Blackpool computer club

There are two ways to get a free computer from us

2021-04-17T00:11:00.000-07:00

Free usually means a hidden cost somewhere, or it can even turn out to be a Scam, but not here. Visit us and see for yourself. Here are the two ways to get a free computer from us: 1) Visit our Facebook page and become a fan. Special offer for Facebook fans OR 2) Join our subscription based club at a cost of £1 per week. Each new member who joins the club can collect a free and fully

Keeping your child safe online with Windows Family Safety

2011-10-03T04:10:00.000-07:00

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Windows 7 for individuals.

2011-08-05T22:50:00.001-07:00

Windows 7 will shortly be available to charitable organisations through the Microsoft registered refurbisher scheme. Windows 7 will also be available to individuals if:- You are receiving financial help from the government in one or more of the following ways. (If requested, you must be able to provide evidence of this.) Housing Benefit Income Support Jobseekers allowance Pension credit

MS security pages

2011-05-08T22:28:00.001-07:00

UK Online

2011-03-28T05:24:00.000-07:00

The Blackpool computer club has become a registered UK Online training centre. UK Online courses are free of charge. Training will commence at the beginning of April 2011. What will I learn? There are Six short modules to get you started. Starting with a keyboard - learn the functions of different keys and practise typing. Starting with a mouse - simple step-by-step instructions to learn

Video guides to computing

2010-12-07T02:31:00.001-08:00

This category concerns computers, the use of computer applications, computer programming, the Internet, and other computer-related topics taught in schools. It also concerns computer peripherals. Please remember that this is meant to be a resource for school students and should not have information beyond what is actually taught or studied at that level. http://www.watchknow.org/Category.aspx?

7 Reliable Sites To Do A Quick Free Anti-Virus Scan

2010-12-02T05:57:00.000-08:00

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Microsoft security feeds

2010-11-14T08:23:00.000-08:00

Blackpool computer repairs and laptop repairs

2010-11-10T03:07:00.000-08:00

Computer problem? Not sure if your old computer is worth repairing? Do you think the quote you have had is too high? As an introduction to the club, you can: Get a free diagnostic and second opinion without obligation. Our members never have to pay for a repair. Repairs and replacements are free of charge. A full year membership costs less than one typical repair on the 'high street', then all

Supporting the membership

2010-10-21T06:18:00.000-07:00

At the computer club, we take pride in our 'face to face' support. By being on first name terms with members, we hope to generate an atmosphere where we can provide the best support possible. In order to become even more accessible, we are replacing our old 'cgi'/email based on-line support desk with the socially driven Bearhug support, here:- http://pcrecycler.bearhugapp.com The support link

Why doesn't my computer work? (properly)

2010-10-17T04:24:00.000-07:00

Instead of thinking of a computer as a single item, it can be considered to be two interlinked items. Hardware: These are the parts you can touch, like the keyboard, mouse or screen. Software: These are the parts you can't touch, like windows XP, Vista, 7, Mac OSX or Linux. I am going to use an analogy. A car will be the hardware, and a car driver will be the software. Both can be in perfect

The 7 most attacked applications

2010-10-05T07:23:00.000-07:00

Which are the software world’s most attacked applications? Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Flash Player Web browsers – all of them Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint Java Social engineering attacks - Google search and Web 2.0 What about Twitter, Facebook and the like? All applications are attacked to some extent but as time has gone on a favourite list has started to emerge based on two

Mobile broadband

2010-10-03T07:19:00.000-07:00

A new user signed up with the computer club last week, and before coming to pick up her free computer, she called in at the Carphone warehouse and signed up for mobile broadband with '3'. The 'dongle' was free with a two year contract at £15 month. She had been told that activation would take up to 48 hours. The installation software is built into the device, just plug it into a USB slot, it

Blackpool charities get free computer from PC Recycler

2010-10-03T07:01:00.000-07:00

Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde charities are eligible for one free computer from PC Recycler Ltd. through the Microsoft Authorised Refurbisher scheme (MAR). More details

Safer on line banking

2010-09-19T02:03:00.000-07:00

If you use your credit card or bank on line, please consider the following points: This report suggests that 99.4 percent of malware is aimed at Windows users If you use MS Windows, your computer may already be infected. You should not use an infected computer for financial transactions. Solution The club can supply what is termed a 'live CD' to enable safer financial transactions. The

Another scam to be aware of.

2010-09-02T13:46:00.001-07:00

This one promises money for filling in a customer satisfaction survey. Full explanation here

Connecting to the internet

2010-08-10T23:11:00.000-07:00

How do I connect to the internet? Mobile broadband is available from 3, T-mobile and vodafone, prices and network coverage vary. Before you sign up, try and arrange a 'grace' period so that you can return the equipment if it does not work in your area. The modem is usually locked, so that you can not use it with a sim card from another provider. This is a good solution if you move around a lot,

Stay safe on line

2010-08-08T07:17:00.000-07:00

(1) Do not search all over the 'web for the cheapest price and then buy without checking the seller first. Where are they, do they have contact details, can you telephone them, are they a registered company. Dig out enough detail to make yourself confident. (2) Do not enter your credit card details unless you are absolutely certain who you are giving them to. Websites can easily be 'cloned'.

Guarantee

2010-08-07T06:55:00.000-07:00

Club members can upgrade their machine each year. Club members can replace their machine for any reason under our no quibble guarantee. Backup If a machine is replaced, work would be lost if it had not been backed up. Backup can take many forms. For example, you may keep your photographs on Flickr or Picasa, you may keep your music on an ipod, you make keep your files in Dropbox or MS

Online Subscription

2010-08-05T22:00:00.000-07:00

Subscriptions All payments are made to PC Recycler Ltd. The club owner/operator. If you would prefer to pay by standing order, please telephone 01253 293258. Subscriptions are not refundable Please read the club rules and costs before signing up. By signing up, you are agreeing to abide by the club rules and regulations. Computer club subscriptions can be paid monthly or yearly, by

UPS and the virus

2010-02-17T01:44:00.000-08:00

You receive an email supposedly from UPS which says 'we tried to deliver a parcel while you were out, click here to rearrange delivery or collection'. If you click the link, your machine starts up a fake virus scan showing numerous infections, and becomes unusable. We have had 3 infected machines in this month already.

Meeting room

2010-02-01T07:06:00.000-08:00

This is the meeting room for the Blackpool computer club, and the Blackpool Linux user group. Notice the small library and collection of old (8 bit) computers at the back of the room. The LUG meets every Saturday between 10-12(excluding school holidays)The room is available to paying computer club members all week between 10-2(excluding school holidays).

Security Essentials

2010-01-05T12:15:00.000-08:00

Is your anti virus program slowing your computer? Asking for money when it is supposed to be free? or not updating automatically when it supposed to? If any of these apply, try Microsoft Security Essentials, which is a free download, and once installed it is updated automatically with windows updates. Get it free from microsoft, here:-www.microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/

Connecting to the internet

2009-10-25T02:27:00.000-07:00

How do I connect to the internet Update Oct 09:- A club member has just obtained a mobile broadband package (18 month contract) from Orange at £5 month with free dongleMobile broadband is available from 3, T-mobile and vodafone, prices and network coverage vary. Before you sign up, try and arrange a 'grace' period so that you can return the equipment if it does not work in your area. The modem is

Testimonials

2009-10-03T07:44:00.000-07:00

Testimonials can be sent in by letter or email, and will be added by the site administrator. Testimonials can also be added as comments on this page. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ September 2011- Hi Mike - I had a lump in my throat when I saw Frank's email waiting for me