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  1. Ultimate Guide to Setting Up Multiple Monitors on Windows

    Imagine this: You’re in the zone, navigating the workday, and suddenly, your single-monitor setup feels more like a cramped studio apartment than a workspace. Enter the world of multiple monitors—a game changer for productivity, multitasking, and ultimately, for your sanity! In this guide, we'll...
  2. How to Install Windows 11 from an ISO File: A Complete Guide

    If you're an IT administrator or just an enthusiast looking to install Windows 11, using an ISO file provides a flexible and efficient way to do so, allowing for both clean installs and repairs. ISO files are virtual images of the operating system and can be installed without physical media...
  3. Creating a Kid-Friendly Windows Environment: A Parent's Guide

    Navigating the digital landscape is a common rite of passage for kids today, but as parents, we hold the crucial responsibility of ensuring their journeys are safe and productive. Setting up a Windows computer tailored to children's needs not only enhances their learning but also prioritizes...
  4. How to Install Windows 11 Without a Microsoft Account: Step-by-Step Guide

    In recent discussions surrounding Windows 11, a common point of contention has arisen regarding the necessity of a Microsoft account for installation. Many users prefer to maintain their privacy and do not wish to create an online account during the installation process. Fortunately, there are...
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    Running Windows 11 at near-native speed in QEMU on Windows to have sensitive data encrypted

    This guide describes how to install and launch guest Windows 11 running at near-native speed in open-source Qemu emulator under host Windows 11. This privides an alternative if you want to install and use guest OS on a drive encrypted with open-source software and not with Microsoft-made...
  6. DRIVER_PNP_WATCHDOG error during windows install

    Hi, I have a DELL vostro laptop at home. For some reason, it has windows boot loader but there are no files on the disk. So I made a bootable usb using rufus (I set everything correctly, GPT and UEFI settings in BIOS as well and disabled secure boot. My SATA mode is AHCI (we cannot change it in...
  7. Windows 10 Can't Install Windows 10 on my Laptop PLEASE HELP ME I am fed up of this Windows 7

    Whenever i try to install windows 10, when it reaches the final step when it get restart after restart it prompts Windows Setup could not configure Windows to run on this computer's hardware. I tried fixing it more than 10-20 times with every method on youtube and web. PLEASE HELP ME My Laptop...
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    Windows 10 Image capture

    Hi, when I do a capture image with cmd, create an iso and then install, Windows create 2 folders on the C drive. $WINDOWS.~BT & $WINDOWS.~LS. Can I prevent this?
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    Windows 10 Computer not working after factory reset.

    After my mom corrupted the hard drive of my computer I had to factory reset my laptop. Since then I can't use it. I can't open apps, I can't create a windows linked account because I can't get past the services part of windows setup without getting a blue screen. I've looked everywhere and tried...
  10. Windows 8 Create bootable usb

    Hello which program is best for create bootable usb for windows 8? not 8.1. windows 8 only.
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    Windows 8 Troubleshooting Printer Installation on Dell Inspiron 15 with Windows 8.1 Issues

    windows I bought a Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series with only needing to be set up. I tried to create or log into my email account to create a User but was unable. I created one without a email address. I then used that account to list my email address and create a new password. I also created a...
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 installation error on WD 750GB hard drive

    Hello! This one should twist your head a bit if you’re anything like me! I have a Pavilion M6 1045DX laptop and the HD crashed. It was 750GB so off to eBay I went to buy another one. I decided to buy a NEW SEALED HD so I bought a blue label WD brand new. (March 2014) Just for grins I wiped and...
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    Windows XP HDD Problems, cannot install windows

    I got this message after I erased the entire disk, due to a virus infection, during the installation process, I even get it when I try to use the Recovery console of th windows setup CD Setup did not find any hard disk drives in your computer. Make sure any hard disks are powered on and...
  14. Setting DPI in unattend.xml may not work if region settings are changed during OOBE

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  15. Windows 7 Can I just paste compied folders onto a new computer?

    I am now sharing a computer with someone (we each have our own User Account). I copied all of my folders/documents that were under the Program Files folder on my previous computer onto an external drive. Can I now just copy those folders and paste them under the Program Files folder on the new...
  16. Windows 7 Dual Boot Windows 8 from VHD using Windows Setup

    I feel it is prudent & timely I bring this to your attention... Forgive me if it's buried eleswhere in the Forum, already. But, it won't be long before the Betas for Windows 8 surface... understand there will be an offering available to the general public. This (below) is expecially nice as it...
  17. Windows 7 Boot Install Windows 7 from USB

    Ok, I am trying to boot from my flash drive and re-install windows 7 and I used the Windows 7 USB DVD download tool, I have the option to boot from the flash drive but when I do instead of loading windows and installing it, it comes up "Reboot and Select proper boot device or Insert Boot Media...
  18. Windows 7 What program allows me to have a main computer that a few others can access and change documents at

    Here is how its setup. Main computer is the office computer. Its a desktop that a person is constantly on and doing stuff. There are 3 others that need the same information and documents at any given time. These 3 people have their laptops that are constantly switching wifi hotspots...
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    Windows 7 W7 Sharing & Security Questions

    First let me say that I posted a very similar inquiry to a forum of a different group using a very Milquestoastian name and got no replies, so I come to this forum as BizarroMindMelt to see if my luck improves. BACKGROUND: Very small office will replace 3 XP32 systems with 3 new Windows 7...
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    Windows 7 Problems reinstalling after hard drive crash

    About a year ago, I did a clean install from vista 32 bit to Windows 7 professional 64 bit. Everything went smoothly and I had no installation issues. A couple of days ago, my hard drive crashed so I put in a new one and used my computer's recovery cd to load windows xp back on the system. I...