If you have a comment or question for me not related to any of the individual stories or items on my site, simply post it below, i will respond as best i can!
Hi Trevor, I am wondering what would be a suitable laptop you could recommend for my year 9 daughter to use for her school work. thank you.
Glenn Robertson, Seven Hills
Glenn, I'd suggest you check out any one of the many NETBOOKS on the market. I personally have the ASUS EEEPC which is just great. Add in standard Microsoft Office and you're on a winner I'd say...
Do you know when is the next version of MS office coming out as it does not seem worth getting 2007?
David,Wollongong
David, I'm using office 2007 now on a Windows XP and a Windows 7 Beta machine - I think its great, once you get used to the new menu systems.
I wouldn't hesitate to upgrade. As for a new version, would seem likely to happen late this year early next. But it will only be basic changes, Office 2007 was the most radical change in some time.
Sorry that you have left 2GB segment, it was wonderful to listen to you. Last night 19th you gave out a web site that traded one item at 12 o clock and you gave some prices. Could you please let me have the website address. I wish you well in the future. thank you for your time and information
Mate I have loved your show on 2gb and you will be greatly missed. I have spoken to you a couple of times and you've been much help. All the best with everything...
Was just wondering on your thoughts about switching to Vista. i am running XP and have been for years. i have been thinking about upgrading. however, do i have a good enough computer....
AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3500 512mb of ram 74.5 GB HDD - 41GB used
Do i have enough RAM?? if not, is it worth going and buying a 2 or 1 gig stick for vista?? or should i stay with XP??
thanks, daniel
Daniel - DONT DO IT.. Stick with XP - when you can afford a new PC, get the best and get Vista.
Was just wondering on your thoughts about switching to Vista. i am running XP and have been for years. i have been thinking about upgrading. however, do i have a good enough computer....
AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3500 512mb of ram 74.5 GB HDD - 41GB used
Do i have enough RAM?? if not, is it worth going and buying a 2 or 1 gig stick for vista?? or should i stay with XP??
One of the callers last night on 2GB had trouble installing microsoft updates for XP. It is not a virus. He has probably run a Windows Repair. It was hard to find but check out Microsoft KB943144 for details of how to reinstall the .dll file that has been removed during the repair overwrite operation. Regards, Henry
I am a senior and not that computer literate!!!!!!! I was sent an email with a game attached. When I go to open the attachment a popup says (this file does not have a program. Create an association in the Set Associations control panel) I have Vista and the person sending the message has XP. Hope you can explain clearly how to go through the process, Thanks.
Lena
Lena, it normally means they have sent you a file and you don't have the right program to open it.
I was listening to your show with Brian again tonight on 2GB and you mentioned your father-in-law gets a good reception with his radio. At the very end of the show you quickly said it was a Grundig ......I didn't catch the last word of the radio and would much appreciate if you could email the full name and even model no. if possible please as I have poor reception and it annoys me a lot. Cheers Pamela
GRUNDIG OVATION - Seemed to offer great reception for My Father-In-Law in Wahroonga
I was listening to your show with Brian again tonight on 2GB and you mentioned your father-in-law gets a good reception with his radio. At the very end of the show you quickly said it was a Grundig ......I didn't catch the last word of the radio and would much appreciate if you could email the full name and even model no. if possible please as I have poor reception and it annoys me a lot. Cheers Pamela
I am a senior and not that computer literate!!!!!!! I was sent an email with a game attached. When I go to open the attachment a popup says (this file does not have a program. Create an association in the Set Associations control panel) I have Vista and the person sending the message has XP. Hope you can explain clearly how to go through the process, Thanks.
I have a new Dell computer with Vista Home Premium on it. After using the computer for a few hours, the task bar becomes un-controllable, it blurs and double focuses, the only way to correct the problem is to go control Alt Delete and restart the computer. Then it is ok for the rest of time.
I have trend anti virus, we have used some have duty scanners from Trend, to insure I have deep viruses.
Hi Trevor, Thanks for you quick reply. Yes I am using a wide screen monitor and I usually open pictures in Microsoft Office Picture Manager although I have used a couple of others e.g. Quicktime. I still get the same result.
Again, thanks for the quick response, any help is usually good help.
Hi Trevor, I have a CD that contains a video of my daughter's christening some years ago. I have transferred this to a file in 'My Pictures'. My question is..... Can I print some individual/stills photos from this video and if so, how? I am using Windows XP home. Many thanks. Alan.
Alan, its difficult, but also very poor on quality.
Trevor We listen to you every Thursday on 2GB with Brian and find the show very informative. Last Thursday you told a listener how to DEFRAG his computer. Would you be able to email us the procedure please. We are a couple of oldies and we are learning lots from listening to you boys. Fay and Jim.
Fay and Jim - its SO easy.
Click START - the PROGRAMS - the ACCESSORIES - then SYSTEM tools and in that folder, you will see DISK DEFRAGMENTER.
Open that program, and let it Analise your Disk. Then it will report if you NEED defragmenting. If so, let it do its thing.
Be warned, it takes a while, so leave it to work overnight or while you are out.
Hi Trevor Why is it that ADSL broadband can only run through a copper wire, & so you have to have a phone connection to Telstra for it to be connected. I don't have my phone with Telstra, so it's become a problem - do I switch, or think about something else, & if it's something else, what are my alternatives. Thanks Barbara
Barbara, as I've said, the COPPER line is maintained by Telstra, but you can have your PHONE with Optus, your ADSL with iinet and be free of Telstra if you choose - my experience with other listeners and readers has been that it can be more difficult to get fault repairs on the LINE because it takes longer to confirm the location of the fault and the party responsible.
when Foxtel gets HD will I be able to get their HD programs with my set top box or will I need something special from Foxtel?
Regards Meg.
Meg, easy - for ANY foxtel programming you need the FOXTEL box - when you subscribe to Foxtel they come to your home to set it all up for you... easy as pie!
Wondered if anyone can point me in the direction of a tech in Sydney who I can call to come over and install some wireless networking equipment for me. I spent 9 hours on it the other day and still I can't get it to work...*sighs*...
Frankster, what are you actually trying to connect?
Nothing should take so long!
www.gizmo.com.au - they do on site assistance i beleive.
Hi Trevor Love the show - I'm addicted. Why is it that to get ADSL you have to have a copper phone line, as I currently have the phone with a firm other than Telstra, and have been told I'd have to transfer back to Telstra in order to get ADSL. Thanks Barbara
Barbara - ease your addiction, but thank you, appreciate your kind words.
Is it TELSTRA who are telling you you need to have your phone with them to get ADSL?
If so, try someone else- the company who provide your PHONE probably do ADSL.
Bigpond are NOT the only company who provide ADSL.
Also, try Wireless too - but it is certainly more expensive than ADSL.
HI Trevor, love your show on the Wilshire Zone always listen when I can so too keep this short. I run Vista Home Premium and an Acer AL1916W Monitor & an Acer T690 comp.The Chipset is Intel(R)946GZ Express Chipset Family.My problem is, i cant get my photographs to display correctly. They are all squashed top to bottom. The graphics are set to 1024x786 @ 60hertz. Is it possible for you to advise me on what to do ? p.s. I am not all that familiar with computer stuff. Thanks heaps if you can help. Terry.
