Latest articles tagged “windows 8”
China Seeks Removal of IBM servers and Bans Windows 8
by Dan Vlasic
on 30 May 2014
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Who is to blame Microsoft and IBM are having difficulty doing business in China? Most probably, the State Department. Espionage and surveillance revelations force China to act decisively. ... Read more
How to Change the Startup Sound in Windows 8 - Customize Logon, Logoff, Exit
by Mihai Neacsu
on 14 May 2014
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7887 views
You'll notice that in Windows 8 and 8.1 the logon, logoff, shutdown options are missing from the CP > Sounds configuration list. Here's how to add them back, via a registry hack. ... Read more
How to disable OneDrive in Windows 8.1, removing the OneDrive tray icon in the process (2 methods)
by Mihai Neacsu
on 1 May 2014
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22859 views
So how to disable OneDrive if you don't use it, get rid of the extra tray icon and clean up the Explorer side panel as well? We'll show you 2 easy methods on how to do just that, as well as re-enabling OneDrive if you change your mind later on. ... Read more
How to download Windows 8 and 8.1 from Microsoft using your existing license key
by Mihai Neacsu
on 16 April 2014
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7970 views
You might find yourself in a situation where you have a valid Windows 8/8.1 serial number but lost your original installation disk that came with it. ... Read more
How to slipstream the Windows 8.1 Update (KB2919355)
by Mihai Neacsu
on 9 April 2014
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20431 views
The Windows 8.1 Update is now live and we'll show you how to slipstream it into your Win 8.1 install ISO using WinReducer. ... Read more
Windows 8.1 Update (KB2919355) Is Officially Live, Users Who Don't Update Won't Receive Future Patches
by Chris Thomas
on 8 April 2014
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4804 views
Users of the Windows 8 operating system have been informed that they will not be receiving any new patches beyond May 13, 2014 if they fail to download the new Windows 8.1 update, previously known as the “Spring Update†or “Update 1.†... Read more
Make a bootable USB thumb drive Windows 8 installation using Rufus or Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool
by Mihai Neacsu
on 7 April 2014
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13596 views
So you want to install Windows 8.1 and give it a spin? Upgrading from XP perhaps? Why not do a clean installation with the help of a USB stick rather than a DVD? Here's what you'll need. ... Read more
How to install Windows 8.1 on dual boot alongside Windows 7
by Mihai Neacsu
on 7 April 2014
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7572 views
This is a simple process during which you basically need to buy Windows 8.1, put it on a DVD or USB, create a new partition for it, and install. Here's the whole process in detail. ... Read more
Microsoft Unleashes New Features in Major Windows Phone 8.1 Update
by Chris Thomas
on 7 April 2014
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At Microsoft's recent 'Build 2014' conference, the technology giant showed off some of the new features that will be present in its latest Windows Phone 8.1 update. ... Read more
Where is the 'Yes' or 'No' confirmation dialog when deleting a file in Windows 8, 10? How to enable it.
by Mihai Neacsu
on 6 April 2014
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6690 views
You might have noticed that when you delete a file in Windows 8 or 8.1, it goes straight to Recycle Bin without any confirmation warning whatsoever. This is actually a feature many Windows users requested, but you can re-enable it. ... Read more
How to Install Windows XP as a Virtual Machine on Windows 8
by Chris Thomas
on 26 March 2014
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7809 views
There is a free shortcut that will let you set up your own make-shift version of Windows XP mode within Windows 8. Follow these simple steps and you'll be running old XP applications within Windows 8 in no time. ... Read more
Update 1 for Windows 8.1 is once again available from Microsoft's servers. Still unofficially.
by Mihai Neacsu
on 20 March 2014
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1892 views
We previously reported that Update 1 for Win 8.1 was 'leaked' and was available for download for a while. And now the update is back on Microsoft's servers. ... Read more
Comparison Tables of System Requirements for Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10
by Mihai Neacsu
on 17 March 2014
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42182 views
If you're planning to upgrade your current PC running XP to a newer Windows installation, than you should have a look at the basic hardware requirements for Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, and 10. ... Read more
Cortana To Launch With Windows 8.1 Update
by Dan Vlasic
on 14 March 2014
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2462 views
“Hi there. I’m Cortana. I can help make life a bit easier for you.†This is the greeting of new Microsoft Windows Phone and Windows 8.1 devices’ virtual assistant, code-named Cortana, after the famous Xbox game Halo character. ... Read more
Update 1 for Windows 8.1 Is Here, Unofficially
by Dan Vlasic
on 12 March 2014
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1946 views
Microsoft’s slip lets everyone grab Windows 8.1 update 1. If you are too impatient to wait till April to download the next major update to Microsoft’s desktop operation system, there is a great chance you can get the unofficial leaked release. ... Read more
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