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I download a lot of articles for offline reading and archiving. When I download an article, it gets saved as AuthorFirstName AuthorLastName - title.ext Once I have read the article (assuming I want to keep it) I rename it to AuthorLastName, AuthorFirstName - title.ext I wrote a python script (swapnames.pyw) …

This is the problem.When I boot up WMP comes on and I have to turn it off, How do I stop it from doing this? Also All my Icons on my desktop have white rectangles with a music sign on them, making them useless?? When I click on them the …

i am using windows 7 OS on my laptop. But i want execute the program which have command line arguments. which are linux based. so what can i do??? there is any software available which run windows TC as well as linux VI editor i.e terminal?? :icon_question:

Hello, recently I had a bit of bother with a [URL="http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/nch.com.au/comment-30961538"]software[/URL] with practically destroyed my registry. After resetting my registry to zero (using the repair files) I started reinstalling my software. Owning an iPhone I am obliged to install iTunes (as I don't want to jailbreak my phone). Using the …

Hi All: I use Notepad to save files I am putting up on the web, especially for Craigslist and SEO. I copy and paste my keyword lists into it; the problem comes with the way the words are organized. Craigslist prefers the keywords (and don't use that word in a …

I'm having some IE problems. I can only view web pages on IE for 10 minutes when my computer first boots up, after that, I cannot display any pages. I have Internet connectivity, I can ping sites and use instant messenger, however no web pages will load. Any thoughts???

Could any one help solve this problem i m connecting to PTCL DSL from my laptop and its working properly without any configuration but when i am insrting the same line into my PC (windows XP) cann't connecting to internet

Hi all, Ok so here's the deal, I work for a world wide recruiting company which has offices in multiple locations, for each office our sales team have a windows xp desktop connected to a flat screen(via VGA) displaying a power point presentation showing I.E. Most sales, annual income, blah …

Hello, friends! Well, I did logon in the S.O Windows XP Professional. Like Administrator, I try change Date and time, so show me a messenger that I haven't permissions.. So, Here is the question: how? I'm a administrator! I dont understand... I search for this in the google, but I …

Hi, can you help me please,I am using windows xp 2 and i am going to repair it...and i am so doubtful,i save my files in the Drive C:\ which the operating system is installed.my question is that does my files will be lost if i am performing the windows …

Hi there, I have a tiny issue about windows 7 restore, does anyone knows how restore it just like the option which iPhone has? Thanks in advance.

Hope you guys can help, I have a Gateway 400vtx with Windows Xp pro.The problem started a week ago with ie6 opening automatically, after a couple seconds more and more would open, I started by doing a Virus and spyware cleanup, It did not help same problem, I then did …

Hi, I have upgraded my operating software vista to windows 7. But there is a problem here that some features of vista are shown at my windows 7. Would you help me what can I do? Regards,

Windows XP Pro with latest upgrade/ASUS Mb/1.7 Ghz processor/3 gigs RAM This just recently developed and I can't tell what's happening. I have good AntiVirus, recently run Malwarebytes and it found nothing and the Registry appears to be clean. I thought it began with FireFox, but the long I go …

Hell can you help me please, how can i put My Documents, MY Pictures in Windows Explorer or in My Computer...hoping for your positive responds...thank you in advance

Hello, Trying to see if this is possible. I have a Dell Vostro I bought a while back that came with Windows 7 32 bit. I removed Windows 7 and put Ubuntu on the Vostro. I recently orded all the hardware for a new gaming PC. I would like to …

I just saw the forum title and remembered one of the Microsoft Calculator tweak. I think all of you know this silly Microsoft tweak ( i can say negligence). Open windows calculator. (Whatever may be windows version..works for all) Now. find squareroot(3)-3 Guess what............ The answer is not 0. It's …

Ok bare with me folks. Times are tough these days I get it. Unfortunately for me, when I complete these computer repair jobs on a hand shake or even an invoice that they will pay for my completed services next pay check or on some date, I've been left quite …

SPECS: I'm running Windows 7 on a Gateway slimline computer. There is a thread similar to this, but mine is a bit different: BitDefender has an option to clean the registry and -- theoretically -- make the computer faster. However, I ran it and it claimed there were a series …

Hi all I have a Presario C500, Windows XP Home, 1GB RAM. I was givin this laptop because the screen is white and glows. I figured the screen broke so I bought another C500, to swap the screen out. I hooked up the 2nd screen and I still get a …

hello everybody , It's been like two weeks since i have been trying to fix this problem on my friends pc. the problem is that once you connect to the internet a message comes out in the front window that says the computer will turn off automatically in 30 seconds …

pliz... help my videocard is getting this message LiveKernelEvent what does it mean?

