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Active directory domain services unavailable
I'm running windows 7 and after the last set of updates (4/15/2010) I can no longer access the print servers (version 2003). It gives me the message: Active directory domain services unavailable. I have verified that DNS is set up properly and have…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
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2010-04-18T03:18:44+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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System Restore does not work and returns the following error 0x80070005:__
"System Restore did not complete successfully, Your computer's files and settings were not changed. Details; System Restore could not access a file. This is probably because an anti-virus program is running on the computer . Temporally disable…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures
42,852 questions
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2009-11-30T18:24:22+00:00
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Automatic Update deleted all my files!
Last night my laptop running Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit on a Dell Inspirion Laptop performed an automatic update. After rebooting, all my personal files including two 15 page papers I was working on for my degree were deleted. All my pictures,…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
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2010-04-29T14:22:13+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Accidentally deleted my Inbox! How do I recover my emails?
Original title: I wanted to completely delete my "deleted" file. Accidently deleted my "inbox" ! How do I recover my emails in my inbox??? Remember - This is a public forum so never post private information such as email or phone…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2010-04-10T21:49:33+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Windows7 will not let me edit the hosts file and save it
Windows7 will not let me edit the hosts file and save it. What must I do in order to save the edited host file?
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
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2010-04-16T18:31:57+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Links will not open or play online .wmv files
IE8 won't play WMV video files from links With IE8, under Windows7 RC, in a webpage there is a link such as: http://.../file.wmv If I click on it, an error page immediately appears, saying: Internet explorer cannot display the webpage. Further…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Music, photos, and video
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2009-06-02T21:32:56+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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You might not have permission to use this network resource. Contact your administrator.__Windows 7, Vista, and XP networking
I've just about read every single post and blog there is on the internet about networking Microsoft's OSes. I have a Windows 7 Desktop, a Vista Laptop, and an XP Laptop. None of them like each other. They can all see each other, but the XP gets the You…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2009-12-06T23:51:53+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Code error 80072EFE during Windows Update
ERROR CODE 80072EFE WHILE ATTEMPTING TO UPDATE IN WINDOWS UPDATE MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. McAFEE installed after win security ess. uninstalled. several problems w/ programs " not responding" constantly and pc running very slow. compaq presario …
Windows for home | Other | Windows update
1,573 questions
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2010-03-20T07:33:01+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Window 7 will can not Backup or let me do a system image backup.
I have just upgraded to Windows 7, but when I try to do a complete backup or system backup, it fails. I started to do a full backup to dvd, it took hours and stopped at 84%, I also tried to backup with system image, but this faild, I tried to backup…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Recovery and backup
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2009-10-24T06:06:16+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:25:10.87+00:00
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Window Display in MS Edge Randomly Blurs
Good day, Sometimes when I am using MS Edge, the window display blurs seemingly without cause and stays there for a few minutes. When I say "window display" I mean it only applies to the Edge Work window I have open (I don't remember it…
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
Other issues or features related to Microsoft Edge on Windows 11
3,633 questions
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2023-09-06T17:46:20+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:16:59.0433333+00:00
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New Microsoft Edge wont play HDR videos in YouTube
As the title describes, I cannot play/ see HDR YouTube videos - the option is not available any more from the resolution selection. With previous Edge (prior to 15/01/2020) I could and I could also choose a higher resolution from my screen's native…
Microsoft Edge | Audio and video playback | Windows 10
Microsoft Edge | Audio and video playback | Windows 10
Managing media playback issues and settings in Microsoft Edge on Windows 10
449 questions
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2020-01-17T10:02:19+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:16:11.57+00:00
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Copilot not working on Windows 11
Copilot services in Windows 11 don't seem to be working. No use of resetting Edge settings nor restarting the device. I did try making changes in the Registry Editor but that doesn't seem to be working! Edit: Copilot in Edge…
Windows Insider program | Windows Insider preview | Internet and connectivity
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2024-05-23T07:10:12+00:00
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2025-07-07T19:10:57.31+00:00
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Something went wrong while taking this photo
Anyone else getting this message trying to use the camera? "Something went wrong while taking this photo"
Surface | Other
1,470 questions
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2012-11-06T04:05:05+00:00
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2025-06-30T16:14:36.5966667+00:00
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Where are you attaching your pen tab to your Surface Pro 3?
The pen tab is designed to be attached to the keyboard. But when I detach the Pro3 from the keyboard I no longer have access to the pen. On my Surface Pro 1 I attached a loop to the right side which worked except when I put it in the docking…
Surface | Accessories | Surface Pen
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2014-06-25T15:32:58+00:00
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2025-06-30T16:14:36.5966667+00:00
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Surface Duo 2 tap to pay using Google Wallet stopped working
Tap to pay using Google wallet when connected to an approved credit card is no longer working. The issue presented in the last few days prior to the security update. I've used it flawlessly for many months on this phone and now it refuses to work, it…
Surface | Surface Duo | M365 apps and services
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2023-08-10T10:09:13+00:00
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2025-06-30T16:14:36.5966667+00:00
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Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant (SaRA) is Dead? November 2024
Is Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant (SaRA) Dead? November 2024. I see its migrated to Get Help. I can't seem to open it anymore. It was my very effective tool to troubleshoot Office application problems. Can you help provide alternatives? and…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For business | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For business | Windows
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
11,687 questions
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2024-11-28T08:06:29+00:00
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2025-07-21T21:09:45.31+00:00
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Not able to paste any images onto Microsoft whiteboard
Hi, I'm not able to paste any images that I have copied onto a blank Microsoft Whiteboard. I haven't experienced this problem until today. Does anyone know how to fix this? I've tried closing the application, restarting my computer, repairing the app in…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Other
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
12,334 questions
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2024-04-12T10:11:38+00:00
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2025-07-21T21:08:42.7333333+00:00
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A shared folder in one drive, cannot be synced to explorer. Option no longer available
Good morning, I am an experienced IT professional. I have already confirmed permissions to one drive folders are fine. And, one drive has been reinstalled etc. The account in question is just a free outlook.com account. Issue - You used to be able to…
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
A Microsoft file hosting and synchronization service.
16,165 questions
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2024-06-17T23:34:45+00:00
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2025-07-21T21:08:42.7333333+00:00
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How to cancel and refund subscription
Pls end the this subscription and I want a refund for this.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
26,165 questions
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2024-04-07T02:04:53+00:00
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2025-07-21T21:08:42.7333333+00:00
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Enable AI copilot in Office 365
Dear Microsoft Support, I hope this email finds you well. I recently learned about the new AI "copilot" feature in Outlook and I'm interested in enabling it on my account. However, I'm having trouble finding specific instructions on how to do…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For business | Other
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
10,249 questions
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2023-03-17T23:00:11+00:00
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2025-07-21T21:05:31.1933333+00:00
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