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  2. wiseowl
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    Windows 10

    @kazzawazza they offered that to us over 2mths back but it's costing we more a month...might be through the XL package though...good deal mate :thumbsup:
    @kazzawazza they offered that to us over 2mths back but it's costing we more a month...might be through the XL package though...good deal mate :thumbsup:
    @kazzawazza they offered that to us over 2mths back but it's costing we more a month...might be through the XL package though...good deal mate :thumbsup:
    @kazzawazza they offered that to us over 2mths back but it's costing we more a month...might be through the XL package though...good deal mate :thumbsup:
    wiseowl, Feb 13, 2015 ... 32 33 34
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    Gail_68
    Mar 20, 2018
  3. Scrungee
    Sticky

    Posting Images hosted on Photobucket

    Apologies, from me, to any members that are posting links to their albums. I have very slow broadband and, because it takes so long to link through to pictures done in that way, I don't bother...
    Apologies, from me, to any members that are posting links to their albums. I have very slow broadband and, because it takes so long to link through to pictures done in that way, I don't bother and just skip the post.I only look at pictures that are posted directly on to GC. I'm not ignoring...
    Apologies, from me, to any members that are posting links to their albums. I have very slow broadband and, because it takes so long to link through to pictures done in that way, I don't bother and just skip the post.I only look at pictures...
    Apologies, from me, to any members that are posting links to their albums. I have very slow broadband and, because it takes so long to link through to pictures done in that way, I don't bother...
    Scrungee, Jul 12, 2014
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    shiney
    Jul 12, 2014
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  5. burnie

    Broad band provider?

    Hi,Thanks @ricky101 I agree; a new thread would be better to discuss computers. :dbgrtmb:Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,Thanks @ricky101 I agree; a new thread would be better to discuss computers. :dbgrtmb:Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,Thanks @ricky101 I agree; a new thread would be better to discuss computers. :dbgrtmb:Kind regards, Col.
    Hi,Thanks @ricky101 I agree; a new thread would be better to discuss computers. :dbgrtmb:Kind regards, Col.
    burnie, Jul 4, 2025 ... 2
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    Retired
    Nov 9, 2025
  6. Palazzio

    Flower Show Software

    What data are you looking for it to handle here? And what functionality are you looking for? I've done very little with VBA in the intervening 7 years since this was first posted, so I am as...
    What data are you looking for it to handle here? And what functionality are you looking for? I've done very little with VBA in the intervening 7 years since this was first posted, so I am as rusty as hell, especially so when it comes to the Excel side, but if I can help I will give it a go.
    What data are you looking for it to handle here? And what functionality are you looking for? I've done very little with VBA in the intervening 7 years since this was first posted, so I am as rusty as hell, especially so when it comes to the...
    What data are you looking for it to handle here? And what functionality are you looking for? I've done very little with VBA in the intervening 7 years since this was first posted, so I am as...
    Palazzio, Jan 10, 2018
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    Fat Controller
    Oct 21, 2025
  7. simone_in_wiltshire

    Windows 10 will run out of support in October 2025

    Probably a lot of money I have a 17 inch Hewlett Packard laptop. I'll do what I did with my last one and tape it together with Duck/Gorilla tape. :) That was an HP as well and the keyboard was...
    Probably a lot of money I have a 17 inch Hewlett Packard laptop. I'll do what I did with my last one and tape it together with Duck/Gorilla tape. :) That was an HP as well and the keyboard was parting company on that. I won't have another one and will probably go to an Asus next time.
    Probably a lot of money I have a 17 inch Hewlett Packard laptop. I'll do what I did with my last one and tape it together with Duck/Gorilla tape. :) That was an HP as well and the keyboard was parting company on that. I won't have another one and...
    Probably a lot of money I have a 17 inch Hewlett Packard laptop. I'll do what I did with my last one and tape it together with Duck/Gorilla tape. :) That was an HP as well and the keyboard was...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Aug 4, 2024 ... 5 6 7
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    Sheal
    Oct 20, 2025
  8. Loofah

