How to Fix Svchost.exe (Service Host) When It Is Using High CPU
If you notice your computer struggling to keep up, you might first turn to the Task Manager to find out what application is causing the excess CPU usage. In some cases, you might see that svchost.exe or Service Host is taking up all your CPU power. What is this process, and more importantly, how do […]
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How to Perform a Clean Install in Windows 10
A clean install is when you reboot your computer to original Windows files. This means all your documents, folders, apps, etc. will be erased. Things like Microsoft Office, printers, and even media players will no longer exist on your computer. It is truly a way to start fresh. ContentsWhen Should You Perform a Clean Install?Stop […]
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Steps to Enable System Restore in Windows 10
You can find some efficient features in Windows 10 particularly regarding system recovery. The tools for recovery are easy to use. In spite of this, there may be occasions when you have to intervene manually to restore the system. It might be an installation gone wrong, or some features could freeze up that leads to […]
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How to Fix a Windows 10 Critical Error
The Windows 10 Critical error is related to the Start menu not working. It happens when some files become corrupted. Sometimes, the Start menu alone is affected, but other times the search feature, Cortana, and the Start menu are all involved. This walkthrough will teach you how to resolve the error. For more methods that […]
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Steps to Fix the Windows 10 Taskbar
The Taskbar, which was initially just one of the minor features of the Windows operating system, has gained new functionality with Windows 10. The new components turned it into a feature-rich application that is pleasing aesthetically and useful. However, with the added functionality, users had some vexing errors this that guide is designed to fix. […]
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What to Do if Windows Search Isn’t Working in Windows 10
The Windows 10 Start Menu search is a valuable feature that allows you to quickly access files, apps, and web services using the Start Menu search bar. When the search feature becomes corrupted, it can interfere with the Cortana and the Start menu. This article teaches you what you need to do to resolve the […]
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Solve the Failure Configuring Windows Updates Reverting Changes Error on Your Computer
In the versions of Windows Vista, 7, and 8, sometimes the updates lag, and you see a “Failure configuring Windows updates Reverting changes” error. This error frequently appears when people attempt to upgrade to newer versions of Windows (especially on Windows 8, which had a short lifespan and is no longer supported by Microsoft). If […]
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Steps to Resolve an api-ms-win-crt-runtime-l1-1-0.dll Missing Error
Sometimes when you try to launch an existing app or install a new one, you will see an error stating that the api-ms-win-crt-runtime-|1-1-0.dll is missing. Or you may see a message saying that you need a Microsoft update to continue installing a new app. If this error is frustrating you, keep reading to learn how […]
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How to Turn Off or Get Rid of Cortana
Cortana is Microsoft’s answer as a personal digital assistant. With Google’s Now and Apple’s Siri, Cortana was the next step in digitized helpfulness. Like many computer functions that personalize themselves to your needs, Cortana collects a lot of information about you to work. Although Cortana can tell you anything you need to know that is […]
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How to Take a Screenshot in Windows
Many users have taken a screenshot once or twice, and some users have even downloaded a third-party app to take and edit screenshots. However, Windows 10 has a variety of screenshot tools that are easy to use. This tutorial will teach you many of the methods for taking screenshots in Windows 10. ContentsScreenshots Using a […]
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