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'YES' button on UAC prompt is absent.

There are lots of questions on this on line but no answers which actually work. The problem is that I was trying to fine a way of saving config files in Microsoft FSX. Everytime I got a 'you're not permitted' response. Then an emergency cropped up and I…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Settings
asked 2021-08-07T18:07:17+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

System restore mysteries / shadow copies etc

Hi, New Windows 10 user here. Have Googled/Binged around and still a bit puzzled about this. So, System Restore is defaulted to "Off" in Windows 10. I understand some of the reasons for this, but still find it a useful tool. (I left…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2021-04-22T05:04:50+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

how to fix Feature update to Windows 10, version 2004 failed - 0xc19001e1

Feature update to Windows 10, version 2004 failed to install all the way.  I have tried twice to get this update and both times it did not complete all the way / only 86% then failed.  When I check for updates again I get: Feature update to Windows 10,…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2020-06-02T04:37:04+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Photoshop RAM error in the 1803 update of Windows 10

When you want to use a tool in Photoshop, you might face with an error which tells you there's not enough RAM to operate. Don't worry it doesn't mean that your system is an old grandpa and you need to upgrade its RAM, as I have a Surface Pro 4 with 8GB…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures
asked 2018-05-20T19:28:07+00:00
Anonymous
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Updated computer now Asus PCE AC68 will not work

I update to the latest version of windows 10 now my wireless network adapter will not work. I am currently use my iPhone usb hotspot to connect to the internet on my desktop. I have tried the latest driver updates and uninstalling and reinstalling. I…

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Internet and connectivity
asked 2017-10-22T16:49:38+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Running DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

After I started the DISM.exe /Online/Cleanup-image/Restorehealth I get a flashing white dot and after an hour no new data has shown on the screen! Does the flashing dot mean the restorehealth of my pc is in process?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update
asked 2018-01-27T17:53:37+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Vista: The update does not apply to your system

This follows on from the Windows Update problem in Vista and 7 (see here) but seems to be a different problem, so I've moved away from that topic. I have 32-bit Vista Home Premium (but with a 64-bit processor...don't know why the manufacturer did that),…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2017-01-23T12:54:10+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Zune Marketplace disappeared today

So until yesterday, I was still using the Zune desktop software to manage my subscription music.  Search results would show me what's in my collection and also give me the option to download from the store with my 9.99 monthly subscription.  As of…

Windows for home | Other | Music, photos, and video
asked 2016-04-28T20:50:01+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center doesn't recognize Sculpt Comfort Keyboard (Windows 8.1 x64)

I've recently upgraded my computer, bought Microsoft Sculpt Comfort Keyboard and installed Windows 8.1 x64. I also installed Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center v.2.2, that's offered on the Microsoft Hardware website. The keyboard works like a charm, but…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2013-10-26T18:58:25+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

BUG: CHKDSK stuck at 11% for hours, but was actually working

I ran CHKDSK on my Windows 8.1 Pro 64bit laptop.  The message said that it was up to 11% and then it stopped advancing for ages.  I thought that CHKDSK had stalled or crashed, but it turns out that it was working, it's just that it took several hours to …

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2013-10-29T15:12:28+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Connect to internet is greyed out with airplane mode

I have a Dell Inspiron 15 R. Windows 8.1. Everything was working fine. I stopped using the internet because I didn't have one for few days. Now I have a connection. I turned on the laptop and surprise. The connect software button is grayed out along with…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
asked 2013-12-22T04:31:38+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Windows 8/8.1 Explorer hangs when renaming a file through MTP

Hi, I've been itching to talk about this problem for a long time, But was waiting for a solution to come up through windows updates. I was having this issue since i had Windows 8 64 bit. I would connect my Lumia using a USB cable and copying back and…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2013-12-13T04:34:00+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

Microsoft Mahjong Daily Challenge games not loading

For Feb 3, 2014 - the Classic game won't load. On Feb 4, the Lightning Tiles game won't load, and on Feb 6, the Golden Tiles games won't load. The other two games on each of those days work just fine. Is anyone else having this problem?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Gaming
asked 2014-02-06T17:14:57+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers

The system has recovered from a serious error

I've been having these for the last couple of months. I've been googling the details in the error report but don't really understand the error that's occurring. I think it 'might' be related to my NVidia graphics card or driver, but I have the latest…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2013-01-06T18:41:34+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Runtime error r6034 microsoft visual c++ runtime library explorer.exe

Hi! I encountered a problem with my Windows 7 SP1 Professional x64 computer. Problem started two weeks ago after I installed the monthly Windows updates. After the updates every time I restart or login to my computer I get the error message saying…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2013-05-29T08:05:23+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

SMS Backup

I'm brand new to windows phone 8 and I realize that the built-in SMS backup service only restores texts present on the phone. I need a true backup service that I had on my android phone so I can backup all communications with my ex-wife. Is there…

Windows for home | Other | Devices and drivers
asked 2013-03-10T00:41:45+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 8 backup error code 0x81000033

I am attempting to create a system image from Windows 8 on a external USB drive. I have a Seagate expansion drive with 1.81 Tb capacity that I am attempting to put the backup on. In Control Panel/Windows 7 file recovery I am selecting 'back up now' The…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Recovery and backup
asked 2012-12-26T01:51:15+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Type 1 font handling messed up by December 11, 2012 update KB2753842

Programs like Quark Xpress and Coreldraw on Windows 7 and XP have their Type 1 font handling broken by this patch. Characters larger than 15 pt. become invisible. Uninstalling the patch removes the problem. We have 330 machines with this problem. Is…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2012-12-13T00:15:42+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Why are Windows updates so slow (and long) with Windows 7

original title: We'll search the Windows forum for an answerWhy are Windows updates so slow (and long) with Windows 7 I have a new netbook with windows 7 starter. Last night when I tried to shut down, I got a message about updating and not to shut…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2012-01-02T23:18:56+00:00
Anonymous
63 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

"IOLORGDF32 Program not found skip autocheck" after upgrade win7 to win8

How to solve the "IOLORGDF32 Program not found skip autocheck" after upgrade win7 to win8

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Performance and system failures
asked 2012-11-11T05:36:19+00:00
Anonymous