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This tag covers discussions about orphaned links in Windows, particularly broken shortcuts or references that remain after user profile changes or system modifications. In one example, a user renamed their user folder but found that the Metro-style Add or Remove Programs applet still pointed to the old path, causing an error. The content focuses on troubleshooting such orphaned links, often involving registry edits or file system cleanup to resolve lingering references. While the tag is not widely used, it addresses a specific Windows maintenance issue related to user profile management and system integrity.
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    Windows 8 "Add or Remove Programs" doesn´t work anymore (in Metro)

    Windows 8.1 Hi, I had an issue with the general user folder name, which was shown as "Alex_000". Although this was a cosmetic issue only, I wanted to change this to "Alex". I successfully managed this by changing about 50 entries in the registry (via regedit). So fine so good. Now I found...
    • Alleex
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    • app management c drive cosmetic issues desktop error message error resolution metro orphaned links registry search issues software removal system apps tech support troubleshooting uninstall apps user folder windows 8.1 windows settings
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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