How do I know if my buyer is a really a scammer?
Ok soo....I'm on ebay selling my used laptop and the bid ended today.. But I've got a man from spain who says he wants to give me $3000 for my hp compaq (used) and paypal has said that they have received the money. Obviously, it's on hold until i send the tracking number but I wanted to know if I should really send the laptop or is this a scam? What do you think?
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Answer 1 :
Hello.Usually,Paypal makes sure the item is paid for up front.So if they said it's paid for-it could be.What you should do is speak with them again and have them give you some kind of Proof the money is there.Just in case,their no.is 1(888)221.1161 You may have had the number already but you still need to call them and get some kind of proof that the laptop is paid for.Best of luck to ya,Hope this helps.
Answer 2 :
Check your paypal account. Do you see the money on hold or not? Yes, Paypal often hits sellers with a 21-day hold, but it does hide the money. It just freezes it. * Spain is a known fraud country with scam problems. * Paypal doesn't send emails asking you send proof that the item has been sent to a non-paypal address. By the way, let's say the money is in the account. You ship and then the buyer says they didn't authorize the purchase. Paypal would reverse it. You should NEVER send an expensive item outside the US/CANADA and the UK.
Answer 3 :
Scammer. THere are too many ways to deceive PayPal. It happens all the time. And PayPal won't take the "hit". You will. Use the Craigslist approach for expensive items. Accept only cash and meet in person. Even if you have to sell it for less money. Get the cash in your hand. The "Spain" buyer is the key to the scam. They will always pay any price you ask. Since they have no intention of paying you a penny
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Saturday, August 28, 2010
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Will I have Internet on an international flight
Will I have Internet on an international flight?
I am going on an 11 hour flight to Spain tommorow night and I'm planning on bringing my laptop to use on the flight. I thought I wouldn't have Internet because I will be on a plane, but I was told my someone on here that there may actually be Internet on the flight because it is international. Is this true? Thanks!
Air Travel - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
That completely depends on their airline and the type of aircraft...
Answer 2 :
Check the airlines website. Delta was offering free wifi over christmas on some flights but now they are charging for it. Sometimes you won't know until you get there because only some planes have been equipped for internet. The internet on the delta flights was a little slow but still was nice to have.
Answer 3 :
No. Take a book.
Answer 4 :
Most likely, no. Lufthansa is testing an over-water internet system but you are not traveling to Germany. The current system used by US carriers is called Gogo. Gogo uses modified cell phone towers to direct internet signals toward the sky. It currently works only within the continental US and within 100 miles of the border
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I am going on an 11 hour flight to Spain tommorow night and I'm planning on bringing my laptop to use on the flight. I thought I wouldn't have Internet because I will be on a plane, but I was told my someone on here that there may actually be Internet on the flight because it is international. Is this true? Thanks!
Air Travel - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
That completely depends on their airline and the type of aircraft...
Answer 2 :
Check the airlines website. Delta was offering free wifi over christmas on some flights but now they are charging for it. Sometimes you won't know until you get there because only some planes have been equipped for internet. The internet on the delta flights was a little slow but still was nice to have.
Answer 3 :
No. Take a book.
Answer 4 :
Most likely, no. Lufthansa is testing an over-water internet system but you are not traveling to Germany. The current system used by US carriers is called Gogo. Gogo uses modified cell phone towers to direct internet signals toward the sky. It currently works only within the continental US and within 100 miles of the border
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Saturday, August 14, 2010
How do I change the language on vista from spanish to english
How do I change the language on vista from spanish to english?
I have a hp laptop and when i bought it from Spain... this windows vista is in spanish. I want to change the language to english. How may I do this? What settings to do? thanks for help
Software - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
in control panel go to clock, language,region
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I have a hp laptop and when i bought it from Spain... this windows vista is in spanish. I want to change the language to english. How may I do this? What settings to do? thanks for help
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in control panel go to clock, language,region
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Saturday, August 7, 2010
Should I bring my laptop when traveling from Houston to Spain
Should I bring my laptop when traveling from Houston to Spain?
I cant decide whether or not to bring it.. I already will have movies on my ipod and psp.. Im going on a school trip so I wil be busy most of the time in spain. Im worried about it getting broken or even stolen in the hotel..and plus id have to take along the charger and everything...is there any other thing i may need it for? I mean its not like I can catch internet in the air... ill be able to get on my iphones internet at the airport.. i dont know what i should do
Packing & Preparation - 1 Answers
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It's not essential but could be nice to have. For most people, using a laptop to access the internet is better than using a phone. In the USA there are coffee shops and other business everywhere that offer free wireless internet - but you need your own computer. Internet cafes are much more common in Europe than in the USA and the cafes have computers you can use for a small fee. You can also usually use them for checking the digital photos you might take on the trip. your hotel may have a "Business Center" with Internet-conneced computers you can use for a fee (ask), Finding out if the hotel offers Internet for guests may help you decide. If it doesn't there is little reason to take the laptop. if it does, make sure you know how much it costs, if it's wireless or hard-wire, and where it's available. Some hotels that advertise Internet only offer it in the lobby and not the rooms. Most electronics (like your PSP and almost certainly your laptop) accept any voltage and all you need is a plug adapter. look on the power supply - it will say something like "Input 100v - 240v" if it accepts any voltage. Plug adapters are sold at electronics stores like BestBuy & Radio Shack, and often at luggage shops. Make sure the adapter fits the plugs before leaving home - luggage shops usually only sell adapters to fit 2-prong USA plugs, but your laptop almost certainly has a 3-prong plug. You may also want to get a combination adapter & surge protector. Below is an example, but i got mine at BestBuy: http://studenttravel.about.com/od/techtoys/gr/electricadapter.htm
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I cant decide whether or not to bring it.. I already will have movies on my ipod and psp.. Im going on a school trip so I wil be busy most of the time in spain. Im worried about it getting broken or even stolen in the hotel..and plus id have to take along the charger and everything...is there any other thing i may need it for? I mean its not like I can catch internet in the air... ill be able to get on my iphones internet at the airport.. i dont know what i should do
Packing & Preparation - 1 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
It's not essential but could be nice to have. For most people, using a laptop to access the internet is better than using a phone. In the USA there are coffee shops and other business everywhere that offer free wireless internet - but you need your own computer. Internet cafes are much more common in Europe than in the USA and the cafes have computers you can use for a small fee. You can also usually use them for checking the digital photos you might take on the trip. your hotel may have a "Business Center" with Internet-conneced computers you can use for a fee (ask), Finding out if the hotel offers Internet for guests may help you decide. If it doesn't there is little reason to take the laptop. if it does, make sure you know how much it costs, if it's wireless or hard-wire, and where it's available. Some hotels that advertise Internet only offer it in the lobby and not the rooms. Most electronics (like your PSP and almost certainly your laptop) accept any voltage and all you need is a plug adapter. look on the power supply - it will say something like "Input 100v - 240v" if it accepts any voltage. Plug adapters are sold at electronics stores like BestBuy & Radio Shack, and often at luggage shops. Make sure the adapter fits the plugs before leaving home - luggage shops usually only sell adapters to fit 2-prong USA plugs, but your laptop almost certainly has a 3-prong plug. You may also want to get a combination adapter & surge protector. Below is an example, but i got mine at BestBuy: http://studenttravel.about.com/od/techtoys/gr/electricadapter.htm
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