- Windows Troubleshooting
How to Delete a Skype Account
Microsoft has, for whatever reason, made closing and completely deleting a Skype account way more elaborate and complex than it…
- Google Chrome Errors
Fix: Google Chrome Not Responding
Google Chrome is a freeware web browser developed by Google and is the most popular browser used around the world.…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Left Click Not Working Windows 10
There are numerous cases where people using Windows report that their left-click button doesn’t work. There are various cases of…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: You do not have sufficient access to uninstall
One of the many features Windows 10 offers is User Account Control (UAC) which allows you to limit administrative functionalities…
- Windows Audio
Fix: Cannot Open Volume for Direct Access
CHKDSK is a system tool present in Windows which verifies the integrity of a volume and tries to fix logical…
- Programs and Apps
How to download and install OneNote 2016 on Windows?
Microsoft OneNote is a versatile program designed for note-taking. It is incredibly beneficial for gathering information and collaborating with others,…
- Windows File Information
What is rundll32.exe and why is it Running on my computer?
Windows operating system contains millions of dynamic link libraries (DLL’s) which provide functionalities which other applications use. By using these…
- Windows File Information
What is igfxtray.exe and why does it runs on start up?
igfxTray.exe is a software component developed by Intel Corporation for the module Intel Common User Interface. This process is present…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: Garmin Express Problems
Garmin (previously known as ProNav), is an American multinational company which is known for its specialization in GPS technology for…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: CldFlt Service Error
There are quite a few seemingly random error codes which regularly appear on Windows, usually after a change has been…
- Windows Tips
How to Print Double Sided on Word
Double sided printing, also referred to as duplex printing, has a boatload of benefits that are quite apparent. For starters,…
- Windows Updates
How to Update the Windows Update Agent to the Latest Version
To download and install major Windows updates (the upgrade from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 to Windows 10, for example),…
- Windows General
How to Update Drivers on Windows 10
For your computer to always be at the top of its game, it absolutely needs to have all the latest…
- Windows General
How to Enable or Disable Fast User Switching on Windows?
Fast User switching is one of the best features in Windows, where users can switch between multiple accounts without affecting…
- Windows General
How to Make a User Account an Administrator on Windows 10
To give a user account on Windows 10 more control, you can make it an administrator account. Administrator accounts can…
- Programs and Apps
How to Find Your Microsoft Office Product Key
Most commercially sold pieces of software are have some sort of protection to inhibit illegal duplication and installation. Software creators…
- File Conversion
How to convert CDA files to MP3 Format
Some users have been reaching us with questions about converting an audio file from CDA to MP3. Some have reported…
- Windows File Information
What is fwupdate.exe and should I remove it?
The legitimate fwupdate.exe process is associated with LG Firmware Autoupdate from CST. The executable is part of an LG utility…
- Windows File Information
What is csc.exe and should I delete it?
The genuine csc.exe file is a legitimate software component of Microsoft .NET Framework signed by Microsoft Corporation. CSC stands for Visual…
- Windows File Information
What is wisptis.exe and should it be disabled?