    Mini pc and small form factor (sff)

    It's the M7 with W11Bit confusing with all the models they've got! I've not tried it yet, will get it set up in the next couple of days when I have time
    It's the M7 with W11Bit confusing with all the models they've got! I've not tried it yet, will get it set up in the next couple of days when I have time
    It's the M7 with W11Bit confusing with all the models they've got! I've not tried it yet, will get it set up in the next couple of days when I have time
    It's the M7 with W11Bit confusing with all the models they've got! I've not tried it yet, will get it set up in the next couple of days when I have time
    Loofah, Sep 14, 2025 ... 2 3
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    Hanglow
    Oct 7, 2025
  9. Michael Hewett

    Refresh a page

    just tried holding down fn and pushing f5 at the same time, it does appear to refresh the page on my laptop.
    just tried holding down fn and pushing f5 at the same time, it does appear to refresh the page on my laptop.
    just tried holding down fn and pushing f5 at the same time, it does appear to refresh the page on my laptop.
    just tried holding down fn and pushing f5 at the same time, it does appear to refresh the page on my laptop.
    Michael Hewett, Sep 11, 2025
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    pete
    Sep 12, 2025
  10. Michael Hewett

    General question about computers

    I would make sure that i use the latest browser version and delete the browser’s cache/cookies. Of course, test a page in different browsers to see if it’s the same issue.
    I would make sure that i use the latest browser version and delete the browser’s cache/cookies. Of course, test a page in different browsers to see if it’s the same issue.
    I would make sure that i use the latest browser version and delete the browser’s cache/cookies. Of course, test a page in different browsers to see if it’s the same issue.
    I would make sure that i use the latest browser version and delete the browser’s cache/cookies. Of course, test a page in different browsers to see if it’s the same issue.
    Michael Hewett, Aug 24, 2025 ... 2
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Aug 25, 2025
  11. Palustris

    Latest Scams

    I had a phone call last week from someone who wanted to renew the maintenance cover on my Sky equipment. I asked how long I had had it for and how much per month it was. 3 years and £11.99 per...
    I had a phone call last week from someone who wanted to renew the maintenance cover on my Sky equipment. I asked how long I had had it for and how much per month it was. 3 years and £11.99 per month. I then asked to speak to arrange a refund as I never authorised the payment. Strangely, no...
    I had a phone call last week from someone who wanted to renew the maintenance cover on my Sky equipment. I asked how long I had had it for and how much per month it was. 3 years and £11.99 per month. I then asked to speak to arrange a refund as I...
    I had a phone call last week from someone who wanted to renew the maintenance cover on my Sky equipment. I asked how long I had had it for and how much per month it was. 3 years and £11.99 per...
    Palustris, Mar 17, 2024 ... 2 3 4
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    katecat58
    Apr 16, 2025
  12. roders

    Tube download problem.

    I have a number of Youtube videos saved on my favourites listing.Edit: All of which are music.
    I have a number of Youtube videos saved on my favourites listing.Edit: All of which are music.
    I have a number of Youtube videos saved on my favourites listing.Edit: All of which are music.
    I have a number of Youtube videos saved on my favourites listing.Edit: All of which are music.
    roders, Apr 10, 2025
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    Sheal
    Apr 14, 2025
  13. Michael Hewett

    Alternative search engines

    It's just being rolled out as a Windows update according to news sources, and I would expect it to act behind the scenes. You might not know it's happening and it doesn't need patience, just...
    It's just being rolled out as a Windows update according to news sources, and I would expect it to act behind the scenes. You might not know it's happening and it doesn't need patience, just freedom to roam all over your computer, which it allows itself to do.Not a social media fan myself and...
    It's just being rolled out as a Windows update according to news sources, and I would expect it to act behind the scenes. You might not know it's happening and it doesn't need patience, just freedom to roam all over your computer, which it allows...
    It's just being rolled out as a Windows update according to news sources, and I would expect it to act behind the scenes. You might not know it's happening and it doesn't need patience, just...
    Michael Hewett, Mar 16, 2025 ... 2 3
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    TattyMac
    Apr 14, 2025
  14. noisette47

