Search results

  1. M

    Upgrade to 4tb hard drive. Is install any different?

    I am upgrading from two 2tb external backup drives on a USB 3.0 port. Only one of these drives was connected to the computer at a time. I would ping pong back and forth on the drives, one backup on one drive & next backup on the other. Is there any difference on install when I go to the...
  2. M

    Largest HD supported by Win 7 & Win 8.1 ?

    Running 64bit versions: What is Largest HD supported by Win 7 ?? What is Largest HD supported by Win 8.1 ?? The first two responders to the above query have pointed out that I knew a lot less than I thought. So let me expand on this. If I buy a new 4tb or 5tb hard drive to replace...
  3. M

    Spec for a Logitech K800 usb cable?

    I have damaged beyond repair the USB cable that my Logitech K800 wireless keyboard needs to re-charge its battery. I need a replacement cable and would like to replace the 3-foot old cable with a 6-foot cable. How do I specify the replacement cable so as to get the right type? Please be...
  4. M

    In IE 11- How can I ascertain JavaScript enabled.

    [couldn't figure out where to post this question] The question ACTUALLY is "How in IE 11 can I readily ascertain whether JavaScript is ENABLED or DISABLED?" A followup question- I thought that several years ago JavaScript was viewed as an avenue for hackers to use and should be...
  5. M

    Does a VPN protect e-mail?

    Some providers of VPN services loudly proclaim all of the advantages of their e-mail services, yet never mention e-mail at all. Others loudly indicate that their VPN protects e-mail. Still others sell additional e-mail protective service packages. All of this is confusing. Can someone...
  6. M

    Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB PreAmp Problem

    The Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB turntable gets many good reviews (not stellar, but good). As I understand it, the turntable's internal preamplifier cannot be de-selected, preventing the user from using a higher quality external preamplifier. (1) Is this really the case? (2) Is there any...
  7. M

    Does the Ink For Inkjet Printers Still Dry Out?

    I am thinking of buying an inkjet printer. In the much earlier days of these printers one could have a problem with the ink drying out. Is this still a problem? If so, I won't buy the printer. Note- My usage of this printer would probably be infrequent.
  8. M

    Firefox 21.0 discards bookmarks. Win 7 OS.

    I started using Firefox and subsequently its bookmarking. Question #1: The bookmarks appear in a single column, what should happen when that column becomes full and I add one more bookmark? Question #2: I think that my bookmarks may (possibly) be at the bottom of that column and I am now...
  9. M

    Firefox 21.0 bookmarks under Win7

    I started using Firefox and subsequently its bookmarking. Question #1: The bookmarks appear in a single column, what should happen when that column becomes full and I add one more bookmark? Question #2: I think that my bookmarks may (possibly) be at the bottom of that column and I am now...
  10. M

    Two 2tb HD drives via USB. Can't install 2nd..

    [My OS= Win 7.] --PROBLEM SOLVED-- DISK NOT INITIALIZED- FORMATTED I have two 2TB hard drives I just bought for backup. One is for odd numbered days and one for even numbered days. Hopefully if one of them dies, I will still have the other. I fired up one of them easy as pie after...
  11. M

    Are these acceptable for memory additions?

    I currently have two 4GB Corsair Vengeance mems="cmp24gx3m6a 1600", for total of 8GB. I want to expand to 16GB by adding two more 4GB mems. I can't find can't find 4GB Corsair Vengeance mems="cmp24gx3m6a 1600". Would the below be acceptable an acceptable addition? CORSAIR Vengeance...
  12. M

    Computer hack allows HTTPS session hijacking

    The ARS Technica site has an article about a successful hacking of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS). HTTPS protects us when we want secure Internet communication during online banking, when we use our credit card, etc. The hack has been named CRIME. CRIME works only when both the...
  13. M

    Win 7 Windows jump around. Is it Necessary?

    What is the reason for the automatic self centering and self expanding Windows found in Windows 7? I often work with multiple Windows open at once. I will usually adjust each Window's size vertically and horizontally depending upon the material being displayed. If I move one of those...
  14. M

    Need solid basic file-by-file backup program

    I need a basic file-by-file backup program to perform backup to an external (USB 3.0) large hard drive that is connected only when needed. No continuous backup, no clouds, no "for our clients" schmaltz. Something like the HOME version of Acronis used to be ( I am afraid to use Acronis after the...
  15. M

    Windows XP Professional 32-bit

    I have been reading up about the various versions of 32-bit of Windows XP. It is very hard to see what the differences are as Microsoft describes each as a gift from the Gods. As near as I can see, the OEM versions get ruled out because they can only be installed on one computer and you can't...
  16. M

    Some sites require that you use Internet Explorer

    Some sites require that you use Internet Explorer. I thought that a few weeks ago I read about some trick to make Firefox work on these sites. Or do I have it all wrong and that the fix was for Thunderbird? Anyway, can anyone help me out?
  17. M

    Partial install of XP service pack 3 - I think

    A friend of mine says that she downloaded the XP Service Pack 3, but did not install it. I did not know that this option was available. My questions: Where would I look to see if she had indeed performed the install, I know Windows keeps a history of updates? If she could have...
  18. M

    My CRT monitor is about to die

    I need to be able to decide whether my graphics card is up to the task of dealing acceptably with a new LCD flat panel. It would seem to me that LCD flat panels monitors would require some minimal parameters in order to work. I currently am running at 1280by 1024 pixels and the card itself...
  19. M

    Problems with case fan mount hardware

    I am replacing the failing case fan in my Antec Sonata case. This is the first time I have ever attempted a case fan replacement. I bought 4 different types of the plastic fan mount push-through gizmos. The problem I am experiencing is that none of the push through pieces fits the holes in...
  20. M

    What mounting hdw do I use for a new case fan?

