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Q. Where do you find a dog with no legs? A. Where you left it. :D
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My pc CPU Type: Intel Q9450 HDD Capacity: 500 GB Memory : 4GB DDR2 800 Mainboard: Asus P5N-D Video Card: Nvidia 9800GTX + 512M Case: Antec Nine Hundred Power Supply: ATX 600W It does not come with a OS, i have both XP and Vista installation discs. I will be doing regular thigns like word processing, surfing, editing of videos and music and mostly gaming. Which OS is right for this pc? (and if its vista, do i go with 64 or 32 bit?) Thanks
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Hello people Nice to join your group.I have been having mulitiple problems with my 2 gateway desktops with vista home premium.The first I had no ability to do shadow copys(back ups)I mean no back ups at all.I called gateway and they told me it was beyond there scope!!My media center in first computer froze up every time I ventured a step in.So on to second p.c have had problems with MP telemetry?Dont know why and aol is messing with me constantly and many minor little bugs.My question is this .In my problems and reports program they said I have solutions to some of my issues the first solution is the compatability issue with amt interface driver and vista (get new driv…
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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17063 for PC to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring and for those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17063 Introducing Timeline Timeline is here! We know that it can be difficult to get back to stuff you were working on in the past. If you’re like us, you might sometimes forget which site or app you were using or where you saved a file. Now you can finally close apps without worrying—with Timeline, you can get right back to where you left off. Timeline introduces a new way to resume past activities you started on this PC, other Windows PCs, and iOS/Android devices.…
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Hi, This is my first time to post. "My computer icon" will not open and will not work when I try to get to it another way. Would that be a computer or a microsoft problem. I have Microsoft office professional edition 2003.
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Well this year all my presents to relatives are Apple products. I am giving my wife a 64bit iPod Touch. Everyone else is getting some sort of iPod or iPhone extra. I have to say it will be a very Apple Christmas in my house.
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can any1 tell me how to get rid of the viruses on my computer?
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Hi everybody, Im new to your forum and not to up on computers.I was looking for a cure to the windows defender (application failed to initialise 0x800106ba)when i found your forum and read a few stories of the same tale of woe.I have windows vista home premium 2007 edition 32bit.I have checked my event log(problems/reports) and found that defender packed up at the same time bt changed my security from norton to mc affe.Wether these events are involved with each other i dont know.but in a round about way the events lead me to the following.Click on start, type in search b…
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I am unable to complete setup of 'microsoft office home & student'.I've purchased a licence, what do I do:rolleyes:
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Looking for a new laptop for general use? Or updating your gaming system? Either way, Acer has new and refreshed options coming your way. https://blogs.windows.com/wp-content/uploads/prod/sites/2/2020/06/93a90fa6e34ebe7f7b007f024d2cf238.jpg Acer Swift 5 The new Swift 5 notebook is an ultraportable device with ultra-narrow bezels that allow for 90% screen-to-body ratio and next gen Intel Core processors with powerful integrated graphics based on Intel’s new Xe architecture and an optional NVIDIA GeForce MX350 GPU – all under three pounds. This power makes it possible to seamlessly run multiple applications at once, and they load quickly thanks to 1 TB of high-spee…
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Back in June, we shared a look at Microsoft Edge’s industry-leading efficiency, which allows Microsoft Edge users to rely on more battery life than the other browsers we tested. With the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, we made a number of additional improvements to make Microsoft Edge last even longer, and today we’re rerunning our tests with the latest version of each tested browser to see how things match up. At the risk of giving away the ending, the results may look familiar! With the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, Microsoft Edge is more efficient than ever, and still the best choice for extending your battery life on Windows 10 – up to 24%-43% more efficient than t…
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Today at PAX West, Dell unveiled all-new Alienware gaming notebooks with Windows 10, including the introduction of its thinnest and first-ever VR-ready notebooks. To celebrate its 20th anniversary as a leading pioneer in specialty high-performance PC gaming systems, this new line of notebooks run on Windows 10 and boast the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series family of GPUs, desktop-class graphics performance on notebooks and more. Let’s take a look at these gaming-ready PCs: The Alienware 17 with Windows 10 Click to view slideshow. The new Alienware 17 is the ultimate gaming notebook with an emphasis on screen size, gaming performance and overall immersion. This flags…
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With the official debut of Microsoft Ventures in late May, the momentum is already underway in our first few months. Our aim is to use this fund to place bets on innovators who align to our investment focus – cutting-edge technologies that better enable digital transformation. The reception we’ve received, from both the entrepreneurs who are aligned with our ambitions and the VCs who see us as a valuable partner, has blown past our expectations. We are now providing financing and strategic relationships with Microsoft to entrepreneurs in New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Tel Aviv. We’ve seen great deal flow and have already completed 13 investments from Series A to Ser…
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Hello Windows Insiders! It’s been a busy few weeks here in Redmond. Last week, we had engineering reviews where each team presented their plans for the next few months to make sure that the customer scenarios we want to deliver are all prioritized appropriately. It was great to see all of the Windows leaders in the same room and the energy and excitement about this release was obvious by some of the live-tweeting that went on during the week. You will see the results of the reviews in the builds that will be coming out in the next few months. Now, onto the news you all have been waiting for! Today we are excited to be releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14915…