Terry, do you have a WIDESCREEN monitor?
That might be the reason.... For Widescreen you need different settings.
Also, what program are you viewing those photos? That might also play a part.
HI Trevor, love your show on the Wilshire Zone always listen when I can so too keep this short. I run Vista Home Premium and an Acer AL1916W Monitor & an Acer T690 comp.The Chipset is Intel(R)946GZ Express Chipset Family.My problem is, i cant get my photographs to display correctly. They are all squashed top to bottom. The graphics are set to 1024x786 @ 60hertz. Is it possible for you to advise me on what to do ? p.s. I am not all that familiar with computer stuff. Thanks heaps if you can help. Terry.
Hi Trevor Love the show - I'm addicted. Why is it that to get ADSL you have to have a copper phone line, as I currently have the phone with a firm other than Telstra, and have been told I'd have to transfer back to Telstra in order to get ADSL. Thanks Barbara
Wondered if anyone can point me in the direction of a tech in Sydney who I can call to come over and install some wireless networking equipment for me. I spent 9 hours on it the other day and still I can't get it to work...*sighs*...
Hi Trevor Why is it that ADSL broadband can only run through a copper wire, & so you have to have a phone connection to Telstra for it to be connected. I don't have my phone with Telstra, so it's become a problem - do I switch, or think about something else, & if it's something else, what are my alternatives. Thanks Barbara
Trevor We listen to you every Thursday on 2GB with Brian and find the show very informative. Last Thursday you told a listener how to DEFRAG his computer. Would you be able to email us the procedure please. We are a couple of oldies and we are learning lots from listening to you boys. Fay and Jim.
There exists a conflict between Lavasoft AdAware 2007 and Microsoft Windows Live Care. This came to light when the 28 Jan for the latter was applied. Symptom shows to remove AdAware when running Windows Live Care.
This message should be ignored. Lavasoft and Microsoft are at present in negotiations as to how to fix it.
I suggest you check Lavasoft home page for updates on this.
With the digital set top box for the analogue tv, do you need to buy an antenna to put on the tv or do I need someone to connect it to the outside antenna. The reason I ask, I haven't purchased anything yet, but someone told me I would have to buy an internal an antenna for the set top box to work. Joy
Joy
Joy, very simple, think of Digital TV as the same as normal TV, you need a good reception. If you are not in a great area you need an external antenna, if you are in an good area, an internal antenna would suffice.
With the digital set top box for the analogue tv, do you need to buy an antenna to put on the tv or do I need someone to connect it to the outside antenna. The reason I ask, I haven't purchased anything yet, but someone told me I would have to buy an internal an antenna for the set top box to work. Joy
Hey thanks a heap, you are a champion. I was suffering about with Optus (useless) and hueae or what ever they are called (useless). Your instruction is perfectly clear and works perfectly. Philip
Hi Trevor, I have a CD that contains a video of my daughter's christening some years ago. I have transferred this to a file in 'My Pictures'. My question is..... Can I print some individual/stills photos from this video and if so, how? I am using Windows XP home. Many thanks. Alan.
Thanks very much for the advice mate, much appreciated - I did get a second copy of that program for my mate's computer, and happy to say it fixed it just fine!
Just a reply to Tony with the cd/dvd player, if he doesn't mind voiding the warranty he can open the unit up and give the laser lens a clean with a cotton swab. Not too much though or he'll end up scratching it which will render the unit completely useless.
Tony, load a CD or DVD into it, and tilt the player so it's at a 45 degree angle while it's facing you. If it reads the discs fine while it's at an angle, the laser head is misaligned and will need to be corrected. I have heard many stories of the laser head also sticking which makes the player either not recognise or play the disc correctly. The laser head is on a rail. VERY gently shift the head along the rail up and down a few times. When you turn it on next, the head will return to it's usual position and attempt to read the disc. If it's okay after that, you have a sticky laser head rail - clean and lubricate with anything BUT wd40.
Also check the discs you're trying to play - some laser heads are more fussy than others and it's possible you have (a) badly scratched or fingermarked discs, (b) using recordable discs where the burn speed was set too high for the machine to interpret correctly, or (c) a unit that's had a lot of discs put into it over time.
dear trevor i listen to you on 2gb every thursday. wHAT my question is i am having trouble playing any kind of cd/dvd on my Sanyo player.When disc is in,a promt says NO PLAY,COULD YOU PLEASE HELP ME TO RECTIFY PROBLEN? thank you ........TONY
Hey Tony - how old is it?
Sounds terminal - either a warranty job, or a replacement job i'd say..
My sincere thanks to you for the solution for Mac users wanting to get onto the Optus Wireless Broadband service. The HUAWEI E220 software for MAC OSX installed free of complications. I'm On-The-Air!
One question, perhaps unrelated, but strangely coincidental. My hotmail account is now inoperable! I use Safari and have also attempted Mozilla Firefox. No go. I can enter my Hotmail email program, but all attempts to reply to mail or send new mail only ends in the following:
"Network Error
A temporary network error occurred while trying to retrieve the requested URL. Please try the following:
Please click the Refresh button, or try again later."
Neither "refresh" nor "trying again later" work!
Any suggestions?
Kind Regards. Terry
Hi Terry, Good to hear you got going.. but I wonder what the problem is.
I'd suggest you check your DNS Settings - that may have something to do with the Hotmail problem.
It seems unlikely the Optus setup would mean hotmail wouldnt work - ALSO, try just going to www.live.com - that's the new name for Hotmail.
My sincere thanks to you for the solution for Mac users wanting to get onto the Optus Wireless Broadband service. The HUAWEI E220 software for MAC OSX installed free of complications. I'm On-The-Air!
One question, perhaps unrelated, but strangely coincidental. My hotmail account is now inoperable! I use Safari and have also attempted Mozilla Firefox. No go. I can enter my Hotmail email program, but all attempts to reply to mail or send new mail only ends in the following:
"Network Error
A temporary network error occurred while trying to retrieve the requested URL. Please try the following:
Please click the Refresh button, or try again later."
dear trevor i listen to you on 2gb every thursday. wHAT my question is i am having trouble playing any kind of cd/dvd on my Sanyo player.When disc is in,a promt says NO PLAY,COULD YOU PLEASE HELP ME TO RECTIFY PROBLEN? thank you ........TONY
Late 2007 on the chips4brains shop you did mention removing Vista on a laptop and installing “XP”.
Recently I purchased an Acer running Vista Basic, which does a backup onto “D” drive, which is a partition on “C” .
At present the laptop has a 80gig hard drive, but when you check the properties of “C” and “D” they are 34 Gig and 33 Gig respectively. Some 13 Gig short?
If I remove Vista and install “XP” what happens to the “D” partition.?
