Windows 95

Forum discussion tagged with Windows 95.
  1. jnjnilson6

    Discussion Windows 11 vs Windows 7 vs Windows 95

    This year will mark 14 years since the release of Windows 7 in 2009; and we are currently looking into Windows 11. And it may avidly come to notice that the same amount of time has passed between the release of Windows 7 and Windows 95 in 1995 (again 14 years). Now, in 2009, Windows 95 was much...
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    Question CTX Windows 95 PC Pentium 100MHz 16MB EDO RAM 1GB Hard Drive

    Sorry if this is the wrong thread for this, but I've been looking for this computer a long time. It was the first PC I ever owned. It was a beige minitower with a blue front bezel. Every time I look for Win95 machines it's either a Gateway or Packerd Bell, but CTX I cannot find. Any Ideas...
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    [SOLVED] Networking Win 95 & Win 10 PC’s

    Have a client who wants to network an old Windows 95 system to a Windows 10 system. Is this evening posssible? Looking for some guidance on how to do, how much work is involved.
  4. nomad_00

    Question how would i be able to download an iso file off a cd/dvd for windows?

    how would i be able to download an ISO file off a cd/dvd for xp/vista? i have the codes and the disks so i can do it non illegally. i would like to have them cause i have a vm that i would like to run old games/software but what program would be able to get bootable ISO file and if so would it...
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    Question Windows 95 Not Booting

    I have obtained a Toshiba Satellite 305CDS from the 1990s, and it no longer wants to boot. I tried installing Kid Pix Deluxe 3 from an original CD, and after a while the install just completely froze and the computer locked up. I, being an idiot, restarted the computer. Now it refuses to boot...
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    Question Installing Windows 95 on "IBM Aptiva 2176-C55" FDISK "error reading fixed disk" / HDD doesn't show up in BIOS

    I have an IBM Aptiva model 2176-C55, And I am unable to format the HDD using the "FDISK command" in DOS 6.22. I get a message saying "error reading fixed disk". I am certain that the HDD is working as I've hooked it to another PC, and I've checked all cable connections from the Drive to the...
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    Question Network drop from secondary router

    I have two routers home and from one the network keeps dropping, even we bought a new router the network keeps droping and from the main router the network doesnt drop, its just the secondary, it drops for a second then its up then drops again the back again for 20 seconds at most than its fine...
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    Question Fit?

    Thanks now I can go buy it!
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    [SOLVED] [HELP]AMD 200GE on display port

    Hi, I'm planning to build again a PC but this time I'm going with AMD 200GE and MSI B450 MORTAR Titanium since the 3rd gen will be release mid of 2019 and will just upgrade. And the I'm worrying about the monitor I have (fujitsu vl-p23t-6) if it's compatible with display port since the monitor I...
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    [SOLVED] Can't Initialize HHD

    Everytime I try to initialize my 1tb hhd to gpt it will say "The specific disk is not convertible because the size is less than the minimum size required for GPT disks." Any suggestions?
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    Hard disk is full

    Hi My hard disk is almost full, even when I deleted some files it doesn't show . It keeps saying its full
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    i3 and 1060 3gb bottleneck

    Hi, I have an i3 6100 with a 1060 3gb and overall the performance is great at 1080p, however some games like Fallout 4, Nier Automata and Witcher 3 drop below 50 fps at times. Since Cybermonday and Black Friday are nearby, I wanted to know if I can solve this by purchasing either Ryzen 5 2600...
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    SoundBars - Yamaha, Polk, Samsung, JBL? So many choices under $500

    I've been looking at soundbars over the past week or so and am trying to decipher which would be my best option at or under $500. Every time I start digging into the reviews I just get more confused on which to select. I'm looking to replace a Sony HT-CT260H soundbar with something newer and...
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    I have a Lenovo Ideapad 320-15 IAP 80 Xr

    I'm very much in need of the Windows 10 home 64 bit operating System where can I get a Recovery Disc or Usb Recovery Sincerely Don
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    Wifi cuts out win10 help appreciated

    Problem: While using a wifi adapter on a old thinkcentre (m90 slim tower) a computer witch does not have onboard wifi, my wireless connection goes from full bars to no internet to no signal in a cycle. Especially when loading something. I've tried several solution from top google searches (DNS...
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    How future proof is the GTX 1070 Ti at 1080p?

