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5th August 2011, 10:53 AM
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I have just received one of these messages and...
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25th October 2010, 08:56 AM
Thread: Is Ozito the new GMC
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Thanks for your thoughts. I may give Ozito a...
Thanks for your thoughts. I may give Ozito a miss.
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22nd October 2010, 12:18 PM
Thread: Is Ozito the new GMC
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Is Ozito the new GMC
I know all the genuine woodworkers will disagree but I have always found that for light around the house work the GMC range of cordless drills were OK.
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8th May 2010, 09:41 AM
Thread: Backup software
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Thanks to all for your replies. I am sure I will...
Thanks to all for your replies. I am sure I will find one to suit.
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4th May 2010, 12:26 PM
Thread: Backup software
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Backup software
I have bought an external case for an old hard drive I had and am using it as a backup, via USB connection. This I am doing manually about once a week.
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11th January 2010, 05:01 PM
Thread: MS Office 2007
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Solved
Hi all...........I have solved the problem with Office 2007.
After reading countless pages of how to fix it on Google and various forums I have decided.
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3rd December 2009, 10:27 AM
Thread: MS Office 2007
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I have given up. I just open Office early in...
I have given up. I just open Office early in the day and leave it open all day.
Thanks again to all.
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25th November 2009, 11:57 AM
Thread: MS Office 2007
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Hi Cured. I am running Trend Micro Internet...
Hi Cured.
I am running Trend Micro Internet Security Pro. No security risks found.
I have disabled this during reg and validate. Did not fix.
I am logged on as administrator.
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24th November 2009, 05:34 PM
Thread: MS Office 2007
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Thanks for the replies. Went to MS site and...
Thanks for the replies.
Went to MS site and downloaded all the updates and patches.
Yes Cured, all is legal and above board.
No change still have to register and validate after every reboot.
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24th November 2009, 10:59 AM
Thread: MS Office 2007
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MS Office 2007
I have just bought and installed MS Office 2007, and have struck a problem that seems (according to Google) to be fairly common.
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27th May 2009, 11:36 AM
Thread: Who's got their $900 yet?
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We earned less than $80,000 We payed tax. We...
We earned less than $80,000
We payed tax.
We lodged a tax return.
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29th April 2009, 11:19 AM
Thread: win32cryptor help
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Thanks for all the advice fellas I have (I...
Thanks for all the advice fellas
I have (I think) loaded all my programs etc back onto the computer. Although I still sometimes get a message saying I need to download Flashplayer or Adobe or... -
23rd April 2009, 04:28 PM
Thread: win32cryptor help
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Ian and Horse...........an interesting debate re...
Ian and Horse...........an interesting debate re PC V MAC.
My PC is running as good if not better then when it was new, so I will stick with it for now.
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18th April 2009, 11:14 AM
Thread: win32cryptor help
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An update on my win32 problems. I could not...
An update on my win32 problems.
I could not rectify this at home so I took my computer to a computer repair shop.
They had it for over a week and could not get rid of this infection.
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29th March 2009, 11:45 AM
Thread: win32cryptor help
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Thanks Ian, I tried both but could not run...
Thanks Ian,
I tried both but could not run either.
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29th March 2009, 09:32 AM
Thread: win32cryptor help
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win32cryptor help
Hi...I have discovered 2 problems with my computer
1. on startup I get an error message that says Google Installer needs to close. What does this mean. I have not run google installer.
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24th February 2009, 10:25 AM
Thread: Software update
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I had to reset username and password. All ok now...
I had to reset username and password.
All ok now
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22nd February 2009, 09:05 AM
Thread: Power Point Viewer
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Thanks Ron. Problem solved using your the...
Thanks Ron.
Problem solved using your the Microsoft site
Thanks again
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21st February 2009, 09:51 PM
Thread: Power Point Viewer
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I tried Openoffice.....no change I then...
I tried Openoffice.....no change
I then reinstalled Powerpoint viewer
I then went into control panel, folder options,file types and allocated Powerpoint viewer to PPS. files. No change.
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21st February 2009, 10:16 AM
Thread: Power Point Viewer
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Power Point Viewer
I am running XP and Outlook express. I have PowerPoint Viewer installed.
When I receive an email with a PPS attachment it will not open. It gives me the message "this file does not have a... -
20th February 2009, 01:06 PM
Thread: A matching set of Salt and Pepper shakers
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Well done Willy. Jarrah always looks nice Macca
Well done Willy. Jarrah always looks nice
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24th December 2008, 09:58 AM
Thread: Braizing without hiring oxy bottle
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Thanks for the replies. It would appear that the...
Thanks for the replies. It would appear that the Solid Ox is a non goer and I have researched the Bernsomatic on the web and it seems that the cylinders only last about 20 minutes.
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21st December 2008, 07:23 PM
Thread: Braizing without hiring oxy bottle
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Braizing without hiring oxy bottle
Is it possible to get a system with enough heat for braising without hiring an oxy bottle.
I have seen the LP and oxy setup that plumbers use but I would not use it enough at home to warrant the... -
20th November 2008, 10:10 AM
Thread: Updating drivers
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Thanks all. My computer is custom built, about...
Thanks all. My computer is custom built, about 2-3 years old and running XP.
It is working just fine so I am not going to stuff about with it.
