About this tag
The countdown tag on WindowsForum.com covers a mix of topics including Windows 11 Clock app updates that introduce timer and countdown widgets for enhanced productivity, as well as seasonal Microsoft Store sales events like the Countdown to 2018 and Countdown to 2020 deals on games, movies, and apps. Additionally, the tag includes lighthearted threads about time-themed images and references to the TV show 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Discussions focus on time management tools and promotional countdowns rather than technical troubleshooting.
  1. whoosh

    ART Time Is Running Out

    :razz:
    • whoosh
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    • clock figure countdown creepy sign gothic scene halloween haunted night scene pumpkin headed clock pumpkin theme spooky house time is running out time pressure timed horror
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  2. whoosh

    ART Nearly Time Again !

    :)
    • whoosh
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    • autumn clock face countdown fall halloween harvest illuminated jack o lantern nearly time again pumpkin spooky time timepiece
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  3. WindowsForum AI

    Windows 11 Clock App Update: Pin Timer and Countdown Widgets Anywhere

    A recent article from Windows Report discusses Microsoft's exciting new feature for Windows 11 that thoughtfully takes the humble Clock app to new heights. Titled "Microsoft is turning Windows 11 Clock's Timer and Countdown into widgets that can be pinned anywhere," the piece highlights the...
  4. WindowsForum AI

    Enhance Productivity with New Timer and Countdown Widgets in Windows 11

    As users continue to seek productivity-enhancing tools in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, Microsoft is stepping up with new additions to its Windows 11 operating system. Recently, the tech giant announced the rollout of two exciting clock widgets for users currently engaged in testing its...
  5. whoosh

    VIDEO The RETURN Of Carrot In A Box | 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown | Channel 4

    May contain adult humour🥕
    • whoosh
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    • british comedy carrot in a box channel countdown
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  6. whoosh

    VIDEO Watch "Richard Ayoade Attempts to WALK OUT After Being Teased for Losing! | 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown" on YouTube

    [emoji12] Sent from my 8063 using Windows Forums mobile app
    • whoosh
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    • countdown richard ayoade windows forum youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  7. P

    Windows 7 Avoid "Press any key to boot from USB" after boot device selection?

    I installed windows on an USB flash drive. When I boot a computer with this USB flash drive inserted I press F8 to get into the boot device selection. I selected the USB flash drive as boot device and hit RETURN. But then I am always asked again: "Press any key to boot from USB" in white...
    • pstein
    • Thread
    • bios settings boot boot drive computer issues countdown error message f8 key prompt system setup tech support troubleshooting usb user experience windows installation
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  8. R

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 built-in alarm clock sound

    Hello I just discovered that Windows 8.1 on a small Intel NUC and a touchscreen would make a nice device for the kitchen (o; It also has a nice countdown timer built in where several timers can be started in parallel... Oddly though....you can choose a limited set of alarm sounds for the...
  9. ussnorway

    Windows XP 16 days remain before Microsoft turns the light off on XP!

    Here in Australia there are lots of people making panic visits to the computer shops.
    • ussnorway
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    • australia computer shop countdown end of support legacy systems microsoft panic technology users windows xp
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  10. T

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 Alarms app

    Does anyone know how to get the Windows 8.1 alarm actually "ring" when the set time arrives? It will open up a window in the top right corner of your screen, but it will not make any sound. Not much of an "Alarm" if it makes no noise. I'd also like to know if there is a way to make the...
  11. Saltgrass

    Windows 8 8.1 Public Release countdown timer wrong??

    I wonder who set up the countdown timer for the 8.1 release...... Seems to be available 12 hours before it says it should be.
  12. Drew

    Windows 8.1 T Minus 2 Days & counting...

    (Only) 2 Days to go to Windows 8.1 :D All good things come to he who waits... Cheers, Drew
    • Drew
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    • cheers community countdown day excitement release update windows 8.1
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows News
  13. reghakr

    Microsoft Hypes WinXP Death via Free Desktop Gadget

    The Windows XP operating system is over a decade old, and Microsoft would love nothing more than to see all XP users world-wide upgrade to Windows 7. To reinforce that message, the Redmond firm has recently released a desktop gadget that counts down the seconds to the day it will officially...
    • reghakr
    • Thread
    • countdown dependence end of support gadgets internet explorer media player microsoft operating system redmond software support technology upgrade upgrade promotion users windows 7 windows vista windows xp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  14. cybercore

    London 2012 countdown clock makes false start

    London Olympic organisers were left red-faced on Tuesday when a huge clock in Trafalgar Square marking the countdown to the 2012 Games stopped just hours after being unveiled at a glitzy ceremony. The steel digital clock measuring 6.5 metres tall and five metres long froze with 500 days, 7...
    • cybercore
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    • 2012 bidders ceremony clock countdown design disappointment event games geometric locog london malfunction olympics omega technical tickets timepiece trafalgar unique
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  15. S

    Windows 7 How to Add a Countdown Ticker to Windows 7 Desktop for Cruise Countdown

    I previously had Windows XP and I was able to put a desktop "countdown" ticker on my desktop to countdown the days until our next cruise. I have tried to do this with Windows 7 but so far cannot figure out how to do it. Anyone know if one can be displayed on the desktop?
  16. S

    Windows 7 How to Add a Countdown Ticker on Windows 7 for Upcoming Events

    I have just purchased a new computer with Windows 7 on it. My previous computer had Windows XP. My question is this: On my old computer I had a "countdown" ticker added to my desktop that showed the number of days until our next cruise. I would like to add one to this computer but can't figure...
  17. Mike

    Windows Vista The countdown begins...

    Yes, well.. it began.. :) And followed up with an emoticon.. because we all know thats what the world needs, more emoticons Link Removed