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Shut Down On Windows 7

Until recently I was told that I should shut down my PC so that up-dates could be applied. Now every time I go to 'start' it tells me to shut down even though there appear to be no updates waiting. As...
21:06 Thu 10th Mar 20161 answer, last by Mampara 21:08 Thu 10th Mar 2016
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Spectator 2251

20a Lolling,for instance, pair violated law (7) A??R??? 31a Chap,reverse of rational, in chains (7) ?A?E???...
15:00 Thu 10th Mar 20163 answers, last by bibblebub 15:03 Thu 10th Mar 2016
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Pressure To Upgrade To Windows 10

I am on Windows 7 and very happy with it. When I search for updates all I get is to download the new Windows 10. I don't want to lose all my bookmarks etc & see no need to change things. Are Windows...
18:31 Tue 08th Mar 20167 answers, last by alavahalf 19:00 Tue 08th Mar 2016
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Steak & Owl Pie

I was in my local butcher and saw they were offering 'Steak & Owl' pies. I thought it was a wind up & said I was under the impression that the Owl was a protected species. Surely it is?...
22:16 Tue 23rd Feb 201629 answers, last by Patsy33 09:46 Wed 24th Feb 2016
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Problem With Car Lock After Fitting New Battery

After a period of having problems starting my car I got a new battery. Very relieved that my trouble was over I went out to the car the next day only to find I couldn't open the driver door. Did the...
19:30 Tue 16th Feb 20166 answers, last by Mampara 19:53 Tue 16th Feb 2016
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Dusterbuster

Can anyone recommend a reliable & good value hand held dustbuster? I incorrectly posted this in 'crosswords'...
20:04 Fri 08th Jan 20162 answers, last by langfordk20 06:54 Wed 13th Jan 2016
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Spectator 2242

2d Moving down low via membrane- covered opening (10- two words) I have O???A?N??? 20d Managing trick during opening line (9 -two words) ?N??????? 29a Hard treatment of a one-nation state (11)...
17:58 Thu 07th Jan 20166 answers, last by Mampara 18:28 Thu 07th Jan 2016
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'clunking' Noise From Hand Brake

I have a Ford Mondeo & recently after I have activated the hand brake I have noticed that the next time I drive away there is a noise which I am describing as a clunk. Any suggestions what could be...
13:22 Tue 05th Jan 201620 answers, last by Mampara 12:11 Wed 06th Jan 2016
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Mandatory Quotas In Team Selection.

The outstanding win by England in the first cricket test has given the South African selectors lots of headaches re their team for the Cape Town test in a few days time. That they would 'persuade'...
17:15 Wed 30th Dec 201516 answers, last by New Judge 23:18 Wed 30th Dec 2015
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Sports Personality Of The Year

Although Andy Murray was a shoe-in winner the Beeb must be breathing a sigh of relief especially with the heart stopping moment when that Tyson boxer feigned in an interview with Gary Lineker that he...
21:08 Sun 20th Dec 20153 answers, last by bednobs 21:36 Sun 20th Dec 2015
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'balloons' On My Laptop Screen

Just recently I have noticed that if my laptop is on but I am not actively using it, a series of what I can only describe as balloons flit across the screen. As soon as I begin my work again the...
16:46 Fri 18th Dec 20152 answers, last by Mampara 16:56 Fri 18th Dec 2015
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Spectator Christmas Crossword

A long time to go before closing date but I would appreciate help with these clues. Bear in mind that some clues could have superfluous words. 90a Firmly fixed barrel until last move (7 hyphened)...
14:07 Fri 11th Dec 201521 answers, last by Ruthrobin 19:44 Thu 17th Dec 2015
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Bbc Proms Swing Evening

I missed what I have been told was a lovely programme of the great music from the Swing Era. As a lover of Big Band can anyone provide a link so I can watch, & enjoy, a memory of jiving &...
19:03 Sat 28th Nov 20154 answers, last by Sycamore3House 22:41 Sat 28th Nov 2015
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Swing Low Sweet Chariot

I have never understood why a *** Spiritual would be the inspiration for the English rugby team. I am even more confused that some of the crowd would start up the chant in a World Cup Final from...
17:09 Sat 31st Oct 201520 answers, last by ToraToraTora 10:23 Wed 04th Nov 2015
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Scotland Lose But Isn't It Their Fault Rather Than An 'dodgy' Decision By The Ref?

We are all disappointed that there are no Northern Hemisphere Teams through to final but I wish we wouldn't always fall back to blaming the referees. Can anyone explain why the late penalty in the...
21:22 Sun 18th Oct 201528 answers, last by SirOracle 12:14 Tue 20th Oct 2015
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Well Done Wales On Running South Africa So Close

Another heroic performance by Wales but, alas on the losing side again. I see the 4 Southern Hemisphere sides making up the Semi-Finals as Argentina has benefited from being involved in the summer...
18:33 Sat 17th Oct 20153 answers, last by jno 22:26 Sun 18th Oct 2015
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Collection Of Computer Active Magazines

While helping a friend clear out a flat we came upon a box of past issues of this computer magazine. There were over 40 of them dating from 2012- 2015. I would like to give them to a charity shop but...
17:16 Thu 08th Oct 20154 answers, last by Mampara 17:30 Thu 08th Oct 2015
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Great Game - Can Wales Hang On?

The big Fijians are so dangerous on the break....
17:17 Thu 01st Oct 20154 answers, last by DTCwordfan 18:40 Thu 01st Oct 2015
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Removing Icon From Taskbar

Recently, whenever I have started up using Chrome, the Spotify Icon has appeared in the task bar. I have to remove it by clicking 'close window' but it is a nuisance. How can I prevent the Icon...
12:47 Tue 29th Sep 20152 answers, last by Mampara 15:44 Tue 29th Sep 2015

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