If you are at the point of experimenting, I’d wipe the drive and try a fresh install of Windows 10. I’ve had pretty good results doing so and have had it run pretty decently on an old dual-core AMD processor with 3GB RAM. I did use a small SSD however which did add some speed over a mechanical HD.
Posts made by rick505
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RE: SLOOOOW Windows 10 laptop
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RE: Bed Bath Beyond to close 40 stores - LIST at link
One, in my State, hasn’t been open too long as it was built in a newly opened shopping center.
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RE: FREE Mack Ear Plugs At 11AM EST Daily
Hmmmmm, my calculation from Mountain to Eastern time must be off. After 11 Eastern and still unable to proceed. I’ll keep trying.
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RE: Problem with my Desktop internet
Easiest to check is change the port on the switch, I presume more than two ports, and see what happens. Also, swap laptop and desktop ports and see if the problem follows the port or device. I presume you’ve rebooted the desktop (just in case).
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RE: FREE Old Orchard Juice Product for survey
I see it says earn 3000 points “on your next birthday” so it’s not actually entering the date it seems to be wait for the date to receive the points.
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RE: FREE PlayMakar Power Gel Roll-On Topical Pain Reliever Sample
@mrsguin said in FREE PlayMakar Power Gel Roll-On Topical Pain Reliever Sample:
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The code (freegelsample) above seems to have expired when I just tried it. I guess I better be quicker next time.
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RE: Ebay Bucks 8% on $25+ purchase, 6% under $25, through Dec 5, Targeted
I swear eBay sees when I buy more expensive items, for me at least, and then offers these Promotions!
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RE: Expired: 1-Year Hulu Ad-Supported Membership Plan $1.99/Month (New/Returning Subscribers) plus $6 cashback at topcashback.com - offer expires 11:59 pm PT 12/2/19
I misread Returning subscribers to be Current subscribers. Oh well, I lose out but being a “loyal” customer not needing to be wooed back into the fold again.
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RE: Best Nationally Available High APY Liquid Accounts
Perhaps I missed it here but Ally just sent me an e-mail:
Starting 11/13/2019, the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on your Online Savings Account is changing from 1.80% APY to 1.70% APY. It will show online in your account details on 11/14/2019. -
RE: FREE Liquid HUXOL Original Sweetener Sample
Ah mailchimp…at least Gmail is pretty good at identifying spam!
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RE: Libman Red, White & Blue Precision Angle Broom, Limited Time Offer $4.88 With Pickup @ HomeDepot.com, YMMV
Crud…said none within 100 miles of my location. HD can have folks walking around trying to sell me a new HVAC system or Solar installations but can’t have a broom when I want one!
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RE: "Problem" with AdBlock
There has been reports of a “fake” Adblock Plus offering in the Chrome store so not sure if this impacts Firefox users also. What about trying to uninstall/remove AdBlock and reinstalling?
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RE: $2.99 Screamin’ Sicilian Premium Frozen Pizza, 20-25 oz, (Up to 5x) AC @ Kroger & Participating Affiliates, Exp 09-14-2019
I just checked my “Smith’s” coupon and it shows new expiration. I suspect the expiration date will supersede the redeem dates. Thanks for the tip.
$2.99 Screamin’ Sicilian Premium Frozen Pizza
When you buy ONE (1) Screamin’ Sicilian Premium Frozen Pizza (20-25 oz). Download the coupon from September 11-14 and redeem once from September 13-14 ONLY. Use up to 5 times in a single transaction, while supplies last.Use up to 5 times in a single transaction.
Limit of one coupon per household. Digital Coupons and paper coupons may not be combined on the purchase of a single item. Specially marked items, such as Clearance or Manager’s Specials may not be eligible for Digital Coupons.
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RE: Nooooooooooo! BOA dropping ShopSafe!
Agreed. I need to follow up on the Digital Wallets to see if it may substitute. If nothing else I used it to generate a card with really low credit limits when I purchased some stuff or subscribed.
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RE: Internet - Is it possible to convert a wireless signal into a wired signal?
I’ve used this from Monoprice on a Windows 10 tablet where the internal WiFi lost essentially all range.
https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=12811#QuestionsandAnswersBasically look for a USB WiFi adapter as stated above some are available for under $10 in some cases.
I think your deciding factor for speed will be what the location offers but certainly not over the maximum data rate will be 30-40 megabytes per second (USB 2.0 and half-duplex).
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RE: Best Nationally Available High APY Liquid Accounts
Just received an email from Ally:
Starting 08/06/2019, your Online Savings Account will earn 1.90% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on all balance tiers.
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RE: FREE Clinere Earwax Cleaners Sample
I’m almost certain I’ve attempted twice in the past for a free sample and have yet to receive anything. I do admit once they replied that “due to overwhelming response” they ran out, etc. Oh well, that’s what ball point pens were made for.
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RE: Which high-interest savings account is the best?
I suspect many of us have account(s) at Ally. I’ve used them for a couple of years and hold multiple accounts without issue. I was hesitant about an “Internet” Bank but so far it’s worked out fine and they do rank near the top of Interest paying accounts.
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RE: $3 Off $3.01 + Purchase eBay Promo Code
@my4mainecoons said in $3 Off $3.01 + Purchase eBay Promo Code:
@rick505 said in $3 Off $3.01 + Purchase eBay Promo Code:
When it shows off 3.01 they mean it. I thought I’d try it on a $2.99 item thinking I’d “lose” .01…Nope. Had to keep looking.
