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  1. Guest or New Member at Computer Help Forum?

    1. Welcome

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      CHF Staff Latest: Welcome CHF Staff, Jun 6, 2016
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    2. New Member Introductions

      New member welcome wagon. Post here to introduce yourself to the community. Please DO NOT post computer problems in this forum.
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      1. Notes For Members

      umar Latest: New Student Computer Technician umar, Mar 15, 2023
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    3. Announcements and Rules

      These are our basic guidelines for posting on Computer Help Forums and important announcements.
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    4. Tutorials

      General computing tutorials
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      1. Backup and Restore

      2. General Tips and Tricks

      3. Virtual Machine

      4. Network and Internet

      5. Security and AntiVirus

      6. Software and Programs

      7. Tutorial Submissions

      Tony D Latest: External Hard drive backup---what software to use? Tony D, Mar 20, 2023
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  2. Operating Systems World

    1. Windows 11

      Microsoft Windows 11 help. Post any issues you have running Windows 11.
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      Tony D Latest: slow computer Tony D, Mar 12, 2023
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    2. Windows 10

      Microsoft Windows 10 help. Post any issues you have running Windows 10.
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      1. Windows 10 Information and Alerts

      Dave Leonard Latest: Downloader Dave Leonard, Mar 27, 2023 at 5:51 PM
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    3. Windows 8

      Microsoft Windows 8 help and discussions. Post any issues you have running Windows 8.
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      1. Window 8 Video Tutorials

      starbuck Latest: Windows 8.1 now shows full-screen 'End of Support' warnings starbuck, Jul 15, 2022
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    4. Windows 7

      Microsoft Windows 7 help and discussions. Post any issues you have running Windows 7.
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      BGBG Latest: Log Ins and Passwords BGBG, Mar 21, 2023 at 9:22 PM
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    5. Windows Vista

      Microsoft Windows Vista help and discussions. If you have issues running Windows Vista post them here.
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      Seth Anthony Latest: Vista 64-bit install media Seth Anthony, Nov 22, 2021
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    6. Windows XP

      Windows XP help and discussions. Post your XP issues and comments here.
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      Tony D Latest: How should I part this laptop out...selling Tony D, Jan 24, 2023
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    7. Windows Home Server

      The emphasis of this forum is on Windows Home Server V1 and V2 'Vail'
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      starbuck Latest: Microsoft Networking starbuck, Dec 13, 2018
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    8. Microsoft Windows

      Windows 95. Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows ME and other older Microsoft Windows operating systems help and discussions.
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      1. Microsoft News

      2. Windows Update

      Tony D Latest: Delete only the first entry in microsoft excel but keep the following entries (2016 or 2019) Tony D, Jan 12, 2022
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    9. Other Operating Systems

      Mac OS X, Linux, Android and all other operating systems help and discussions.
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      1. Mac OS X

      2. Linux

      daveleonard Latest: Uninitiated search box opens while typing daveleonard, Jan 20, 2023
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  3. Hardware World

    1. Specific Hardware Issues

      If you know where your problem lies please post in the appropriate sub-forum below
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      1. Processor - CPU

      2. Memory - RAM

      3. Motherboard - MOBO

      4. Graphics - GPU

      5. Hard Drive - HDD

      6. DVD/CDROM Drives

      7. Power Supply - PSU

      8. Monitor

      9. Sound Card

      10. External and Flash Drives

      ThomasM Latest: IS MY CRAD DEAD!! ThomasM, Mar 23, 2023 at 11:31 AM
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    2. Miscellaneous Hardware

      Anything else hardware related. If it doesn't fit in any other forum then post it here.
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      BGBG Latest: Canon PIXMA MP270 Leaves Ink Traces On Copies - How Eliminate? BGBG, Mar 19, 2023
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    3. New Build and/or New Hardware

      Even if you are just thinking about building your own PC or adding new hardware, this is where to look for expert advice.
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      1. Overclocking / Modding

