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  1. Windows 8 Yes, instructions DO exist!

    I get really frustrated w/ people saying or thinking there is nothing in Windows 8.1, from Microsoft, telling them, educating them or guiding them w/ enlightenment or instructions on How To use the OS. There is!! Yes, there is! There problem isn't that it doesn't exist but, rather that people...
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    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 won't give option to connect to wifi securely

    0 down vote favorite Can 8.1 only be connected by using an 8 digit pin? I can't find any other way to do this. I have heard that 8.1 has eliminated WPA, so maybe the pin automatically does WPA2? TOTALLY unclear!!! But it seems that WPA2 should have a longer entry than 8 digits!?! I REALLY...
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    Windows 7 Another One that needs help

    I have followed the instructions in the post. Please let me know if you are able to determine the problem. Regards
  4. Windows XP BIOS Flash

    I need to flash the BIOS on my Lenovo M52 ThinkCenter, so I downloaded what is listed as the current version from Lenovo. The problem is in confirming that I actually got the right one, because the version 2EKT46a listed, downloads as 2EJT46a instead, regardless of the format chosen. The...
  5. Windows 7 Change Win7 from English to Japanese

    On my computer there is a clean installed win 7 ulti in English. I need to change this to Japanese, I have already downloaded the Japanese language pack. How do I change the language? Or, where do I find the instructions? My search did not result in anything useful... Thanks
  6. How can I reset the Hosts file back to the default?

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  7. ART How to Suck an Egg

    The purpose of this exercise is to follow precise unnecessary directions issued by a higher HQ. You have been directed to be in possession of a fresh empty eggshell for no apparent reason. Simple issuance of tasks being insufficient in any anal-retentive, career-oriented, hopelessly bureaucratic...
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    Windows 7 Windows line in and/or microphone latency solved - March 2013

    The bitter truth of realizing the latency (delay) in the monitoring of line in/microphone inputs in Windows Vista/7/8 is being regarded as the most unsolved mystery in the windows audio environment. This accounts for all those musicians (like me and other people who were enjoying music through...
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    Windows 8 Step by step instruction to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 8

    Here is a step by step instruction to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 8, if it helps someone ... Link Removed
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    Windows 7 Adding tags or descriptions to a folder in Win 7???

    I'm running Win 7, 64 bit. Being someone who just completed a research-intense Masters degree, you'd think I would have thought of this a long time ago. Are there any ways to add a very obvious banner to the top of a folder that you can type in details/instructions/information about that...
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    Windows 7 PC upgrade GPU,PSU and SSD, need help to boot on ssd

    Yesterday i got my new gpu (Msi Geforce Gtx 680) psu (Corsair AX 750W) and ssd (Samsung SSD 830 Series 128GB 2.5 OEM) My question is, how do i complete the ssd installation, it says Install As Primary or Install As Raid, i allready know that i have to install as primary, then it tells me to...
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    Windows 7 Window's 'System Restore' has major bug

    I have to use 'System Restore' from time to time to restore my computer. The instructions says: System Restore helps you restore your computer's system files to an earlier point in time. It's a way to undo system changes to your computer without affecting your personal files, such as...
  13. Windows 7 Posting a new BSOD Report

    Please: Follow these instruction to make the .zip file : Link Removed With the .zip file, name it something like "BSOD Problem: <your username>" so it's easier for debuggers to manage their files. When you make the title, don't just call it "BSOD crashing, please help" or "BSOD!!!! SOMEBODY...
  14. Windows 8 Unofficial beta Firefox metro

    This is an unofficial release so use at your own risk. Download and instructions can be found here: How to download & install Metro Firefox for Win 8
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    Windows 7 Windows closes and stops running

    Look in BSOD area and read the instructions on how to ask for help with BSODs and then post there. Joe
  16. Windows 8 Disable Store application in Windows 8 RTM

    Windows Store in Windows 8 is the first and the only source of Modern-UI apps. You can download apps from the built-in Store app in Windows 8 but, this app can’t be uninstalled like other Windows 8 apps. But, it can be disabled easily to restrict access to Windows Store. Disabling the Store...
  17. How to disable IP version 6 or its specific components in Windows

    Provides step-by-step instructions for how to use the Windows registry to disable IPv6 or certain IPv6 components in Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows Server 2008. More...
  18. Windows 8 Repair broken or corrupt apps

    Instructions: Link Removed Reference: [Tutorial] How to repair corrupt or broken apps in Windows 8 RTM
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    Windows 7 No taskbar, start button, or taskbar/start menu Properties

    I'm having problems trying to fix my son's computer. It runs Windows 7. Yesterday, the task bar and Start button mysteriously disappeared. I've also found that the "Taskbar and Start Menu Properties" window doesn't come up. There are two places to click on in Control Panel that should bring up...
  20. Windows 8 I have all my Microsoft Games working in Windows 8!!!!

    Hi I finally got my Microsoft Games working in Windows 8. I can play FreeCell again!!! Here's how to do it. First copy the Microsoft Games folder in it's entirety from your Widows 7 install, Program Files folder to the Program Files folder on your Windows 8 drive. Next copy the...