Desktops - September 2006

I have some annoying programs that have attached themselves to my start menu. Whenever I start the computer there they are. I want them gone from the start menu....just not deleted from the computer. Some examples: QUICKTIME, AIM, IPOD and some music program. I do not even know how to tell what is in there.

How do I accomplish my mission? (In easy to follow steps, please!)

Thank you.

WINDOWS XP

2006-09-14 15:02:48 · 12 answers · asked by submariner662 4

2006-09-14 14:55:32 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a new computer thats currently using a 40gig WDC drive. I've tried 3 new HDD. None have worked except this 40 gig one. The first one would even turn on i didn't even feel the disk turning. The 2nd one blew up on me and the third one i feel it get hot but its not spinning. with the third one i get something called nvidia boot check then it takes me to a black screen. All of the drives are WDC and only a 40 gig is working please help. My motherboard is a Gigabyte GA-K8N Ultra-SLI.

2006-09-14 14:40:49 · 6 answers · asked by ? 2

i have a new cd-dvd burning device, but i need to do twelve copies of a dvd that y made... will the laser brake down or something?... how many days, months, years... can last a dvd burning device??....

2006-09-14 14:18:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

It seems like the ones on the front transfer files slower than the ones on the back. Is it just me?

2006-09-14 14:13:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a computer that's about 7-8 years old, I changed the OS to XP a few years ago, but now everything else is totally outdated on it and in it. Would you suggest buying a new one, or upgrading the one I have. Have any guess estimates on prices? I want to completely bring the insides up to par.
Suggestions?
I'd appreciate anything on the subject you have to offer, thanks!

2006-09-14 13:34:52 · 6 answers · asked by LissyLou 2

Is it true about Alienware?
I got this answer from one of my questions and I quote " I'd say get the Dell. The Alienware has a Pentium D which is bottom of the dual core ladder and has heat issues. The Alienware also uses integrated Intel Graphics, the worst graphics on the planet. I honestly never knew Alienware could make that crappy a machine. I guess Dell really ruined the company when they purchased it.

The Dell on the other hand has a Core 2 Duo processor which is the best dual core option out there. It also has a minimum of a DVD burner and a much larger hard drive. At its base cost it includes a solid GeForce 7300 video card. It's not the best but you can choose better if you want to.

For the price, the Dell totally blows away the Alienware computer "

2006-09-14 13:00:02 · 2 answers · asked by holla at my angry 2

I got this answer from one of my questions and I quote " I'd say get the Dell. The Alienware has a Pentium D which is bottom of the dual core ladder and has heat issues. The Alienware also uses integrated Intel Graphics, the worst graphics on the planet. I honestly never knew Alienware could make that crappy a machine. I guess Dell really ruined the company when they purchased it.

The Dell on the other hand has a Core 2 Duo processor which is the best dual core option out there. It also has a minimum of a DVD burner and a much larger hard drive. At its base cost it includes a solid GeForce 7300 video card. It's not the best but you can choose better if you want to.

For the price, the Dell totally blows away the Alienware computer "

2006-09-14 12:49:42 · 6 answers · asked by holla at my angry 2

On startup my dell gives me a warning of previous fan failure, had the computer since it was new and never had a fan except power supply and works fine....

Thanks.

2006-09-14 12:13:10 · 4 answers · asked by angelsmommy 3

SATA and..........
how do i find out what kind mine is?

2006-09-14 11:19:01 · 7 answers · asked by Ace-Balla 3

When I go into in to the device manager it is there, however when I go to My Computer it is not! HELP!

2006-09-14 10:49:28 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-14 09:31:48 · 9 answers · asked by Jack D 2

Hi-My computer was struck by lightning. The CD-R, Memory, and Hard drive all still work because I tried them in another computer. (I have now put them back into the one that was hit by lightning)

When I plug in the computer and try to turn it on, nothing happens. Is there a relatively easy (and inexpensive) way to fix the problem. What would I have to buy? A whole new motherboard? Is there any way I could just buy a new power supply in the CPU. I know this isn't alot to go by, but any help will be appreciated.

