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Desktop starts flashing and cannot access any of my apps
by Guest NickM1977- 0 replies
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This has happened three times now - where my desktop constantly flashes and my computer become impossible to use as I can't access anything not even the internet or any of my apps. My computer's quite new - only 8 months old. I first had this problem around a month ago when I installed some new software (Anki: http://ankisrs.net/ its free software that displays flash cards for language learning). The only way I could fix it was refreshing windows 8. This fixed the problem - but after some windows updates this weekend the exact same problem came back. I did as before and refreshed windows but after just two days the problem is again back. I've now done a full re…
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Why are google websites giving ssl error
by Guest KiritNarain- 0 replies
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Hello, My computer is able to use the internet perfectly except when i try and connect to any google website(google.com , youtube, gmail etc) it gives me an ssl error saying Cannot connect to the real mail.google.com Something is currently interfering with your secure connection to mail.google.com. Try to reload this page in a few minutes or after switching to a new network. If you have recently connected to a new Wi-Fi network, finish logging in before reloading. If you were to visit mail.google.com right now, you might share private information with an attacker. To protect your privacy, Chrome will not load the page until it can establish a secure conne…
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Sound won't work!
by Guest JeffMorgan9887- 0 replies
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Hi I have a Pavilion 1060 w/ 64 bit Windows 7 Home Premium, Intel Core i5 @2.90 GHZ processor, 6 GB of RAM I have no idea what happened and I've been sitting here for awhile now feeling like a bit of a dummy because I can't get the sound to work. The speakers say they're working, the green light is on. The operating system shows nothing wrong that I can find anywhere, down in the taskbar it says everything is normal, and when you right click on that icon, nothing wrong. In the Device Manager it reports no problems. No yellow warning signs or anything. I have re-installed the audio drivers anyway, directly from HPs website just to be doubly sure in my troubleshoo…
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All my desktop and start icons changed to .lnk and are plain white after Windows update and...
by Guest JamesMcAneny- 0 replies
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I rebooted the computer after Windows update and I now cannot access any programs using the icons. Internet explorer can be accessed via help and support and clicking on any of the help suggestions. Photoshop can be run from the program file as can some others I tried so there is nothing wrong with the programs. I have tried using lnk_fix_w7which I don't know what to do with it and unassoc_1_4 does not work as it does not show .lnk in the listings when I run it. I cannot use system restore as it has not been working for some time. Can anyone suggest a remedy for this problem or would it be easier to reformat? James. Continue reading...
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changing motherboard/cpu
by Guest richrow2- 0 replies
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The following is a diagnostic report using the MGADiag tool. I believe it tells me it is safe to upgrade my motherboard/cpu/memory because under license type it reads: Retail. Is this correct? Diagnostic Report (1.9.0027.0): ----------------------------------------- Windows Validation Data--> Validation Code: 0 Cached Online Validation Code: 0x0 Windows Product Key: *****-*****-BVCYR-Q2CPM-RKMJ3 Windows Product Key Hash: FFP1PvfTshkmyczu9/X9sX0iGro= Windows Product ID: 00371-619-3473121-85352 Windows Product ID Type: 5 Windows License Type: Retail Windows OS version: 6.1.7601.2.00010100.1.0.048 ID: {3F23A5D3-CD26-4098-AB6E-CCD22ABE556C}(3) Is Admin:…
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fingerprint reader dell vostro 3750 is not detected after reinstallation of windows 7
by Guest Greg Roberts at Cloudcomm- 0 replies
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windows 7 64 bit noticed an update did not install
by Guest slkb(2)- 0 replies
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I have seen many posts and questions and answers to what seems to be my problem, but I cannot figure out what they are telling me to do for my specific problem. I have had no trouble installing updates through windows update until this one update. This is what the update reads: Security Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2871997) Installation date: 5/13/2014 4:52 PM Installation status: Failed Error details: Code 80070005 Update type: Important A security issue has been identified in a Microsoft software product that could affect your system. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. For a com…
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windows defender
by Guest sumannath- 0 replies
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please tell me how to stop the msmpeng.exe...it is using a lot of memory and my laptop is getting heated even at idle mode....i use windows 8 64 bit single language edition.....i hope to get the solution at the earliest Continue reading...
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windows defender
by Guest sumannath- 0 replies
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please tell me how to stop the msmpeng.exe...it is using a lot of memory and my laptop is getting heated even at idle mode....i use windows 8 64 bit single language edition.....i hope to get the solution at the earliest Continue reading...
