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Microsoft security essentials full scan always stops at C:windows/installer/7ce0f.msp and then...
by Guest MagdalenaTh- 0 replies
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Why does it stop scanning and then does a crash dump? Continue reading...
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Microsoft Security Essentials error code 0x805800c
by Guest MikeRoe755- 0 replies
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I have run a full scan on my laptop which detected a number of threats but when I came to clean them it failed with error code 0x805800c - definitions are up to date and the scan ran successfully any suggestions? Continue reading...
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Installing Linux TO an SD card from USB
by Guest TheAtomicGoose- 0 replies
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Hi All, I was wondering if it was possible to install Linux to an SD card from a USB stick. I've never heard of anyone doing this, but I thought that it would be more convenient than installing to a USB stick, since the SD card would not stick out of my laptop since it would be inside the SD card reader. Thanks for your answers in advance! Continue reading...
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creating a guest account on a smb server
by Guest morgiee- 0 replies
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Hi sorry if this is in the wrong section of the forum. I have a NAS setup with a external hard drive connected to a raspberry pi acting as the server and using smb protocol. Currently their is only one account that will allow mobile devises to access the entire hdd with the correct password login. however i want to create a separate guest account for other people to still access the hdd but only be able to access certain folders on it. Is this possible and if so how? I want to be the main admin having full access to the hdd but have a separate guest account for all others to log into but only make certain folders accessible to them. Thanks Continue reading.…
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Unable to mount the volume Details: Cannot get volume.fstype.alternati
by Guest squidonsteroids- 0 replies
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Hello sorry if this is in the wrong subbreddit but I have a problem mounting a external hard rive. I get the following error "Unable to mount the volume Details: Cannot get volume.fstype.alternative". I looked it up and the solution was to install ntfs-3g and libfuse2 it seemed. I installed libfuse2, but it said it was already installed. So I tried to install ntfs-3g and received this 'ntfs-3g' not found in package names. trying capabilities no provider of 'ntfs-3g' found. resolving package dependencies. Not sure how to get ntfs-3g then or is there some other way to fix this error? thanks. Continue reading...
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Updating
by Guest Fred33435- 0 replies
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Can't update. Box comes up untrusted "file locking library for python" Removed it to not be installed. Still won't install the rest of updates 98 of them. Continue reading...
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NEW Member from PHX,AZ
by Guest kokomokid- 0 replies
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Hi, New to Linux/ Ubuntu. Live in Phx,AZ. I attend the Phx Linux Users Group here in town. I just upgraded from 13.04 to 14.04. I'm hopping to be more proficient at the command line & also take some Linux / Ubuntu classes. Thanks, Mitch Continue reading...
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Best apps of the week: Oscilab, Pocket Harvest, Quadblast, and more!
by Guest Simon Sage- 0 replies
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Once again we've gathered together the best iPhone apps and best iPad apps and games released this week! We'll regularly dig up the best, freshest social, music, photography and productivity apps for iOS, not to mention action games, shooter games, puzzle games, and anything in between. Come on and dig in to see our favorite releases over the last seven days! Rival Knights Rival Knights is a freemium jousting game where players mount up in full medieval regalia, charge at their friends online or work their way through a single-player campaign, and try to smash opponents with a lance. Every round involves timing taps just as a cursor moves over the sweet spot in a …
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Deal of the Day: Seidio Spring-Clip Holster for iPhone 4/4S
by Guest Brent Zaniewski- 0 replies
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For today only, purchase the Seidio Spring-Clip Holster for iPhone 4/4S and save 50% off the list price! The Seidio Spring Clip Holster holds your iPhone securely in place, and then lifts for quick access. Both the felt liner and the face-in design protect your screen from scratches and exposure to outside elements. The rear clip can be rotated in seven different angles for optimum comfort. Continue reading...
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Vector 43: WWDC 2014 vs. Android
by Guest Rene Ritchie- 0 replies
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Vector is a news and analysis show focusing on the biggest stories, hottest trends, and most important issues in technology, past, present, and future. On this week's show, Christina Warren, senior tech analyst of Mashable, joins Rene to talk about Apple's just-completed WWDC 2014, including iOS 8, OS X Yosemite, developer features, Sherlocking, how they compare to Android, and what we want to see from Google IO. Subscribe in iTunes Subscribe in RSS Download directly Follow on Twitter Show notes Mashable WWDC coverage iMore WWDC coverage Guests Christina Warren of Mashable Hosts Rene Ritchie of Mobile Nations Feedback Question, comment…
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Withings Smart Body Analyzer WS-50 unboxing and setup
by Guest Mark Guim- 0 replies
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I want to lose weight and track my progress along the way. Sure, there are several scales available, but this is MobileFit month. I decided to check out the Withings Smart Body Analyzer (WS-50). It measures weight, body composition, heart rate and air quality. Withings has also partnered with hundreds of compatible apps such as RunKeeper, MyFitnessPal, and LoseIt. Want to see what you get when you buy the Withings Smart Body Analyzer? Check out our unboxing and setup video. Package contents: Smart Body Analyzer Carpet feet 4 AAA batteries Quick installation guide Setup: Make sure the batteries are inside. Press the pairing button for 2 seconds. Con…
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The most popular running apps for iOS, Android, Windows Phone and BlackBerry
by Guest Sam Sabri- 0 replies
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Earlier this week we highlighted the best running apps on Windows Phone, iOS, Android and BlackBerry. All month we'll be looking at the top apps across a variety of categories related to fitness. Why? It's #MobileFit month! We're exploring the intersection of a healthy lifestyle and technology. When we posted those top rated running apps, we also included a poll for the various communities to select their favorite running apps. Those results are in. Here are the best running apps according to you. To refresh your memory, here are the posts for each platform. Check them out to find a handful of great running apps for your mobile platform of choice: Best run tracki…
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I have Windows XP 2002 SP3..old school I know,it was a hand me down...I would like to upgrade...
by Guest Broken37- 0 replies
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I am pretty literate on the computer,I have no CD to install,I assume I can manually do it, hopefully,but as I have been reading,some or all of my files etc..could be lost in the upgrade,soooo how do I do this myself,free,and easily,I don't want to erase anything as I share with others or I don't want 2 delete my saved important info and documents,I have no printer,webcam,etc..I just do basic google searches,check emails,social media,games,resumes,I have tons of pics...can someone help me PLEASE!!! thanx Continue reading...