Hi Trevor I have had a very bad and frustrating week on the Internet trawling through the dozens of e-Retailers now resident in Australia, looking for new system components to upgrade my current PC. One stood out as the worst of the worst. Ozdirect.com.au. The prices were good, and the delivery was in the ball-park of two days to Qld. I purchased a new Gigabyte Quad core motherboard, and an AMD Phenom processor. This was last Frisay week.Their ads claimed that the goods would be despatched 'within 4 hours" of payment. The processor didn't turn up until last thursday; without the motherboard - even though the delivery docket showed 2 items. I spent the next 4 days trying to unravel just what had happened to item 2 with the transport company, who, had claimed that both items had been delivered. I went back to the Ozdirect company, and discovered that thay had not sent item 2 at all. Finally, it took a further 4 days before I finally rreceived my motherboard. And for all this "attention" I had to pay a credit card levy of 31/2% for the privilage. The cheapest price is not always the best bet where e-tailers are concerned. Buyer BEWARE!!!
Hello trevor i like podcasting your shows .But my question is that i have windows XP pentium 4 512 mb ram .But iam having trouble with a leadtek winfast HDTV card it keeps crashing cause it conflicting with something and do not what .?Is their a program i can by so it willtell what it is conflicting with or please advise me please how to get around this problem.thanks ian
Does anyone know what I can do about a Windows XP machine that pauses for 10 seconds out of every 30 seconds or so? I have no idea what's been causing this. It's happened on my machine and it was fixed by running Registry Mechanic by PC Tools where a lot of dead keys were erased, but a mate in the same week says the same thing is happening to his computer as well.
Both systems are running legitimate copies of Windows XP Home Edition. I don't have a multi-user licence in order to run Registry Mechanic on his PC so that solution's out..anything else I can try on this guy's PC?
Cheers, Frankster
Hmm... Frankster, what a pain.
I would first disable any unused programs, and do a good cleanup - ADD/REMOVE software - get rid of that which you do not want
That will help with the registry.
Then, you're certainly best getting another copy of that registry cleaner i would think - if it works, recommend it to your mate!
I started to fall off to sleep when you were talking about a set-top-box for an analog tv. I am not really up-to-date with all of this, I have a Panasonic (68cm?) TV which is over 15 years old, works like a gem, what does a set-top-box do? I know that it has something to do with the future of digital and hd. I am into simplicity. Can you recommend one that would suit my tv.
Many thanks....Joy
Joy,
Sooner or later the current TV transmission systems will be TURNED OFF - so you will not be able to see ANY TV.... UNLESS you get a Digital TV, OR a Set Top Box for your Current TV.
If you are happy with your TV, pop into Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi or any Electrical retailer and purchase a DIGITAL SET TOP BOX.
You'll get a great picture, and you're future proofed!
Does anyone know what I can do about a Windows XP machine that pauses for 10 seconds out of every 30 seconds or so? I have no idea what's been causing this. It's happened on my machine and it was fixed by running Registry Mechanic by PC Tools where a lot of dead keys were erased, but a mate in the same week says the same thing is happening to his computer as well.
Both systems are running legitimate copies of Windows XP Home Edition. I don't have a multi-user licence in order to run Registry Mechanic on his PC so that solution's out..anything else I can try on this guy's PC?
I started to fall off to sleep when you were talking about a set-top-box for an analog tv. I am not really up-to-date with all of this, I have a Panasonic (68cm?) TV which is over 15 years old, works like a gem, what does a set-top-box do? I know that it has something to do with the future of digital and hd. I am into simplicity. Can you recommend one that would suit my tv.
Many thanks....Joy
P.S. Thanks for the info regarding In-Car GPS. Haven't decided which way to go yet, will look into over the next few months.
Hi, i have just started my own technology show that is broadcast live over the internet & was wondering if i was able to add you as a sponsor. If you will agree to be one of my sponsors for the show i will gladly advertise your segment on Thursday nights & also your website. My live stream is www.livetechstream.tk
Trevor just came up with information from Microsoft that they will very soon stop supporting XP2 ,you made mention of this 17th jan, as i am a New kid on the block with P.C,s I went into a spin when they started saying I needed another PC to transfer with a special USB cable ,as I feel I am not the only one on this Island with no expertize,could you spend as much time and as often as possible on c/f/b,s thur nights explaining.Oh my computer is less than a year old. Thanks in advance.Stan
I love your programme on a Thursday night. I organise my evening to make sure I'm tuned in and don't miss any of it.
Last night you gave instructions on how to stop U-tube freezing up while you are watching something but I didn't have a pen handy. I'll do better in future.
Can you let me know how to do this please Regards Meg
Hi Trevor Ive got a dvd with a hard drive/with digital set top box.When we go to select a hd channel the tv tells us theres no signal.I only have the coax connected.do i need any more cables from dvd to tv.When i look at the channels theres like 10 million to chose from . Regards craig
craig
Wow Craig, sounds complicated.
I would have a chain of connections TV -> DVD HARDDRIVE -> DIgital Set Top Box.
The Digital Set top box should be COAX into the wall.
The DVD recorder should be RCA (the Red White and Yellow cords) to the Set top box, and the TV should be RCA to the DVD recorder.
Failing that, perhaps you need to boost your Antenna signal or get a new antenna?
On Thursday 10 Jan on chips4brains show you spoke of a credit card option that did not require you to use your own credit card. You advised that you pick these up at certain places and I missed the location. You pay an amount and the they supply you with a vist card number on a receipt and you use this number when you require credit card payment on the internet .
Can you supply these details.
Thanks
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth,
http://www.virtualvcard.com/
That's what you are after, available at QUIX Mobil Service stations and other places.
On boot-up after about 10 seconds a screen appears showing all drives detected, but down at the bottom it states :
CMOS Checksum Bad Press F1 to run SETUP Press F2 to load default values and continue
Pressing F2 does nothing but F1 brings up the bios and showed the date out of whack. (I thought it may be the CMOS battery but it checked out OK.) When I try to alter the date I cannot manipulate the cursor to the left so it stays at 2002. Also, although I can make other changes in the BIOS it will not accept any changes. (F10 save & exit) does not work and the final display shows "Discard changes" or "Cancel". - There's no way to Accept changes.
System : Win XP Pro SP 2 Intel core 2 6400, 2.13 GHz. 2133 MHz. 2G RAM. MBd. Asus P5N32-SLI SE Deluxe Drv C : 250 Gig
Ron
A quick google search, i found this site: http://www.tech-faq.com/cmos-checksum-bad-error.shtml
This looks like good advice:
If you have encountered this error and would like to fix your computer, here are some remedies for each situation:
CMOS Battery Not Functioning Properly: If you suspect your CMOS battery is not functioning properly you can easily change it. Before changing your battery, reboot your computer to make sure that the error still exists. If it does, go into your CMOS and write down all of the settings. If all settings are lost, you can usually get them from your computer manufacturer. Now locate the battery and remove it, you might need to consult your computers manual or tech support to remove your battery. Take down the CMOS batteries information such as volt, size, etc. Once you have your new battery, you can replace it and reenter your CMOS settings. If your battery was the cause of the CMOS Checksum Bad Error, you should have remedied the problem.
Your BIOS has Been Updated (either by you or possibly a virus): If your BIOS has been updated recently, your CMOS settings may have become reset. Make sure that the values entered in the BIOS are correct or simply reset them to the default settings. If you believe that a virus updated your BIOS settings, run a virus scan and make sure that the BIOS settings are back to the default.
