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7651.

Solve : Accessing The Task Manager!?!?

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Everytime I press alt-control-delete, my screen pops up with a little box with a red x on it that says the task manager has been DISABLED by the administrator. I am on the administrators account and only have the account active on the XP system. I WOULD appreciate any help that anyone can provide So I can access my task manager.

ThanksThere may be a solution....What computer is this? Your own? SCHOOL? Work?I had the same problem, after i downloaded limewire !

If this is the case mearly uninstall and things should go back to normal ! Hello please stay calm and post a hi jack this LOG. other then that ill search through my bookhmmmm.... i also encountered that kind of problem, then i try to manage it by repairing my OS, my still it doesn't work, so i decided to back up all my files and FORMAT my OS again..... this such problem may be cause by a virus....

7652.

Solve : custimizing my computer?

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Does ANYONE KNOW anything that can custimize your computer REALLY good to look like your computer is from the future with new technoligy?If anyone knows anything I would be really happy if it is really good.Your own imagination and skills.Take a look at some of these sites: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=PC+case+modding&spell=1http://pages.prodigy.net/amp2/essential.htmdownload a suitable theme for your computer,add a cool background,screensaver maybe..have you ever see desktop sidebar?its awesome for me!oh,forgot to tell,download stardock at stardock.com
make your desktop looks like an Apple.....
but beware,these 'monster' eat lot of MEMORY..

7653.

Solve : webcam sound?

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HI.I have been having trouble GETING the sound on my creative live webcam.If ANYBODY knows how to get the sound to work please tell me.I just got it at walmart.what WINDOWS do you have?? and more information on your computerFollow this linkSaviour, COULD you shorten the link...?Short enough for ya? That's more LIKE it.

7654.

Solve : its all gone?

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Ok I moved my desk and COMPUTER Just about 6 feet. My 3 1/2 Floppy drive and my D drive booth vanished no where to be found. I am about to scream. Where did they go. Help please.The more specific you are the more help we can be;
how many ways to access the drives have you tried?I have tried all I know I went into drives and found NONE I been all through the data base. They are just gone. and I have no Idea what happened. I have WORK data on the computer I cannot afford to lose.have you check the cable?could be loose when you DRAGGING you desk.if it is,re-connect.

7655.

Solve : Computer problems...please help :(?

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Okay so if im posting this in the WRONG place, then someone please move it lol but anyway, recently, my computer has pretty MUCH gone to h**l..So many things wrong with it an i cant seem to get anything working...1st off..

I can no longer do "ctrl+alt+delete" this was the 1st thing i noticed, it says its been disabled by my administrator. I searched google on how to fix this, an was told to do the "run..." thing an type in regedit: or w/e, nothing worked with the "run..." thing, it also says its diabled...

Next is these d**n CiD: pop UPS i keep getting. I checked on this also, an was told its an add-on an needs to be removed via "add an remove programs" only probably is...i cant remove anything. What ever this is, its screwed with that as well. Half my programs i have arnt even LISTED in the "add an remove programs" such as adobe, camtasia, my spyware programs etc. An what is listed, i cant uninstall. One i tried getting rid of happened to be MSN, which is listed, but when i click it, theres no remove button, i even tried some of my programs by clicking start an finding it listed an removing it that way, still nothing.

On top of all that, what ever got put into my computer, also messed with my home page. It has a google search bar (doesnt look like the page though) but everything is in freaken spanish!

What every this is, its also eating up what little memory i have left. Now i got maybe 700+ MB of space left...an i had a couple GB of space, i cant even do a disk defragment because i only got 2% of free space on my computer. I cant even run World of Warcraft any more ;.;

What do i do? i need some major help for those willing lol im no computer expert an to please explain things in full detail so that i can accuaily understand it lol thank you..

edit: also fergot, i also wanna add that my computer desktop will no longer display any images as well, this was the very 1st thing that started...please dont give me links thats only going to require me to spend any or a ton of money just to get my computer working, i cant afford that Start with this Malware Guide:

http://www.saviour-pc.com/forums/view.php?pg=malware_guideQuote from: The Saviour on September 08, 2007, 10:36:44 PM

Start with this Malware Guide:

http://www.saviour-pc.com/forums/view.php?pg=malware_guide

Really nice guide Steve. Two thumbs up for you.....RobertCredit goes to unloved warrior and CBMATT...

But thanks, anyway, Robert.
7656.

Solve : how to burn .ima with Nero??

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Hi,

How do i burn .ima files using NERO? I tried to burn it using Nero then i BOOTED from the CD and it wouldn't boot. I loaded it in as a image file. Do i need to convert from .ima to .ISO? How do i do that convert if i need too?This depends on which VERSION of Nero you're using...

Doing a Google search...I found the following link...see post #7 of this link:

http://forums.techguy.org/multimedia/582358-solved-burn-image-file.html

Hope it was useful...

7657.

Solve : E machine 820 wont switch on?

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My desktop wont switch on at on off BUTTON,but does switch on by itself randomly..We did encounter a virus which we scanned & also used restore too..We scanned the pc in safe mode & it constantly restarted the pc having found issues,THUS not allowing US the CHANCE to delete any issues found.Now we are unable to actually even switch on the pc at all...does anyone have any ideas???Is it still under warranty?

Sounds like a bad power supply unit. (PSU).No its not under warranty but prior to it not swiching on the power supply functioned fine & only after it stopped us SCANNING to remove trojans & virus did it also stop us being able to switch on the pc...But it will switch itself on randomly...Can you boot with your Windows install disk?

7658.

Solve : Stargate?

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We got any STARGATE fans here?YEAH b***h i am in sg4 Yeah your the noob archaeologist who DIES at the start of every EPISODE.

7659.

Solve : Another installation in process?

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I keep getting this error whenever i wanna install something " Another installation is in process, finish that installation first". But even if i restart or whatever it wont fix, how do i get rid of this ? :!What SORT of installer do your programs require?
InstallWise? Microsoft Installer?

Press ALT+CTRL+DEL > "TASK Manager" check for any other "hidden" programs running the installer application.

Check your statup applications for things you dont recognize, or anything that you never see actually running. (Start> Programs> "Startup" ) Microsoft Installer, but i have no idea what files should be running and what should be, maybe i should just take a screenshot of my taskbar and show U ? Try This

Edit: Link Repaired...sorry 'bout that...Try what ??... that link doesn´t work ?How do i remove Windows Installer configuration information ?Quote from: DethKeik on September 04, 2007, 05:18:44 PM

How do i remove Windows Installer configuration information ?

The download link is about 1/2 way down the page...DLoad and run it.Problem is i cant Install it, " Another installation in process :O"Try opening Task Manager by hitting CTRL+ALT+Delete...look to see what installer program is running. This could be anything from an aborted program install to a failed Windows update.
If you are able to determine what it is un check it and see if this helps...
If not re-boot into safemode and run the installer fix i listed.
Then re-boot and you should be good to go...Well when i ENTER safemode i cant even open the installer says i dont have permission Talk to whoever is the Admin on this machine...
7660.

Solve : The Fermi paradox?

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I dont know which episode but im *censored* sure he did say it..... it was the one where he trys to FIND his dad i think ....So MUCH for the paradox...OK then find it ? data is COOL

7661.

Solve : application for a job with tech guys ?! :( help :D?

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Ok guys ive beening browseing the net looking for work ..... and i have applied for a few jobs so far , but because i havent got any formal qulafactions i cant type up a C.v so im stuffed there .... can you guys take a look at what im going to send to the tach guys as a statement sort of thing requesting a interview... thanks all anything you think i need to change or add please please say?!

