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Windows 10 Boot Loop Error: Bad System Config Info [Infinitely - Microsoft Community

i defragged hard drive without interruptions , later restarted pc. provide black screen white circle dot loading circle forever. restarted pc again, now, boots, gives me bsod , gives me error, bad system config info.  i have tried every key , can not bios or safe mode of kind. can create bootable usb drive useless unless can use bios tell boot it. it restarts forever , have no idea do. pc couple of months old , has worked flawlessly , has ever been run on windows 10. last windows 10 update did weeks  ago. please help, thanks. hello sam, regarding query, have tried booting pc in safe mode ? can try access startup menu pressing esc before manufacturer's flash screen. there can manage boot priority of pc. alternatively, try press , hold f2 when boot pc. bring system diagnostic screen , have choose exit , lead startup menu. regards, Windows /

Windows 10 freezes on startup or when resuming from sleep or hibernate - Microsoft Community

everytime shutdown, hibernate  or sleep system, freez during startup. have tried reinstalling windows problem stil persists. kindly please. post moved moderator appropriate forum category original title: windows 10 hi, we need narrow down issue you're experiencing, kindly answer following questions: what make , model of computer? after reinstalling windows, have tried installing cumulative updates? is there error messages when computer freezing? we'll waiting reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows 10 freezes USB ports after welcome page - Microsoft Community

hi i have desktop computer. windows 10 freezes usb hub after start , welcome 1 minute 5 minutes. can't start circle of dots stop rotating before freezes. in safe mode networking, computer appear function ok. please see attached files in link. https://1drv.ms/f/s!arciotpqngsafoatknkophacmma thanks in advance rdp63 hi, let's try isolate issue. usb hub/port external device? if yes, try uninstall driver and/or disconnect hub desktop, , see if has same issue. looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows 10 Home Version 1703 Issue - Microsoft Community

hello all,  i updated lastest version (1703) 2 days ago , since been having annoying issue. noted don't have such issue prior update. thing google chrome , or microsoft edge stop working while i'm surfing web after 5 or 15 minutes , became unresponsive , or @ time not load , crashed. if crashed on chrome , became unresponsive , shut down , tried relaunch, chrome not launch. had wait while able launch again , whole cycle repeat. also, when happen, applications won't work either. when launched chrome, give me blue screen telling me went wrong , forced restart computer me , can't let restarted me. it's been 2 days , issue still here don't know going since don't have such issue before till now.  any appreciate because getting on nerve , wish can roll previous version, sadly can't unless clean restart... try run clean boot on computer since there may third-party apps affects performan

Windows 10 Home x64 Crashes when installing Logitech and Corsair - Microsoft Community

both of these software packages exhibiting the same repeatable behavior.  attempt installation of software/driver packages , win10 locks completely.  no bsod. requires hardware reset.  i have tried easiest found solution  on net no avail. here because i'm frustrated , need help.   hi, in order efficiently assist you, have few questions you: how trying install software/driver packages, device manager or manufacturer's website? were there specific error message? were there changes made computer prior issue? regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Wrong active partition + more problems - Microsoft Community

i accidentally set c: drive active partition in pc, , restarted computer without knowing problem. so, when booted up, received error message said should put in windows install disk , fix problem. decided should boot bios instead, , when did set it's defaults bios hoping that fix problem. didn't. when start pc, goes asus logo, , gives me option open bios, when that, restarts pc , sends me asus logo again. i have no idea do, please help. not sure post this, sorry if in wrong section Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Can't log in in safe mode - Microsoft Community

first, i've tried i've seen in comes when try searching answer except unplugging hard drive , sticking in computer change settings. many people saw when researching problem, put computer safe mode correct bad driver, find not log in.  the computer not accept correct  password, of old passwords, or pin let me log in.  i put in safe mode networking, plugged wireless router(not easy task, had move room), , tried using  the on screen keyboard input password, no avail. quite few suggestions i've seen want me log in administrator, can't windows so.  i've tried restoring last restore point , image, , resetting windows default, along trying command prompt safe mode.  all of these won't let me without putting in password; password, should note, let me log onto site , hotmail no difficulties.  i'd rather not reformat drive, i'm not seeing other answers. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.***

