How To Make Windows 8.1 Desktop Look Like Earlier Version Of Windows
Jul 23, 2014How can I make Windows 8.1 Desktop look like earlier version of windows with the windows start ball on the bottom left corner etc?
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Apps / Software :: Change Compatibility To Run On Earlier Version Of Windows For EXE File
Jan 2, 2014I am trying to change the compatibility to run on an earlier version of windows for an exe file, but when I go to the compatibility tab, theres no bar to change the compatibility.
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Oct 30, 2013I upgraded my laptop to Win 8.1 a few days ago and everything seemed to be working fine. I ran into an issue today using the desktop version of IE 11 where I can type text into the address bar but if I select a field on a web page, I am not able to type text into it. I normally use FireFox as my browser and it works fine (as does Chrome). If I bring up the Metro version of IE 11, I can enter text fine.
It's not a big deal since I rarely use IE but it bugs me now that I know about it. I just checked on a netbook I upgraded and don't see the issue there.
Setup Installation :: Repair Or Reinstall Win 8 Pro Version While Keeping Desktop App
Oct 27, 2013Is it possible to repair or reinstall windows 8 pro while keeping the desktop app using the windows 8 installation disk and if so any link to a site that explain how to do it.
View 6 Replies View RelatedTransferring Programs From Earlier Versions Of Windows?
Dec 11, 2012I have the disks for a number of programs I have used in the past on my computers (Windows 95 - Windows 7) I shall try to download some of these to a new HP laptop using Windows 8. What success have other users of this forum had in using old programs? Which programs were successful and which died?
View 6 Replies View RelatedGetting Rid Of App Desktop Of 8.1 To Make Boot Faster
Sep 15, 2014I have setup Windows 8.1 so it boots directly into the old Windows 7 desktop interface and that works fine for me.
Since I never have any use for the app desktop, is it possible to avoid that desktop from even loading so as to make the boot faster?
Hardware Drivers :: Force Earlier Drivers In Windows 8.1?
Jul 18, 2014I was wondering if there is a way to force Windows 8.1 to use older drivers, for example, force a generic Bluetooth adapter driver to use version 6.2.9200 instead of 6.3.9600.
I am just trying to troubleshoot a problem and was curious, and wanted to try if its possible.
How To Make Disappear Virtual Keyboard Icon When Run Desktop App
Sep 6, 2012When I run the Desktop app in Windows 8 64-bit, the icon of a virtual keyboard is always displayed on the taskbar on the right. What is? How do I to make it disappear?
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Oct 28, 2013Am "using new HP laptop 2000-2d27dx Windows 8.1. Only way I shutdown or restart is going to "charms" panel - Settings - then click Power off icon and choose Sleep, Shutdown or Restart. Is there a way to put a SHORTCUT for Shutdown and Restart on the desktop and/or the Start screen?
View 6 Replies View RelatedHow To Unzip File And Make BIOS Update Stick For Flashing Desktop
May 26, 2014I am on my laptop at the moment and am trying to make a BIOS update stick for flashing my main desktop at home that has an Asus P8Z77-V board.
Now I have downloaded and saved both the BIOS utility - renamer and the BIOS version itself and both are zipped files.
I have tried using 7-zip to rename that BIOS file which the manual tells me I have to do but to get it to work when I use the 7-zip it goes to choose an app from the store. Now I have never fully understood zipping and unzipping files to be able to use the application and now this message has got me even more perplexed as to what to do!
I did try this at home on the main machine but I did go round in circles on that (7) machine and until I get the BIOS ready on the stick I cannot flash the BIOS on that main machine.
Apps / Software :: How To Make Gadgets (8 Gadget Pack) Visible After Showing Desktop
Jun 29, 2014On Windows 8.1 I installed 8Gadgetpack to bring back the Windows 7 sidebar, and for the most part it works great except for one thing, when I click show desktop (or press win+D) it hides the gadgets as well. Is there a way to prevent this without having to press win+G all the time after showing desktop?
View 9 Replies View RelatedHow To Know Version Of Windows
May 21, 2014I have an installation file of windows 8.I downloaded, its name "Windows 8".I want to know which version of windows 8?(windows 8, windows 8 pro, windows 8.1 or windows 8.1 pro).I want to find product key before installing it.t
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Aug 28, 2012My computer lock-up after 2 secs log into windows (due to drivers problem). I need to boot my computer to safe mode directly and use driver sweeper to fix the problem. However, I'm not able to get into safe mode. (F8, Shift+F8) doesn't work neither.
I'm using Windows 8 Pro MSDN version.
Audio :: ITunes Version Compatible With Windows 8?
Aug 5, 2013Is there a version of Itunes that's compatible with Windows 8? I've installed Version 11.0.4, which is supposed to be compatible, several times, but it just won't run.
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Jan 10, 2014I bought a legitimate copy of Windows 8 Pro Upgrade version about a month ago. While doing a clean install on my desktop computer, I found out that you cannot do a clean install from an upgrade version of Windows. I figured out how to do a clean install of Windows by following the steps on this website: [URL] .....
When I open the Windows Store App, I can't find the option that lets me update to Windows 8.1. Is there anyway I can legitimately update my copy of Windows to Windows 8.1?
How To Boot To Safe Mode On Windows 8 Pro MSDN Version
Aug 29, 2012I tried F8, and Shift+F8 and doesn't work.
Computer lock-up 2 seconds after entering to windows, so the msconfig method won't work(Not fast enough to launch it before it lock up).
