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did upgrade win 7 win 10 when kept getting messages telling me needed update before stop supporting win 7, , far must dislike win10.  i've had lot of problems, main being lot of times when turn on laptop, blank screen.  the laptop on , running, there light coming screen can't past screen.  at 1 point, closed screen go sleep, open screen , fine.  that doesn't work either - laptop won't go sleep.  i've tried going safe mode, messing different settings nothing has worked.  i install updates windows recommends - i'm @ loss , frustrated.  anyone have ideas on how fix blank screen logons?  is video driver issue??  i appreciate before frustrated , throw laptop out window.  :)  thanks in advance. answers post should include minimum information. 1.  device type. ie pc, laptop, tablet, surface. 2.  os type, home, pro, executive, etc 3.  current build....

whenever try open file in coreldraw, program crashes following error message: an unhandled microsoft.net framework exception occurred in coreldrw.exe [7936]. how fix this? hello, with concern raised, suggest contact software vendor since third party application issue. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

while cleaning pc using ccleaner , decided delete windows.old folder. after cleaning process finished, programs never launch when open it. restarted windows won't boot , give stop code error. here laptop specification: model : lenovo z570 cpu : intel i7-2670qm gpu : nvidia geforce gt 540m ram : 8gb os : dual boot ubuntu(main boot loader) & windows 10 and here solutions tried , none of them worked: 1- startup repair (took 30-45 min , gives error) 2- reset pc (exit @ 36% undoing changes message) 3- using command prompt chkdsk c: /r /x & sfc /scannow bootrec /fixmbr ,   bootrec /fixboot ,   bootrec /scanos ,   bootrec /rebuildbcd  and outputs: "total identified windows installation: 0" how solve problem? thanks in advance. hi mustafa, there multiple factors can consider why computer won’t boot after deleting windows.old using ccleaner. if may ask, specific...

before had issue, let me tell prior issues had pc before one. few days ago, pc began experiencing "unexpected store exception" error whenever playing game @ least hour. tried fix this: scanned viruses, uninstalled antivirus, updated drivers, ran system file checker and disk check utility on command prompt, nothing worked. kept getting same error. previously, after receiving bsod, pc restart , run normal. now, pc unusable. boots fine @ first, when login screen supposed show, met black screen. cursor doesn't appear. there no sound. can't go safe mode fix problem. i waited things out see if else happen after going black screen, nothing occurs. support page  is of absolutely no because, said, can't go past black screen anything. i need this. i've looked on internet find other solutions, can't find one. thanks! my technical specs: model: p6-2316s os: windows 10 ram: 8gb video card: evga gtx 750ti 2gb cpu: a...

whenever put desktop pc sleep mode, computer turns right on. i changed sleep function hibernate keeps waking up. i've checked & changed settings no luck, do now? hi, assist better, kindly provide more details answering following questions: when did start encountering issue? have made changes on computer prior issue? meanwhile, may run power troubleshooter following steps provided below: on start menu , type troubleshooting , hit enter . on left pane, choose view all . choose , run power troubleshooter . you may configure power options settings following steps provided in article . should need further assistance, feel free us. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

i have daughters laptop set microsoft.  well daughters friends changed password did have picture password changed regular one, , don't remember @ put .   computer says go account.live.com , sign in account used , not there.  so have computer useless.  i been trying fix problem thinking ( if can pass password page) has been no eval!   saw how safe mode windows 10, cant start key go way say.  i tried hitting f8 , not work.   please anything@!!!! hello emily, to better assist account-related concern, best suggest reach out via answer desk, can found here . let know if need else. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i user on desktop pc.  signed in administrator, not allowed access drives or change folder properties claiming need administrator.  never saw before.  using windows 10; i7 4770k cpu @3.50ghz; 32gb ram; 64 bit operating system. i've checked @ security logins/users , shows administrator. any or ideas appreciated. thanks, ken what functions unable use? what full path folder unable access? Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

when try change projection settings on pc (using windows+p) "extend", setting changes "pc screen only" it working fine 2 days ago, doesn't now. need setting stay on "extend" in order project worship songs through ezworship 6. appreciated. hello, kindly respond following questions, in order isolate issue: have done significant changes prior issue? have checked if display drivers updated? while it's have recent driver, if you're having trouble device, can try fixing by updating driver or reinstalling it. here's how: click start button, type device manager . expand 1 of the categories find name of device, right-click it, , select update driver software . graphics cards, expand display adapters category, right-click graphics card , select update driver software . if these steps don't work, try reinstalling driver: open device manager , right-click n...