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Complete removal of viruses: DOS/Rovnix.gen!A and Win64/Rovnix.gen!C
by Guest MikeBrady224- 0 replies
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I ran a full scan of my pc through the Microsoft Safety Scanner which found the above mentioned viruses. The clean up action only partially removed the viruses. How do I totally get rid of them? Continue reading...
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How do I include this threat so it can be viewed
by Guest Michael GarnerYN- 0 replies
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I want to attach this threat so it can be viewed but don't know how to. Can anyone help me figure a way to do this,please? Continue reading...
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"Search Saver" Browser tabs hijacked
by Guest buck2030- 0 replies
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Search Saver I got hit with this "Search Saver" tab and it a pain. I scanned with Malwarebytes which found 108 problems, then I did a full scan with virus program "Essentials" The problem has still continued , I went to "Program File\PCreg\service.exp" Deleted "service.exp" but did not delete "PCreg" . Should i have deleted "PC Reg"? What would the steps to be to edit the register? thanks dms Continue reading...
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Very slow loading for large webpages
by Guest HELLen76- 0 replies
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This is a problem that affects both my Ubuntu and Mint partitions, but not the win7 partition on this box. General browsing works okay, but things that require a POST back to the server or seem very AJAX heavy are completely unreliable. I can usually open up one gmail account and it's pretty functional, but opening up a second or third is extremely unreliable. Uploading an image or even POSTing a simple text form to other services is also super unreliable. 'Unreliable' in this context means a high chance that the post will time out. This happens on both Chrome and Firefox on both Ubu and Mint. Based on an AskUbuntu thread I've tried dropping my txqueuelen down to 50 an…
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Enabling Accelerated 3D Graphics
by Guest WhitePhoenix- 0 replies
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How do I enable accelerated 3D graphics? I looked all over the Control Center in whatever might control the monitor, display settings, etc., but I can�t find any settings for this. I suppose I might have to install something from the Software Manager, but I tried 3d graphics and nothing came up. I don�t really know what I should be looking for to install. Am I missing something or is there a recommended package to install? Continue reading...
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NAT64 with TAYGA and Linux Ubuntu
by Guest methodman3130- 0 replies
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I had tried to configure a NAT64 Linux Machine The settings was, two ethernet cards. eth0 was assigned with IPv6 and eth1 was assigned with IPv4.... My problem is, I cannot connect or ping to the hostB with an IPv4 address only from my hostA with IPv6 address only.... What might be wrong? Is it on Tayga configuration? Thanks.... Continue reading...
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Problems with OBD Auto Doctor in AUR.
by Guest TNFrank- 0 replies
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A month or so ago when I switch over to Manjaro I had no problems downloading and installing OBD Auto Doctor from yaourt, worked like a charm. Now when I try to install it I get this: Validating source files with md5sums... downloadfile.php?file=obd-auto-doctor_1.8.0_i386.tar.gz ... FAILED ==> ERROR: One or more files did not pass the validity check! ==> ERROR: Makepkg was unable to build obdautodoctor. so what's changed? Is this something that the AUR needs to address or the folks that came up with OBD Auto Doctor or who? I really need this program since it's the only one that really works with my ELM-327 OBD II Adapter. Any ideas from anyone? Thanks. …
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Linux Distro Deal Breakers.
