Using Computers
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Need Computer Help
Asked by B.P. from Chicago
on January 6, 2010
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I am looking for a computer person who can tell me how to open a passworded document. I put a password on a document while I was had it on my memory stick since I was ...
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- Hi, I ran into the same problem about a year ago. Took it to P.C King on Ogden Ave in or near Westmont just west of 83. $35 later, my computer was password free. Ta...
- Shoot me an email if you can't get into it. I am in a networking group with a computer store and they've helped me numerous times with stuff over the phone. My email...
- B., My experience (as a software support analyst) is that getting this document open without the password is nearly impossible. I have seen some software that cla...
Virus Protection for the Computer.
Asked by M.L. from Charleston
on May 4, 2008
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We currently have Norton Internet Security and Webroot Spysweeper. Our Spysweeper is about to expire and i am wondering if i have to have both on my computer to keep ...
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- Hi: I had been a user of Nortons and liked it, but it takes up too much memory. I have used several free programs that are VERY good. FYI, you are to use only on...
- We have Norton Internet Security going on 2yr now and I have never had any issues or any virus.
- Go to the website Overstock.com and buy whatever software you want at a discount. There is always someone selling at a discount or the company itself overbuys products...
Beginner Computer Games/learning for Toddler
Asked by R.S. from New London
on April 14, 2009
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Hi - my son will be 2 in July and is always wanting to play with the computer mouse...anyone have any suggestion on simple game or learning sites for toddlers?
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- fisherprice internet launchpad is great. it allows them to play on several different web pages w/o having access to the rest of your computer. they don't sell it in st...
- He is too young! Let him just pretend for now. Find an old mouse, cut the cord and give him a mouse pad of his own so he can "use it " without harm to your real comput...
- My now 6 year old still loves PBSkidssprout online, Noggin.com, and many more online games and activities. It beats going out and spending a ton of money on games you...
I'm Lazy & Addicted to the Computer
Asked by D.A. from Cleveland
on December 22, 2010
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This is hard to admit but I know I am pretty lazy and I’m on the computer WAY too much during the day. I stay at home with my kids and I know I should be interacting...
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- I agree with trying to get out of the house more with the kids. For me, I think the guilt of not interacting with my kids would take over. How old are your kids...
- Maybe give the keyboard to him to take to work one day so that you CANT get on it. You may have a little withdrawal but it sounds like you need time apart for a while.
- Do the fly lady. she sets a timer for 15 minute intervals. For 15 minutes clean the kitchen take a 15 minute break onthe computer (set timers) 15 minutes on living ro...
Did This Computer Repair Guy Do Something Illegal W/my Computer?
Asked by P.S. from Houston
on January 4, 2012
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2 years ago my laptop went blank. We took it into a local computer shop to have it checked out. The weaselhead computer guy ran diagnostics and he said it pointed to...
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- Since you brought it to him to fix then I don't think you can make a claim. It sounds like Weaslehead had little to no experience fixing computers. You should call him...
- Its possible that he didn't mean to delete the hard drive, but that is a pretty intentional act. Even if he backed up everything first, he should've run certain tests ...
- I admit that I cannot answer your question, but I would from now on use the Geek Squad at Best Buy, or HP. It will cost a few hundred dollars, but they will not screw...
Looking for Advice on Computer Repair
Asked by K.M. from San Antonio
on January 12, 2006
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My computer has started to freeze up and just generally run slower than usual. Does anyone have any idea how much it costs to just have someone come out and see if it...
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- My husband has a degree in fixing computer and he usually charges any where from 50 - 90 an hour depending on what the problem is. I can ask him and see if he would gi...
- I am not sure how much or who to refer, however if you are on the internet you could have picked up a virus. If so you need a anti virus software program that can loca...
- I would call the Apple store in La Cantera to see if they could assist you in some way. There might be a diagnostic program you could install. also they might be abl...
Looking for a Good Computer Technician
Asked by C.C. from Dallas
on February 9, 2007
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Hello! My laptop has recently started to run VERY slowly...and it's driving me crazy! Can anyone recommend a good, trustworthy, and reasonably priced computer person...
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- C.! I know of a great, honest, reliable computer person. That is his full time business. His name is Bob O'Bannon, here's his phone # - ###-###-#### & hi...
- C., Give Bob o'Bannon a call....he has helped many of my friends/business associates with their computers, and I am sure he can help you also. His rates are very re...
- I have a personal friend who would probably be willing to work on your laptop. He has graduated from school for things like this-I'm not computer educated either, so I...
Advice for New Computer
Asked by A.P. from Chicago
on July 22, 2009
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Help! I am in desparate need of a new computer. Mine is 10 years old, need I say more? So my question is this: where should I go for a new one? I really don't want to ...
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- I have had an expensive Sony Viao and the best HP made. Both were pieces of junk by the way. I had a terrible time with service at Best Buy. The place I like the be...
- If you plan on keeping your computer for another 10-years, I would consider a laptop. Your 6-year old will be surfing the net in a few years and you want to monitor i...
- Check out Frys in Downer's Grove. It's definitely worth the ride! www.frys.com
Educational Computer Games for Toddlers
Asked by S.B. from New York
on February 18, 2011
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Hello! I have heard of computer games to teach counting, colors, letters, etc to toddlers but can't find what I am looking for. Supposed to come with simple sort of ...
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- Hi Jennifer, Sorry for the late response, but I just wanted to put in my 2 cents. We have this for my son and he absolutely loves it: http://www.amazon.com/VTech...
- Call me old fashioned, but toddlers dont need to be on the computer. They should learn these things from you teaching them in everyday situations and from you reading ...
- Look for Reader Rabbit. Those are fun. I found Garfield computer math games at the dollar store once. Also, if you don't mind letting your child online, go to starfall...
My Computer It Too Stinkin Slow
Asked by D.N. from Chicago
on June 11, 2011
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My computer is acting up lately. It is extremely slow--I think a turtle could beat it. I have cleaned the cookies and temp files, defragmented it (which takes foreve...
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- I had this problem. I went to Office Depot & purchased more RAM. You have to read your computer manual, and figure out how to install the hardware, but if you still ...
- I had the same problem at my old house. We had a wireless router and all of a sudden I got slow...slower...then slowest. Turns out our next door neighbor was signed ...
- I second Malware Bytes, avast and spybot search and destroy all are which are free.