Tony



Dear recruitment

I want to apply for a job with tech guys due to my advance self-taught knowledge in computer hardware and software , over the last year or so i have had lots of free time , so i decided to teach myself how to build and create my own computer which includes installing the motherboards drivers and the O.s of my choice , i have succded in my self-training , and i feel im ready to apply for a job with professionals such as yourselfs , i havent atached a c.v due to leaveing school at a young age , and i dont have any formal qualifications or work experience to show you, i can understand they may look like weakness 's but i really feel up to the challange in helping people out with there day to day computer needs , and i can assure you i am far from novice at what i can do i feel i would be a asset to your company as i am a strong TEAM builder and extremely encouraging to others around me , working with computers means more to me than anything in life i spend all my time making the ones i have built BETTER , if i was to receive a email back with a interview it would boast my moral and help me pursue a small part of my dream .

Thank you very much for reading .

ps. a short list of my abilities

hardware abilities :

1. install a new motherboard into a computer
2. install any type of cpu
3.install memory
4.install a gpu
5.install a psu
6.install the heatsink fan
7.install a harddrive sata or ata
8.install a cd/dvd drive
9.install all wires and POWER leads correctly
10. change the cmos battery


software abilities:

1. install any O.s onto a any harddrive
2.back up data to another drive
3.install any software
4.write discs
5. repair any software
6. heal virus's
Tony - sorry mate but I've gotta be negative again. Please don't take this personally, I'd like to believe that you could hold down a responsible job in IT but your job application ranks among the worst I've seen and I've seen plenty. I think you need professional assistance to create an application, perhaps you could approach an English teacher at your old school or a careers adviser there.

Did you think to spell-check your application and why are there no paragraphs or sentences in the main section of your application?

Rite, down to the nitty-gritty. Whoever reads your letter or e-MAIL will be trying to get a minds-eye picture of you and make a decision as to whether or not it might be worth committing to a face-to-face interview.

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Dear recruitment

I want to apply for a job with tech guys

Dear recruitment? What happened to Dear Sirs or Dear Mr Somebody or dear Miss Jackson?

I want to apply... You don't want to, that's what you're doing. So you could/should begin with "I hereby apply for employment with your company" or, IMHO, even better "I wish to be considered for employment within your company." This does not specify which job, you just want to be considered for employment within the organization.

Next could come a concise but factual description of yourself. Nowhere in your application do you give any details of any personal circumstances, not even your age, where you currently live and for how long you've lived there, or any prior/current employment experience, domestic status, sports/recreational involvement etc.

Now comes the unfortunate bit about not having any qualifications.... Try this..

"Unfortunately, due to family circumstances, I had to abandon formal education in (put the month and year here) without any formal qualification. Since then I have concentrated on personal computers, both hardware and software, and have gained a reputation among friends as a Mr Fixit whenever they have experienced problems. I have signed up for evening studies in computer related subjects and intend to pursue these studies in order to gain some qualification."

working with computers means more to me than anything in life Don't ever dare to put this in any application, never ever. Your application may be received by a doting mother who reads that you have a beautiful daughter whom you would put into second place to a hard-drive+processor+a-few-wires. You didn't mean that so don't say it.

if i was to receive a email back with a interview it would boast my moral and help me pursue a small part of my dream .


You have not defined your 'dream'. And why use the word dream, it might tend to indicate that you are a dreamer rather than being able to apply cool calm logic to every problem. It is not the job advertiser's intention to boost your morale. How about:

"My long-term intention is to be a valued member of a problem solving team such as exists within your company. I believe I have much to offer as a knowledgeable and loyal employee. I look forward to receiving your response as soon as possible."

As to the short list of your abilities. You have demoted them to being a ps whereas if you want to promote your abilities you should be emphasizing
them. However, in the context of the job application, I don't think you should include such specifics. Why? In the hardware abilities list I know of 14-year-olds who are doing these things every week just for the fun of it. In the software list #1 stretches the imagination just a little, as does #5. You should leave the abilities description until the Q&A part of a face-to-face interview.

After all that I still believe that you need professional assistance in preparing your application.

All the best.




Truthfully, I also have to agree with Dusty on this one. Currently working at McDonald's I'm sure you'd have more job experience than me. Though I believe that the purpose of a job application form is not to conduct the interview by mail. You seem to be doing this in some ways, especially in stating your abilities. You are trying to persuade the application's reader that you are a person that is worth interviewing and has potential to contribute to the business, usually moreso than other people. At the interview itself you will probably reinforce this and be asked of your specific skills. Although you can exaggerate to an extent, you should not make false claims that can not possibly be true. Just prove that you have potential, you shouldn't really be focusing on whatever 'flaws' you may have in the area.

Take Dusty's points into account, I'm sure he'd be inclined to help you in more areas, but none of us are going to write this for you word for word. Again, I'm no job interviewee expert and Dusty has covered this all much more thoroughly. Best of luck.Sorry to be negative, but I agree with the above points.
If you want some help with your application, I'll give you a hand with it.
You really need a CV as well, and some references.The way i was taught to do a CV - This is just an example


Curriculum Vitae

Contact Details

NameYour Name here

Address Your address here


Academic Qualifications

You must have some quifications.. Any thing heath and safty certificate ( you can twist it to make it look relevant )


Employment History

June 2004-present day
Elvet Bridge
Durham City

As an undergraduate student I undertook regular weekend and (seasonal) full-time work in a busy local café to supplement my income and keep a tangible link with the ‘real’ world. Working at O’Brien’s taught me the importance of customer service and gave me a strong sense of personal responsibility. It also taught me the intrinsic value of working hard, and the necessity for co-operation within any team or business structure. I also have been working as a part time supervisor for the past two years, which required that I be able to manage staff and stock, and was responsible for avoiding shortages of either. This taught me to resolve conflicts in the workplace and to take on increased duties, as well as to work unsupervised.

Personal Statement

I chose to study law because I enjoy work that is intellectually stimulating and requires attention to detail, and because it offered the opportunity to work in a field that would benefit society. I bring commitment and enthusiasm to any work I undertake, and have good communication skills, coupled with a creative, inquisitive mind and a hard working nature, as well as years of customer service experience.

Hobbies and Interests - This is your section !! you want to go wild here explaining every thing you can do, you can monitor a network you here out on a local website with very challenging problems etc

I enjoy reading and writing, and currently write for Durham 21, an award winning student website. I am a member of the Law Society at Durham, and of the Durham Union Society, which allows me to take part in debates and attend lectures. Other hobbies include languages, English, spanish, French, German, Afrikaans, Bulgrian, Dutch and Finnish. Keeping aware of developments in intellectual property law, as well as legal developments generally has always been important to me, and I take a keen interest in current events, especially politics and economics on a national and global scale. I also enjoy creating and completing cryptic crosswords. I am currently learning computer programming and revising my numeracy skills.

References



Dude,

You need to apply online to the Tech Guys. Click on the careers tab on their site.

Below is an advert for a team member - They ask for computer experience not qualifications (these can be gained anytime). Don't worry if you don't have all the skills asked for, if they think you suitable they will train you in the others.

Team Member - Starting Salary between £13k - £16k plus benefits

We are looking for a team to help grow the success of The TechGuys service outlet. You will need:

good working knowledge of PC technology and computing operating systems;
a proven track record of achievement in problem solving for customers in a highly demanding environment;
to ideally have experience in a technicians role or business-to-business sales role
passion for delivering a personalised and outstanding customer service;
to naturally encourage a spirit of teamwork by providing additional support in all areas of the store.

More importantly you need a self confidence boost. Believe in yourself or no-one else will.

Give out your full CV details no matter how "poor" you may think them. As long as you can explain it away as having very little direction when you first left school until you discovered computers and now realised the direction you were now seeking.

Mention your wealth of practical experience with your computers and those of family and friends. Don't forget to mention the help you give here. It is all experience that counts.

Lastly try to be a little less "needy". They do not give jobs to people to give them a boost. They give jobs to people because they need someone to do the job. Instead let them know you are hardworking and looking to become a valuable and produtive part of their team helping the computer using public.

ANd more lastly - don't worry if you get knocked back. It doesn't mean you weren't suitable. it means someone else had slightly more experience than you that time. You can reapply for that and other jobs Don't forget all the small computer stores around when applying. They would be a great opportunity for you to start out.

Good luck.

