Last night on my pc
- 7 March 2014 19:41261949yes I have had this pc many years ,I was hoping to sell it on for a few bob it has been all updated but the hard drive would have to come out very good 21"" sreen,anyway it goes to the big pc world up in the sky at the weekend and I move on to a lap top which comes tomorrow. Windows eight,what ever that means.I have cut out watching alot of TV and will now not be posting so much on the forum.
Summer weeks are coming so that will see us staying out later ,also poting about in the garden.
After I stand down at the next election and tear up all my old council notes etc we will be spending more time away if we find the funds that is.We might even go back packing
around the wild county of Kent. 
- 7 March 2014 19:50261953according to the weather forecasts summer will be arriving this weekend with temperatures between 16 and 18 degrees and i fully intend to take advantage of it.
- 7 March 2014 19:54261954And myself apart from the rugby must still watch that,football is old hat now far to many players overpaid and watching England and even the top clubs are rubbish and very boring.
- 7 March 2014 20:31261956Good night all. end
- 8 March 2014 08:16261969Just about to turn off my PC for the last time for over 20years,sad but it must go
- 10 March 2014 21:36262048I am back on my new laptop windows but finding it hard to use sorry
- 10 March 2014 22:03262054just a matter of pressing a few buttons until things work, much the same for all of us.
- Bob Whysman
- Registered: 23 Aug 2013
- Posts: 1,948
11 March 2014 08:24262061Hi Vic.
Windows 8 had me spitting feathers when I had it on my new computer last year. It takes some getting used to but has some good points too which you will quickly get used to. The 8.1 update restores the start button and if you ignore the apps and switch to desktop mode initially you will find it easier.
Good luck!Do nothing and nothing happens. - 11 March 2014 08:55262062Windows 8 is great on touch screen laptops but pants on a keyboard machine.I'm an optimist. But I'm an optimist who takes my raincoat - Harold Wilson
- 11 March 2014 10:57262068Thank you both I am using a Logitech Wireless Mouse at this time but it is to much for me to take in its the age thing again,but I WILL have to use it now cost a lot of funding and I am getting help at times we will get there one day Its doing my head in I cannot now get into the internet page
- 11 March 2014 13:22262084Help
- Bob Whysman
- Registered: 23 Aug 2013
- Posts: 1,948
11 March 2014 19:35262105Almost fell for that one Vic!Do nothing and nothing happens. - 12 March 2014 12:07262120I have sir,all above my old head.
- 12 March 2014 16:26262127Keep going Vic. I'm a new convert myself to Windows 8 and then Windows 8.1 with a new PC.
It was a bit of a nightmare to begin with, as the transformation from the old system is such a shock...but we get there in the end. I think Peter is right, the new system is designed to be multi-purpose across all devices but on a PC its hardwork...at least to begin with.
Watch out for that old head.. 
email: dover7@msn.com - 12 March 2014 21:07262153Thank you,but it is hard work
- Andy B
- Location: dover
- Registered: 10 Nov 2012
- Posts: 1,829
12 March 2014 21:56262160Best of luck Vic.I,ve probably all this to come.I,m still on the old system X.P. I think.This old computer came from an office clearance i did around 10 years ago,i think it was an old one back then.The flat screen which i brought is the most modern bit of it.Over the years its been into big Daves shop a few times but he just managed to revive it last time before he shut.He said it really was on its last legs,and now i think it is.So the next one i think will be a laptop as it will be more convenient and take up less room.If its still poss to get one on the old system,then i will.For all the years i,ve had one,my computer skills really are not very good at all. - 12 March 2014 22:03262168Hello Vic..Any news of the branch funds? Regards Peter Ripley
- 12 March 2014 22:03262170most of the techy stuff goes right over my head, took me ages to work out how to post photos and links.
paulb had to take me through it comic book stages.
had a laptop for ages which suits me perfectly as i can still watch the box at the same time should i wish to. - 13 March 2014 08:58262178Post 17.before I went off air I did put on both forums that if UKIP WANTED anything I have then they have two weeks to come round to see me ,I was told that would happen but it never did.
After that I said because I was having a good clear out most of all my old council papers and party papers would be put in the bin that did happen.
But because it was funding I did hold back from putting that in the bin but that will happen soon so again you can come round and see me but this is for the very last time of telling you I am in most night times so you can just come round or ring me first but I will not meet anyone from a party ouside of my own home I hope now that has been all made clear.
Post 16.
I know how you fill but I must say that the laptop I have now is a very good one and now finding my way round it please come round round if you wish have a look at my new set up to see if it would suit yourself again in most nights or ring me on 07758710889.
I still have my old pc setup with a great 23"screen will sell for a very small amount but will have to take out the harddrive.end. Post 18.
I am like that myself but have two very good mates that help me out but yes a laptop for me is a lot better and it does not take up much room. Thank you - Bob Whysman
- Registered: 23 Aug 2013
- Posts: 1,948
13 March 2014 17:15262210Andy B, the XP operating system is a good one and loved by many, but be warned that Microsoft support for the system is ending in April so there will be no more security updates. If you intend to stay safe online you will need to change your system.
Some users of XP who are reluctant to give it up are installing Ubuntu and operating a dual boot system to retain the use of XP for a while longer.
With the amount of Malware around it is worth looking around for a replacement, in my view, as XP will become very vulnerable.
One particular threat to ALL systems is Cryptolocker Ransomware. Also consider installing a programme to keep it out!,
As it could be used to encrypt all your files it is worth regularly backing them up as it can be removed, but will take all your files with it unless you pay the ransom money demanded for the key!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-25506020Do nothing and nothing happens.