Some users have reported being unable to disable the wisptis.exe process permanently. WISPTIS is a pen input device tool that stands…
- Windows Blue Screen
Fix: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED
A blue screen of death (BSOD) is an error which halts the operations of the PC, displays the error condition…
- iTunes
How to Fix iTunes error “cannot be used because the required software is not installed”
Users of Windows 7 and above, running the 64-bit version of iTunes, may on occasion be unable to sync their…
- Mac
How to Reduce the Size of a JPEG on Mac
If you want to reduce the size of photos (JPEGs) on your Mac, you can do it with the built-in…
- Linux Networking
Fix: Cannot Connect to the Docker Daemon
You might be very confused if a Linux terminal is throwing a “cannot connect to the Docker daemon” error at…
- Linux Troubleshooting
Fix: Please enter a commit message to explain why this merge is necessary
Possibly one of the most embarrassing error messages to get stuck in when using the git development hub involves commit…
- Linux Troubleshooting
Fix: Could not open a connection to your authentication agent
You might get an error that reads “could not open a connection to your authentication agent” when you try and…
- Consoles
How to Delete Profiles on Xbox 360
Using an Xbox 360 without an Xbox profile is next to impossible and is not at all recommended. On an…
- Windows Networking
How to Change Public Network to Private Network on Windows
When a Windows computer is connected to a network (regardless of whether it’s a wireless network or a wired network),…
- Programs and Apps
How to Move Pages in Microsoft Word
Typing up a document in Microsoft Word can prove to be nothing short of a power struggle, especially when there’s…
- Windows General
How to Turn Off Narrator on Windows 10
Windows is the most widely used computer Operating System around the globe, and a fair percentage of its users are…
- Mac
How to Uninstall Google Drive on a Mac
Some Mac users are having difficulties when removing Google Drive from their computers. Even following the instructions found on the…
- Steam
Fix: Steam Error Code 53
Steam is famous for revolutionizing online game purchasing and playing but even Steam can sometimes throw random error codes which…
- Multi-platform
Fix: Rocket League Error Code 68
The launch of any online multiplayer games is almost exclusively followed by faulty server and excess error codes. Rocket League…
- Android Rooting
How to Root the HTC U11 and HTC U11 Plus
The HTC U11 and U11 Plus are high-end devices from HTC. The HTC U11 has 6GB of RAM and 64/128GB…
- Programs and Apps
How to Change Background Color in Microsoft Word
It should come as no surprise that Microsoft Word has a literal myriad of features to offer to its users,…
- Windows General
How to Type Characters with Accents on Windows
Typing accented characters on Windows is important for users working with languages like French, Spanish, or Portuguese. It can be…
- Consoles
Fix: PS4 Error CE-36329-3
The infamous error code appeared a while ago and the problem is still bugging PlayStation 4 users who are just…
- PC Games
Fix: Error Code 12 on Sims 3
The error code 12 which can be encountered while playing The Sims 3 is quite an annoying error which has…
- Multi-platform
Fix: Destiny 2 failed to download configuration files
This notorious error message which often appears to users playing Destiny or Destiny 2 is usually accompanied with the error…
Fix: PS3 Error 80710102
PlayStation 3 is full of different error codes and the ones who claim that they haven’t encountered a single one…
Fix: The Division Error Code Mike
The Division is a fairly new game published by Ubisoft and it seems that plenty of players were affected by…
- Consoles
Fix: Xbox 360 Open Tray Error
The Open Tray error on Xbox 360 is definitely one of the most troublesome errors you can encounter on your…
- Consoles
Fix: PSN Error 8002a308
This particular error code has been bugging users since it first appeared and it prevented them from accessing PSN (PlayStation…
- Mac
How to Fix HDMI Sound Not Working Mac
When your Mac connects to a screen using HDMI but there’s no sound, it’s usually because the Mac doesn’t recognize…
- Mac
Count Characters in Word or Pages on a Mac
If you are using Word or Pages on a Mac, you can see the word count for only a part…
- Programs and Apps
How to Remove a Watermark from a Word Document
Microsoft Word is right up there with the absolute best word processors out there for computers. That being the case,…
- Programs and Apps
How to Open a PDF File in Microsoft Word
PDF (Portable Document Format) files are generally viewed in PDF viewers such as Adobe Reader and edited in PDF editing…
- Windows File Information
What is InstallAgent.exe and should I delete it?