    My case fan is dying and needs to be replaced. I have bought a new fan and now need the mounting hardware necessary to hold the fan in place. Aren't there some neat plastic gizmos for this? I have looked high and low and can't find them, or anything else for that matter. Please educate me.
  21. M

    How do I look up the owner of a Internet address?

    My security software keeps warning me "The fireall has blocked Internet access to your computer(FTP) from 65.111.165.140(TCP Port 37797) (TCP Flags: S). How do I look up the owner of 65.111.165.140? Anyone have any observations to make regarding this warning?
  22. M

    2.1 speaker system

    I am building a new upgrade system for Windows Vista. All of the sound cards look as though they are for 5.1 & 7.1 speaker systems. Is there any way to use my 2.1 speakers with these cards?
  23. M

    I have 2.1 speaker system. What do I do for Vista?

    I have a 2.1 speakers system that has served my needs for a number of years. All of the sound cards I can find for Vista are for 5.1 and 7.1 speaker systems. What are my options, if I have any?
  24. M

    Can DDR2 memory be used on DDR3 motherboards?

    Am I correct in my understanding that DDR2 memory can be used on DDR3 motherboards?
  25. M

    Laptop wirelessed to cable. How to wireless it to printer?

    I managed to follow the instructions and get my wife's laptop hooked up via a wireless connection to the cable connection in the basement. This permits her to use the computer wherever in the house that she wants. Now she wants to have it connected via wireless to printer Note- I am...
  26. M

    Can one upgrade from Win2000 to XP Professional

    When going from Win2000 to XP Professional should I order the upgrade version, or does Microsoft not consider that to be an upgrade
  27. M

    35mm Kodachrome slides to computer files?

    I have roughly 40 some 35mm Kodachrome slides I would like to get into computer usable files. I don't care how much disk memory they tie up and I would like to retain the original image quality. (1) How do I get the slides converted to files, preferably without buy new equipment? (2)...
  28. M

    My Win2000 Can Not Create New Folders

    If I bring up "My Computer", select a folder. and click on "File", the "New" option is missing. If I bring up "Windows Explorer", the "File, Edit, View, etc" toolbar is missing.
  29. M

    Prices for the upcoming Intel Quad Processor

    ¦ "Intel's first quad-core desktop processor, the Core 2 Extreme QX6700, which is scheduled to be released next month, will sell for US$999 in 1,000-unit quantities, according to sources at Taiwan motherboard makers who are familiar with Intel's latest roadmap. The Core 2 Quad Q6600 processor...
  30. M

    Want to know why we needed Vista to replace XP?

    All of the existing versions of Windows, excluding Vista, were designed with no thought at all to security. As a result Microsoft has been running around in sheer panic terrified that the hackers would get ahead of their ability to issue patches. These versions of Windows were just plain...
  31. M

    How much disk space is taken up by installed Vista?

    Roughly how much disk space does Vista take up when installed? A ballpark number will do just fine.
  32. M

    New licensing terms for Windows Vista are a shocker.

    There is new material in the Vista liscensing agreement that has just become public. This is from the new licensing "agreement" that will accompany Windows Vista. Before you use the software under a license, you must assign that license to one device (physical hardware system)...
  33. M

    What gives with USB flash drive all used up?

    My 1GB flash drive has a few files of java code on it and some java bytecode, and one file that is humongously huge at 1,005,568 KB, named pagefile.sys. The flash drive is used to carry my introductory java homework back and forth between home and school. I used to use a 512KB flash chip and...
  34. M

    Which program to make Vista ISO DVD?

    Which program to make Vista ISO DVD? Would any of the Roxio products handle this? I have looked at their site, but don't understand enough to make any sense of it. I already have some of the lower level Roxio software and wouldn't mind upgrading, although I could never use their...
  35. M

    Error downloading Vista with Win2000

    My event viewer (eventvwr.msc) indicates: "The IIS Admin Service service failed to start due to the following error: The system cannot find the file specified." I searched Microsoft for "IIS Admin Service failed to start" and got nothing. Is this a piece of software that is not normally...
  36. M

    Anyone do backups to same model of IDE & SATA II drives?

    Have any of you done backups to the same model of drive in both its IDE and SATA II versions? Tell me about your experience. Did the SATA II 3.0Gb/s speed things up and by how much? Is it worth my money to replace my IDE backup drive with its SATA II version?
  37. M

    Can IE be made to expand MyComputer when opened?

    Can Microsoft's Internet Explorer be made to expand MyComputer rather than MyDocuments when opened. I rarely work with the documents, so its current behavior is a nuisance.
  38. M

    Is special cooling required for WD Raptor hard drives?

    I have a Western Digital Raptor 74GB (10,000rpm) SATA drive that is only a few days old. On two occassions it has stopped functioning. When the computer was turned off, and it had cooled down, it resumed normal operation. This sounds like a thermal problem. My question is this: Has it been...
  39. M

    Does this sound like a rip-off to you?

    Presumably your next generation DVD will stop working after a while unless you ship more money. Who Will Pay Next-Gen DVD License Fees? (from PC Magazine).
  40. M

    Does this sound like a rip-off to you?

    Presumably your next generation DVD will stop working after a while unless you ship more money. "Who Will Pay Next-Gen DVD License Fees? "