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Windows 10 PCでHEICをJPGに変換する一番いい方法は？
こんにちは。最近iPhoneで撮った写真をWindows 10 PCに移したのですが、HEIC形式になっていてそのままではうまく開けない画像が多く困っています。 普段はJPGの方が扱いやすいため、できればまとめて変換して保存したいと考えています。 ネットでいくつか方法を調べましたが、オンライン変換サイトは安全性が少し心配ですし、Windows標準機能だけでは使いづらい印象でした。そのため、もっと簡単で安定したheic jpg 変換の方法があれば知りたいです。 できれば画質を落とさず、複数枚を一括処理できるheic jpeg 変換ツールや手順を探しています。Windows 10で実際に使いやすかった方法があればぜひ教えてください。よろしくお願いします！How does the small-core scheduling perform when installing Windows 10 on an i7-13700F?
When installing Windows 10 on an i7-13700F processor, does the scheduling mechanism for the big.LITTLE architecture function properly? Are additional settings or patches required to optimize the use of the small cores?Map Network Drive : Issue(s)
We have 2 small PC based Windows 11 servers used for Business Files, Music, Photos etc. Running Win 11 25H2 managed via a Workgroup with shared folders - ( c drive) We have 2 Lenovo Thinkpad T490s machines running Windows 11 25H2 with successfully Mapped Network drives on the 2 PC/Servers, again in the same Workgroup and using the User Name & Password credentials of the individual PC/servers. These were Windows 10 builds upgraded to Win 11. The mapped drives would have been activated under Win 10. We have recently purchased 2 new Lenovo Thinkpad laptops also both running Windows 11 25H2 and these also have been added to the same Workgroup. These use MS Workgroup accounts with Pin login. We have attempted to Map Network drives from the new Laptops using the login credentials of the 2 PC/servers ( User Name & Password) and receive the following error: "The mapped network drive could not be created because the following error occurred: We can't sign you in with this credential because your domain isn't available. Make sure your device is connected to your organization's network and try again" Any thoughts on how to resolve. This is becoming a real frustration. Murray
Best windows 11 upgrade tool from an old Windows 10 PC
Got an used business desktop PC (Dell OptiPlex 3050, 2018). The specs are: Intel Core i5-7500T 8GB DDR4 256GB Solid State Drive Windows 11 Pro Unfortunately, I can't find a way to upgrade my Windows 10 PC to latest Windows 11. When I went to the Windows Update section, it shows there is no system update or upgrade available. This means it is running the latest Windows 10 22H2. What is the best Windows 11 upgrade tool for an old Windows 10 PC? A big plus if it could keep the apps and files without losing data!
7 General suggestions to Windows and its Apps
During my experience on Windows I’ve been thinking about how it could improve, especially around Fluent Design. I wrote down seven ideas that I’d love to hear opinions on. I will be sharing them here: #1: Two branches for Windows and content updates; Trying to please everyone with a single version of Windows is difficult, so Microsoft could maintain two official branches of the system: a “Vintage Windows” (like Windows 10), for those who prefer the classic interface and a more traditional look, with extended support indefinitely and security updates. And a “Modern Windows” (Windows 11), consistent with Fluent Design, constantly updated, and focused on introducing new features. Both would use the same kernel and APIs for developer compatibility. This approach would offer users greater freedom of choice and demonstrate that a trillion-dollar company is dedicating teams to simultaneously deliver traditional features and modernity. I’ve seen many people complain about the lack of consistency and lack of content. Additionally, I miss feature updates for Windows and hope that Microsoft brings more flexibility, apps, and Fluent 2-style fixes in future updates. And, yes, this would increase the efforts and costs, but it's a cost that a trillion-dollar company could take. #2: Modern Flyouts and Windows' limitation with volume mixer; In Windows 11, the multimedia controls displayed by apps like Fluent Flyouts are very limited; they only allow you to pause or skip tracks, with no option to adjust the volume or use repeat or shuffle buttons. This makes the experience less convenient compared to Android, where users can control the app’s volume or the music’s volume separately, and the operating system allows third-party apps to do so. My suggestion is that Microsoft should be more flexible and give apps like