One of the problems encountered by many computer users is a message that shows kernel-power 41 (63) error. This is a confusing bit of text and searching the internet will give you mountains of information to wade through. Fortunately, this is a fairly easy error to fix. If you are a Windows user and you experience this error code, the problem is probably with your sound card drivers. Your sound card (or sometimes called an audio card) is the hardware on your computer that allows it to play sound, and […]
How to fix ‘Internet Explorer has stopped working’ error message in IE 10
| By Davide De Vellis |
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One of the most common complaints among Internet Explorer version 10 users is its continual crashing. One minute you will be happily browsing the Internet, and the next you will receive a message stating, “Internet Explorer has stopped working and needs to close.” If this scenario sounds all too familiar, here are some tips and tricks that may just help you solve this problem. The number one reason Internet Explorer (IE) encounters problems is the introduction of Add-ons, Toolbars, Extensions, Junkware, and Spyware. Sometimes these programs can be reset or […]
How to factory reset your computer
| By Davide De Vellis |
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Learning how to factory reset your computer can help you keep your PC running like new. This process will erase whatever existing data and programs you have installed on your hard drive and reinstall Windows to reset your PC to the state it was in when you first opened the box (and sometimes even better since it won’t include all the unwanted programs – crapware – that can come with most new PCs). Some people choose to reset their PC on a regular basis to keep it running at tip […]
How to fix the 0x000000d1 Blue Screen of Death
| By Davide De Vellis |
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What is the 0x000000d1 error? The 0x000000d1 blue screen of death error can be incredibly intimidating when first viewed, but it’s actually a deceptively simple error to fix. A 0x000000d1 error occurs when one of the drivers you have installed on your computer has become corrupted or is behaving in an unstable way. To fix this problem you can roll back your drivers, update your drivers or restore your system to the last known good configuration. If you have recently installed new drivers or new plug-and-play software, it’s very likely […]
How to create a secure password you can remember
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Creating a secure password is hard, let alone creating a bunch of them. We show you how in this fun video.
How to solve the (0xc000007b) Unable to Start Error
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Are you getting the (0xc000007b) Unable to Start Error? Don’t worry this can be fixed without too much trouble. This article shows you how.
Windows Defender Failed to Initialize 0x800106ba?
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Have you been seeing an error message “Failed to Initialize 0x800106ba?” You are not the only one! It is not too difficult to fix, just follow our steps listed.
Announcing Start Menu Reviver Version 1.0.0.1816!
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Today we announce the latest version of Start Menu Reviver, version 1.0.0.1816. Check out the details of this release here.
How do I create a full Windows installation disc or thumbdrive?
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At some point, you may find yourself needing the installation disc of the Operating System of your Windows computer. If you don’t have it stored somewhere, the easiest way of getting an installation disc is to order it directly from Microsoft, your PC manufacturer, or any other retailer (or e-tailer) selling OS’s, as they will conveniently ship the disc(s) to you. However, this does not mean that you cannot make it yourself. It’s pretty easy really, all you need to so is download the ISO file (an ISO file is […]
Laptop screen turning black? A driver update may be the solution!
| By Davide De Vellis |
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Does your screen occasionally turn black? Does the computer then restart on its own? A screen that blacks out and then restarts could be caused by any number of reasons, fortunately one of the most common resolutions is as simple as updating a driver. DRIVER UPDATE The simplest cause, and solution, to a malfunctioning display is related to your computers graphics (also known as video) driver. A graphics driver is a piece of software that allows a computer’s operating system to communicate with the computer’s graphics system. The driver is […]
Fixing Problems with the Windows Search Indexer
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Sometimes the Windows Search Indexer crashes, causing search slowdowns and errors. Here’s how to troubleshoot it.
Recovering a File that’s been Deleted Permanently
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All is not lost if you’ve deleted a file permanently. Here are steps you can take to recover your lost document or media file.
Why 32-Bit Windows Steals Your Memory
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The 32-bit edition of some versions of Windows can cause serious RAM limitations. Find out why that is.
Free Memory and Available Memory in your Windows PC
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Free memory and available memory sound like the same thing, but Windows defines them differently. Find out more about your RAM here.
Windows 8.1 and the latest version of Start Menu Reviver
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Celebrating the release of Windows 8.1 we are releasing a brand new version of Start Menu Reviver! Check out all of the details here.
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