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Microsoft has pulled a number of recent security patches because of users reporting issues after installing the updates. The main culprit appears to be KB2982791 which was delivered during August and, according to Microsoft’s support website, can cause several issues, the most serious of which […]
Windows Search has been much maligned. There are forums all over the internet where it has been vigorously discussed, often in vitriolic terms. Typical complaints are that it can’t find a file even when you know the file is present, and, most often, “it just
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When you are working at your PC desktop, it’s good to have an interesting background to gaze at occasionally, while waiting for the great thoughts to come. Windows has its limited number of Themes, some of which will even change between backgrounds at regular intervals.
The latest rumors surrounding the next major Windows version, Windows 9 (also referred to as “Threshold”), are suggesting that Microsoft is set to introduce virtual desktops and kill off the much maligned Charms Bar. According to a variety of sources, current internal alpha builds of
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This guide relates to Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1, access is slightly different but the procedures from there on are identical. System Restore was first introduced in Windows ME as a solution for otherwise unresolvable system malfunctions or other issues per medium of restoring a
Did you know that Windows 8.x includes an automatic system for easily backing up your personal data? It’s called “File History”, but it’s not very obvious and consequently not terribly well known either. We are always urging DCT readers to backup their precious personal files
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Windows 7 has been one of Microsoft’s most successful and popular operating systems to date, and deservedly so, it really is a great operating system. Initially released to the masses in October 2009, following hot on the heels of Vista’s dismal performance, Windows 7 has
The Beginning I know, I know… the many things you all hate about Windows 8.x. But… There are many things to love as well. HotKeys are one of them. Windows 8.x has a plethora of them which will make your life easier. This is a
Ever since its initial release, Windows 8 has attracted more than its fair share of criticism, some of it warranted, some of it not. For whatever reason, be it unfamiliarity or inexperience, several of the more frequent complaints are, in my humble opinion, largely unfounded
Over the past couple of months my time spent with Windows has been pretty adventurous. My newest machine is getting on for 5 years old now and hardware failures have contributed to a slew of minor issues and some serious down time… mind you, anything
A device driver (commonly referred to as simply a driver) is a computer program that operates or controls a particular type of device that is attached to a computer. A driver provides a software interface to hardware devices, enabling operating systems and other computer programs
First light It always feels like Christmas Eve when a new operating system glimmers over the horizon. When the day finally dawns and we can all give the shiny new Windows a test drive round the park,we know the big day has finally arrived. It
Windows 8.x – Stand By Your Man I have received many criticisms for my pro-Win8 stance over the past few months. Many are telling me that my position is unwarranted and that Win8.whatever simply sucks. Well, I’m going to take a stab at bolstering my
Microsoft recently sent out an email notifying its Service users of changes to the Terms of Use and Privacy policy. In the email, Microsoft says that the needs of the users is at the center of everything they do, and as a result they are
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