InstallAgent.exe is a process signed by Microsoft that belongs to Microsoft App Store. Some users have been suspecting this executable…
- Mac
Fix: MacBook Pro Black Screen
Many MacBook Pro users are complaining about experiencing a black screen problem on their device. This problem may happen while…
- Consoles
Fix: PS3 Media Server Windows Problems
PS3 Media Server is a DLNA-compliant UPnP media server. It was originally developed to support the PlayStation but has been…
- Windows DLL
Fix: The file AdobePDF.dll is needed
The error “The file AdobePDF.dll is needed” typically appears when the user tries to install an older version of Adobe…
- Programs and Apps
How to Fix “Word Experienced an Error Trying to Open the File”
The “Word Experienced An Error Trying to Open the File” error stops Microsoft Word from opening specific documents, disrupting access…
- Windows General
How to Easily Type Exponents in Your Text
Exponents are special characters in math that raise figures to specific powers. They are used in various fields, not just…
- File Conversion
How to Convert MP4 to MP3 Using Windows Media Player
MP4 files are widely used for storing video and audio, whereas MP3 is a format dedicated solely to audio. Both…
- Programs and Apps
How to Add a Blank Page in Microsoft Word
When creating a document in Microsoft Word – arguably the best word processor out there for the Windows Operating System,…
- Programs and Apps
How to Rotate a Picture in Word
Microsoft Word is undoubtedly the best word processing program out there for desktop computers. Among the myriad of features Microsoft…
- Windows General
How to Uninstall a McAfee on Windows 10
Computer security is one of the busiest and most bustling industries in existence today. Among the many big names in…
- Mac
How to Uninstall Malwarebytes from MacOS
Malwarebytes is an excellent anti-malware tool capable of finding and removing malware apps from Mac and Windows computers. It comes…
- iTunes
How to Download Music from iTunes to Computer
You can download many kinds of content (movies, TV shows, music) purchased from iTunes to your computer. If you have…
- Mac
How to Allow Pop Ups on Mac
Popups are additional dialogues on certain websites, which are disabled on Safari by default based on user experience reports that…
- Android
Fix: Google Play Music Error Code 16
The error code 16 which appears while using the Google Play Music service is quite an annoying error and it…
- Mac
Fix: Right Mouse Button Not Working on Magic Mouse
Some iFolks are experiencing a problem when trying to use a right click on their Magic Mouses. The right click…
- Twitch
Fix: Twitch Error Loading Data
Twitch is an amazing platform for streamers looking to reach out to a wider audience by streaming their original content…
- Virus & Malware Removal
Fix: aVast Unable to Start Firewall
Avast is definitely one of the best free antivirus solutions for users who are looking for a high-quality tool for…
- Windows Audio
Fix: AMD High Definition Audio Device not Plugged in
AMD High Definition Audio is an audio mechanism inbuilt in several AMD modules. They can be compared with their counterpart…
- Internet Explorer Errors
Fix: Internet Explorer not Opening
Internet Explorer is one of the oldest browsers available in the Windows operating system. Numerous people use it around the…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: Microsoft Word not Responding
Microsoft Word is a word processor developed by Microsoft and it is probably the most used word processor around the…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: Clownfish Not Working
Clownfish is voice translator which is used in many communication applications such as Skype, Discord etc. It has several different…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Windows 10 Won’t Boot
Windows 10 boot process is very simple. Whenever you start your computer, the UFEI or BIOS firmware is loaded. These…
- Windows Troubleshooting
How to Run CHKDSK Scan on Windows
Over time, a hard disk drive that is in use starts accumulating damage and errors caused by a wide array…
- Programs and Apps
How to Highlight Text in PowerPoint
When creating a document in, say, a word processor such as Microsoft Word, there is a lot you can do…
- Hardware
How to Screenshot on a Toshiba
A screenshot is an image of whatever is on your screen (barring your mouse pointer, of course). The ability to…
- Windows General
How to Repartition a Hard Drive on Windows
There are many Windows users out there who don’t even know it’s possible to actually repartition their computers’ hard drives.…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Error 1935 Visual C++
The “error 1935 Visual C++” might occur if the Microsoft .NET framework or the Visual C++ Redistributable package is damaged…
- Windows DLL
Fix: mfc110u.dll is missing from your computer
The mfc110u.dll file is a type of DLL file associated with Microsoft Studio Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2012. The clean version…
- Consoles
Fix: PlayStation 4 Error nw-31253-4
This particular PlayStation error is directly related to errors with your network’s DNS settings and some users had a really…
- Consoles
Fix: PS 3 Error Code 80710723
Even though the next gen consoles are slowly taking over, there are still a plenty of PS3 users around the…
- Windows Setup
How to Reinstall Windows 7 Without a Disc
Many Windows computers that come with Windows 7 out of the box are sold and shipped without Windows 7 installation…
- Windows General
How to Type Spanish Accents on Windows 10
The alphabet in the Spanish language is the same as that of the English language, with the addition of Spanish…
- Programs and Apps
How to Change X Axis Values in Excel
Microsoft Excel is undoubtedly the most powerful spreadsheet program available for the Windows Operating System. Being as powerful a spreadsheet…
- Windows Tips
How to Print in Black and White on Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is not only used to create documents but is also used to print them out. When it comes…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: Intel RST Service is not running
Intel Rapid Storage Technology is a Windows-based application that improves the reliability and performance of systems where the disks connected…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Windows 10 Apps Not Working
Windows 10 is different from its predecessors because it has preloaded applications which are useful and provide ease of access…
- Mac
How to Remove Malware from MacOS
Before starting the “removing” part, make sure you note your Mac’s symptoms and compare with the ones explained here –…
- Windows File Information
What is srtasks.exe and should I Delete it?
