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Windows installer doesn't work?

So I'm having a bit of a weird issue. I've installed windows 10 on a few computers before and have never run into this until now. I recently bought an ssd to boot my OS from, but running the install media usb doesn't seem to work right. I only used…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Install and upgrade
asked 2019-03-03T03:18:06+00:00
Anonymous
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Windows 10 v1903 - ntoskrnl.exe & ISR/DPC latency spikes

Hi, After updating to 1903 LatencyMon associates ntoskrnl.exe with large latency spikes on the order of ~1,300µs. Same results with KB4497935. I posted here too as I thought it could be related to the GPU…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures
asked 2019-05-31T18:33:50+00:00
Anonymous
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HomeGroup is gone in Windows 10 version 1803!

My PC upgraded to Windows 10 Pro version 1803 yesterday during automatic updates. This morning I attempted to view files in my network. Home Group is no longer available in this newest update. It seems in their wisdom they decided it was not needed and …

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2018-05-02T17:42:48+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers

Xbox One S controller causing major performance problems in many games when connected via bluetooth. Need dev attention. Widespread, many examples within.

When connecting the Xbox One S controller via bluetooth, many games suffer performance problems. This is remedied by plugging it in via usb. Firmware updates so far have not remedied the problem. Just a brief anecdotal example before I demonstrate the…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Gaming
asked 2017-03-28T07:06:52+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

MSVCR120_CLR0400.dll

After doing a windows update getting the below error message while logging in . "The procedure entry point nextafterf could not be located in the dynamic link library MSVCR120_CLR0400.dll" what does it mean and how we can resolve it and now I…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2017-06-20T08:53:52+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers

Age of empires II won't work via windows 10

So I was playing age of empires II other day while using windows 7 well upgraded today to windown 10 and now it won't run the start up menu starts but I click play now ... and nothing.how can I fix it

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Gaming
asked 2015-07-30T04:06:45+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 8.1: Where are my games? (Solitaire, Freecell, etc.)

I can't find the standard Microsoft Games (ie: Solitaire, Freecell) that come pre-installed in every other Microsoft Windows based computer that I own. I even looked under "Turn Windows Settings on/off" under "Programs. What's the deal?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Gaming
asked 2014-03-11T14:15:06+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows Store Broker problem: very high CPU usage

Starting several weeks ago (January 2014) the task Windows Store Broker (wshost.exe) starts randomly and quickly climbs up to 50-60% CPU usage - even if no "Metro" apps are running and I haven't opened the Windows Store. I can end the task in…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2014-02-24T10:36:33+00:00
Anonymous
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Did not receive the Microsoft Account Verification Code

I am requested to verify my account, I insert the correct e-mail address for the verification, I am then requested to insert the code that I will receive via e-mail. I never get a code, I have been waiting 3 weeks for this code. does anybody have an…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Security and privacy
asked 2014-01-28T08:42:22+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers

What is the Program program showing up in Windows 8 Task Manager Startup tab?

I just purchased a new HP desktop.  Windows 8 is installed.  I've had it for about three weeks.  I haven't installed much so far...printer drivers, Acrobat Reader, Google Chrome, VLC Media Player, Open Office, and Quicken 2012 are all I can think…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2013-01-08T19:16:06+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How to enable touch screen on Windows 8 computer. ​

Original Title: how do i turn this toa touch screen how do I make my computer a touch screen

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2012-12-25T18:51:27+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How to get your Google Calendar events to show in the Calendar app in Windows 8

How do I get my Google Calendar events to show in the Calendar app in Windows 8?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2013-03-29T19:57:40+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Nokia Lumia 920 driver error

I wanted to download my music via the phone app since most of my music library does not appear in my phone to download from the cloud (none of my music purchased via CD appears in it), but I encountered this problem: When I connected my Lumia 920 for the…

Windows for home | Other | Devices and drivers
asked 2012-11-10T22:27:34+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Error number: 0x80240036 for windows update.

reloaded computer- getting error message Error number: 0x80240036 for windows update. It will not run. Need to get all updates.How do I correct this?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
asked 2012-06-27T10:40:11+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers

can I use send to mail recipient with the mail app?

I've tried to right click on a file in Windows 8 and select Send To > Mail Recipient, but it gives an error saying that i haven't associated an email program. The Mail app is already set to all its defaults, and it doesn't change anything. Can I use…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Email and communications
asked 2012-11-25T20:46:34+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Turning on Windows Firewall and Defender in Windows 8

My firewall and Windows Defender seem to be off. I just got Windows 8 last Friday and I cannot get it to turn on. When I go to the Windows Defender App, it says "Windows Defender has been turned off and is not protecting your computer." How do…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Security and privacy
asked 2012-10-30T04:10:31+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers

Custom hotkeys to change input language disappear frequently

I had the same problem in Windows 7, and it persists in Windows 8. This happened in three computers I had, including the current one. I have configured three input languages, and I assign a hotkey (alt+shift+number) to each of them. However, after some…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Email and communications
asked 2012-10-31T12:18:27+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Can I continue to use Windows XP OEM if I change only the motherboard in my computer?

I am running Windows XP Home OEM on my computer. I still have the original disk and key, and the COA is attached to the case of the computer, as required. If I only change the motherboard, and retain the existing harddrive (with the original Windows…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Install and upgrade
asked 2011-07-03T05:14:22+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable error 1935

I am using Windows 7 Professional. I tried to install Guitar Pro 6 on my PC. This software needs Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable to run. But, this installation gives following error.    Error 1935. An error occured during the installation of…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Apps
asked 2011-03-21T00:16:14+00:00
Anonymous
67 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Lifecam Studio stopped working after firmware upgrade?!?

Hi All. I bought a new LifecamStudio 2 days ago. I installed the camera, following the instructions of course. In the end of the installation, I could se my self in the Lifecam software window, so far no problems, the camera worked. Suddenly a popup…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2011-02-22T07:17:34+00:00
Anonymous