The Computer Was Shut Down Improperly: Sometimes when running MS Windows, if you shut down your laptop or desktop without first properly shutting down your operating system it will corrupt the CMOS settings causing the CMOS Checksum Bad Error. You can easily avoid this error by making sure that you completely shut down your computer before turning off the power. Usually this entails going into the Start Menu/ Turn Off Computer/ Shut Down. If you received the error, shut down the computer properly, if this is the cause of the error, the error message will not return.
I enjoy your show on GB but it's a pity it's so late. Any chance of taking "Uncle Brian" out to lunch to see if an earlier time slot can be arranged ! Now a problem to stimulate your mind !
BIOS Trouble
On boot-up after about 10 seconds a screen appears showing all drives detected, but down at the bottom it states :
CMOS Checksum Bad Press F1 to run SETUP Press F2 to load default values and continue
Pressing F2 does nothing but F1 brings up the bios and showed the date out of whack. (I thought it may be the CMOS battery but it checked out OK.) When I try to alter the date I cannot manipulate the cursor to the left so it stays at 2002. Also, although I can make other changes in the BIOS it will not accept any changes. (F10 save & exit) does not work and the final display shows "Discard changes" or "Cancel". - There's no way to Accept changes.
System : Win XP Pro SP 2 Intel core 2 6400, 2.13 GHz. 2133 MHz. 2G RAM. MBd. Asus P5N32-SLI SE Deluxe Drv C : 250 Gig
Hi Trevor Ive got a dvd with a hard drive/with digital set top box.When we go to select a hd channel the tv tells us theres no signal.I only have the coax connected.do i need any more cables from dvd to tv.When i look at the channels theres like 10 million to chose from . Regards craig
On Thursday 10 Jan on chips4brains show you spoke of a credit card option that did not require you to use your own credit card. You advised that you pick these up at certin places and I missed the location. You pay an amount and the they supply you with a vist card number on a receipt and you use this number when you require credit card payment on the internet .
Hi Trevor My elderly Dad recommended I listen to your program which I have done. Excellent help you provide. I have a problem with the general speed of my 3 year old HP PC pentium tower. Both with opening applications such as word or excel and with broadband internet speed (my providor is TPG ADSL)Can you suggest why this might be and what can I do to rectify it. I dont have may applications loaded just the normal Windows suite and Trend Micro PC illin 2007 internet security, spybot,abode reader and that's about it. Your help is appreciated Kind Regards Linda
Can you recommend a In-Car GPS system that is easy to use, voice prompt loud and clear, and up-to-date australia maps. Basic A - Z route, 4.5" screen, no bluetooth. I have heard of Navman and TomTom. Would appreciate your help. Joy
Joy
Joy, i think there are some great simple units out there.
The Digiwalker Mio C320 is great, as is the Navman ICN330.
Basically, look for the cheap ones - they do BASIC A-B navigation. You don't need the bells and whistles right now!
Can you recommend a In-Car GPS system that is easy to use, voice prompt loud and clear, and up-to-date australia maps. Basic A - Z route, 4.5" screen, no bluetooth. I have heard of Navman and TomTom. Would appreciate your help. Joy
hi-love the show on thurs nite. i get this error message 'prop bitmap DLL not loaded'. what does this mean and how to rectify. this appears when i want to print from my outlook (2007 version). after click on it a couple of times it goes ahead to print. i use xp home. printer and laptop is dell. thanks Theo
Lets assume you can print ok from internet and word for example.
I'd uninstall any plugins you might have running in outlook, then also look for an UPDATED printer driver.
if you do update the driver, be sure to REMOVE completely the old driver and printer then install.
I am trying to run Microsoft greeting workshop on my new computer which is running windows XP however once it is loaded and I try to run it you receive the message "having trouble with the database" i have uninstalled & reinstalled a few times but still no luck
any tips
robyn
Microsoft Greeting Workshop?
Sorry i dont use it.
However, a quick search online, it could be that it is not compatible with your current Operating System?
Can you open a BLANK document? If so can you then check for upgrades to the program?
Thank you so much for being so informative. Problem with me is that I am usually in bed when listening to you and think "oh I'll remember that tomorrow". Guess what? very rarely do I. Last night you talked about defragmentation which reminded me to do so, which I have just completed but there was also another tip and that was with the computer being slow to start. You suggested MS and then I can't remember the next sequence. I would really appreciate it you could let me know so that I can speed up my computer. Thanks again for a very informative programme. (trying to learn to be computer savvie for when I retire in four months. Carol
Ok, START - PROGRAMS - SYSTEM TOOLS - DEFRAGMENT
That is it! Then choose your hard drive and ANALYSE - It will tell you what you need to do.
Set aside a bit of time, might take a while to complete.
I am using outlook 2007, and even when I was using outlook 2003, there was no way I could find out how to permantley delete emails. You can delete them but, they still remain somewhere in the system. I have checked the before and after deletion on the hard disk and the used/free space remains the same.
Appreciate any help
Bernie
After you delete emails you should look in the tools or data file locations for COMPACTING your data files. They may need to be done first before the 'space' shows up.
Could you tell me if Creative Muvo vidz is an easy or difficult MP3 player to use. I am an older person but even my enlightened family have trouble understanding how it works. I am so disappointed that I have a major problem getting it to function. It seems to have so many menus that I don't know what I am doing. Should I have bought a simpler model. Bev
Creative i thought were rather easy to use.
However, even the iPod isnt EASY to use when you first get one - it takes some time to understand the logic of it all.
Hard to break it, so just PLAY with it, a lot, the more you use the more you learn.
Trevor. I have trouble playing videos on my pc. They play a segment of the video a bit at a time. I have Microsoft XP2000. What do I need to do to correct this problem. Thanking you Austin
Austin,
I'd think it is a driver issue - what format is the file you are trying to play?
Is this in Windows Media Player?
Try it in a couple - say WMP and also Quicktime - see if all do the same thing, could also be your PC a bit slow unable to show it all smoothly.
G'Day Trevor: Have just installed a new Computer. I'm on XP. MOZILLA FIREFOX.home page. On my main page I have Favorites. On my old Computer, I could have about 25 Favorites and more. But now all I can get is 5,... But when I go into "Edit" they are all there. The box they are in is about a quarter the size the old box was. How can I open it up so they all show. Hope you can help as I have almost pulled out all my hair with frustration....John
John Boddington-Smith
John, Not quite sure what is happening there, could be that the bookmarks/favourites list is not ATTACHED to the page. Look for a little pin marker for that.
hi-love the show on thurs nite. i get this error message 'prop bitmap DLL not loaded'. what does this mean and how to rectify. this appears when i want to print from my outlook (2007 version). after click on it a couple of times it goes ahead to print. i use xp home. printer and laptop is dell. thanks
I am trying to run Microsoft greeting workshop on my new computer whick is running windows XP however once it is loaded and I try to run it you receive the message "having trouble with the database" i have uninstalled & reinstalled a few times but still no luck
Thank you so much for being so informative. Problem with me is that I am usually in bed when listening to you and think "oh I'll remember that tomorrow". Guess what? very rarely do I. Last night you talked about defragmentation which reminded me to do so, which I have just completed but there was also another tip and that was with the computer being slow to start. You suggested MS and then I can't remember the next sequence. I would really appreciate it you could let me know so that I can speed up my computer. Thanks again for a very informative programme. (trying to learn to be computer savvie for when I retire in four months. Carol
I am using outlook 2007, and even when I was using outlook 2003, there was no way I could find out how to permantley delete emails. You can delete them but, they still remain somewhere in the system. I have checked the before and after deletion on the hard disk and the used/free space remains the same.
