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    Windows 7 BSOD HELP PLEASE! w/Minidumps/Pics

    I have been getting these bluescreen errors since I have had my PC for 1 year. Most of them went away and some came back now. It only happens when I play games, like COD4 or Bad Company 2. It might have been direct x stuff I messed with the other day, but other than that here is the info...
  2. Windows 7 Setting Up Your Development Environment

    This video covers how to set up your development environment. You may find it easier to follow along by downloading the Link Removed. [Link Removed] Sample Requirements [Link Removed] Starting the Demo [Link Removed] Adding References [Link Removed] Coding4Fun Kinect Library [Link Removed]...
  3. TI announces quad core tablet chip tuned for Windows 8

    OMAP4470 mobile processor to support DirectX technology Texas Instruments announced a quad core chip for tablets with features to boost application and graphics performance in Microsoft's upcoming Windows OS. Link Removed
  4. Windows 7 Can you help me? (Ethernet controller driver)

    Hey there! I'm newly registered to this site, but I've visited it in the past and it's helped me many times with my various technical problems on my desktop. I've got another one I was hoping someone could help me with. I'm kinda stumped since I only have a basic understanding of computers. So...
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    Windows 7 Explorer.exe 30% CPU usage

    Hi, Lately I've been having a problem with explorer.exe using 30% or more of my processor. The problem seems to accrue after I close a full screen directx program(or at least I think). I've ran a virus scan using Trendmicro titanium and malwarebytes, but haven't found anything. My specs...
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    Windows 7 Help would be much appreciated!

    Hey PC users! I'm new here but I have a serious problem with lag on my computer and came here to ask the experts for help, because quite frankly, I'm exhausted from dealing with this situation. Here are my specs: OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit System Model: HP-Pavilion p6210y...
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    Windows 7 Things to install after installed Windows 7

    Hello everybody! First of all, tell me if there is a post like this already, so no time to waste! as the title says, what things should I download after I installed Windows 7 Ultimate (not sure, maybe Pro ) x32? I know things like I will install an Anti Virus (probably Norton), Winrar...
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    Windows 7 DirectDraw Acceleration: Not Available

    So I just had Windows 7 installed on my VAIO a few weeks ago. I haven't played any games on my laptop since but I just downloaded a trail for Torchlight and when it wouldn't play I discovered a problem. When I open the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, it shows me this: DirectDraw Acceleration...
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    Windows 7 Just a small question about windows 7 gaming on a slower system

    Hello there, My systems specs are basically as follows: Athlon 64 3500+ 1 GB RAM 8600 GTS 256 MB I'd like to use win 7 to make use of direct x 10 since win xp lacks the support and generally play games like F.E.A.R 2 and Modern warfare. Do you think I would be able to play these...
  10. Windows 7 Gf 8600Gt detected as Gf 6600

    Hello everyone ,Am new here i have a serious problem just thought u guys may could help me out. searched the forum already nothing found same as this. i have a P5KLD2 Se Asus MB , just bought a GF 8600GT 512Mb to upgrade my Gcard and i have a Windows 7 x86 installed the problem is my windows 7...
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    Windows 7 BSOD While playing games

    So I keep getting the BSOD while playing games. 90% while playing WoW. I updated all the drivers, ran a registry booster. Can't figure out whats wrong. ================================================== Dump File : 120110-26332-01.dmp Crash Time : 12/1/2010 10:23:13 PM Bug...
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 World of Warcraft issues.

    I recently upgraded to Windows 7 and my fps is terrible, to the point of not being able to play, in or out of major cities. Currently i am running the lowest resolution and settings and it seems to not really change anything (except minimally; 2-3 fps faster than my previous settings that ive...
  13. Windows 7 How to Uninstall and Reinstall DirectX to Fix Issues

    how can you uninstall direct x and reinstall it as I have a problem with it
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    Windows 7 When I launch games

    I keep getting BSODs, mostly when I try to launch a game that utilizes DX10/11, but sometimes they are just completely random. I'm running a newly installed Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit. I have no idea how it's happening, so I'd greatly appreciate any help. Thanks in advance
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    Windows 7 BSOD with memory dump

    Hi, I have been having a few problems the last few days, BSOD with dxgmms1.sys as the error. i have looked on the net and installed the latest drivers for my graphics and directx, but i am still recieving the error. I hope someone can help with the problem ty
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    Windows 7 Issues with choppy play on my new laptop

    Ok first off Im a noob on graphics and such so excuse any noob questions but ok I bought a new laptop just to have something to mess around with while traveling. Well I loaded Medal of Honor: Allied Assault onto the comuputer. Being that the game is so old (2002) I thought I would have no...
  17. Windows 7 Talking XNA with Shawn Hargreaves and Charles Cox

    Ever wanted to make your own game? XNA Game Studio enables game development for everyone on Windows, Xbox 360, and Windows Phone 7. Join Shawn Hargreaves and Charles Cox as they dive into the world of Indie game development, and answer community questions about XNA Game Studio, the XNA Creators...
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    Windows 7 Where can i get a Ethernet Controller for my laptop?

    Hello all, I've had to reformat my lapop and im unable to get my internet to work on my laptop. when i looked into my driver manager it says; Ethernet Controller X Device not found Base System Device X Device not found Base System Device X Device not found My laptop is a AlienWare M15x...
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    Windows 7 WMC Issue relating to Graphic Card

    I am having an issue with a fresh install of Windows 7 Ultimate. I have videos that will not work in Windows Media Center but will play fine in Windows Media Player. I have downloaded codecs, reinstalled drivers, etc but I am still getting one of 2 errors: When I try to play a movie directly...
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    Windows 7 BSOD and shut downs, please help

    I have am partially blind so if this is posted somewhere, please direct me in the right direction. Acer Aspire 7220 laptop that came with Windows Vista. Someone update to have W7 Ultimate 32 bit about 2 months ago. I have updated all drivers, from what I can tell, and my computer shuts down...