In the fast-evolving world of Windows updates, details matter—especially when it comes to hardware support. The recent tweak to Windows 11’s CPU compatibility list in the latest 24H2 update has set off some chatter, but for current users, there’s no need to panic. Let’s break down what’s...
In a move that’s sure to ruffle the feathers of many veteran PC builders, Microsoft has officially announced that its upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update will no longer support Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th generation Core processors—the very hardware that powered millions of “Comet Lake” systems over...
Microsoft has officially launched Windows Server 2025, the latest iteration in its Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) lineup. Designed to meet the evolving needs of enterprises, this release brings a suite of advanced features aimed at enhancing performance, security, and scalability. With its...
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Microsoft has taken a significant step into the future by rolling out the Windows 11 2024 update, officially dubbed the 24H2 Cumulative Feature Update. If you’re one of the proud owners of a Windows 11 PC (or you’re just here for the tech gossip), you’ll want to pay attention as we delve into...
Exciting New Features Coming to Windows 10 in 2024!
Microsoft has announced plans to introduce several new features and updates to Windows 10, ensuring the OS remains competitive and functional for years to come. Here’s what you can expect:
User Experience Improvements:
Microsoft continues to...
Hi all. I'm just looking for a bit of help
After having had to replace the motherboard in my Dell XPS 15 9550 laptop, I'm experiencing an issue with high DPC latency / audio drop outs (i.e. clicks & pops) whenever audio comes out of the speakers. This is when doing very basic things such as...
My wife uses an old Windows 8 computer, mostly for browsing, and came to me the other day complaining that she was having issues. Internet Explorer would start and display her normal Favorites Bar contents, but then apparently was being re-directed and displaying a ton of favorites she did not...
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Recently i have been facing BSOD with driver power state failure. i have opened the dump file and debugged it
PLEASE HELP
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DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE (9f)
A driver has failed to complete a power IRP within a specific time.
Arguments:
Arg1: 0000000000000003, A device object has been...
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Hello everyone, the USB port on my external harddrive broke, so I bought a SATA adapter. Now, when I plug it in, it tells me that I have to format my harddrive in order to use it. I can't do this obviously because all my important data is on there. I tried restarting my computer, using different...
Hi1n The questioner asks Hi everyone,
does anyone have any knowledge or solution to the problem where win 8.1 reports insufficient disk space even though 121 GB / 450 GB? The computer performs very poorly and all the steps recommended by Windows in the Insufficient state have been completed...
Currently there is a VR technology, which allows you to connect with another user to help solve any technical issues instantly.
Would you be interested in trying an enhanced virtual reality feature that would allow someone to help solve your technical issue real time, through a smart phone...
I performed the Windows 7 backup doing this:
Control Panel >System and Security>Backup and Restore, but I did not select specific files to backup (such as those on my hard drive). Will those files be included as well? The computer where all the files were has now been restored so if I did...
I’m trying to fix my elderly mother-in-law’s Lenovo desktop that will not boot. It’s got Win 8.1 w/Bing and is about 13 months old. (Please skip to last paragraph if you don’t want to read all the background story)
Long story short, this is what happened. It was running fine until yesterday...
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Killer Suite for Windows 10: Release Candidate
Rivet Networks recently updated their driver to Version: 1.1.54.1506.
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Edit:
Rivet Networks has already released an updated driver as of the 28th (today). You can access the new driver here:
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Whilst the August roll-up update was formally called Windows 8.1 Update 2 this November roll-up could be considered Update 3 and are basically like mini service packs. It should be available via Windows update but the standalone is also available from the links below:
This update includes the...
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Hi,
I'm new to this forum and I was wondering if someone could assist me with the following problem:-
I have a HDD from a Macbook computer,the motherboard of which has died,and i would like to try and recover some jpeg photos onto my PC running Windows 7. The HDD is in a caddy and although the...
Microsoft have released Update 1 for Windows 8.1:
Improvements
This update includes the following new features and improvements:
Enables a more familiar mouse and keyboard functionality for modern apps and controls.
Improves the web application compatibility of the Internet Explorer 8...
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Some Windows 8 and RT users may need an update before 8.1 can be found via the store. Luckily Microsoft have a blog released so users know what to look for:
Reference:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/why-can-t-find-update-store
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Hi all,
the past 2 weeks, I spent more than 24 hours searching for methods to wake on WAN but the tutorials were so confusing regarding the port forwarding.
I have already done wake on lan over local network or local wifi but I couldn't do that from outside my company.
Can someone describe how...