Could you tell me if Creative Muvo vidz is an easy or difficult MP3 player to use. I am an older person but even my enlightened family have trouble understanding how it works. I am so disappointed that I have a major problem getting it to function. It seems to have so many menus that I don't know what I am doing. Should I have bought a simpler model. Bev
I spoke on last 'Chip 4 Brains' for '07 raising the issue of the massive price differences between HDMI cables. The arguement for extra shielding to stop interferrence affecting the signal doesn't hold water because HDMI is a digital signal and has much greater restistance to interferrence than an analogue signal especially over short distances between electronic devices such as TV's and DVD players etc.
Just Google the words... HDMI cable ripoff
I pity the poor punter who is faced with is extra cost 'cause the cables aren't included with the devices and faces being ripped off on their HDMI cable purchase.
Trevor. T0 you and all your family all the very best for Christmas And throughout the coming year. I hope as so many do I'm sure that you come back to us next year next. From aus & family
Hi Trevor. When you say it cannot be topped up does that mean that if you spend $39.95 on an item you lose the $10.05 change unless you can find something to that amount to purchase. If thats the case I would hate to deposit $500 with Vcard to buy something for $425 and then have to wait for something within $75 price range that i needed to purchase to save my losing my remaining deposit. Austin
Austijn aaus@optusnet.com.au, Quakers Hill
Hey mate, you are SPOT ON - I think the concept is for people to get them for specific purchases - That's the big killer though - the left over!
Hi Trevor. When you say it cannot be topped up does that mean that if you spend $39.95 on an item you lose the $10.05 change unless you can find something to that amount to purchase. If thats the case I would hate to deposit $500 with Vcard to buy something for $425 and then have to wait for something within $75 price range that i needed to purchase to save my losing my remaining deposit. Austin
Trevor. I have trouble playing videos on my pc. They play a segment of the video a bit at a time. I have Microsoft XP2000. What do I need to do to correct this problem. Thanking you Austin
G'Day Trevor: Have just installed a new Computer. I'm on XP. MOZILLA FIREFOX.home page. On my main page I have Favorites. On my old Computer, I could have about 25 Favorites and more. But now all I can get is 5,... But when I go into "Edit" they are all there. The box they are in is about a quarter the size the old box was. How can I open it up so they all show. Hope you can help as I have almost pulled out all my hair with frustration....John
Ahhhhhh, I see! Well thankyou for that info, I think I will stick to the Good old Windows Os's, and probably just load Vista onto the new computer.... when the time comes!
Just while we are on the topic, when you say unix based, what is unix?
Unix is an operating system - LINUX is a Unix based system.
Thats a VERY simple way of looking at it, but think DOS and UNIX being different operating Systems - DOS lead to MS DOS and WIndows, UNIX to Mac and Linux.
Hi Trevor, I just have a question about a computer I am going to attempt to build. I was looking at putting together a PC with one of the new Intel Core 2 Quad processors, and whacking 2 gigs of ram into it, but have had quite a weird thought about operating systems and what I want to use. Is it at all possible to load the Mac 10 leopard operating system onto a computer, and have it running in parallel with a Vista OS, keeping in mind that the computer was not built by Mac? I understand that you can put vista onto a mac, and I am curious about wheather it will work the other way around.
Keep up the fantastic work, Andrew
Andrew, Simple answer, No.
I'm SURE there is some HACK out there, as MAC is Unix based, but certainly not a common way to go.
Hi Trevor, I just have a question about a computer I am going to attempt to build. I was looking at putting together a PC with one of the new Intel Core 2 Quad processors, and whacking 2 gigs of ram into it, but have had quite a weird thought about operating systems and what I want to use. Is it at all possible to load the Mac 10 leopard operating system onto a computer, and have it running in parallel with a Vista OS, keeping in mind that the computer was not built by Mac? I understand that you can put vista onto a mac, and I am curious about wheather it will work the other way around.
hi trevor have been using limewire to download music for my own personel use but this site is getting quite trashy is there any other site i can use regards pat ellison
Pat, to be honest, I haven't used one in a fair while - Limewire is about the best i know of - but i BET someone else has a suggestion!!!
Hi Trevor, I would like to know if there is any gadget to transfer fax messages to my emails. This would enable me to collect my faxes from outside my home office, Where to purchase etc would be appreciated. Trevor D.
Hi Trev,
Mate there is certainly software out there.
What you need to look for is a WINDOWS FAX to EMAIL program. I will have a look at some point for you, but a quick google search should help.
Basically you will need to connect your modem to the fax line, setup to receive all faxes, it will then receive them and convert them to email.
Works well - i must say I often wonder why this isnt a more used application?
Hi Trevor, I would like to know if there is any gadget to transfer fax messages to my emails. This would enable me to collect my faxes from outside my home office, Where to purchase etc would be appreciated. Trevor D.
hi trevor have been using limewire to download music for my own personel use but this site is getting quite trashy is there any other site i can use regards pat ellison
My mouse pointer freezes and I have to re start the computer to fix the problem.Any suggestions? Iwas not able to get you on 2GB on thursday
Hard to tell really, i assume its a laser pointer (red light on the bottom), so i'd perhaps try another mouse as a test if you have a spare, failing that, go into CONTROL PANEL, SYSTEM, DEVICE MANAGER and remove the mouse from the device list. That will then uninstall it, when you reboot it SHOULD re-install - try to use a new driver from a CD or downloaded so you do not simply re-install the same driver.
I enjoy the chip for braines program,i want to buy a lap top and spend $1000-$1300 the only thing i don't know is memory mega bites the speed of a computer. I only want to use it for the internet, email and down loading picures from official web sites. Could u please tell me how many mega bites i need is 200 or 400mb enough i use the internet for 3-5 hrs a week. Greatly appreciated,,,George Anastassiou.
IF by memory you mean HARD DRIVE - then 200MB will be fine! I'd make sure you have at LEAST 512 MB or RAM memory.
Hi Trevor, have just been searching the net in regards a file called mom.exe. It loads when I install the catalyst control centre for my 9550 sapphire video card. Many posts claim that it is spyware embedded in the program by a rougue employee of sapphire & should be removed. Others claim it is safe & is part of the CCC program. Would you know wether this is a legit program or spyware? Thanks...Derek
On thursday night on 2gb you interviewed a person about a website where plasma V lcd when this was being broacast, I did not pay much atention as the last thing I was worried about was a new tv set What a difference 24 hours make, I now need a new set, copuld I have that website. MAL
Hi Trevor, I have found out what was making my wireless mouse play up while on line. After changing all the batteries including the keyboard, my husband adjusted the receivers USB connection and presto all works well. I thought I would let you know just in case some other oldy has the same problem some day. Thank you for your help. Love the chips for Brains show on Thursday Nights. Beverley
Just listened to the 11/29/07 Chip-for-Brains show ( don't you just love podcasts?) I just wanted to say that you provide a great service for you listeners. I really liked the segment on HDTV's.
