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.
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then head over to our Talk to us page You can give us feedback on any topics such as: Thinks you...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/15/2013
How to use File History in Windows 8 (Video)
How to use File History in Windows 8 “File History automatically backs up files that are in your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/15/2013
My favourite thing about the official Twitter app for Windows 8 – sharing
You may have seen the announcement of the newly released Twitter app For Windows 8 / Windows RT...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/14/2013
Download the Deserts panoramic theme for Windows 8
I really love the panoramic themes for Windows 8 (and Windows RT) that run across dual monitors, and...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/12/2013
You can now try and buy Microsoft Surface RT devices at PCWorld
Get your hands on a Microsoft Surface at the following PCWorld stores , or order online from PCWorld...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/11/2013
Did you know that you can install your Windows Store apps on up to 5 pcs?
And this quick video shows you how Read more at Use your Windows Store account to install apps on up...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/11/2013
Lumina Photography Tips (Video)
Latest useful instalment from Rankin Films and Nokia UK… “Alex from Rankin Film Productions...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/11/2013
Fix Windows Update error 0x80070103
Fix Windows Update error 0x80070103 If you receive this error in Windows Update it is likely that...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/08/2013
O/T–Garmin Forerunner 110 blank screen - fix
So last night I was out running and as normal tracked my activity with my Garmin Forerunner 110,...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/06/2013
Toyota Racing Development Windows 8 Enterprise and the Surface tablet Casestudy and video
Read the case study - Toyota Racing Development Auto Company Develops Winning Race Strategies...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/06/2013
Windows 8 in Education Video
Great video from the UK Education team about Windows 8 in UK Schools “UK Education Hero video of...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/06/2013
Download the Windows Phone 8 Company Portal App
“The Windows Phone 8 Company Portal App enables Windows Phone 8 devices which are managed by...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/05/2013
Microsoft Windows Energy Calculator Windows 8 App
Back a few years I blogged about the Microsoft Server Energy Savings Calculator which you could use...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/05/2013
Windows Phone Videos–including photo tips and live tiles
I spotted 2 great Windows Phone videos over the weekend that I wanted to share… First up is this...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 03/04/2013
Download Free Dolphins theme for Windows
Dolphins theme “There may not be a more joyous sight than dolphins leaping into the air in unison or...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/28/2013
Mobile broadband and Windows 8– help and explanation
Really useful article Mobile broadband from start to finish that: “…explains all about mobile...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/28/2013
2 new Garden themes for Windows for you to download
We have 2 great new themes featuring close up images of nature that very nice on your desktop Garden...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/27/2013
Download Internet Explorer 10 Language Packs for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2
Download the latest version of Internet Explorer 10 Language Packs (i counted 186 of them) ...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/27/2013
Download Book of Sleep theme for Windows by Il Sung Na
A Book of Sleep theme “Take a rest with these images of delightfully drowsy creatures based on...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/26/2013
Design a Character for Chimpact contest
One of our families favourite games at the minute is Chimpact on both my Surface and Windows Phone...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/25/2013
Windows 8 App show launches on Channel 9
Just pointing out what look sto be a great new series showcasing some of the best Windows 8 apps...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/22/2013
RBS and Natwest Windows Phone apps now available to download
Great news that 2 UK banks have over the last 2 days released new Windows Phone apps. RBS (Royal...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/20/2013
Switched from Hotmail to Outlook.com and have a question? (FAQ)
then check out our handy FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) My Hotmail account was upgraded to...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/19/2013
Download GTGraphics 2 theme for Windows
The GTGraphics theme was always a super popular theme in the Windows Personalisation Gallery, and...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/18/2013
New to Outook.com?
If so then check out our “Introducing your new inbox” video that shows you in a couple of minutes...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/18/2013
How to make the text on your screen larger or smaller in Windows 8
“You can make the text (and other things like icons) larger without changing the screen resolution...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/14/2013
Windows 8 Student Tips - Internet Explorer on Windows 8
Just sharing this video of Joe the student intern here in the UK Windows team, does a great job of...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/14/2013
Download Large and Small Windows theme by Ondřej Vlček
Large and Small theme “Drops of dew glisten on blades of grass and dandelion seeds. Frost seems...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/13/2013
7 things to try if you are having problems with a Windows 8 app
What to do if you have problems with an app “In many cases, the Windows Store will automatically...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/13/2013
Download free Bees theme for Windows by Mayur Kotlikar
Bees theme “Where there’s a bee there’s a blossom, and vice versa. Photographer Mayur Kotlikar...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/12/2013
Getting help and support for your Microsoft Surface
Taken from the Surface Getting Started Guide You can get help with Windows, Surface, and specific...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/11/2013
Download the Surface Getting Started Guide
More than handy guide for anyone with or thinking of getting a Surface Also you may want to check...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/11/2013
Download the Ancient Egypt theme for Windows
Ancient Egypt theme “Explore the mystery and artistry of ancient Egypt, from the Giza pyramids at...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/08/2013
Download Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 (KB2811522)
Just pointing out this update for important security update for Internet Explorer Microsoft Security...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/08/2013
People app for Windows: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Handy FAQ for the People app in Windows 8 / Windows RT , covering: How do I add contacts to People?...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 02/07/2013
Get Master Chief back on your desktop - Download Halo 4 Heroes theme for Windows
Halo 4 Heroes theme Ancient evil. Deadly technology. An unknown world. The stakes are high for...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/28/2013
Download the Bing Desktop app and get great pictures on your desktop everyday
Bing Desktop - Every day, the Bing Desktop automatically updates your desktop wallpaper with a high...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/25/2013
Download the Windows Phone SDK update for Windows Phone 7.8
Download the Windows Phone SDK update for Windows Phone 7.8 “The Windows Phone SDK Update for...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/23/2013
Where has the Control Panel gone in Windows 8 (video)
If you are struggling to find the control panel in Windows 8 and need some help changing your...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/22/2013
Download the Thailand theme for Windows
If all this icy cold weather in the UK is getting you down then how about getting a little warmth...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/21/2013
Guide to Managing Windows Phone 8 with Windows Intune
Download the guide to Managing Windows Phone 8 with Windows Intune “Windows Intune provides a rich...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/21/2013
My Windows Store Apps #3–CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre)
I have in the past talked about the various customised Internet Explorer browsers for CEOP (Child...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/17/2013
4 simple steps to use your Gmail account in Outlook.com
by following the simple instructions at : Try out all the Outlook.com tools without changing or...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/16/2013
Automatically enable or disable application isolation in Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 (KB 2732814)
“Application isolation is a new printing feature in Windows 8 and in Windows Server 2012. This...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/16/2013
Windows Media Player DRM: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Every now and then i see questions about DRM and Windows Media Player, and most can be answered by...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/15/2013
Windows automatic updating for Windows 8 : Frequently asked questions
Very handy FAQ for Windows 8 automatic updating covering: What is automatic updating? How do I turn...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/10/2013
Only 22 more days to get Windows 8 Pro for £24.99
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Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/09/2013
Using OneNote on a Windows 8 Touch Device
Although a few months old still a great demo from the Office Team of using OneNote on a Windows 8...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/08/2013
Download the African Wildlife theme for Windows
African Wildlife theme “A lion at sunrise in Kenya, a leopard on the prowl in Namibia, an elephant...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/03/2013
Guide to creating a Portable Windows 8 Environment with Windows To Go
Handy downloadable guide for creating a Portable Windows 8 Environment with Windows To Go “Windows...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 01/03/2013