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  1. Security & Malware Removal

    1. Virus & Other Malware Removal

      Need help removing spyware, viruses or other types of malware?
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      Latest: Infected? Hopefully quick & simple Q.. Pearguy, Sep 27, 2016 at 3:04 AM
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    2. General Security

      Antivirus, Firewalls, and other security concerns
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      Latest: Strongest Web Protection flavallee, Sep 26, 2016 at 8:27 AM
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  2. Internet & Networking

    1. Networking

      LAN, WAN, and the like.
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      Latest: Paying $80 for 40 Mbps DL and am not seeing any of it? DaveA, Sep 26, 2016 at 12:08 PM
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    2. Web & Email

      Browsers, Email, and general Internet use.
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      Web & Email

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      1. Archive: Web & Email

      Latest: Gateway ip ping failed Jenjen83, Sep 27, 2016 at 6:35 AM
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    3. Web Design & Development

      Web site design, development, and programming.
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      Latest: Responsive Website Issues jayman2u, Sep 26, 2016 at 12:03 PM
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  3. Software & Hardware

    1. Business Applications

      Use this forum for Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, and similar programs.
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      Business Applications

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      1. Archive: Business Applications

      Latest: I have a MS Visio installation working under XP. lochlomonder, Sep 26, 2016 at 5:30 PM
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    2. Games

      For all of your game-related problems.
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      Latest: Unusual fps stuttering and drops jordanhulett, Sep 26, 2016 at 11:13 PM
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    3. All Other Software

      Utilities and all other programs.
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      Latest: juno lilaco, Sep 26, 2016 at 5:13 PM
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    4. Digital Photography & Imaging

      Questions about photography, graphics and imaging programs that edit/view them.
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      Latest: Win 10 PC won't read my SD card lochlomonder, Sep 26, 2016 at 5:41 PM
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    5. Multimedia

      CD/DVD Burning, Windows Media Player, Codecs, etc.
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      Latest: HElp!! need to convert a .mts video file to non audio video SuperLuke, Sep 27, 2016 at 5:22 AM
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    6. Hardware

      Drivers and peripherals such as printers, webcams, and USB devices.
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      Hardware

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      1. Archive: Hardware

      Latest: Drivers for Scanners?? lynx1021, Sep 27, 2016 at 7:52 AM
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    7. Software Development

      For programmers of Visual Basic, FoxPro, C, macro, and any other coding.
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      Software Development

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      1. Archive: Development

      Latest: Display Empty Folder with different Icon? (Moved from XP forum) mega-hz, Sep 24, 2016 at 2:27 PM
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  4. Operating Systems

    1. Windows 10

      Discussions and support concerning the most recent version of Windows.
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      Latest: Downloaded Windows 10 Touchpad Problems Please Help Xsage, Sep 27, 2016 at 5:23 AM
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    2. Windows 8

      Discussions and support concerning Windows 8 and 8.1.
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      Latest: Websites won't load; downloads html files instead gwbozz, Sep 26, 2016 at 12:08 PM
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    3. Windows 7

      Having problems with Windows 7? Let us help!
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      Latest: Unused RAID icons raybro, Sep 27, 2016 at 12:01 AM
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    4. Windows Vista

      Troubleshooting and questions regarding Windows Vista.
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      Latest: Any Critical Updates for Vista Sept. 2016 flavallee, Sep 23, 2016 at 11:11 AM
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    5. Windows XP

      Getting errors or having problems in Windows XP?
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      Windows XP

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      1. Archive: Windows NT/2000/XP

      Latest: Svchost and/or Explorer at 50% CPU = lags/freezes flavallee, Sep 27, 2016 at 8:04 AM
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    6. Windows Server

      Errors, installations, etc. General networking questions belong in the Networking forum.
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      Latest: PC Settings - Privacy - Location: option greyed out FredBaud, Sep 27, 2016 at 3:00 AM
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    7. Earlier Versions of Windows

      Problems in Windows NT, 95, 98, 2000, or Me belong in this forum.
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      Earlier Versions of Windows

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      1. Archive: Windows 95/98/Me

      Latest: Win2k install issue flavallee, Aug 13, 2016
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    8. Linux and Unix

      The hot OS of choice for those seeking an alternative to the status quo.
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      Linux and Unix

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      1. Archive: UNIX/Linux

      Latest: What is the difference between Linux and UNIX? blues_harp28, Sep 27, 2016 at 4:21 AM
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    9. Apple Mac

      Need help with an Apple Mac OS/OS X computer?
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      Latest: Macbook keeps crashing Headrush, Sep 25, 2016 at 10:07 PM
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    10. DOS/Other

      All other systems fall here: legacy and DOS systems.
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      DOS/Other

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      1. Archive: DOS/Other

      Latest: Remix OS:Can my PC run this OS parallel to Windows 7??? lynx1021, Sep 20, 2016
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  5. Phones & Mobile Devices

    1. Apple Mobile Devices

      iPods, iPads, and iPhones.
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      Latest: iPhone won't play sound/music through dock woodies, Sep 27, 2016 at 12:32 AM
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    2. Android Mobile Devices

      Phones and tablets that run Android.
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      Latest: Transferring photos kobv, Sep 27, 2016 at 5:27 AM
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    3. Windows Mobile Devices

      Phones and tablets that run Windows.
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      Latest: Windows trio help etaf, Aug 29, 2016
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    4. Other Mobile Devices

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      Other Mobile Devices

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      1. Archive: Phones & Handheld Devices

      Latest: Kindle will not boot up Drabdr, Sep 23, 2016 at 1:28 PM
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  6. General Technology

    1. Tech-Related News

      Quotes, links, and discussion of interesting tech stories.
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      Latest: HP pre-programmed failure date of unofficial/ non-HP ink TechGuy, Sep 25, 2016 at 8:57 AM
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    2. Do It Yourself (Not Computer-Related)

      Help with things NOT computer-related (Appliances, TVs, electronics, cars, home projects, etc.)
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      Latest: DVR630KC Toshiba DVD/VCR Combo machine dubbing problem kerawl, Sep 26, 2016 at 8:21 PM
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    3. Tech Tips and Reviews

      Share the tech-related tips and tricks that you've come across and review products or services.
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      Latest: Top 10 Secret Features in iOS 10 reticentAJ, Sep 23, 2016 at 3:26 PM
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  7. Community

    1. Personal News & Announcements

      This is the place for birthdays, congrats, and away notices.
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      Latest: Hello , i might need a lot of help :( SchuRich, Sep 27, 2016 at 6:35 AM
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    2. Photo Album

      Share your digital pictures with everyone!
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      Latest: Mother Nature Is Grand poochee, Sep 26, 2016 at 11:32 PM
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    3. Controversial Topics

      This forum contains controversial subject matter and debates.
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      Latest: News from the web #3 poochee, Sep 27, 2016 at 1:11 AM
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    4. Random Discussion

      A virtual coffee shop for introductions, getting to know each other, and other general discussions.
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      Latest: What Are You Watching? Deke40, Sep 27, 2016 at 7:09 AM
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    5. Thread Games & Arcade Discussion

      Don't have anything else to do? Thread games & TSG Arcade!
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      Latest: Still counting to 1,000,000 #5 Mr. Newton, Sep 27, 2016 at 7:45 AM
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    6. Site Help, Feedback, & Announcements

      The suggestion box. Share your ideas and ask questions concerning this site.
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