want change windows 10 stat button icon. hello selu, to address inquiry, we'd confirm if referring start button icon on screenshot below. we looking forward reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

if has seen win 10 enterprise ltsb, know how clean compared win 10 home , pro.  microsoft, social apps not want wants corporate , government users.  ltsb should highlight of win 10, not deep dark secret.  question...anyone know of clean win 10 (like ltsb)? hi dan, we found similar thread concern, check tom rune berg's answer. check link more information regarding long term servicing branch. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i set 1 of own images desktop wallpaper. want delete cannot find in folder of images. original has been deleted still showing in personalisation screen. can tell me how can remove please ? many in anticipation. pick 5 new images background using settings page: ensure image goes away. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i'm having trouble logging windows 10-loaded computer. won't load safe mode , home screen not give me sign in box sign in. says it's not connected internet. can @ point restart computer or shut down. can't else load. ideas? the teenager trying 'fix' game , i'm worried deleted should not have. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** here go: turn machine on. wait until spinning circle appears. turn machine off. repeat steps 1 . . 3 2 more times. walk through menus appear until find system restore. restore windows date when worked should. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

beginning windows 10 update 16193 , continuing 16199, can no longer wake computer mouse or keyboard.  system not seem recognize either one.  in order regain control of 2 devices, must reboot desktop computer.  have been on fast track updates since program began , first time problem has occurred. both devices set wake computer. i have not found answer problem yet. thank you hi dean, this issue may caused outdated driver. in order resolve this, suggest update mouse , keyboard drivers following steps in article . let know if of regarding windows in future. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

 i set sign in local account. made , saying password wrong. after trying 10 time reset me password , i'm still saying same thing. if can tell me how fix id  appreciate it. hi chris, to better assist regard signing in local account, have screenshot of error messages if receive any. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

my computer hooked tv  computer acting duel monitor computeresume broken or can't see doing pls help windows key + p key problem while in dual monitor . tell me more happening. =)  Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

when using column filtering facility, dialog/drop down box short.  i know can expand it, everytime want filter pain in antarctic region.  why can't set expands down limit of whichever screen viewing on @ time? Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

yup, have moved linux. used microsoft, in recent years, hatred has grown. have wiped hdd in custom desktop , installed debian linux , never been happier. yes, still gaming on via steam , games in debians repositories. i wiped hdd in both laptops , installed debian, both running great. i hate microsofts ways , i'm happy i'm away them , no longer using os. i'm waiting email change go through, delete ms account. so long people. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

need activating 365 word, can start word processing. no 1 able if don't provide more detailed description of problem. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

my computer driving me nuts. it's custom built pc (only built few months ago) has had no issues other failing boot log-in screen. except doesn't consistently. happens randomly. 1 day, i'll wake up, go computer, turn on , it'll stuck on spinning circle screen hours. from i've noticed, happens after windows update. not exclusively. it has been doing couple months, started windows update , has not been happening since build of computer. the keyboard usable until spinning circles thing on screen, until then, don't know it's not booting right. windows has rerouted start recovery few times, , want avoid formatting of computer. try troubleshoot problem doesn't find any. the thing can turn off , on , off , on , hope 1 of times turn on boots correctly. did now. i appreciate can give me. i'm going insane right now. below i'll put pc's specs , latest start recovery troubleshoot log. edition: window...

i have asus rog laptop win 10 pro. i have done sensible thing , disabled windows update, not cause. the event log says reason transition "power button" event. but power button situated above keyboard, , lid lid shut, physically impossible press it. (especially when computer sitting on desk , there no people or animals in room) this leaves 2 possibilities: 1.    the hardware has fault, , randomly sending power button events os (unlikely because ever see these events when computer sleeping, not when off, nor when awake) 2.    the operating system reporting power button event when else triggered wake-up. we spend lifetime debating cause of these wake events, not real issue! the problem operating system allow wake when computer "on battery" "lid shut" on several occasions laptop has gotten hot cannot hold when have pulled out of backpack. on other occasions os has drained battery critical level, meaning can...

