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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

    Download Microsoft Security Essentials in 33 languages

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    From Bulgarian to Vietnamese and Hungarian to Japanese download Microsoft Security Essentials in 33 languages for free today.

    Check out what you need systems requirements wise to be running to get Microsoft Security Essentials

    Minimum system requirements for running Microsoft Security Essentials

    Operating System: Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3)*; Windows Vista (Service Pack 1, or Service Pack 2)*; Windows 7*

    • For Windows XP, a PC with a CPU clock speed of 500 MHz or higher, and 256 MB RAM or higher.

    • For Windows Vista and Windows 7, a PC with a CPU clock speed of 1.0 GHz or higher, and 1 GB RAM or higher.

    • VGA display of 800 × 600 or higher.

    • 200 MB of available hard disk space.

    • An Internet connection is required for installation and to download the latest virus and spyware definitions for Microsoft Security Essentials.

    • Internet Browser:

      • Windows Internet Explorer 6.0 or later.

      • Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or later.

    • Microsoft Security Essentials also supports Windows XP Mode in Windows 7. For more information see the system requirements for Windows XP Mode in Windows 7.

      *Your PC must run genuine Windows to install Microsoft Security Essentials.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: MSE,Microsoft Security Essentials


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    A new home for Microsoft Security Essentials

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    Microsoft Security Essentials information and downloads are now available on the Windows site at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/products/security-essentials

    Microsoft Security Essentials

    “Use Microsoft Security Essentials to guard against viruses, spyware, and other evil software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs.

    Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and we designed it to be simple to install and easy to use. It runs quietly and efficiently in the background so you don't have to worry about interruptions or making updates. “

    On the new site no only will you be easily able to download the right version for you operating system but also get

    • Product Information
    • Support
    • Information for our partners

    Download Microsoft Security Essentials for free today

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Microsoft Security Essentials,MSE


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    How do I uninstall or remove Internet Explorer 9 when the standard uninstallation process does not work? (KB2579295)

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 2 Comments

    Well the easiest thing to do is use the automated Microsoft Fixit solution (50778)

    Microsoft Fixit 50778

    Read the full KB article 2579295 How to uninstall or remove Internet Explorer 9 when the standard uninstallation process does not work 

    Get more Internet Explorer 9 help

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Internet Explorer,IE9RC,KB2579295,microsoft fixit,50778


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    4 pictures in this weeks update to the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 1 Comments

    This weeks wonderful images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature Pink dragon fruit,the view from Haleakalā, Maui, Hawaii, Chameleons and Deer Cave, Mulu National Park, Sarawak, island of Borneo, Malaysia

    Pink dragon fruit

    Pink dragon fruit

    View from Haleakalā, Maui, Hawaii

    View from Haleakalā, Maui, Hawaii

    Chameleons

    Chameleons

    Deer Cave, Mulu National Park, Sarawak, island of Borneo, Malaysia

    Deer Cave, Mulu National Park, Sarawak, island of Borneo, Malaysia

    Get new pictures on your desktop everyday with the Bing dynamic theme for Windows 7

    One quick note when you download this theme you will see a message like

    subscribe to RSS theme

    make sure you select the Download Attachments option.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows7,themes,bing,dragon fruit,Haleakalā,Maui,Hawaii,Chameleons,Deer Cave,Mulu National Park,Sarawak,island of Borneo,Malaysia,images,pictures


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    How to tell which version of DirectX is on your computer? (video)

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    “DirectX is a suite of multimedia technologies required by many Windows games. If your computer doesn't have the right version of DirectX installed (the product box should tell you which one you need), your game might not work properly.”

    Watch this short video to learn how to check which version of DirectX is on your computer

    Watch this video to check which version of DirectX is on your Computer 

    Learn more about DirectX

    • Diagnosing basic problems with DirectX
    • DirectX: frequently asked questions
    • How can I tell if a game will run on this computer?