Have a password but can't access pc - Microsoft Community

i disabled built-in administrator account account (local account) in pc.i entered password shows result below "your account has been disabled.please see system administrator." i didn't have other account in pc except above on. please help.thanks in advance. i disabled built-in administrator account account (local account) in pc.i entered password shows result below. having single admin account risky. if goes wrong it? disabling single admin account suicidal. why this? you need this: use command recoverydrive.exe on other windows 10 machine create bootable usb flash disk. use disk boot machine windows repair mode. use system restore set windows point before painted corner. create, test , document spare admin account never ever again fall trap. Windows / Windows 10 / Security &am

Microsoft edge - Microsoft Community

getting error in microsoft edge  "the server clicksad.online asking username , password. server reports 0x800700424. internet security damaged!!!! use access suspended." tells me call microsoft desk scams these days there no way calling number. antivirus finds nothing. fix this? hi rick, this error code 0x800700424 triggered if system detects malware, particularly when starting windows firewall. verify, can tell activity doing on edge browser triggered error message? also, antivirus did use check viruses? suggest running windows defender , tell results, further assess issue. we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

My laptop is stolen - Microsoft Community

i using lenovo ideapad u410 laptop windows 10 home. stolen in late november , due circumstances , did not report police. have new laptop windows 10 , use same account new passwords of course on new laptop. when configuring new device security noticed old device in list of connected devices though changed user account passwords.  know if possible lock device serial number provided on account? can track it? though find device option off? for reference had trouble windows update of device in september , communicated support team in details. same device stolen. hope hear positive responses sabeteshi minassie hi sabeteshi, to address concern, suggest check out vanessa sohtun’s answer on thread: how track stolen device. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy /

Thinking About Windows 10 Alternatives - Microsoft Community

i begin sick , tired microsoft general behaviors such acting own things doesn't belong them @ all so i'm asking community if there valuable alternatives against microsoft operating systems  where can play games , continue normal computer activities; web,email,social etc etc/ thanks hi try mac or linux! behaviors talking about? Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

User Folder Hidden And Cant Unhide - Microsoft Community

got new computer , ran issues. long story short moving folders ssd hard drive. accidentally made hard drive "documents" folder or along lines not making folder first send "documents" folder to. instead clicked hardrive clicked use folder not knowing. fixed issue (i think) , seems normal. thing noticed is: prior able see user folder (the 1 name), after trouble , subsequent fix noticed folder hidden. before says "just click show hidden folders options" etc etc, ive tried , remains hidden. can find folder going 1 of folder tied it, photos, going properties>location>find target. takes me folder , shows still under "users" folder on ssd. cant click "hidden" box unhide because grayed out , wont remove check. created "user" , experiencing same issue of being.... hidden , un-hide-able....  have no idea whats going on. im new windows 10, solid state drives, , dealing folders in way (al

Want no password reuirement after waking - Microsoft Community

hello, running windows 10 creator, , snce installing this, have keep setting password requirement waking, not need locked. have checked under user accounts, under pwoer saver. donot run screen saver. of instructions provided, said click on "options not availa ble" not showing. have yet resolve issue, , have made did not have enter password, keeps changing back. there no ermanent setting change without spending hours thrying find it? , of course power lid option, tower there no lid. set password blank. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Koi fish WIndows picture - Microsoft Community

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there picture of koi fish on lock screen liked, changed. want make background screen. can show me access photo, can make background picture? not see picture in hidden files, thinking windows must have removed in refresher. thank you.  this one? - can download here (below) although may not best quality. once downloaded can use google's reverse image search for a larger size better resolution...(make sure open actual image page or you'll thumbnail) here's link google ris https://ctrlq.org/google/images/ ,,, , here koi !! - cheers, ric. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Menu fonts too small - Microsoft Community

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i updated windows 10 on night....(today may 11) don't see , need increase size of fonts on menu's , drop down's etc....prior update rather easy , simple on display setting screen in control panel .....but has disappeared new update.   i have spent last hour or looking in settings adjustments no avail....i need know adjustments located,  the instruction  need simple , step step.  thanks hello paul, you may change size of text, apps, , other items in display settings. here's how: right-click on blank space on desktop. on pop-up menu, select display settings . under change size of text, apps, , other items , drag bar preferred size. changes made automatically effective. should need further help, us. more glad assist you. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start

