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Windows activation after bios update

After updating the bios, im unable to activate windows 11, which was already activated. You're telling me I can't update the bios without windows freaking out. I paid for this product and now the only thing the troubleshooter is telling me to do is to…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
asked 2022-06-19T10:02:22+00:00
Anonymous
263 answers

Outlook for Mac 2016 - Repeated password prompts still an issue ...

All- As we know, one of the biggest bugs in Outlook for Mac 2016 is the ever-so-annoying repeated password prompt problem. This refers to the constant pop-ups that make it appear like Outlook is forgetting your password every few minutes, etc. The…

Outlook | MacOS | Legacy Outlook for Mac | For business
asked 2015-06-20T22:09:21+00:00
Anonymous
263 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

AMMYY Scam

Hello I got a call from a guy with a really heavy Indian accent claiming to be working with Microsoft. He told me that my computer had multiple problems. He then told me to hit the Window icon on my keyboard and R (Which is to activate Run) After…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Security and privacy
asked 2013-04-19T00:13:20+00:00
Anonymous
263 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Surface 2 is not charging, battery red X

Hello everyone, I bought the Surface 2 last Tuesday on launch day and it's already having a pretty serious problem. When I plug in the charger, the light on it lights up but the actual device does not charge. The battery is dead because of this and I…

Surface | Other
asked 2013-10-29T02:14:31+00:00
Anonymous
262 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

how to delete the history of uninstalled apps in win 8 store

when i uninstalled apps in win 8 ,,, i dont know how to delete that history because when i checked in "your apps"(in win 8 store),, there were history of unistalled apps..

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Microsoft Store
asked 2012-12-21T20:53:24+00:00
Anonymous
261 answers

Problem in network Windows 11 24h2

After updating to the new Windows 11h2, some machines experienced network issues with both cable and Wi-Fi. They connect but don’t get network access and receive an IP address starting with 169…, resulting in no internet or network connection. I updated…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2024-10-02T19:40:22+00:00
Anonymous
261 answers

Type Cover not Working but ...

My type cover does not work and I left my surface aside the battery drained. I put it in the socket and the type cover worked. What will it be?

Surface | Surface Pro | Power and battery
asked 2017-08-30T22:08:02+00:00
Anonymous
259 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

how to apply spell check in new Outlook

New Outlook version: how to apply spell check

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2023-04-18T11:39:50+00:00
Anonymous
259 answers

'BITS' Not Listed Under 'Services' in Win XP

I am running Win XP Prof with SP3. Windows Update started to download at 2am on Tues Nov 12 but froze midway through. After rebooting and checking Windows Update and Microsoft Security Essentials, both programs were unable to download and install…

Windows for home | Other | Windows update
asked 2013-11-13T12:42:50+00:00
Anonymous
258 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Office 2013 error message “Something went wrong. Sorry, we ran into a problem. Go online for additional help. Error Code 30088-4”

I am getting the error, “Something went wrong. Sorry, we ran into a problem. Go online for additional help. 30088-4” when trying to install Office 2013. What should I do?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Windows
asked 2014-03-20T20:55:17+00:00
Anonymous
258 answers

Troubleshoot camera problems in Windows

Troubleshoot camera problems in Windows (*Moved from feedback.) ==== This thread has run its course and will be locked. If you need help, please Start your own question thread. Make sure to provide as many details as possible. ====

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Devices and drivers
asked 2023-06-30T18:39:18+00:00
Anonymous
257 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Force Feedback on Xbox 360 Racing Wheel using Wireless Gaming Reciever in Windows 7

I am trying to use my Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel in Windows 7 using the Wireless Gaming Receiver to connect it to my PC. It connects fine and I can use the wheel in games, but I'm not getting any force feedback and I don't see it mentioned in the…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Gaming
asked 2009-12-10T21:53:03+00:00
Anonymous
256 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Anyway to make the sound louder?

I have it maxed at the settings and deleted Skype. I ran the same YouTube video on  a Nexus 7 side-by-side and it is about 25% louder. BTW, Nexus7 loaded all 4 videos I compared 3 times faster

Surface | Other
asked 2012-11-01T20:24:52+00:00
Anonymous
255 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Clipboard problem in Excel 2016

I am running Excel 2016 on a Windows 10 Machine. When I copy a cell (or cut a cell, or move a cell) I get one of two error messages: "Cannot open the Clipboard" "We couldn't free up space on the Clipboard.  Another program might be using…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | For home | Windows
asked 2016-04-16T23:39:19+00:00
Anonymous
254 answers

The new update on OUTLOOK mail, is terrible

After researching how to get it back to how it looked, which was much more in my taste, much easier to navigate, had what I needed and nothing more, - I now see I can't get it back after it was updated. I think i'm gonna completely disgard of this…

Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2023-02-24T12:49:35+00:00
Anonymous
254 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 8 apps are pending and never download from Windows Store

Please advise I just upgraded to Windows 8 and there is an option for Marketplace on the start screen, however when you go to marketplace and download the apps, it shows that they are queued for download but they never download at all, they keep on…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Microsoft Store
asked 2012-11-04T14:32:03+00:00
Anonymous
253 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Surface Pen or Multi-touch not working after Fall Creators update is installed on Surface Pro 4 or Surface Book

After installing the new fall creator update, my surface pro 4 pen no longer writes, erases or interacts with the screen at all. All the buttons function normally. I used the Microsoft diagnostic trouble tree which had me replace batteries re-install…

Surface | Accessories | Surface Pen
asked 2017-10-20T17:33:35+00:00
Anonymous
252 answers

Cumulative updates - April 14 2020

This is a summary of the cumulative updates released on April 14th 2020. Windows 10 1903 and 1909 - KB4549951, Build No. 18362.778 and 18363.778 Windows 10 1809- KB4549949, OS build17763.1058* Direct Download links KB4549951 32-bit update can be…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2020-04-15T06:18:00+00:00
Sumit 44,226 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
252 answers

Windows 8.1 Update Error Code: 0x80240031

I am getting error code 0x80240031 during download of Windows 8.1 for 50% of Downloading. Can anybody help me fix this?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Install and upgrade
asked 2013-10-17T16:50:33+00:00
Anonymous
252 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Is Remember each folder's view settings functionality gone for good?

Everyone remembers this from Windows XP. You goto My Computer/Tools/Folder Options.../View and there used to be a check box for "Remember each folder's view settings" Is it going to be incorporated into Windows 7 anytime soon? The main…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2009-10-04T19:26:27+00:00
Anonymous