The srtasks.exe file is the executable of a legitimate Microsoft process called System Protection Background Tasks. This particular executable is…
- Android Customization
How to Manually Theme Android System UI
Many Android forum users ask questions like “how to change the Android notification panel color?”, “how to change Android quick…
- Gmail
Fix: oops… a server error occurred and your email was not sent. (#007)
Some users have been reporting seeing the Gmail #007 error while attempting to send an outgoing email. The error code…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: runonce.exe Black Screen
Some users have been dealing with a black screen during the login procedure. Upon investigations, some users have discovered a…
- Programs and Apps
How to Remove the Java Plug-in 2 SSV helper
Some users have previously uninstalled Java have been complaining that the Java(TM) Plug-in 2 SSV Helper is still listed as…
- Programs and Apps
Fix: Retrieving Data ‘Wait a Few Seconds and Try to Cut or Copy Again’
Some users have been reporting getting the “Retrieving data. Wait a few seconds and try to cut or copy again.” error when…
- Windows EXE File Errors
Fix: ATH.exe has stopped working
Some users have reported seeing the “ATH.exe has stopped working” error everytime they try to sync their iPhones / iPads…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Shift Key not Working
The shift key is a modifier key present on your keyboard whose main function is to capitalize lower case letters…
- Printers
Fix: Another Computer is using the printer
Printers have become increasingly important in the 20th century allowing you to print all your important documents with a click…
- Messaging
Fix: Skype Messages not Sending
Skype users fail to send messages primarily because of problems with internal settings or issues with Skype itself. Here, we…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Startup Repair Cannot Repair this Computer Automatically
The error ‘Startup repair cannot repair this computer automatically’ occurs when Windows is unable to fix the computer for misconfigurations…
- Browsers
Fix: This browser does not support video playback
The error ‘this browser does not support video playback’ occurs in different browsers namely Mozilla and Internet Explorer. This error…
- Linux Troubleshooting
How to Fix: ‘Unable to boot – Please use a kernel appropriate’ Error
Most problems that users have with GNU/Linux are well after they’re booted and trying to work with some software package,…
- Linux Troubleshooting
Fix: Unable to Correct Problems ‘You have Held Broken Packages’
You might find that when you’re trying to install a package on Linux you find a dreaded line that reads…
- Linux Troubleshooting
Fix: psql: could not connect to server: No such file or directory
PostgreSQL promotes itself as the most advanced open-source database application platform, and Debian Linux certainly has plenty of packages that…
- Mac
Fix: TrackPad Scroll Not Working on MacOS
Many Mac users reported touchpad scroll not working problem. Some are unable to scroll up and down anytime, and in…
- Email
What Is: 521 5.2.1 AOL will not accept delivery of this message
Users receive the “521 5.2.1 AOL will not accept delivery of this message” error when trying to send certain emails. This…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: CHKDSK cannot continue in read-only mode
The “CHKDSK cannot continue in read-only mode” error is usually encountered by users after trying to run a CHKDSK command…
- Programs and Apps
How to Find Your Skype ID
Skype users can sign in to their Skype accounts using their Skype names, the email addresses associated with their Skype…
- Windows General
How to Copy a DVD in Windows 7
Sometimes people need multiple copies of the same DVD, and making copies of one single DVD can befuddle computer users…
- Programs and Apps
How to Type a Letter Using Microsoft Word
Letters are still an important part of the world’s ecosystem. Even though letters have become an endangered form of communication,…