Edited:


I would be lieing if i said the truth didnt hurt i lack a lot of typeing skills , spelling and that , my overall paragrath isnt to good because i belive in the long run , why would they want to higher someone like me , whjen theyu could higher someone with formal Quals .... im trying because it doesnt hurt to try ........ will i get a interview who knows .... only time will tell , thanks dusty that was a huge eye opener !!! you the man Tony - thanks for your understanding.

"im trying because it doesnt hurt to try ." Real words of wisdom which I will pass on to others.

Note that in Mektek's post the quoted ad calls for experience not qualifications.



7662.

Solve : weird problem latley?

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Hi guys and GALS, didnt quite know how to search for this particular problem so i came here, every time i turn on my pc, i can't hit the X to close windows, i can't click on folders or close programs running by the clock, i have to hit Ctrl + Alt + Del then it responds again, i tried reformatting but it did not help the problem, it started about 3 weeks ago, and i been trying to figure it out on my own but i can't

I have done virus scans i use Kaspersky, i tried adware scans with adware SE it all brings up nothing, i tried error CHECKERS like error nuker it didn't fix it either, hope somone can help me i'd appreciate it i'll put as much info about my pc as i can


(bare with me it is old but works fine usually)

700Mhz Emachines 700ID
256MB Sdram
64 MB video Nvidia Geforce4 440-SE - Newest Drivers
16Bit Soundcard
80GB hardrive
OP Windows XP Pro
DirectX 9.0CI'm supposing that the X to which you refer is the Close thingy in the top RH corner of your screen. Are you using Firefox, Internet Explorer or some other browser. Whichever it is are you fully up-to-date with updates for the browser and your OS?

yes its the X to close folders and web browsers ect, i use firefox, but its not internet problem its the entire pc, i can't hit the [X] on any programs, its like all my programs switch to the background, but i cant bring them back up to the foreground, when i right click on a program and go to exit or close, it doesn't work, i cant SELECT it, when i hit ctrl+alt+del it works again for a while, another thing its doing latley, when i watch videos on zoomplayer it rewinds itself randomly, and on web browsers it randomly goes back to the previous page, like if i hit backFaulty mouse?hmm.. well its a wireless logitech mouse if you think it might be the mouse i'll get a new 1 it is kinda old, at this point i'd try about anything cause its annoyingIt could be but if your able to click on other things such as icons, start menu etc then i doubt it...

Did you get an install cd with the mouse ? if you did try reinstalling it ! Quote from: Fed on August 27, 2007, 02:38:27 PM

Faulty mouse?

thx guys it appears to have been the mouse, i installed SETPOINT software for it and it hasnt happened again, whats weird is it was working fine before i reformated for awhile, then it just started randomly thx againDrivers from time to time will become corrupt for absolutely no APPARENT reason...Glad to hear you are fixed up.

Welcome to CH and stop by anytime.
7663.

Solve : Need a pat on the back-or kick in the rear.?

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Hi all, I've been pondering my first pc build and am somewhat reluctant to start it. I've never built one, I'm not a super pc geek. I can work on cars and have reached the point of being sick of oem computers. You'd think there were goverment secrets on oem pc information. I've spent several hours making 2 build lists one in the 570 dollar range and one just over a $1000. I just need a little input should I try the cheaper build first or just go for the big boy. From all the threads I've read there's always problems and I don't know my way around a bios. No idea about timing or several any number of things. This may be a foolish post but I'm kinda unsure about this whole thing.

P.S. Side note I had thought of getting a motherboard compatible with my cpu and making baby steps. Just to get started that might be silly but I sure would hate to have a $1000 dollar paper weight.It depends what you want your PC for as to how much you spend on it.
If you're doing web browsing and typing letters, there's no point spending loads on the latest and greatest.
If you were to tell us what you want this PC for, we can go over your parts list and suggest improvements or changes if necessary, if you like.
My advice is to read up as much as you can before starting, and make sure that everything you get is 100% what you want and that all the components are compatible and reliable.
Then when you get started, take your time and be careful.First build list is cheaper of the two with room for later upgrades.

apex tu-163 atx full tower case(350wattpsu)

evga 122-ck-nf66-t1 lga 775 650i ultra atx

asus eax1550/td/256m radeon 256mb 128-bit gddr- video card

intel celeronD 360 cedar mill 3.46ghz lga 775(upgrade to duo core when cheaper)

patriot extreme performance 2gb(2x1gb)240-pin ddr2 sdram ddr2 800 (pc6400) dual ch.kit

maxtor stm3160215as 160gb sata

lite-on 20x dvd+-r sata

xp pro oem not retail version

build option two better stuff all around still not top line

asys ck-1022-2 atx full tower

evga 122-ck-nf67-t1 lga775 680i lt sli

evga 256-p2n761-ar geforce 8600 gts 256mb 128-bit gddr3 sli ready(one for now)

corsair cmpsu-520hx ATX12V v2.2 and eps12v 2.91 520 watt

crucial ballistix 2bg(2x1gb) 240pin ddr2 sdram ddr2 800 dual channel

seagate barracuda 7200.10 st3160815as 160gb sata (2 of these)

philips 20x dvd burner atapi/e-ide

asus dvd-rom atapi/ide

xp pro oem build version not retail package


I do more gaming than anything else no work related stuff. Web surfing and the regular stuff. I'm not one of the people who has to play with settings maxed out. I will be happy at medium settings(usually) but want pc to be stable. I've had heat issues, lost drivers and all that kinda thing I really just want a reliable system that can be tinkered on if need be. All the oem computers that I've had are hard to deal with (support sucks) lots of extra stuff I dont want. Anyway thats it. Thanks





You may want to check into a better MBoard/CPU combo...for a little more you could probably fit into either of those builds and budget say an ASUS MBoard and Intel 6600CPU which have dropped dramatically in price.Or a Pentium Dual Core CPU, or a C2D E4300/4400.
Your first build doesn't mention a GPU (is it integrated?), and the second omits the CPU.
Another thing . . . you can drop to slower RAM to save some cash, DDR2 800 speed is overkill for most things, slightly slower speeds won't make much of a difference.
The 8600GTS is a good choice, NICE powerful mid-range card and the option for SLI later makes it a good upgrade path as well.Isn't the 6600 a dual core ? ?I noticed I'd omitted the cpu on second build list. I was looking a c2d but havent decided on one. The e4300 is SUPPOSED to overclock like mad but I dont have any experience oc'ing. The gpu for the first list is there it was a asus radeon x1550 256mb.
Also took a harder look at the asus motherboards they seem better but I dont have a clue about how to gauge which is better for what I need. The chipset thing is what I really dont know about. I understand all chipsets are not created equal but don't know which is better. You guys are great and I really want to thank you for your time.Quote from: patio on September 03, 2007, 07:39:02 PM

Isn't the 6600 a dual core ? ?
Indeed it is.
What I meant by Pentium Dual Core is Intel's new range of (supposedly budget) CPUs. Cheap, but powerful, and overclock well. Just the ticket for my next build. And I only suggested a different CPU because, over here at least, the 6600 is pretty expensive, there's a fair gap between it and the E4300/4400. It's getting rarer too, as the E6x50 series supersedes the E6x00 line.

The E4300 is a powerful CPU anyway, even without overclocking.
And for games, the CPU isn't too important, as long as it is fairly powerful, which any Core 2 Duo is.
The graphics card is the main factor for 3D performance.
I see the X1550 listed now, my mistake. But avoid that card, it's not very powerful. Although the naming suggests it is just below the X1600, it is not - it's just a jumped-up X1300.
My advice is to get an 8600GT or GTS.

As regards motherboards, as FAR as I'm concerned either of those is fine, but I don't have a lot of experience with motherboards myself. For me, if it has some USB ports and some SATA ports, and SLI (if it's for a gaming rig) then it's fine for me. But, if patio says you can do better, then you probably can - see what he has to say.Just curious Calum...what range of pricing are you seeing in your neck of the woods on the 4300/4400 ? ?
On my end the 4400 runs $129.00 with the 6600 coming in at $200.00...