Why can't I have custom logon/logoff sounds in Windows 10 - Microsoft Community

having bought new windows 10 laptop, noticed logon/logoff sounds not in sound settings. after wander round internet found needed http://www.howtogeek.com/274010/how-to-change-the-windows-10-logoff-logon-and-shutdown-sounds-in-windows-10/ after doing , setting custom sounds wanted, don't play. played fine on sound settings test button, not on actual logon/logoff themselves. do? also, format sounds need to best results? (mp3, wav, mono, stereo etc.) to knowledge, sound events no longer exist.  article appears in error.  should follow article author. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

WIndows 10 - Desktop view - Microsoft Community

original title : help! issue desktop view, start screen a.k.a. impressive tile app display. should display across screen (mine are not) i can see tile apps when click on little microsoft simple @ bottom left. if i'm browsing internet, writing paper & decide close window. i'm stuck staring @ ugly desktop icons along left side of screen. seems if want see tiles, have click microsoft icon. how gorgeous screen had before? stay forever? guys, appreciate feed back!    in windows 10 basic opening screen desktop. to see start screen click on windows icon on taskbar. if in browser or program , want see menu(the tiles) click on windows icon on taskbar.  see want, click on again , take last opened program or browser. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization /

I'm on Windows 10 suddenly I now cannot shut down my computer - Microsoft Community

i on windows 10 , , have found cannot shut down computer. go thru steps but nothing happens. update had failed , once ran again...it fixed issue. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

Have administrator account and user account with the same name - Microsoft Community

i have 2 accounts (i dont know how rid of 1 , use admin account) 1 admin , 1 user. both have same name , uses user account default. need delete files , it's not letting me because not admin. don't know , need help. says have full control (bottom account) still requires permission. can me? https://gyazo.com/72f50e8a6bcc7470642c103310b9a9e8 have tried doin' using windows 10 built-in administrator? check out: https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/2969-administrator-account-enable-disable-windows-10-a.html   Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Needing to get someone's name off the account and reprogram it. - Microsoft Community

my brother has passed away , keep getting messages about  needs fixed account, don't have pass word. need off computer, messages stop.  please me, excutor of estate , trying use computer.   please help.... ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hello louella, this can facilitated removing brother's account on device. provide appropriate steps can resolve concern, we'd verify following: which type of account trying remove? (local account or microsoft account) are using administrator account? where did see prompts related brother's account? if possible, we'd request screenshot of it. in meantime, can follow steps below remove microsoft account windows 10 pc: in search box, type settings , press enter open settings window. under settings , click on account . on left pane under accounts , click on email & app accounts . scroll down , click m

dell inspirion problems - Microsoft Community

..cant log windows says administration assess has been terminated need contact system administrator  hi, to better assist concern, we'd clarify following information: when last time able log in pc? did make changes computer's configuration prior issue? are using school or company computer? looking forward information may provide. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Start Menu application issue - Microsoft Community

my laptop running on windows 10 pro. after recent update (windows 10 creators update precise), not able application start menu. works when double click .exe file, not start menu. there fix? thanks in advance this known newly updated system. of registry keys changed after update, unfortunately. can still fix using sfc:  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833 or app troubleshooter:  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/instantanswers/69e76f90-d54c-44cf-9851-c2d1542790db/run-the-troubleshooter-for-windows-apps Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

This color is not supported - Microsoft Community

when selecting custom start color message 1. why 2. why offer option if still cannot set color. 3. error need more message #0000000 back regedt me this. **post moved moderator appropriate forum category.** apparently won't let have black color why don't know stupid why? whats point of colors if aren't allowed use them? Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Windows 10 BSOD CRITICAL_PROCESS_FAILED and UNEXPECTED_STORE_EXCEPTION - Microsoft Community

dear all, about month , half ago started receiving occasional bsod unexpected_store_exception became more , more frequent january went on , past week i've started getting critical_process_failed quite when doing on windows 10 laptop. i have used bluescreenviewer , bluescreens have been caused ntoskrnl.exe driver , 142970 address. should have came here asking month ago every time use laptop after few hours critical_process_failed bsod , laptop barely usable anymore have come ask help. here dmp files minidump folder - https://drive.google.com/open?id=0bw-kig1alqfoslhtzmx3tfgxtjg any appreciated , let me know if need more information. thank you, josh edit: grammar hi josh, to concern regarding blue screen of death on computer, let me suggest boot computer safe mode update display adapters through device manager and see if issue persist. please let know how goes assist further.