    How future proof is a GTX 1070 Ti at 1080p Max settings? Would I be able to get max setting for least 2-4 years and then another one or two in high or so? I’m pairing this Up with a i5 8400 and 2666Mhz 16 GB ram. Trying to get the best for my buck. Thank you! I know down the line CPU will need...
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    Alienware 17 HDMI IN Monitor Brightness

    I have an alienware 17 that i want to use as a monitor to play ps4 games on. However, when i do, the screen is really dim. Even when i use keyboard shortcuts to up the screen brightness to maximum, it is only like 30-40% of the max brightness as when i use my computer normally. Is there a way to...
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    Masterbox lite 5 rgb liquid cooling help!!!

    Hello guys i have masterbox lite 5 rgb case and i have problem with tempratures cause it have really bad airflow in the fornt its hard for the air to pass in the case and in my country its really hot in the summer so i am planning to buy a AIO cooler is it better to buy a 240AIO or 280 and place...
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    New Build won't boot, sometimes it beeps 3 times, other times nothing happens

    This is my first build so I'm at a bit of a loss here. I decided to copy someone else's build in hopes of not messing anything up, here's a link : https://www.tonymacx86.com/threads/eriks-tiny-but-mighty-htpc-asrock-z370m-itx-ac-i5-8400-uhd-630-graphics-high-sierra.239157/ My Build: CPU: Intel...
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    Headphone wont reach

    I bought a new headset but my headphone port is to far away from my usb and suggestions?
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    Cpu cooler choice

    I'm looking for a new CPU cooler for my old FX 6300, right now i'm using a Deepcool Gammaxx 300 running 4.5Ghz stable with a Gigabyte 990x mobo on a corsair 270r case. I looking to choose between the Cooler Master MA610P & MSI Core Frozr L I know the CM has 6 heat pipes & the MSi has 4 Which one...
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    Specific PC case

    Hi, im looking for a PC case that has a tempered glass side panel, but also has good airflow for cooling I was looking at the nzxt elite, but the panel at the front looks like it cuts airflow by quite a bit (could I just take it off and leave the fans with the dust filter exposed) I dont...
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    i buy a new battery of hp pavilion notebook pc but the system was show bettery not detected

    maine mere system ki new battery purchase ki h aur battery ko system par lagane ke baad bhi usme battery not detected show kar raha h what did i do?
  24. omidelf

    What is the meaning of TDP in power consumption of GPU Z?

    So how can i turn that into WATT? i have a 980Ti and my power is 1000 watt and in the gpu Z it says my power consumption is 60% TDP, so whats the meaning of this, how much WATT is my 980Ti using?
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    Loss of parts of word documents

    I am typing along and have about one quarter of the document done. I save this part. Next I am in the middle of typing and suddenly what I have just typed has disappeared. Why?
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    MSI B350 Gaming Pro Mystic Light with GSkill TridentZ

    Hey guys, I was wondering if there is any fix for the RGB sync that is working for you guys Currently using: B350 Gaming Pro Carbon 2x8Gb G.Skill TridentZ 3000mhz Whenever I run the MSI Gaming app, the rams are not showing. https://imgur.com/a/f90tE Is there any BIOS settings required or is...
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    RGB380 DEEPCOOL led connect to PSU?

    So this is my build here. https://pcpartpicker.com/user/BillyBartz/saved/ I'm still fairly new to the master race, but this came with a 4pin connector and I believe it plugs into the same cord that a HDD would. It fits right but doesn't light up when i plug it in. Could just be bad strips but...
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    What can I upgrade on my PC?

