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    Windows 8 Concerns About Unfamiliar RTF File and Word Document Encoding Issues in Windows 8.1

    Link Removed Link Removed Hello Win 8.1 I am going to upload attachments I found in; file explorer>click on the word Windows disc C: and this file is on the bottom of a list appears. I opened it to show the 2nd prtscn. When opened it looks like Revo was involved as well as Patch...
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    Windows 8 Debating the Upgrade: Is Windows 8.1 Worth It for a Happy Windows 8 User?

    I suppose I'm one of the rare souls who finds 8 very intuitive and easy to use. I don't have a smartphone, so I have no app habits to break. The common complaints I've encountered haven't been relevant to me, and after 9 months I find myself much more comfortable with 8 than any other operating...
  3. News

    Windows 7 Ping 182: Legos & Robots, Bing search, Xbox One Domain name, Kinect spy? | Ping!

    While Paul is off sewing his wild oats, we had the pleasure of being joined by Mark DeFalco. Enjoy! Link Removed Bing expands auto search The domain name battle Is your Kinect spying on you? Link Removed Link Removed
  4. pagroundhog

    I Have Two Concerns/Questions About This Forum

    Hello all, Concern #1 - Why is my Network Activity Indicator showing "consistent activity" ONLY when I'm logged into this forum, sitting idle, and/or viewing posts. Does this forum run some kind of background script that consistently attempts to collect data? I see an auto-save notice appear...
  5. C

    Related to Skype Webcast email I recieved

    I'm not sure if I would be welcomed in the Skype Webcast. There are other issues I have heard about but here is my issue. I leave it here for you to discuss or ignore. With the risk of receiving another infraction over the same topic, I present the main reason behind why I quit visiting...
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    Windows 7 Security from over seas companies?

    What do you think will happen to software companies that are based over seas, if and when the stuff hits the fan? Who will be running them? Can we trust them after the musical chairs stop? Should we be thinking about switching to all american software soon? Im starting to think about it more...
  7. News

    Metro apps on Windows 7 is a bad, bad idea

    As we move closer to the launch of Windows 8 -- and the sea change that the Metro user interface brings to the platform -- there's an ever increasing drumbeat of both skepticism, concern, and apprehension depending on who you talk to. End users are skeptical of Metro because they do not see its...
  8. J

    Windows 7 Numerous updates failed

    Until now I did not know that Windows 7 keeps a record of successful and failed updates. I see that many updates have failed in the past although there was no indication of this at the time. Should I be worried? I should think it would take many hours to fix them all, time I do not have...
  9. Digerati

    Site Introduced Ads in Members Posts - NOT COOL!

    I am very unhappy with the site's policies to introduce ads into members posts without their knowledge or permission. I think it is very deceptive, disappointing and uncalled for. I am referring to ads that appear when users submit posts they typed using key words like, r e g i s t r y, c r a...
  10. Trouble

    Windows 7 Concerns Over JavaScript Injection Vulnerability in SSL Connections

    A new Java Script injection that may expose private information even inside SSL encrypted connections seems to be a big concern for many, not the least of which is the Firefox browser development team. Seems like they may even be considering blocking all versions of the Java Plugin in future...
  11. JMH

    Windows 7 Cybercrime or Cyberwar?

    America's Cybercrime Risk - A Look at Articles on Information Management and National Security
  12. News

    Microsoft Windows 8 concerns developers

    Tech giant is accused of fostering 'fear, uncertainly and doubt' by emphasising HTML5 and CSS3 for writing apps for tablets Independent developers for Microsoft's platforms are increasingly concerned about the lack of clarity from the software giant over the future direction of its programming...
  13. News

    Windows 8 UI Revolution Triggers Fear and Loathing

    Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows The new Windows 8 user experience has triggered excitement in the Windows user community, but also some fear and loathing for competitors and their supporters, and for developers. I'm happy to see Microsoft's competition on the run for a change, but the...
  14. News

    Windows 8 UI Revolution Triggers Fear and Loathing

    Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows The new Windows 8 user experience has triggered excitement in the Windows user community, but also some fear and loathing for competitors and their supporters, and for developers. I'm happy to see Microsoft's competition on the run for a change, but the...
  15. Trouble

    Windows XP Windows XP to Windows 7 Migration

    For those members and visitors who have yet to make the jump from Windows XP to Windows 7, Microsoft TechNet has an excellent guided video that may help you decide and possibly alleviate some of your concerns; Link Removed I hope you find it helpful. Regards Randy
  16. Mike

    Questionnaire to Help Improve Windows7Forums.com

    Questionnaire to Help Improve Windows7Forums.com Hello, if you have been using the website, even for one day, it’s important to get your opinion on how you view the website and what can be done better. That is why answers need to be collected to see what can be done to improve the website...
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    Windows 7 what will happen to all files after upgrade?

    As the title... i am pretty much of worrying with all files i have in my current computer will be gone(more likely rebooted) after the window 7 upgrade. Let's say i have 5 videos and after the upgrade of Window 7 - what will happen to the 5 videos? It's quite a busy day for me :p
  18. Celestra

    Windows Vista Windows Media Program Guide

    Is anybody having trouble getting Windows Media Program Guide Updates ? I used to receive them regularly before they switched to digital television. I don't see why that would cause a problem. I don't use my computer for television that much, but I'm concerned about why I'm not getting them.
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    Windows 7 Will Windows 7 Full version be better than the Beta

    Ok Windows 7 Beta Runs well but i have concerns?? Whats going to be added to the Full version operating system when it arrives/comes out?? Is there comparisons yet between the 2 and will this change the operation. It runs smooth now. What can you do that will possible make even better...
  20. J

    Windows 7 Windows Media player Spyware

    Hi Guys Be careful in using W7 WMP. There's a little legal "nasty" in that it says " Usage will be sent to Microsoft" plus some discalimer saying that "Information is only collected for "Statistical Purposes". Whilst I don't believe in Microsoft "Conspoiracy" theories I just don't like the...