The blog of Rob Margel - Windows Help
Microsoftie 4 ever (19+ 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.
Get to your favourite sites faster with Pinned Sites in IE9 (video)
Read more about Pinned Sites Get more help for Internet Explorer 9 and Windows 7 Rob Technorati...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/07/2012
12 handy tips for Windows 7
If you are new to Windows 7 then it may be worth checking out our 12 handy tips for Windows 7...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/06/2012
How to uninstall or change a program in Windows 7 (Video)
Uninstall or change a program in Windows 7 “You can uninstall a program from your computer if you no...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/05/2012
Windows 8 Cake
Not had a cake related post for some time so thought I would share this picture of Windows 8...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/02/2012
Internet Explorer Pop-up Blocker: FAQ
Internet Explorer Pop-up Blocker: frequently asked questions covering the following questions What...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/02/2012
Nightfall and Starlight panoramic theme for Windows 8
this is so super cool Nightfall and Starlight panoramic theme “Designed to extend seamlessly across...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/01/2012
Additional Windows 8 Consumer Preview downloads and resources
After yesterdays release of Windows 8 Consumer Preview we have some additional resources tat you...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/01/2012
Windows 8 Consumer Preview FAQ
Windows 8 Consumer Preview: Frequently asked questions From explaining what the Windows 8 Consumer...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/29/2012
Windows 8 Consumer Preview Product Guide for Business
Download a detailed guide to the new and improved features in Windows 8 including AppLocker,...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/29/2012
Windows 8 Consumer Preview System Requirements
Windows 8 Consumer Preview works great on the same hardware that powers Windows 7: Processor: 1...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/29/2012
Microsoft Fix it Center Pro automated diagnostic portal
Fix it Center Pro is an automated troubleshooting service from Microsoft. This service...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/29/2012
Dream Garden theme for Windows 7
“Lose yourself in a dream world of flowers and leaves: This free Windows 7 theme of photos by...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/29/2012
2 great Windows 7 themes from Australia free to download (landscapes and shores)
Australian Shores theme “The best of Australian beaches and waterways are on display in this free...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/28/2012
Fix error Error message 0x80070424 when you use Windows Update or Windows Firewall (KB968002)
Using the Windows Update Troubleshooter Error message 0x80070424 when you use Windows Update or...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/28/2012
This weeks images in bing dynamic theme pack features Lake Argentino, Winking bridge, Dicentra and Pygmy Sweeper fish
The latest 4 pictures in the bing dynamic theme feature Lake Argentino, Winking Bridge, Dicentra and...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/28/2012
Automatically fix error code 0x8007000D when trying to activate Windows server 2008 or Windows 7 (KB2230957)
With this Microsoft Fixit Read more at the full KB article (KB2230957) Error code 0x8007000D when...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/21/2012
Quick tip : 3 easy ways to find text on a webpage with Internet Explorer 9
Quite simple when you know how 1. Click the Tools button , point to File, and then click Find on...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/20/2012
Ghost Town and Dark Skies themes for Windows 7
We have just released 2 new Windows 7 themes by photographer Tracy Hymas featuring the ghost town...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/20/2012
Identifying the true web address is easy with domain highlighting in IE9 (Video)
“One way to avoid deceptive websites is to know the address of the website you're intending to...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/17/2012
Download Masquerade theme for Windows 7
Masquerade theme for Windows 7 “Bring a note of joy, mystery, and aristocratic decadence to your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/15/2012
UK Windows 7 Future Proof University Tour
The Windows 7 Future Proof Tour is on the road. We're showcasing Windows 7 along with other...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/14/2012
35 new wallpapers to brighten up your desktop
Head over to our desktop backgrounds and wallpapers site to download any of the latest wallpapers...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/14/2012
Microsoft Top 7 Accessibility Tips (Video)
I spotted this great video on the Microsoft Accessibility blog, which seems to have had a new lease...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/14/2012
Download customised CEOP Internet Explorer browsers
Way back in 2009 I blogged about IE8 by CEOP for safer browsing and last week as part of Safer...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/13/2012
Download Chickens Can't Fly theme for Windows 7
Download Chickens Can't Fly theme for Windows 7 “See what chickens are capable of! Redecorate your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/13/2012
Delete the Contents of the Temporary Internet Files Folder (KB260897)
With this Microsoft Fixit (https://support.microsoft.com/kb/260897/en-us) “The Temporary Internet...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/10/2012
Windows Media Player frequently asked questions (FAQ)
For answers to some common questions about using Windows Media Player, see the following topics....