When there was a $5 code and Item I wanted was $5 I messaged the seller and they raised the price to $5.01 for me.
Wish I would have thought of that. Instead, I found the same item for a $1 more and bought that!
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RE: $3 Off $3.01 + Purchase eBay Promo Code
When it shows off 3.01 they mean it. I thought I’d try it on a $2.99 item thinking I’d “lose” .01…Nope. Had to keep looking.
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RE: RESOLVED: Site No Longer Secure?
Looks like a security certificate expired effective today (June 2nd). I came here looking for some explanation from the powers to be like when it will be renewed, etc.
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RE: Free Drm-Free Pc Game "Obduction" @ GOG Until 6/1 (Reg. $29.99)
At my age I really should Not get this excited about a free game…but I do!
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RE: The 92-Year-Old Lady Who Made Me Steal a Dead Man’s Car – A thrilling and seriously funny novel - Kindle Edition - FREE
I actually got another one of these before the deal ran out. Seems rare for me!
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RE: Best Chinese Take-out Recipes from Mama Li's Kitchen - Kindle Edition - FREE
I actually got one before it reverted back to the regular price.
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RE: Lowe's Spring Savings Event - 4/27/19 - Save $5-$500 on your purchase with no minimum
I misread the sign yesterday when I was in Lowe’s. I thought it was save $5 OFF $500 and I thought “Big Deal, 1% discount”. Doh!
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RE: Pre-paid phone cards (AT&T, Cricket, T-Mobile, others) 20% off promotion, email delivery, through Kroger Gift Cards
I realize I’m not too smart but I’m seeing 10% not 20%. Something else I must do or offer reduced?
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RE: USPS Classics Forever Souvenir 6-Stamp Sheet $1.60 A/C Shipped by USPS @ eBay
@ctcarl It was $3.30 plus $1.30 for postage = $4.60 less the $3 discount for a TOTAL of $1.60 shipped. Received mine a day late (Priority mail) .
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RE: Ebay $3 off $3.01 coupon - HURRY!!!!
I bought the 6 forever stamps posted elsewhere. Not as almost free as others but still deal for me.
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RE: USPS Classics Forever Souvenir 6-Stamp Sheet $1.60 A/C Shipped by USPS @ eBay
Just grabbed this. I rarely mail things but working out to .27 cents per stamp I figured why not.
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RE: Difference between Savings account return and CD
I just sort of figured out the formula and created a really simply spreadsheet and it looks even with adding the prior months Interest into the principal and compute the next month interest on increased balance it still is less at the end of 12 months than the CD. I guess I needed a reminder of the definition of “APR”
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Difference between Savings account return and CD
I readily admit I’m not the smartest person AND I’ve attempted to research the question. Please be gentle. In any case…a person wants to compare how much interest would be earned/paid when comparing a Savings Account vs 1 yr CD. Say a Savings Account shows 2.2% vs. High-Yield 1 yr CD of 2.75%. Both compound daily yet the CD only pays the interest at the end of the term and the Savings Account credits/deposits the earnings monthly. Presume money won’t be needed for the term of the CD so gut response would be buy CD for higher yield. However, I feel the compounding effect of the Savings account, each month increasing balance, would reduce the benefit of the slightly increased interest rate. I’ve attempted to find a formula to compare but have been unable to do so. Perhaps I’m not seeing how to look at this but really I’ve tried. Even broke out the spreadsheet and played. Thoughts?
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RE: walmart-is-planning-to-sell-its-own-tablets
First tablet I ever bought was a Hisense Sero 7 pro from WalMart. I believe they were the exclusive vendor for the product and sort of equated Hisense with WalMart like Insignia with Best Buy. Worked great until one day it wouldn’t power up. Still have it and will explore further at some point (already checked battery).
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RE: report-Payless Shoes set-to close all stores & file-for-bankruptcy
I guess I contributed to their demise as I’ve not been inside one of their stores for years and years. One more soon to be vacant store in my closest mall.
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RE: Chamberlain/Liftmaster MyQ 888LM Control Panel - Free
I’m also getting the 404 error so manually went into liftmaster.com and searched for the product model number. I found this:
888LM Quality Program:
*We have resolved the loss of function affecting some of our LiftMaster 888LM Control Panels. These units were packed in with garage door opener models 8500 and 8500C, and/or sold as an accessory, such as MYQPCK.While the incidents of improperly functioning units are low, we are extending the warranty for affected customers until September 2023.*
For any customer who wishes to receive a replacement 888LM Control Panel for free, please use the following link to complete the form: Request Replacement 888LM.
The link mentioned above generates the same error.
I suspect if/when they fix the link folks will need to contact the company directly. Perhaps they received more requests than actual product ever sold. A derivative of the old “Fat Wallet Forum” effect. -
RE: Home Depot Ryobi One+ 18V Power Inflator (Tool Only) $20 + Free Store Pickup
@jcantanixon Was that some sort of “deal of the day” or similar? I just checked and see it’s $29.97 locally. I’ll keep checking.
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RE: CVS.com Metamucil Psyllium Fiber Supplement Wafers Cinnamon Spice, 24CT $6.39 Subscribe/Save Shipped, get back $8 Extra Bucks (can pay with extra bux too)
I ordered this morning and no mention of the Extra Bucks on the emailed statement. Was this some prior offer or did I need to do something to join the program??
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RE: Kroger Free Friday Download 01/04/19: Folgers 1850 Ready To Drink Coffee 13.7fl oz., select varieties
Whatever it is (Smith’s is showing the coffee) at least any freebie is back.