Namecheap Coupon Codes?

Q: Do you have coupon codes I can use with NameCheap? Either for hosting or for buying domain names?

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Know My Credit Score For Free?

Q: Is there a way to get my credit score for free?

A: I know only of getting your credit reports for free. But you can get a rough idea of what you credit score is by using FICO® Score Estimator, which is a free online tool for calculating your credit score.

How do I get a free credit report?

Q: I know from the news that we can get free credit reports, but every time I click on ads for free credit reports I see online, they ask for a credit card. Is that a legitimate request? If the credit report is free, why do they need a credit card?

A: You don't need to hand over a credit card number to get a free credit report! The official site for getting the free annual reports we're entitled to under the law is www.AnnualCreditReport.com.

Again, you do NOT need to give your credit-card number for this. If you're asked for one, then it's an outfit that probably wants to sign you up for credit-monitoring service. Not worth it.

There are three credit bureaus, each of which will provide you with a free report every year through this central website. If you request one report from a different bureau every four months, you can monitor your credit file yourself.

How's the weather in Los Angeles?

Q: How's the weather in Los Angeles?

A: Great, thanks. For up-to-the-minute weather information, visit weather.com. (Prepare for pop-ups if you don't have a blocker.)

How do I use Flash with Firefox?

Q: I downloaded Firefox just like you suggested. But now when I visit a Flash site, I'm asked for the Flash plug-in. Why is it complicated?

A: What's complicated about it? Get the plug-in when it prompts you. It takes just a few seconds, then you're on your way.

How do I remove malware?

Q: How can I tell if I have spyware and how do I get rid of it?

A: I personally use Spybot Search and Destroy, which you can download and use for free. But it's not enough protection from all the bad guys out there in cyberspace who want to take over your computer.

Use an anti-virus program and regularly update it and scan your system. And keep that firewall up when connecting to the internet!

Where can I get discount coupon codes?

Q: Is there a site like RetailMeNot where you can go for discount coupon codes but is easier to look at and go through? RetailMeNot gives me a headache!

A: Bargainist.com has deals, sales, coupon and freebies. And, yes, its interface is more eye-friendly.

Where's the website for getting a live person?

Q: I remember seeing on TV about a website that lists the phone numbers for getting through to a live customer agent when making calls to your credit-card or cell-phone company. What's the address for that site?

A: You're probably referring to GetHuman.com. They provide the steps and/or extension numbers you can use to reach a real person when you have an inquiry or complaint to direct to a store, government office or company — insurance, internet, credit card, banks...

Where can I get free images?

Q: Where can I go for free photos and clip art?

A: There are countless websites where you can get stock photos and clip art for free.

• Clip Art Collection
  
• MyFreeClipArt.com
  
• Absolute Web Graphics Archive - be prepared for pop-ups
  

How do I use websites without registering?

Q: Is there any way around those subscription-only websites that ask you to register before they let you read their stuff?

A: Head over to BugMeNot.com and type in the url of the website you want to visit. They usually have a list of account names and passwords you can use for popular websites like The Washington Post and YouTube.

Where can I print crossword puzzles?

Q: I've googled for free crossword puzzles, but the sites are all cluttered and I have to do the puzzles on the screen. I'd really rather do them on paper with pen. Do you know of a site where I can print out the puzzles?

A: Stan Newman's Crossword Land. There's a link below the Java crossword puzzle for a pdf version of it.

Where can I find concert dates on the web?

Q: Where can I find concert dates on the web?

A: It's at the top of the google results! Pollstar -- The Concert Hotwire. Be prepared for pop-ups.

How do I get rid of link rot?

Q: Is there a faster way of checking dead links on my website aside from manually clicking on each link?

A: You can perform a free online link check using the W3C Link Checker utility.

Can I use FTP with Firefox?

Q: I type ftp.nameofsite.com into the Firefox address bar but it doesn't work like in Internet Explorer. Can't I use FTP with Firefox?

A: Get the FireFTP extension. Go here, download it and close your browser. The next time you use Firefox, look under Tools. See the seahorse icon? Click and you're ready to transfer files via FTP. The interface is so simple I don't even need to explain it.

Where can I buy the Aibo?

Q: Is it true that the Aibo has been discontinued? Where can I get a brand-new one?

A: Sony discontinued producing this robotic dog back in January 2006. Try E-bay.

Where can I have my fortunes told for free?

Q: Is there a site where I could have my fortunes told for free?

A: Love? Romance? Financial Success? What does YOUR future hold? The Magic Coffee Mug knows all and tells all!

Where can I safely download software?

Q: When I use a search engine to look for free programs, I get a lot of results but I have no idea which are safe to download and which are just going to infect my computer. How do I tell which is which?

A: Go to download.com and do your search there. The programs they feature have been reviewed by cnet and/or by users like you and me. Many are free and those that are not usually offer a free trial period.

How do I save pictures off a website?

Q: I sometimes see a picture on a website that I want to save. How do I do that?

A: You right-click on it. Press the right button on your mouse. Choices will appear -- pick Save... If nothing happens, then the site's owner has disabled right-clicking -- he doesn't want you to steal his pictures!