Windows 11’s design choices have divided users since launch, and a growing cadre of third‑party developers has been quietly restoring the controls Microsoft removed. One of the most complete and community‑driven solutions is Windhawk, an open‑source mod manager that bundles dozens of focused...
antivirus false positives
community mods
css js injection
explorer details
folder sizes
game anti-cheat
icon size
lightweight runtime
mod manager
modular patches
open source
process exclusions
safemode
start menu styler
taskbar height
ui customization
vertical taskbar
windhawk
windows 11
The Automatic Repair screen that reads “Your PC did not start correctly” is not a dramatic flourish — it’s Windows telling you that the boot process failed one of its early checks and the system has moved you into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) so you can try to fix it. The advice from...
backup and imaging
bcd
bitlocker recovery
boot issues
boot repair
bootrec
chks k
data recovery
dism
hardware diagnostics
quick machine recovery
reset this pc
safemode
sfc
startup repair
system restore
uefi bios
windows recovery
winre
From one day where all is function as expected, the next day some programs could not open when called.
Calling links from my Taskbar or links at my desktop, nothing happens when I try to open some programs.
No errors or msg. shows up. Cant find anything in logs.
Calling programs eg. Firefox...
Create and Use System Restore Points in Windows 10/11
Difficulty: Beginner | Time Required: 10 minutes
Introduction
System Restore is a built‑in Windows feature that helps you roll back system files, installed programs, registry settings, and drivers to a previous point in time if something goes...
advanced startup
backup and recovery
data backup
disk space management
driver installation
group policy
manual restore point
recovery environment
restore points
rstrui
safemode
system protection
system restore
system restore wizard
troubleshooting
volume shadow copy
vssadmin
windows 10
windows 11
windows updates
Windows 11 machines that should shut down but instead loop into a restart are a maddening — yet fixable — class of problems, and the simplest remedies usually live in your power configuration and a few targeted system checks.
Background
Windows 11 introduced incremental changes to startup...
auto restart
bios/uefi
bsod
clean boot
device manager
dism
fast startup
network adapter
nic power management
power management
powercfg
restart loop
safemode
sfc
shutdown
startup and recovery
troubleshooting
wake-on-lan
windows 11
Booting Windows Server 2019 into Safe Mode is one of the simplest — and most powerful — recovery moves an administrator can make, and it’s essential knowledge for troubleshooting boot failures, driver conflicts, malware, or service-level corruption. Multiple, supported paths exist (System...
Error 0x8000FFFF — the dreaded “Catastrophic failure” — is rarely fatal, but it’s a disruptive Windows error that often appears after an update, during a System Restore, or when a core servicing operation fails; it generally signals corrupted system files, a damaged component store, driver...
catastrophic failure
chkdsk
component store
corrupted system files
disk health
dism
driver conflicts
error 0x8000ffff
in-place repair
malware interference
repair install
safemode
sfc
system restore
troubleshooter
troubleshooting
windows
windows update
winsxs
When Windows refuses to remove a file, the frustration is immediate — but the reasons are usually diagnosable and fixable. This in-depth guide walks through every practical method to force delete a file that won't delete on Windows 10 and Windows 11, explains why files become stubborn in the...
chkdsk
command line
external drives
file in use
force delete
icacls
long paths
malware removal
ntfs permissions
ownership
process explorer
reserved names
safemode
takeown
third-party tools
trustedinstaller
windows 10
windows 11
winre
my computer which is a windows 10 pc does not log in, and is stuck on login screen, after pressing sign in button and then it opens a new window, which requires intenet connection. and in my country, Microsoft is restricted, and I can't access it. I need a way to log out and turn my account into...
boot issues
local account
login loop
microsoft account
network restrictions
offline access
offline sign-in
safemode
sign-in button
sign-in screen
user profile service
windows 10
The sudden “Please update your AMD Radeon driver” message that blocks games or GPU‑dependent apps on Windows 11 and Windows 10 is usually a symptom, not a mystery: a driver mismatch, Windows Update replacing a vendor-tuned package, or a brittle game version check is the most common cause — and a...
The SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED blue screen is one of those Windows errors that looks frightening but, in most cases, can be diagnosed and fixed without replacing hardware — provided you approach it methodically and understand what the stop code is telling you. This article breaks down...
Security software is supposed to defend your PC — but when it’s outdated, duplicated, or packed with extras, it can quietly turn into the single biggest cause of a “slow but not ancient” Windows machine.
