Windows Receives Encore Tablets

There is glad news for the Microsoft Corporation. The Toshiba Singapore Digital Products and Service Group has recently released an Encore tablet, which is a consumer device that is designed to provide a Windows 8.1 experience in a pocket sized device. This device is developed in collaboration with Microsoft and is built for those customers who are seeking for a versatile small screen tablet for use at home, office and play. The Encore tablet makes use of the power efficient Intel Atom quad-core processor. This processor is capable of delivering very good performance without sacrificing the battery life of the device.

The Encore tablet is designed to be held in one hand. The 8-inch Encore tablet is 10.68 mm thin and the weight of the device is just 445 grams. Other features of the tablet include an 8-megapixel camera and a suite of many sensors like accelerometer, gyroscope, and global positioning system. These details were confirmed by the Windows tech support team.

The InstantGo feature of the device enables it to receive updates while it is sleeping. This feature will make sure that the content is always up to date when the device is started. The device also supports a wide range of applications that range from books, movies, games, and pictures. The device comes preloaded with a full version of Office Home and Student 2013 that helps the users to view and create Word, PowerPoint and Excel files.

This tablet is available in two different capacities, 32 GB and 64 GB. The device is also equipped with ports like Micro USB 2.0, micro SD card slot, Micro HDMI port, and dual band 802.11 WiFi that enables faster Internet connectivity and Miracast support for the wireless display. The Encore tablets are also designed to improve the Skype experience of the users and will help them to make high quality video calls and chats, as the device comes with dual microphones with beam forming technology. The device is also equipped with 2 megapixel front camera.

The 8-inch Encore tablet from Toshiba will take Windows 8.1 to a new level. The device combines pocket-sized portability with a HD screen that the user can take anywhere. If you wish to know more on the features and price of the Toshiba Encore tablets, you can contact the Windows tech support team. You may also visit the official Microsoft website to know more on the features of the device.

Rectifying Problems In Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3

Installing a Service Pack for Windows XP ensures that the operating system is updated with all the latest patches and helps it run without any flaws due to obsolete software components. Microsoft also includes numerous security updates in the Service Pack to keep the system protected against new vulnerabilities and aid in its proper functioning.

Some users cite problems in downloading the latest Service Pack 3 for Windows XP and installing the software in their computer. Windows tech support site highlights that such issues usually occur due to low hard disk space, incompatible wireless network adapter, and outdated patches like Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit or Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) 6.0 MUI pack. Sometimes, the antivirus protection installed in Windows XP also restricts the Service Pack 3 installation.

Follow the below given set of instructions to troubleshoot the issues while installing Service Pack 3 on your Windows XP computer.

Steps to follow

• Open a web browser in your computer and go to the Windows Service Pack website. Verify whether you already have the latest Service Pack version installed on your computer. If there is no updated version of the Service Pack for your system, close the web browser and install all the recommended and important updates via the Windows Update Center.
• You can also check the Service Pack version installed on your computer by viewing the details in the System Properties dialogue box. Right click on the My Computer icon on the desktop of your computer and click on Properties for the purpose, move on to the General tab, and check the information listed under the System section.
• If there is no Service Pack installed in your Windows XP system, download any of the previous versions of the software, as installing the latest Service Pack requires the system to be already equipped with any previous version. 
• Disable the anti virus protection and Windows Firewall on your computer temporarily and download the Service Pack 3 on your computer. The latest Service Pack software is compatible with a 32-bit processor. 
• Make sure that your network adapter is compatible with Service Pack 3, and you have at least 1.5 GB hard disk space free on your computer before downloading the software.

Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Service Pack on your computer and complete the procedure. Restart your computer and enable the anti-malware software, after verifying that the Service Pack has been successfully installed. If you still face troubles in installing Service Pack 3 on your Windows XP computer, contact our Windows tech support team for assistance.

Tips For Removing The Windows XP Service Pack Uninstall Files

Windows XP is the operating system released by Microsoft after Windows 2000. This particular operating system has bought a revolution in the world of PCs. It has many user-friendly features that will help you to do your tasks easily. You need to install the Service Packs for getting the latest features and security updates that are provided directly by the Microsoft.

When the Service Pack is installed, your windows will create a folder containing service pack uninstall files. These folders can be identified by seeing the name as it starts and ends with $. If you need to delete this folder containing service pack uninstall files, it is easy. All you have to do is follow these easy instructions from the Windows tech support team.

