Graham & Brenda

Just used it successfully to watch a half hour prog. Started slow so disconnected & reconnected then OK. Download speed is v slow though when checked with Speedtest.

There are other posts about PAYG 'phones but, basically, the cheapest for low users are Leclerc @ €1.50 per month or Lebara (no standing charge). All the others have time limited top ups.

Thanks. Having done the above, if I download a program, using Expat shield, then re-boot (to simulate coming back to watch my download later) I can only watch the program if I am not online. If I do not disconnect from the router, iplayer desktop gives me an error message - and wipes the download from my hard drive. Is this the same for everyone else who is saving, rather than just watching programs live?

Thanks

How do I disable the "default report back configuration" please?

working for me

Yes, I have the latest version. Once downloaded it will only play back if I'm connected through Expat - which defeats the object as I could just watch it online. I have tried downloading a program from the last 2 or 3 days list as a WMV file (this option isn't offered when I search for an older file). When I first play it , it "searches" for online authentication and won't play unless I'm connected to Expat; I am so grateful to the OP for the link and am enjoying watching programs we have missed but am so frustrated not being able to save and playback files. Can anyone suggest where I am going wrong please? it is the same on my netbook (XP), Laptop (Win7) and PC5XP) - all connected through a Netgear router. Thanks,

I can watch a missed program but if I download it using the iplayer desktop, after closing my PC & coming back later to watch the program it says there is a download error and wipes the file. Any ideas on how to fix this please (Using Win XP & Firefox)

I used Assureland.com, having used it previously for house insurance quotes. I didn't find it as easy to use for healthcare but, from memory, I think they did come up with "known" providers. However, I followed it up with a visit to the broker as it is so much easier to discuss face to face.

Why not get a quote from another provider? I just changed and saved €36 pm for similar cover.

Can you keep your existing 'phone number? I had a quick look on the Lebara website & couldn't see anything.

I don't think that there is any "ploy". I hadn't used my a/c for some time and they asked for updated security details, which I sent & then the a/c could be used again.

Give them a ring and ask what the problem is. On the couple of occasions I've needed to ring I have found them helpful

In case you want to translate any more terms, try this link. http://www.wordreference.com/fren/

Yes CA, you can get through Angouleme OK - at the moment, although there are plans afoot for a "busway". This will keep the Greens happy but probably kill off the town centre if others are like me and prefer to put shopping in the car and not to have to carry it round all day, getting arms like a gorilla.

Had a very pleasant lunch there today, 3 courses & a glass of wine €12. Sat outside, overlooking the river - used the free book swap for English books too. Cash or cheque only, no cards.

Just testing to see who was awake![:D]

0845 604 6345 or 0033 845 604 6345 from France.

If you do choose Leclerc and your handset is not suitable, theirs start at €27.90

Our Tresorie only gives a receipt if you pay in cash, not for a cheque. (They might if you ask but it could just make it easier).

The contact address quoted on our bill is EDF SERVICE CLIENTS TSA 90002 93733 BOBIGNY CEDEX 9 Perhaps someone who lives nearer to you can say if theirs is the same.

I believe that it is due to open on July 10th

If the ph is too low it should be corrected - full stop.

If you are using LBP online it updates overnight, so I don't think you will see today's credits until tomorrow. I am not 100% sure but I don't think you will see Friday's credits until Tuesday morning.

Titre de Sejour is what they are now called.