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.
How to manually uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials V1 if you cannot uninstall it by using the Add or Remove Programs item
Just wanted to point out this updated Kb article (2435760) and associated Microsoft Fixit 5035 “This...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/20/2011
IE9 quick tip–how to get your tabs below the One Box
I was asked this question recently and it is a pretty easy thing to do in Internet Explorer 9. If...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/19/2011
Bing Aerial theme updated already
The bing aerial theme pack was only launched a few days ago but it has been updated already with 4...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/19/2011
2 new Windows themes to download–Best of Bing Australia 2 and GTGraphics
Best of Bing: Australia 2 theme “Koalas, crocodiles, cockatoos are just some of the natural wonders...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/19/2011
Automatically fix error 1079 in Windows (KB 2478117)
If you receive the following error message “Error 1079: The account specified for this service is...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/18/2011
Keukenhof Gardens and a container ship in LA, this weeks images in the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature the hyacinth and tulip Keukenhof...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/18/2011
Diagnose and repair sound playback and recording problems automatically
With these 2 solutions from Microsoft Fixit For playback issues For recording issues They fix...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/17/2011
Bing Maps aerial imagery theme–get new images automatically
There is a new RSS-fed theme now available - Bing Maps aerial imagery theme - United States “Get...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/17/2011
Using Download Manager in Windows Internet Explorer 9
One of the most useful features of IE9 is the download manager. “Download Manager lists the files...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/16/2011
Bing showcases Dizzee Rascal’s Britain
All Week bing UK will be showcasing Dizzee Rascals photographs on the homepage. Plus there is...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/16/2011
O’Brien’s Tower In Ireland and the Balanced Rocks in Vancouver this weeks images in the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature O’Brien’s Tower In Ireland and the...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/13/2011
Protect your privacy using Internet Explorer 9
You can help prevent other people from accessing your browsing information by using two privacy...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/12/2011
IE9 SmartScreen Filter FAQ
SmartScreen Filter is a feature in Internet Explorer which lets you browse with more confidence as...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/11/2011
Windows Live Help Center
Looking for help on Windows live then you may want to check out the Windows Live Help Center It...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/10/2011
Taking the mystery out of 64-bit Windows
I just wanted to highlight this great article we have about 64-bit Windows. Taking the mystery out...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/10/2011
What does the different colours of the address bar in IE9 mean
In Internet Explorer 9 you will sometimes see differing colours in the address bar, the differing...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/09/2011
Brochure on Microsoft Tools that Help Keep Families Safer Online
“When it comes to children’s safety online, there’s no substitute for parental supervision and...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/09/2011
Diffusion theme of abstract designs for Windows 7
“Diffusion creates mysterious and beautiful abstract designs in this free Windows 7 desktop theme”...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/06/2011
Download Internet Explorer 8 Desktop Security Guide
So if you have to use IE8 you may be interested in this download, it is pretty comprehensive 58...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/05/2011
Work more easily and securely with Windows 7 Professional
If you use your Pc for work then Windows 7 professional is what you need to work more easily...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/05/2011
Galapagos Windows 7 theme by Ryan Good available to download
“Make a natural selection and bring the unique species of the Galapagos Islands to your Windows 7...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/05/2011
Serbian Landscapes theme available to download
The old Serbian Nature theme has been updated with some additional images and is now the Serbian...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/04/2011
Turtles and Cayo Largo del Sur in Cuba this weeks images in the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature 3 little turtles and Cayo Largo del...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/04/2011
6 great new backgrounds to download
All available to download from the Windows Personalisation Gallery Learn how to change your desktop...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/04/2011
Internet Explorer 9 and accessibility
Internet Explorer 9 has various accessibility options to help you access information. Including The...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 05/03/2011
Mobile Phone safety for kids
Download the brochure that helps parents and caregivers with advice on how to teach kids about...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/28/2011
Laughing Seal and Painted Hills Oregon featured in the bing dynamic theme for Windows 7
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature a laughing seal, Hawaii and and the...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/20/2011
Download the Windows XP End Of Support Countdown Gadget
Really nice little desktop gadget showing how many days left there are for support if you are still...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/20/2011
Need a great new PC then let the Windows Collection help you
If you are looking for a new PC and you are not sure which one to get then you may want...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/20/2011
Buy Windows 7 for a special price on the Microsoft Store
For a limited time Windows 7 Home Premium is available for a discounted price on the UK Microsoft...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/19/2011
Download Microsoft Safety Scanner for FREE
Do you think your PC has a virus? the download the Microsoft Safety Scanner The Microsoft Safety...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/14/2011
9 reasons to get Internet Explorer 9
Internet Explorer 9 provides the best web experience for Windows. Here are the top reasons why you...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/14/2011
Be part of MSN’s royal wedding celebrations and help the Save the Children charity.
Royal Wedding on MSN “Upload a photo of you now to see yourself inside this commemorative mosaic of...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/14/2011
New Windows Phone Ad: MIX 11
apparently if this video created by fan @BrandonFoy gets 200K views it will be made into a TV...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/13/2011
Lava and Austria are featured in this weeks images in the bing dynamic themepack
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature viscous lava from Kilauea that pours...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/13/2011
Test Drive Internet Explorer 10
“The Internet Explorer Platform Preview has been updated. We encourage you to try out the newly...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/13/2011
3 new Windows 7 themes available. Kung Fu Panda 2, Small World and Waterdrops
3 great new Windows 7 themes are now available including Kung Fu Panda 2 the movie, close up...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/12/2011
Quick Tip - Pin open your favorites list in IE9
Like the previous post this is a quick posting based on a question posed in a comment on a previous...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/08/2011
Quick tip - IE9 turning the search in address bar back on
This post is inspired by a comment in an old blog post about IE9 beta where a poster had said that...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/08/2011
How to install language packs using Windows Update
Install language packs using Windows Update for Windows 7 and Windows Vista “You can get additional...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/07/2011
2 great new wallpapers available from Japan and Italy
these are 2 great backgrounds / wallpapers that are now available in the windows personalisation...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/07/2011
How to Video Chat With Kinect and Windows Live Messenger
With Kinect Messenger you can video chat with friends and family through your XBOX Kinect....
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/07/2011
What business people like about Windows 7 Professional
Find out, from real small business owners, how using Windows 7 Professional can positively impact...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/07/2011
Fix error 0x800B0100 when you try to use the Windows Update or Microsoft Update Web sites to install updates (KB 956702)
If you see this error message 0x800B0100 when you try to use the Windows Update or Microsoft...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/06/2011
Using Kinect to interpret Sign Language
Another great hack with Kinect, showing how the technology can become an amazing enabling tool “This...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/05/2011
2 latest image in bing dynamic Windows 7 themepack, Midland Theatre and Northern Ireland
This weeks images in the bing dynamic Windows 7 theme feature a theatre in Kansas City (Midland...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/05/2011
Why don’t some websites and pages work correctly in IE9?
Why don't some website features work in Internet Explorer 9? “Some website features might not work...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/05/2011
Get the only phone with Office and Xbox LIVE.
I really like the latest Windows Phone 7 ads airing in the UK as they focus on 2 of the unique...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/04/2011
Switch and Win with MSN and bing
Want to win some great prizes such as Windows Phones, Xboxs and Kinects, laptops and more then...
Author: Rob Margel Date: 04/04/2011