Windows guides
Understanding the Reimagined Task Manager in Windows 8 (Historical)
A tour of the redesigned Windows 8 Task Manager, including Processes, Performance, App history, Startup, Users, Details, and Services.
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Windows guides
How to Use a Clean Boot in Windows 7 and Vista — Historical Guide
Historical Windows 7 and Vista clean-boot procedure for isolating background service and startup-program conflicts.
Troubleshooting
Fix 'BOOTMGR Is Missing' in Windows 7 and Vista — Historical Guide
Historical Windows 7 and Vista recovery guide for the “BOOTMGR is missing” startup error, using boot-order checks, Startup Repair, System Restore, and BCD repair when appropriate.