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Activating a window simply by hovering over it with the mouse is a great way to enhance your productivity in Windows 10 and Windows 11. This feature, commonly referred to as mouse hover activation, allows users to switch focus between open windows without the need to click. This can...

In a significant move to address the ongoing issues plaguing Windows 11, the recent release of Rectify11 version 3.2 offers a comprehensive solution for users seeking to enhance their experience. Despite Microsoft's continuous efforts to patch bugs and introduce innovative features—including the...

The landscape of file explorers on Windows has been predominantly shaped by Microsoft’s offerings, but third-party developers are increasingly challenging that status quo. One such contender is Files, a third-party file explorer for Windows 11 that has recently made headlines with its latest...

In today's fast-paced, paper-driven workplace, keeping track of printed documents is more crucial than ever. Fortunately, Windows 11 provides features that enable users to monitor their print jobs effectively. However, by default, print history logging is not enabled. This article will guide you...

Dear all, Before you can help me here you must understand fundamentally what Bitlocker is about. Bitlocker: ------------------------------------------------------------------- The idea with Bitlocker is that you do not enter a bitlocker password when you boot up. Your TPM does this for you. As...

hallo, i used to use voice recorder on win 7 and it recorded both my and the other party's voice while using skype --- win 10 voice recorder records only my voice, the other party is so faint on playback its impossible to hear it its useless. Question1: what settings do i need to maniulate to...

On the very first boot after completing a successful, error-free Repair Install, and after entering my username and password but before the desktop appeared, I received the following BSOD message: I saved the kernel dump (no mini-dump was created, even though I have that enabled) and the boot...

Hello there, what is the best solution to perform a simultaneous remote control access to the same Server seession, from a PC and from a Mac, at the same time? Server is Windows Server 2012. I am looking for the most stable and quality solution, including "not free" 3rd part softwares... If...

We are aware that some of our customers may be experiencing difficulties after applying security update 2823324, which we provided in security bulletin MS13-036 on Tuesday, April 9. We’ve determined that the update, when paired with certain third-party software, can cause system errors. As...

I guess I got spoiled with XP. I'm a developer working on programs that generate XML files, most of which utilize external entity references. On my old XP machine, I could just double-click on the xml file and see the full document with the included externals, and be able to expand and contract...

It all started when I was using Revo/Uninstall to uninstall Office 2010 from my hard drive. I'm running Windows 7 Home Premium. I have installed a licensed copy of Office 2007 (Student Edition), which was working just fine. Revo identified 2 registry entries that I believed applied to 2010...

Microsoft's latest operating system has been well received, but a lot of important features, including system restore and automatic updating of third-party software and drivers, didn't make the cut. More...

Hello, I just got my brand new computer today, it replaced an ancient HP Pavillion that was new around the time XP came out. My new computer is a Dell Studio XPS, and it has this Windows 7 on it, and I have a problem, so here I am. What my problem is is that I have this iPod, 5th generation...

Microsoft has noted that a graphics bug could allow hackers to take limited control of 64-bit Windows 7 machines. It says disabling Aero can block the problem, but that it’s unlikely to be exploited. The vulnerability is in the 64-bit editions of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 plus...

A question: Originally Posted by jimbo45 Link Removed On some systems you still need to install the INTEL drivers rather than the pre-installed Microsoft drivers. Ignore message that says "Driver you are trying to install is older than current driver". After a reboot request run the coomand...

I have always hated the standard cursors that come with any version of Windows so I bought a second party software namely Cursor XP from Stardock. I finally got it to work in 7. The standard settings in 7 do not allow you to mirror your mouse, ( switch it from pointing left to pointing right.)...