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    Windows 8 Can I change the number of emails displayed per page in Outlook.com ?

    The number of emails displayed per page in Outlook.com is 35 ( reading pane is off ), does anybody know how to reduce this to 25 so that I don't need to scroll down ? I realise that I can obviate scrolling by reducing the zoom from 100% to 75% but I don't find that very comfortable, the text...
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    Windows 7 How to Disable Security Message for Specific Apps in Windows 7 Ultimate

    When i run some of my apps a security message appears saying: Was not possible the verification of the publisher. Are you sure you want to execute this software? How can i remove this message? I prefer for a specific program to disable this message instead of disabling this feature completely...
  3. Windows 7 Which Windows Do You Use?

    I Know This is Totally Random But Which Windows Do You Use?
  4. Windows 8 Install a hidden windows inside of windows 8.1

    I have installed windwos 8.1 in my computer, I want install windows 7 inside of my win8.1 . but I don't like I'll be saw windows chosen page. and I like when I turn on computer windows 8.1 automatically load up and just when I'll need to use windows 7 just I press a key (Such as F7 or F10 or any...
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    Windows 8 windows media player function key help

    Function Keys help, mine stopped working had my new asus laptop for a week and up until today windows media player 12 fn media keys stopped working. Before, i could have wmp minimized and still change the song pressing Fn and the arrow keys but now they stopped working. i would be able to play...
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    Windows 8 Retro UI - Using Start Screen as a Desktop

    I found out that Retro UI is a good app as a start menu. The reason is that it allows you to still use the start screen if you want to and adds a task bar at the bottom of your start screen. So, you can use the start screen as an improved desktop. I could be wrong so please correct me if I am...
  7. Windows 8 Security Essentials yes or no?

    Hi I was reading the post in the Windows 7 forum, about Microsoft's message that Security Essentials is not meant to be the only AV software that you run on your computer and that they may be dropping support for it. Does that mean that they want you to run 2 antivirus programs? I already...
  8. Windows 7 Opera/Kaspersky Password Managers

    When you install Kaspersky, it asks to disable the browser's password manager, saying that it might cause it's password manager problems, but I chose not to, and it seemed to work okay. However, when I installed an update for Kaspersky, it disabled it anyway. Maybe the option was there not to...
  9. Windows 7 How to Stop Receiving Unwanted Windows Updates for Optional Software

    I would like to know if there is a way to stop being offered specific Windows updates that do not apply to my personal usage. I use the process where I am notifies if there are updates available and I chose which I desire. For example: Bing Bar 7.2 (KB2673774) Download size: 10.3 MB Update...
  10. Windows 7 Troubleshooting Free Commander Freezing Issues After OS Installation

    Free Commander is my file manager of choice...at least it has been for a number of years now. However, since the last install of the OS it has become useless, because it freezes every time that I try to use it and has to be forced to close with the Task Manager. I'm using the latest version...
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    Windows 7 Does IE have something like Firefox's about:config ?

    is there any option like firefox has > about:config i want to check and edit IE configurations through browser, so IE has any feature like that? Thanks
  12. Windows 7 How to Disable Windows Updates for Windows Defender Installation

    I don't install Windows Defender. I uncheck the box when it wants to install it. Windows Update keeps wanting to install Winodws Defender. How do I stop Windows from notifying me to install updates I don't want? Thank you.
  13. Windows 8 A third of all users have added a Start button and menu to Windows 8 (maybe)

    Windows 8 users fall into two simple categories. There are those that miss the old way of working and don’t really care too much about the tiled Start screen, and those users who have embraced Microsoft’s new operating system and don’t understand why people are still whittling on about the Start...
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    Windows 8 How to Prevent AutoPlay Settings from Reverting in Windows

    There is an app here that, when opened, causes all AutoPlay optical media settings to revert to "Take No Action." Is there an AutoPlay setting that can thwart this, in the same manner that a file can be set to READ ONLY?
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    Windows 7 Folder > Change Your View_ make choice permanent

    Icons in my folders keep reverting to Details view (Change Your View > Details) instead of Large Icons choice, which is what I want as default. It's not a consistent thing, though; sometimes I re-open folder and it's still Large Icons, sometimes it has gone back to Details view. Any suggestions?
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    Windows 8 Completely Disable Libraries in Windows 8: Seeking Solutions and Advice

    Does anyone know how to disable libraries in Win 8? I would like them totally gone. No reference anywhere. No turning back up like a bad penny. I know where I put my files. This is not a convenience, it's an intrusion. I am sure they are a good thing for some, but not for me. I searched the...
  18. Group Policy settings and preferences are applied to a roaming profile user who logs on to two Windo

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  19. Windows 7 What Is The Prefered E-Mail Client For Win 7

    When I had xp pro I was very happy with Outlook Express, it was simple and not complicated and it worked....What would be the compatible e-mail client for W7...I do not want to change my e-mail address I want to stay the same. I do not want my email on the web. Any ideas?? Kas Link Removed...
  20. Windows 8 Win+Q screen vs Taskbar folder

    Which is preferred? Going to All APPs (screen) for things Link Removed OR having this folder on the Taskbar? Link Removed Just curious. Cheers, Drew Link Removed