    Emoticons

    It took me a while to figure it out :pcthwack:
    It took me a while to figure it out :pcthwack:
    It took me a while to figure it out :pcthwack:
    It took me a while to figure it out :pcthwack:
    noisette47, Mar 18, 2025
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    Butterfly6
    Mar 19, 2025
  15. ricky101

    Are you ready for web Fingerprinting ?

    Well we all learn, :) we have got a good new search engine that Stephen mentioned.If you are concerened about Googles prying and Emails then you can get one or more Private Emails services....
    Well we all learn, :) we have got a good new search engine that Stephen mentioned.If you are concerened about Googles prying and Emails then you can get one or more Private Emails services. They are chargable ( and legal ) for their full multi account services but most do offer one free...
    Well we all learn, :) we have got a good new search engine that Stephen mentioned.If you are concerened about Googles prying and Emails then you can get one or more Private Emails services. They are chargable ( and legal ) for their full...
    Well we all learn, :) we have got a good new search engine that Stephen mentioned.If you are concerened about Googles prying and Emails then you can get one or more Private Emails services....
    ricky101, Feb 8, 2025 ... 2
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    ricky101
    Feb 10, 2025
  16. Jiffy

    Smart Phone's

    You are welcome.We don't bother with surveys either, just ignore / delete them.Its the same when you order online / emails, just delete them or look for the small text at the bottom of their...
    You are welcome.We don't bother with surveys either, just ignore / delete them.Its the same when you order online / emails, just delete them or look for the small text at the bottom of their page that says "unsubscribe" - it usually works.
    You are welcome.We don't bother with surveys either, just ignore / delete them.Its the same when you order online / emails, just delete them or look for the small text at the bottom of their page that says "unsubscribe" - it usually works.
    You are welcome.We don't bother with surveys either, just ignore / delete them.Its the same when you order online / emails, just delete them or look for the small text at the bottom of their...
    Jiffy, Feb 9, 2025
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    ricky101
    Feb 10, 2025
  17. Michael Hewett

    USB

    Thanks @Pete8 , that’s reminded me I need some new light bulbs!:biggrin:
    Thanks @Pete8 , that’s reminded me I need some new light bulbs!:biggrin:
    Thanks @Pete8 , that’s reminded me I need some new light bulbs!:biggrin:
    Thanks @Pete8 , that’s reminded me I need some new light bulbs!:biggrin:
    Michael Hewett, Feb 2, 2025 ... 2
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    Songbird
    Feb 2, 2025
  18. ricky101

    Ytube Adverts

    I use UBlock Origin a get no Ads on Firefox when watching youtube
    I use UBlock Origin a get no Ads on Firefox when watching youtube
    I use UBlock Origin a get no Ads on Firefox when watching youtube
    I use UBlock Origin a get no Ads on Firefox when watching youtube
    ricky101, Jan 30, 2025
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    Jiffy
    Jan 31, 2025
  19. Michael Hewett

    Please help with modern non-understandable abreviations

    I'm none the wiser . I think I'll just delete them.
    I'm none the wiser . I think I'll just delete them.
    I'm none the wiser . I think I'll just delete them.
    I'm none the wiser . I think I'll just delete them.
    Michael Hewett, Jan 12, 2025 ... 2
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    Michael Hewett
    Jan 12, 2025
  20. ricky101

    PrePaid Credit/Debit Cards ?

