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Norton Driver Updater Review - Geekzone
WEBNorton Driver Updater is very unintrusive and almost invisible, running in the background and giving you a heads-up if a new driver version becomes available. It is also very easy to use, with a minimalist user interface. In terms of cost, it is NZ$ 79.99/year for up to ten Windows PCs. I think it could have a second tier at half-price for five ...
PS5 Pro confirmed
WEBSep 11, 2024 · eracode: There's conflicting info on the internet as to whether the Slim disc drive is compatible with Pro - or whether the Pro drive is a new and different model. Edit: Just saw this PS blog which says: ' PS5 Pro is available as a disc-less console, with the option to purchase the currently available Disc Drive for PS5 separately.'.
Yet another HG659 replacement scenario - help please - Geekzone
WEBSep 4, 2024 · Looking to replace an old HG659 - that now needs rebooting every 3-4 days. I believe it's also at/over its device limit (see below). Currently on Skinny unlimited fibre 300 - which works OK for us. (a) Device sits (beside Ont) at one end of a new 12x20m long timber-frame/gib house. WiFi performance is currently poor/inadequate at the far end ...
General forums - Geekzone
WEB5 days ago · IT Pros and developers can use this forum to discuss topics related to small, medium and large businesses ICT. You can use this forum to discuss laptops and portable computers. Please use this sub-forum to discuss self-hosting options. The Geekzone forums are the busiest technology community in New Zealand.
Moving power providers - Geekzone
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Loyalty offer: New Sky box for free - Worth it to change? - Geekzone
WEBNov 18, 2023 · HaggisKiwi. After holding off on the initial offer (knowing from buried in their FAQ that it was held open for after the email cutoff date) we got a loyalty offer yesterday stating "The new Sky Box is on us!". Given it's been a few months since introduction, and there's been plenty of negative feedback with the new box, has it settled down and ...
Adjustable Bed Experiences?
WEBSep 7, 2024 · 20030 posts. Uber Geek. Trusted. Lifetime subscriber. #3279789 7-Sep-2024 21:30. I've found with a couple of memory foam beds, not tempur but two different ones decent quality memory foam, they wear out and need to be replaced more quickly than with a normal bed. They compact where you sleep.
Technologically challenged... issues with 2 degrees Fiber network
WEBSep 6, 2024 · Doesn't directly help the Wifi. Option #2: As suggested elsewhere, move the Orbi to another room - your office. Plug from the Chorus ONT to the patch panel port for your office. Plug from the office ethernet port to the Orbi. Plug your computer into one of the 3 LAN ports on the back of the Orbi.
Time to move to a different ISP or stay?
WEBSep 23, 2024 · MaxineN. Wow, there is a vast difference then in terms of the rates offered within Auckland. We are in Hobsonville, low user is 90 cents per day, and 30 cents per kWh. Time to scare you. I pay 17.11 cents per KwH with a daily charge of 59.10 cents before GST. In Christchurch and so far my power company has yet to try and raise my rates.