{"id":1619,"date":"2014-03-03T10:13:25","date_gmt":"2014-03-03T16:13:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/?p=1619"},"modified":"2015-11-18T09:16:18","modified_gmt":"2015-11-18T15:16:18","slug":"9-common-problems-in-windows-8-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/9-common-problems-in-windows-8-1\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Windows 8.1, Microsoft\u2019s new operating system, is not without flaws. Many of the issues relate to the confusing interface but some are indicative of deeper problems. Windows 8 has bugs. Which, to many users, is probably not a surprise.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Fortunately however, like Microsoft\u2019s preceding OS, there are solutions. Microsoft is a company moving forwards and it does not want unhappy customers or bad consumer reviews. Many of the initial problems facing Windows 8 can be fixed, making your experience on the OS much smoother and less stressful.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><a title=\"\" href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-problems.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1621 alignright\" style=\"margin-left: 20px;\" title=\"Windows 8.1 Problems\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-problems-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Windows 8.1 Problems\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-problems-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-problems.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"><\/a><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><strong>#1 \u2013 The Start Menu<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The main problem reported by users of the OS is the missing start menu. Obviously an integral part to using the software this problem was initially surrounded by rumors. It transpires though that Microsoft have done away with the start menu in favor of an \u201cApp view\u201d which functions in pretty much the same way.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">However for those familiar with Windows it was the loss of a familiar friend that bugged them. Fortunately for those users there are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/computing\/3-windows-8-start-menu-apps-compared\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">third party solutions<img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a> that can resurrect that missing Start Menu in Windows 8. If a user installs one of those substitutes then it\u2019s possible to completely circumvent and eventually forget the Metro interface. If you do this, make sure you set Windows 8.1 to <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.msdn.com\/b\/mis_laboratory\/archive\/2013\/08\/09\/windows-8-1-boot-to-desktop-maybe-the-designers-were-right.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> boot directly to your desktop <img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a> .<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><strong>#2 \u2013 Explorer.exe Does its Own Thing<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">After installing a brand new version of the OS some users reported error messages reading, \u201cWindows Explorer has stopped working.\u201d This is not a one-time problem, instead it\u2019s a recurring one that makes using the software pretty infuriating.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">This problem seems to derive from a bug between the OS and a hardware driver of installed software. The problem usually comes from the hardware driver however \u2013 just a note for those looking to troubleshoot.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The problem is fixable and for those needing a solution here\u2019s one. You\u2019ll need to use the \u201cRefresh my PC\u201d feature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">To do this, follow these steps:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Go to settings &gt; \u2018change PC settings\u2019 &gt; \u2018update and recovery &gt; recovery<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Click on \u2018get started\u2019 under \u2018refresh your PC without affecting files\u2019<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Effectively this will reinstall Windows. It will keep all of your files but it\u2019s a good idea to make sure that everything is backed up prior to embarking on these steps.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><strong>#3 \u2013 Svchost.exe Malware Hogs Your Processor\u2019s Performance<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Svchost.exe is a normal Windows process, but a malware version (using the normal process as a \u2018disguise\u2019) can start consuming processor cycles. This leads to a sluggish computer and often it eventually forces your PC to crash.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Knowing that many PC users will have encountered svchost.exe before there is an assumption that they will not consider it a virus. Download <a href=\"http:\/\/free.avg.com\/gb-en\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">some free anti-virus software<img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a> and make sure your computer is not infected.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">If the problem does not stem from malware, there are other solutions that could solve the issue. Another potential root of the trouble is the Windows uPNP (universal plug-and-play) service, which scans your home network for compatible devices. The service however can get out of control, scanning continuously and using up resources until there are none left.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Here\u2019s a solution:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Carry out a Windows search for the Network and Sharing Center and open it<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Go to Advanced Sharing Settings and turn Network Discovery off.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">There are some programs that are incompatible with svchost.exe. Those programs may install services that make svchost.exe run amok. Often the culprits include anti-virus apps, backup apps and networking utilities. To solve the problem try uninstalling any software that you have recently installed \u2013 it\u2019s common to find that issues appear following any new installation as software can be incompatible with certain Windows processes or other software you have installed.