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The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

Microsoftie 4 ever (18+ years) working in Windows Web Services and Content team in the UK. The blog is mainly focused on the Windows family of products and trying to provide help pointers and resources for customers on our products.
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  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Bing’s Best 2 Themepack for Windows 7

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 10 Comments

    So everyone loves the Bing homepage pictures, and now you can download the latest and best in our themepack  Bing’s Best 2 and get the following 21 images:

    “From the jagged peaks of the Andes in South America to Arizona's Vermilion Cliffs, this sequel to the popular Bing's Best theme takes your Windows 7 desktop on a trip around the world. “

    Bing's Best 2 Themepack Bing's best 2 Themepack Bing's best 2 Themepack
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    enjoy

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Bing,Windows 7,themepack

     






  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Love the Union Jack shod Minis on the Bing homepage today

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 4 Comments
     Minis on Bing

    Celebrating the 404th Birthday of the Union Flag (also known as the Union Jack) on Bing are this pair of cool Minis.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Mini,Union Jack,Bing




  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Marathi Windows 7 LIP now available

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 1 Comments

    If you like you Windows 7 in Marathi (mainly spoken in the Indian state of Maharashtra) then download the latest Language Interface Pack (LIP) now.

    Click here to download the Marathi Windows 7 LIP

    Please note that the Marathi Windows 7 LIP can only be installed on a system that runs an English version of Windows 7.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,Language Interface packs,LIP,Marathi


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Gujarati Windows 7 LIP now available

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 1 Comments

    If you like you Windows 7 in Gujarati then download the latest Language Interface Pack (LIP) now.

    Click here to download the Gujarati Windows 7 LIP

    Please note that the Gujarati Windows 7 LIP can only be installed on a system that runs an English version of Windows 7.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,Language Interface Packs,LIP,Gujarati



  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Bing the third UK advert

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

     

    Not seen this yet on the TV myself but it is currently airing

    thanks to @UKbing for the tip

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Bing



  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    5 Reasons why you should buy Windows 7 Professional?

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments
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    If you have been wondering why you should buy Windows 7 Professional then this new article may help you decide

    Why buy Windows 7 Professional?

    1. Work from anywhere – with features such as connecting to wireless networks and remembering your preferred printer…
    2. Use Windows XP programs – with XP Mode
    3. Safeguard your word – with backup and restore and file and folder encryption
    4. Be more productive – with performance improvements, the redesigned desktop and more
    5. Have some fun – with features such as DirectX 11 for gaming and Windows Media Center

    You can buy Windows 7 Professional direct from the Microsoft Store, or if you are still unsure of whihc version of Windows 7 to get then try our feature comparison page

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7






  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Basque Windows 7 LIP now available

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    If you like you Windows 7 in Basque then download the latest Language Interface Pack (LIP) now.

    Click here to download the Basque Windows 7 LIP

    Please note that we are releasing a 32- and 64-bit version of the Basque Windows 7 LIP.  If you need help deciding which download to choose try or 32/64 bit FAQ.  This LIP can be installed only on a system that runs either a Spanish or French version of Windows 7.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,Basque,Language Interface Packs,Lip



  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Galician Windows 7 LIP now available

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    If you like you Windows 7 in Galician then download the latest Language Interface Pack (LIP) now.

    Click here to download the Galician Windows 7 LIP

    Please note that we are releasing a 32- and 64-bit version of the Galician Windows 7 LIP, please scroll to the bottom of the page and choose which version you need.  If you need help deciding which download to choose try or 32/64 bit FAQ. This LIP can be installed only on a system that runs a Spanish version of Windows 7.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Language Interface packs,LIP,Galician,Windows 7



  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Uzbek Windows 7 LIP now available.

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    If you like you Windows 7 in Uzbek then download the latest Language Interface Pack (LIP) now.

    Click here to download the Uzbek Windows 7 LIP

    Please note that the Uzbek Windows 7 LIP can only be installed on a system that runs either English or Russian 32-bit version of Windows 7.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,Uzbek,Langiuage Interface Packs,LIP



  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Download Internet Explorer 8 Performance White Paper

    Posted over 3 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    Well worth a read whether you are an IE8 Guru or novice…

    “This document will help you learn about ways to optimize Internet Explorer 8 performance. Some of these tips and tricks are well known, such as the Manage Add-ons dialog, but the paper addresses other irregular factors that affect performance. Familiarizing yourself with these issues that may affect Internet Explorer 8 performance will empower you to get the most out of your browsing experience.”

    Internet Explorer 8 Performance Whitepaper

    The paper covers a whole bunch of stuff including…

    • Browser add-ons
    • Toolbars
    • Malware and Spyware
    • Restricted Sites
    • Keep your software up to date
    • Reset IE8 settings
    • Plus some more advance topics such as User Agent String and concurrent download settings

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: IE8,download,whitepaper




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