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  1. How to install Vista onto GPT partition

    I have a laptop with one main partition with Windows 10 and a second partition that I want to install Windows Vista on for testing purposes. I'd prefer 64-bit but 32-bit is fine if necessary. When I try to install Vista with an x64 SP2 disc, I get an error saying I cannot install due to the...
  2. Windows 10 bsod memory management when trying to install flight sim 2020

    when i try to install msfs when its installing the aircraft ,scenery and etc. i get the blue screen of death it says your pc ran in to a problem memory management from time to time i can only install the program from the Xbox app the 2 gb app from the store but not anything else Platform [PC]...
  3. VIDEO Envisioning a Simplified Intel Architecture

    The long life of Intel® Architecture has resulted in a rich software ecosystem with an enormous installed base that extends from PCs to the cloud to mobile and from embedded devices to supercomputers and beyond. Since its introduction over 20 years ago, the Intel® 64 architecture became the...
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    Windows 10 Howto disable Windows Defender periodic auto-scan

    hi, i hv search lotsa places on how could we disable this Windows 10 Defender periodic auto-scan. found an article online saying we could do that by disabling them in the Task Schedule - Microsoft - Windows - Windows Defender - Windows Defender Schedule Scan - Disabled, but it is not working and...
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    Windows 11 Win 11 update fails before I even begin!

    Hi all you technocrats I was hoping to update to Win 11 but my computer fails on the following points; Although there is a technical specifity to my questions, I hope it also opens up a more general discussion My computer details at bottom of page. 1) Processor is 3rd and not 8th generation or...
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    Image Composite Editor

    Wondering if, Image Composite Editor is freeware? The program is almost 10 years old. Seems Version 2 for the 64-bit operating system is no longer available while the 32-bit is available? Somewhat curious also? I have the 64-bit installation file and wondering if I can distribute it on my...
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    Hyper-V not running

    I have been using Hyper-V on a W-10 Pro 64b for four years, with two virtualized OS: a] Windows XP-SP3 b] Windows 10 Pro satisfactorily for testing, in a Lenovo laptop P70 (Xeon 2.8, 64GB RAM) with Windows 10 Pro. Just updated the OS a week ago to v:20H2 built 19042.685. Today the two virtual OS...
  8. Introducing x64 emulation in preview for Windows 10 on ARM PCs to the Windows Insider Program

    Today, we're releasing the first preview of x64 emulation for ARM64 devices to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel starting with the Build 21277. It can be installed on Windows 10 on ARM PCs by following the instructions as explained in this blog post. When we first launched Windows 10 on ARM in...
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    Windows 7 If I'm using Win7 in XP Emulation mode, can the software still see the extra memory?

    Dear Anyone. I prob. don't know what I'm talking about here, so feel free to tell me! I've got music composition software that was really designed for Windows XP 32-bit, but I'm used to it and want to try to keep on using it. Thing IS - it kept crashing when using posher instruments and I'm...
  10. Windows 10 Windows Spotlight Lock Screen failure

    Hi I really like Windows Spotlight lock screens, both for the beautiful images & the fact that you can zoom into where ever the featured location is. However, for some reason, setting Spotlight on the lock screen on my 64-bit Windows 10 PC (version 2004), keeps re-setting itself back to a fixed...
  11. "BlInitializeLibrary failed XXX" error when you install or start an operating system on a 64-bit UEFI-based computer

    Describes an issue in which you receive a "BlInitializeLibrary failed XXX" error message when you install or start an operating system on a 64-bit UEFI-based computer. Provides a workaround. Continue reading...
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    Windows Vista Correct ISO for Vista Business?

    I think I have downloaded the wrong windows vista iso, it seemed strange I had only installed 32bit when the laptop is 64, however upon finally geting internet access to it, it wont activate windows based on the registration key on the lable of the laptop. Is there anyway to get the proper iso...
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    Windows Vista Vista driver issue

    I installed vista onto a vista laptop using an iso I downloaded which was supposed to do vista 64 but for some reason it has installed 32 bit, anyway, I use the vista product key code stuck to the botttom of the laptop. I used the physical disconnect button for the wifi during install and it did...
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    Windows 8 32 driver in a 64 bit os

    Hi I'd like to have windows 8 loadup a 32 driver, can I do this? It seems running a 32 bit program in xp mode isn't working owing to the driver I want to load not working. Thanks again guys for your help. I tried to install it manually using the have disc option but it complains about the 32...
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    Windows 8 Windows updates not installing

    Hi.....this problem started a few weeks ago on my pc where on updating before shut down, it showed, "we couldn't complete updates; undoing changes". I went on to microsoft support and been through the following stages; 1. Ran the network troubleshooter 2. Ran the Windows Update troubleshooter...
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    How do I restart Marco or Firefox from the ctrl+F2 screen please?

    Dear All, I am using the latest Ubuntu 64 20.04. After several hours of playing video the firefox broswer crashes, the screen freezes, however I can still hear sound. I cant close it via alt+F2 however I can switch to the terminal screen on ctrl+alt+F2, what I want to test is either restarting...
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    Windows 10 Window 10 update has caused windows to not recognize one of two printers and I have to reboot computer to receive and send messages in Outlook

    My PC in running a 64 bit operating system with a 64 based processor. I am running Windows 10 1909 version. I have been having an issue with Outlook 2019 in that i need to reboot computer to get new emails? In addition, since the last update I am having an issue with my printers. I have an HP...
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    Windows 7 I need tips on buying a used Win 7 PC!

    I bought a used Win 7 PC off Ebay, but it turned out not to be useful, so I need some tips or shopping guidelines on what to look for. Mostly I need this PC to play online movies/TV shows, Youtube videos, etc., without buffering, freezing, or similar nonsense. Other than this, it will mostly be...
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    Windows 7 Waterfox browser for Win 7 Home Premium 32-bit?

    I keep getting conflicting info on whether or not this browser will run on 32-bit Win 7. One source claims it will run on any Win 7, then another site says it will only work on 64-bit Win 7. Anyone know for sure? I'd rather not clutter the registry by downloading a useless app I have to uninstall.
  20. Windows 7 Windows 7 Pro driver problem after Microsoft update package

    Windows 7pro 64 bit Intel Core i5-3210 CPU@2.50GHz in HP Probook 6570b laptop got update package. Now system notes: the use of driver has been prohibited because compatibility problem that causes instability. Contact driver manufacturer for correct update for this Windows version. Windows 7Pro...