using windows 10, chrome , google. not understand password jungle. forget passwords, tho keep spreadsheet. end multiple passswords same account. driving me insane.  i love change windows, google, microwhsoft passwords updated in 1 file. replacing 1 there. me no have 4 different passwords 1 site. when change pw, wouldn't nice if programs open use either google or microsoft automatically puts current password in????  or @ least have option see password typed in, (i have trouble keying in characters. tired of constant frustrations. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i believe firewall blocking access family tree maker / ancestry / mackiev sync - can't see reference of these names in allowed list .... i can't see way of adding allowed list any suggestions ? might help: how add or remove allowed apps through windows firewall in windows 10 Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i trying set second monitor. when go display settings , navigate advanced display settings, click on display adapter properties , nothing. have tried setting administrator account, i've tried looking under device manager, , still cannot screen need change monitors refresh rate.  display adapter properties link in "control panel>display>advanced display settings>" doesn't or open anything. we suggest running hardware , device troubleshooter in control panel  while extended monitor connected. follow instructions below , see if helps: click start , type , click control panel . type in control panel search bar, located in upper right of window, troubleshooting . click troubleshooting in search results. on left side panel, click view all . choose hardware , devices , enter user account credentials click yes . follow on-screen instructions troubleshooter. let know results. ...

besides screen saver going belly after installation of windows 10, has affected facebook gameroom.  i've seen lot of complaints screen saver not gameroom.  am  1 problem? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi laurie, let's perform clean boot on device. clean boot performed start windows using minimal set of drivers , startup programs. helps eliminate software conflicts occur when run program. perform clean boot, please click here . get if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i have desktop , surface running win 10 version 1511, , laptop running win 10 version 1607.  3 on same domain, using same login which an office 365 "work account".  2 running version 1511 allow me sync settings using personal microsoft account @hotmail when logged in using work account.  the new laptop running 1607 says "some features allowed if using microsoft or work account." , settings greyed out when logged domain "work account".  when logged computer running version 1607 using hotmail account, settings sync charm. any way working used to? hi, to better assist concern, we'd following information: what version of office 365 using? personal or business? what make , model of laptop you're having issues syncing settings? is first time you're trying sync settings laptop? have made changes or update device before issue occurred? for initial troubleshooting, s...

following latest 'upgrade' w10 taskbar has changed how it. reset how , continued working... following power cycle taskbar has changed microsoft defaults. setting or flag set make sure doesn't change again?     hi wilf, there windows 10 settings reverts default after update. in line this, know specific settings you'd retain whenever there update in windows 10. meanwhile, may check " lock taskbars " option taskbar itself, if checked. if not, enable clicking said option after right-clicking taskbar . let know if issue persists after enabling " lock taskbars " option. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

hi all, does know how change windows 10 start menu? @ work computer, menu looks this: technically there 2 columns, account user "tile"  is on top, settings , power options in bottom. my home laptop's start menu looks this: technically there 3 columns, account user, setting, , power in bottom, , icons shown. is different layout due different windows 10 version? work computer has windows 10 enterprise , home laptop runs windows 10 home. possible change home laptop's start menu layout names of icons shown work computer, , have account user "tile" listed on top? tried many ways in customization setting, tried looking online, no luck. thanks! winnie k. your home laptop has anniversary update installed version 1607 work computer has 1511. to verify click start, type winver press enter. @ version (build) numbers. for info, start menu layout change ag...

'how open file?' several options , icons opens when boot up. how rid of it? pc asus pc m51ac series windows 10 home, version 1607 can send screenshot of issue? thanks! Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

hello , windows working fine day ago left pc hour , when came in sleep mode had problem never came sleep , had restart. have new problem when boot slow , after log account black screen cursor , ctrl+alt+delete works fine, after 1min desktop shows , start crash restart loop 20s , working except taskbar not responding . so things try :  sfc/ scannow in command line doesnt work , says - windows recourse protection not perform requested operation. dism online cleanup-image restorehealth in command line doesnt work - shows error 1009 - configuration database corrupt  trying refresh pc troubleshooter doesnt work well. event viewer shows these errors : session "readyboot" stopped due following error: 0xc0000188 the server {14286318-b6cf-49a1-81fc-d74ad94902f9} did not register dcom within required timeout. activation of app microsoft.windowscommunicationsapps_8wekyb3d8bbwe!ppleae38af2e007f4358a809ac99a64a67c1 failed error: ...