Background
Modern antivirus products have evolved far beyond a single malware scanner. What...
A black or blank screen on a Windows device can be among the most frustrating technical issues faced by both novice and advanced users. When confronted with an unresponsive display, tasks grind to a halt, data accessibility becomes uncertain, and troubleshooting efforts are often hindered by the...
bios uefi
black screen
blank screen
computer repair
display connectivity
display issues
display settings
driver update
external devices
fast startup
firmware update
graphics card
graphics drivers
hardware problems
malware removal
monitor troubleshooting
overheating
pc repair
preventive tips
safemode
software conflicts
system maintenance
system restore
tech support
technical support
troubleshooting
windows
windows recovery
windows support
windows tips
windows update
Experiencing a black or blank screen on your Windows device can be both frustrating and disruptive. This issue can stem from various factors, including hardware malfunctions, driver conflicts, or software glitches. Below is a comprehensive guide to help you diagnose and resolve black screen...
black screen
display fix
display problems
driver rollback
driver update
fast startup
graphics driver
hardware connections
malware scan
monitor troubleshooting
safemode
system restore
tech support
tech tips
windows
windows error
windows recovery
windows reinstall
windows troubleshooting
windows update
Resetting a Windows 11 PC from BIOS or UEFI is often portrayed as a last resort, but it remains one of the most powerful tools in an IT administrator’s arsenal for restoring desktops to a clean, stable state. For both casual users wrestling with persistent problems and professionals managing...
bios interface
bios reset
computer troubleshooting
data backup
device management
enterprise it
full system wipe
malware removal
os reinstall
recovery options
reset windows guide
safemode
secure system reset
system recovery
system restore
tech troubleshooting
uefi reset
windows 11
windows maintenance
winre
In an era marked by cybersecurity anxiety and the unprecedented maturation of quantum computing, Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27863, released to the Canary Channel, signals both a forward-leaning embrace of cryptographic innovation and a recommitment to core stability...
bug fixes
crypto apis
cybersecurity
device compatibility
enterprise security
future of windows
insider preview
insider program
kanary channel
microsoft security
ml-dsa
os update
post-quantum cryptography
quantum security
safemode
security research
system stability
windows 11
windows features
windows sandbox
Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27863 to the Canary Channel, introducing significant advancements in cryptographic security and addressing several critical issues.
Introduction of Post-Quantum Cryptography Support
A notable enhancement in Build 27863 is the...
application stability
biometric sign-in
build 27863
cryptography api
cryptography updates
cybersecurity
insider preview
microsoft updates
microsoft windows
ml-dsa
pin recovery
post-quantum cryptography
quantum computing threats
quantum security
safemode
secure operating system
security enhancements
software development
system stability
system update
tech updates
windows 11
windows hello
windows insider program
windows sandbox
windows security
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...
blue screen fix
blue screen of death
bsod
driver errors
event viewer
hardware diagnosis
memory diagnostics
pc repair tips
pc troubleshooting
repair windows
safemode
system crashes
system restore
windows 10 tips
windows 11 guide
windows errors
windows support
windows technical support
windows troubleshooting
windows updates
When a system running Windows 10 or Windows 11 suddenly flashes a blue screen filled with cryptic text and immediately crashes, users around the globe recognize this as the infamous Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). Over decades, the BSOD has developed a notorious reputation for abruptly halting...
blue screen of death
bsod troubleshooting
crash recovery
diagnostic tools
driver issues
driver verifier
error codes
event viewer
hardware failures
hardware health
memory dump analysis
safemode
system errors
system restore
system stability
windows 10
windows 11
windows diagnostics
windows troubleshooting
windows updates
Microsoft’s release of Windows 11 Build 26120.3950 under KB5055653 for the 24H2 Beta Channel marks another significant milestone for Insiders, demonstrating the company’s ongoing dedication to refining both core features and user experience. This build, pushed to the Beta channel at a pivotal...
accessibility
beta channel
bug fixes
build 26120
display technology
dolby vision
energy saver
enterprise management
enterprise windows
graphics enhancements
hdr settings
hdr updates
insider preview
kb5055653
microsoft intune
power management
privacy features
recall feature
safemode
search improvements
system bugs fixes
system stability
taskbar customization
taskbar tweaks
ui improvements
ui tweaks
user experience
windows 11
windows insider
windows update
xbox controller