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/09/2012
Why is album art missing or incorrect in Windows Media Player?
Well it is likely due to one of the following reasons: You aren't connected to the Internet when...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/07/2012
Ancient fossils and a banana leaf feature in this weeks bing dynamic theme for Windows 7
This weeks images in the bing dynamic theme feature Stromatolites and a banana leaf Stromatolites at...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/07/2012
Download Bullet Asylum theme for Windows 7
“Bullets. Explosions. Next-generation visuals. Get your Windows 7 desktop ready for the onslaught...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/07/2012
Help for “Access Denied” Error Messages in Windows
If you are receiving Access Denied Error Messages then you may want to head over to the Microsoft...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/06/2012
Download Animal Affection theme free for Windows 7
So animals getting all lovvy duvvy is not really my thing, but if it is yours then we have a great...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/06/2012
Bing Get Me There app for London
If you are visiting London for the first time or a regular Londoner then the recently upgraded Bing...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/06/2012
Hotfix available if your audio device is missing after a restart (KB975538)
Audio devices are missing or are displayed as "Not plugged in" after you restart a the...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/03/2012
download Kinect for Windows SDK v1.0
“The Kinect for Windows SDK enables developers to create applications that support gesture and voice...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/02/2012
Quick tip : Change a picture's file type using Paint (video)
Watch the video to learn how to change a picture's file type using Paint Read more at Change a...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/01/2012
how to clear lists on the Start menu and taskbar in Windows 7 (video)
Watch this video to learn how to clear lists on the Start menu and taskbar in Windows 7 Clear lists...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/31/2012
Download free roses theme for Windows 7
Don’t forget Valentines day is just around the corner (14th February) so why not brighten up your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/31/2012
What is Encrypting File System (EFS) in Windows 7?
“Encrypting File System (EFS) is a feature of Windows that you can use to store information on your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/30/2012
Gears of War 3 Fan Art theme for Windows 7
I hadn’t noticed this new theme in the Personalization Gallery but it is a nice one for fans of...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/30/2012
Students : 5 ways SkyDrive and Office Web Apps can help you
SkyDrive for students Learn how to get started, and more importantly (for free!!) what to do...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/27/2012
Quick tip : Show or hide the Recycle Bin in Windows 7 (video)
Watch this short video to learn how to show or hide the Recycle Bin in Windows 7 To show or...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/27/2012
Automatically fix Windows Live Photo Gallery problems
With this Microsoft fixit https://support.microsoft.com/mats/windows_photo_and_slideshow_diag/en-us...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/26/2012
Improve performance, safety and security in Internet Explorer
Automatically diagnose issues that may reduce safety in Internet Explorer or cause Internet Explorer...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/25/2012
Diagnose and fix Windows security problems automatically
with this Microsoft Fixit Diagnose and fix Windows security problems automatically “Automatically...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/24/2012
3 New and free Windows 7 Themes to download, Fractals, Fun Fruit and Japan Dusk and Dawn
- Fractals theme “Fractals cloaked in thin washes of ghostly silver, pale blue, glowing orange, and...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/24/2012
Solve Windows Phone and Zune devices connection problems
With this Microsoft Fixit “Automatically diagnose and fix issues that Windows Phone 7, Zune or Zune...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/23/2012