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Creating Data Sources (ODBC) via code
Hi I need to create a User DSN based on SQL Server driver under Data Sources (ODBC). As I need to do it on multiple PCs, is there a script or another automated way to do this quickly? Thanks Regards ...
4 29.04.2007 16:04:17
noise associated with processor
when i use the computer a sound like a gieger counter exits when the computer is functioning. i have the sound scheme set to " no sounds" for all windows wav files. Whats up and how can i get rid of this sound? rsh at hamiltonmail@comcast.net ...
3 29.04.2007 02:30:08
Problem with sharing between computers
I have a removable disk (G:) which I am using for backing up files on the computer (Computer1) which G: is attached to (via a USB socket). Now, I want to use the same disk to backup files from another computer (Computer2). I have tried dragging G: into the Shared Documents folder of Computer1 and this seems OK. It appears in that folder and I can see what is on it using Windows explo...
3 28.04.2007 22:08:04
Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library Error
What is this error? ...
6 28.04.2007 20:38:16
Parental controls-History button
Is it possible to prevent my kids from erasing history? They are going in daily and erasing the site they are not to use. I've tried blocking the site (myspace) but they seem to be getting to it anyway. -- Martee...
4 28.04.2007 20:25:40
Windows Picture and Fax Viewer
When I click on a picture, it displays using the Windows Picture and Fax Viewer. Where do I find that to start it first, before viewing a picture? The problem I'm trying to solve is that Kodak Easyshare software preempts everything else, and I prefer the display done by Windows Picture and Fax Viewer. If I open that first and then the picture, I can forestall the Kodak preemption. ...
5 28.04.2007 18:09:18
purchase a presario Recovery CD
Where can I purchase a Presario Recovery CD. I called Compaq with the Make, Model and Serial number but the Compaq Notebook is too old for Recovery Disks. My neighbor's Compaq series PP2140 notebook has problems. She turned the power button off while it was running Windows Updates. The PC would only boot into Safe Mode. It would not run updates or DL any programs. After using Con...
8 28.04.2007 15:10:56
Four Problems
Hi My name is waqas akram i have facing four problems 1.Task managef dislabled by Administator 2.Registry editor dislabled by Administator 3.Foleder opitions are disabled 4.SVCHOST>EXE error can any one helps me to resolve these errors Thanks ...
3 28.04.2007 11:04:00
Is there a way to get notified when someone answers ?
Is there a way to get notified when someone posts an answer to your post? Sorry about the spacing but it's doing it on it's own? Don't know why. ...
6 28.04.2007 05:15:32
computer keeps turning off
can anyone tell me why my computer keeps turning itself off usually when on line...
3 28.04.2007 02:35:58
Trojan Effects
Hi all Can anyone help with a solution to the following please? A user recently reported problems with IE links and zip files. These manifested themselves by: a) Links on IE pages simply result in a blank page, but if the link is pasted into the browser edit box, the page is displayed. b) Zip files refuse to extract with an error "Windows has blocked access to these files to help prot...
4 27.04.2007 18:19:09
Restore System
I had a software issue with a Verizon product and the rep had me do a hard reset. He then had me do a hot sync, but did not have me do a change on the computer from PDA overrides desktop, hence when the blank PDA was hotsynced, it wiped all the data on the desktop. I tried using the System REstore Wizard, and I even got a message that it was successful. But the date did not come back ...
3 27.04.2007 15:46:03
New hard disk
On a regular basis I create an image of my hard disk using Drive Image 7. The image file is located on an external disk. My hard disk went, and I replaced it. The Dell technician used the Win XP SP2 restore disk to restore Windows. I then restored my disk from the external by booting with the Drive Image CD. It would not reboot! This meant that the imaging software was faulty, as it did not r...
27 27.04.2007 05:48:37
Screensaver and Screen Power Off
If I set a screensaver and then any time after that for the screen to switch off evertything works except when the screen blanks it immediately comes back on to the desktop. Then the screensaver comes on after the correct time, the screen blanks after the correct time and the desktop appears again. The loop keeps going. If I set the screen to blank before the screensaver (or if no scr...
3 27.04.2007 04:46:01
Windows Valadation
I recently downloaded Windows Media Player 11 but have not been able to use it because Microsoft keeps telling me that my copy of Windows is not genuine. Copy of their message is attached: They tell me that to find out why, I should click “Finish” at the bottom of their message. When I click “Finish” as per their instructions, I receive a mess...
9 27.04.2007 01:56:00
Task Manager
Windows Task Manager launches automatically every time I switch my PC on, and programs run VERY slowly as a consequence. Can I prevent it running automatically, or can I stop it running? -- Big Dee...
3 26.04.2007 20:23:41
problems installing microsoft updates
when trying to install updates comes up failed tells me to try troubleshooter can anyone help solve this problem -- thankyou...
2 26.04.2007 17:24:03
photos wont upload
I cant get any of my photos from my computer to upload onto differant sites, i.e photobucket and hot mail. I do it all right because it has only started to play up and i have uploaded a good few times before , thanks . -- thanks for all your help have a nice week...
2 26.04.2007 11:30:04
XP Proffessional install listing 1 drive
I wiped XP Home off my hard drive and installed XP Professional. After installing XP Professional. Hard Drive. I noticed it did not partition the hard drive and listed my Hard drive in another location C and D are my dvd / cd roms. What do I need to do to fix the partition. Upon install I did not see an option to partition nor did the cd setup partition. It also only lists 135 gb of t...
4 26.04.2007 05:54:15
ctfmon-stops homepage from opening
It was suggested that I run scans to make sure no malware caused this.I did and all was well.It was also suggested that I go to regional and languages and un check whatever was part of mcrosot office to stop this.Either I did not fully understand what was requested of me on the advance tab, but was unable to remove a checked box which may be causing problem.I am a novice so some of these...
2 26.04.2007 05:46:01
ctfmon-stops home page from opening
I did as (its only me& ray santos suggested)I was not able to remove that problem and would welcome any other suggestions? -- TRYB25...
4 26.04.2007 04:24:58
HSp 56k PNP modem drivers
Can anyone help me with a link to download hsp 56k PNP modem drivers that is modem drivers where you you have to sign up for useless junk. Also I am 100 % sure that its hsp but that is what comes up when i start my pc it says it found a hsp 56k PNP modem it has a PCTEL chip set though There is no way I can be sure of model or make ANY HELP I am going nutz!!! -- jvdeaton...
1 26.04.2007 03:15:24
can not install microsoft updates
keep trying to install microsoft updates just keeps failing tell me to check troubleshooter can anyone tell me how to sort this please new to computers and don't have a clue -- thankyou...
5 25.04.2007 20:05:31
Done, but with errors on page
Re: Done, but with errors on page Windows XP Home, HP PC, Wireless router with DSL. In mid-March I renewed my Computer Associates Security Suite. Soon, I began having problems with boot-up speed, as well as other annoying problems when online. I also had Bell South internet service at the time, and thought that might be part of the problem. Ultimately, I had the computer repaired ...
6 25.04.2007 15:41:59
ctfmon
news group,it's only me,sent suggestion but cant follow it,went to language and english already has check . I don't know how to keep this from coming on to my start up and blocking computer.it will not allow home page to open unless i go to start up and uncheck it each time. -- TRYB25...
1 25.04.2007 11:52:03
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