Does Windows 8 Consumer Version Have Storage Spaces Function
Dec 16, 2012Does windows 8 consumer version have "storage spaces" function?
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Nov 22, 2013I am getting a message saying your computer doesn't seem to support any version of Windows Media Player
System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2
OS Version: Microsoft Windows 8.1, 64 bit
Processor: AMD A8-4500M APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics, AMD64 Family 21 Model 16 Stepping 1
Processor Count: 4
RAM: 5602 Mb
Graphics Card: AMD Radeon HD 7640G, 512 Mb
Hard Drives: C: Total - 583776 MB, Free - 454838 MB; D: Total - 25913 MB, Free - 3042 MB;
Motherboard: Hewlett-Packard, 184B
Antivirus: Windows Defender, Disabled
Hardware Drivers :: TAP - Windows Adapter Version 9 Installs Every Boot Up
Aug 19, 2014Firstly I don't know it this should be in this section or in the network section, but every time I boot up, my reliably monitor always says successful installing of Tap -Windows Adapter Version 9. I've done some research and it apparently comes from installing a VPN software (Which I don't remember).
How to install this driver as about once a week, the driver will appear in the device manger, and I will get an "undefined network" in the network and sharing centre.
The time it does appear in the device manger I right click it and click "uninstall" which it does, but next boot up reliably monitor will say the driver installed, even tho it does not list it in under a device or networking and sharing monitor.
Is there a way to delete it?
I read somewhere, where apparently it was in the registry which I tried to delete but it kept says I did not have permission or something along those lines.
Setup Installation :: Windows 8 Upgrade Version Install On New Hardware
Jan 30, 2013I got the Win 8 pro upgrade and since I am getting a nice refund for taxes I am buying an new motherboard cpu and ram.
What I would like to know is am I still going to be able to use the Upgrade on the new hardware? I can install win 7 first then do an upgrade if need be. Will I have to do something with the activation or what?
I am unsure of what is going to be required of me. Am I still legal with the upgrade install or will I have to buy an oem or retail?
Setup Installation :: Change Windows 8 Version From Retail To Volume License Without Reinstall?
Oct 29, 2013Currently i am using windows 8 pro retail version.But i want to change the retail edition of my windows 8 to volume license version of windows 8 pro so that i can activate my product with the key provided by my corporate network.How to change windows 8 pro retail to windows 8 pro vl without reinstalling windows??
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Feb 16, 2014I tried to use my license key to Add Features to Windows 8.1 but then I got that message.
It didn't say that when I first did it!
How To Determine What Version Of Flash Is Actually Embedded In IE
Mar 7, 2013How do I determine what version of Flash is actually embedded in IE?
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Jul 2, 2014I recently went through a ton of issues with my lenovo y510p laptop and since it didn't come with a recovery disc, I was forced to reinstall windows 8 through a recovery disc on a usb stick. However, the only one I was able to get was an "evaluation version" of windows, so I've lost my original version of windows 8 after the reinstall. Is there any way to find my old key so that I can upgrade? I've tried a key finder, but it only finds the evaluation key.
Would I have to contact Lenovo to see if they can give me my product key or is there an easier way?
Setup Installation :: Upgrading Win 8 To Pro Version - Need BitLocker
Sep 7, 2013I have a laptop that has win 8 but not the Pro version.And it apparently does not have Bitlocker on it.
I have the win 8 Pro upgrade software but i think its the full version which i bought for another pc.And the upgrading instructions on the outside of the box talks about upgrading from vista or xp only.I am running win 8.
The only reason I am wanting to upgrade to win 8 Pro is to have Bitlocker.
Is it not possible to install the win 8 Pro OS?
Or is there another way of obtaining Bitlocker?
Its an acer laptop.
The system info says:
The system type is a "x64 based-pc"
Celeron cpu 1017u 1.6 ghz,2 cores,2 logical processors,
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Yahoo Games Blocked On New Version Of Java
Jan 16, 2014I downloaded the newest version of Java, and now when I try to go to yahoo games,I am blocked. how do I get unblocked?
View 1 Replies View RelatedChange 8.1 Search Charm To Behave Like 8.0 Version
Nov 27, 2013I'm sure Microsoft thought they were solving problems by completely changing the search functionality in Windows 8.1. However, I can't possibly be the only person who thinks they've ruined one of the best features of Windows 8, can I?
Before the upgrade, I could start typing in the Start screen, then select where I wanted to search (for example, I could click an app in the list to search within that app, or select files or settings etc.). Furthermore, apps would make use of the search charm, instead of having a search box on-screen all the time. This all made sense - a beautifully simple way to access the function in all apps. In 8.1 there are search boxes stuck on the screen in various locations. Two examples are: Mail, with the search box at the top of the list of emails on the left side, and Wikipedia, with the search box over on the right.
This elegant search function has been overhauled for the worse, IMO. Now, to search the Wikipedia app (for e.g.), I have to first load the app, and then search with the search box, which has added a step. And the universal search now brings up an annoying separate app with all the results across several areas for me to wade through.
OK, rant over. I'm sure many people actually like the new way, and that's fine. But is there any way to restore the old way without downgrading the OS?
Tablets :: Surface Pro / Can't Access IE Touch Version
Mar 28, 2014I have a surface pro 1 with windows 8.1 installed. When I am on the metro screen and I click the Internet Explorer tile, I am sent to the desktop and the desktop version IE opens. How do I rein-able the touch version of IE.
I have IE 11 installed. I also have classic shell installed.