Windows 7 repetitively tried to update but failed every time I boot Windows 7. It will reboot automatically several times itself. How should I fix it? First, you need to identify which update causes the problem. You can find this in the Updates control panel tool as follows. After identifying the failed package (e.g. KB3033929
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How to run programs in different languages from Windows’ language
Posted onHow to run programs in different languages from Windows’ language? For example, some non-unicode programs in Chinese on English version of Windows will display some garbage characters. You can use the AppLocale util provided by Microsoft to run legacy applications without changing language of non-Unicode applications (system locale): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AppLocale You may check this link for
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How to change default OS for windows dual boot manager in Windows 7?
Posted onHow to change default OS for windows dual boot manager in Windows 7? The c:/boot/ in older Windows does not exist anymore. Open the Control Panel and click on the System icon. In the left pane, click on the Advanced system settings link. Under the Advanced tab, click on the Settings button under Startup and
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How to efficiently take screenshot on Windows 7
Posted onI am tired of the non-efficient “Print Screen” -> Paste in Paint -> Save way. How to efficiently take screenshot on Windows 7? On Windows 7 and later ones, the “Snipping Tool” is handy. Press the “Win” key and input “snipping tool”. The tool will appear in the menu. You can select the whole window,
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Windows 7 64-bit fails to install on VirtualBox / Linux with status code 0xc0000225
Posted onWindows 7 64-bit fails to install on VirtualBox on Linux with status code 0xc0000225: “Windows failed to start. A recent hardware or software change might be the cause. To fix the problem: 1. insert your Windows installation disc and restart your computer. 2. Choose your language settings, and click “Next.” 3. Click “Repair your Computer”.
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