Windows 10 Restart Issue - Microsoft Community

i purchased computer windows 10. reason every time use computer, if leave on, upon going use screen froze have manually shut down computer every time. works fine if shut computer off after using , restart before use. not set not sleep or hibernate not sure why keeps doing this. appreciated. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category*** we appreciate informing disabling sleep , hibernate options resolved issue. feel free post if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows 10 Permissions Issues - Microsoft Community

when try save i've edited online or other, error saying don't have permission access folder, , asked if save doc or pictures , when click yes same error again.  i've read every single post , user , microsoft answer , don't know else frustrating , affecting ability work. microsoft keeps giving same boilerplate suggested fixes don't work. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

windows files deleted by virus - Microsoft Community

i have windows 10 home installed in laptop, when tried delete shrema virus end of windows files missing. don't have recovery usb or dvd. long as the laptop power on,  i able transfer files between usb , laptop, can open control panel tools in control panel not working. guess once turn power off, not able open windows again. need help ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** same "bought laptop in mexico" computer in other new thread today? => https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-update/change-system-language-from-spanish-to-engilish/92d6e3a7-6e2e-4fb8-aabc-a8d663305ef9 Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

desktop slideshow settings - Microsoft Community

this huge issue me , need corrected fast possible,  today, thursday 29th of june 2017, had issues updating windows, reinstalled, , updated, went setup slideshow, start losing mind... i use run command in windows 10 pull windows 7 style interface personalization. the run command  control /name microsoft.personalization /page pagewallpaper after reinstalling windows latest updates, not longer work. which catastrophic me i've created 12000 picture slideshow of aesthetic pictures, , can view them @ 1 minute intervals i need solution immediately, not include reverting windows 7!!!!!!!!! i should able use windows way have been until now, shouldnt have worry features going missing after update i cannot see practical application of removing 10 second option in windows 10, desperately need solution before pull hair out!  thank you. this urgent send me download or or patch issue, need able set desktop slideshow 10 second intervals pos

Lost windows spotlight - Microsoft Community

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can't find windows spotlight , personalization in regedit (hklm\software\policies\microsoft\windows) hello, files or registry keys in registry editor little bit tricky find. verify, can tell specific key folder windows spotlight app looking for? please advise. we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Updated to lastest 10 version. - Microsoft Community

updated latest 10 version. display option missing in control panel. want set icon text bold. where now.?? please don't follow kristine som's benighted advice.  option you're looking gone.  control panel being put death in favor of settings feature in windows 10. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

What is the WINDOWS\system32\DrvInst.exe program and why does - Microsoft Community

windows\system32\drvinst.exe program , why anti-virus thinks it's potentially dangerous? should block or delete it? why use 3rd party anti virus.  windows defender ans malwarebytes enough. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Windows 10 32 bit PC, Explorer crashing - Microsoft Community

i have pc windows explorer crashing. user is moving files 1 location on network another. pc randomly lock up, turn black , unresponsive. can issue ctrl alt delete , bring menu , task manager, tried reboot , after few minutes of trying brought me login screen. tried again there , same issue. did hard reboot , pc came fine. needing because 2nd time has happened. got ideas? thank you,   faulting application name: explorer.exe, version: 10.0.10586.839, time stamp: 0x58ba35f3 faulting module name: shell32.dll, version: 10.0.10586.839, time stamp: 0x58ba35dd exception code: 0xc0000005 fault offset: 0x00188170 faulting process id: 0x2908 faulting application start time: 0x01d2dec994e28edb faulting application path: c:\windows\explorer.exe faulting module path: c:\windows\system32\shell32.dll report id: 19520bfc-26ed-4ad2-9b92-ec2970dfb32a faulting package full name: hi tim, in order address issue, as

windows 10 Service Host: Local Network - Microsoft Community

there lot of files service host: local network many numbers behind them.  eating space.  how can rid of them?  said run ccleaner free version , did, did not eliminate issue.  can me please? hi, service host: local network contains sub-service called superfetch used pre-load data hard disk ram memory. improve pc's performance, suggest disable superfetch service. here's how: press windows key + x on keyboard, choose command prompt (admin) . when prompted administrator permission, click yes to continue. type in following command: net.exe stop superfetch . hit enter . wait few minutes see if changes can seen on computer’s performance. if want, can run disk check typing following command: chkdsk.exe /f /r . press enter . type y confirm disk check time restart computer. please make sure have closed of applications first. let know if have completed steps , result. Windo