- Windows Updates
How to Disable Automatic Updates on a Windows Computer
On all versions of the Windows Operating System, there exists Windows Update – a utility designed to help keep Windows…
- Consoles
How to Delete Your Xbox Account
Almost every person who owns and uses an Xbox has an Xbox account, and so do a number of people…
- Programs and Apps
How to Mirror Text in Word
Sometimes, users need to mirror text in Microsoft Word for any of a number of different reasons. Mirroring text basically…
- Windows General
How to Use the Print Screen Feature
While most people use third-party services and applications to take screenshots on their computers, the screenshot functionality is readily available…
- Windows File Information
What is hxtsr.exe and should I Delete it?
If you are reading this article, you might have come across a stage when your antivirus software detects and quarantines…
- Windows File Information
What is InstallShield Installation Information and can it be deleted?
If you have poked around your system drive, you might have noticed a hidden folder present inside ‘Program Files (x86)’…
- Windows File Information
What is atieclxx.exe and why is running at Startup?
Many users running AMD hardware on their computer might come across the process ‘atieclxx.exe’. This process is a software component…
- Discord
Fix: Discord Download Error
Discord came out as a free alternative for TeamSpeak and Skype and it offers a great solution for voice-chat options…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Corsair Utility Engine Update Error
Corsair has released a tool called Corsair Utility Engine which can be used to manage light effects, record macros, and…
- PC Games
Fix: Eso Login Error
Elder Scrolls Online is a long-awaited game by the gaming community and its release was quite covered by media. However,…
- PC Games
Fix: Titanfall2 Engine Error
The Titanfall 2 game has quite an impressive idea and it definitely sparked plenty of attention from gamers seeking a…
- Windows EXE File Errors
Fix: APSDaemon.exe System Error
Some users have been reaching us with the APSDaemond.exe window containing the “The program can’t start because MSVCR80.dll is missing…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Element Not Found Error on Windows 10
Some users have been reporting the Explorer.exe element not found error when trying to open Microsoft Edge or Microsoft Store apps.…
- Windows Live Mail
Fix: Windows Live Mail Error ID 0x800ccc0f
Some users have been reported receiving the Windows Live Mail Error ID: 0x800ccc0f error on Windows Mail and Windows Live Mail. On broad terms,…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: “Error 0x80010135: Path Too Long” Error on Windows
The error 0x80010135 appears typically when you enter a file name that is more than 260 characters in the File…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Shell Infrastructure Host has stopped working
The error “Shell Infrastructure Host has stopped working” usually appears when the users try to open a guest account under…
- Programs and Apps
How to Add Axis Labels in Microsoft Excel
Anyone who knows anything about Microsoft Excel knows that one of the many, many features the premiere spreadsheet program for…
Fix: Destiny Error Code Vulture
The Vulture error code is just one of the many error codes related to the buggy overall performance of the…
- Windows Setup
How to Completely Wipe Windows 7 From Your Computer
Most Windows 7 users who want to go back to day zero decide to wipe Windows 7, in all of…
- Windows General
How to Create a System Restore Point on a Windows 7/8 and 10
Available on all versions of the Windows Operating System currently supported by Microsoft, System Restore is an incredibly powerful and…
- Windows General
How to Burn a Windows 10 ISO File to a DVD
To install Windows 10 from scratch on a computer (or to repair an already installed instance of Windows 10 on…
- Windows Troubleshooting
How to Uninstall Programs in Windows That Won’t Uninstall?