On the MBoard side of things i'm not familiar with the brand mentioned.I'm seeing £42 on the Pentium Dual Core E2140, £75 on the E4400, and £103 on the E6650.
The E6600 isn't available from the shops I frequent, the 6650 has taken its place.

EVGA is a brand I'm familiar with, but usually for video cards.Great. Now i gotta google the currency converter ? ?

Oops sorry . . . £1= just over $2.
According to XE.com's converter, the above prices are $85, $152, and $209 (ROUNDED).Quote from: Calum on September 06, 2007, 04:22:40 AM
Oops sorry . . . £1= just over $2.
According to XE.com's converter, the above prices are $85, $152, and $209 (rounded).

I was actually kidding,,,watching the Markets bury my money from time to time has taught me to keep up with the conversion rates...silly as they may be.

7664.

Solve : I don't know where else to go!? Darn comp!?

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Sorry...mispelled it, huh?
Ruined the whole effect...Quote from: street1 on September 09, 2007, 04:52:01 AM

Quote from: sweetinsanity07 on September 08, 2007, 05:00:26 PM
ok so thanks to everyone who tried to help....but i bit the bullet and just started completely over and now everything is gone.... OH well it works again...

Wow! You sure jumped the gun.

Yeah....I did, but its ok...I didn't lose anything important. I'm just glad my computer works again...

OH! but now its giving me a message that somethings wrong with my registry...I downloaded a registry cleaner, it told me i had 43 errors and that i had to actually BUY the stupid thing to fix it... Any suggestions?I wouldn't recommend using those sorts of programs, as a lot of them are not authentic, or just show errors to make you buy the program. A good free FILE cleaner and registry editor is CCleaner (without the Yahoo! toolbar). And be sure to have antivirus software installed, or you may have troubles with it soon.Think about it...you just re-installed XP...
So how would it be possible for the registry to get that wonked in less than a day ? ?

What is the name of this QUESTIONABLE software anyways so we can all be on the lookout for it ? ?

I fear all that program has done is seperate you from some hard earned CASH.
7665.

Solve : Have no 3.5 floppy drive, want to back up folders / files?

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My newest (basement) home computer doesn't have a 3.5 disc drive. I purchased a stand alone zip drive (for the sole purpose to transffer files from my original home computer (1st floor computer) onto the basement ONE. Also, the basement computer has ADDITIONAL available USB ports that I could install a "memory stick" (I think that's what you call it) into. I also have a CD burner and DVD burner on the basement computer. I would like to back up files on the basement computer in case the hard drive crashes.

Basement computer USES Windows XP.
I looked up the folder / file sizes in "properties" of the ONES I want to back up.
They are;
folder #1 size: 125mb size on disc: 131mb
folder #2 (my documents) size: 1.21GB size on disc 1.21GB
folder #3 size: 232mb size on disc: 233mb
folder #3 size: 5.76mb size on disc: 16.0mb

Is a Zip cartridge the most economical and fastest way to back up the above?
Can a "memory stick" work for the above and be economical & speedy?

I plan to back up the files every 2wweks or so. I thought burning a CD would be time consuming and EXPENSIVE over time. Your thoughts?

Also, keep it simple... I am far from profecient on computers!burn to one blank dvd if you can or a couple cds

7666.

Solve : Help asap. my cpu is flashing a yellow light and not green?

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Can someone please tell me why the green light on the front of the cpu is yellow and not green? im running windows xp. i cant turn it on or even use the comptuer. i need an answer asap, i am USING that computer for schoolTypically this means a power supply problem....


Is this a dell ?yes it is. i havent been ablt to use it since i got it for school. does that mean i have to get a new power cord?You should try a new power cord sometimes that is all that is the problem other times its the PSU inside the computer

alright. so i got an extra power cord ILL try that today... but if it is the psu then ill need to get a new one?YEP i RECKON so

7667.

Solve : audio/video delay?

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My COMPUTER tends lip sync when I watch musical VIDEO clips.
Slight delay between audio and video how do I fix pls?

o/s milleniun 2000
capacity 4 gig
free 2.61 G
I have 6 g of internet download

I only use email and the internet. I have tried basics ie delete files/ games.Disk Defragmenter
What else can I delete or is there is a way around this as my needs seem to be only speed.(I THINK )
7668.

Solve : Levels of expertise.?

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oh i see .....opened my eyes dear!(why am i USING dear word!!!!!!)I dont no dear.... Spero-T no need to take the revenge here ........leave those things for PM!!No problem dear very SMART Spero-T ( good for you that you modified your post) you know the HIGHER authority dear and dearest!Quote from: Spero-T on August 31, 2007, 05:19:38 AM

I dont no dear.... melt!
but im displaying your orignal post anyway! No problem dear !!

Melt !! Play niceley or I'll slap both your legs. This thread is going WAY off topic.
Locked.
7669.

Solve : i think i need some advice?

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hi y'all!

i am pretty new to this computer stuff, but my parents offered to buy me a computer for school and i think i might take them up on it... that said, i don't know anything about them! i don't really need it to do a whole lot, just internet research and maybe microsoft word, ETC. i won't play games on it or anything. i would rather have a desktop, but i am not living in one place long enough to want to get service from any providers, and i didn't know what other ways you could log onto the internet or anything. i think LAPTOPS maybe have some kind of CARD you can use to connect to the internet? i really have no idea what i am talking about, but if any of you have any time and can help me out i would really APPRECIATE it!!

thank y'all!!If you're not doing anything advanced, almost any laptop will suit you.
Almost all laptops nowadays come with wireless abilities built in, which MEAN you can connect to wireless hotspots, typically paying a fee for a certain amount of time.
Is that what you want?Yes i think what calum suggests will suit you the most, laptop will be the best option for you. infact im buying a laptop next month for exactly the same reason. You might want to check the availability of hotspots in your area and what fees they charge. In my area there is not a hotspot within 50 miles of my house.

7670.

Solve : Calculators?

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Quote from: Dilbert on September 27, 2007, 04:30:27 PM

Texas Instruments. Easy to use INTERFACE on their TI-83 and up MODELS. (I own a 84+ Silver and a 89 Titanium)

I have a TI SR 50, somewhere. Haven't looked for it in years. Last time I tried it though, it still worked! The NiCad didn't hold a charge for very long
though, which is understandable.

As I recall, it cost $150 when I bought it.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SR-10

Tell anyone to give you 5 consecutive #'s to add...
Take the middle # and multiply by 10...
Then DIVIDE in 1/2 and there's the answer.

Fun !Quote from: patio on September 27, 2007, 06:32:40 PM
Tell anyone to give you 5 consecutive #'s to add...
Take the middle # and multiply by 10...
Then divide in 1/2 and there's the answer.

Fun !
Wouldn't that be the same as multiplying by 5?Yep ! Cool it actually works. I love it.

Think of any number between 2 and 10.

Okay now, mulitiply it by 9.

Now you should have a two-digit number. Add the two digits together.

Now add -1.

Now divide by 2.

Now take the square root.

You should end up with the number 2!the best calculator is your computer.Yeah but I need a portable graphing one. It looks like I'm gonna get a Texas Instruments.Quote from: Comp Guy on September 28, 2007, 11:01:45 PM
Cool it actually works. I love it.

Think of any number between 2 and 10.

Okay now, mulitiply it by 9.

Now you should have a two-digit number. Add the two digits together.

Now add -1.

Now divide by 2.

Now take the square root.

You should end up with the number 2!

No, I end up with sqrt(4), which is +/- 2. Anyone fancy 7 million $



http://lists.virus.org/isn-0005/msg00167.htmlQuote from: Dilbert on September 28, 2007, 11:58:01 PM
Quote from: Comp Guy on September 28, 2007, 11:01:45 PM
Cool it actually works. I love it.

Think of any number between 2 and 10.

Okay now, mulitiply it by 9.

Now you should have a two-digit number. Add the two digits together.

Now add -1.

