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You're correct that the error message only applies to the apps, and not everybody would know that they could simply use the desktop IE. I actually first ran into this limitation on an Acer netbook with 1024x600 resolution (I was testing the Win8 RTM). As a workaround I just stayed on the...

Interestingly I had a similar problem when I recently upgraded my media center PC from Win7 to Win8. The solution defaulted to 1280x720 on my 720p TV (makes sense, since that's the native resolution of the TV) and I couldn't launch apps. I had to use the NVidia utility for the graphics card to...

Congratulations! Did you get one of the covers for it?

I prefer Modern IE when I using the Surface since it's touch friendly, and I use the Desktop IE when I'm at my, well, desktop because it's more mouse friendly.

I upgraded my 32-bit media center PC this weekend, and couldn't use the disc I already had for my desktop because it's 64-bit. Fortunately I'm on 26meg cable so it didn't take long, and now I have an install disc for both. I wasn't going to upgrade the media center because my wife uses it...

If you want to save some money I recommend newegg.com or amazon.com for cables, they're far less spendy.

No to both for me, the RT fits my needs and wants perfectly. When the Surfaces were first announced I knew the RT was going to be my choice because it's lighter, thinner, passively cooled, comes bundled with the only Office apps I need for work, and less expensive. The longer [assumed] battery...

I can't be unbiased because I think the Surface RT is a beautifully engineered device, but here goes: 1) The angle of the kickstand works very well on a desktop and I don't have any trouble using it on my lap. There have been some complaints about the lack of adjustments so your mileage may...

May I ask which one? That sounds like a good idea.

Me too. I switched because XBox would play only 30 seconds of a song from my collection and one of the regulars pointed me to Media 8. As far as I'm concerned it's better.

Keep an eye on the sales at sites like Amazon and Newegg, you might get lucky. A couple of months ago I was able to get Office 2010 Home & Student for less than $100US and it comes with three seats. Since I already have Office 2007 Pro I have Outlook (my preferred mail app), Publisher, and...

Thanks Jeff

Also, my understanding is that the wider format allowed for nearly full-size touch/type keyboards.

Arnold, I'm still using Zune to sync my Lumia 900 with my desktop (Win8 Pro) so I'm not sure what you mean by "Zune is dead". Is another app replacing it for wp7.x phone syncing, that would work on the RT too?

Thanks, I was mistrustful of that download button.

I'm not having much luck with the link in the article. It takes me to something called filedropper and I can't find a link to the whitelist app.

Truth be told, any early adopter should be "concerned" since we're sailing uncharted waters. It's always a possibility that the devices we purchased and the OS they came with will go the way of the Zune. I knew this going in so I don't let it worry me. I know that Microsoft will support the...

I am running Win8 Pro (with WMC) on my desktop at home, started with the "betas". Initially I experimented with Start8, a very nice five buck utility for bringing back the Win7 style start menu, but went back to using the Modern UI last week. I have become so accustomed to using the MUI with...

I'd be really interested in hearing the outcome since I too purchased the extended warranty.

I got the adapter cables (VGA and HDMI) for Powerpoint presentations. I already had a bluetooth speaker, a set of earbuds, and a neoprene sleeve I was using with my netbook. Add those to the touch cover, SD card, and a thumb drive and I've got all I need.