2006-09-14 08:41:49 · 13 answers · asked by anang2000 1

can't see 'a' drive on 'my computer', device manager reports all devices working correctly, can hear drive initialise on power up but no green light. help and support centre doesn't help - reports all ok. ribbon cable and power cable changed but no change - this is a mitsumi drive restarting computer doesn't work either.

2006-09-14 06:52:56 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-14 06:42:02 · 2 answers · asked by Guillermo I 1

I have thie older computer, it used to run very slow. It had a 10G hard drive, 256 MB ram, not sure about the processor. Anyway, I upgraded the hard drive to a 120G, put a CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive in, and also put several other new things in. Also added Windows XP, it had 2000. It took almost 2 days to install windows, and right now, it takes sooo long to do anything. Whats the deal?

2006-09-14 06:26:35 · 12 answers · asked by Jonathan F 1

I have an old dell dimesion with a fried processor and have just purchased a new dell inspiron I am curious as to how I can get all the data off my old hard drive and on to the new laptop. Is this possible to do even when the old computer wont even start up because it has no processor and if so how?

2006-09-14 06:01:54 · 3 answers · asked by Lou 1

2006-09-14 05:40:25 · 4 answers · asked by asere 1

i want to upgrade my pc with a new hard drive lets say for a 160GB what is the difference between EIDE AND SATA?

2006-09-14 04:39:31 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Read the question: "nfroce 590 Intel Edition".

A link to purchase or link to definite release date gets you 10 pts. Thanks!!!

2006-09-14 03:19:33 · 1 answers · asked by wyntre_2000 5

My Present System Is A COMPAQ Presario AMD-K6 (tm) Processor With 48.0MBRAM My Local Disk Is 3.75Gb. I Ordered XP Pack 2 Off The MIcrosoft Home Site @ a Cost Of £6.00 But This Turned Out 2b a Patch So I Didnt Bother Install'n it And I Wud Rather Buy A New Computer Than Spend £80 Odd On The Proper Installation Disks .And Is It Correct That XP Users Up Alot Of Memory?? Please Advise.....Cheers

2006-09-14 02:59:02 · 11 answers · asked by thomas 1

I don't mind downloading 3rd party tools but I don't want to install (tools that will run not install)

2006-09-14 02:27:13 · 11 answers · asked by xBoss 2

Will I be able to see and send emails to PC users like always or do I have to send and receive plain text?

2006-09-14 02:21:04 · 8 answers · asked by just asking 1

This is my newly build pc, Under device manager everything looks okey, Tried changing the speakers but still no sound on speakers. Also trid to slot in a PCI sound card and still would not get sound but instead my monitor went blank. I therefore removed the ard slotted card and monitor was back to normal but still no sound. Whats could be wrong. Everything else seems ok..i.e the OS was installed wothout a hitch as well as all audio,video drivers except that when i slot in a flash disk on one of the USB slots my USB mouse and keyboard freezes

2006-09-14 01:11:20 · 6 answers · asked by FLEMMING M 1

I can't seem to get rid of whatever I have. When I run an adaware scan it locks up when I delete the bugs never fully deleting them My virus protection says there's nothing to fix but somethings wrong! Any suggestions???

2006-09-14 00:31:52 · 9 answers · asked by LG 2

i m looking for HP personal media drive 160GB. I asked many retail stores but they have only 300GB but i dont want that much. so please can anyone tell me where can i buy it in Hong Kong!

If you would like to view product details please visit to this link:
http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/product_detail.do?product_code=PE503A%23ABA&AOID=1024

many thanks in advance

2006-09-14 00:01:51 · 3 answers · asked by Vangough 1

2006-09-13 22:02:20 · 12 answers · asked by kithome 1

2006-09-13 21:17:08 · 7 answers · asked by I,Racky 1

Sounds like a dumb question but I forgot.

2006-09-13 20:31:50 · 3 answers · asked by Frank M 1

2006-09-13 19:52:15 · 9 answers · asked by Don is Back 1