The recent Windows 11 22H2 update slows the overall speed of their computers in some cases, and it causes the computer to restart when the users try to shut down the system using the shutdown menu. This issue is typically caused by outdated drivers and the Windows Search Indexer service that interrupts the system’s process. We have listed different troubleshooting methods below, and we recommend going through them first. Then, proceed with the one that suits your situation the best....

Some users have been reporting a weird problem where the Devices and Printers window seems to glitch and remains empty even though the user has several different devices that should be present in there. As it turns out, the issue is much more common on Windows 7 and can occur due to multiple causes. Here’s a quick rundown with the most common culprits: Corrupted system file Internet Explorer 8 DLL is not properly registered Print Spooler service is not running Bluetooth service is not running If you’re currently struggling with this particular issue, the method below might help....

Windows 10, while not without its own unique set of quirks, includes a feature known as “display scaling on high DPI devices.” This latest and most advanced feature replaces the “XP style display scaling” that was available in Windows 7, causing all programs and applications, that don’t specify their compatibility from the start, to appear extremely blurry. Text within such programs can be challenging to read, making this issue of high importance....

Whenever an SFC scan doesn’t manage to get the issue resolved, DISM commands are usually sufficient to resolve the vast majority of system file corruption. DISM commands (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) use the Internet to download and replace damaged or incorrect files in an attempt to fix system issues. Even though DISM commands are usually effective in resolving even the most severe cases of system file corruption, there are situations where the deployment operation itself becomes corrupted and returns an error....

Several users are getting the “ DISM Error: 87 ” when trying to run DISM on Windows 10 from an elevated Command Prompt. Although the issue is also encountered on previous Windows version, the frequency of reports on Windows 10 is much higher. DISM error 87 on Windows 10 What is causing the DISM Error 87 on Windows 10? We investigated this particular issue by looking at various user reports and the repair strategies that they used to get the issue resolved....

Some users have been reporting problems when trying to open PDF documents with Google Chrome. Most affected users are complaining that they get a “ Failed to load PDF document ” error message when the built-in Chrome PDF viewer tries to open the PDF automatically. This issue is not exclusive to a certain Windows version since it’s reported to occur with all the recent Windows versions. Failed to Load PDF document...

Many users have come across a problem where they encounter an error “Failed to create the d3d9 device. This can happen if the desktop is locked” on their screens whenever they try to play a game directly or through other game launchers such as Steam. The reason why this error occurs is mainly due to the conflict in the resolution of the game you are trying to launch and the current monitor resolution....

The error “File is open in another program” occurs when you perform an operation on a file but because the file is being accessed by another program, you are not able to execute tasks or operations on it. This is a very basic principle which has been there in computing for a very long time. This is primarily done to reduce data inconsistency. However, if the file is not used by any of the applications on your computer, this can be a troublesome error....

HBO GO not Working Fix What Causes HBO GO to not work? Upon receiving numerous reports from users, we investigated this particular issue and scribbled up a guide that solved the issue for most of the users. Also, we have put together a list of reasons due to which the error is triggered and they are listed as follows: Application or System Update : Most of the time you will be stuck with a starting screen or with the playback issue because of using outdated application and system versions....

A lot of Windows users are vexing out over slow speed of their machine, this usually happens due to CPU consuming too much of computer’s memory in order to run all the Applications installed on your computer. One particular program has been witnessed chewing up the massive amount of RAM or CPU that is SearchIndexer.exe. Some preliminary measures are there to prevent SearchIndexer.exe from consuming further machine’s memory, like disabling the service from Task Manager and Setting up an Affinity that limits the number of system’s cores for the program to run—should not be considered as a permanent solution but certainly suffice to temporarily solve the problem for some users....

Several users are encountering the “HP accelerometer doesn’t work on this version of Windows” error at every Windows Startup. Some affected users reported that the Accelerometer was working normally until a Windows 10 update. As it turns out, the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (RS3) is responsible for the error. Hp accelerometer doesn’t work with this version of Windows. An updated app may be available. What is causing the “Hp accelerometer doesn’t work with this version of Windows....

If some keys are not working, it is possible that those specific keys have dust or items between the physical key and the receptor which might be blocking the signal. In this case, it is recommended that you clean the keyboard after taking the initial casing off. How to fix Laptop Keyboard not working In addition to the title of this article, there are also some other topics which fall in the same category and following the solutions listed below also apply to them....

Minecraft OpenGL is a setting inside the game which attempts to make the game faster and smoother on your computer by reducing the load of rendering on the system by ‘instructing’ the GPU not to render anything which isn’t in the direct view of the player. There is obviously a tradeoff where your GPU does less work but the CPU gets more loaded. Minecraft OpenGL Error 1281 By default, the option is set as On so users can have enhanced performance so it is very common to see cases where users experience the error message “ OpenGL Error 1281 ”....

Nintendo Wii shows the following 50299, 51030, 51331, 51332, 52030, 52130 network-related error codes that users of the Nintendo Wii see when their gaming console is unable to connect to the internet. These error codes are accompanied by an error message such as: “ Unable to connect to the internet ” Error Code: 51330 ‘Unable to connect to the Internet. Confirm the Internet settings of the Wii Console’ Error code 51330 for instance is specific network-related error code on the Nintendo Wii indicates that the authentication process between the console and the wireless router or internet access point it is connected to failed, which is why the console is unable to connect to the internet....

Origin is one of the biggest online game stores where you can purchase, download, and manage the games it has to offer. It’s owned by EA and it’s probably just behind Steam when it comes to games. However, users have to deal with various errors while using the tool, including the Origin error code 9:0. Origin Error Code 9:0 The error usually appears when installing or updating the tool and it prevents you from using the latest version or from using it at all....

Outlook cannot log on. Verify you are connected to the network and are using the proper server and mailbox name. The Mailbox Exchange information server in your profile is missing required information. Modify your profile to ensure that you are using the correct Microsoft Exchange information service. This issue occurs because the root domain server is responding to the autodiscover request, and you will not be able to open Outlook or use your account with it....

A RunDLL error at Windows startup typically occurs when a program is uninstalled or removed by antivirus but it’s registry key and it’s scheduled task are still present on the system. Most of the time, the culprit that is triggering this error is fairly easy to identify because it’s usually mentioned in the error window. However, there are some instances where the error message does not specify which program is to blame for the error....

There is a bizarre problem where the microphone fails to register with Skype even if it is working perfectly with other applications. This usually means that either you have not selected the microphone you are using as a default one or there is some problem with the permissions. Since the microphone is working with all the other applications, it crosses off the possibility that your mic is physically damaged. We have listed down simple workarounds for you to follow....

Several users are reporting that they don’t receive any notifications from Slack. Even though it’s widely regarded as the best team collaboration service, Slack has a long and painful with the delivery of notifications. Whether it’s the desktop version or the UWP (Universal Windows Platform) Slack version on Windows or the iOS app, this notification problem has been around for years now. What is causing the Slack notifications to stop functioning?...

Many users who use Skype’s desktop application face an error where the application refuses to connect to Skype servers even if you are connected to the internet. Skype is a telecommunication software which allows people to video call and chat with anyone around the world. Despite being a giant in the computer to computer communication, this error message is quite old and occurs every now and then. The causes of this error are very widespread and may occur due to both reasons; either there is a problem from the server side or the problem resides at your end....