Windows 10: upgrading from 8.1

Discus and support upgrading from 8.1 in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Hi I am running windows 8.1 and would like to upgrade to windows 10 or 11. how much is the key for this and where do I purchase it from? do I download... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by steve taylor4, Aug 7, 2023.

  1. upgrading from 8.1


    Hi I am running windows 8.1 and would like to upgrade to windows 10 or 11. how much is the key for this and where do I purchase it from? do I download the windows upgrade from here?many thanks

    :)
     
    steve taylor4, Aug 7, 2023
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  2. Monk.e83 Win User

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Aug 7, 2023
    #2
  3. Edge Search Does Not Permit Change of Region


    I got these suggestions from the Microsoft Community forum.No. 1 worked for me:

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am glad to assist you on this.
    We have reproduce the issue here and we are able to access non-regional search for google using Microsoft Edge.
    I would suggest you to try the below steps and check if it helps.
    Step 1:
    Clear browsing data option of Microsoft Edge and check if you face the issue. To do so perform the steps below.

    1. Click on the More actions icon next to the feedback icon present on top right corner of the Project Spartan homepage.
    2. Select Settings and click on Choose what to clear.
    3. Check the boxes Browsing history, Cookies and saved website data and Cached data and files and click on Clear.
    Step 2:
    I suggest you to create a new user account and check if the issue occurs.

    1. Go to Settings.
    2. Choose Accounts and then select Family and other users.
    3. Select add someone else on this PC.
    4. Enter a user name and hit next.
    5. Click on Finish.
    6. Sign out from the current Account and Log into the new account.
    Step 3:
    It could also happen because of network issue. I suggest you to try with different network connection and check if it helps.
     
    hurricane51, Aug 7, 2023
    #3
  4. upgrading from 8.1

    Windows 8 to Windows 10 upgrade

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    I understand the inconvenience that you are experiencing. I will definitely assist you.

    This issue may occur due to out dated driver. Try the below steps and check.

    Method 1.

    I would suggest you to update Printer driver and check if it helps to resolve the issue. Follow the below steps:


    • Press Windows key + R and type
      devmgmt.msc
      in the box and hit Enter.

    • Go to Printer queues and locate for the printer.

    • Right click on the printer and click on update to update the driver.
    If the issue still persist try the below steps:

    Method 2.

    I suggest you to uninstall the printer driver and then reinstall the latest driver from the printer manufacturer website. Before you un-install the driver download the latest update driver. Follow the steps:

    Step 1. To uninstall.


    • Press Windows key + R.

    • Type devmgmt.msc in the box and hit
      Enter
      .

    • Go to Printer queues and uninstall the driver.
    Step 2. To re-install.


    • Download the latest printer driver from the manufacturer’s website.

    • Right-click on the setup file of the driver and select Properties.

    • Select Compatibility tab.

    • Check Run this program in Compatibility mode.

    • Let the driver install and then check the functionality.
    Hope this information helps, post us with the status we will be glad to assist you.
     
    Billion Debbarma, Aug 7, 2023
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