Now divide by 2.

Now take the square root.

You should end up with the number 2!

No, I end up with sqrt(4), which is +/- 2.

You got me! I should've know that since we were just TALKING about that in math class. Oh well, nobody's perfect.Quote from: RICHENSTONY on September 29, 2007, 06:02:52 AM
Anyone fancy 7 million $



http://lists.virus.org/isn-0005/msg00167.html

LOL. I'm not that good!
7671.

Solve : Simple question and oh yeah I am computer illiterate. lol?

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Can a person connect to their dial up connection if they have fast internet service on their computer as their main Internet service? If so, how? I want to USE a different isp when I am using my fast internet SOMETIMES. I have a dial service PROVIDER on my computer. Do I have to hook my phone line back up if I want to use my dial up? I am slow so forgive me. lol Thanks in advance to whoever answers. Kat Locking this topic it's a duplicate. PLEASE only post your QUESTION once.

7672.

Solve : cool music program?

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HI.Does anyone know any media player that has a flash INTRO or lookes really cool or SOMETHING cool like that can play music?WINDOWS media player
winamp
real player
musicmatch

Did you do a search for it? Yahoo! Search
winamp is QUITE good very nice and some on the skins are very very cool...

Or there is this one on the most amazing skins I have every seen works with windows media
http://www.alienware.com/Standalone_Pages/invader_download_pop.aspx?choice=Invader.zipyes. i would recommend Winamp. i use it and really like it. The distortion brought on by volume adjustment might take some getting used to, but with a good sound card that might even be reduced.. i can't hear distortion anymore after getting a nice sound card. ALTHOUGH, it also depends on the quality of the audio files of course. the equalizer is pretty nifty for a playback program too.

7673.

Solve : Undeleted Outlook Identity, please help with .dbx names!?

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So stupid... I put my email identity folder on a different partition so when I ghost the OS partition (occasionally) there is no CHANCE of loosing my emails through stupidity.. So, I delete the email identity folder forgetting and thinking it is a backup! (then empty the recycle bin)

Using 'undelete on click', I MANAGED to locate the LOST files, but they no longer have the regular names, instead 'De1.dbx, De2.dbx... etc, through to De13.dbx. I have no idea where to start with the renaming of these files.

Does anyone out there know what these files should be renamed? Any HELP much appreciated!

7674.

Solve : RoboTask 2.5.1 - Windows task automation software?

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Free - for about the next 12 hours.


The description MAKES it sound like it might be fun software to experiment with, so I thought I'd let others here know that it is available for free for a little while.

http://www.giveawayoftheday.com

Quote

Giveaway of the Day - RoboTask 2.5.1

September 28, 2007 RoboTask enables you to automate any combination of tasks on your computer, RANGING from simply launching applications, to checking email, moving or backing up files to uploading or downloading, sending email and much more.

The program ALLOWS to easily create simple task, as well as highly complex automations, involving conditional IF/ELSE statements, loops, custom variables and other advanced options.

Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/2003 Server

http://www.robotask.com for more info

http://www.robotask.com/flash for a demo

Quote from: street1 on September 28, 2007, 06:39:15 PM
Good link WillyW.

If members miss it I put it here-->http://www.sendspace.com/file/4c3zzu

I don't understand.Quote from: street1 on September 29, 2007, 03:29:22 PM
Wasn't this what you were talking about?

http://fs02n4.sendspace.com/dl/3aec51d60a55120a1f7139ec27abd878/46fec374624b3e47/4c3zzu/RoboTask.zip

I didn't DOWNLOAD it from your link, but it looks like the trial version of the program. I'm just confused as to what the point is.

I see your correct Willy my man! I deleted it..
7675.

Solve : Copying files onto RW-CD?

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I have Windows XP Service Pack 2 and have been unable to determine why the computer does not recognise a RW-CD installed READY for copying files as a back-up. I can use Nero but not the standard copying procedure. The files appear ready for copying but the wizard stalls with the info. 'there is no cd in drive E' when there is? Any ideas please? (I can play commercial CDs and DVDs and those already copied work fine)

KernowLook on the front of the dvd drive and check it SAYS Dvd RWWhy would a DVDRW drive be needed to write CDs?
kernow, go to Start - run - type services.msc and press enter.
Ensure that the IMAPI CD-burning COM service is set to automatic.
Also, try using a CD-R instead of a CD-RW, or a different brand.
Hope this helps.Calum is correct on trying a different blank media...some BURNERS are picky about this.Thanks, Calum. It was set to manaual and I changed to automatic but it makes no difference. I have tried different makes of CD-RW without any success. It's weird!

Kernowkernow first off Welcome to CH !
How old is this burner ? ?
The newer ones use different lasers for reading and burning so the drive may still READ but be unable to burn...
If it's around 3-4 years old it may have failed.
Best way to make sure is to swap it into another machine and see if it exhibits the same symptoms...if so the burner laser diode may be shot.

7676.

Solve : Big grats and thanks to Patio?

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I would PERSONALLY like to send a big congratulations and THANK YOU to Patio, he just made his 10,000th post on the forums which is a HUGE undertaking. I'm also sure I'm not the only one who appreciates all his help on the forums. Thanks again. The best part is that the posts are genuine and not made to get the count up.
I hope you're enjoying the journey Patio. One fine person you are patio-------------->Genius

Thank you for treating me so well over the last year.

I am sure everyone else is HAPPY for you too.

RobertNice work...

Congratulations, patio!

Now...on to 20K... Wow! Congratulations, Patio!

Keep up the great workThanx sincerely everyone...

I can recall around 100 posts or so that were actually useful

But thanx also to Nathan for building this in the first place.

patio.Well done Patio!

Keep up the great work.

dl65 Congratulations, Patio!
Be sure you have made very useful posts. Can I get on this bandwagon?

You da man, PatioCongratulations and kudos, patio.
Great ACHIEVEMENT, you're our second official Genius, and you didn't even spam to get there
I can still REMEMBER you having around 3 or 4000 when I first joined, so it's a pretty big difference now.
Thanks for all the help you've GIVEN everyone.
Calum.Quote from: patio on August 31, 2007, 09:21:40 PM

...
But thanx also to Nathan for building this in the first place.

patio.

You're welcome. The forums however would definitely not exist or be as popular without you and all the members who participate on it. I've never been one to care much about postcounts. "Big whoop" I say. However, patio's an integral part of this site and he's probably helped out more than anyone, so 10,000 posts or not, he deserves a bit of recognition.Thanx again Chris and everyone...
Personally i'm the same way. I think quality over quantity is a much better barometer.
We have in fact a good new core of people here that have only come onboard in the last 10 or 12 months that have become extremely good contributors.
If i mentioned names i would inadvertently miss one or two and we'd have another 9 page thread...



So take this opportunity to give yourselves a pat on the back...you all know who you are and the contributions don't go unnoticed.
I'm not real good at recieving accolades and it's not why i contribute so we'll leave it at this.
But again Thanx and congratulate yourselves before me...
7677.

Solve : temp internet files?

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Unfortunately, I'm not too computer literate. I just recently noticed that temp internet files are not showing up in that folder. I've done plenty of browsing, but nothing has registered. The 'check for newer versions of STORED pages is on automatic, history is set for 5 days(if that even matters), nothing is automatically deleted when closing Mozilla. A setting must have gotten changed or something. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!Quote

I just recently noticed that temp internet files are not showing up in that folder.