like title says, i've been getting event id 10016, causing system crash , reboot after. here's event description: the application-specific permission settings not grant local activation permission com server application clsid  {8d8f4f83-3594-4f07-8369-fc3c3cae4919}  and appid  {f72671a9-012c-4725-9d2f-2a4d32d65169}  to user nt authority\system sid (s-1-5-18) address localhost (using lrpc) running in application container unavailable sid (unavailable). security permission can modified using component services administrative tool. the crash happens sporadically, once day. twice. it's randomly timed. culprit app: interactive user i did following (which did  not work me): 1. tried giving full control administrator (me) access denied 2. clicked advanced , changed owner admin , checked box below it, access denied. 3. tried deleting registry itself; but, guessed it, access denied. 4. did fresh reinstall of window...

hey, have windows 10 desktop pc performs under normal circumstances after around 15-20 minutes of gaming, crashes giving error code of either "irql not less or equal" or "memory management", tried methods of rectifying such running ccleaner , malwarebytes check registry errors , malware , running memtest , sfc scanner. neither of them yielded results. reinstalled of hardware such ram sticks , gpu didnt have effect either. crashes happen while gaming else pc performs normally. updated drivers , bios problem still persists. happening on games? try running windows memory diagnostic. start menu > search windows memory diagnostic >  click on restart , check problems. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

hello. missing power button on logon screen. used suggested registry fix , did not work. suggestions? hi robert, if you're still experiencing issue, recommend try suggestion posted davidbaker85 in thread , see if makes difference. looking forward reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

system goes sleep sleep after few seconds of inactivity.   see many others have had same issue.  have tried typical power settings no avail.  could not reset default (window grayed out) has figured out? . ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.***   hi pam, to have better view on concern, may know following: any changes made on computer prior concern? what troubleshooting steps have tried far? you mentioned cannot restore power settings default since option grayed out, can please send screenshot seeing? note: please not include personal information. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

how removie ad?  this scam, if have anti-virus loaded run full system scan , reboot if problem persists, download free version of  malwarebytes , run scan it do not ring given number or give remote access pc, because trying . . . Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

not have never had satisfactory reply why message, more importantly have not been able use windows 10 apps [this includes cortana, edge,or apps bought  by me microsoft] since message appeared on laptop in january 2017. in spite of lengthy communication  the microsoft helpdesk. on third attempt @ getting from the microsoft helpdesk in february year, gave up, , have been managing can,  using programme  view internet , word processor. have discovered that i not administrator, cannot update administrator, , more annoyed can express here. has else had similar experience? , if did fix it? hello therese, the error message you're getting might appear if using local account , not switched microsoft account, or haven't verified microsoft account, , two-step verification enabled on account. verify, there changes made on pc prior this? troubleshooting steps you've made far? possible resolution, try...

  know how remove annoying screen savers on desk top????    how remove annoyingscreen savers desk top?????     kindly respond.    mrs. d. martin    pii removed moderator per community code of conduct hi dulcie, there no screen saver on windows 10's desktop , screen saver appears on lock screen. remove lock screen screen saver , go settings > personalization > lock screen > screen saver settings >choose none on screen saver . if annoying on desktop, kindly send screenshot we'll able it. we'll looking forward reply. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

quick launch tool bar @ bottom of screen "disappeared" during operations , cannot find recover it. "pin task bar" no longer shows programs pin. using windows 10 on desktop. hi seawell, to quick launch toolbar task bar, can follow steps below: right-click on task bar. select toolbars> new toolbar. type c:\users\（present administrator）\appdata\roaming\microsoft\internet explorer\quick launch click select folder . regarding concern pining apps task bar, let ask few questions: what happens when try pin programs task bar? getting error messages? does issue occur on apps try pin? were there changes made computer settings prior issue? try starting computer in safe mode , check if you'll able pin program there. let know how goes. thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / D...