Instructions

• Navigate to the Windows Start button seen on the lower left corner of your Windows XP screen and from the Start menu, click on the icon named My Computer or you can directly double click the My computer icon seen on the desktop to open it.
• If the details that is in the right side of the desktop pane displays a blue pane showing the title named These files are hidden, then you need to click the option named Show the contents of this folder.
• In the address bar of the My Computer Window, you need to type c:\windows followed by pressing the key called Enter using your keyboard. Now, a Windows folder will be opened on the screen.
• From the My Computer menu bar, you need to click on the link called View and from the resulting drop down menu, select the option called Details. In order to sort the file list by date, you need to click on the column header named Date Modified.
• Check for the particular service pack update by looking at the date when you have installed it and select the specific Service pack uninstall folder that you want to delete. For e.g. If you have added a Service Pack in a specific year say 2006, then you need to select the Service Pack files of that particular date to delete it. 
• Delete the selected Service Pack folder by pressing the Delete button seen in the keyboard. Wait until all the files in the folder are deleted. 
• Once finished, exit the process by closing all the opened windows. 

The above instructions given by the Windows tech support team will help you in deleting the folder containing the Windows XP Service Pack Uninstall files.

How To Change Windows Password In Safe Mode

Windows operating systems have many built in security features. One of these features is the option to set passwords for your user accounts. It does not matter whether you have an administrative account or a limited account, you can set a password for it.
However, what will you do if you forget your Windows password? Even though there is an option to provide a hint for your password, many people do not care to give a hint during the password setup. In such a situation, logging into your computer using safe mode can help you. According to Windows tech support, safe mode does not require a password and thus you may use this technique to reset your Windows password. Follow the steps below to login to safe mode and reset your Windows password.

Steps involved

• Reboot your computer if it is turned on. You may press the power button for about 10 seconds to shut down the computer and then restart it. 
• While the computer turns on, keep pressing the key F8 or F12. The key may vary depending on your system manufacturer. Once you press the key, you will be shown different options like Safe Mode, Safe Mode with command prompt, safe mode with networking etc. 
• Select the first option in the list, which is Safe Mode.
• You r computer will login to the Safe Mode. Keep in mind that not all the major drivers are loaded in Safe Mode. You will not even find your desktop background as it is disabled in this mode. 
• Select the Start menu and go to Control Panel.
• In the Control Panel window, select the option User Accounts.
• The above step will list the different user accounts in your computer. From the list, choose the user account for which you forgot the password.
• Select the option Change the password.
• Type a new password in the corresponding field. You will find another field to re-enter the password. Enter again and choose the option Change Password. This will save the new password in your computer. 
• Restart your computer.
• When you try to login to the user account, you will receive the password box. 
• Enter the new password to login to your account.

We hope that the above mentioned steps have helped you to reset your Windows password. For additional assistance, you may contact Windows tech support or Microsoft chat support.

Guidelines for activating Windows XP Service Pack 2

Tech giant Microsoft prompts their users to activate their copies of Windows XP service pack 2 for authorizing and validating the operating systems. Microsoft designs their operating systems in such a way that it will pop up with a window to enter the product key and activate the Windows as soon as you install the copy of Windows XP service pack 2. Windows usually comes up with three choices, among which two of them are for users without an internet connection. If you are a user among those then you can activate it later.
Microsoft endow with options like telephone and internet to activate Windows. You can opt either of those to activate your copy of Windows. If you are someone who doesn’t have time to waste then go for the internet activation, as it’s the fastest and easiest way to activate your Windows. Another option is to activate by calling the Windows activation centre. Windows tech support team with efficient professionals assists you in activating your copy of Windows with your purchase details.
Activation via Internet
Activating Windows XP service pack 2 via internet is the best feasible alternative. Once you opt for online activation, Windows XP by design will try to establish a connection with activation server. Whole activation string will be completed inside a minute or two with an option to register your Windows, but this choice is optional and isn’t that relevant. You can register if you wish to receive the updates from Microsoft regarding their products and it will also help to keep your Computer protected.
Activation through telephone
Track for the contact number by running the Activation Wizard and dial it up. Later the activation Wizard will furnish you an activation request number. This activation request number should be provided to the customer support executive when he/she asks for it. Once they receive your request number they will give u back the activation code compatible for activating your Windows XP service pack 2. Enter that code on to the activation screen prompted on your desktop and press “Enter”. It’s done; your copy of Windows is now activated. You can now slip back your focus in completing the installation of Windows XP service pack2.
Incase if you find it difficult to follow either of these process, feel free to get in touch with Microsoft Windows tech support team.