I believe she was trying to boot the new computer from the old drive. She could have installed the old drive internally as a second drive, then boot from the...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 1:22 am
She could use the old key to activate her old Windows if she could get the computer to boot with the old drive. As she was not able to do that, she never got...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 1:31 am
Bill, Yes, Maximum PC is very cool! One thing you didn't mention, if you subscribe to it, it's only $1.66 per issue. rogerX...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 1:45 am
I also use Virtualbox. I run it on this Windows 7 32 bit installation, and use it to fire up XP whenever I want to refer back to it to help someone with their...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 1:52 am
After the computer boots up, shine a flashlight on the screen at an angle, and see if you can see your normal desktop, just real faded out. If so, the computer...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 1:56 am
Do you have a program on your computer that you use to make calls? If so, what is it? Skype, Google Voice or what? rogerX...
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rogerx19
Aug 2, 2012 2:10 am
You made a copy of what? Your original XP disk? And now what? You're trying to install XP using the copy, or the original? If you're using the copy, and it's...
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fggybttm
Aug 2, 2012 8:47 am
I've been using my Yahoo email account for some 'records/information storage. I have no other email type/client/account - not T-Bird, Outlook, etc. Does any...
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begle93
Aug 2, 2012 9:36 am
Thank you i got it, and i just have to fix it on the other groups thank you for your help...
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TryBry
Aug 2, 2012 9:36 am
I think it happened when I googled Linux and got the installer, loaded with junk. Things like, Yontu, Advisor, Zoom downloader and a few other stinkers. That...
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TryBry
Aug 2, 2012 9:36 am
Thanks Joan, I found a Web page with detailed mounting and un mounting instructions, for Linux. I'll give it, a try! Thanks!...
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Bill Kingsbury
proxo2002
Aug 2, 2012 9:36 am
"2012 Best Computer Monitoring Software - Comparisons and Reviews " http://monitoring-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ The "top three": SpyAgent -...
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fggybttm
Aug 2, 2012 10:04 am
I just found this(more pertinent?)link....
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Vincent Winterling
vincentwinte...
Aug 2, 2012 10:36 am
Directions for slipstreaming: http://www.winsupersite.com/article/product-review/slipstreaming-windows-xp- with-service-pack-2-sp2 or, http://bit.ly/ODbUbS The...
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Jack W
jjwg03
Aug 2, 2012 11:10 am
The only thing that I know of is YaHoo messenger. That has voice and video....
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bhmjones
Aug 2, 2012 12:19 pm
if by "archiving" you mean simply to store it away for the foreseeable future, then yes, all you have to do is create a folder over to the left of this screen...
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TryBry
Aug 2, 2012 12:28 pm
Ok thanks!...
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TryBry
Aug 2, 2012 12:29 pm
I downloaded the "Pro Version" of XP SP2. It's hanging and asking for the SP2 CD. I got the download from the MS website. The reason why, is because, to use...
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Linda Tingvoll
l.tingvoll
Aug 2, 2012 1:04 pm
Thank you Roger - I will get the torch out tonight!! lol Linda To: simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com From: helpmeroger@... Date: Thu, 2 Aug 2012...
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TryBry
Aug 2, 2012 5:47 pm
Well here it goes! I'm gonna give this "Live CD", Mount & Dis-Mount a shot. I have a detailed set of Linux Puppy instructions. Now, all I need is a chance to...
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Gopal
gopalkapoor10
Aug 2, 2012 5:48 pm
Could you explain me about windows update features in computers regarding to the context of original windows 7 ultimate or pirated windows. its advantages and...
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Ardell Faul
computer_mon...
Aug 2, 2012 6:55 pm
Updates are needed because no operating system is ever really complete. It is sort of like a car manufacturer finding a defect after the sale, except instead...
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spud
voyagermouse
Aug 2, 2012 10:43 pm
pirated windows ???...
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Vincent Winterling
vincentwinte...
Aug 2, 2012 10:52 pm
Ardell provided a good reply stating the rationale for applying updates. He didn't really touch on the pirated part. I'm guessing we need additional...
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Vincent Winterling
vincentwinte...
Aug 2, 2012 10:55 pm
You are so clutching at straws on this XP thing. From the sounds of it you have a badly munged install of XP. Linux is offered to you for one purpose only:...
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spud
voyagermouse
Aug 2, 2012 11:06 pm
Yep,and Newegg always has it at a good price .That's when I get mine....
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spud
voyagermouse
Aug 2, 2012 11:09 pm
Yes,as said already. Wipe the drive first. There are many freeware apps to do this. Boot and nuke is good....
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rogerx19
Aug 3, 2012 1:46 am
Hello If you have something called "call history" that pops up, does it show a history of calls that you made, or is it blank? Does it have any indication that...
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rogerx19
Aug 3, 2012 1:58 am
If you downloaded XP SP2 from microsoft, it would be the SP2 upgrade only. You would still need to install the original XP, (or XP with SP1) first. Or combine...
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rogerx19
Aug 3, 2012 2:30 am
With a pirated version of Windows, your computer may not be allowed to download any updates from Microsoft. Without the updates, your computer will be...