hi,  my win10 desktop > personalize > backround setting not allow changing picture or slideshow. when select either one, reverts "solid color" option, , allows me select solid color. have checked ease of access , desktop restrictions there not applied, have renamed transcoded wallpaper file in appdata/roaming/microsoft/windows/themes _old suggested solution in 1 post. have restarted laptop no effect. suspect have hit key while laptop docked since faintly remember desktop turning black.  what have changed solid colors allowed desktop background theme?  and yes, it's business laptop official windows license.  thanks help. hi outi, for better assist you, kindly tell edition of windows 10 using. in meantime, please follow troubleshooting steps below: to check corrupted or missing system files, may run system file checker identify , troubleshoot error. you can foll...

hp stream notebook. ever since upgrade, i've found 10 except few annoying "little" problems. latest being-no curser &, windows troubleshooter not working following reason- "a problem occurred while troubleshooting package id: not known. path unknown, error code 0x80070020.    as  other problem. don't seem able download  synaptics pointing device driver x64. 1 installed x32 i,m informed, incorrect.           me out, please? thank you! hi, address concern regarding error you're getting, kindly click link and follow steps provided. other concern, may able to download synaptics pointing device driver following steps on link . keep posted result. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / ...

when on windows 7, pc's usb(s) switched off durring shutdown (i way, seems normal behave , cool), on windows 10 usb(s) stood on! bios , latest windows updates updated. i need solution please - or i'm gonna format system w7.ultimate 64 bit. i'm not gonna risk power supplier switching on/off main back-tower button, burning or however. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hello, for better assistance, we'd ask following: are using laptop or pc? if using laptop, can provide make , model of device? have tried troubleshooting resolve issue? if yes, can provide details? meanwhile, suggest running system file checker ( sfc ) , deployment image servicing , management ( dism ). repairing corrupted or missing system files. learn how, suggest checking zigzag3143's post on link . we looking forward reply. regards. Windows ...

i try add yahoo account windows 10 device kee getting error message account settings out of date. info on solving problem highly appreciated hi remedy, we need update email account settings. resolve issue, sign out account sign in again. windows 10 should automatically update account settings. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / Phone

http://windows.microsoft.com/recoverykeyfag pc id f542647b recovery key id : ********-****-****-****-************ [personal information deleted moderator. please see microsoft community asked questions more information on how can protect privacy] assuming you're referring recoverykey faq - not recoverykey **** - see... bitlocker recovery keys: asked questions [good win10] https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17133/windows-8-bitlocker-recovery-keys-frequently-asked-questions find bitlocker recovery key: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/instantanswers/566e0e4e-4ca7-4df2-88fb-aa71c00ea55e/find-my-bitlocker-recovery-key if it's surface computer, see... locating microsoft surface bitlocker recovery key http://windowsitpro.com/microsoft-surface/locating-your-microsoft-surface-bitlocker-recovery-key Windows / ...

i have changed pc password month ago have forgotten password know previous password, please if guys can me appreciated.  thanks hi sayed, to isolate concern, may know if you're using microsoft account or local user account log in on device? if you're using microsoft account, can follow steps provided on link reset password. reply status of concern. we'll happy assist you. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i lost pc. possible locate pc if offline using windows, google, or else available track missing pc? hi antoinette, locating lost pc, offline or online, not possible since not have cellular modem. pc lost has reported nearest authority on place, in order have legal assistance retrieve it. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

unable login in windows 10 microsoft account reset password. you can check malfunctioning keyboard using ease of access keyboard enter password. on computer log in screen place cursor in password entry box, click ease of access icon (third icon left bottom right corner of screen), click on screen keyboard , enter password using keyboard.   why can't sign in? https://account.live.com/password/reset   if choose select i've forgotten password (option 1 in link above) make sure email microsoft sends goes email address can access not depend on gaining access problem computer.   when can't sign in microsoft account: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/12429/microsoft-account-sign-in-cant   if not work try recover account Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy ...