Windows 10 update - now getting a "User Profile Service service - Microsoft Community

last night updated windows 10 laptop per ms scheduled update.  update process took ~ 2.5 hours.  now cannot log onto computer!  the message states:  "user profile service service failed sign-in." "user profile cannot loaded." ***post moved by   the moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, it sound frustrating. there might have been corrupted system files prevents logging in. if there's user in computer, able sign them in? if not, prepare blank usb flash drive or dvd @ least 5 gb of free space , create installation media referring article . if have one, use boot device , perform system restore. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows Clock goes too fast - Microsoft Community

hi, my windows clock goes way fast (60 "windows" seconds = 47 "real life" seconds). after few minutes, have big difference in hours, , games unplayable. inside cmos, goes well... please note i've overclocked cpu 3.5 4.55 ghz (it's amd fx8320+asus crosshair iv formula), , 3.5/4.55 * 60 = 46.2... suspect windows take base frequency - , not actual 1 - generate time... what should make windows clock work ? thanks i'd find unusual if overclocking affected windows time. happens if set bios standard default, time return normal or not. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows resize on unlock - Microsoft Community

i have annoying problem windows 10 in when unlock computer after has sat bit, windows un-maximized , un-docked.  this means every morning have rearrange windows. i have 3 monitors , keep 1 app fullscreen on left monitor, 2 apps split screen docked (l-r) in middle monitor, , 1 app fullscreen on right monitor.  however, when unlock computer after has sat bit, of these windows have changed size. i have sleep disabled on computer.  the screen set turn off after 1 hour (however, don't think matters i've tried setting down 1 minute , problem doesn't reproduce after screens shut off in 1 minute). any ideas can make windows remember window size on unlock? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi. know more issue. isolate concern, please provide following information. are having issue when using single monitor? were there hardware/software changes on computer prior issue?

computer password change in **** WIN 10 - Microsoft Community

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user accounts tab make changes account tab user accounts , family safety not exist! change password not exist! geez hate f-ing clumsy win 10 this ia change password: settings app - accounts - sign in options Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

"microsoft" password and "windows" password. - Microsoft Community

difference between "microsoft" password , "windows" password? if "windows" has separate password, it? have windows 10. hello keith, to address concern, we'd ask if referring account when signing in pc? we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

to change my email in store - Microsoft Community

my email new wants change in store ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, to answer question, have article related issue have. please check article as contains instructions on how edit or add email address existing microsoft account. let know if have other concerns. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

windows 10 does not let me type in the password - Microsoft Community

hey there everyone! i updated windows 10 , past few weeks windows not show on boot. wallpaper there, clock, network status, ease of access , power button there , working that's it. profile pic , name , box enter password missing. resetting bios defaults helped once or twice doesn't. not same on restarting. show if switch of main power without putting pc shut down. can help? hello, we know more concern regarding sign in screen of computer. recent installed update on computer? changes made other recent update? Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Changing Text size only is gone after Creative Update - Microsoft Community

i visually impaired after cataract surgery , had application toolbars , titles fixed read them changing text in display settings in windows 10.  today after creative update, option seems gone, , text in title bars , toolbars , tips default small read. i'd rather not change screen resolution 1680x1050 or scale 125 because may interfere narration software nvda.  is there way this, or way 'change text only' controls back?  serious drawback handicapped users of microsoft windows 10.... thanks suggestions.  can find online ways before update, no longer present...can rollback previous update? i using desktop pc hewlett-packard new in march of last year. ****post moved forum moderator more appropriate forum category.**** hi marlin, this can still done control panel, setting removed win 10 settings interface reason. in search box type control panel select search results. in control panel @ upper

how do I find re-set for my computer - Microsoft Community

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i sure pushed wrong key, on screen colors not when purchased computer couple of weeks ago. in fact colors changed couple of hours ago how can original settings? moderator's observation: windows 10 guess based on age of machine ...  Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

windows 10 notifications "Quiet Hours" disables USB "safe - Microsoft Community

the constant email popups distracting, being able down see if email might present. so turned on 'quiet hours', when click remove usb drive, no indication safe remove. really; ... seems system level request should priority on notification setting. any way fix this? thanks much, chris hi, to isolate concern, know if turned off quiet hours , able indication is safe remove usb. thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

windows10 out of memory on hp/nb/s11db continuing issue. - Microsoft Community

does microsoft have fix ongoing issue yet? can answer year? didn't seem answer pst 2 years. please provide more information cause of problem may diagnosed.   please restart computer , allow 20 minutes system run before uploading information required me investigate problem. when examining event viewer log files many, not all, problems show in period after computer has been booted.   please provide copy of system information file. access system information file select keyboard shortcut win+r , type msinfo32 and click ok . place cursor on system summary . select file, export , give file name noting located. click save . files in txt file format preferred. do not place cursor within body of report before exporting file. the system creates new system information file each time system information accessed. need allow minute or 2 file populated before exporting copy. please upload file onedrive, share , post l

