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The desktop location tag on WindowsForum.com covers issues related to Windows user profile paths, particularly when the system cannot access the default desktop directory. A common problem discussed involves a blank desktop on startup accompanied by the error message 'location is not available' pointing to a missing or inaccessible desktop path, such as c:\windows\system\config\system profile\desktop. This typically indicates a corrupted user profile or incorrect registry settings. Users seek solutions to restore proper desktop access and prevent the recurring setup screens and blank desktop. The tag focuses on troubleshooting profile-related errors in Windows.
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Windows 8 how to prevent blank desktop opening?
hi, i am facing a problem past 5 months, pls help me to solve it, when i switch on my laptop, while its showing "Hi WELCOME screen, Installing apps... and many tools/apps installing, (i saw this screen when i purchased my laptop in show room), every-time showing this msgs, then finally it shows...- venkatesh
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