Thanks
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18th November 2008, 10:16 AM
Thread: Updating drivers
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Updating drivers
I have often heard it said " maybe you need to update your drivers". Is this something I should do on a regular basis or is a case of "if it ain't broke don't fix it"
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16th November 2008, 10:43 AM
Thread: Unwanted spiral when spindle turning
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I spent a couple of hours yesterday in the shed...
I spent a couple of hours yesterday in the shed and did the following.
Checked the bevel angle on the gouge I was using, and found it to be >45 degrees,so I reground it to more like 35-40. ... -
13th November 2008, 05:33 PM
Thread: Unwanted spiral when spindle turning
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Thanks for the quick replies. I have been...
Thanks for the quick replies.
I have been fooling around with the lathe setup. As you know it is set on angle to allow me to turn from the chair.
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13th November 2008, 05:08 PM
Thread: Unwanted spiral when spindle turning
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Unwanted spiral when spindle turning
Lately when doing spindle turning I get this tool chatter which leads to an unwanted spiral effect. This is particularly so when turning dry hard Jarrah.
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11th November 2008, 09:45 AM
Thread: G'day mate and maties!!! ???
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G'day and welcome Fred Macca
G'day and welcome Fred
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9th November 2008, 08:39 PM
Thread: Another "mistaken identity" turning timber
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It looks a lot like Sheoak. Very similar bark...
It looks a lot like Sheoak.
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24th October 2008, 10:55 AM
Thread: I need a new monitor
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Thanks for all the advice. My computer is only...
Thanks for all the advice.
My computer is only 18 mths old and has a mother board with an on board graphics card.
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22nd October 2008, 10:20 PM
Thread: I need a new monitor
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I need a new monitor
My 9 year old 17" CRT monitor has developed distinct tinge of pink lately, so I am looking to buy a new LCD monitor.
Has anyone got any advice as to what to look for.
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9th October 2008, 10:50 AM
Thread: 2008 winner of bathurst is
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Hrt
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8th October 2008, 11:13 AM
Thread: which bandsaw to buy?
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If all you are going to do is small stuff as you...
If all you are going to do is small stuff as you said then a Carbatec 250 would do the job but if you intend to make furniture etc then you should get one of the many 14" saw on the market.
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28th September 2008, 10:46 AM
Thread: Boring hole for Salt and Pepper Grinders
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I drill from one end using a forstner bit...
I drill from one end using a forstner bit followed by a spade bit. Turn it around and rechuck it and do the same from other end.
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29th August 2008, 05:45 PM
Thread: g'day from Michigan America
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Thanks Mike. got it now Macca
Thanks Mike. got it now
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29th August 2008, 10:54 AM
Thread: g'day from Michigan America
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Welcome Charlie. Sorry to say your link did not...
Welcome Charlie. Sorry to say your link did not work.
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24th July 2008, 04:55 PM
Thread: Restless Leg Syndrome
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Hi Smeds, I have heard of Repreve and how good...
Hi Smeds, I have heard of Repreve and how good it is, but have been told that it is not on the PBS and is very expensive. Is this correct
Thanks
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24th July 2008, 10:46 AM
Thread: Restless Leg Syndrome
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Thanks Tealady, I might give the magnesium a go....
Thanks Tealady, I might give the magnesium a go. Sounds better than the nasties the Docs want to give me.
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23rd July 2008, 10:57 AM
Thread: Restless Leg Syndrome
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Hi........who out there has RLS and what are you taking.
I have suffered from this for years and have tried many remedies, both natural and drugs.
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23rd June 2008, 10:49 AM
Thread: Grandson's first effort.
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Great first effort. What is the cutting tool. ...
Great first effort.
What is the cutting tool. Something you have made or is it shop bought.
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22nd June 2008, 11:35 AM
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My G G Grandfather is listed in the convicts book...
My G G Grandfather is listed in the convicts book as a soldier and he got seven years, but his crime is not listed. Must have been a bad boy.
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21st June 2008, 11:34 AM
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I reverse chuck it and drill from both ends Macca
I reverse chuck it and drill from both ends
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21st June 2008, 11:31 AM
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Deano.....there is indeed a skill shortage in WA....
Deano.....there is indeed a skill shortage in WA. As Stub has said, if you have a trade and are out of work in WA you are not doing the right thing.
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20th June 2008, 10:40 AM
Thread: Peppermill and salt mill instructions
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The instructions you get from Jim are easier to...
The instructions you get from Jim are easier to follow than the ones you get from the net.
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14th May 2008, 10:23 AM
Thread: router inverted and held in a workmate
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I mount a jig saw upside down in my B&D workmate....
I mount a jig saw upside down in my B&D workmate. The 2 halves of the table have a convenient grove running the whole length which grips the footplate of the jigsaw.
Never been a problem
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26th April 2008, 10:35 AM
Thread: border where paved path meets lawn
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Lay a header course of pavers as a border. Cement...
Lay a header course of pavers as a border. Cement under the outside edge to stop any movement.
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10th April 2008, 11:12 AM
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I had Slacker do a job for me and can recommend...
I had Slacker do a job for me and can recommend him and his work.
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25th March 2008, 09:15 AM
Thread: a retic learner
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You will need to cut out the old fitting and and...
You will need to cut out the old fitting and and replace it with the new one. You will need to extend the pipe as it will now be too short. If you can't spring the pipe into the new fitting there is...
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Sorry to hear all that Shane. I hope things...
Sorry to hear all that Shane. I hope things improve in the future.
Cheers Macca.