Is there anything I can do with this?

[dan_bo]

I've got an older compaq (yeah I know) compaq EVO 1015V laptop that will randomly shut off, and then complain on reboot that it's got some file or other missing. I've formatted and reloaded XP. Anything else I can try before I tip it?

 

[bonj2]

if you've reformatted it with a non-pirate copy of XP using a non-pirate license key and did a full format in the process and it still does it then it's fuct.
Might still be worth getting in touch with seller/manufacturer.

 

[jaynemum5]

hi bonij just sent you a pm
how are you today
jayne

 

[jaynemum5]

sorry mis typed your name

 

[dan_bo]

'ere bonj has your Mam just followed you onto the forum?

 

[redjedi]

'ere bonj has your Mam just followed you onto the forum?

I hope not, because if Jayne is a mum of 5 then there will be 4 more Bonjs running around

Back on topic....

You could try installing Ubuntu. It's a lot smaller than Windows and will run faster. It is free to use and gets regular updates.
You also won't need to worry about internet security.

It takes a little longer to get everything setup and not everything will work with Linux yet but still a very usable system.

I've been a first time user since December and I'm now very happy with and don't miss windows one bit.

 

[dan_bo]

^^^cheers. Might try that. No disrespect intended by the way, Jaynemum5, it just looked funny.

 

[yenrod]

Maybe the hardrive's fornicated