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This guest blog post is the first of a 3-part series written by Windows MVP Jani Nevalainen. Please see the original post Link Removed, and stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3 coming soon. I believe that games are still one of the most fun ways to get to know a new programming language. Since there...

Mike Taulty, long time Coding4Fun Friend, recently presented at a London Kinect Hack Event on how to quickly get started developing with the Kinect for Windows v2. Lucky for us, he's shared it with us...; Here are just a few times we've highlighted Mike's work; Just face it... with these two...

Hello. I would like to know what is the format of app that are in Windows Store , For example at Google Play Store , they are .apk. And here?

Microsoft release demo's of Office 2016 Touch Preview Ref: Link Removed Download links: (You need windows 10 in order to run these demos) Word Link Removed PowerPoint Link Removed Excel Link Removed

The Windows Store continues to grow, with great new titles and fresh updates every day. Don’t miss the latest versions of these favorites: Age of Empires: Castle Siege Choose your civilization, then choose your battle in this game that takes you from the Dark Ages to the Renaissance. In the...

Microsoft really needs to improve it's various security, both in it's software and on it's websites, before it thinks about releasing Windows 10. I'm by no mean's a Microsoft hater. I've used Windows since 1995 with my 1st pc that had Windows 95, I've use 95, XP, Vista, 8, 8.1 and 10. I've also...

I just ditched Bright House Cable this morning. I replaced it with DirecTV Xtra tv service. Could someone recommend a reliable DirecTV app for Windows 8.1 Pro w/Media Center x64 and Windows 8.1 x64 ? I found a actual DirecTV for my Nokia Lumia 521 w/Windows Phone 8.1 in the Windows Phone Store...

Hi, I was unable to download any apps from my Windows Store after upgrading to Windows 8.1. I have had 8.1 previously so it wasn't the problem. I think my laptop got a virus. anyway I restore my HP Pavilion laptop to factory condition, as the store had also said it was corrupt by then. Today I...

Hi, I have a mac. (yes ik, Y u in windows forum?! GET OUT FILTHY MAC USER) I would like to know if its possible to download a windows game from the windows 8 store, onto a mac. Just the file. The rest I can handle, I have wine. If you need to know what game it is, Its "ARMED!". Thanks!

Peter Daukintis, Microsoft Technical Evangelist, recently posted about Face Tracking with the Kinect for Windows v2. What was a little different is that he posted both managed and native looks... Link Removed Since working on the virtual rail project I haven’t had much chance to carry out...

Hello guys! I have a Surface 2, and I was wondering if anyone had any great apps from the Windows store? I am in need for some new games, as long with just some new apps. Thank you!

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...

Platform: WIN 8.1 Spring Update Using a local (domain) account to login to Windows Using a MS Live account just for the purpose of installing Store apps The first time you go to install a store app you are prompted for your Live account credentials. Once entered, the only choice is SAVE or...

I understand that there are other threads regarding this issue, but I've not found one regarding my problem specifically. I have the Toshiba Satellite C55, and have only owned this laptop for a few months. At time of purchase, Windows Store worked fine, and I even downloaded several apps such as...

I have been using an app/program (Rhapsody) that started crashing every time I started it. I decided to uninstall it and then reinstall it. I opened the control panel list of programs, clicked on Rhapsody, and chose "uninstall." Nothing seemed to happen but now Rhapsody is gone from that...

Today's project shows off a simple yet "real" universal application that's already available in the Stores for free, but the source is available too... Link Removed This is a sample which creates a universal Windows app written in C#, that runs on both Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone 8.1. You...

Hi, Im from Appy Monkeys, a developer of kid's apps.We developed Blox 3d to teach kids how to make 3d models a la Lego on tablets and mobile devices.Build planes, trains,animals ,pretty much anything under the sun! The simple UI and unique workflow lets kids develop their creativity and...

Come April 14th, MS will release Win 8.1 Update 1 ISO to the general public. I understand that a bootable USB drive can be created. My questions is ................. For users like me who upgraded from older Windows version to Win 8, and to Win 8.1 via Windows Store, we do not have Win 8.1...

Hi guys, I am looking to get the opinion of Windows8/ Windows Phone app developers as I am currently looking for a potential new service on Windows Store. The survey is very short (5 questions) and would very much appreciate to have your feedback. Link Removed Thanks in advance ^^

I bought a new notebook with Windows 8 and upgrade to 8.1, and i also install a new Windows 8.1 in a new computer 3 days ago... and both of my Windows don't open the apps on the first screen.. like Skype, email, windowsws store.... the apps almost start, show the program name on the screen them...