- 0 replies
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Check this out: https://www.edx.org/course/utaustinx...2#.U2zvkfldWzs Quote: This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing course that shows you how to build solutions to real-world problems using embedded systems. Each student will purchase a Texas Instruments TM4C123 microcontroller kit and a few electronic components. This microcontroller has a state of the art ARM Cortex M4 processor. The course uses a bottom-up approach to problem-solving building gradually from simple interfacing of switches and LEDs to complex concepts like display drivers, digital to analog conversion, generation of sound, analog to digital conversion, graphics, interrupts, and communication. We will pr…
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Dr. Dre fuels Beats acquisition rumors, references billions of Apple bucks in video
by Guest Rich Edmonds- 0 replies
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A video posted by actor Tyrese Gibson featuring hip-hop star Dr. Dre is adding fuel to $3.2 billion Apple/Beats negotiation rumors. In the video, Dre says: "The first billionaire in hip-hop, right here from the motherf**king West Coast." The video in question was originally posted to Gibson's Facebook page but was taken down, though it's still available on YouTube. Note that there's strong language so do proceed to watch through if you're not easily offended. Beats Electronics is in an interesting position. Not only would Apple take control of its premium (arguably overpriced) headgear accessories, but also its new Beats Music on-demand streaming service. …
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Ari Partinen, senior Nokia Pureview camera engineer, headed to Apple
by Guest Rich Edmonds- 0 replies
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Apple has hired Ari Partinen, former senior camera engineer at Nokia for their Lumia Pureview system, presumably to work on the next generation of iPhone and iPad cameras. Word of the move came from Partinen himself on Twitter: Today will be my last day working for the amazing #Lumia family. In June I will start a new chapter in Cupertino, California. Much love! — Ari Partinen (@Partinen) May 9, 2014 Partinen confirmed in a reply that the company he's moving to in Cupertino is indeed Apple. @bharadc23 Thank you for great discussions and feedback! (And it is the company you are thinking assuming you are thinking Apple) =) — Ari Partinen (@Partinen) May…
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Netflix hiking rates around the globe, existing subscribers locked in for now
by Guest Richard Devine- 0 replies
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Netflix is in the process of sending emails to its European and US customers explaining its price increase for new subscriptions. More importantly for existing members, Netflix is committing to a 2 year freeze on any price increases, so for now at least it's a case of carry on as you are. The email in full reads as follows: Update: we've been informed that Netflix is also rolling this deal out to the US too. We'd expect everybody around the globe with Netflix access will see this price increase in short order. Good times! Hi Richard, In order to continue adding more films and TV programmes, we are increasing our price from £5.99 to £6.99 for new members. As …
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New and updated apps: Google Maps, Warhammer 40,000: Carnage, WebReaver and more!
by Guest Peter Cohen- 0 replies
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Every day dozens and dozens of new and updated apps and games hit the iOS and Mac App Stores. It's impossible to keep up with them all, but it's not impossible to pick out the very best. Here they are! Today we've got a major update to Google Maps, a new game based on Warhammer, new apps for Mac web developers and Salesforce users, and more! New and updated iOS apps Google Maps 3.0.0: A major update to Google's navigation app. Lane guidance in turn-by-turn directions; travel time, distance and estimated arrival in navigation mode; maps can be saved offline to a custom list; transit results now display total walking time and the next scheduled bus or train; and mu…
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iRing helps musicians control iOS music apps with their hand
by Guest Peter Cohen- 0 replies
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If you're making music on an iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, have a look at IK Multimedia's new iRing. It's a gadget you slip on your finger that tracks motion. You use it to control music apps with hand gestures. It costs $24.99. This isn't a ring you wear on your finger. It actually goes between your fingers. It's double-sided, too. One side is printed with a pattern of three dots, and the other side has a triangular pattern of three dots. In conjunction with the FaceTime camera on your device, apps designed to support iRing help determine the position of the ring in space. The apps track your movement. IK Multimedia says a single user can use two rings simultaneous…
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What wrong is this partition?
by Guest oem7110- 0 replies
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When I remove an unused partition, it shows following error message, and I get no idea what is using it, which is simply 64mb empty space. Not able to finish, because partition is opened or being used, it could be set as system, bootup, virtual memory or keep a damage printed file. Partition (T:) is being used at this moment, if you force to remove this partition, please press Yes Warning: force to remove may cause the application using this partition error accidently, do you want to continue? After I force to remove it, and create a partition (T:), I remove it again for testing, there is no error message, it seems strange on this partition, does it have any…
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Errorr when i try to open skype
by Guest yllcher- 0 replies
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I have windows xp , when i try to open skype it gives a error , how can i repair it , thanks a lot. Continue reading...
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Does it safe to delete $NtUninstallKB2718704$ file?
by Guest oem7110- 0 replies
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There are so many files under window directory. I would like to know on whether it is safe to delete them manually or not. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in advance for any suggestions :> C:\WINDOWS $NtUninstallKB2718704$ $NtUninstallKB2719985$ Continue reading...
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can I upgrade from xp to windows 8
by Guest SudhakarKripal- 0 replies
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I am currently running Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 and as you all know support has ended. I want windows 8 (because you can update to windows 8.1 for free) but is it possible? Or would I have to upgrade to vista or windows 7 instead. Please any OS higher than xp. And if it is possible what version (e.g.Pro or Core or enterprise)? also if i copy 'system C:' from another computer running windows 8 and put it on a cd/usb could i install it from there (probably illegal but just wondering) ?thankx =D Continue reading...
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Question on where does reg record keep?
by Guest oem7110- 0 replies
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AVG error report on reg, the following path cannot be found under regedit, but AVG checks this path existed. Does anyone have any suggestions on where those path is kept on records? so I can manually remove it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions :> 32:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\WINDOWS\CURRENTVERSION\APP PATHS\cmmgr32.exe Continue reading...
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Flash Cards ?
by Guest Paul Unknown- 0 replies
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Hi .... Does this type of flash card work on the Surface RT ? SDHC UHS-I Card (Class 10) Continue reading...
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What is the Searches Folder in WIndows 8 for ?
by Guest The Asker_15- 0 replies
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I googled it but gotten so many conflicting answers. The folder is empty, but I'm very curious to know whats for. Continue reading...
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8.1 Ugrade Locked me out of my laptop
by Guest Bobsmith235667- 0 replies
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When I upgraded to 8.1, which I was prompted and encouraged to do so by the automatic updater, after an hour of rebooting, it forced me to enter personal information to proceed to my desktop. I of course entered a generic name of Bob Smith and a password I do not remember, as I assumed my old settings would remain. Now of course I am completely locked out of my computer. This is absurd, this will make me a Mac user for sure, there is not reason I need to associate my personal computer with an online account, I should have the freedom to use my personal hardware without being connected to the internet, I had not idea windows 8.1 was really just a chrome book designed to st…
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Desktop background slideshow leaks GDI Object handles?
by Guest TimoKinnunen- 0 replies
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I have about 5500 desktop background wallpapers which I've set in a desktop background slideshow which changes every 30 seconds. After a while, a day or two, the taskbar show/hide animation is no longer smooth and all graphics start to feel sluggish. Using Process Explorer from www.sysinternals.com I can see that explorer.exe is using a huge number of GDI Objects, and the number goes up by 1 every time the desktop background changes. Here's a screenshot: My question: is this a bug in Windows? Continue reading...