You really do a great job as a tech support specialist with very little info to go on.
Tell Brian and the gang over at 2GB that they all do a great job ( at least as heard over on this side of the world )
Ashley, interesting. Telstra sent me the Next G card today, so I could test it on the Mac. No Problem! I am using the Aircard 880U version on the 7.2Mbps speed plans.
Just wondering how did you go with using ur Next G USB? I have the same but since updated to Leopard i can no longer use it. Bigpond told me that they dont support Leopard yet.
Hi trevor, I enjoy the chip for braines program,i want to buy a lap top and spend $1000-$1300 the only thing i don't know is memory mega bites the speed of a computer. I only want to use it for the internet, email and down loading picures from official web sites. Could u please tell me how many mega bites i need is 200 or 400mb enough i use the internet for 3-5 hrs a week. Greatly appreciated,,,George Anastassiou.
Hi again Trevor. The only way I would be able to remove it is to do a FULL rebuild back to factory condition. Would that be OK. I have backups of all my work.
Re: Added Mon 27 Nov 2007 Rewinsys32.exe Application Error. The application failed to intialize properly (0xc0000005)click on OK to terminate application.
Thank you for your advice & help Trevor. I listen to your show all the time. I have Adaware I'll uninstall it & download Windows Defender & see what happens. I have windows xp 2002 I don't know of anyone that could help me with the advice you gave me I'm computer literate but not 100% confident on this problem. If I just let the application error message keep coming up everytime I start my computer up will it do any harm? Regards
G'day, hope you continue to learn every day mate, thats the wonderful thing about computers!
MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER and MOZILLA FIREFOX are both 100% ok to have on your computer at the same time. These are known as BROWSERS, they allow you to VIEW WEBSITES.
GOOGLE is a WEBSITE - not a program.
However, any 'toolbars' that people want you to have, i personally ignore. Google Toolbar, Yahoo Toolbar, MSN Toolbar - they are all just ways of getting you to do more with them. Ignore them, uninstall them!
There is no definitive Answer. I own a NAVMAN, and its the basic model ic330 or similar. Its great, simple and does just what i need.
I'm testing a MIO now, and it too is great, however MUCH more complex, in that it has MANY more features, it has businesses listed in it, bluetooth for your phone and much more.
What you need to decide first is WHAT DO WE WANT IT TO DO. If you want to replace your paper street directory, then go for something simple. Cheap and simple will get you there every time.
I have a problem re: winsys32.exe Application Error. The application failed to intialize properly (0xc0000005)click on OK to terminate application.
This message came up as a few months ago when I downloaded Limewire.com which I've uninstalled it now & everytime I startup my computer the above application error comes up I want to get rid of it & dont know how it's a pain in the butt. My Antivirus & spyware is up to date & no viruses are detected. please help.
Trevor, My mum asked me if we could be a NAV SAT type thing for my dad, with out his knowing? and i am asking you this question... what is the best nav sat device on the market? but, also, best for your money? i listen in every thursday and love your show, i am always up for a bit of knowledge. Thanks in Advance, Alex.
Hi! trevor I'm old in the tooth but a baby with computers,HELP I am confused if i can have Microsoft,Google ,Mozilla Firefox on my computer without causing blockages to the programmes .I don't fully understand Defaults and if one cancels the other ,I get messages popping up on the screen indicating the message or program cannot be found .
Ron, re the SCSI CD rom - could well be the mother board.
However, to install the driver without the CD - go to the manufacturer website, or search for it online, download, and install from the hard drive instead of the CD. If that doesn't make it work, it could be the mother board.
I have a Win 98 PC with a Scussi CD RW which is no longer recognised by windows but is OK in the BIOS. Control panel shows Yellow mark and states that PCI SCSI Bus Controller drivers are not installed.(code 38)
When I try to re-install driver it asks to insert the windows cd rom but the drive does'nt work !!
Not to be outdone, I installed another (IDE)CD Rom on IDE 2 (Master, no slave),and it too has a similar problem. It is recognised in explorer but in properties it says it is not accessible.
I have replaced the cable but no difference and also gone into the bios and it detects these drives as well as the scussi bus controller.
In hindsight I guess it would be a good idea to have the windows cd rom copied to a file on the hard drive so that I would not be dependent on the drives for such vital info & drivers.
G'day Trev. I've been catching up on recent Chip 4 Brains shows via the Podcasts (as i am unable to listen to the show live). I'm surprised at the number of people still using Dial Up !
I thought i'd send you a little ditty on the joys of Dial Up.
Joy, To be honest i think you cannot go wrong with either Logitech or Microsoft wireless products.
What i would look for if you are using it on a Laptop is a LAPTOP/NOTEBOOK version - the desktop ones have a large 'dongle'.
Some tips. Microsoft have a Wireless 5000 model which uses BLUETOOTH which if you have it on your laptop means you don't need need a receiver to plug into the laptop, just the mouse - that would be cool.
Bottom line, check the transceiver/receiver size - you need something that is portable and doesn't stick out too far!
Hi, I have asked you for advice once before and it proved to be very helpful. Thank you. But now i have a problem of a different kind. In my windows pictures where all my pictures are automatically sent when i download them, there have been pictures appearing that i have no knowledge of what so ever. They are all quite explicit and sexual in nature. I know they were not on my phone when i downloaded them and i think they came off the net some how. Some are titled 'you' and 'i want' I have anti virus software and it is all up to date. Is there a way i could find out who it is? Or at least put a stop to it? No one i know would send them to me in a email. I am really lost for thoughts and just want to know who it could be. My 9 year old brother uses the computer and i would hate for him to come across any pictures like that. I know for a fact it isn't him doing it either.
Trevor. On Brians CHIPS FOR BRAINS, show Thursday night last you mentioned a card of a limited amount to spend which could be acquired giving you accessibility to purchase things on the net. I know Brian has spoke about this type of credit card for some years and it would suit me as well. Could you please give me more details as to where I may purchase this card either by Email or next Thursday night on 2GB's Brian Wiltshire show. Thanking you Austin
I've performed a big oops and accepted the download of those cute incredimail icons and they have now become a pain in the butt. My attempt to remove the program created more dramas and I had to restore the computer to an earlier date to counteract this. Consequently, they are still there. Can you offer me a safe and sure way of getting rid of all the incredimail files that have taken over the internet and email files. I only open up the internet in Google home page and my email in outlook express to avoid the icons. Trend Micro hates them.
Hi! Trevor, I came across"Registry Smart"by accident and,with some of the problems I was encountering ,like ,"Error with a program having to be closed down , Registry's offer to clean up my computer seemed like the answer to the problem. Before doing anything I checked it out on Mozilla ,What seemed to be someone actually wising me up to a possible calamity, turned out to be promotional material from www.detectingadwarespyware.com from P>O Box1213 Gold Coast Qld.can you put me on the right track and possibly a lot of listeners as to the risks in downloading these systems. Hope you can help.stan.
