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    I want to use Java 1.5 in internet explorer

    Only one version can be used in a browser session as plug-in. If not delibarately set in a lower version before starting the browser, the highest version is used. Read the following discussion on: Java Plug-In Technology discussion
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    Excel 2003 - Installer runs every time I start Excel

    There could be several causes to this problem: 1- Corrupt directory or path in the properties of the shortcut. Make new shortcut from source file: Excel.exe in Microsoft Office and rename to desktop name. 2- Installer is corrupt. Check with regedit following registry entries...
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    File sharing security questions...

    Then another possibility is coming up: the programme DatAdvantage 3.0
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    Increase Memory Usage

    The following site gives basic info on BIOS, CMOS, etc.: BIOS In the BIOS it is possible to set pre-allocated memory. There is also fixed memory and dynamic memory allocation to set in your PC. For Video-memory, Virtual Memory, System Memory. The following site - although very compressed info...
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    How to check sata drive for errors?

    I agree with the first replier. A risk is to defragment automatically. Best is to defragment manually (Start, Programes, Desktop Accesories, System Tools, Defragment) twice a year or... when you removed a fair amount of programmes or added new programmes. And... in preferably safe mode...
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    Installed New Memory and having trouble on startup

    Did you put the new RAM only in the first slot without the second RAM? Did you clean the slot and memory from dust? If this results without stop-errors, then there is no breach in the memory. After this check of the PC, shut down and remove the current cable. Use also a anti-static wristband to...
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    silly DDR2 question

    I have to disappoint you. The slot size is different. See: DDR-DDR2-slot
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    search

    I agree with the above writer. Search can also be lay-outed just below the private message box.
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    Member names, number of posts and contributions

    I searched within the faq, help, guidelines. The only names I encountered were: Elite Member, Member, Moderator, User, Owner. I try to make and ascending effort to recollect all encountered membership names: Junior Member 0-30 posts Member 30-100 posts, Senior Member 100-1000 posts...
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    Solved: How to clean borked msi installation?

    You can ask Costumer Care service on which filenames to check the registry to remove the software completely; a handmade solution. Or maybe they have tool or a manual to check the complete removal. Some users have some problems caused by a Smit-Fraud spy/malware infection. Spybot S&D can be...
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    Question about XP/Vista with Media Center

    To get dual monitor and TV support users of Matrox Parhelia 128MB graphics card have had the best result. Better than with Beyond TV. But the primary monitor must be the TV. Also in total 3 monitors can be installed for 180 degrees gaming, according to users..
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    XP MCE: problems with startups

    Be sure that your PC is not infected with spyware or viruses. CCleaner (Free) is a fair broom to clean up your PC. Ad-Aware Free is a good start to find spyware. Remove WinOptimizer and set msconfig in normal settings. Hopefully you have defragmented - see Start, Desktop Accessories, System...
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    Quick stupid Windows Vista questions.

    Yes, there are two versions of MS Vista Ultimate with different retail prices: for 32-bit processor, clean version: 399.00 USD for 32-bit processor, upgrade version: 259.00 USD for 32-bit processor, OEM version: 190 USD for 64-bit processor, clean version: 499.00 USD for 64-bit processor...
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    Unknown Explorer crash on exiting XP?

    Did you update also all optional and hardware updates from Microsoft Update (=Office & Windows patches?). Did your PC make a minidump, or restarts, and reports the crash to Microsoft? If the latter answer is yes, one can only wait for the newest patch.