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Do I need this update? by
Alek
"This update provides updated configuration and definitions for
compatibility diagnostics performed on the system. The updated
definitions will improve...
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List of Default Programs by
Alek
Why isn't every installed program listed under CP Default Programs
Set your default programs?
8.1
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Corrupt User Profile by
Alek
I'm getting an error in the event log that says,
The configuration registry database is corrupt.
for...
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February 23rd 15 07:01 PM
by Alek
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Removing A User by
Alek
I created a local account, played with it a bit and then -- via PC
Settings -- removed it.
Got all kinds of warnings about everything will be gone, you can't...
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February 24th 15 09:59 PM
by Alek
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814 |
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Filename Too Long by
Alek
C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Packages\winstore_cw5n1h2txyewy\LocalState\Cache\0\
has 5 files with names that are too...
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March 5th 15 01:00 AM
by Alek
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PDF File Question by
Alek
Not particularly a Windows 8 question, but ...
A friend scanned a document and it displays sideways. I can rotate it in
any of a number of PDF readers I have...
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March 18th 15 04:06 PM
by Alek
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CHKDSK says an NTFS disk is RAW! by
Alek
I have a hard disk that is failing do I replaced it and attached it via USB.
I then attempted to run CHKDSK on it (drive K:) and CHKDSK reported that
it has...
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March 11th 15 07:12 PM
by Alek
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978 |
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Windows Defender "Dismal" by
Alek
So says PC Magazine!
"Very poor aggregate score from independent labs. Poor score in our
hands-on malware blocking test. Dismal score against downloads...
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Hard Disk Management Strategies by
Alek
I've been trying to develop a strategy for backups that is both safe and
reliable. Right now I have a single inboard HD but will be adding a
second one.
The...
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How does the computer know which one? by
Alek
Suppose I have two hard drives mounted internally.
And further suppose that each is bootable. (New SSD and original
magnetic HD.)
How does the computer know...
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April 18th 15 08:13 PM
by Alek
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599 |
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Booting from SSD Success At Last! by
Alek
Many thanks to all who offered suggestions and encouragement.
The hardest part was finding a place to mount the tiny SSD in the Dell
chassis! They sure didn't...
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25 Optional Windows Updates by
Alek
I have 25 optional Windows updates staring at me.
They all say stuff like,
Recommended Update
Install this update to resolve issues in Windows. yada yada...
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Searching Installed Updates by
Alek
Just in case you forgot :-) you can search (by KB number) the updates
you have installed at:
Control Panel Programs and Features View Installed Updates
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April 27th 15 09:10 PM
by Alek
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Special Folders Revisited by
Alek
As you may recall, I am in the process of moving the special folders of
my main account to another physical drive and installing an SSD as my
boot drive.
An...
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736 |
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Reinstall 8.1 by
Alek
I decided that my best route to success was to throw in the towel and
reinstall Windows 8.1.
I have the "Dell Factory Backup" DVD set that I made with Dell's...
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Win 7 Spider Solitaire to Win 8.1? by
Alek
I've seen the answer somewhere but so far it has eluded me.
How do I get Win 7 spider solitaire program to run in Win 8.1?
Thanks.
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app suspended? by
Alek
I saw this on a mailing list...
"I happened to be looking at Process Explorer just after I had closed
the Flipboard App with the upper right corner X, and I...
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July 2nd 15 05:24 PM
by Alek
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recimg by
Alek
Do you use recimg?
How does it compare with other imaging programs?
Thanks.
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Default programs by
Alek
I saw this on a Windows mailing list, but no one has responded.
"I want to set a default program that is installed but not listed
(Cyberfox).
"How do I add...
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February 2nd 16 01:25 AM
by Monty
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7 |
1,963 |
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20 new updates! by
Alek
I am reluctant to just install all 20 of the new "important" updates,
yet do not have the patience to visit each KB page and make a decision.
Is there a...
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