Hi, I have a problem which seems pretty basic but I can't solve it. Whenever I print an email from Outlook Express, even though the print preview looks fine, about 5 characters on each line down one side of the document are cut off. The same thing happens when printing from the Internet. I am using Cable Broadband and have Windows Express and my printer is an HP Deskjet F300.
Trev, Murray had a lovely woman who still wanted to share her memories, i.e. slides, with her family but, did not have a slide projector that worked. I thought if she could borrow one you could explain how to project them onto a wall and then take a digital photo of them. She could then e-mail them or you could explain to her how to make a power point slide show.
I work in an electronics-rich environment, where GSM phones are banned because of the signals they emit when "phoning home", which gets into the electronics and is heard as a distinctive noise.
By contrast, I can leave my CDMA phone switched on and suffer no interference problems from it.
However, Telstra is switching off the CDMA service early next year, which means I have to look at another phone.
What are the new NextG and 3G phones like in this regard? Can I leave them switched on when I'm at work, or will I have to switch them off?
Thanks Trevor for your quick response But I have tried both changing batteries and pushing the receiver and mouse buttons and it is better for a little while then starts to play up again. What I find confusing is that it does not do it while I am not on line. Any further ideas. Beverley
Patrick, with regards to cd and dvd's for photos - there are LOTS of solutions - Windows Movie maker is probably on your PC, try it.. Otherwise search around, i don't personally have any recommendation - perhaps others will?
I know my Uncle swears by one, i will get the name of that one for you!
To update your drivers you need to do a couple of things.
1/ WINDOWS UPDATE - do this often. 2/ Visit the website of the manufacturer of your hardware, be it compaq or the cards and hardware itself. Look for the most recent driver.
Ken, i'm not 100% on your question, but i think you want to have a print out of what is ON the flash drive.
Once the flash drive is connected to your PC it is in essence a Hard drive (E: F:), perhaps look at my LINKS page and use the PRINT DIR function to print out the contents of the drive?
Hi Trevor, I was wondering if you could help me with a problem I have with my Microsoft wireless optical mouse.I have had the Wireless keyboard and mouse for 4 years but I am not a heavy user. Just a little searching and e mail from friends.My problem is that the pointer arrow recently started to drop to the left bottom of the screen & stops on the screen also the left click has to be pushed numerous times to work. This seems to be only when I am on line. I have moved the modem away in case it was that but no luck. Hope you can help as being an oldie, I do not know who else to ask. Thank You Beverley.
Hi Trevor, Need a little help. I went in to play online games at bigfish and got a message "Javascript is needed to play games". I was playing them quite happily the day before.The only thing I can see that may have happened is that shockwave updater is now showing on my tool bar. Question one How do I get rid of the ShockWave updater. Question two How do I fix the problem with the java script? I have looked into advanced internet options and under Java (sun) The box is ticked and also reads "use Java 2v1.4.2_03 for <applet> (requires restart)" Is this the problem and how do I restart?
Hope you can help. Enjoy your program on Thursdays.
Hello Trevor, I truly enjoy your comments each week and wondered if you could maybe help me with a frustrating PC hurdle I have. I have an HP with XP2. I convert lots of music tracks to MP3 then send them to flash drive sticks or memory cards. I have the wish to be able to check out the loaded programs on any of the flash drives or memory cards and this is not a problem in "My Computer" but ultimately I want to be able to do a print-out of each program for my own convenience. Each listed title is always headed by the Windows Media Player icon and this apparently prevents any print-out of a program list. I've tried all ways I can think of to try and get the print-out to work but to no avail. Please tell me there is a way and show me how to get there. I'll appreciate any helf you can give me. Regards, Ken.
I recently had friends over from Italy. They were using Mac`s and said they would never go back to PC`s. They don`t get all the junk mail , virus`s etc. They were pretty happy with it. I am interested in swapping over, but .... what does it entail and how would you go about it .Do you have to buy a new Mac and then download all your files. Can you keep your old email. Could you give me a quick run down of how it happens. Thanks Lea
I’m not sure what you mean? On the CAMERA it says file is corrupt?
Does it say that for all the images? Or just one?
You should still sync it up and download the pictures, it could be just that one image, but also, it could be the card, you may need to FORMAT the card in the camera once you get the photos off, that will give it a clean slate to work on.
Hi Trevor, Ihave a Canon Digi camera. It is saying the file is corrupt. How is this possible?Is it safe to put in the computer to download the photos? Appreciate some help. Thanks. Cheryl
Recently I took my USB Memory Stick to a Photographic shop to have some hard copy photos made. In so doing, the shop operator (I think) infected my Memory Stick such that when I plug it in and double click on the USB (F) drive I have an ALERT dialogue appears which reads, "Windows cannot find 'sys.exe'.Make sure you typed the name correctly and try again.To search for a file, click Start Button and then click Search" I have followed the instruction but no joy. Can you help. Note: I can access the USB memory stick by highlighting the F drive and going to File-Open.
Matt, permissions problem is hard to diagnose without a LOT more info, probably a look at the machine - remember GOOGLE is a great resource for this... keep it simple, and search with "" around your needs... to narrow down to a good search.
Tim, if you want to do a complete clean up there are a few steps.
1/ BACK UP EVERYTHING - Documents, Favourites, Mail, addresses etc! 2/ Make sure you have the registration info, cd or file download for ALL your software. 3/ Make sure you have a valid WINDOWS disk and KEY, OR the 'CLEAN INSTALL' cd that came with your PC.
Then once you have that its as simple as putting in that clean install CD, or WIndows CD, booting up to the CD. Go through the options and choose the FORMAT option when installing - this WIPES EVERYTHING FROM YOUR HARD DRIVE and starts all over again.
Then once done you have the painful task of re-installing all your programs and getting back your data!
Frankly, i don't think you should build a website unless you have the core HTML knowledge. If you do want to take on the challenge, then look at Dreamweaver as an option, it is at least more advanced and less weighed down by Microsoft's formatting issues in Front Page.
Of course, if you want a place to share notes, entries, blogs and photos... Grab a Familysite - www.familysite.com.au
We're selling them for just $250, just launched, including your own domain name!
Hi Trevor.. I was intently listening to one of ur podcasts when i heard u mention cleaning and refreshing a computer every six months or so by unstialling/reinstalling everything including OS. I'm keen on doing this though i am uncertain as to how to do it safely. Could u advise?
Peter, Digital Radio will launch in Australia in 2009.
There is currently NO RADIO in production that will allow you to listen to that broadcast. Any current Digital Radio you have or can purchase now will NOT work in the new DAB+ system.
The current Digital Broadcasts are 'trials' and when shut down soon, they will be replaced by further trials of the new encoding (DAB+), and new radios will be required.
Trevor, This question might be hard to answer but on my laptop for some reason the permission settings have changed and i basically have no permission to anything on any of my profiles its really annoying please help
Community Radio is heavily regulated... so move on from that idea...
What you should consider as a starting point is a podcast!