Modern Flyout the ability to adjust the volume, so you could turn the music up or down without affecting the overall system volume. Honestly, it’s surprising that something as basic as this hasn’t been implemented yet in the most widely used operating system. #3: Lack of flexibility in the Windows 11 search bar; Windows 11 still limits users and developers to a rigid and impractical search bar. Apps like Fluent Search, Flow Search, and Everything Toolbar are much faster and more powerful, but they’re confined to taskbar icons or floating search bars, while the native search bar takes up space without offering the same efficiency. Microsoft needs to be more flexible and release an API that allows third-party apps to appear as a search bar directly on the taskbar. This isn’t a complex feature; it’s something simple and obvious that should already exist. If the official search bar itself isn’t improved, the least they could do is give other apps the freedom to offer a superior experience. It’s frustrating to see Windows remain limited in such basic aspects, while other systems offer more modern and practical solutions. Microsoft needs to listen to users and stop holding Windows back with an outdated model. #4: Windows Task Scheduler and other menus and tools need to be updated The native Windows Task Scheduler is completely outdated and inconsistent with the Fluent 2 style. Independent projects like the Fluent Task Scheduler show that it’s possible to have a modern, organized, and much more user-friendly interface. It’s frustrating that these apps have to coexist with outdated system tools, without being able to replace them or integrate with the system. Microsoft, as a trillion-dollar company, should invest in modernizing its own utilities or hire independent developers who have already proven capable of creating superior solutions, such as the Fluent Task Scheduler. The lack of visual and functional consistency in Windows is glaring and needs to be addressed #5: Lack of flexibility in naming user folders Compared to the Android system; Windows is very inflexible and lacks practicality in many ways. For example, if my folder is C:\Users\eagl, I cannot simply correct it to eagle without creating an entirely new user profile. This lack of flexibility is a major hurdle for personalization on what could be a basic and simple fix. On Android, I was already so used to the system’s practicality that when I switched to Windows—which was supposed to be a more robust and powerful system—I was surprised to find it lacks even such a basic feature. #6: Differences in user experience between home and business users, and inconsistencies in Fluent 2; Microsoft seems to be focusing more and more on businesses, consistently applying Fluent 2 to apps like Teams, Outlook, and Office, while everyday users are left with a Windows full of outdated and inconsistent menus. This contradicts the marketing that promotes Fluent 2 as the standard, yet is frequently violated by the official apps themselves. It’s frustrating to see that Microsoft can’t deliver on its promises. If it really wants to preserve old elements for the sake of businesses, then it should separate the systems, as in point #1: a legacy one for compatibility and a modern one for home users. Or, at the very least, adhere to the Fluent 2 style across all of Windows. I love Fluent 2 and really want to see significant progress in this area, but seeing that Microsoft itself hasn’t made much effort in this regard has been a disappointment. The trillion-dollar company that talks so much about innovation shouldn’t be delivering a fragmented and outdated system. #7: Digital Wellness and productivity; Microsoft should make a native app with fluent style to help users watch their screen/app time. In 2026 there hasn't been an app that's free, solid and that feels native in Windows 11, because there aren't any API for that. Apps like Activity Watch for some reason don't work in my PC and apps like SolidTime are paid and not really fluent. Naturally, something like this should be made by Microsoft itself. Android has it since the beginning, why Windows doesn't have it yet? I believe that these suggestions, even though difficult, could contribute for a more consistent user experience, improved productivity and easier accesibility.How to update drivers on pc for windows 11/10?