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Batch Help
by Guest eddiedunlop- 0 replies
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I want to write this line to text file from a batch file. echo >temp.txt I won't work, I have tried echo ^ and echo ^&^#160; Help Continue reading...
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NEED to REstore xp
by Guest Ocortez212- 0 replies
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Hello Everyone, I have a dell mini 910, I think the SSD maybe damaged. Because no matter how much I delete it still claims the memory is full. So I was thinking in order to get the mini working again, I would have to replace the SSD. However my mini did not come with a restore disk or boot drive. Does anyone know how I could restore the xp or get xp again after I buy the new SSD? Thanks for all your help in advance. Continue reading...
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try to install windows xp i received a blue screen saying that windows can't find any hard...
by Guest mathou25ux- 0 replies
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i am running a Intel celeron processor: 2.60 GHZ and a bios version of A05 i wanted to re-install windows xp and every time i put the windows xp installation CD it bring me to the blue screen that said windows setup can't find any hard disk drive install i search in the internet it says that i need to change my SATA configuration to IDE and when i go to the BIOS i see that it bypass the IDE but i can't change the setting to anything else plus help and thanks in advance Continue reading...
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Network disconnects frequently
by Guest DaveyStrong- 0 replies
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Original Title: Win 8 Not Connecting To Network So my laptop, which has been working perfectly fine for the past year, other than having to replace the hard drive, started not connecting to my home network. As for Ethernet, works, but I have to disable and re-enable for it to work. My laptop is a Gateway NE71B, with Intel Centrino Wireless-N 105 What I've tried: Running troubleshooter Restarting PC, nothing Uninstalling and re-installing drivers. Restarting Modem, I am able to get online for a few minutes before I get disconnected from the network. Reseting Modem(hitting the reset button) I am able to be on for 1-2 hours, but I also have to s…
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Please help me with removing all traces of a downloaded program application, or another...
by Guest AmandaW78- 0 replies
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Hi, I am using Windows 8 and I need help. I downloaded a zip file (from a friend who is programmer, and it is his newest program) and I extracted all the files, opened the .exe and began testing the program for him. I need to mention the program was written originally for Mac and was made in Filemaker Pro, he later made it so it would run in Windows since that's what I use. The program had a lot of issues so I gave him my notes, he made changes, then sent me the new version in a zip file, so I deleted the 1st one, the zipped folder and the unzipped one before downloading and opening the newer one. When I opened the newer one the program was not showing the changes he …
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Not able to access my e-mail , (microsoft identification , not possible ) while I am...
by Guest teresavicente-356- 0 replies
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It's un other case of Microsoft and it's security! They are sending the e-mail with the personal pin to un e-mail that I do not use over years and years, and I do not remember the older pin any more. and as I said I can't also access the e-mail where they send the required information , as well I'm not aloud to change that e-mail address. CAN SOME ONE HELP? Continue reading...
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Audio Troubles - YouTube sounds distorted and has an echo to it
by Guest Mathew Holmes- 0 replies
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Original title: audio troubles I have been using windows 7 and xp for a long time and am familiar with the sound level but ever since i got my windows 8 laptop, YouTube sounds distorted and has an echo to it. it isn't a massive problem but i cant enjoy the music that i always listen to which is a slight problem to me. if someone could help me then i would be very grateful. Continue reading...
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Failure configuring windows updates - just keeps restarting
by Guest AlexFowler- 0 replies
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Bought a brand new laptop and needed to restart. Now I just get the message 'failure configuring windows updates reverting changes. Do not turn off your computer'. It then eventually restarts and just does the same thing I can't get back into my laptop desktop screen!!! Help!!! Continue reading...
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The Sims 1 on windows 7 help
by Guest GTAfan2004- 0 replies
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I just installed The Sims 1 and it's expansions up to Superstar (yes. I installed them from order) i right clicked the icon, go to compatability, and clicked Windows XP (SP2). I ran as administrator and it went to the loading screen but about 3 seconds later, the game crashes to the desktop and says that "The Sims 800x600 has stopped working" remember, i ran as administrator. Continue reading...
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I have my Win7 OS and some core programs installed on a SSD with a HDD for the bulk of my programs. Several times lately, when I install programs, I change the default install location to install to the HDD. However, when the programs proceeds through installation, it ignores the location I specified and installs to a several levels deep string of Program Files (x86). ex. C:\Programs Files (x86)\Programs Files (x86)\Programs Files (x86)\Programs Files (x86)\Programs Files (x86)\Programs Files (x86)\*install location* It doesn't always install to the same folder. There are, as of right now, eight levels of "\Programs Files (x86)" with programs installed in all of…
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E-Drive not working
by Guest Tkm1958- 0 replies
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My e drive stopped working in April when upgrades to windows happened. I have SD discs from My camera with pictures that I would like to download. Please tell me what I need to do to get the driv3e working again. Continue reading...
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Why cant I find my stero mix in winodws7?
by Guest Ike Spangler- 0 replies
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I want to record my computers sound as I play game while recording with hypercam but I cant find stero mix to make it work? Please help Continue reading...