Something to keep in mind: Using Hyper-V you can only create virtual machines on 64-bit versions or Windows 8, but the client tools are available for 32-bit and 64-bit versions. In the case you are using the 32-bit version of Windows 8, you will be able to go through the installation process, but you won’t be able to create a virtual machine (VM). Installing or enabling Hyper-V step-by-step Open the Run command by using the Win Key +R, then type appwiz....

The Lock screen covers the screen real estate entirely with a background, which you can customize at any time and it sits on top of the new sign-in screen where you can select a user and supply a password (if configured) to get into the account. Like with most Windows 8 features, all aspects of the Lock screen can be customized, and it also offers what Microsoft calls “glance and go”, an experience that basically means that with just a peek at the screen you get useful live information without even signing in....

After unlocking your user account you’ll be presented with the Windows 8 Start screen. This is an experience that uses the new Microsoft design language, and you’ll see it throughout the Windows product family including: Windows Phone, Windows Server, Xbox, Windows online services, and of course in Windows 8. Getting to know the Windows 8 Start screen The new dashboard is a chromeless full-screen canvas filled with new live tiles that represent your Windows 8 apps, traditional desktop applications, pinned folders, links to your favorite websites, and many other sort of items....

In Windows 8.1 Update, Microsoft focused attention on making Windows more useful depending the hardware (desktop, laptop, and tablet) and included even more features for those customers using the mouse and keyboard. With the next version of the operating system, which it might be called “Windows 9”, Microsoft will continue with the efforts to undo the damage done in the OS and it try to win over Windows 7 users as well....

“Blue” is a new major update and a big shift for the company toward rolling new updates every 12 months. The update is similar to what we know as “service pack”, but it will also include new changes to enhance the user-interface, and changes to the entire ecosystem and pricing. According to The Verge, the software giant is making Windows Blue the piece of software that all PCs users will install....

According to Tom Warren, Terry Myerson, head of the OS group, confirmed the new direction during a big meeting to employees. The information this far is just that… Microsoft did not revealed more details to how the new Windows Store unification will work or if at one point all the apps in the store will run across platforms (e.g., Windows Phone, Surface, and Windows 8.1 PCs). However the plan is to have a single store by the next release of Windows and Windows Phone OS....

Windows Terminal is a new app designed to be the primary modern experience to run Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Linux, and on version 0.8, the app brings changes for search, new retro theme, ability to resize tabs, and a bunch of settings updates. Retro Terminal Effects The “Retro Terminal Effects” is an experiment, and it’s theme designed to bring CRT retro effects inside the Windows Terminal. If you want to try it, you need to update of your profiles with this line of code: “experimental....

You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.

In this new version, Microsoft is focusing on making the experience even faster than before, and there is a completely revamped dashboard which has been designed based on feedback adding the ability to customize Home just the way you want. The update also expands to Guide and Community, and future releases will bring updates to Avatars, Game Hubs, Profiles, and more. Here are more details about this first preview of the next major update for the Xbox One dashboard....

The company has been making the energy-saving option the default on new consoles since March 2022. However, since this setting was not always the default, millions of consoles still have the “instant on” option set as the default, which consumes more energy. The plan is to release an update that will automatically switch Xbox consoles to the Shutdown energy-saving mode. However, the option to switch back to the Sleep “instant on” option will remain available....

Although Windows 11 is based on Windows 10, no matter the release on your laptop or desktop computer, the upgrade process will require complete reinstallation, which means there is a good chance of problems before and after the installation. However, if you prepare your system before the installation, you will minimize the chances of issues and will have a way to recover quickly if something wrong happens. This guide will highlight several tips to prepare your computer for a successful Windows 11 upgrade....

Instructions Download the utility from its source: Winaero.com. Extract the files from the zipped folder. If the Windows SmartScreen appears, click More info and then click or tap Run anyway. Finally double-click WinaeroGlass.exe and watch your screen change to glass. That’s all there is to it. Two things to keep in mind though: the translucent effect last only as long you are signed in to your account. If you sign out or restart your PC, you’ll need to repeat the process....

I previously wrote about the build 9369 leak and I noted that there weren’t many changes added since 9364, and this time with Windows 8.1 build 9374 is the same deal, there aren’t a huge amount of changes, but there are a few things that are valuable to point out. The first thing to note is that build 9374 is labeled “Windows 8.1 Pro Preview”, really not a surprise here, as we all are expecting a stable Preview by the end of June, but the “Windows 8....

The new Universal app had been built from the ground up to take full advantage of Windows 10. The new version of the financial app includes Cortana integration so you can easily use voice commands to check your balance, open the app to pay your bills directly, transfer money, find the closest banking location, and even contact the bank for support. Other features in the Back of American Universal app include a new redesigned user interface that match the Windows 10 apps language with a left rail and a hamburger button....

In this article I am going to show you how to import bookmarks (or Favorites) from Internet Explorer into Google Chrome, but note this process should also work for all other supported web browsers. While in Google Chrome, click the wrench and select Options. Click on Personal Stuff and in the Browsing data section, click Import data from another browser button. Then select from which web browser you want to import your bookmarks from (e....

You will find all these full-of-love situations photographed just for you in this collection and they will make your next best desktop background so far. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Cats Anytime theme | Download All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes....

The theme is available for free to set as desktop backgrounds only on devices running Windows 10. To install this collection of images, use the download link below. Then click the Get button in the Microsoft Store, and click the Apply button. Finally, select the collection from the “Themes” settings page to apply it. If the backgrounds rotate too quickly, after applying the theme, you can go to Settings > Personalization > Background, and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation timing....

Also for those of you who like to admire different models of this powerful machine and appreciate the talent of good in motion photography, all you have to do is download this free set for Windows and enjoy! You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....

To help a little bit to set a good mood, today we have 5 great Windows 7 themes for gamers and movies fans; these themes are really great and some of them also come with their own sound theme, which is not a common thing from Microsoft to do. You can also find a lot more themes visiting Personalization Gallery website. Alan Wake This Windows 7 Theme comes with 12 great high-definition screenshots from the XBOX 360 video game Alan Wake, it also comes with a custom windows color decoration, and Alan Wake sound theme — really spooky –....