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  1. alap4m

    Telegram may get banned in India.

    Those seeking to obtain content of questionable legality, and "much worse stuff", have MANY platforms and ways. They aren't restricted to Telegram. Platforms like Signal and Matrix too fall in this category. Is anyone going after them? And then there are Millions of websites for such purposes...
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    CPU/Mobo Where does one get a CPU for Mini PCs

    Thumbs Up. Just wanted to know, do you have a spare CPU to install in this Mini PC. If not, did you purchase or procure the same? How does one even get hold of a CPU for such systems?
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    Telegram may get banned in India.

    Perhaps Telegram is now in the bullseye because of its simplicity and popularity... And NOT because it "lacks content moderation and censorship rules". Anyone can join. Anonymity exists. Thousands can be part of a group. Then comes the legally questionable content and its easy and quick...
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    Good low wattage PSU.

    Adjusted for inflation, this PSU would theoretically cost close to INR 10000. However, Tech Industry prices do not strictly follow the principles of Inflation. This is because as technology improves, miniaturization occurs, and mass-production takes place, prices either remain stable or rise...
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    New Subsea Cable Routes

    One of the biggest causes of latency, lag, and jitter is the last-mile connectivity offered by Local agencies. Additionally, Routing in India is horrendous. These two reasons cause a lot of trouble.
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    Telegram may get banned in India.

    Never mentioned Durov anywhere. However, now that you have mentioned him, why was he arrested? Why did he travel to France when he was aware the country would arrest him? Nearly every Tech Company, Software Billionaire, and popular Apps have privacy issues. Remember Cambridge Analytica? Was Mark...
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    Linux [Solved] Cannot login to Mint Os.

    This could most likely be a Keyboard issue. The connector cable appears to be misaligned. Assuming you did not misalign the cable, try using some good cleaning liquid and make a good connection. One of the keys on the keyboard could be stuck as well. Try to clean the keyboard. Press each key...
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    Telegram may get banned in India.

    How interesting, right? WhatsApp too is encrypted. But the Indian Government is not questioning Meta, because everybody is earning well by harvesting and selling user data. Telegram, on the other hand, is a "security concern" because it refuses to toe the line. Governments want total control...
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    Storage Solutions Cheap secondary SSD buying advice

    If cost factor was not a factor, OP wouldn't have been asking this question in the first place AND mentioning cheap or budget brand names. That's why SSDs aren't suitable for storage. The humble HDD still wins in the Price Per GB category. And finally, the OP still hasn't mentioned WHY an SSD...
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    Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit

    An older thread, but did anyone find out WHY the OP needed Windows 7 Ultimate? There could be a truly edge-case scenario where only Win7 is needed and nothing beyond Win7 will work. Interesting to know the dire need, especially when Win8, win8.1, and Win10 have been succeeded by Windows 11.
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    Storage Solutions Cheap secondary SSD buying advice

    True, that's why it is important to know the actual purpose of a Secondary Drive. If used for gaming, these cheap SSDs could also work. If they decide to die, it would be easier to replace them, reinstall, log on, and continue playing.
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    Android Futo keyboard

    Just one question: Any idea why the need to download this from its own website? Here's the Google Play listing: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.futo.inputmethod.latin.playstore
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    Laptops GPU repair

    This could be Power-Supply issue. It is likely the AC-To-DC power supply is faltering. Hence, the Laptop could be defaulting to minimal Core Clocks. Stop using the laptop, and get a spare Power Supply. Alternatively, take the laptop to a repair person and they will check if another power supply...
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    Storage Solutions Cheap secondary SSD buying advice

    SSDs are usually good as Boot drives. They are NOT suitable for storage. Hence, the purpose itself is confusing. Better get a good HDD with 7400rpm. It should serve well as a Secondary Drive.
  15. alap4m

    Storage Solutions Cheap secondary SSD buying advice

    Secondary Drive? What's the purpose of an SSD as a Secondary Drive? Do you need an SSD for quick storage and retrieval? Nearly EVERY SSD Brand you mentioned sources SSD in bulk and slaps their label on the same. As for warranty, it is only on paper. SSD failure is usually difficult to claim a...
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    Solo Microwave recommendations

    OP could do well with selecting a 30L Solo Microwave. Strangely, there are none to be found on Amazon and Flipkart. However, 30L or 32L offer more than adequate space for large microwave-safe bowls. Avoid Convection. Indian households have LPG connections. And electricity is expensive. Hence...
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    15-20K Need phone under 20K, regular to heavy usage.

    This thread abruptly ends with no conclusion. @Clarkdale44 please update this thread and confirm which smartphone you finally acquired with a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack.
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    0-10K Good Insurance Provider

    Yes, that's usually the case in India. For the longest time, insurance on Electronics, and particularly Smartphones, has been a nightmare. ANY problem with the internal component, the straightaway answer is "Motherboard Fault". Screen Damaged? Not Covered under Policy. Although experience may...
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    15-20K In 15~20k, is there any 5G dual sim phone with a dedicated SD card slot?

    If you must insert a Micro SD Card in a Daul SIM Phone, one of the options is to use External SIM Card module (SIM Adapter). These allow you to insert Micro SD Card and second SIM also. The only requirement is that you have to use a good phone case to hide and protect the adapter...
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    15-20K Spoiled by Poco F1 - looking for a 5G alternative

    @theagilecoder do update which smartphone you finally decided to replace your trusty POCO F1 with. I assume the budget may have been between INR 23K to 33K.