PowerShell has taken the Windows command line to the next level. It’s not just for automating admin tasks, but also for troubleshooting common Windows issues. Whether you’re managing files, setting up ...

3 Windows OS Loader %SystemRoot%\system32\winload.exe %SystemRoot%\system32\winload.efi 4 Windows NT OS Kernel %SystemRoot%\system32\ntoskrnl.exe When you hit the ...

I can’t recall a single month since I started using Windows when I haven't encountered an issue. Whenever something goes wrong, I turn to the built-in Windows tool: Command Prompt. It may look ...

Months go by, and Windows works. Then, out of nowhere, your computer slows down. Files don’t open right away. Programs freeze or shut down. Your system probably needs some TLC, but what should you do?

Microsoft has equipped Windows with built-in troubleshooting that can help identify and resolve most if not all system issues. These troubleshooters are easy to access and use, making them great for ...

Windows 11 KB5074109 causes Outlook freezing for POP accounts. Microsoft confirms the issue and investigates a permanent fix.

If Windows Update Troubleshooter is taking forever & is stuck on resolving problems or at checking for pending restart, here are some suggestions that will help you: First, restart your system and ...

• Keyboard lag is a frustrating problem on Windows machines, where keystrokes may not appear on the screen immediately or may be omitted. • To diagnose, first, determine if Windows is the cause by ...

A few weeks back I answered some reader questions about connecting a PC to a TV and adding a second monitor. My mailbag just keeps filling up, so this week I’ll tackle some more questions–about ...

One of the flagship features of Windows 10 is the built-in search that allows you to search for your local files and Bing. Whether it be due to Windows Update, third-party apps, or Registry tweaks, if ...

The problem, once again, is KB4556799, a recent Windows 10 update pushed to millions of PCs which has already caused numerous issues, including Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) crashes, deleted user data, ...

Most people upgrading a Vista or XP PC to Windows 7 will find the process relatively painless, but if your upgrade hits a snag, you've got options. Dennis O'Reilly began writing about workplace ...