by Guest TNFrank- 0 replies
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Over about the last year and a half I've done quite a bit of Distro Hopping so I've checked out quite a few different Distros with different desktops and core systems. I've come to identify a few things that are "Deal Breakers" for me when shopping for a new Linux Distro. 1) Can't/Won't find my wifi out of the box. If a Distro won't find my wifi right out of the box then IMHO it's not worth messing with since all I have are laptops that need wifi to work properly. Also, if I have to hunt down Networking in order to get wifi working it tends to put me off a an otherwise good Distro. 2)Hard to install/won't install. If I boot to a DVD or Live USB and it won't bring up …
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How to use Siri with typing instead of your voice on iPhone and iPad
by Guest Allyson Kazmucha- 0 replies
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Siri can answer hundreds of questions, respond to dozens of commands, and scour the web for information on a myriad of topics. Unfortunately Siri may not always understand you correctly or you may simply want to adjust your command or query. Luckily, you can easily edit the text Siri's responding to and have it give you an updated response. How to edit Siri questions and commands on iPhone and iPad Launch Siri by pressing and holding the Home button on your iPhone or iPad. Dictate a request. Scroll up to view the text you've spoken if it isn't on the screen already. Tap on the text you spoke in order to edit it. Change anything you'd like and then hit Done on t…
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Everpurse Mini iPhone charging wallet available for pre-order
by Guest Rene Ritchie- 0 replies
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The Mini by Everpurse is a large sized wallet that includes a built-in, in-line charger for the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5. Simply pop it up, pop your iPhone in, and you're off an charging. The original Everpurse was much bigger and hid the iPhone charger in a pocket. This one is small and anything but hides the iPhone. Whether that sounds like the best or dumbest idea ever will depend entirely on how you see the convergence of fashion and technology. Everpurse: Experience up to 48 hours of phone battery life — from zero to 100% three times. Place your iPhone 5 or 5s into Mini's aluminum charging dock, which embeds it safely on the backside of the wallet. Inside the har…
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Google's YouTube rumored to be buying video game streamer Twitch for over $1 billion
by Guest Rene Ritchie- 0 replies
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Google's YouTube is reportedly going to acquire popular video game streaming service, Twitch for more than $1 billion. Twitch lets Xbox and Playstation gamers share and watch live gameplay footage, and they claim more than 45 million visitors a month. According to Variety: The deal, in an all-cash offer, is expected to be announced imminently, sources said. If completed the acquisition would be the most significant in the history of YouTube, which Google acquired in 2006 for $1.65 billion. The impending acquisition comes after longtime Google ad exec Susan Wojcicki was named CEO of YouTube earlier this year. Depending if and how the deal ultimately shakes out, …
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AT&T acquiring DirectTV
by Guest Rene Ritchie- 0 replies
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AT&T has announced that they're planning to buy DirectTV. Rumored for weeks, the deal would give AT&T access to 20 million DirectTV customers and, theoretically, make them more competitive with Comcast, which is in the midst of their own merger with Time Warner Cable. What's especially interesting is that AT&T clearly sees this deal as fueling more than simply traditional television service: The premier pay TV brand with the best content relationships now poised to deliver video to multiple screens – mobile, TV, laptops and more – to meet consumers' future viewing and programming preferences The deal "implies a total equity value of $48.5 billion an…
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Calendars 5 goes free for two days
by Guest Joseph Keller- 0 replies
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Calendars 5, the smart calendar and task manager from Readdle, is available for free for the next two days on the App Store. The regular price is $6.99. Calendars 5 syncs with your phone's calendars, as well as Google Calendar. The app also integrates with Reminders, putting all of your upcoming events, and any tasks associated with them, in a single place. Calendars supports natural language input, letting you input new tasks and events easily. We recently named Calendars 5 as one of the best calendar apps for iPad. Now is the perfect time to give it a try, so go download it from the App Store now and check it out. Free (limited time) - Download Now …
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Developers: Make your Tiles Transparent for Windows Phone 8.1
by Guest Larry Lieberman- 0 replies
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As you have likely seen by now, Windows Phone 8.1 is full of many amazing new features, but perhaps one of the most visually striking is the new Start Background feature, which allows people to set their Start screen to have a background image displayed behind the tiles. Figure 1Start Background in Windows Phone 8.1 There’s just one thing though… in order for users to see the image behind the tiles, the app’s tile needs to have a transparent background, so if yours doesn’t have this yet, here’s how to do it. [Do note that if you used a transparent image asset for your tiles in Windows Phone 8.0, (which many did, since this is how you would have achieved a tile th…
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Unable to send messages, forward a message or reply to a message on MY" 'My MSN" e mail...
by Guest fedup2012- 0 replies
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I can receive and open all my emails in the normal fashion I can also move may emails or retrieve stored e-mails from my vatious folders. BUT I cannot send a new e-mail or forward an e mail. The system appears to crash and then I have to sign back in by clicking on the butterfly. When I logoff then log back in on internet explorer then click on outlook express I am able to send e-mails. But this is very inconvenient and cumbersom. I want to restore my ability to send e-mails from my "MY MSN" home page. Please advise. Continue reading...
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CANNOT READ EMAILS OR ACCESS ANYTHING ON OUTLOOK
by Guest toyaBecks- 0 replies
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I am able to log in but that is all. i cannot access anything else. Cannot read messages junk or otherwise can only see when messages come in but cannot read or open them. and in the left bottom hand corner it says messaging loading.......but nothing ever loads. Please help thank you in advance. Continue reading...