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  1. Automatic resolution policy for an offline file synchronization conflict does not work if the "keep

    Fixes a synchronization conflict that occurs when you use the "keep all changes" setting in Windows Vista or in Windows Server 2008. More...
  2. Windows 8 Windows 8 RTM build 8518 screenshots appear

    This is an article over at Neowin.net and is worth a look... Reference: Windows 8 RTM build 8518 screenshots appear - Neowin
  3. Windows 8 Now you see it.... Now you don't

    Seems there may still yet be some things going on with the UI prior to RTM. One can only hope. SOURCE: How Microsoft can salvage Windows 8 before it's too late | ZDNet An interesting read on what might be wrong with Windows 8 and might be done to address it. Nice, brief synopsis.
  4. VIDEO You are invited to our Team Meeting on Skype! Yes, you who are reading this!

    Our meeting has concluded! Here is the final video If you hold a membership on Windows7Forums.com or Windows8Forums.com, you are welcome to join our team meeting to discuss the next changes to our website and what you would like to see on the website. This meeting will be podcast and recorded...
  5. The default dynamic port range for TCP/IP has changed in Windows Vista and in Windows Server 2008

    Describes the changes to the default dynamic port range for TCP/IP in Windows Vista and in Windows Server 2008. Also describes commands that you can use to modify or show the dynamic port range for TCP/IP ports. More...
  6. Forum Code Upgrade

    Windows 7 Forums and Windows 8 Forums have been upgraded to vBulletin 4.2 Beta. Many changes have been included to user profiles and internally. We are working to notate most of the changes and keep you apprised of the situation. Enjoy, as we continue to provide you with the best possible forum...
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 does not save changes

    My computer is running windows 7 ultimate. From the last few days I have noticed that my computer does not save changes before shutdown or restart. Take for example you have placed the recycle bin folder on top-left corner of the desktop which was earlier placed on the bottom-right corner. Then...
  8. VIDEO Windows 8 Changes

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  9. A Visual History of Windows 7 Forums

    Over the course of many years, our website started from early beginnings. Once known as Windows Vista Forums (winvistaforums.com), the website spent almost three years counting down to the release of Microsoft Windows Vista. Several years later, that site acquired Windows7Forums.com, and over...
  10. Windows 8 Building Windows 8 Blog detailing some upcoming changes

    The latest Link Removeddetails some upcoming changes to the customization of the Win 8 Metro Screen. Worth reading. MS is listening to users comments.
  11. Guided Help: Customize the notification area in Windows 7

    Describes the changes on the notification area in Windows 7. More...
  12. Microsoft Security Advisory (967940): Update for Windows Autorun - Version: 2.1

    Revision Note: V2.1 (February 22, 2011): Summary revised to notify users of a change in the deployment logic for updates described in this advisory. This change is intended to minimize the user interaction required to install the updates on systems configured for automatic updating...
  13. Comparing Microsoft’s Windows 8 teams to its Windows 7 teams

    Microsoft has revealed the list of 35 teams that are working on Windows 8. We compare it to the list of 25 teams that worked on Windows 7 to see how things have changed. More...
  14. August 2011 cumulative time zone update for Windows operating systems

    The update that this article describes changes the time zone data to accommodate daylight saving time (DST) changes in several countries. This update also includes other DST-related changes, time zone-related changes, and settings-related changes. Some... More...
  15. Welcome zigzag3143, Sonny, nmsuk, and Elmer!

    Please give a warm welcome to the new members of the Windows 7 Forums Team. These four individuals have volunteered their time to assist the website during this great time of change and transition. We are happy to have them aboard. Over the next coming weeks, their performance will be evaluated...
  16. Project Cerberus

    Project Cerberus is currently under testing. Please watch out for unexpected changes. Thank you. (More information will be discussed about this project if it actually works this time)
  17. See Windows 8 Interface In Action

    Whether you use your PC for gaming or just surfing the web, this is the shape of things to come. An interesting video blog cropped up this week from Microsoft that should be of interest to anyone in the gaming crowd, given the amount of time most of us spend on a computer for one reason or...
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    Windows 7 Icons on desktop have changed from programs pictures to little squares

    I have a Dell Inspiron with Intel Core I5. After Microsoft installed some updates, all the program and file shortcuts changes to a little square with dots. The same thing happens with shortcuts pinned to the taskbar. How can I get the pictures back? The computer ran a system back-up after...
  19. Early Windows 8 build leaks to web

    Screenshots: It was inevitable, really. An early Windows 8 build has leaked to the web, and though it's early days, some changes are afoot. Source: Yahoo! News
  20. VIDEO Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Review

    In this video, Windows 7 Forums' Joe Stackhouse and Mike Fara review the changes in Windows 7 Service Pack (SP1).