Windows 10 is here for almost two years. There is a lot of improvements in regards to previous operating systems, from Windows XP, which is unfortunately still available, to Windows 8.1. Some of change which we will mention in this article is Windows Search. User interface is redesigned and improved by functionality. Successor of Windows Explorer is File Explorer. As in previous operating systems, you can search files using two ways, one is to open Windows Explorer or File Explorer and search files through Search box, and second option is to click Start menu and type what you want to find....

Updating your respective PC is supposed to be an easy process but try telling that to your Windows OS which is notorious for various error codes for why your updating process doesn’t proceed smoothly at all. Fortunately, this problem has been looked after in the latest installment of Windows OS which is Windows 10 but the problem is still far from solved. Updating has always been an annoying process even though it’s supposed to be something users can’t wait to get their hands on, especially if a helpful new feature or option is on the way....

Several affected users are reporting that they’re suddenly unable to download & install pending cumulative updates on their Windows 11 system. Most affected users report that every other update (security & feature updates) installs without issues. This seems to be a specific issue only present on Windows 11. Windows 11 cumulative updates won’t install After investigating this issue thoroughly, we realized that there are actually several different underlying scenarios that might directly or indirectly cause this problem....

The Windows update Error 0xc1900204 appears when users are trying to download the new update released by Microsoft. Usually the update is downloaded easily but the installation fails to even start and this update error appears. Various methods can be used in order to fight this error which usually appears on the Windows 10 operating system but it’s no stranger to the older versions as well. We have prepared a set of solutions which can be used to fix this error so make sure you follow them carefully and you should definitely solve your problem before reaching the end!...

The error 8007042B – 0x4001E typically signals a Windows upgrade error with more than one possible cause. This problem commonly occurs when users attempt to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11 from Windows 7 or 8.1. Windows Upgrade 8007042B – 0x4001E error Most commonly, this problem will occur due to a failed installation in the second boot phase while attempting the PRO_OOBE or MIGRATE_DATA operation. You can expect to see the 8007042B – 0x4001E error after the upgrade to Windows 10 / 11 fails due to nonessential connected hardware, an outdated Windows build, a corrupted windows profile, malfunctioning drive, 3rd AV party interference or some system corruption affecting the upgrade procedure....

When attempting to launch a game or an application in Windows, you may get the error saying “The program can’t start” because Xinput1_3.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem”, followed by the application crashing unexpectedly. The absense of Xinput1_3.dll has affected games like Black Ops 2, Blur, Borderlands, Borderlands, and Blur. This error occur is caused by a missing Directx dependency called Xinput1_3.dll. When an error involving Xinput1_3....

The issue when Youtube displays a black screen instead of playing a video has different variations. Sometimes you may find the video black for the entire length of time whereas in some cases it turns black only for a few seconds. This problem can be caused by incorrect configuration of your browser, extensions, ad blockers, or even hardware accelerations. YouTube No matter how giant a website or a browser might be, there are still some bugs here and there....

The SolarWinds Orion features a mapping tool known as “Orion Maps.” This tool enables administrators to visually display their network topology and identify potential problems. With Orion Maps, network issues can be monitored and resolved, leading to improved network performance and availability. How to create SolarWinds Orion Maps This feature allows administrators to easily visualize the relationships and connections within their network, enabling them to quickly identify and resolve issues. Whether you need to create a departmental view, a status view for your Network Operations Center (NOC), a view for management, or a view for executive leadership, Orion Maps offers a wide range of customization options....

It’s always a good practice to password protect your Outlook PST files with a password. Even more so if you share your PC or workstation with multiple users. After you set a password to your PST archive, you’ll be prompted to insert it every time you Open Outlook. After you insert it, all the contents of your PST file will become accessible. But while a PST password does a good job of preventing other local users from accessing your emails, it can also create problems if your data archive is migrated to a new PC....

