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00:00:00 – 00:07:36
The video focuses on methods to install Microsoft Store apps without accessing the Microsoft Store directly, using a clean, minimalistic gaming system as an example. The presenter introduces "winget," the Windows Package Manager, and provides a script to install it via PS Gallery, a Microsoft-hosted repository. He demonstrates how to install apps like Spotify by using alternative methods when direct scripts are unavailable. This includes utilizing a website, apps.microsoft.com, and a temporary link generator, RG-adguard, to download apps. The video also addresses handling dependencies, such as the VC lib 140 for x86 systems, and provides troubleshooting tips like restarting the computer to resolve issues. The overall theme emphasizes effective, low-resource methods for installing Microsoft Store apps while bypassing the store itself.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses how to install Microsoft Store apps without actually using the Microsoft Store itself. He demonstrates this on his clean, stripped-down gaming system which lacks access to the Microsoft Store. The key tool highlighted is “winget,” a Windows Package Manager. The presenter provides a script with three commands utilizing PS Gallery, a Microsoft-hosted repository, to install winget. He walks through each command, explaining how to trust PS Gallery and install the required scripts. This method captures all necessary dependencies and works even on very minimalist systems, making it more effective than traditional methods like appx or nuget installers.
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In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to install applications from the Microsoft Store using alternative methods when a straightforward install script isn’t available. They guide viewers to the website apps.microsoft.com, which serves as a web-based version of the Microsoft Store, and demonstrate searching for and selecting an app, in this case, Spotify. They then introduce RG-adguard, a temporary Microsoft-hosted link generator for downloading apps, cautioning that these links expire and shouldn’t be used in permanent scripts. The speaker proceeds to download Spotify using the generated link, showing various commands in the console, such as `invoke-restmethod` and `add-appxpackage`, while noting potential issues like missing dependencies or license files.
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In this part of the video, the speaker addresses an issue related to missing VC lib 140 for x86 systems. They discuss the challenges of 64-bit and 32-bit compatibility, noting it’s not as prominent as in the Vista days but still relevant. They proceed to locate the required x86 version, copy the link, and execute a command to download it. After successfully adding the dependency, they attempt to add the Spotify app package from the Microsoft Store and confirm its successful installation. The speaker also advises restarting the computer if any launch issues occur, and highlights that the process enables users to install Microsoft Store apps without directly using the store.