On November 14, 2023, Microsoft released the KB5033243 dynamic update for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2. This update is not just a patch, but a significant upgrade aimed at improving the installation process for future feature updates. Understanding what this update entails, how it works...
On October 26, 2023, Microsoft rolled out the KB5031656 update designed to enhance the Setup binaries along with other files crucial for feature updates within Windows 11, version 22H2. Let’s delve into what this update entails, how it affects your system, and the details you need to know as a...
On October 8, 2024, Microsoft rolled out a significant update, KB5045520, aimed at enhancing the installation process of Windows 11, version 24H2. This update primarily focuses on improving Windows setup binaries and files utilized during feature updates. Let's dive deeper into what this update...
Introduction As technology evolves, so do the operating systems that support our computing needs. The recent updates in various software platforms have nudged users toward alternatives to mainstream systems like Windows 11. One notable contender is Rhino Linux, which has made headlines by...
When the spring update for windows 2021 [21H1] comes out, should I update 1st then re create the MCT and do a clean install or just create the new MCT and perform a clean install?
Normally users perform the following procedure for Win10:
download Win10 base package ISO directly
install this Win10 base package ISO
download the cumulative update
apply this cumulative update onto the already installed base version
I wonder whether there is a way to download an ISO WITH (!)...
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I'm scared of partitioning D: drive to install Linux.
My most important files are backed up in the cloud but have loads of stuff i don't want to loose.
The process went fine for my C: drive which already had windows 7 in it.
Should i expect a similar scenario for my D: drive?
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When one re-installs windows7 from scratch, what part of the hard drive does it write itself on? Will it overwrite old data, so to speak starting from the first place on the hard drive or will it rather first write in between un-used space? Would it make a difference if the old data had bean...
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Hello there,
I have a Lenovo G50-45 and I recently did a clean install of Windows 8.1 (32-bit). Had a lot of trouble tracking down all the drivers, since I discovered most driver compatibility was for the 64-bit of Windows 8.1. Now I am trying to do a new clean install of Windows 8.1 64-bit...
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As a Newbie here I am not sure if I posted this on the wrong section so please forgive the duplication.
I purchased from Amazon Win10 Pro on a USB Datastick. My current set-up is as follows.
Toshiba Satellite S50T A117 Laptop running Windows 8.1 which works properly.
ùP is i7 2.4Ghz
Ram...
Hi I have a question. I bought my computer a few years ago. It came with windows xp, had a free upgrade to windows 7. I then purchased a windows 8 pro upgrade disk, installed that, and now I am running windows 8.1. Fast forward a few years, I've changed my computer case and lost everything...
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Every time after a major automatic update through Windows Updater, after rebooting, the computer starts the same process as the last steps when you install a fresh version of Windows 8, that is, you see the multicolor screens one after the other with the message that it's...
Hello. I don't have a hard drive large enough to backup the data on my daughter's netbook with a corrupted W7 starter install. When I attempt to re-install W7 starter, it does tell me that if it detects a previous Windows install, it will move the files over into a Windows.old folder. I'm...
For some reason my cementmixer (brain) told me I could set up W8 in the following manner BUT it was a failure.
I used this procedure over 30 years ago on large IBM mainframes. The following was my logic:
On the C drive I only have 1 partition which is used for W7 files etc. I used diskmgmt...
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Long story short: The copy of Win7 Ultimate I was given by a friend is invalid. I want to purchase a valid copy of Win7, but do not want the Ultimate Edition. Too many bells and whistles to collect dust. I am looking to buy the Win7 Home Family Pack from the MS website, since we have 3...
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Hi
I was thinking about all of the people who post and complain about not getting a Windows 7 disk with their computer.
I just answered one yesterday from someone who wanted to hack the restore partition and remove all the bloatware because they didn't have a disk to do a clean install of...
Hey guys new to the forum as im totally out of ideas on how to get this issue resolved.
At this point id like to make note that i did not back up my files as i was going for a full installing, fresh start as you would have it.
Im upgrading my Vista 64 bit to windows 7, i get through most of the...
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My concern:
If I completely re-install windows vista 64-bit via format, then apply a windows 7 home premium upgrade.
Will it be corrupted due to two different operating systems being installed to complete the windows 7 package
If I paid $199.00 for a full version and installed it then I am...
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Hello my name is zane
So I will be recieving a windows 7 upgrade disk because I bought a new laptop during the selected months. And I am hoping to clear some things up before I switch from vista
My System:HP Pavilion Dv7 with windows vista 64 bit
Well the thing is I hate almost all...
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I intend to use the Win 7 East File Transfer when I upgrade from Vista Ultimate to Win 7 pro. I intend to use the clean install method.
If I add a second physical internal hard drive, can I use that instead of a physical external drive? All documentation always refer to an external drive. I...
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