      Rob

    Technorati Tags: DirectX,Windows,gaming


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    How to Sign Up for a Windows Intune Trial

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    Get tips and tricks on signing up for a Windows Intune trial account with our handy guide

    Windows Intune tips and tricks (click to see detail)Windows Intune Subscription Purchase (click to expand)

    Get more information about Windows Intune

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows Intune


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    2 new Windows 7 themes to get you in the mood for Halloween

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 0 Comments

    So Halloween is coming soon and if you want to get a spooky feel to your desktop check out these latest free Windows 7 themes

    Ticket to Fear theme

    “Open the creaking door to a virtual haunted house with this free Windows 7 theme. These ghastly ghouls are guaranteed to send a Halloween shiver up your spine, so don’t blame us if you scream! “

    download free Ticket to Fear theme

    download the ticket to fear theme  - this theme has some great sounds as well

    Trick or Treat theme

    “Dress up your desktop for Halloween with the cheerfully glowing jack-o'-lanterns and sweet candy treats in this free Windows 7 theme.”

    download trick or treat theme for Windows 7

    download the trick or treat theme

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: windows 7,themes,halloween


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    20 Essential PC Shortcuts

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 1 Comments

    Which keyboard shortcuts do you use and are they in our 20 essential PC shortcuts

    1. Copy a selected item: Ctrl+C
    2. Cut a selected item: Ctrl+X
    3. Paste a selected item: Ctrl+V
    4. Undo an action: Ctrl+Z
    5. Redo that thing I just undid: Ctrl+Y
    6. Select everything: Ctrl+A
    7. Print: Ctrl+P
    8. Switch between open windows Alt+Tab
    9. Clear away everything and show the desktop Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+D
    10. Minimize the window Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Down Arrow
    11. Maximize the window Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Up Arrow
    12. Compare and contrast in a snap Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Left Arrow or Right Arrow
    13. Multitask with multiple monitors Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Shift+Right Arrow or Left Arrow
    14. Open Task Manager  Ctrl+Shift+Esc
    15. Lock your PC or switch users Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+L
    16. Choose a presentation display mode Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+P
    17. Zoom in, zoom out Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Plus Sign or Minus Sign
    18. Search for files and folders Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+F
    19. Open a new instance of a program Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+Shift+Click a taskbar icon
    20. And when you need it...get help Windows logo key Picture of the Windows logo key+F1

    Read more about Keyboard Shortcuts

    • Create keyboard shortcuts to open programs
    • Windows Media Player keyboard shortcuts
    • Windows Media Center keyboard shortcuts
    • Internet Explorer 9 keyboard shortcuts

    Personally I am still stuck on CTRL INS and SHIFT INS for cut and paste Confused smile

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows,shortcuts,Windows Media Player,Windows 7,Windows Media Center,Internet Explorer 9,IE9,WMC,WMP


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    Yellow Warbler and the Centre for the Performing Arts (aka the Egg) this weeks update to the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 3 Comments

    This weeks wonderful images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature the Centre for the Performing Arts (also known as the Egg)in Beijing and a Yellow Warbler

    An illuminated Centre for the Performing Arts, designed by French architect Paul Andreu, in Beijing, China

    An illuminated Centre for the Performing Arts, designed by French architect Paul Andreu, in Beijing, China

    Yellow Warbler

    A Yellow Warbler

    India

    .

    Get new pictures on your desktop everyday with the Bing dynamic theme for Windows 7

    One quick note when you download this theme you will see a message like

    subscribe to RSS theme

    make sure you select the Download Attachments option.

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,bing,themes,The Egg,Paul Andreu,Beijing,China,Yellow Warbler


  • The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help

    The Smurfs movie theme for Windows 7

    Posted over 2 years ago
    by Rob Margel
    • 2 Comments

    I spotted this new theme available only on the Russian Windows site Smurfs movie theme.  using bing translator it says…

    “SMURFIKI

    Select a theme for Windows 7 with your favorite heroes of the film "Smurfiki" to your desktop!
    World-famous Blue gnomiki, created by Belgian artist Payot, first came to television in the television series in the 1980 's, and in 2011, the first feature film. See the continuation in the year 2013”

    smurf movie theme for windows 7

    download Smurf movie theme for Windows 7

    click on the button downloadbutton on the page to install it

    Rob

    Technorati Tags: Windows 7,themes,smurf,smurph,Payot


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