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  1. Why Windows Shows Two CPU Speeds: Understanding the Discrepancy

    In a recent discussion, veteran Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen shed light on a curious aspect of Windows: the operating system's tendency to display two different CPU speeds. This behavior is evident in the System > About section of the Settings app, where users might notice two distinct...
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    Windows 10 Problem with Outlook 2021

    Today I run into a problem trying to get onto outlook.exchange365.com for my email. Dialog box pops up requesting correct username and password. It will not accept the correct data. It has been a couple of weeks since I was on the desktop but outlook worked fine. I have outlook on my laptop...
  3. VIDEO 1000W CPU: The Most Powerful Desktop Processor

    Dave tests three Threadripper Pro 7995WX configurations from HP, Dell, and a homebrew system that pulls more than 1000W, or one mechanical horsepower.
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    Help Needed - Error Code 0xc0000142

    Hi All I am reaching out to seek assistance regarding a critical issue I am facing with my Intel vPro Processor Laptop. I recently encountered the following error: "Error code 0xc0000142: Application not found - The application executable is missing or corrupt. Reinstall the program or check."...
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    System Shutdown error 6008 on all normal shutdowns

    Hello! System specs below. Whenever I shutdown and start up my computer I notice in the error log that an "unexpected shutdown has occurred (error 6008)." I'm not having any trouble with shutdowns. I do occasionally seem to have trouble on startup with the computer sending a signal to the...
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    AMD Zen 3 processor not supported by Windows 11?

    Hello, I just spoke with tech support from Microsoft regarding a confusing Windows Health Report. The report states "This PC meets Windows 11 requirements", further down however it says "CPU not supported for Windows 11". The representative said that my CPU generation is not supported because...
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    Windows 11 suddenly available on my previously incompatible PC

    I have a PC that is around 7 years old, running Windows 10 Pro 64bit 22H2. Ever since Windows 11 came out, Windows Update has been saying my PC doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11. I looked into it a while back and decided it was my processor that was the problem, so I had resigned...
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    Windows Mixed Reality says my i5-13600k is not compatible

    Windows Mixed Reality says my i5-13600k is not compatible. Fully updated Win 11 install. Mixed reality install won't proceed saying that a 13600k is not compatible yet it is the 6ths fastest processor on the market?
  9. Windows 10 the processor works at a higher clock speed than usual.

    hello, yes, this is the problem. 2.9ghz is written on the box as the base clock and the machine is also very slow.
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    Gmail problem in outlook 2021

    Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.4 OS Version: Microsoft Windows 10 Home, 64 bit Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50GHz, Intel64 Family 6 Model 78 Stepping 3 Processor Count: 4 RAM: 8101 Mb Graphics Card: Intel(R) HD Graphics 520, 1024 Mb Hard Drives: C: 465 GB...
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    Windows 10 Preventing re-installation of corrupting feature update

    The latest feature update to Windows 10, version 21H2, KB4023057, installed on ‎25/07/2022 and took five and a half hours. It messed up my computer in many ways so I reverted to the pre latest feature update (under Settings/Recovery). This feature update is poised to install once more, and...
  12. HP launches hybrid-ready Windows 11 PCs and its most thermally advanced gaming laptop

    If you’re looking for a Windows 11 PC built for working in a hybrid environment, check out the new HP Spectre x360 13.5-inch 2-in-1 laptop. HP also launched its most thermally advanced gaming laptop ever with the OMEN 16 and debuted its first Victus 15 Laptop for emerging gamers. The HP Spectre...
  13. VIDEO I don’t get it Intel…

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  14. VIDEO Help me solve a problem with my computer

    Good night, friend! I am using a translator to write this, so apologies if there are any errors. I am having a problem with my computer, a while ago when I turned on the computer the processor COOLER turned on along with the other coolers and then I could get access to windows in 10 seconds, now...
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    Windows 11 regarding needing a better processor

    i dont get why i need a better processor in order to meet the minimum requirements for windows 11. i understand my hardware is old and all but still..
  16. Windows 11 On the hunt for a new Windows 11 laptop around GBP400.00 - any suggestions?

    Hello everyone and apologies for this question that will disturb your time on the forum. I have a college laptop and I am going to save for a £400 laptop because mine doesn't work too well, Roblox - the game moves on its own, Discord - Blocked and all apps I may need are also blocked. I was...
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    Windows 11 Does AMD A8 9600 CPU Meet Windows 11 Requirements? Upgrade Options and Compatibility Concerns

    Morning all i have enabled tpm2 on my motherboard and ran the compatability checker but says my AM4 AMD A8 9600 cpu does not meet the requirements ?It appears that it actually does meet the specs but not supported so a little confused, i bought the system about 8 months ago not top spec but more...
  18. Windows 10 Win 10 USB flash drive Unable to detect SSD drive

    Downloaded latest version of Windows 10 ISO, created a bootable USB flash drive. Upon trying to boot with it install it on a 2021 Acer Swift 3 with EVO processor and UEFI Bios, the installer is unable to detect the NVME SSD drive !!
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    Windows 11 Win 11 update fails before I even begin!

    Hi all you technocrats I was hoping to update to Win 11 but my computer fails on the following points; Although there is a technical specifity to my questions, I hope it also opens up a more general discussion My computer details at bottom of page. 1) Processor is 3rd and not 8th generation or...
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    Windows 11 Windows 10 upgrade to Windows 11.

    Yippee can't upgrade to Windows 11. Ran the Windows compatibility checker and found that I have the wrong type of i3 processor. Windows 10 is fine.