Does anyone suggest a way of getting a HP Proliant ML110 first generation server to recognise 2TB SATA hard drives? The spec sheets read it only supports storage up to around 320GB, but would ideally like to get it running without any other expense. The machine is a standard build …

Hey guys, I am wondering what is wrong with my PC. When I created a guest account, all is well. But when I login as a Guest, I can't. When I click on the Guest icon, it says, Logging off... and it turns me back to choosing an account.. I …

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I had installed Linux ( Red Hat ). But now I want to set up windows XP. But I can not do this. The option of " boot form CD "-press any key. I also pressed a key. After pressing the windows of my monitor becomes black. Nothing is appearing …

I am using Yahoo messenger and my operating system is Windows 7. I can do text message in my messenger ( Yahoo ), but no vidio I can not broadcast. On the other hand I can see the vidio. Can you say what is the problem? Please reply. Thanks.

Windows failed to start. A recent hardware or software change might be the cause. To fix the problem: 1. Insert your windows installation disc and restart your Computer. 2. Choose your language & then click "next". 3. Click "Repair your computer". If you do not have this disc, contact your …

I am using Windows 7 home primium.The microsoft office 10 is built-in.But I can not install Microsoft Office 10-free version.It shows that- The set up can not find Pro Plus\Pro Plus.WW/cab. Can any one say what is the problem? Pleae help me.

I am using Windows 7 Home Premium. It is original windows. When I bought this Laptop it was said that the anti-virus ( Norton ) is built-in. What is built-in? Please reply.

i get this when i my system starts to boot and its startup programs are starting up then bam blue screen Driver IRQL not less or equal to error then stop:0x000000d1((0x005d011c,0x00000002,0x00000000,0xf6ae632e can anyone help?

I could not find a thread addressing my direct concern. I'm hoping the community can help me with this before I have to send my laptop out for a 2 week turnaround time. >_< My Acer AS3820T freezes on boot screen. Does not load mobo bios and doesn't allow me …

Hi, trying to create a .doc template which I can use in work for a brochure.The top of the page is blue with a logo and the two sides and the bottom are the same blue. What we do now is print out onto paper with this border already on …

Hello I have a physical machine which is runnning XP SP3 with about 3GB RAM, however am also running vmware based virtual machines on it, 4 in total, with 512MB allocated to each. I want to use the pc to do movie conversions as well, but knowing that the convertors …

Hello, I am having a problem on the new PC that I just purchased and I hope someone here can help me. ok, I am having a problem logging on to my bank via internet banking. It seem that I can put in my acct # and then it will …

I was trying to limit access to my sister's folder using the cacls command. The folder's name is Alka's It is in D:\My Documents> I used the following command to lock it and now I cannot open it!!! cacls "Alka's" /e /p everyone:n To open it again I used the …

Hai All, How to add date to the file at DOS(CMD line). I would like to use for AutoBackUps on date wise. Regards

I am really confused about this, Whenever I boot up my computer I get Hardware not found: Ethernet Controller. Can anyone tell me what to do ? I have some computer experience but I dont understand what to do here. :sad: thxs for your help in advance.

Are there any ways to get the information about windows update ( number of updates, history, status ) by using an application ? That is, to check using a software rather than manually . Moreover, are there any ways to fake/change those information ? For example, change the status of …

Hey all, I trying to help a friend out with his computer and he wants me to somehow link his outlook to both his desktop computer to his laptop so when he out he can be able to see his emails. He don't have a Microsoft account instead it's yahoo. …

I,m using HSDPA modem to connect to the internet. after connect to the internet, it is increasing amount of data received automatically. (without open my browser) i think the reason is some programs are auto updating. so how to detect whether my programs are auto updating...? I'm using windows vista …

:?: :?: :?: :?: this problem started about 2 days ago. i would be doing whatever: listening to music, watching a DVD, instant messaging, etc., when all of a sudden the computer would make a sound close to a squeak and freeze. even the time would stop. i cannot figure …

Office 97 being run through Windows 98. I don't know exactly what I did so I don't understand how to reverse it. I was creating a Word document and tried adding some clip art. When it posted on the page, a second page was created below and all of my …

Hello, My wife's Toshiba Satellite Laptop (a couple of years old) is freaking out all of the time. She wants to do a fresh install of Windows 7 (it currently has Windows 7). I have a desk top computer that is in the closet that I also want to install …

Hello every1, I had some files that i wanted to copy from one place to another, but it dint get copied. throwing the following error in teracopy (attached)

Hi, I am new to this forum, and it seems you guys are very helpful. I have this problem: The Iexplorer doea not work, all it gives me is the "Internet Explorer Cannot Display the webpage" screen (no matter which site I try). On the Other hand, I have Skype …

Hello, Recently i changed my systems page file to increase it to around 4gigs, it was previously 1.7gigs. Within a day or so my computer started crashing to a white screen with horizontal colorful lines that take the colors of the last page i was on. This almost always happens …

I recently backed up computer for the first time using Microsoft installed backup function installed with xp. Backed up to external hard drive. I restarted the computer and now I have missing NTLDR. I tried to repair using the recovery disk I got with the computer. Problem is the computer …

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Hi there guys! Got problem on the unit itself.. The motherboard of the unit has power but won't turn on.. I'd tried to replace the power supply unit but the same problem persist... I have two units of these and both have same problem.. I've already tested the power supplies …