    I can see prepaid cards have their uses, for instance if going to a gym or swimming pool and using lockers that may or may not be secure or something else where you need a bit of cash. Having a...
    I can see prepaid cards have their uses, for instance if going to a gym or swimming pool and using lockers that may or may not be secure or something else where you need a bit of cash. Having a phone not connected to any bank might be an idea too, when out and about.
    I can see prepaid cards have their uses, for instance if going to a gym or swimming pool and using lockers that may or may not be secure or something else where you need a bit of cash. Having a phone not connected to any bank might be an idea...
    I can see prepaid cards have their uses, for instance if going to a gym or swimming pool and using lockers that may or may not be secure or something else where you need a bit of cash. Having a...
    ricky101, Nov 30, 2024
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    2,573
    ClematisDbee
    Dec 1, 2024
  21. ricky101

    Paypal Swaps your Data for Adverts - CA Article

    Hi,An interesting article in the current Computer Active magazine* about PayPals recent Policy Updates to UK user accounts.What has happened is that they have now turned On all our marketing...
    Hi,An interesting article in the current Computer Active magazine* about PayPals recent Policy Updates to UK user accounts.What has happened is that they have now turned On all our marketing preferences so they are available to all its "merchants" as from the 10th of this month.The CA...
    Hi,An interesting article in the current Computer Active magazine* about PayPals recent Policy Updates to UK user accounts.What has happened is that they have now turned On all our marketing preferences so they are available to all its...
    Hi,An interesting article in the current Computer Active magazine* about PayPals recent Policy Updates to UK user accounts.What has happened is that they have now turned On all our marketing...
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    ricky101, Oct 26, 2024
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    ricky101
    Oct 26, 2024
  22. clanless

    Google Pay and NFC

    Think thats being a bit too pessimistic ? seems the biggest risk factor is ourselves reacting the wrong way to things. If the banks want our business then they will have to ensure their systems...
    Think thats being a bit too pessimistic ? seems the biggest risk factor is ourselves reacting the wrong way to things. If the banks want our business then they will have to ensure their systems are keeping us safe from the online frauds or superbots of tomorrow ?!Re the Wallets, as we...
    Think thats being a bit too pessimistic ? seems the biggest risk factor is ourselves reacting the wrong way to things. If the banks want our business then they will have to ensure their systems are keeping us safe from the online frauds or...
    Think thats being a bit too pessimistic ? seems the biggest risk factor is ourselves reacting the wrong way to things. If the banks want our business then they will have to ensure their systems...
    clanless, May 4, 2021 ... 2 3
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    ricky101
    Oct 19, 2024
  23. BenCotto

    Sound bars and ear buds

    Don't think you will be disappointed with the Sennheisers, they are a very good make, we use them for our main headphones.
    Don't think you will be disappointed with the Sennheisers, they are a very good make, we use them for our main headphones.
    Don't think you will be disappointed with the Sennheisers, they are a very good make, we use them for our main headphones.
    Don't think you will be disappointed with the Sennheisers, they are a very good make, we use them for our main headphones.
    BenCotto, Jul 15, 2024
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    ricky101
    Jul 16, 2024
  24. Jiffy

    OBD2 car diagnostic scanners

    Seems its not only the Fords petrol Ecotecs that have wet belts, the Stelliantis PureTech engines are the same. Also read some VWs have a wet belt for their oil pump.Probably wet belts are not...
    Seems its not only the Fords petrol Ecotecs that have wet belts, the Stelliantis PureTech engines are the same. Also read some VWs have a wet belt for their oil pump.Probably wet belts are not a problem for folk who buy cars on pcp etc and just have the first few years of the new car, but...
    Seems its not only the Fords petrol Ecotecs that have wet belts, the Stelliantis PureTech engines are the same. Also read some VWs have a wet belt for their oil pump.Probably wet belts are not a problem for folk who buy cars on pcp etc and...
    Seems its not only the Fords petrol Ecotecs that have wet belts, the Stelliantis PureTech engines are the same. Also read some VWs have a wet belt for their oil pump.Probably wet belts are not...
    Jiffy, May 30, 2024 ... 2
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    6,132
    ricky101
    Jun 13, 2024
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