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">It\u2019s normal for svchost.exe to consume resources on your PC, this includes periodic spikes and looking for a solution is only necessary if it\u2019s using a significant percentage of your processor\u2019s power.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>#4 \u2013 Multiple Copies of the Same Files<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Windows has an impressive backup utility that has file history functionality built in. The backup program can detect if a file has been altered and it will back it up automatically whilst retaining the old one. This means that if you altered something in error you can return to the previous version.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Obviously this is a great feature, but it doesn\u2019t always function as it should. Instead some users have reported that the OS is backing up new versions of files that have not been modified. This leads to a hard drive full to capacity of redundant files, which is of course a huge headache.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">This problem however does not have such a clear solution. This issue is widely reported but there is not an exact cause or reason defined as of yet. Arguably the best way forward to negate this problem is to disable the default back up service. Using a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/computing\/best-free-backup-software\/3\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">third party<img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a> service instead seems to be a good solution and it\u2019s worth just avoiding the Window\u2019s 8 back up feature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>#5 \u2013 Windows is Always There<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Another recurring problem for many users is Windows staying on, not going to sleep or staying asleep. Clearly putting Windows to sleep is a great way to save on energy bills but sometimes the OS just refuses. This is usually triggered by background process\u2019 that prevent the device from sleeping.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">To check what devices might be interfering with your PC\u2019s sleep cycle open the command line (search on your PC for \u201ccmd.\u201d) Then, into the command line, type <strong>powercfg \u2013devicequery wake_armed.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Now that you have a list in front of you open Device Manager and track down each component. Right click on each one and open its properties. Go, then, to the Power Management Tab. Once there you\u2019ll see a checkbox next to \u201callow this device to wake the computer.\u201d Uncheck that box and do this same process for all the devices, one by one, and after each one attempt to put your computer to sleep. It\u2019s a potentially laborious process, but work through it via trial and error and you should resolve the problem.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">However if that does not work it could well be another problem. This might be caused by Windows Update and to double check do a Windows search and open the Action Center and enter the Maintenance section. In that menu click \u201cchange maintenance settings\u201d and uncheck the box next to \u201callow scheduled maintenance to wake up my computer.\u201d You can also choose to allow your computer to re schedule the maintenance process for a time that suits you.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>#6 \u2013 Explorer.exe Appears Blank<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">This is a problem that occurs when the computer boots on. A mysterious blank window has been greeting users who have in turn been reporting the problem. The window is in the shape of the Explorer.exe pop up but it has no text and an OK button.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">This problem has a variety of potential causes; however, regardless of the origins the root issue remains the same; an erroneous load value in the registry. To troubleshoot this do a Windows search for \u201cregedit.\u201d This will open the Registry Editor. Use it to find the Windows registry folder and once there look for an entry called Load. This may or may not have data linked to it. Delete the entry and the blank box will stop appearing.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Note: only enter and edit the registry if you consider yourself to be an advanced user, as deleting the wrong entry can cause Windows to become corrupted and therefore unworkable. This will mean a new installation of the OS will have to be carried out and you may lose important data. <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>#7 \u2013 The Blue Screen of Death<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><a title=\"\" href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-bluescreen-death.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1622\" style=\"margin-right: 20px;\" title=\"Windows 8.1 Bluescreen of Death\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-bluescreen-death-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Windows 8.1 Bluescreen of Death\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-bluescreen-death-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/windows-8.1-bluescreen-death.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"><\/a><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The BSOD is a fabled Windows favorite and one that has plagued every version of Microsoft\u2019s OS, as well as producing a plethora of jokes from the tech support community. This is especially the case with Windows 8, as the screen is now a lot \u2018friendlier\u2019 than it has been in the past.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">There are many reasons for this problem to occur but perhaps the most common message that accompanies the blue screen is the dreaded \u201cDRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.\u201d Effectively this message is informing users that Windows has crashed due to a problem with a driver.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">If you read the additional text that appears with this message you may be able to determine what driver is causing the issue. However, since the PC will automatically restart when the message appears you may not manage to read it all in time, you can find the BSOD error dumps and check there.