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hello frnds! do tell me how to get administrative priviledges in vista? (like to read system32 files under windows or to copy it anywhere else.) i have tried right click and also i have created an administrative account. so do tell me if you can thanks!

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Hi. I am unable to create file object from javascript in Vista platform. ex. i am using this statement javascript var oFso = new ActiveXObject("Scripting.FileSystemObject"); after executing this and make try catch block for this i am getting this error "Automation object can't create object". I have enabled some options …

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Well, my user name pretty much tells the story of why I'm here. I bought Vista Ultimate 64 Signature Series the day it was released. Since then, I've had to install it from scratch THREE times since the first install! All because it develops problems that MS spends WEEKS trying …

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Hi, im a relative newcomer to troubleshooting pc's and am having problems with my hdmi connection. I have an HP a6433w pc running vista 32bit SP1 with a pentium dual core E2180 and radeon hd 2400 pro graphics card. The monitor is an HP w2207h that came with the tower. …

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Hello, Is there anyone who can guide me through how to map a network drive in Vista Home Premium? I am trying at connect to a Samba server from my laptop. I already have a user name and password for the share which I can connect to from my XP …

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If you have installed 'anything' in vista, you have encountered one of these 'This program is trying to run 'blah blah blah' and windows needs your authorization to do this.' And you need to click to respond. You have just encountered the User Account Control. It is a new 'feature' …

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Hi, I'm having problem with login to all msn related website, hotmail and msn mesenger. I've bought a new laptop that comes with windows vista & IE 7.0. When i first using this laptop @ home, everything is fine and no prob with login to hotmail, msn and etc. The …

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How do I get my new Vista pc and and older XP desktop to see each other on my home network?

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Hi. I just upgraded from Windows XP x86 to Windows Vista x64 on my desktop. Immediately after my successful installation, I plugged the computer in to the internet but was unable to connect. First, let me explain my connection I am using the motherboards (Asus P5NSLI) integrated network jack. I …

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Why does Vista seem to suddenly have problems with some programs? I understand when something isn't compatible to begin with but often I'll have a game or program work perfectly fine for a week or two and then suddenly stops working. Anyone know why this would happen or if there …

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hi, got a couple of problems with my desktop which came loveingly installed with windows vista . . . my sister has installed and "apparently deleted" a webcam that needed registering, and it constantly pops up that you need to register it . . . regardless of if you register …

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hi, irolands here, newbie, need help installing vista, i'm upgrading from xp, in the install it gives me the option of installing without entering product key so i click "no" then it just goes back to wanting me to enter the key. what am i doing wrong? i have also …

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everything is fine on my computer except all java windown in internet explorer will not work. On many websites i cannot click on links. No videos will play...for example youtube videos. i need to know how to fix just this problem, or just to completly restore windows to its original …

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I have had it with Vista HP, as it cannot support SQL Server at the level needed. Too bad Microsoft doesn't tell you about the problem (I found out by surfing their forums) I've purchased an XP Pro disk, but now I discover that XP cannot see my hard drive! …

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First of all, let me apologize for all the mistakes I'm making while posting my question. This is my second time to post and I'm still new at computer terminology. I don't have a website, I've never blogged and I just recently learned what a "thread" is. I guess my …

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Vista white screen on startup Ok - I installed SP1 just over a month ago and everything went well, no probs for a few days. Then I noticed that on startup at the point the welcome screen would usually fade into your desktop it faded into a plain white screen …

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I just got a new computer. I connected wirelessly just fine at first. I went online to try and alter things with the connection to make it go faster. After tweaking a few things, I went to use my internet. When I tried it, the pages were all unavailable. I …

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Windows vista home premium toshiba a205-s4577 1.75mHz, 2gb ram It started this morning after reseting my computer, first problem was that my internet didnt connect, when i placed my mouse over the tray icon it said" connection status unknown, the dependency service or group failed to start". Also i got …

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Hey guys...anyone know how to find a computer log in the computer? Like a log that tells when and which program i installed and all the details of what my computer does in the background? Is there even anything that does this? Thanks PcPro12

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Hi, Its great to say a hi here. I would like to know the way to find the Protocol used by our home/office network. I mean to find whether it uses a Tunnelling protocol or if its a VPN connection etc. Any comments would be much appreciated ! Regards, Allwynanbu

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Our Tech Talk forum category encompasses topics related to end-user computer technical support troubleshooting, tips and tweaks. Please be sure to always post in the appropriate sub-forum and do not hijack existing threads with your own support issue; start a new thread instead. Our Microsoft Windows sub-category encompasses Q&A based …

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Hey Dani Peeps Im currently using MS WIN XP because im one of the users prefering XP over VISTA.part of the reason is the restrictions.for instance when copying something and paste it,it asks are you sure amongst other "high" security. My question is,is there perhaps a way how one can …

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Hello All, I program in VB6 and C#. I am having a problem with the Vista ver of Media Player 11. I am running SP1, and the problem is not restricted to one particular computer. Audio files are not playing to the end. They are stopping about a half-second or …

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What Windows Vista program runs the Compiled HTML Help Files (.chm)? Under properties only a meaningless descriptor shows up.

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I can't detect pendrive in vista. i hav just installed vista and i hav been using can any one give solution for me.

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hello, Im not sure what is causing my computer to crash so since Im using Vista x64 i assume it is best to ask for help here ^^ For starters, I am running: Asus Striker II formula mother board 8 gigs of ram BFG 8600 ddr3 video card (x2 - …

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I have a new laptop running Vista Professional. At the office I have no problem connecting Outlook 2003 to our Exchange Server. At home I have a hardware 'nailed up' VPN connection and can, for example, ping the Exchange Server and communicate with other devices on the remote network but …

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a while ago i got a small problem of a virus (detected by norton) as i followed links on how to get rid of this i found somwhere on the net that told me to delete my DRM folder. everything was ok till i came to play the bbci player …

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Sorry for the lack of technical information here, but my computer will not start due to one of vista's many mysterious buttons. While testing my new microphone, the outbound was too low. Having experienced this problem before, I decided to reboot the computer. When you initially click the "start" tab, …

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hello to alll and thanks for checkin this out i am on a Dell laptop with windows vista and i have been having some weird problems with my internet connection. i recieve my internet from a wireless router on the downstairs computer. it connects to the laptop perfectly but for …

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