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I fixed a 'dead' Windows 11 PC with the built-in tools most people don't know exist

You mightn't think it, but the Windows 11 Recovery Environment is genuinely powerful.

Deleting files stuck at 99 on Windows 11 [Fix]

If deleting files gets stuck at 99 on your Windows 11/10 computer, it indicates that data processing is complete, but the ...

Microsoft expands Windows restore to more enterprise devices

Microsoft now allows more enterprise users to restore their personal settings and Microsoft Store apps from a previous ...

The VirtualBox system service service terminated unexpectedly

If your Event Viewer Log says "The VirtualBox system service service terminated unexpectedly" with Event ID 7034, follow ...

Microsoft: Critical Security Issue Found in Windows Notepad

Microsoft patches CVE-2026-20841, a high-severity Windows Notepad flaw that could allow code execution via malicious Markdown ...

Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool

Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System ...
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Fix: The Windows Security Center Service is Turned Off

If Security Center is turned off or missing, Windows cannot correctly show your protection status in the Windows Security app. This usually means the ...

IT admins will love this Group Policy enhancement now available in Windows 11

This is exactly why the new insights in Event ID 1096 can act as an early warning system for IT admins to investigate issues before they become a nightmare. Microsoft has also shared some examples of ...
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Fix: You’ll need a new app to open this ms actioncenter link

If clicking the Notification Center (bell/date) or Quick Settings icons shows "You'll need a new app to open this ...