      Tony D Latest: New build not working please help!!! Tony D, May 7, 2022
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    4. BSOD, App Crashes and Hangs

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      Tony D Latest: Microsoft-Windows-CertificateServicesClient-CertEnroll Tony D, Jul 26, 2022
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    5. Gaming Forum

      Post anything game-related here.
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      allheart55 (Cindy E) Latest: PC restart while gaming allheart55 (Cindy E), Jan 28, 2023
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  4. Malware Central

    1. General Malware And Security

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      1. Windows Security

      2. Security Updates

      3. Apple, Linux & Unix Security Alerts/News

      4. Ransomware Decrypters

      DavidE Latest: Extra Protection Wanted DavidE, Jul 10, 2022
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    2. Is my Computer infected?

      A very common question you may have is whether or not your system is infected and how you should go about fixing it. This forum is designed to let you ask these questions.
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      Tony D Latest: Help. This is driving me insane. Tony D, Oct 17, 2022
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    3. Malware Removal Help

      Is your computer infected with malware, adware or spyware? Then this is the forum to get help to disinfect your computer.
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      starbuck Latest: AnyDesk installed starbuck, Nov 26, 2022
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  5. Software World

    1. CHF Recommended Software

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      CrazyComputerMan Latest: My favourite software. CrazyComputerMan, Apr 29, 2020
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    2. Backup and Recovery

      Computer backup software and computer recovery software discussions, help and recommendations.
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      allheart55 (Cindy E) Latest: How to totally erase everything on my desktop computer allheart55 (Cindy E), Dec 5, 2022
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    3. Graphics Design & Photo Editing

      Photo and image editing software and graphics design software help, discussions and recommendations.
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      plodr Latest: Windows Photo Gallery 2012 plodr, Nov 1, 2022
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    4. General Software

      If it doesn't fit in any other software forum then this is the place to post.
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      plodr Latest: Action1 - are they OK? plodr, Feb 23, 2023
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  6. Network and Internet World

    1. Networking

      Troubleshoot problems with your network, discuss networking techniques and get recommendations on best networking practices.
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      Tony D Latest: Ethernet Cable Tony D, Apr 11, 2022
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    2. Browser Issues

      Firefox, Internet Explorer, Opera, etc. If you have an issue or question this is the place.
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      Tony D Latest: Hotmail issue Tony D, Dec 30, 2022
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    3. Email Issues

      Outlook, Outlook Express, Thunderbird or any other email client issues should be posted here.
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      BGBG Latest: How long to keep old email BGBG, Mar 13, 2023
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  7. Mobile World

    1. Mobile Phones & Devices

      Smart phones, tablets and other mobile device technology discussions and help.
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      1. iPads, iPods & iPhones

      2. Android Phones & Tablets

      3. Windows Phones & Tablets

      allheart55 (Cindy E) Latest: Help Connecting My Cellphone .... allheart55 (Cindy E), Mar 27, 2023 at 6:51 PM
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  8. Merchandise and Shopping World

    1. Promotions Forum

      If your looking for or found deals and promotions then check this forum.
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      1. Software Deals and Reviews

        1. CHF Software Picks

      2. Hardware Deals and Reviews

      3. Buy, Sell and Trade

      Tony D Latest: Amazon Dot and Smart Plug bundle Tony D, Dec 1, 2018
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  9. Community Lounge

    1. General Chat

      Talk to others Members about whatever you want. This section is for 'light' discussions,and get to know your Fellow Members better.No politics, religion, or other potentially controversial topics are encouraged here.
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      1. The Comedy Club

      2. Joke of the Day

      4. News & Current Events

      5. Photo & Graphics Archive

      Tony D Latest: Member's Music Thread Tony D, Aug 9, 2022
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    2. Site Feedback / Bugs / Features

      If you find a bug on the site or want to see new forums or features added then this is the place to post them.
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      1. Tests & Scribbles

      allheart55 (Cindy E) Latest: Server Error allheart55 (Cindy E), Mar 12, 2023
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