Struggling to remove a stubborn program from your Windows computer can be a common and frustrating issue. Sometimes, even Microsoft’s…
- Windows General
What is: Hard Faults Per Second
Hard faults are a normal part of how modern computers are currently processing memory information. A hard fault occurs when a…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: Your System Has Detected Possible Suspicious Activity
“Your System Has Detected Possible Suspicious Activity” is a type tech pop-up scam urging the “infected” user to call a…
- PC Games
How to Make Fallout 3 Work on Windows 10
Fallout 3 is an action role-playing open world game created by Bethesda and released to the world on multiple platforms…
How to Type N With a Tilde on Top
The letter N with a tilde on top (Ñ/ñ) forms an entirely different letter from an entirely different language. Named…
- Windows High CPU Usage
Fix: msrtn32.exe High CPU, Disk or Memory Usage
After the rise of Bitcoin, numerous digital currencies have started flourishing. More and more people invest in the system each…
- Windows Troubleshooting
Fix: makecab.exe running at Startup
You will be reading this article if you have noticed the process ‘makecab.exe’ running at either your startup or at…
- Programs and Apps
How to Add Music to the Windows Media Player Library
Listening to the songs on your computer via Windows Media Player is pretty easy – all you have to do…
- Microsoft Outlook
How to Block Unwanted Emails on Outlook
It doesn’t matter what email service you use or what desktop email client you have – unwanted emails will find…
- Google Chrome Errors
Fix: Chromium won’t Uninstall
Some users have been unable to uninstall Chromium from their PC using the conventional ways. While this can certainly be…
- Windows General
How to Set a GIF as Your Desktop Background in Windows?
One of the best ways to personalize your Windows desktop is by customizing your background. Although you may currently have…
- Windows General
How to Disable Cortana on Windows
Microsoft put a lot of time and effort into creating Cortana for Windows 10 – a personal assistant for Windows…
- Windows General
How to Change the System Locale on a Windows Computer
On a Windows computer, the system locale determines what language the text in programs that do not support Unicode is…
- Windows General
How to Disable Windows Aero
httoWith Windows Vista, Microsoft replaced its old Luna interface with a User Interface it dubbed Windows Aero – Aero was…
- Windows File Information
What is hydra.exe and Should You Delete it?
The legitimate Hydra executable (hydra.exe) is a process belonging to Hotspot Shield. Hotspot Shield is a virtual private network (VPN) utility…
- Windows File Information
What is Everything.exe and Should You Remove it?
The legitimate everything.exe is nothing more than a local search engine that is used to index drive content. The default…
- Linux Troubleshooting
Fix: root User’s Home Directory is /root
You might have noticed an error where typing cd or cd ~ takes you to /root instead of something inside…
- PC Games
Fix: Logitech Gaming Software not Detecting g27
If you are using the Logitech G27 driving wheel on Windows 10, or at least trying to use it, then…
- Mac
How to Remove or Uninstall Dropbox from macOS
If you want to delete Dropbox from your Mac, you may get the following error:“The item Dropbox can’t be moved…
- iPhone
How to Fix Apple ID “Verification failed” Error?
The error message Verification failed: There was an error connecting to the Apple ID Server indicates an issue connecting to…
- iCloud
Fix: Outlook Unexpected Error ‘Your setup couldn’t be started’
While attempting to set up iCloud to synchronize with Outlook (2007, 2010, 2013) on Windows (7, 8, and 10) many…
- Windows General
How to Turn Off Tablet Mode on Windows 10
Microsoft has been focusing on making the Windows Operating System as touchscreen-friendly as possible ever since Windows 8, which is…
- Windows General
How to Change the Size of Taskbar Icons in Windows 11 and 10
Part of the appeal of Windows is that you can apply various customization layers to fit your preferred way of…
- Browsers
How to Whitelist a Website in AdBlock and AdBlock Plus
The year is 2018 and advertisements have taken over the World Wide Web – webpages that do not have any…
