FAQ

 

General Questions
   

I am interested in one of your names how do I find out more?

Can I request your information?

How do I make a donation?

Can I pass on information to friends and family?
 
 
Website Issues
 

I keep getting a 404 error - page cannot be found

Why do I need to register?

Why do you need my e-mail address?

Will I get spam if I give you my e-mail address?

I've lost my username or password
I registered but I cannot login

How do I start a post?

How do I comment?
A post is asking for a password - why?
   
 
Download Problems
 

How do I download?

The file is taking to long time to download

Download keeps stopping!

I cannot open the file

How do I view my data?
The file is too big


I cannot open the compressed files
   

Misc
 

I cannot find a question relating to my problem on your FAQ - what do I do?

 

 

 
 

General Questions

I am interested in one of your names how do I find out more?
  Please click on "One Name Studies on the top menu and post under the relevant area
 
Can I request your information?
  Yes you can, click on contact us.
 
How do I make a donation?
  Simply by clicking on the "Donate" button on any of the pages and following the simple instructions
 
Can I pass on information to friends and family?
  We accept that you may wish to share this information with your family but if you would like to publish it please contact us to obtain permission.
 
Why do you only accept Paypal?
  PayPal is the largest and most respected online payment processor on the Internet which specializes in processing online credit card transactions, with well over 8 million users. Paypal also offers you a Buyer Protection Guarantee service entitled to a refund if you do not receive the goods from a Verified Seller. Further information can be found on this by clicking here
 
 

Web Site Issues

I keep getting a 404 error - page cannot be found
  Due to a large volume of users logging in to this website you may experience a slowdown in server response times and this can result in an error message in displaying your page. We recommend you try again later and if you still get the same problem to contact the webmaster valace@hotmail.co.uk
 
Why do I need to register?
  This is because it helps stop "Spambots". Spambots are automated programs designed to find forums and blogs, disseminate spam, and leave.
 
Why do you need my e-mail address?
  This is so we can send your username and password should you forget.
NOTE: Your email address is not publicly accessible and is hidden inside the website forum.
 
Will I get spam if I give you my e-mail address?
  Not from us. We have a strict no-spam policy and your e-mail address will not be given out to anyone unless you have requested to be put in touch with anyone else who is connected to your research family
 
I've lost my username or password
  Don’t panic! Your password can be easly retrieved. Click on "One Name Studies" page on the top menu, now select "Lost your password" in the middle right hand side menu and following the instructions
 
I registered but I cannot login
  Check your username and password is correct and that your Cap Lock is not on, if you have done this then please contact the webmaster Valace@hotmail.co.uk
 
How do I start a post?
  After you login simply click on "Dashboard" on the right hand menu, then select "Add New" under the "Posts" menu on the left and fill in the form like a email.
NOTE: Please make sure you post in the correct category area by checking the relevant box in the bottom right hand side of the page.
 
How do I comment?
  Navigate the site under "One Name Studies" to you find a topic of interest and then click on the subject text or the "No Comments" text. This will display a short text box for you to comment in.
 
A post is asking for a password - why?
  This is for security reason when someone has requested a file
 
 

Download Problems

How do I download my data?
  Once you have been told your file is ready for you to download you will be sent the website address where the file is located. You will also have been given a password which you will need in order to access your file. Once you have accessed the file click on the download link. Please note all your files will be compressed into one folder and if you do not have software on your computer to unzip the file you will need to download a suitable programme. There is a free download link to Winzip (ZIP) on the following question "I cannot open the file" and which will be suitable.
 
The file is taking a long time to download
  This can depend on how busy the web site severs are but you can do the following to help
1. Clear your cache and delete all your Temporary Files and History from your web Internet Explorer
2. Defrag your PC
3. Try restarting your computer and modem
4. Try installing a Windows care program to help on PC performace - Click Here for a free version
NOTE: I will only upload a max file size of 50mb above this and it will need a CD to be sent to you.
 
Download keeps stopping!
  This could be for many reasons such as your Internet Provider, your PC etc. I recommend you do the following:
1. Clear your cache and delete all your Temporary Files and History from your web Internet Explorer
2. Defrag your PC
3. Try restarting your computer and modem
4. Try installing a Windows care program to help on PC performace - Click Here for a free version
NOTE: I'm sorry I can not give technical support on your PC or ISP
 
I cannot open the file
  This could be because you do not have the correct software installed on your computer. Here are some links;
- Adobe Reader (PDF)
- Word Viewer 2003 (DOC)
- Excel Viewer 2003 (EXL)
- Winzip (ZIP)
 
How do I view your data?
  I only use well known software such as PDF, MS Word and MS Excel should you need other programmes then use the links to download free:
- Adobe Reader (PDF)
- Word Viewer 2003 (DOC)
- Excel Viewer 2003 (EXL)
- Winzip (ZIP)
 
The file is to big!
  I will only upload a max size of 50MB anything over this is sent via CD or DVD
 
I cannot open the compressed file
  I usually have to send more than one file and they can often be rather large so I use a compression program, do not panic 90% of computers have this program or you can download it from Wipzip.com
 
 

Misc

I cannot find a question relating to my problem on your FAQ - what do I do?
  If you are unable to find an answer to your question from the list above then please contact the webmaster at the following address Valace@hotmail.co.uk - but please note you will not get a answer if your queston is already answered from the above.

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