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Monitor that worked previously is now blurry
by Guest thedropshield- 0 replies
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Hello! I own a 22 inch widescreen monitor, an ACER AL1714 to be exact. Previously, my monitor was working fine. But right after a power outage, as soon as it was over, my monitor flashed to life and said "auto-adjust" and now it looks blurry. Now, I'm not really sure what the problem is and I've tried looking for answers everywhere. Before, the desktop background completely filled the monitor screen, but now it's cut off, as if the screen's been magnified. And as the title suggests, the monitor just looks a lot more blurry and not as it usually was. I've system restored, changed the screen refresh to 75, made sure the monitor is on 32-bit, but nothing is working. …
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Installed font displaying as default
by Guest Alison Fisher- 0 replies
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I downloaded and installed a font, and it is showing up in my fonts directory and in all my programs, but it always displays as the program's default font. Tried closing and re-opening programs, uninstalling and reinstalling the font, etc. I don't think it's a problem with the font file, as I know other people have used it. Continue reading...
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Is Windows 7 "C:\Users\All Users" folder supposed to be a Junction or a Symbolic Link?
by Guest JPDEsNEWS- 0 replies
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Is Windows 7 "C:\Users\All Users" folder supposed to be a Junction or a Symbolic Link? Continue reading...
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driver irql not less or equal to blue screen caused by mouclass.sys
by Guest Rob1230456- 0 replies
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i have been receiving blue screen error "driver irql not less or equal to" and i looked at the minidump files. It says the probable cause is mouclass.sys. I have no idea what this is nor how to fix this. Help? Continue reading...
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computer limits the time to download something. Where can I go on the computer to lengthen...
by Guest Jon757- 0 replies
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I need help finding what and where do I go to adjust the time it takes to download something. Before my computer shuts down the download, due to it reaching its preselected option which I preselected and want to switch back. Im having trouble finding that. And can't remember how I shortened the time. Does some one know where and what I need to look for and select in order to lenghten the time it takes to download something either on or offline? Continue reading...
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Why don't Microsoft update Virus definitions for MSE / Windows essentials ?
by Guest Mridu Harsh- 0 replies
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Now a days too many threats are around us on the internet. All antiviruses are updating to their latest malware definitions to detect malware more accurately. But on the other hand, Antivirus of Microsoft is still in its lowest score, position to detect. All antivirus products have better results than Microsoft's. Why is this so ? Is this so because they all are free, no that's not a reason. Many apps in the market are still free and having good results. Is there anyone who can give me a proper answer ?? Continue reading...
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on-line error message "riskware detected in file apcrtldr.dll. Access to file blocked"
by Guest FrankCasale- 0 replies
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I "googled" the file and learned that it has to do with "music/toolbar". I have not knowingly downloaded that nor could I find it listed in the Control Panel "uninstall/install" options. Likewise, I could not find the apctldr.dll find in a general search of the hard drive. The problem is severely annoying but seems not to prevent me doing anything. The annoyance is that there is a series of 2 pop-ups, the first requires me to choose to block the riskware. A second popup then requires to choose between losing it or getting more details. This process can come up as frequently as every minute or so. HELP!!!!! Continue reading...
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easylifeapp removal
by Guest mikep723- 0 replies
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Hi can anyone advise how to remove the easylifeapp from my laptop? Thanks Continue reading...
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how to remove spyhunter program it was a mistake when it was down loaded
by Guest DebraSpate- 0 replies
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The spyhunter was downloaded an is stopping me from clean up pop ups an it was a mistake when it was downloaded they word it like it from Microsoft Support an I can't find in the program to uninstall it its a Virus an I need to know how to remove it I've looked everywhere for it is there a way to uninstall it thank you . Continue reading...
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dear sir .2 weeks ago while looking at the junk file ,the p c turned off & never worked normal again. I had tried reinstalling from Acer factory default 3 DVD's and also from a system repair disk and finally started with a mirror image from a portable hard drive .But When I restart or shut down this pc, It goes in a loop saying p c did not start and keep searching till it says it can't find the Problem, ,then I click on Window Memory Diagnostics Tool then it searches ,eventually it START win 7 but same again I don't want to Restart or shut down Also I can't start a clean boot'. from om Continue reading...