    I'd like to upgrade this PC: AMD A10-5800K MSI 2AE0 MB with FM2 socket and PCIe 2.0 16x GTX 550Ti 8GB RAM What is the first thing I can upgrade for 200€ in order to make it run CSGO a little bit better? Thanks
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    Ryzen 5 1600 at 3.8Ghz

    Hello community, im here for some suggestion or advices regarding my cpu and the overclock that i have done. My PC specs are: CPU: Ryzen 5 1600 Mobo: Asus Strix Rog B350-F Gaming DDR4: Kingston HyperX Fury 2x4gb 2400mhz 15-15-15-35 PSU: Thermaltake TR2 600watt Plus 80+ Case: Therlmatake...
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    What do you guys think? :D of my build

    What do you guys think of my build? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/YJVThq Im open for ideas so just type what do you think could be better? :) Thanks
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    Build doesn't start. Motherboard outdated. What to buy?

    Hi I built a computer for my dad with a few old but presumably good parts. However, after not starting, a repair shop told me something like the motherboard cannot handle the newer power supply. Ideally I would like to be able to keep as many current parts as possible. What should I buy? What's...
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    Desktop Disk Usage 100%

    Wasnt 100 % sure where to put this thread but I'll try here. So if I boot up, disk usage stays at 99-100%, until pc shuts down. If i then boot up the computer again its fine, and uses "normal" disk usage on idle. I can also just shut it down and it works fine lile that too. However, if i...
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    My PC rapidly restarts (please help)

    Hello everyone I need some help :) About a week ago I purchased a new graphics card, power supply and fan for my gaming pc. It was all working well and good running games such as tekken 7 bioshock infinite and rust. All of a sudden today my computer crashed while playing tekken, and upon...
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    16 gigs of memory but never use more than 7.9 while gaming

    I am in novice and I think this is part of a bigger issue that is driving me nuts. I have 16 gigs of memory, And I never see it rise above 8 gigs even with really intensive gaming. My entire system never goes about 50 to 60% utilization "mem, cpu, gpu, gpu vram" Even while having games set on...
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    How to unlock sim card on Alcatel Tracfon used with Safelink?

    Friends phone has SIM card locked due to incorrect PUK code entered too many times? Safelink site says it's permanently locked. However; via google I'm seeing that it possibly can be unlocked such as in the link I'm providing...
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    Low budget motherboard

    I bought a compaq presario sr2150nx for cheap at goodwill, and I want a new motherboard. The CPU I bought is a intel core 2 duo E8400 SLB9J 3.0 ghz. I want a mother board that can use the fans I already have and same power source as mine. But can have at least 4gb of ram I believe the fans are...
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    Overclock slowed down pc

    Hello I recently overclocked my pc and I played with games with it a couple of days and then one day when I turned on my pc I had really low FPS. HELP!!! Specs: CPU: i5 2500k MOBO: MSI P67A GPU: Gtx 1050 ti
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    Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 Gaming vs Gigabyte GTX 1060 Mini-ITX 6GB

    hey, which of these cards is better for 1080P gaming on max settings? I'm asking because I had the GTX 970 and after a year of use the fan died. the store replaced it with the 1060 since it doesn't sell the 970 anymore. is that considered an upgrade or a downgrade ? I did notice that the...
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    How much you think?

    How much could I sell my xbox 360 slim with 2 controllers, 3 rechargeable battery packs with charging cord, a 350gb harddrive, and 89 games? 80 are downloaded on harddrive and 9 disc?
  40. wsanders_

    Windows 10 BSOD CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED

    As what seems to be the result of trying to shrink my C: partition from around 1TB in order to create 256 GB of free space for a Linux installation, whilst telling me that I had 450 GB of space available for partitioning yet seemingly encountering an error after telling me there wasn't enough...