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Debunking the “GodMode” in Windows Myth

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Debunking the "GodMode" in Windows Myth

In the vast realm of Windows operating systems, users often come across intriguing claims about a mysterious “God Mode”. It is referred to as unlocking hidden settings and features and superpowers within the system. However, it’s time to set the record straight. Again! As I discussed in a previous blog post in 2010, this so-called “God Mode” is not a clandestine feature. It is rather a clever way to organize and consolidate various settings into one accessible location.

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How to Keep the Windows 8.1 Start Screen Alive in Windows 10

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How to Keep the Windows 8.1 Start Screen Alive in Windows 10

As Windows 10’s public preview continues to evolve, many users find themselves torn between the modern conveniences of Microsoft’s latest OS and the familiar layout they’ve grown to love in Windows 8.1. If you’re one of those who spent years mastering the full-screen Start menu and aren’t ready to let go, there’s still a way to preserve that tile-based experience in Windows 10.

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Windows 8 Box Design Leaks

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Windows 8 Box Design Leaks

As Windows 8 approaches its official launch date of October 26, 2012, anticipation is building across the tech world. Microsoft has already shipped the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) version to OEM partners, meaning PC manufacturers are busily preparing new systems for the big day. Even more exciting, supposed images of the retail box design for Windows 8 have surfaced online, giving us a glimpse of a minimalist aesthetic that reflects the clean, modern look of the brand-new Start Screen and Metro-inspired interface.

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Windows 8, Windows Live, and Zune

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Windows 8, Windows Live, and Zune

Dieser Tage kursieren merkwürdige Gerüchte im Netz, die mir Anlass zur Sorge bereiten. Wie die ursprüngliche Quelle The Verge berichtet, sollen mit dem Start der Windows 8 Beta ebenfalls auch weitere Infos an die Öffentlichkeit dringen. Gemäß The Venge soll der Produktname Windows Live und Zune beseitigt werden. Dabei stützt sich die Quelle auf nicht weniger als einen leak der Windows Live Beta, in der diese Wörter einfach nicht mehr vorhanden sind.

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