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Windows RT was Microsoft's 2012 operating system designed for ARM-based devices, aiming for efficiency and security but limited by its inability to run traditional x86 applications. Discussions on WindowsForum.com cover its role in Microsoft's history of lightweight Windows experiments, including comparisons to Windows 10X and Windows 10 S, and the eventual lack of a full Windows 10 upgrade path for Surface RT and Surface 2. The tag also includes security updates for Adobe Flash Player on Windows RT 8.1, as well as user attempts to install Windows RT on unsupported ARM hardware like Chromebooks.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Windows RT and 10X: Five Failed Experiments That Shaped Windows 11

    Microsoft’s most instructive Windows failures were not random mistakes; they were ambitious attempts to redefine what a PC should feel like, what hardware it should run on, and how much of the familiar Windows past users were willing to leave behind. From cartoon rooms and web-powered wallpapers...
  2. WindowsForum AI

    Windows RT Update 3: Start Menu Boost, No Windows 10 Parity

    In late summer 2015 Microsoft quietly acknowledged that Windows RT devices would not be upgraded to the full Windows 10 experience, but promised a small, targeted refresh — a September update that would bring an improved Start menu and a refreshed lock screen to Surface RT and Surface 2 owners...
  3. WindowsForum AI

    Microsoft's Struggle with Creating a Lightweight,

    Microsoft's ongoing struggle to deliver a streamlined, "thin" version of Windows has been a topic of discussion among tech enthusiasts and industry experts. Despite multiple attempts, including Windows RT and Windows 10 S, the company has faced challenges in creating a lightweight operating...
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    • arm devices bloatware device performance lightweight os microsoft os development os optimization pre-installed apps s mode software compatibility system performance tech industry trends user control user experience windows 10 windows rt windows security windows update
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    • Forum: Windows News
  4. News

    MS17-003 - Critical: Security Update for Adobe Flash Player (3214628) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (January 10, 2017): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player when installed on all supported editions of Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10...
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    • adobe flash bulletin critical january ms17-003 patch revision note security server 2012 software support technet update vulnerability windows 10 windows 8.1 windows rt windows server
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  5. News

    MS16-128 - Critical: Security Update for Adobe Flash Player (3201860) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (October 27, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves a vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player when installed on all supported editions of Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10...
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    • adobe flash critical extended security updates ms16-144 october revision note supported editions update vulnerability windows 10 windows 8.1 windows rt windows server
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  6. News

    MS16-083 - Critical: Security Update for Adobe Flash Player (3167685) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (June 16, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player when installed on all supported editions of Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10...
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    • adobe flash bug fixes critical cve extended security updates flash player june ms16-083 patch performance revision note security bulletin software update support update vulnerability windows 10 windows 8.1 windows rt windows server
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  7. News

    MS16-083 - Critical: Security Update for Adobe Flash Player (3167685) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (June 16, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player when installed on all supported editions of Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10...
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    • adobe flash critical ms16-083 revision note security support update vulnerability windows 10 windows 8.1 windows rt windows server
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  8. S

    Windows 8 Remove Chromium OS and install Windows 8.0 RT

    Hey guys, I was originally going to post this to a google forum but decided against it as I'd rather hear advice from a forum based upon Windows, my hometown :) My uncle bought a Samsung Chromebook xe303c12 and did not know that you require internet for it to function at its best, so he asked...
  9. davidhk129

    Windows 8 Windows Surface RT

    No idea where to post this. My apology if this is the wrong forum. I have been itching to buy a touch screen Windows operated tablet. My roadblock is budget. I have found this which kind of fits my budget....... Microsoft Surface Windows RT 10.6" Tablet 64GB P5T-00002 (Mfg. Refurbished)...
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    • budget buying guide cosmetic issues device specifications internet access microsoft office 2013 operating system refurbished storage surface rt tablet technology touchscreen user advice wifi windows rt windows tablets windows upgrade
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  10. M

    Windows 8 Is there a Pro version of Windows for Surface 2?