Windows 10 Problems - Microsoft Community

what microsoft doing fix of problems windows 10. if don't free , give , actual working operating system should buy apple products on. need problems, have solution far? the windows insider program, in third year, microsoft collects feedback users problems having , features see. development team uses feedback triage , fix problems in operating system , develop new features. every development team releases new builds of windows members of insiders program incorporate dozens of bug fixes , new features. insiders try these builds before released public, , tell microsoft whether bug fixes effective (or not) , whether new features working should. once bug fixes have been proven effective, , new features worked out, released public through windows update. the internet has huge amount of information windows 10 , it's best source learning how use windows 10 , how solve problems. internet taught me know wind

" signing out" - Microsoft Community

windows 10, laptop has been stuck in "signing out" on 2 hours. cannot access anything, can power done. after 15 minutes turned machine on, same place nothing changed **post moved moderator appropriate forum category.** hi cammy, to better assist concern, have made changes prior issue? may try boot safe mode , check if issue still occur. can refer link on how perform clean boot in windows. looking forward reply. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

admin lock out - Microsoft Community

how find out administrator pass word is, or remove can delete programs. suggestion create user , assign them admin, have know pass word create user., Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Edge and chrome browsers issues. - Microsoft Community

clicks taking me other sites rather searched site, takes takes 2 3 clicks open right location. hi, for assist you, kindly provide information need below: have visited website triggered issue? are these sites appearing pop-up? have tried scanning computer using antivirus software? kindly attach screenshot of issue investigate further. sites have own pop-ups show or redirect site whenever visit page. meanwhile, can block pop-ups in edge following steps on link . regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

I have been locked out of Windows 10 PC, using a PIN, becasue of too - Microsoft Community

i have tried waiting 24 hours , restarting computer. nothing helps. can sign in using microsoft account password. pain. help. online stuff has been usless. thanks hi john, we suggest follow suggestion of andre da costa on link troubleshoot log in issues in windows 10. give update result. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

New type of scam - Microsoft Community

got call number  58 6-87 1-26 61 spaces added told me microsoft , on paid them support issues last feb. , wanted refund me amount of $249, after asking them few question such name, wouldn't tell me because of security gave them fake name , conversation went on, next card number 3 digit code refund money, gave them fake number after few moments told number wrong , give them again, 2nd time new fake number time person replied yes number matching name(fake) have given him, @ point told him scammer , hung up. moved insider new 1 (to me @ least) fake emergency call (automated) microsoft purporting windows "license key" has expired , call toll-free number "at once."   Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

User Groups in Windows 10 Home - Microsoft Community

can case that, having accepted windows 10 home, not permitted simple facility assign users different groups (so limit access confidential documents or directories)? have windows 10 version 10.0.14393, home, 64-bit, build 14393, updates having been plugged in automatically whenever issued. have been looking around sort of on getting function, , found 1 route seemed likely:  run > lusrmgr.msc on going this, screen tells me nothing except: " x local users , groups   snapin may not used edition of windows 10. manage   user accounts computer, use user accounts tool in control panel." tool not give me way manage groups users may in-  in fact, switch 'account type' between 'standard'and 'administrator'. approaching different angle: if right-click on particular file or folder, , pick 'properties', , click on 'security' tab, shown list of 4 "group or user names" - authenticated users /

Notification Panel in Windows 10 - Microsoft Community

i new notification panel on right margin in windows 10. makes me sort through emails easily, i'd never @ signing in on browser. however, few months i've noticed whenever check notification panel, wi-fi disconnects minute (as if reconnecting). have internal wi-fi adapter on hp laptop, , regularly update drivers , os. is there fix without getting rid of notification panel/notifications?  hi, there few reasons why wifi dropping out. issue internet service provider, network adapters driver or power management issues. kindly follow methods below sort concern. method 1: change power management right click wifi connection icon on bottom right corner , choose open network , sharing center. on left side of pane, choose change adapter settings. then right click wifi adapter option have , choose properties. click configure. navigate power management tab, , make sure box allow computer turn