Hi everyone, I want to update the drivers on my Windows 11 and Windows 10 PC, but I am not sure where to start. I have heard that old or missing drivers can cause problems, though I do not really understand which drivers need to be updated or the safest way to update drivers on pc. I am a beginner, so I would really appreciate simple and clear advice. Should I update drivers through Windows Update, Device Manager, or by going to the PC or hardware maker's website? I would also like to know how to avoid installing the wrong driver or causing new problems. Thanks in advance for any help.Regarding this post > I fixed my Windows 11
I had lot's of issues with it and couldn't understand what was happening, but I found the culprit! I had stock cooler that had these really ugly clips that weren't easy to plug into motherboard. After trying to click them in, I accidentally broke one of clipses and had to buy new cooler. After I bought new cooler, I montaged it in and computer showed the screen! Of course my first thing was to update bios :) That way I actually saved up to around 100€ that they said they would take in computer service!Help Deciding Whether or Not to Upgrade
I’m mainly looking at upgrading my graphics at the moment, but I’m unsure if I should just update the card or if I need to update the mobo and all and do a fresh build. This is my first self built pc, so I’m not sure how it all goes. Current graphics is a 3060TI and I’m looking at getting an RX 9070 Mobo: MSI B450 Tomahawk MAX II AM4 CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X 8Core 3.6GHz 64gb of DDR4 RAM total I was considering getting the 9070 and updating to Windows 11 just not sure how going all new with only 1 component would be on this build. Do new CPUs fit into older Mobos? I know I can’t do new RAM and RAM is essentially the reason I’m not doing a whole new build in the first place lol.
Disable or remap Ctrl-S which switches to HDMI
I've been struggling with Ctrl-S switching the monitor to the HDMI port at odd times. I use Ctrl-S a lot as I'm handling many files and this shortcut allows me to rename a file on saving (= Save as). Frankly, it's a damned nuisance, and I'd like to disable that action as I have no plans on using the HDMI port, and am very unlikely to have a 2nd monitor this side of 5 years, at least. I'd appreciate any useful advice. Thanks in advance, Paul.Tablet/Desktopmode X1 Yoga Gen 4 Windows 11
I bought a used X1 Yoga Gen 4 from a German refurbished website. The laptop is working perfectly with just one issue. As I flip the screen, to use the laptop as a tablet, the switch mode between tablet mode and desktop mode is pretty inconsistent. I updated several drivers, made a diagnostic run on the Lenovo website and the problem still appears. After a flip, sometimes it gets into tablet mode, but after flipping it back, it stays in the mode, the taskbar is in tablet mode and keyboard and mouse pad is shut off. I need to restart the computer and it works. I tried several software solutions, but from now, nothing worked. In win 10 there have been a button on the pop up menu, or with win + A, that can toggle between tablet and desktop mode. It seems, that windows 11 deleted this possibility completely. I tried to do this manually with a ai suggested .bat Skript, that toggles between the two modes, or set the status to desktop or, tablet but this had no effect. Despairing of the solution methods, it could be the sensor... Does anyone else got this problems with win 11 and more importantly, would anyone have a suggestion for a solution? Thank you.ISO Download for Windows 11 22H2 64 bit
I can't find the official source to download the Windows 11 22H2 64-bit ISO file, but I'm hitting dead ends. The Microsoft website seems to only offer the Media Creation Tool or Installation Assistant, which force an upgrade or create media on a USB. I specifically need the standalone ISO file for a clean installation in a virtual machine. Has anyone discovered a reliable, official source for Windows 11 22H2 ISO download (64-bit)? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Should I Install Windows 10 or 11 ?!
Hello everyone I want to install a fresh windows and actually I can't decide which windows is better right now! I've seen some good reviews of Win 11 but also I've seen the opposite! I mostly use my PC for gaming and and other routine stuff ( like web browsing, watching movies, ETC... ) My specs: GPU: RX 6800XT Ram: 32GB CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X Mainboard: B350 prime plusMange's and Steam on Windows Insider Program
It's been determined that the game executable is date (and time) checking the XML files to determine which is the newest. So, in the first pic above, we can see the Steam installation of SMR. All files will have the date of the install by Steam. The original and GOG versions have a dates from 2006 when SMR was published. This explains why original and GOG users never have a problem with new maps or Mange's.
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