Exactly which folder is that folder? If you are referring to temporary internet files that is a subfolder of windows, Mozilla does not use it. It is IE specific.Yes, it is a sub folder. They were showing up before. I would go to control panel, CLICK folder options, and click "show hidden files and folders." I would then go to my computer, click "c" hard drive, click documents and settings, user, local settings, then temp internet files. Every day, they would show up, and now nothing. Occasionally they would show up just for the start-up yahoo page when I open the internet. But again, I was able to track everything just a few days ago. I'm having some issues with my son and think that maybe he did something to the computer. If I am wrong about something, then ok. Basically, I need to know how I can track or find the temp internet files in my computer-Mozilla is being used. Pleeeeez help!!! The temporary internet files folder is IE specific. Mozilla does not use it. The reason you could see your startup yahoo page is because yahoo is BASED on IE. Once yahoo is started you are using Mozilla so nothing else is written to the folder unless a function in yahoo requires its IE base. The files in this folder are easily deleted, which is probably what your son is doing, so now you don't see your yahoo startup. Even if he did not delete them, there would be nothing in the folder to allow you to track his activity. If he hasn't deleted Mozilla's history you MIGHT find something there.Ok...since I'm using Mozilla, is there ANYWHERE in my computer(cookies, etc.) that would allow me to see where he's been? Using Mozilla surely can't block all activity, could it?This addon will let you view the content of Firefox's cache. (temporary internet files)
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/2489

Install it, restart Firefox and select CacheViewer from the Tools menu.

How to view the cookies currently stored:
Select Tools
Select Options
Select Privacy and press the "Show Cookies..." button.

Note though, both the cookies and the cache can have been cleared by a user and Firefox also deletes old cache and cookies after a specified time period. In that case there isn't much to do.Yay!! It worked....thank you so much for the help...much appreciated!! shouldn;t i be able to open my internet files and see the page ps i have like 5 temp files think my honey up to something FUNNY we have to pcs
Hi tlc. Please start a new topic for your question, this way it will get proper attention from the users of the forum.

Also when starting a new topic be sure to give us as much information as possible.
You should include at detailed explanation of your problem/question, the version of windows you use, what browser you use and anything you think might be relevant.
7678.

Solve : recording video games?

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HI.Does anyone know any KIND of low cost thing that can RECORD playstation 2 games?I want to try to get something under 20 dollers.Any Ideas?

7679.

Solve : hacking?

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HI.I don't KNOW if this is against the rules but can anybody tell me exactly how to hack into a chatango account or a youtube account?I got BANNED from teklinks.org so don't be surprised if I break a rule here.Woah there!

Websites ONLY ban you when you NEED it. You obviously NEEDED it, didn't you?

No, we cannot ASSIST you in hacking.
It is illegal to DISCUSS such a topic here.

Topic locked to prevent any further discussion. Questions, comments, concerns? PM me or ONE of the other moderators.

7680.

Solve : pcsx2 emulator help?

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HI.I have been looking for all the right plugins for a pcsx2 emulator for playstation 2.Does anyone know where I can find all the right plugins because I have downloaded lots but none work.We can help you find an emulator plugins, but we cannot assist you in FINDING a BIOS file to run the emulator. (BIOS FILES are illegal)

What do you mean you CANT find "the right plugins"?
What are you trying to do? I am just looking for any plugin or bio that makes the emulator work for you or anyone else.I can't help you get BIOS files (because I don't know where, not because I'm SCARED like Zylstra)

But if you want help finding Plugins, go to PCXS2's forums and they will tell you where to get everything.Zylstra i am quite sure he is not scared just following the rules of the Forum.....

If your going to PROMOTE illegal downloads just pm the guy.....

7681.

Solve : webcam recording?

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We are using to chat the yahoo messenger and when using webcam, we click the "invite to view my webcam".. How do i record our webcam conversation using this yahoo invitation?.. do I need another program to record webcam?.. if so what freeware program can I use for this problem?.. thanks very much:p what do you want to record ?
Quote from: Spero-T on September 03, 2007, 02:50:02 AM

:p what do you want to record ?
Quote from: march on September 03, 2007, 12:37:46 AM
How do i record our webcam conversation using this yahoo invitation?


I use HyperCam to record parts of my screen (or the whole screen). It's quite a good LITTLE freeware app; well, you can register it, but you'd need a serial key. But I'm sure there are heaps of those lurking aroud on the net.

In conclusion, I think there is no way to record a webcam SESSION (that I know of, so if anyone knows of a way, don't say I told you so or something) without the use of a 3RD party app.Thanks very much. What I want to record are the ANTICS of my relatives and their sons and daughters from the other side of the globe. Then I plan to transfer it to cd so that I can play it to show to the other relatives. I think this wil make our CLAN's relationship closer and more bonded.
7682.

Solve : Help reformatting?

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Hi guys,

I have a DELL Dimension E521 desktop PC, it has an AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual core processor 3600+ 1.90GHz and 1 gig of ram, it has WINDOWS XP Home SP2.
I have wanted to reformat it and re-install Wndows ( I have the Windows XP Home installation CD) but it has no floppy drive and in command prompt it won't let me format C drive. Do you guys have any ideas that could help me reformat and re-innstall?

Thanks alotOk travel here :

http://www.theeldergeek.com/clean_installation_of_windows_xp.htm

When you do a clean install of xp you have to take your floppy drive out anyways so it doesn't matter

and you can also travel here

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/316941Quote

When you do a clean install of xp you have to take your floppy drive out anyways so it doesn't matter
What's this about? Thanks Richenstony,

One question, if I follow the guide at http://www.theeldergeek.com/clean_installation_of_windows_xp.htm will it delete the previous installation of Windows or will it make a new copy alongside it?

Thanks It should do a clean copy

to be honest you cant make any major mistakes ...... one of those guides will help you either way... have a good read to see what you want to do ...... but yeah it should install a completely new copy of windows you are promt to format ANYWAY its a very simple task that requires a few clicks and a few keys Thankyou very much for helping me Richenstony, I will do it later tonight after I backup everything.

Once again thankyou A clean install REMOVES all your data and programs and installs XP...
7683.

Solve : program creator?

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does anyone know of any easy to use programs that can make me create software?What kind of software are you interested in?
There are some programs that will allow you to make your own GAMES pretty easily. But if you want to make something more advanced you'll need to learn some PROGRAMMING.

You can start with a beginners language LIKE Visual Basic.You might also consider going to your LOCAL Library System, and check and see what books they have about programming.

More common languages:
C, C+, C++, C#, Visual Basics, Java, J#

You will need to find a good compiler for any program you make (Visual Basics has one built into its visual program).In one evening you are looking for a PS2 emulator...an automated speech program for Windows and now a software creation engine...
I admire your zeal !

7684.

Solve : a cool speech program that what ever you type in it does out loud.?

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Does anyone know a program that is like the show code lyoko.I want I program that makes a computer person POP up like the shoe called code lyoko and I want to type stuff in and the computer person SAYS out loud what the person is going to open from my computer.I want something just like the super computer in code lyoko.I fanyone knows anything please tell me. here is a link to ONE of the episodes of code lyoko- http://lendok2.multiply.com/video/item/4http://dimio.altervista.org/eng/
Scroll down a bit on that website, and find a program titled "DSPEECH"

This program reads text out loud. You need Windows XP or higher to run it.

Edit:
If you dont have Windows XP, on the bottom of that page under the download and below "Other components you need to INSTALL" you will see the SAPI engines that are avalible for download for Windows 2000

7685.

Solve : changing a english mp3 song to a forign language song?

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HI.My name is ryan.I have been searching for a long time on how to change a english mp3 song to a french mp3 song or some other language.I have VIEWED a mp3 song in word pad and I am hoping that what I see on word pad MIGHT be the source of where the english lyrics are comming from and I might be able to change the lyrics to what ever I want with your HELP.I was looking for computer help on that and I found this website.I really need to know if there is absulutly any way to change mp3 songs to a different language.I would even try to become a computer programer if that is what I have to do.I looked on software download sites but there was no software that did such a thing.I know that there must be some way to do this.I only want a way to change the song language or to put my own words in the song.PS-If anyone knows any people that can help me then I would be happy if you could tell me who they are.
thanks
ryan
This is impossible.
The song is like a recording - you can't change the language or words unless you actually get the song in a different language.thanks for telling me.You're welcome, sorry it was bad news.Does any body know any good software better than fl studio 7 that can MAKE a remix of a song?Cant say I have used FL Studio 7, but AUDACITY is a pretty good sound editor:
http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

7686.