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Today at IFA 2016, Acer unveiled several great new Windows 10 devices and desktop monitors, including PCs built ready for gaming or working on-the-go. The Acer Swift 7 and Spin 7 with Windows 10 are both less than three pounds and extremely thin, so you can take them anywhere. The Predator 21 X, a 21” Curved-Screen Notebook with Windows 10 comes with built-in eye-tracking hardware (infrared sensors and software), introducing new interactions in gaming like aiming, identifying enemies and taking cover simply by gazing at objects on the screen. The infrared sensors also enable Windows Hello for added security and convenience, scanning your face to unlock the device, in plac…
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With this update, available as a free download today, you get new experiences that help minimize distractions and make the most of every moment by saving you time. Our hope is that you’ll have more time to do what matters most to you whether that’s to create, play, work, or simply do what you love. You can get the April 2018 Update in a couple different ways. If you already have a Windows 10 PC and have automatic updates enabled, the update will be delivered to you when it’s ready for your machine. That roll-out begins on May 8. If you are an advanced user and would like to get the update today, visit this blog post to learn how. Here’s what’s new in the Windows 10 …
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Today, Paul Jensen, Studio Manager of Microsoft Casual Games announced on Xbox Wire that Microsoft Solitaire Collection on Windows has reached more than 100 million unique users. To commemorate the milestone, we’re sharing a few facts you might not know about Microsoft Solitaire Collection and details on a new game feature that will take your Solitaire gameplay to the next level! http://extremetechsupport.com/data/MetaMirrorCache/39d7638b21e428aa7dd4355f89e0dfa6.png Some facts you might not know about Microsoft Solitaire Collection In its 26-year run, Solitaire still remains one of the most played games of all time on any Windows OS and with today’s Microso…
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Today at IFA 2016, Lenovo announced great new additions to their multimode PC family, including the new Yoga 910 convertible laptop and the Miix 510 detachable. These new devices with Windows 10 arrive with the newest industry technology built-in, including the Yoga 910’s fingerprint reader that utilizes Windows Hello to simplify logging in. Let’s take a look at a few of the devices announced today: The Lenovo Yoga Book 2-in-1 tablet with Windows 10 Click to view slideshow. The new Lenovo Yoga Book with Windows 10 is a 2-in-1 tablet designed for unmatched productivity while on-the-go. It’s thin and light – weighing less than two pounds – and you can easily take …
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Renault-Nissan is first auto manufacturer to commit to platform to build connected cars Traditional automakers, many of whom ushered in an era of incredible disruption nearly a century ago, now face disruption themselves from four modern forces — connected, autonomous, shared and electric cars. The infrastructure and scale required to build a connected car is incredibly complicated, expensive and resource intensive. At its core, it’s a software challenge, and a chief obstacle for these brands is integrating the complex cloud technology required to deliver next-generation driving experiences. Today at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, we announced the Micro…
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Today, we’re happy to announce that you can now pre-order Windows 10 PC games from the Windows Store. As we prepare for one of our biggest holiday launches ever, the Window 10 PC versions of ReCore, Forza Horizon 3, and Gears of War 4 can be pre-ordered from the Windows Store starting today. http://extremetechsupport.com/data/MetaMirrorCache/9bfc09249c738318bffac9aeff319ad8.jpg Each of these games supports Xbox Play Anywhere, giving our community the freedom to play their games wherever they want. These are just the first few Xbox Play Anywhere games, with many more coming – check out the full list at Xbox Play Anywhere. When you buy an Xbox Play Anywhere digital…
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Grab a new, participating NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 or 1070 graphics card, system or laptop to get a full-game download of Gears of War 4 for PC. https://extremetechsupport.com/data/MetaMirrorCache/fd6dafdb858e528ff22612b53174eae0.png Yesterday, we shared the new launch trailer for Gears of War 4. Today, GeForce announced their Gears of War 4 GeForce GTX Bundle, which includes a full-game download for PC. Play Video Restricted Content Confirm your age to continue month JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember day 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 year 20162015201420132012201120102009200820072…
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Today we’re celebrating 50 years of Star Trek and giving you the chance to earn great rewards with a special offer on Star Trek movies and TV shows in the Windows Store. This offer includes Star Trek movies and TV series spanning the franchise since the original Star Trek launched. You can be amongst the first to pre-order the newly released movie, Star Trek Beyond. https://extremetechsupport.com/data/MetaMirrorCache/e4d32e26e27c34bd6d05df9b467b41db.jpg Earn great rewards simply by purchasing or renting any of the Star Trek content in the Windows Store We recently introduced Microsoft Rewards, a program that gives members the ability to earn rewards by searchin…
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Last week, we gave you a tour around what’s new in the Windows Store with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update. Today, we’re going to show you how you can quickly and easily search your PC and the web all in one place. Your customizable taskbar is a great place to start any search! To search from your taskbar, simply click the Cortana* icon and type your query: https://extremetechsupport.com/data/MetaMirrorCache/ceedf5237d8d1b9b1b043a201f477d23.gif For example, if you search “Xbox” you’ll see it brings up apps, apps related to Xbox, Xbox-related settings, and additional Xbox entries in the Windows Store. It also allows you to select a web search for Xbox, or searc…
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Today, HP Inc. debuted two new desktop PCs with Windows 10 that are revolutionizing traditional desktop design for the home and workplace. These PCs light up great Windows 10 features – for example, the dual microphones in the HP Pavilion Wave and the dual microphone module in the HP Elite Slice both enable Cortana* with voice integration, so you can communicate naturally by talking with your own digital personal assistant. Let’s take a look at these new desktop PCs: The HP Pavilion Wave with Windows 10 Click to view slideshow. With the HP Pavilion Wave, design, entertainment and productivity come together in an exciting new design. For customers who want a PC t…
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