Urgent Firefox update virus [View all] I just got this very authentic looking Firefox popup, clicked on download, and a popup warning appeared warning against installing. I used the Firefo
FreeFileSync [View all] FreeFileSync is a free Open Source software that helps you synchronize files and synchronize folders for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X. It is designed t
Avast add-ons in Firefox and Chrome [View all] I made the jump to Avast last night. On the subject of avast add-ons; I was wondering what other Avast users do: use it or not? Oh, and free version o
repair install of windows 10 [View all] Follow up to my previous post on upgrading from w7 to w10. Seems that thread has lapsed. If I need to use the w10 iso or w10 dvd for a repair install,
Ccleaner 519 update problem [View all] This happens on two computers, both with dual boots of Windows 7&10. I'm trying to download the free updates and Malwarebytes pops up with a "maliciou
In the market for a refurbished laptop [View all] I'm looking for something to replace my Dell 3000 desktop with XP on it. I still have the HP laptop; dual boot of Windows 7&10 and an Acer desktop wit
What should I expect going from w7 to w10? [View all] Ready to make the jump. I've got the invite, and my machine is ready and able. I expect no problems converting, just wondering what should I expect wh
Disappearing icons [View all] I upgraded my Win7 to Win10 without any problems. Shortly thereafter all the desktop icons disappeared, although the names of the folders are still th
what version of MS office to buy?? [View all] My son is a college football coach.
He just bought a Surface Pro 4 tablet & wants to buy a full/legitimate version of Office.
I have Office 2003
New Ccleaner ccsetup519.exe [View all] Its downloading as I write this, and the download is excruciatingly SLOW!
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VPN and Internet Access [View all] AirVPN. Start it and it works fine. But when I close it I can't access the internet through my ISP as I could before I installed AirVPN. What is it ch
Can't keep Firefox as default browser [View all] I thought I had solved this problem as described here:
I fixed it by this method: Start -> Settings -> System -> Default Apps -> Set De
Malware received [View all] My ASUS computer running Windows 10 just received a message demanding that I call 844 576 0489 so they could release the lock on my screen. Of course
Heavy outgoing traffic [View all] I have Norton's Security Suite, and this morning it posted a warning that there was heavy outgoing traffic. I restored an image from 6/13/16, but on
Making gmail default in win10 [View all] I love win10, but i Only use gmail. I cant seem to find an article that truly addresses how to make gmail my default. Have been reading for over and
New Computer Build [View all] It has been about 10 years since I built my last two computers. One has a dual boot of XP and Linux, the other is Vista. This one will be for my wife.
Phishing by fake Facebook? [View all] Got this the other day. Ignored it. Got it again. Told my friend via email that I would not install a "moments" app. He replied that he was suspicious
Bogus virus warning [View all] I had just clicked on a link: "bush killed by isis"
http://find whocallsyou.com/8445 924205
This popup with a loud vocal warning keeps appearing w
Ginger [View all] OS = Windows 10 pro
I use a spell checker called Ginger which i like a lot.
I'm unable to get to work with Firefox.
Any know how to get it to work?
How Intel makes a processor [View all] This link will take you to an incredible insight into the CPU design process. It is long but well worth your time.
http://www. bloomberg.com/news/a r
Windows 10 upgrade - only 99%! [View all] Resigning myself to the necessity of upgrade from Win 7, I started the accursed process. The installer deemed my laptop to be worthy of the new OS, an
Win 10 Popups [View all] Daughter running Win 7 and is getting frequent popups to upgrade to Win 10 that occupy a lot of space and there is no way to delete them except by shu
Steam Game Question [View all]
The game in question is Far Cry 3. I had been playing it for a while and took a fairly long break. Tried to play the other day and light and dark fl
Upgrade to Win10 [View all] Must I update my Win7 SP1 laptop before installing the Win10 upgrade?
I tried today using the iso from Microsoft and asked it to update as recommen
Windows 10 reinstalled without warning [View all] While in Win 10, a new window popped up indicating that there was an update available. I clicked on the notice and Win 10 started a complete reinstal
Easeus product pricing [View all]
Easeus are offering 50% discounts to selected clients (ie me) this weekend and I am seriously considering buying Backup H
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