Solve : Outlook Outbox error - please help?

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Hello,

I am new to this forum, so not sure if I'm putting this question in the right place to start with.

I use Outlook for my email program. Actually, it's Windows Live, but I don't know much about it. Anyway, I sent this big email (video) and it was taking days to send, so I wanted to just delete it from my outbox, but when I click on my outbox it SAYS

'Folder COULD not be displayed
Windows Live Mail could not open this folder.

Possible causes are:

Low disk space.

Low memory.


And I can't do ANYTHING to stop the email sending. It'e been trying to send for 3 or 4 days now. What can I do?
Windows Live Mail (the program) is still in its BETA STAGE, and thus, you may occur issues such as this.

What sort of internet do you have?

You could try re-installing Windows Live Mail (BETA), this is probably the best solution. All emails that you are trying to send will most likely be deleted (emails that have already been sent should remain intact)
http://get.live.com/betas/maildesktop_betas

7687.

Solve : Frequency error?

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I have an older monitor but bought a new tower. It worked fine for a while now everytime I turn it on it SAYS Frequency error and Vh is to high then shuts down. What does this MEAN?
Computer stupidIt means that you have the refresh rate set to high. It must be at a rate that both the CARD monitor can support. Older MONITORS (depending how old) will generally not support a refresh rate higher 60.Try using safe mode to CHANGE the refresh rate.

7688.

Solve : What instrument do you play??

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Just something fun to know. What instrument to you PLAY / how long have you played / do you still play?

For me, I've been playing drums for 41 years and still play. Mostly in churches in the area but will probably branch out to other things later. I did play professionally for 10 years back in the 70's and 80's but got out of it to GET "a real job".

What's your story?

Alan <>< Well I have played GUITAR for 2years but I stopped Because I was to bad

Jonas

BTW: Shouldn't this be in the off topic??Quote from: Jonas Wauters on SEPTEMBER 02, 2007, 02:14:53 PM

BTW: Shouldn't this be in the off topic??

Subject has been well beaten to death in Off Topic already here..

Happy drumming & strumming.

7689.

Solve : is there any way to actually edit a cd-rw??

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call me somewhat new at this game, but i mistakenly assumed when i bought cd-rw's i'd be able to edit the data on them. is there ANYTHING out there which allows you to copy and edit cd's, or are they mainly to back up things and record music (as my son tells me). You can edit data on them in the sense that you can burn something to a rw disc, read it back later, edit it, and the burn it to the disc again. The drawback of course is that USUALLY you will NEED to burn all data to the disc again, not just the data you edited. There are two ways of alleviating this a bit though.

If you need to be able to add new data to a rw disc you can burn it as a multi session disc. This way previous data will not be deleted when you add new data. You can continue doing this until the disc is full.

If you install a Packet Writing software like NERO InCD you can utilize the disc as a big floppy/hard drive. Though there are some drawback to this as described on the page I linked.Thanks for the information. I'll research the link and see if it's something i really want or need to do.

Though i'm new, this looks like a great site for finding answers to my QUESTIONS in a much faster and simpler way.

thanks again.

7690.

Solve : Really need help!?

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I am having a problem with my computer!
my husband ran a new virus program the other day called Kaspersky
since runing the program my computer is having a LOT of problems
none of my games work any more not even the ones that I played 30 min before
he ran the program!
Also I can download things to my computer but I can't open the programs
these are small every day things like new webshot photos for my desk top
a program that I have used with out problems for over 10 years now!

I am running XP and use mozilla FIREFOX

How do I find out what Kaspersky "thought" was a virus and put it back!

I have tired restore but that doesn't work it won't let my computer roll back to even
the checkpoint that I set up 1 hr before he ran the scan!

Is there any thing I can do with out just chuckiing it all and formating my
computer and starting again from scratch??

IF you need any other information please contact me
Kaspersky shouldn't have gotten rid of anything it wasn't supposed to...
But if it was a very deep infection you never know.
One thing you can try in the meantime is go to Start/Run and type in sfc /scannow and hit Enter...have your XP CD handy as it will ask for it.

If this does not help post back and we'll go over a repair install of XP...Patio
Thanks for getting back sooo FAST!
But I don't have an XP CD I bought a cheap HP from wal-mart 4 years ago and
XP was pre-installed it came with NO disk of any kind

So now what?I'd suggest seeing if you can BORROW one from a friend...you will need it if you neeed to do any repairs.
The VERSIONS have to match i.e. Home or Pro.
Good Luck and let us know...Quote from: pattiepicc on September 26, 2007, 08:37:08 PM

Patio
Thanks for getting back sooo fast!
But I don't have an XP CD I bought a cheap HP from wal-mart 4 years ago and
XP was pre-installed it came with NO disk of any kind

So now what?

Did it have the option to make a one time set of restore disks ?
Do you have your owners manual?

Anyway read this link-->Link Patio
I ran the Start/Run and type in sfc /scannow and it ran then just went off.. didn't say if I had any errors or if every thing was fine so....
it MAKES me think that if it didn't show any errors that I more then likely not missing files.... something some where must have been clicked off.... such as allow downloads to install ect but I don't have the first clue where to look on my computer....
Also IF something was turned off do I need to go to each users and turn them back on... we have 3 users on this computer one for me one for hubby and one for the kids to play games on....

Street1 I do have restore disk but.... nothing will install on my computer at all! it will let me put any thing in any file I want it just won't let me unpack it or run it or install it!
Games I have played for years that were WinRAR files will no longer play and when I try to install them again I get an error that says sorry but X has encountered a problem and need to close ..... send error report

Error signature
AppName: Winrar.exe AppVer: 3.70.0.0 ModName: unknown
ModVer: 0.0.0.0 Offset: 1000139bHave you tried restore in safemode?Try that but, first choose "Last Known
Good Configuration"on safemode boot.

Also,read the below link.

http://www.pcstats.com/articleview.cfm?articleid=1643&page=3
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Solve : setting up accounts for the kids...?

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hey all, I`ve just my account on the computer as the "Administrator". The rest of the family (4 kids), have been assigned "limited ACCOUNTS". I`ve noticed that they STILL have the access to programs and FOLDERS that I do. I do NOT want them messing ANYTHING up or GOING where they don`t belong. How do I configure or set this up?? I`m using XP2, I`ve set some folders to "make private"..just ain`t enough......Could you be more specific about the folders you are having trouble with?try this, it might help ya with your problem

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/security/learnmore/accesscontrol.mspx#securityTab

-DillonI dont KNOW if this well be much help but its more in detail


http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/winxp/accounts.mspx

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Solve : school net.. help?

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hey my school has this thing where it duznt let me play online GAMES.. anyone KNOW how to bypass that so i can play games online? thanksThere is a reason it is in place.
Study instead of wasting time on games - we're not the place to come to for help with bypassing measures that are in place to help you learn.i meant school as in home. cuz im home schooled. sry forgot to mention that. or if u dont wanan help.. can u just answer this question: do u know how to do it?Even if you are home schooled, your parents have control. We will not help you with this.Talk to your parents about your grades and online gaming.

Are you doing good with your grades ?lol my GPA is 3.5. iono if thats good to u. iono if u guys are giving excuses for not knowing how to do it. cuz after all .. this is Computer HOPE. it's got nothign to do with my personal LIFE. so i guess u guys donno how to do it then. thx anywaysJudgeing from your sentence structure and spelling, you need a LOT of schooling. A 3.5 grade average for you is truely laughable. You should be a comedian.I'm not familiar with that grading system, anyone care to explain?It's 3.5 out of a possible high of 4...judging by the conversation above he MAY need some work to get to 2.5...
Parental/school restrictions are there for a reason.
It's not that we don't know how to do it it's the fact that CH does not assist with these types of endeavors.
This is not open to debate.
Sorry.He needs a lot of work in English to get a 2.5 .

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Solve : Have a idea for a new computer software, protacol,etc? Post here!!!!?

