Windows 8
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Chromium-based Edge gets dark mode for Windows 7 and 8.1, plus other tweaks
By Darren Allan published
Some problematic bugs have been fixed, as ever, plus a Global Media Control panel has sneaked in.
Chromium-based Edge lands on Windows 7 and 8.1 (with dark mode coming soon)
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft has unleashed the revamped Edge on older versions of Windows, and promises an in-browser dark mode soon.
Microsoft’s latest Windows patches are slowing or locking up some PCs
By Darren Allan published
If you’re using certain antivirus apps, including Avira’s popular free product, you could run into trouble here.
Latest Windows patches fix two actively exploited zero-day security holes
By Darren Allan published
Kaspersky found one of these, and advises not hanging about when downloading fixes for actively exploited vulnerabilities.
How to set up a Windows VPN
By Desire Athow published
Follow our simple instructions to set up your VPN on Windows 7, 8, or Windows 10.
How to set up a proxy server
By Desire Athow published
We look at how to configure a proxy on Windows 10, Windows 8, and macOS.
Windows 7 updates stop working as Microsoft takes its eye off the ball
By Darren Allan published
Following a recent major bugbear hitting Windows 8, it’s now Windows 7’s turn…
Microsoft won’t pre-load Windows installation files without consent ever again
By Darren Allan published
This was one of many controversial aspects when it came to the free OS upgrade offer for Windows 7/8 users.
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