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I have been overwhelmed by the number of requests for new passwords
It is going to take a while as each one has to be dealt with and replied to individually but I am working on them and will get back to you as soon as I am able.
Brian.
Thank you for your patience, I am getting there.
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16th November 2018, 11:40 AM
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Re: Off for a wee while

Originally Posted by
Jim Brady
I got in touch with Microsoft definite scam,they were pleased that I reported it and will trace the source and blank it.Whilst I was talking to him he cleaned my laptop up got rid of all kinds of stuff and emptied by trash bin.
Regards.
Jim.B.
####bit risky jim letting them do anything to your laptop ......braver man than me ....but must say i am constantly getting telephone calls about my computer not working....just tell them i havnt got a computer .....and i give other cheeky to say the least comments to them ...cappy
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16th November 2018, 12:02 PM
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Re: Off for a wee while
Cappy I am very security conscious,I knew for definite (or 99.9 %) that it was Microsoft that I was dealing with so I was prepared to go along with the deal.
Regards.
Jim.B.
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17th November 2018, 05:45 AM
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Re: Off for a wee while

Originally Posted by
Tony Taylor
I changed from Windows XP PRO to Windows 10 last year. Biggest mistake ever, it is much harder to work with than XP, WISH i NEVER BOTHERED.
Windows 10 I was told came into being for use on smart phones where touch screen technology makes it easier to use, not so good on a desk top computer.


Happy daze John in Oz.
Life is too short to blend in.
John Strange R737787
World Traveller

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17th November 2018, 10:56 AM
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17th November 2018, 11:15 AM
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Re: Off for a wee while
Yes XP was I think the best Ever ,never had any worries with it!\
Had my first Update already on this New Puter! Grrr! Anyway it was very quick so think it was just a small one !\
Here's hoping that all will be fine
Cheers
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