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if you have a idea for SOMETHING for computers, post it here!!!!
Your idea should be like mine below (well LISTED like that).
My Idea.
Name:S.I.P. which STANDS for Secure Internet Proticol.
About: Used for Secure connections to other I.P.s.
Photo (if you want).
Will you try to make it?: Yes.
have funs with this thread!!!!! You SEEM to start a LOT of projects Amrykid, do you ever finish any of them?

Note that the above shouldn't be taken as anything negative... I'm just curious.

EDIT: Ohh and sorry for taking your thread off topic with the first reply.well i do finsh them after a while, but its fun to have something to do. You spelt it two different wrong ways, how about the (one) right way... protocol.

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Solve : Where can I find Job Shadowing online??

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Defined:
Job Shadowing: Observing what someone does in a certain career, for example, attending an apartment store in the "background" to SEE what the employees do.

I am INTERESTED in becoming a system ADMINISTRATOR, but there are so many careers under computers to choose from!
And, as you can imagine, I am somewhat at loss. I don't know what all those different careers are (as in, I don't know what they do, or what their job is like)

Are there any websites where you can find ONLINE videos of what these jobs are like?
Or could someone personally give EXPLANATIONS on what they do in their computer related job? (If they are in that certain job, or have done that job in the last 7 years)

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Solve : Please help Blinking/flashing?

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Hi, I have a HP lapto that worked perfectly fine this MORNING and today when I got home from work and turned it on the screen just blinks/flashes constantly. I can see that it books up and goes all the way to the icon screen, i can click to open etc. but it just will not stop flashing. Please help me, what does this SOUND like??
Thank you.
I am running XP.Not one person can help?It sounds like a failing screen or loose internal connector. Since this is a LAPTOP it isn't easy to troubleshoot. I would turn it in to a repair shop and have them look at it. But if you're feeling adventurous you could try opening it up and have a look around for anything that appears to be loose.Is this happening when coming out of hibernation? If so, try doing a complete shutdown, wait about 30 min., then reboot. If this works, you may have to stop using hibernation.Is the reason for using hibernation just a convienence factor ? ?

If you knew how much resources it chewed up when you are in active mode you would maybe reconsider.

I don't find re-boots and startups and shutdowns to be 1/2 the trouble people complain about.
When i startup i'm also doing a personal startup...which means basically i turn my machine on in the morning and then i go get coffee to turn my brain on.
The timing is almost identical as when the first cobwebs have left my brain the computer is ready to do anything i throw at it...
Just preference i guess.ok well thanks for the replies BUT i have a new issue, I did feal a LITTLE adventurouse and I popped of the outer panel of the screen.
Then I got scared and put it back on BUT it seems to have helped in some way because now it no longer blinks BUT here is the BIG issue, the screen is black UNLESS i use safe mode then everything works fine (other then everything being very large).
I really need some help with this as I just can not afford a repair shop
Please help me HMMMM patio could that be a software issue? I am not to sure about laptops The only thing that comes to mind is that if it works properly in safemode but not in normal mode it means it very well could be a driver issue...
Safemode loads generic Windows video drivers...just enough to get any display running.

I would try re-installing your video drivers. Since it is a laptop these will be on your MBoard driver CD that shipped with the machine.

Let us know how it goes,,,Thats a bummer i do not have any of those cd's anymore (hurricane)
I guess I will have to take it to a shop after all. Thank you all very muchYou should be able to get the drivers from the manufacturer's website.

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Solve : Programs wont connect to internet even though Im on internet?

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I had Earthlink dial up and went to Verizon DLS. I uninstalled Earthlink but an accelerator FILE will not delete (which Ive tried and the files are "being used by another program"). So when I do connect to the internet I get several earthlink messages that I have to cancel to get onto the internet. I can browse and do ANYTHING on the internet as well as down LOAD programs. I have downloaded Napster, Epocrates, Google Earth, some games for my son. But, When I open the files and try to use them, they need to connect to the internet and are unable to. I get error messages, I have disabled my firewire to see if that helps but I do not know what is going on. PLEASE HELP!!!!Try removing the offending file in safemode...
To enter safemode TAP F8 repeatedly while the machine is starting before you see the Windows logo.Thanks, I will try this. Do you think it will fix the connection problem also?This still didnt work!!!
Someone please help.You need to read up on the Verizon documentation and double-check if it's setup properly.If the Accelerator came with your Earthlink dial-up, you may want to contact them for removal instructions as well...then follow patio's advice.

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Solve : sending an e-mail?

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I have a very strange problem, I can recieve an e-mail but I can't send one the mail comes back with a daemon message that it cannot be delivered can someone please help with this matter ,I am using OUTLOOK expressI suck.I'm sorry, Ivy.First of all welcome to CH bddl,
Now could you please give me some more details about your problem as well as your computer, also i would like to know what exactly are you sending the email to, there are certain emails that need a perticular setting.
please give more detail.Quote from: Mtrock on September 25, 2007, 08:26:43 AM

you probably have a virus, most likely the VIRGIN homo virus but you can't help that
Quote from: Mtrock on September 25, 2007, 08:32:58 AM
yeah THATS me again because i made two sn's just like RICHENSTONY said i did. because hes all high and mighty and right all the time
This will be taken care of for sure.my isp is frontiernet.net and I have chexked my pop3 settings , they seem to be right maybe, this problem only occured lately, had been working fine, have not changed anything that I know of
your POP3 settings might not be configured right, what kind of email are you using? (example: @yahoo.com. @gmail.com)

-DillonQuote
Try changing yourself and you'll understand how hard it is to change others.....

Dude, thats cross DRESSING O.ODarwin was wrong! Look at me!what connection are you on? what version of outlook are you using? see if this helps

http://support.frontiernet.net/smtp/pegasus/index.htmlQuote
Quote from: Ivy on Today at 08:36:27 AM
Quote from: Mtrock on Today at 08:26:43 AM
you probably have a virus, most likely the virgin homo virus but you can't help that

Quote from: Mtrock on Today at 08:32:58 AM
yeah thats me again because i made two sn's just like richenstony said i did. because hes all high and mighty and right all the time

This will be taken care of for sure.


well just because your like a 18 year old 500 pound lessie that trys to fit in by being a "spaminator" you must fell pretty good about yourself huh??? well noone really likes you so we would feel better if you just shutup

I bet 'spaminator' means that your really good at eating spam, like the spam eating champion?I WAS DROPPED ON MY HEAD AS A CHILD!!!Yes, we know.
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Solve : Video gaming software and questions?

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i have a PS2 thats starting to GO it makes WIERD noises what can i do?UMM Well wait for TONY to reply , he is the gaming expert aswell as any other thing related to gaming hardware.
LOL kewl, alrightok if your being serious

A ps2 should not be making any clicking noises. but it is fixable.

The reason for the clicking noise is because the laser rides on 2 metal
bars. as the ps2 reads the cd's the laser moves back and forth alone
the bars, after a while the ps2 MAY start to MAKE clicking sounds when
loading because the bars have lost some lube on then, the only want to fix
it is to... open the ps2 up and re-apply some lube.

the best i heard to use and probably any hardware store will have it....
something called light bulb grease...or something like that.

I do not suggest you open the ps2 under any reasons. if you
don't know what your doing, you could damage it even more.


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Solve : Computer wont start!?

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Hello

I have just ACQUIRED a Dell computer second hand. I have plugged the relevant bits up in the BACK and went to press start. The start light comes on and it makes and initial start up noise but then nothing...like it just turns off again... the start up noise must be for about a second. Has anybody experience this. Is there a simple solution?

Kind regards
I think i have worked it out. Just lookd inside the BOX and there is no ram!that would cuase it. also while your in there clean it out and make sure everything in firmly seated in PLACE

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Solve : Firefox/Google Search Bar?

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I had the OLDER version of Firefox and there was an option for when you searched for SOMETHING with the search bar it would AUTOMATICALLY use a new tab. I just reformatted and downloaded the new 2.0 and I can no longer find this option. Any help?Tools/Options/Tabs...select the SETTINGS you want.