Windows 10 error / glitch - Microsoft Community

trying launch minecraft got opengl error , never happened in windows 7 , did clean install of windows 10 , still happened , don't know product key says have digital license , when try , download windows 7 microsoft website says need product key , don't know please me product key or fix issue hi, we suggest refer post andre , see if corrects problem. do should need further assistance. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Windows Installer - Microsoft Community

i accidently uninstalled itunes on computer, when try reinstall error message: there problem windows installer package. program required install complete not run. please help!!!! ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, there may remaining files itunes needs removed installed again. remove remaining files previous program, can download troubleshooter fix problems blocks programs being installed. after running troubleshooter, restart device , check if concern persists. let know if solution above works. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

Device guard is automatically enabled after a fresh start - Microsoft Community

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after fresh start, win32 apps not working anymore. don't know why device guard enabled. i own device , administrator of pc. also, not in organisation. this screenshot. plz me cuz can't use input method, think have stick english forever :) Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

POTENTIAL SECURITY BREACH - Microsoft Community

i of few percentage of people in world not have computerized cell phone.  old school guess.  a basic old technology based flip phone phone call. no texting or else. every month microsoft "temporary" closes ipad account , demands cell phone number authenticate me.  and every month takes hours , hours deal microsoft have ipad running again.  they indicate account has been compromised , yet never shuts down laptop.  i can utilize that, not ipad. i have never given microsoft cell phone number.  yet insist need verify me.   how can verify against don't have.  this huge security breach waiting happen.  someone decides steal stuff, needs give cell phone gain full access use burner phone.  meanwhile, since locked out, have no way of knowing have been breached except password doesn't work.  except since microsoft treats account "open season" fraudulent activity long someone, anyone, doesn't matter who, gives them cell phone n

RE: Difficulty in connecting gmail account with Windows 10 Mail - Microsoft Community

i had reset password on primary gmail account.  windows mail app keeps telling me settings out of date.  have deleted gmail account windows mail several times now, resubmitted information, followed troubleshooting solutions dig up, , yet presented same error.  windows 10 mail app not sync gmail account.  know how resolve issue? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, we know if you're experiencing same issue when trying login using other email accounts? we suggest run troubleshooter windows apps clicking on link . also, kindly check resolution posted mark bu on this  thread regarding error message you've received. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

What is "Bit Lock" all about? - Microsoft Community

hello; i noticed have been asked os failed ask 32 or 64 bit.  on 64 bit version. i looking explanation "bit lock". what does, how cost, , absolute need knows associated it. thanks.  bart of os, encrypt data on system, think other storage devices also. have have trusted platform module on motherboard or use usb drive key. if there issue on system drive or  encrypt removeable device, may not unlock on  another device, have encrypt  the data first. used on vista 64 bit ultimate , not happy results never used again.    Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Why am I not recognized as administrator on my desktop? - Microsoft Community

how can let computer know administrator on computer?  i trying delete chromium , last step. hi j, we found similar thread related concern. please click link and follow steps provided jenith_james . let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Why do I see all these logins in event manager from groups, special - Microsoft Community

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why see these logins in event manager groups, special logins , groups when 1 logged laptop? have virus protection software running.. hi mark, to resolve concern, kindly post query technet forums better assistance. do let know if have other concerns. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Why is a standard account recommended? - Microsoft Community

why standard account  recommended please help moved insider hi, thank posting query on microsoft community. know more standard account, check answer of syed md bilal on september 8, 2015 link . kind regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Default Font - Microsoft Community

have changed windows 10 default font .reg file want change default font of windows 10........how change it. make sure can see file extensions (in windows file explorer, on view ribbon, check box marked 'file name extensions) create new text file on desktop (right click , choose 'new' - text file) copy text below new text file , close file give file meaningful name , change file extension .txt .reg right click file , choose 'merge' , confirm merge restart pc , windows ui font (segue ui) restored . . . windows registry editor version 5.00 [hkey_local_machine\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\fonts] "segoe ui (truetype)"="segoeui.ttf" "segoe ui black (truetype)"="seguibl.ttf" "segoe ui black italic (truetype)"="seguibli.ttf" "segoe ui bold (truetype)"="segoeuib.ttf" "segoe ui bold italic (truetype

