pc troubleshooting

Most Windows users are familiar with the regular reboot process, but few are aware of a little-known "Emergency Restart" method embedded in Windows 11. Despite its longevity—sources trace its roots as far back as Windows XP—this option remains obscure even for experienced users. Its rediscovery...

Microsoft’s approach to making PC hardware requirements less mysterious for the average user has taken a notable step forward with the release of Windows 11 24H2. In this update, users are greeted with a revamped Settings experience that now includes an integrated FAQ within the System > About...

Few things are as universally dreaded by PC users as the sudden appearance of the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on a Windows device. One moment you’re happily streaming, gaming, or crunching data, and the next, your world is a solid, un-navigable blue with a collection of cryptic characters and a...

For many Windows 11 users, sluggish performance isn’t simply a matter of outdated hardware—it can be the result of everyday clutter, unnecessary background processes, and resource-hungry visual flourishes. While Microsoft has poured significant resources into optimizing Windows 11’s performance...

Every Windows 11 user has faced it at some point: that moment when your PC, once sprightly at startup, starts limping along as the day progresses. Programs take longer to load, browser tabs become sluggish, and sometimes you’re left staring at spinning circles, wondering where all your...

Few Windows tasks are more universally dreaded than hunting through layer upon layer of Windows Settings menus just to find a seemingly simple option. With Windows 11’s modernized approach, Microsoft made genuine progress, yet even the most experienced PC users sometimes struggle to locate...

Few realize that some of the simplest and most powerful improvements to their Windows experience come not from installing more software, but from tools already built into the operating system or easily accessible via trusted Microsoft channels. Windows, often celebrated for its customizability...

For users of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2, a subtle yet frustrating login delay puzzled both casual users and seasoned IT professionals alike back in 2009. The phenomenon emerged when individuals selected a solid color—rather than an image—as their desktop wallpaper. The observed effect...

Modern laptops are indispensable tools, seamlessly integrating into our work, learning, and leisure activities. Yet, despite their central role in daily life, many users inadvertently contribute to performance issues and data loss by neglecting basic maintenance routines. The collective...

Windows 11 introduces a sleek and modern platform with fresh features and improved security, yet many users with older PCs find that the system can feel sluggish due to the demands of the visually rich interface and background processes. Fortunately, there are a series of practical adjustments...

With momentum building and the clock ticking toward October 14, 2025, Microsoft’s official end-of-support date for Windows 10, millions of PC users now face a crucial decision-point. When this day arrives, the world’s most popular desktop operating system will reach its maintenance twilight, no...

If you’ve ever struggled with a sluggish computer or wondered why your system seems to drag its feet on critical tasks, you might want to take a closer look at one of Windows’ most underrated features: Task Manager. While many of us know it as the trusty tool for force-quitting frozen...

There are few things that bond the global PC community quite like the triumphant thrill of a fresh graphics card release—and the quiet anxiety of a looming Windows update. It’s a cycle as old as DirectX itself: new hardware, new hope, new headaches. Yet few were prepared for the technical...

The Ultimate Guide to Windows Repair: Reviving Your PC Without the Hassle A Lifeline for Troubled Windows PCs Anyone who has spent time in front of a Windows computer knows the mix of frustration and anxiety that comes with system issues. From sudden error messages and system slowdowns to...

A Closer Look at the Persistent 0x80070643 Error in Windows 10 WinRE Updates Over the past year and a half, Windows 10 users have experienced a recurring issue during a seemingly routine system update: the infamous Windows Update error 0x80070643. This error, now resurfacing following the...

PC troubleshooting can feel like battling a mischievous ghost in your machine—a relentless and often bewildering foe that can turn even the most tech-savvy individual into a frustrated detective. One forum thread on How-To Geek, titled “What’s the Most Frustrating PC Problem You’ve Solved?”, has...

When disaster strikes your PC—whether it’s a major hardware failure or a corrupted operating system—it’s easy to panic. However, having a recovery plan up your sleeve can save you from pulling your hair out or, worse, losing valuable data. That’s where the Windows Recovery Drive comes into play...

Hi, pulling my hair out with this one. I have a PC running Windows 11 Insider preview which has been fine for ages. I came to boot up and it's now asking for a password. None has ever been set. I've been into the registry and there is no password in there. I can boot in safe mode but cannot get...

While using the PC with OS Windows 10 pro, after rebooting the PC, blue screen occurs during boot process, and the PC cannot be booted. Blue Screen Error Code : 0xc000000e (Stop cod : REGISTRY ERROR) It happens at several PCs in the my office randomly without any sign. I tried to almost...

I'm getting this message, "can not find script file "c:\users\public\khiere.vbs"". Google search brings up literally nothing. My dad's PC and I had him search registry. See pic. Looks like something to do with Microsoft's browser Edge? Also, like in the picture, it pops up every 2 minutes on the...