Hi Copilot , i got a problem with running a web browser with my Windows 8 PC/Desktop , it says ' there is a problem with this web site security certificate " ........ Copilot , how can i overcome this problem ? THANKS.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Got it — that “problem with this website’s security certificate” message is pretty common on older systems like Windows 8. It usually means your browser or PC can’t verify the site’s certificate properly. Here are the main fixes you can try:
🔧 Steps to Fix Certificate Errors on Windows 8
Check your system date and time
If your PC clock is wrong, certificates look expired or invalid. Make sure the date, time, and time zone are correct.Update root certificates
Windows 8 is no longer supported, so its certificate store may be outdated. Install the latest Windows updates or manually update root certificates.Try a different browser
Older versions of Internet Explorer or early Chrome/Firefox builds may not support modern certificates. Download the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, or Edge (if possible).Clear browser cache
Cached SSL data can cause repeated errors. Clear cookies and cache, then reload the site.Check antivirus/firewall settings
Some security software intercepts HTTPS traffic and replaces certificates. Temporarily disable SSL scanning in your antivirus to test.Verify the website itself
Sometimes the issue is on the site’s side. If other devices show the same warning, the site’s certificate may really be expired or misconfigured.
⚠️ Important: Don’t ignore certificate warnings by just clicking “Continue.” That can expose you to unsafe sites. Always fix the underlying cause or confirm the site is trustworthy.
Would you like me to walk you through updating root certificates on Windows 8, or do you prefer a quicker workaround like switching to a modern browser?
Copilot , how do i set my time zone , date and time correctly in Windows 8 Operating System ? Please could you give me a step-by-step procedure? THANKS.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
Fixing date, time, and time zone in Windows 8
If your clock’s off, certificates can fail. Here are clear step-by-step ways to set your time zone, date, and time correctly on Windows 8 and 8.1.
Set time zone in PC settings (Windows 8 and 8.1)
Open PC settings:
- Press Windows+C to open the Charms, select Settings, then choose Change PC settings.
- In Windows 8: go to General. In Windows 8.1: go to Time & language, then Date & time. Windows 8 Help Forums
Choose your time zone:
- In Windows 8: under Time, select the time zone list.
- In Windows 8.1: under Time zone, use the dropdown.
- For Malaysia, pick “(UTC+08:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore.” Windows 8 Help Forums
Adjust daylight saving time (if shown):
- Ensure DST settings suit your region. Malaysia doesn’t use DST, so it’s typically off. Windows 8 Help Forums
These steps reflect the Windows 8/8.1 paths for changing time zone via PC settings. Windows 8 Help Forums
Set date and time from Control Panel
Open Date and Time:
- Press Windows+X, choose Control Panel, then Clock, Language, and Region > Date and Time.
Set the correct time:
- Click Change date and time… and adjust the date, time, and time zone as needed.
Sync with an internet time server (recommended):
- Go to the Internet Time tab > Change settings…
- Check Synchronize with an Internet time server and select time.windows.com (or another reliable server), then Update now.
Using Control Panel lets you manually set the clock and enable time synchronization, which helps prevent certificate errors caused by a drifting system clock.
Quick method via search (Windows 8/8.1)
- Find the setting fast:
- Press Windows+F, type “time zone,” select Settings, then choose Change the time zone to jump directly to the time zone control. iSunshare
This shortcut opens the same time zone selector referenced above for Windows 8/8.1. iSunshare
Set automatic time (if available)
- Use automatic time where supported:
- Some Windows versions expose “Set time automatically” and “Set time zone automatically” toggles in Settings. If you see them, turn these on to keep your clock aligned. If not, use internet time sync via Control Panel as shown above. Microsoft Support
Automatic toggles are documented for modern Windows; on Windows 8/8.1, rely on time synchronization if the toggles aren’t present. Microsoft Support
Tips to avoid certificate warnings
- Confirm your region: Ensure Malaysia time zone is set to UTC+08:00 (Kuala Lumpur, Singapore).
- Sync now, then restart the browser: After syncing time, close and reopen your browser to clear the error.
- Keep Windows updates applied: Outdated systems can mis-handle certificates.
If you want, tell me whether you’re on Windows 8 or 8.1 and which browser you use, and I’ll tailor the exact clicks for your screen.
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