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Cannot add Windows 7 PC to domain. Get the following message. An attempt to resolve the DNS name of a DC in the domain being joined has failed.

When trying to add a new Windows 7 machine to a network I get the following error message..."An attempt to resolve the DNS name of a DC in the domain being joined has failed. Please verify this client is configured to reach a DNS server that can…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
asked 2009-11-10T19:41:01+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows 7 has stopped my SD card reader from working.

My SD card reader doesn't work in Windows 7. Have looked in device manager and all is there - have tried updating drivers and told mine are the latest (2006)... I am not impressed with this system....looks like another Vista farce to me.... Also I have…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2009-10-26T13:52:08+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

What is the syntax of Windows 7 file search (wildcards, logical signs...) ?__

Hello, I am looking for it everywhere but I can't find it. When in Windows search and you are looking for a file, you can type in *.txt to look for a '.txt' file. But it seems that the syntax of file name to look seems more complex that it looks…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2009-11-16T14:40:26+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

My taskbar is missing when i use Internet Explorer

From: Corin Am I crazy, or did my task bar disappear?  When I am looking at my desktop I have a task bar... and I could have sworn that for the last couple months (since installing Vista) I had a task bar visable when I was in Internet Explorer. …

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Accessibility
asked 2008-12-11T17:53:37+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How do I get Classic Folder Icons Back?

How can I get back the folder icons from windows xp?  I need my folder icons to be flat square folders, which I can customize with one photo from inside the folder shown on the front?  These open folders sitting sideways with documents and pictures…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2010-03-20T15:16:47+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Multiple simultaneous audio outputs in windows 7

I have seen multiple questions about enabling multiple audio outputs simultaneously in windows vista and 7, like example SPDIF and analog output, everytime answer is that its not supported by windows 7. Why is that? Why isnt it supported it worked fine …

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2009-12-04T01:29:16+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Device manager is blank

I tried Microsofts suggestion of clicking on plug and play and making sure it was set on automatic but that didn't work.

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers
asked 2009-10-18T10:41:49+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Programs Crash, error: Fault module kernelbase.dll . Application crash

I have several programs that seems to be in some conflict with kernelbase.dll. They crash the moment I start them and kernelbase.dll is the fault module. I've tried installing windows twice but the problem persist. I've tried running in 'clean boot'. …

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Windows update
asked 2010-03-17T21:13:51+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How do I search using a word or phrase in the file?

I can't find anything using windows 7. How can I search using the old option of find "A word or phrase in the file" when i do not know the file name, type or location like one could do in XP and all previous versions?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2009-12-03T17:44:54+00:00
Anonymous
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How to write a letter and then print it

I dont know what I have to do to get to were I can write a letter and print it off my computer

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Apps
asked 2010-04-28T14:24:12+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Network and Sharing Center shows not connected, but computer is connected to wireless network

When I open the Network and Sharing Center, or hold my mouse pointer over the internet connection icon on the bottom right of the taskbar, it shows that I am not connected to a network. However, I know I am connected to the internet. My internet and…

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
asked 2009-11-06T21:59:55+00:00
Anonymous
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Try another verification method That verification method isn't working right now. Please try another method.

Original Issue: I was trying to redeem a reward from my account and the phone number i was trying to use was linked to another account i think. So when i made a google voice number to use instead the error: Try another verification method That…

Microsoft Edge | Profile, sync, and sign in | Windows 10
asked 2023-11-22T05:17:56+00:00
Anonymous
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"Add note" on new edge browser

is there any schedule on returning "add note" function to the new Edge browser? This function was the core and unique feature of the original Edge, absent from all other competitors. It worked perfectly on my Surface Pro 4. The lack of it in…

Microsoft Edge | Browser extensions | Windows 10
asked 2020-01-31T13:27:31+00:00
Anonymous
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How do I highlight PDFs in the new Microsoft Edge

I just downloaded the new edition of edge and now when I open PDFs I do not see the option to highlight.  Does anyone know?

Microsoft Edge | Read PDFs | Windows 10
asked 2020-03-26T20:10:52+00:00
Anonymous
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Build 22000.194 is out to Release Preview Channel KB5005635 UPDATED + ISO

Live in W.U. https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/09/16/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-22000-194/

Windows Insider program | Program announcements and registration | Communications and announcements
asked 2021-09-16T17:00:47+00:00
Anonymous
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Having high CPU usage and lag whenever trying to update WIP "Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Insider Preview (10.0.26120.1542) (KB5041872)" build

I am trying to update the build Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Insider Preview (10.0.26120.1542) (KB5041872). However, whenever I attempt to download the update, it consistently gets stuck at 8%. When it reaches 8%, the CPU usage by the Windows…

Windows Insider program | Windows Insider preview | Install, activate, and Windows update
asked 2024-08-25T05:52:06+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers

Sync issue in Mail app

Windows Insider Dev build 22449.1000. The Mail app is failing to download any messages with the error code 0x80090001. I have tried deleting the email account and entering it again but still the same result. Wi-Fi connection is functioning normally and…

Windows Insider program | Apps on Insider preview
asked 2021-09-09T15:14:12+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers

Commercial use of images generated using Copilot, Bing AI and "Image Creator from Designer"

As noted in other questions on this topic, the terms of use for Microsoft services capable of AI image generation appear to have changed in late 2023/early 2024 from a clear "non-commercial use only" policy to an ambiguous "Microsoft does…

Bing | Other
Bing | Other

Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.

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asked 2024-01-31T12:17:51+00:00
Anonymous
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Why Does Microsoft Rewards Have So Many Issues, And Why Does It Keep Getting Worse With More Bugs And Gltiches In The System?

Hello Microsoft! I've been losing so much trust with Microsoft Rewards. There is a specific issue I'm having and I detailed it as much as I could using the support form: https://rewards.bing.com/support and when they responded to me, they were confused…

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.

8,392 questions
asked 2024-04-15T05:02:56+00:00
Anonymous
55 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How can I get antivirus programs on my surface? evertime i try to download one from the internet it says it "this app can't run on the Pc, please go to the windows." does anyone know how to fix this?

How can I get antivirus programs on my surface? evertime i try to download one from the internet it says it "this app can't run on the Pc, please go to the windows." does anyone know how to fix this?

Surface | Other
asked 2012-11-28T23:23:11+00:00
Anonymous