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Dave, As you know, it does work! I can only assume that it thinks you are in an unsupported region. When I installed 10 I noticed that it had en-US and en-GB (USA and GB language) so I deleted the USA one, perhaps yours has a confusion of the two? It might be worth deleting the USA one, alternatively swap to USA settings and then install. All this is guesswork but it might give you some ideas. .... Good luck!

We had Antigua 1 in 2011. Luckily for us, we were able to have the roof open for most of the time and so didn't have problems with visibility whilst steering. To "improve the view" for those not driving we simply removed the seat cushion (leaving the flat wooden base) and stood the dining table stools on top, which provided high-level seating for all.

Polly, I think your guess is correct the home/student version you have does not include outlook. I have only just come back here, but see that others have had the same problems installing that I did. I too did the "install from Microsoft link" that deebee29 explained. I have only had a few hours to experiment, but it looks good so far!

Lori, As just mentioned, I think that most of the files are already downloaded on my PC and there are just under 6GB of them. There is obviously another "key" file to trigger the installation process. So the question is how long does it take your internet to download 6GB?

Dave, If you reserved a free upgrade you may already have it! To avoid straining their systems, MS have already sent out most of the new operating system files. If you set "View/Hidden items" then there is a file called C:\$Windows.~BT containing the upgrade. At some point MS will allow the installer to install Windows 10 from there. I know that's not really answering your question though. I would guess that the "release" will happen when they wake up in the USA.

Jill, Windows 8.1 is significantly "faster" than 7 on my old PC! I suppose it depends on exactly what the hardware configuration is. but personally I found it a great improvement in that respect and I hope that 10 will be better too! Polly, I am running Outlook on 8.1 with no problems. It is part of Office 365 Personal (and home).

From the Broom web site: http://www.broomboatingholidays.com/broom-bolero.php Broom Boating Holidays Ltd, Riverside, Brundall, Norfolk, United Kingdom NR13 5PX 01603 712334 holidays@broomboats.com .... Edit:Tangara beat me to it!

We keep on talking about the same things: Inconsiderate, irresponsible and thoughtless boat "drivers"! If people give way to sailing boats .... If people slow down for speed limits, moored boats, fishermen ... If people are proficient enough to avoid collisions but if a bump does occur: Stop and apologise ... And now we have loud-hailers: If used RESPONSIBLY there is no problem, and I can see that there may be occasions when their use might help. The problem that I think we all want to avoid is when the loud-hailers start to get used inappropriately.

Iain, As Charlie says: Turn it off and on again. I don't know much about your particular computer, but if the keyboard does not work after a re-boot then it sounds like a hardware problem. You still have the number keys in the row above the letters! If it IS a hardware problem you could buy a cheap USB keyboard and plug it in. I know it's an extra complication, but it will be an inexpensive solution.

I will second Polly's suggestion for the tea room at Ranworth Church. Better still: Buy some top-quality produce from the local supermarket or farm shop, Hire a cruiser for the day, Find a quiet spot on a broad or river bank and D.I.Y! I'm sure they will enjoy the cruise too.

... although no all wine available in pubs on the broads is German!

" ... plans to tax wind when used as a method of propulsion. As it can't be used for heating there will be no 60/40 split permitted, either." Paul, That sounds a tad unfair! Particularly given the amount of hot air available at some broads locations.

Congratulations Robin, A whole new era for the Captain's Blog!

Below the "a)" above, the "B bracket" has been transformed into a Smiley by the software processing these messages! ... QED!

The simple way to prove you are an idiot is to assume something! Two good examples that are applicable to the broads: a) Assume that you know what you are doing. Assume that someone else knows what they are doing. The results can be very similar!

I know people who believe that the solar powered vents are much better for minimising condensation in enclosed trailers. The difference with a boat is that you may be sitting in it whilst moored quietly somewhere, only to have that peace shattered by a continuous hum from a (cheap!) fan. make sure that you can turn it off!

Hello Pie, You will certainly find many people here with similar water-based interests. Welcome from me too!

For anyone that is interested, the programme is available at http://www.questtv.co.uk/video/salvage-hunters-3-episode-2/

Geriatric and the pacemaker? .... Status Quit? ... The (same) Old Faces? ... The Elderly Brothers? ....

Mark, Speaking from a position of no knowledge and no authority ... The ladders are safety equipment, so I would say they should never be covered. I suppose that if you have a swim ladder on the river side you could argue that you were providing the equivalent; but I wouldn't want to be the one at the inquest explaining why someone didn't get out of the water!

Milk and no sugar for me then please!

One more!

Robert, Welcome from me too! You are spoilt for choice with only Monday to Friday and the whole of the Northern broads to explore. People will have their own favourite places, but there really is a great deal to see and do. You mention Yarmouth, but with just a few days to explore I would not go past Acle in that direction because the scenery becomes a bit "flat" between them, you will find many fascinating places to explore if you just go for a meander around the broads and villages. The walks around How Hill and at Ranworth are interesting; and the Richardson's literature and web site contain many other suggestions (again as already mentioned by Alan). My advice would be to just go slowly and enjoy the new experiences. Even if you do not get as far as Coltishall (as David suggested) you will enjoy the trip to Wroxham. Be prepared to adapt you plans. Wander and relax. Have a good holiday!

We usually hire the bigger boats which are "past their prime" and therefore not quite as expensive as some. Consequently thrusters and other gizmo's are less common, but we feel that we have "failed" if we arrive with anything more than a gentle nudge when mooring. Usually (particularly at the end of a season) the boat has a number of scratches, scrapes and damaged trim when we pick it up, so I would feel obliged to take thorough photographic evidence of the "before" state so that we were not charged for that damage after the cruise if high deposits were held. Interestingly one time, an employee hailed us as we neared the yard upon return. He said that there were other boats following us and offered to expedite the mooring; stepping aboard, this he did by using lots of throttle and playing "dodgems" with other moored boats. I admit it was quick, but not what I would have done with a hired boat and certainly not what I would have done with my own! In fact, at the hand-over, when we are shown how to engage "forward" and "reverse" whilst still tied up, there is usually a surge and thump that makes me wince, although this is probably well within acceptable limits. Returning to the point: If we might be charged a large sum for damage we didn't do, how do we prove that we didn't do it? Another boat we picked up (from the normal stern-on mooring) had several huge scrapes on the bow (at fender level) which we didn't see until moored up elsewhere.

Cross posted with Jonzo. I agree with what he says, but desktop systems do not normally "hold" state using batteries like laptop systems do, so usually, if they are off for a while, then all circuitry has self-discharged anyway.