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This tag collects technical questions from Windows users seeking advice on installation, partitioning, and upgrade procedures. Topics include setting up Windows 8 on a logical partition alongside Linux, performing a clean installation of Windows 7 from Vista, and driver compatibility during upgrades. The content reflects real-world troubleshooting scenarios where users ask about BIOS settings, partition layouts, and automated driver installation. While the tag covers a range of Windows versions, the common thread is practical, step-by-step guidance for solving specific technical challenges. These discussions are valuable for anyone planning multi-boot configurations or transitioning between Windows editions.
  1. M

    TCP Statistics API Behavior Change in Recent Windows Versions

    I have been using this API function a lot on older versions of windows to collect per connection tcp statistics. Its behaviour seems to have changed of late. Previously disabling and re-enabling statistics would reset the counters for the statistics. This does not happen any more. Can anyone...
    • monitoring
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    • api counters microsoft support network os version setpertcpconnectionestats statistics tcp/ip technical questions user help
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Software
  2. AnonymousUser

    Windows 10 Changing the default Windows Folder Icons?

    This is a fairly technical question involving modification of the registry, but:: Q. I have been able to change the default folder icon for Windows 10 across all folders, but, how do I set the icons so that the icon for a full folder is different from the icon for an empty folder? By default...
    • AnonymousUser
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    • customization empty folders file management folder icons full folder icons registry technical questions user interface windows 10
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. SirVer

    Windows 8 Windows 8 OEM on logical partition

    I'm getting a new Lenovo G510 (or possibly Z500) in a few days, and was trying to decide how to manage the operating systems I'm going to install. What I would like to do is: Primary Partition - Ubuntu or Mint (Most Frequently Used) Primary Partition - Storage Extended Partition 2 logical...
    • SirVer
    • Thread
    • bios key g510 gparted installation iso lenovo linux installation logical partition mint multi-os oem operating system partition recovery partition storage technical questions ubuntu windows 7 windows 8 z500
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  4. Mike

    Ask Us Anything by 12/8/2012!

    Ask Us Anything! Promotion ends: December 8, 2012 How is your Windows 8 experience going this holiday season? We want to improve your experience at Windows8Forums.com. And that's why we are currently having a short, quiet, and great holiday promotion! To celebrate the opening of our Windows 8...
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    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Feedback Forum
  5. P

    Windows 7 upgrading to win7 questions

    I have vista64 on a laptop and I plan on upgrading to win7 64. I plan on doing a clean installation. If I use a DVD to install it, do I have to do anything to the BIOS or do I just have to have the DVD in the DVD drive when the laptop starts? Also, what about drivers? WIll the same drivers that...
    • person135
    • Thread
    • 64-bit automatic drivers bios clean install compatibility drivers fingerprint installation laptop noncustomary drivers operating system speed improvement system performance technical questions upgrade upgrade path user experience windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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