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    Service host DCOM service process launcher

    This process is using all available cpu resources and freezes the sessions for users This is on server 2012r2 terminal server vm's. Is it safe to stop this process and not screw things up for users?
  2. High CPU usage and performance issues occur when access-based enumeration is enabled in...

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  3. Windows 10 System (Ntoskrnl.exe) Memory leak

    So while I did not receive any BSOD from it It's having some huge memory leaks with it spiking to almost 1GB of memory used while my brother is at a steady 0.1mb at all times. Wanted to know if there's any causes or solutions for it I'm running: CPU: AMD 6300 FX GPU: Radeon R9 280x 4gb ram In...
  4. Defrag Tools: #131 - Windows 10 SDK | Defrag Tools

    In this episode of Defrag Tools, Andrew Richards and Chad Beeder walk you through the download of the Windows 10 SDK and the latest Sysinternals tools. We harvest the Debugging Tools for Windows, Windows Performance Toolkit, and Application Verifier files from the SDK. Previous Versions: Link...
  5. Windows 7 Windows Aero gone haywire.

    I've been enjoying my new computer for a while now, but windows keeps asking me to revert the colour scheme to improve performance Your computer's hardware and video card must meet hardware requirements to able to display Aero graphics. Check that your computer meets the minimum hardware...
  6. High memory usage by the Svchost.exe process after you install Windows Management Framework...

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  7. Windows 7 stopping the unwanted processes and services

    I am using windows 7 service pack 1 32-bit OS and it has many software’s such as NI LabView, TINA, Code composer studio, etc., during the normal usage the memory usage of the system is around 70% if I open a browser it reaches up to 95% and most of the system memory is getting occupied by the...
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    Windows 8.1 Why hasn't or isn't Microsoft building an OS exclusively for PC gaming?

    Why hasn't or isn't Microsoft building an operating system (OS) exclusively for desktop PC gaming? Something similar to Xbox OS optimized for desktop, mouse and keyboard. With Xbox OS already existing and running on very similar hardware to desktop PC, why isn't there a version for desktop PC...
  9. Windows 8 NVidia 3D Vision 2 and snlow moving mouse...

    Late 2013 I decided to by a new monitor… I looked around and the only one that stood out from the rest was this BenQ 3D monitor with NVidia 3D Vision 2. I thought I’d have a go at gaming so I charged the glasses and went through the setup which was an experience in itself. But before I even...
  10. Svchost.exe running NSI service leaks memory and non-paged pool memory leak Tag NSpc

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    Windows 8 Retro UI - Using Start Screen as a Desktop

    I found out that Retro UI is a good app as a start menu. The reason is that it allows you to still use the start screen if you want to and adds a task bar at the bottom of your start screen. So, you can use the start screen as an improved desktop. I could be wrong so please correct me if I am...
  12. Windows 8 Security Essentials yes or no?

    Hi I was reading the post in the Windows 7 forum, about Microsoft's message that Security Essentials is not meant to be the only AV software that you run on your computer and that they may be dropping support for it. Does that mean that they want you to run 2 antivirus programs? I already...
  13. Windows 7 Fixes For Crapware Windows 7

    I used to buy “Balance Bars”. I bought them for years. Then one day I noticed their proud announcement of a “bold new look”. That new look went beyond the box. The US RDA percentage of every vitamin and mineral went from 25% to 15%. They became a nutrition bar that, in its “new and improved”...
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    Windows 8 Windows not using all RAM even though no limit?

    Hello everyone, I seem to have a problem at least i think i have a problem with my computer. The picture below is a picture of my computers information WHILE rendering a 3D-text object. I have done some research and cant seem to find a answer or im not sure what to do but i have gathered the...
  15. Windows 8 Windows 8: A Comprehensive Review of Features, Performance, and User Experience

    In another forum someone asked what people felt about Windows 8. This is what I had to say: Ok, well, to the OP I will offer my comments & promise to not be overly techy. Many folks who have spent a bit of time @ this forum, already, know my feelings but, that's ok... I have been using...
  16. High CPU usage during DST changeover in Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, or Windows Server 2008 R2

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  17. Windows 7 Is 3 scanners too much?

    Hi, Please, I have Kapersky Internet Security 2012, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Pro and Windows Defender installed and I scan regularly with all three respectively. Is this too many scanner programs? I am worried there may be conflicts between the programs which will leave my computer more...
  18. Automating Disk Cleanup Tool in Windows

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    Windows 7 List Of reasons why Windows 7 is better than XP, which is WAY better than Vista and Longhorn!!!

    Let's Begin with a few things: WINDOWS XP: This OS may be efficient but is quickly becoming obsolete due to windows 8, but Windows 7 is even MORE efficient and has a LOT more support!, it's faster and more reliable in the long run as long as you keep it current!!, if you own an old PC, and it...
  20. Handle leak occurs on a COM client that is running on a Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2 computer

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