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">To find them go to:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">C:\/Windows\/Minidump folder<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">For the average user reading through this folder <strong>will not be a simple task<\/strong> however, it\u2019s commonly caused by AvastSvc.exe, which is associated with Avast anti-virus software updates and with the help of the <a href=\"http:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/forum\/windows_8-system\/windows-8-error-driverirqlnotlessorequal\/dc2a3493-13a9-4897-8088-13f0bf949dc3\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> Windows community <img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a> , it can be fixed.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">You will need to upgrade the drivers regardless of the cause of your problem. If your computer keeps having the same problem even after all the trouble shooting there may be a problem with your hardware. You\u2019ll need to replace the offending part if this is the case, unfortunately. However, be aware that it\u2019s often caused by software and if you\u2019re not computer literate, then visit your local PC repair store.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>#8 \u2013 Activation Error<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Online activation is required to verify that your version of the OS is legitimate; however, some users have experienced difficulties when upgrading from Windows 7. Basically the code from Windows 7 gets \u201cstuck\u201d and since it belongs to Windows 7 and not Windows 8, the activation fails.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The solution to this problem involved the command line. Do a Windows search for \u201ccmd\u201d and make sure you have the correct privileges, you may have to right click and select \u201cRun as administrator.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Then, type these commands:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">slmgr.vbs \/ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">slmgr.vbs \/ato<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Substitute the x characters for your Windows 8 product key and your activation should now be successful.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #a52a2a;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>#9 \u2013 Unclear Text<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Windows 8 has another problem when it comes to displaying text. Many users have reported that some programs are displayed poorly on their monitors. This often is due to the software in question being older and designed for screens with a much lower resolution. Often the Windows OS will attempt to upscale the software to a higher resolution. Not everyone is happy with the blurry results however.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">To turn this feature off, right click on a programs executable file. From there go to the <strong>Compatibility<\/strong> option and tick the box for \u201c<strong>Disable display scaling on high DPI settings<\/strong>.\u201d After that restart the program.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The problem may also be with icons and general text. To solve these issues simply scale the Windows UI. To do this carry out a Windows search for<strong>Display<\/strong> and in the menu, change the UI to a larger or smaller scale. There is an option to customize text scaling with the \u201c<strong>set custom text size<\/strong>\u201d link.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><strong>That\u2019s It!<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Hopefully this guide was helpful and ideally you\u2019ll be troubleshooting all of your problems successfully. Perhaps this guide will help your Windows 8 experience be much more enjoyable. We\u2019d recommend that if you\u2019re still using Windows 8, you upgrade to 8.1 at your earliest convenience for a better PC experience.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3399ff;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Are there any we\u2019ve missed? Please add any other problems or solutions you\u2019ve found in your experience using Windows 8.1 in the comments below. We\u2019d love your feedback!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3399ff;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If you enjoyed this article, please share it with your friends using one of the buttons below.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Tweet this - 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/home?status=RT:%20@poweradmn%209%20Common%20Problems%20with%20Windows%208.1%20\/blog\/9-common-problems-in-windows-8-1\/?ref=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1028\" title=\"Tweet this - 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/tweet-this-article-button-large-300x75.png\" alt=\"Tweet this - 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" width=\"300\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/tweet-this-article-button-large-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/tweet-this-article-button-large.png 310w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"><img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Tweet this - 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/share?url={\/blog\/9-common-problems-in-windows-8-1\/?ref=blog}\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1053\" title=\"Share on Google+ 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/google-plus-this-article-button-large2-300x75.png\" alt=\"Share on Google+ 9 Common Problems in Windows 8.1\" width=\"300\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/google-plus-this-article-button-large2-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/google-plus-this-article-button-large2.png 310w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"><img class=\"extlink-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.poweradmin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/external-links-nofollow-open-in-new-tab-favicon\/images\/extlink.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Windows 8.1, Microsoft\u2019s new operating system, is not without flaws. Many of the issues relate to the confusing interface but some are indicative of deeper problems. Windows 8 has bugs. Which, to many users, is probably not a surprise. Fortunately however, like Microsoft\u2019s preceding OS, there are solutions. 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