Record a show (any audio program), make a podcast (there is some great software out there to do that) and get it into iTunes and other great podcast directories... and tell your mates and neighbours!
Good luck - let me know the link if you get to do it...
hi trevor i listen to your show with brian wilshere and i am only 17 but i am interested in running a community radio station from home and want to know wat i need to do and wat to buy please thanks for your help
Thanks Trevor for getting back to me yeh his great i dont get to watch his show much on tv anymore but yeh his radio shows on his twit network are very good. Your podcast of your show is just as good its helping me get some more knowledge for hsc coming up got a ipt exam to do i find your show more than helpful you do a good job your the aussie leo thanks Trevor keep up good work oh and do you recomend any podcast?
hey mate listen to you on podcast i dont think many of the listeners would im 17 so thats prob unusual also, i dont no if your a real itunes person but there is another tech kinda show im really into dont worry its american so its not a rival its run by leo leporte if you watch the how to channel on fox you may be familiar with him his really good anyway he runs the twit netowrk it covers all sorts of tech topics its more for advanced people you would love it i recommend it cheers keep puting your show up on itunes its good thanks cheers matt
I purchased a Samsung A501 with instance of 3G coverage. It is a great phone after listening to advice you gave on phones generally on Chips4Brains. Where we live after 6 phones with internal area and no coverage. Telstra mobile net phone service they suggested I look at their map. Without their help in this matter internal aerials I had was so much time.The company never suggested this Telstra site and before anybody contracts a phone or 2 check your coverage. They also suggested always to check when the phone was bought out. Sean, Berowra
I must say my gut instinct is to NOT trust these online survey things.
HOWEVER, like you say, some do pay money.
SO, my advice - 1/ Never put your FULL NAME (middle name etc) 2/ NEVER put your Date of Birth 3/ NEVER put your ADDRESS 4/ Setup a new email account, gmail.com or yahoo.com.au perhaps, and use THAT only for surveys, that way you wont clog up your personal account.
Re Google ads, there is no security concern there at all. Google ads simply display within the pages based on text WITHIN the page. So what that means is that google reads all my pages, and displays ads within them that try to ‘match’ the content on them. Simple as that.
Hi Trevor, Quick question? How does Google Ad on your page work. I am a bit confused and is it safe on what level of security setting. Kerrie, Berowra Hts PS:Hope you have time to answer in your thousands of emails
Trevor Not sure if you can help with my enquiry? Thinking of working from home with my computer a few hours a day, doing surverys on line where they pay you. I have done a google search and found many my concern is are they safe Australian sites. Do you know of any that you can suggest I look at that are trusting and not scams. Thank you. Yolanda
Brian mentioned security cameras during the last show. I have used a great program which uses usb cameras. The program is free and is available from NCH software, here.
Alex, re Digital Signatures, certainly you should be wary of this, but remember it could just be that the company/driver you're using hasn't made it through the Windows approval system - normally, its safe to Ignore them and just move on!
The driver will either work or it won't, but Microsoft won't help ya if it doesn't!
Irene, re DVB - i wonder if its just a BAD AREA for you - poor reception. Who checked your aerial? The only REAL way to know for sure is to try another box.. See if you get the same issue.
Or try THAT box at another location, if it works ok, then its unique to your location.
Running old Athlon 700 on Epox MBd. 1G Ram. Lately has been hesitant to load windows 98SE sometimes needing up to 10 attempts but to-day it would only go into safe mode so I did a scandisk & it showed no problem. I then Changed the CMos Batt. while still on, to hopefully save cmos data, but on Re-booting it would not even boot into the BIOS but it gives a longish beep about every two seconds with the screen showing "No Input". The useless Epox MBd manual gives no indication of what the beeps mean.
Hi Trevor, I have two questions for you but firstly I listen to Brian most evenings.This prompted me to e mail you. I brought a HP desk top computer a year ago.Unfortunately,I have no one about me who is able to help if I need it.I am only able to send e mails and use the basics on the internet. I am wanting to know if you are able to recomend a very good computer person who would come to your home to give the odd lesson.I did attend a computer course but prefer a one on one. Secondly,I wanted your opion on service providers.I got broad band (Telstra)with the two year contract the first 9 mths at half price.My land line is with Telstra and I wanted to have all billing packaged together.I will be operating a business from it in the next 8 mths.Do you think I could have got a cheaper deal and if so can I change without incuring a fee? Sorry this is not more condensed than this.
Enjoy listening to you on 2GB. Perhaps you could help me. I have a NEC analogue tv and a DVB set top box with recording facilities.Sometimes it works perfecly but at other times the interruption to the audio is very bad, up to 15 seconds every minute or so at its worst whether I am watching a live show or playing a recording. Could it be interference from a neighbour's computer which I have suspected because of the times when kids are home from school, or do you have any other suggestions. I have had the aeriel checked and they don't seem to think they can improve it. I bought the box from my son-in-law and don't want to complain too much. If I had bought it from a shop would be taking it back as it is extremely annoying. Would greatly appreciate your views. Regards, Irene
HI COULD YOU PLEASE INFORM ME OF THE COLES SUSIDERY THAT SENDS YOU THE CATALOGUE FOR PC PARTS AND ACCESSORIESIT WAS ..W SOMETHING I DIDNT CATCH ALL THE INFORMATION...CHEERS BEV
Patricia, to unsintall Yahoo mail, which i assume is appearing as an application on your PC, goto START >> CONTROL PANEL - then ADD and REMOVE PROGRAMS.
Once this list is populated, click on YAHOO MAIL and click REMOVE.
To Clear the Contents of the My Recent Documents Folder To clear the My Recent Documents list, follow these steps: 1. Right-click Start, and then click Properties. Or, if the Start menu is already displayed, right-click an empty area of the Start menu, and then click Properties. 2. Click Customize. 3. Click the Advanced tab. 4. Under Recent documents, click Clear List, click OK, and then click OK. Your most recently used documents are removed from the My Recent Documents folder. Note that this action does not delete the documents from your hard disk.
Just thought I'de ask about this. It has me stumped. I am using Vista 64bit and when I try to install the drivers for my graphics card (because Vista's are just not good enough) from Gigabyte Vista tells me that the drivers are not digitally signed. Is there a way of turning off this security? Btw I am 15 and have installed three care computers 2 desktops in a farm car of mine (which failed miserably) and a laptop in a prado (which is working). I have created a diary at http://bigredbrick.info . Also for those who really can't be bothered to create a huge website or lack in experience open source cms systems are GREAT (http://opensourcecms.com). Thanks.
Thank you for my last request,I have another ? Can I use this HD (Hard Drive) and get another HD and switch them over with a by using a external removable case e.g I decided to take this HD off and use my other HD does this effect the settings on my PC and will it work when i change them around. Thanking you Jim
G'day Trevor. On last Thursday nights show you were talking about Defraging, the hard drive, I have been using Ashampoo Magic Defrag, which runs in the background all the time.. What do you think of this system ?? Look forward to you comment next Thursday night....
Dear Trevor I mistyped my name in a Windoows system folder and I cannot correct it because the folder cannot be moved or changed I'm using Pro XP. please help.