Switching to a newer product should be an easy process. Yet somehow, the switch from earlier Windows versions to Windows 10 is just not quite as smooth though. Issues pertaining to the default and input languages in Windows 10 have been widely reported. A typical case is whereby a user would like the display language to be the usual English but still have the input language to be different. This makes it easier for them to quickly use language–specific characters as well as preferred keyboard layouts....

With our increasing use of computers in our daily life, it may get necessary even for a simple user to change the file type of a file from one format to another. Each file format has their own properties. For example a ‘.txt’ file will probably get opened by the text editor while an ‘html’ file will get launched in your default browser. File format analogy Even though the contents inside the files might be the same, the file type matters a lot....

PowerBeats 3 are popular wireless earphones from Beats by Dre, releasing in late 2016. The earphones boast up to 12 hours of playback time, but users have been quick to post online about their difficulty understanding just how much battery is available at a given time. PowerBeats 3 Method 1: Check the Earphones Indicator Beats offer a built-in feature for checking how much battery is left. In order to find this out, follow these simple instructions:...

Cookies or HTTP cookies are also called Internet cookies, web cookies, or browser cookies. These cookies make a stateless HTTP protocol a stateful protocol. These cookies are small data files returned by a web server when a browser communicates with a server and are placed on the user’s device like an iPhone. How to Clear Cookies on iPhone If cookies have become corrupt or came from a malicious source, then those cookies can cause issues like strange browser behavior or web pages not loading properly....

If you have been searching for a way to convert UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) to Legacy BIOS (Basic Input / Output System) on an installed Windows system, you’ve come to the right place. Converting UEFI to Legacy on Installed Windows (7, 8.1 & 10) The good news is, there is a way to change or covert a computer that has the UEFI bios mode by default to Legacy without losing data or having to uninstall the operating system....

The Run command dialog box allows users to launch programs, open folders, and files directly by just typing a path or command. Users can easily open the Windows Run dialog box by pressing the keyboard shortcut or running it through the Start Menu. This is mostly used to access the most used Windows maintenance tools like Registry Editor, Local Group Policy Editor, and so on. However, when you share a PC with other users, you may want to prevent an inexperienced user from accessing the Run command on your system....

Unlike previous versions of Windows, Windows 11 comes with the startup sound enabled by default – And it’s different than the one we’re used to. You’ll hear it as your PC boots up and the Lock screen appears allowing you to log in. Disable / Enable the Startup Sound on Windows 11 But as it turns out, not every user is a big fan of the new sound that’s tied to the startup sequence of Windows 11....

The . NET Framework is a programming infrastructure that has been created by Microsoft itself in order to allow for the building, deploying and running of applications and programs that use .NET technologies. The .NET Framework is used to create and run desktop applications, web applications and everything in between. The .NET Framework is absolutely fundamental for any and all Windows users, and the .NET Framework has come a long way since it was first introduced to the world....

When the Windows key stops working, users can’t open the Start menu or use shortcuts like Windows + E for File Explorer. This problem often occurs due to accidental software changes or changes made in gaming settings. If the key is disabled, it won’t work for its usual shortcuts, which is inconvenient. Common causes include changes in keyboard settings, gaming mode on some keyboards, or interference from other software. 1. Press Fn+F6 or Fn + Windows Keys Pressing Fn + F6 can turn the Windows key on or off on many laptops and keyboards....

In simple terms, packet loss means that one or more data packets have failed to reach their destination while traveling across a network. Packet loss is the reason why you suffer lag in games, distortion in calls, and low quality in videos. Constant packet losses hinder your internet experience, and you’ll keep facing lags and disturbances here and there. You can’t play online games or attend audio or video calls properly....

Some Phantasy Star Online 2 players are reporting that they regularly see the error code 249 when trying to sign into the game with their account. This problem is almost exclusively reported to occur on Windows 10. PSO2 Error 249 After we’ve inspected this issue in dept, it seems like there are a few fairly common causes that will spawn this error on a Windows 10 computer. Here’s a shortlist of potential culprits:...