How it Works

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fitzgerald

vcr to dvd copying

I have read previous answers to this question but i have a COMBI tv and vcr, is it possible to connect a dvd recorder so i can transfer my vhs tapes onto discs please help !!

mags-70

Ding Dong!!

what is the part inside a bell that makes the ringing sound called?

neednollage

How long does it take for a body to decompose in water?

In fresh water, as a large lake. Would decomposition be faster than above water? What would the possible state of decomposition be after 10 days? Would the body be recognizable?

jadyn

Electric Kettle

My young daughter has asked me a question today that I can't answer. We've got one of those new fangled jug type electric kettles that is illuminated blue inside when the water is cold but becomes...

hottoddy2

Why do fridges leak?

My husband and I recently moved into a rented bungalow and the tall 'Lec' fridge that came with the property leaks water on to the floor every day and drives me nuts. There is no freezer compartment...

surirat

travel

my son is about to fly to thailand with his wife shev would like to take with her a carton of wine you know the type ld travel in that can be brought in any super market does any one know if it would...

Prangy

Incredible Hulk

Hi guys, I know its because im a newbie that im green, but out of interest, how long does it last for? Thanks :)

chas2008

touch operated bed side lamps

Anyone have a clue how these things work or had them work by themselves ?...We have 3 in 2 bedrooms for over 5 years, never had a problem before but went to bed lastnight and found all 3 on !!.. ( cue...

john91

Where does the money go?

Where does the money go in a recession? for example, building societies are lending fewer mortgages and people are buying fewer cars etc, yet the banks and building societies are still trying to get...

echokilo

electric blankets............

............. is it safe to use an electric blanket with a memory foam mattress?

cocopops

FTSE 100 and Dow Jones

Hi All Can anyone please explain to me in laymans terms what the above means?

cosford

Quad bike

Where can I buy spark plugs for Arctic Cat quad bike

garlandk9

skype

can anyone plz tell me how skype works or give me spep by step instuctions thanks

legal girl

Passport renewal

My passport is due for renewal in 2010 and I'm also due to get married that year. Can I change my passport into my married name so my married name appears when I go on honeymoon? A bit previous I...

filthiestfis

packing liquids to send by post

I need to send some bottles by post of cosmetics; shower gel etc I've never sent liquids by post before and am wondering if it will be ok to send them individually inside an envelope, or do I need to...

dannyday5821

printer problems

2 things - first - printer worked fine yesterday, now whenever i go to print it keep moving the paper to the right by itself causing itself to jam. Ive had a look inside and it seems to be something...

simonpestell

Ford Mondeo with black smoke

My 2004 Ford Mondeo is pouring out black smoke and is pulling back in all gears. When in 4th 5th or 6th gear to accelarate from 60 upwards is a long and duly task. It has just been fully serviced and...

nicolad

am i entitled to shift allowance?

I work for a 24 hour company and work shifts, should i be geting paid shift allowance?

Dee Sa

clip art

I want to do a presentation and put clip art at the top, the subject is nail parlour/ manicure but nothing comes up, can anyone suggest what to type in ? I have tried finger/ nail/ salon etc. I must...

sprayer

catagories

I have just asked a question in technology and it has just occured to me that i could have been posted in *how it works* as well, so is there any way that I can post a question in several different...