My Windows 10 Metro UI has replaced the normal start menu - Microsoft Community

windows 10 metro ui has replaced normal start menu , happy keep original start menu , not @ want metro ui main start menu. hi manta, this seems product/personalization limitation, suggest submit feedback/suggestions here. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Unable to change Lock Screen Image - Microsoft Community

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i'm unable change lock screen image. how suppose change ???  hi satyendra, you can change lock screen image via windows settings. see screenshots below steps: 1. press windows key + i open windows settings. can open clicking windows icon on bottom-left of screen , clicking gear icon. 2. select personalization . 3. click lock screen . here can select picture want set background. select picture drop-down menu , click browse select desired photo. if have other questions or you're experiencing issues in changing lock screen image, feel free post more details , let know. kind regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

Windows 10, after log in loads desktop for really long time - Microsoft Community

hey! i have big problem, afte log in computer hotmail loads little tome , black screen appear white cursor, desktop need towait 30+ mins, desktop , want open pc freezes , takes many mins reactor open not possible use pc @ all. safemode fine cant multiple things in it. please have lots of improtsnt stuff school , more!! :c hi, we'd know more concern, please answer following questions: is first time encountered concern? are getting error messages? any changes made on computer prior issue? in meantime, suggest follow steps below: run system file check (sfc). revert system files default state. please click link , follow instructions provided zigzag3143 (ms-mvp) . perform clean boot . placing system in clean boot state helps in identifying if third party applications or start items causing issue. once done, kindly check if still experience same issue. Windows

Windows 10 Closing All Programs in Sleep Mode - Microsoft Community

updated computer yesterday , whenever goes sleep mode, closes open programs. hybrid sleep isn't allowed that's not issue. it's annoying because whole point of me not shutting down can keep programs open. hi camille, thank update. let's try run system update readiness command. it detects incorrect manifests, cabinets or registry data, , can replace incorrect data corrected version available: select start button, , search for  command prompt . in list of results, right-click  command prompt , , select  run administrator . type following commands, , press  enter  after each command: dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth once you're done, update result. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures /

Windows Error message Mid-way of Norton Scan - Microsoft Community

mid way of norton scan windows error message appears no other programs affected wrongly supposed norton, after conferring with  norton specialist , uninstalling , reinstalling norton program error still appears? do? mega virus can post exact error message? Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

McAfee being blocked by system administrator. - Microsoft Community

mcafee not execute.  reports being blocked administrator in every instance, administrator, , home computer.  have mcafee subscription through spectrum account, , mcafee worked, must have virus (perhaps called snare, not remove system). ***post subject modified clarity moderator.*** hello jimmy, this issue windows blocking mcafee can caused few reasons. reinstalling running mcafee consumer product removal can resolve this. also, similar issue has been resolved before similar thread. suggest check arul_d 's answer post . for snare virus mentioned, best if send more details it. screen shot lot in narrowing down issue. we're looking forward response. keep posted! Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

Hey, how can I stick shortcuts to start screen? - Microsoft Community

can me? can remember easy on windows 8 how pin windows phone's start screen same windows 8. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / Phone

action center - Microsoft Community

when click on action center button on toolbar in windows 10, action center slides open , closes. what's that? hi, to this, recommend brief article action center not staying open. should need more help, feel free contact us. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

sceen saver - Microsoft Community

after installing creators update last week, screen saver can interrupted (ended) pressing ctrl-alt-del rather moving mouse or pressing key.  idea how fix this? wscsmittyto hello,   there can different reasons why encountering issue. suggest follow steps resolve concern: press windows + r open run dialogue box. type control userpasswords2 , hit enter . choose advance tab , uncheck require user press ctrl + alt + delete option.   should need further assistance, feel free reply on thread. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

SETX/? And XCOPY error in windows 10. - Microsoft Community

every time start computer window says select program , today decided click on 1 of them see whats causing pop click on notepad , text command line showed in notepad. , i'm wondering how can disable showing on startup. few weeks ago using command prompt format sd card way android , not sure if causing happen on start or entirely different. down below text showed in notepad. nvalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters error: invalid syntax. default option not allowed more '2' time(s). type "setx /?" usage. invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters error: invalid syntax. default option not allowed more '2' time(s). type "setx /?" usage. invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parameters invalid number of parame