i have suspected virus in laptop , tried install antivirus software defeender not able resolve issue virus did not allow install it. now after starting system going never ending loop of blinking dsktop screen. can't access system , files atleast backup. dont have windows recovery disk too. please me urgent. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi tanmoy, to better assist concern, know following: are getting error messages? did make changes computer before issue started? could post here image showing problem? what troubleshooting steps have taken fix issue aside trying install antivirus software? we forward reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i've noticed on windows pc, macbook air, , iphone, ad saying 'from around web' sponsored taboola. research taboola didn't seem pose security risk, getting second opinions. i've ran malwarebytes, adwcleaner, windows defender, , ccleaner, of claim have no adware/malware. i've read mixed reviews whether taboola adware , or malware. i'm concerned , know opinions. should concerned security? windows 10 home gateway nv79 go settings>system>apps&features taboola , uninstall it. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

whenever open windows defender, performance & health scan displays  not available as well, there no  green check-mark on device performance & health tile in defender hub. i running latest version of windows 10 (version 1703) any suggestions why it's way? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.***   https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/forum/insider_wintp-insider_security/device-performance-and-health-no-reports/ee4782f1-7b9f-4f74-8219-81d0506ca783 Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hi, when tried start laptop have got boot configuration data missing error 0xc0000185. after research in websites learned issue can resolved using usb flash drive. downloaded utility microsoft , tried boot laptop usb specified in website in microsoft community. shown windows symbol showing it was loading something, thereafter disappeared , blank screen. thought doing in background, haven't touched button , left laptop 2 hours. still seeing same black screen at last shut down power button , repeated same steps multiple time, tried different boot options. every time getting same results. can 1 let me know going on in laptop. how can make my laptop working, don't want loose data. thanks, dilip hi there, let's resolved restoring windows 10 using reset option . keep posted. Windows / Windows 10 ...

why has microsoft not approached year old question of many users of windows 10? gray or light blue test not readable many users , getting older or have issues vision. is there no 1 in united states can answer our problem? Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

have had switch new computer , has windows 10 on (which disliking much) windows 7 on old computer.  i have transferred of custom themes display, want them display on 2 monitors @ same time, same picture.  the themes microsoft , should able make happen!  please let me know how set in settings somewhere.  thank you! trying use single picture or slideshow?  when windows 8 added true multimonitor support desktop wallpaper, moved "wallpaper per monitor" model.  can have single picture show on both monitors, if you're using slideshow 1 image per monitor. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

windows 10 on computer not load. when try reboot computer shutting off , restarting little circle means windows trying load no avail. appreciated  *post moved moderator appropriate category* hi michael, in order know cause of issue, we'd following information: have made changes or applied update device prior issue? aside little circle you're seeing, there displayed error message or error code? if yes, kindly send screenshot. have tried booting safe mode? if not yet, please click here restart pc safe mode , check if same issue persist. looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

i opened microsoft account purchase apps on store. (also, can post questions on microsoft community).  now when start computer, name has been changed corresponding microsoft account e-mail address , required enter password. user of pc , don't want forced enter password every time access it. tried go on settings, accounts, sign-in options, , option given me change account password. don't want change it,  want remove , still able access microsoft account when need it. have answer this? ***subject edited clarity moderator.*** hi, using microsoft account sign in computer requires password. resolve concern, suggest create new local account on computer. kindly follow steps below: press  windows + r key and type in netplwiz  and hit enter .  when create user account, can choose between 2 types of accounts: local account pc or microsoft account. recommend using microsof...

this pops every time turn on outlook.  the account closed few weeks ago.  i keep cancelling , pops up.  i'm running windows 10.  any advice on how stop, gladly accepted. thanks much, koala3bears hmm, that's rather odd. clarify, did perform reboot before deleting profile? if didn't make difference, may proceed instructions below: open task manager , under details tab, check if can find searchprotocolhost.exe . if it's there, right-click , select open file location . usually, location in c:\\windows\system32 folder. if location takes somewhere else other system32 folder, there's possibility virus. eitherway, you'll need run system in safe mode , clean boot isolate whether issue still happening or not. if pop-up doesn't show in both modes respectively, run system scan windows defender or anti virus software you're using in safe mode. refer support articles below mo...

when turn on computer, screen saver appears , requires password enter.  want change current password, how do it. hi, changing windows password can done following steps on link reset windows password . hope helps , if have other questions, don't hesitate post back. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i set main display (my hp laptop) , second (dell) monitor extended mode. i had desktop icon showing on main display, there few showing on second monitor (and not on main display). i want them on main display , still want maintain extended arrangement. what need do? hi 1257scooter, based on information provided, suggest check display settings , see if it's hp laptop still main display. kindly follow steps below on how check main display: 1. in desktop screen, right-click on available space. 2. select display settings . 3. window pop , sure hp laptop has check mark "make main display". 4. click apply . let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC