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Surface Pro 1 on Windows 8.1 reboots when Type Cover 2 is removed

I just noticed this recently but sometimes I get a Random reboot not even doing anything particular. I also noticed twice that when I attached my Type Cover 2 it reboots.  Example I attached it and the SURFACE logo shows and it boots up. Anyone else…

Surface | Surface Pro | USB-C
asked 2013-11-12T17:57:47+00:00
Anonymous
276 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Outlook opens, then immediately closes

I just tried to update my dell desktop to Office 365, and now when i try to open Outlook, it immediately shuts down. clicking the outlook icon brings up https://outlook.live.com/mail/inbox but i don't want that. I want my traditional outlook. Help?

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2020-02-17T20:15:32+00:00
Anonymous
275 answers

The instruction at 0x000******* referenced memory at 0x0000****** written SOLUTION for WINDOWS 11 23h2

The Instruction at 0x00007FFBCEAC3ACA reference memory at 0x0000000000000024. The memory could not be written. Click ok to terminate the programme. I use windows 11 23h2 this happened after the latest update, and happens at shutdown. sfc /scannow, ran it…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2024-01-30T13:42:08+00:00
Anonymous
edited an answer 2026-04-11T12:39:53.0133333+00:00
Don Varnau 19,910 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
275 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 10, multi Monitor, maximized window blank/empty space on top of screen

This problem happens with all windows when maximized.  When the window is maximized there is a bar at the top of the screen through which i can see my desktop. Its like that range that the window can maximize has been shortened. Here is the link from…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures
asked 2018-08-22T16:21:29+00:00
Anonymous
275 answers

Thank you, MSN, for taking away My MSN

Thank you, MSN, for redesigning your website to cater to touchpad users. I applaud the demise of the old My MSN and its individuality and welcome my new role as a happy little clone in your Brand New MSN touchpad-friendly world. Thank you, MSN, for your…

Windows for home | Other | Apps
asked 2014-09-10T09:05:54+00:00
Anonymous
275 answers

Nokia Lumia 930 microphone problem

Hello. I got an issue with my Lumia 930 that i bought today.  When i've got an incomming/outgoing call the person on the other end can't hear me, but i can hear them clearly. It works when i put the call on speaker, but i want to be able to call someone…

Windows for home | Other | Devices and drivers
asked 2014-07-24T13:10:38+00:00
Anonymous
274 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Many unsolicited Microsoft verification codes.

* Locked I'm getting a few codes minute for the last hour or so.  I've checked to see if someone was accessing my account and there was no evidence of it.  I'm receiving texts from a handful of numbers and i don't want to block them in since i do need to…

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
asked 2020-01-04T16:51:31+00:00
Anonymous
274 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

My outlook ribbon's font size is suddenly massive. How do I change it back to a reasonable size like the rest of the app?

I tried changing app text size settings on my computer but this shrunk everything else. I just want to reduce the size of the RIBBON ONLY in my outlook app. No clue why this has happened. As you can see below, the ribbon is very large but the rest of…

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2021-11-15T16:10:54+00:00
Anonymous
272 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 8 is stuck in an automatic repair loop

My windows 8 get in a automatic repair loop and it couldn't repair it. And than it says log file d:\windows\system32\logfiles\srt\srttrail.txt What to do?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2012-10-26T21:04:03+00:00
Anonymous
271 answers

Publisher alternative in 2026

Hello, What software will people be using and why when Publisher is phased out in October 2026? Thank you. I know there's InDesign and Canva. Also, will Publisher files be able to be converted ?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Publisher | For business
asked 2024-05-30T12:21:21+00:00
Anonymous
271 answers

Outlook 365 app error 1001 on RDS environment ( FSLogix)

Hello, We encounter an issue with M365 apps (Outlook, Work, Excel) on a specific environment ( Remote Desktop Service) Sometime, when an user open his application (Outlook for instance) on a RDS, an authentification pop and ask for credentials. If the…

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2023-07-07T08:25:49+00:00
Anonymous
271 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 11 file explorer is slow, lagging, hangs!

Hi, I have a very strong PC with Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe, Intel i7-9700K, 32GB Memory and ASUS ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming. When my PC was on Windows 10 there was no problem with File Explorer but after upgrading to Windows 11 I am facing a problem with…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2022-11-06T07:07:24+00:00
Anonymous
270 answers

Trouble Making Image Backup with Acronia True Image 2016 -- apparent misread of space

I have been trying for days now to make a backup image of my internal Windows 10 hard drive, fully updated to current Windows 10 level May 2020. I have been using Acronis True Image 2016, as I always do. I have been backing up to an external, USB2…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2020-06-18T23:54:58+00:00
Anonymous
270 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Mouse and keyboard input not working after windows 10 upgrade from windows 7.

I upgraded to the window 10 tech preview from windows 7 and now my mouse and keyboard dont work once the os loads up and brings me to the sign in screen. I cant even roll back to windows 7 now because I have no mouse input except for when the bios…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Devices and drivers
asked 2015-01-27T00:02:04+00:00
Anonymous
268 answers

Windows update KB3004394 issues

Windows update KB3004394  causes the following issues on my Windows 7 x64 Ultimate system: All MMC functions (Event Viewer, etc.) now require Administrator action, although in an Administrator account. Windows Defender service will not start The Windows…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2014-12-09T21:18:09+00:00
Anonymous
268 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

"USB Device Not recognized" error keeps popping up and USB devices do not work

I keep recieving the USB not recognized error on my HP Vista home laptop.

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2009-04-19T23:29:47+00:00
Anonymous
268 answers

Microsoft Rewards not giving points for PC search or Edge Bonus as advertised.

I cleared cache, reset default, updated, on/off, log in/out, points not showing up 24-hrs later, no response from Microsoft Support for 10+ days after multiple attempts. Microsoft Support recognize(d) first ticket but won't respond to first ticket. Given…

Bing | Microsoft Rewards
Bing | Microsoft Rewards

A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.

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asked 2023-11-20T15:42:07+00:00
Anonymous
268 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Surface Pro 3 camera quality

i posted this as a question so that the Microsoft techs can have some visibility of this issue Frankly, I am lividand disappointed at the quality in this product. at first I assumed it was a firmware issue and/or a hardware issue but after performing…

Surface | Surface Pro | Sound and camera
asked 2014-06-23T00:43:23+00:00
Anonymous
266 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Snip & Sketch add a text box

I can draw on a snip, but it is hard to write a note with a mouse. Can I add a text box and  type a note on a snip?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Settings
asked 2019-06-25T20:46:44+00:00
Anonymous
265 answers

Microsoft Solitaire Levels

Can anyone expand this list? I have played mostly spider and pyramid, but play Freecell, Tripeaks and Klondike as well. 5 - 9  Recruit 10 - 14  Enthusiast 15 - 19  Apprentice 20 - 24  Graduate 25 - 29  Aficionado 30 - 34  Talented 35 - 39 …

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Gaming
asked 2020-07-20T13:37:40+00:00
Anonymous