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how to get 16:9 format when you export iMovie to QT
by Guest gerard karelse- 0 replies
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I have a iMovie project with 4:3 (SD) and 16:9 (HD) footage. I tried to export it (convert it) into QT. I selected "maintain screen format" ( I guess!) but the 16:9 frames are converted (changed) to 4:3 clips. I cannot figure out which (advanced option??) choice I have to make to get it right. I want the 16:9 clips to stay 16:9 in the QT movie or mp4 movie. BTW what is the best setting if I want the best possible picture quality (mpeg4, QT movie, advanced setting?) If I choose "full picture quality" in the "export movie" screen the quality is not very good (too much compression, as you can also see e.g. the 'size' of the movie after the conversion) I still work w…
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SLES 11 - linux32 confilicts with util-linux-2.19.1-6.48.12.
by Guest pwollenburg- 0 replies
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I am performing an Oracle R12.2 Installation SLES 11 SP3 for VMWARE. Oracle R12.2 requires linux32 to be installed but it confilicts with util-linux-2.19.1-6.48.12.x86_64 (Q)Is it okay to ignore the linux32 rpm? (Q)Does the util-linux package perform the same function as the linux32 rpm? In the (Oracle Doc ID 1330701.1) the package linux32-1.0-475.14.x86_64.rpm must be installed. When I try to install the package I find a conflict. I tried to uninstall the util-linux packae but there are many dependicies. Hostname:/pwoll/Patches # rpm -ivh linux32-1.0-475.14.x86_64.rpm Preparing... ########################################### [100%] file /usr/bin/linux3…
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The answer to the great question of
by Guest elija- 0 replies
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the meaning of life, the universe and everything is as we know from thgttg 42. There are many theories to why Douglas Adams chose 42 but no-one knows for sure. Well, Stephen Fry says that he was told the real reason on the condition that he takes it to his grave, so technically, there is one person. It is amazing some of the theories that you find and equally amazing where anti-depressants and tranquillisers will send a mind wandering. I have not found this on the web anywhere I have looked so there is every possibility that this is an original and *ahem* deep thought. Of course I could just be off my tits! Q1. What is 4 x 2? A1. 8. Which is how many bits there are…
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Keep getting an error relating to the 'cable needs reset' or 'not working due to previous current error'. There was a warning on install about changing permissions on the USB ports. Not sure how to do this. Any help wouild be apprciated. Continue reading...
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hacked again?
by Guest kubuntu14- 0 replies
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Hi all, I'm out in the backwoods so several months ago, I installed satellite internet. The first hour I was on the net, my machine was hacked. Following some commands I read about on Linux security, the IP address of the hacker resolved to the middle east. I've been using various flavors of Linux for a decade and never encountered anything like this. I immediately engaged a firewall by enabling UFW. I modified the sysctrl.conf for stop ping responses and to engage additional firewall protections. Still, I'd encounter some weirdness from time to time. For example, I'd find dialog boxes on the desktop with various apps complaining about me entering the wrong password…
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Unable to share folder on disk using Samba -Rights problem?-
by Guest TassadarLinux- 0 replies
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Hi All, I've a folder on my user folder that is shared using samba (shared with everyone), and works ok. I've a secondary 2TB disk formatted with ext4, and a folder on it that I want to share. My problem is that as soon as I share it with Samba (shared with everyone) it un-shares itself automatically. I suspect that it's a problem is caused by the rights on this secondary disk. I've use chown to take ownership on the disk: sudo chown -R elhtpc /media/elhtpc/STORE And I've also try chmod: sudo chmod -R 777 /media/elhtpc/STORE Problem persists. How can I share a folder content on this disk? Many thanks in advance Continue reading...