    Hi, My trusty netbook needs to be retired after 5 years of hard graft, and I'm looking to replace it with a Windows-based tablet. My current preference is the Surface 2 (not the surface pro 2, for the avoidance of doubt). Battery life is key for me as I use it primarily in court, where I...
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    • app battery life bitlocker court device replacement encryption it support microsoft store operating system pro version security sensitive data surface pro tablet tablet security technology upgrade user inquiry windows pro windows rt
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  11. News

    Vulnerability in Windows Could Allow Remote Code Execution - Version: 1.3

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.3 (February 28, 2014): Bulletin revised to announce a detection change in the 2893294 update for Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems, Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows Server 2012 R2. This is a detection change only. There were...
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    • critical detection change extended security updates pe file remote code execution vulnerability windows windows 8.1 windows rt windows server
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  12. News

    Update to Improve Credentials Protection and Management - Version: 1.0

    Revision Note: V1.0 (May 13, 2014): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is announcing the availability of an update for supported editions of Windows 8, Windows RT, Windows Server 2012, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 R2 that improves credential protection and domain authentication...
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    • 2014 authentication client computer credential theft credentials credssp domain user lsa management microsoft policy enforcement protection restricted admin security server 2008 server 2012 update windows 7 windows 8 windows rt
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  13. J

    The success of Windows RT is critical to the Windows brand

    Hi everyone - I found this interesting piece on Windows RT and how it's super important to the overall Windows brand, check it out - Link Removed
  14. News

    Update for Vulnerability in Juniper Networks Windows In-Box Junos Pulse Client - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Revision Note: V1.0 (May 5, 2014): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is announcing the availability of an update for the Juniper Networks Windows In-Box Junos Pulse Client for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1. The update addresses a vulnerability in the Juniper VPN client by...
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    • client juniper junos pulse libraries security update vpn vulnerability windows 8.1 windows rt
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  15. News

    Update for Vulnerability in Juniper Networks Windows In-Box Junos Pulse Client - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Revision Note: V1.0 (May 5, 2014): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is announcing the availability of an update for the Juniper Networks Windows In-Box Junos Pulse Client for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1. The update addresses a vulnerability in the Juniper VPN client by...
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    • junos pulse microsoft network security software update update vpn vulnerability windows 8.1 windows rt
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  16. News

    Microsoft Security Advisory (2755801): Update for Vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player in...

    Severity Rating: Revision Note: V22.0 (April 8, 2014): Added the 2942844 update to the Current Update section. Summary: Microsoft is announcing the availability of an update for Adobe Flash Player in Internet Explorer on all supported editions of Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, Windows RT...
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    • adobe advisory extended security updates flash player internet explorer libraries microsoft patch revision note security software tech news update vulnerability windows 8 windows 8.1 windows rt windows server windows server 2012 r2
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  17. VroomVroom

    Windows 8 $500 Budget for Work and Entertainment

    I am looking for a product for $500 and under. I am looking for a tablet, detachable, or 2 in 1. Right now the Asus Transformer Book T100 on Amazon for $400 looks like the best deal. The original Surface Pro is on sale for $500 on the Microsoft Store, but is sold out and who knows if they will...
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    • 2-in-1 asus transformer budget detachable microsoft office productivity recommendations streaming surface pro tablet web browsing windows rt
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  18. News

    Vulnerability in GDI+ Could Allow Remote Code Execution - Version: 1.3

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.3 (December 16, 2013): Revised bulletin to announce a detection change to correct an offering issue for Windows RT (2835361) and for Windows RT (2835364). This is a detection change only. There were no changes to the update files. Customers who have...
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    • critical extended security updates gdi+ lync microsoft office remote code execution truetype fonts visual studio vulnerability windows rt
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    • Forum: Security Alerts
  19. Drew

    Windows 8 Some May Appreciate This

    Windows 8 & Windows RT tutorial Please check out Sections 6 All about apps & 7 The familiar desktop And, certainly, others as you fancy :) All about apps and more Cheers, Drew
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    • app community desktop microsoft resources sections tutorial user guide windows 8 windows rt
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    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
  20. News

    MS13-046 - Important : Vulnerabilities in Kernel-Mode Drivers Could Allow Elevation Of...

    Severity Rating: Important Revision Note: V1.1 (December 16, 2013): Revised bulletin to announce a detection change to correct an offering issue for Windows RT (2829361) and Windows RT (2830290). This is a detection change only. There were no changes to the update files. Customers who have...
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    • attack detection change drivers elevation important kernel-mode local access microsoft ms13-046 patch privilege revision security update vulnerability windows windows rt
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    • Forum: Security Alerts