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Best barbecue and grilling apps for iPhone: On the Grill, GrillTime, The Photo Cookbook, and...
by Guest Allyson Kazmucha- 0 replies
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The best apps to help you master grilling techniques, time foods just right, and get fresh new ideas that keep your grill menu interesting! Looking for the best iPhone apps to help you make the most of your grill season this year? Whether you're preparing for a cookout or just want new recipe ideas to spice up your family's menu, there are tons of apps available in the iOS App Store that can help. Another important aspect of grilling is making sure all your veggies and meats are timed just right. And you guessed it, there are apps for that too! The real question is, what iPhone apps are the absolute best when it comes to becoming the ultimate grill master? GrillTime…
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Widgets in iOS 8: Explained
by Guest Rene Ritchie- 0 replies
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Extensibility is one of the biggest new features in iOS 8 — and OS X Yosemite —because it's also one of the most important, most enabling new technologies to come to Apple's mobile platform since the launch of the App Store. With Extensibility, developers can project their app's interface and functionality into everything from Notification Center and Share Sheets to DocumentPicker, custom keyboards, and other apps. What's more, they can do so securely, using the phenomenal encryption built right into iOS. The Notification Center part is all about widgets in the Today view. So, how does that work? Days of widgets past The idea of "widgets" date back to the earl…
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New and updated apps: Spotify, Fotomagico, MiX 16 Pro
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 new version of Spotify, something to make air travel less stressful, a pro-level photo slideshow app for the Mac and more! New and updated iOS apps Tank of Tanks: Free today only. Local multiplayer combat for up to four players. A one-button tank arcade game. Free - Download now Spotify 1.3.0: Popular streaming music service. Now lets you search your downloaded music while offline. Free - Download now App in the Air 3.5.1: Air travel…
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JET magazine goes all digital with release of new app
by Guest Joseph Keller- 0 replies
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JET magazine is releasing its app today, replacing its print offering with an all-digital strategy. The phone and tablet app will update content on Fridays, and contain exclusive digital content. The app has all the material readers loved from the magazine, in addition to content only a digital magazine can provides. The JET app will contain video interviews, digital maps, audio content, and more interactive content. Also included are 3D images, a 360-degree view of the JET Beauty, and exclusive access to video content. The app also comes with a free 30-day period for all subscribers, after which a subscription will cost $19.99 per year. You can download JET Digit…
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If you want to have the absolute best video and audio quality from a broadcast, better than cable, satellite and even fiber, then digital broadcasts provided free and over the air to an antenna is for you. It gives you everything that is great about digital, and lets you avoid overly aggressive compression at the same time. So, where do you start? On Vector 38: Cord-cutting I gave an overview of how cord cutting works, what's involved, and why people might want to consider it. Give it a listen. Over the air broadcasts are not new. They've been around for decades. Before cable came to town,the only way to catch your favourite television shows was via analog signals f…
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SOUND
by Guest RhonaMcCole- 0 replies
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All sound has disappeared from computer; no start-up sound, no beeps, no radio, no you tube sound......................Please help. <IE8> Continue reading...
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Eliminate Administrative Errors
by Guest SandyCatherman- 0 replies
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I was contacted by phone today. First red flag. I have over 5,000 administrative errors. How can I get rid of them? Continue reading...
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Auto Play
by Guest AbacusUR- 0 replies
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The auto play dialog box keeps appearing on the screen and interferes with my use of the computer. It won't go away even after I click on cancel, and once it's showing I am unable to type anything into the computer from the keyboard. <IE8> Continue reading...
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Audio error code 10 on the computer.
by Guest just4timepass- 0 replies
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ASRock 11945-17b BIOS Version ConRoe 1333-D667 1.0, Intel Pentium dual cpu E2140 (64 bit supported) I've tried everything, from downloading all available realtek audio driver versions and even reinstalling windows but nothing works (earlier it was working fine with realtek 1.83). i don't have extra sound card installed, just the inbuilt motherboard sound device. i'm using windows xp sp2, everything was working fine until 2 weeks back. Also there was PCI Device error and SM bus controller error, it was fixed by installing updates but for audio driver nothing works not even updates. Is there any other audio driver for intel 945 motherboard other than realtek?…