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VPN Shared key

I'm trying to set up my computer so my wife can dial in to work like so many are force to do. I setup the built in VPN client for Win 10 and we can't connect, their IT guy isn't much help but I think it has something to do with the shared key option.…

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I keep getting below error.

Error Details: "The VMware Workstation Server service terminated unexpectedly. It has done this 2 time(s). The following corrective action will be taken in 60000 milliseconds: Restart the service." Event ID: 7031 I have installed VMware…

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Microsoft 365 PIN number

Hi, My wife is trying to set up her new computer and activate Office. It is asking for a PIN number. I do not have any record of ever setting up a PIN number. How do we get past this so she can successfully set up Office? Thank you in advance, Greg…

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I've paid for Microsoft office 365 but there was no activation key received

Hi I've paid for Microsoft office 365 but there was no activation key received, what is the further step I do need to activate my windows? Thanks [Moderator note: moved to the Windows section of the Microsoft Community]

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Windows 10 consuming all available RAM

Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.18363.720] after startup, even with no apps running, memory usage goes from 36% to consuming all RAM within about 30-60 minutes.

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Anonymous

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Icon staying pinned to taskbar

I pin messenger icon to my taskbar - it stays for a couple of hours then disappears. How do I get it to stay? I have clicked pin to taskbar and it stays then goes. I want it to stay

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How do i clear my virtual memory

Hello, I am trying to clear some storage on my laptop so that I could update it. And I was just wondering if its possible to clear the virtual memory... Windows says I only need 2.28 more gigs of storage. does anyone know how to clear the virtual memory…

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Is it important to partition my hard drive for Windows 10 Pro?

I installed Windows 10 on a new SSD and missed the option "unallocated space on disk 0". Is it really necessary to partition SSD? Thanks

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How To Use Earphone as Both Input and Output of Audio in Windows 10?

Hi, I recently just got myself an earphone and would like to think how I could use it to its fullest potential This earphone I got has a 3.5 mm jack plug, and it has mic on the cable too, I was wondering how I could activate the mic and the speaker at…

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Anonymous

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Screen brightness

My Windows brightness is set on high, but is very dim. Laptop is plugged in and fully charged.

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Anonymous

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WindowsApps folder ownership

If you change ownership on the WindowsApps folder, how do you change it back to the original owner?

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Anonymous

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ASUS Keyboard not working properly in Windows 10

I had a keyboard gone crazy, mixing the letters and some not working. Windows said the latest driver was already installed I went to devices and uninstalled the problematic keyboard. Then disconnected the keyboard (is a detachable laptop) and…

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Event Id 7 - The device, \Device\Harddisk0\DR0, has a bad block - this was asked BUT solution does NOT work and thread IS LOCKED

The solution posted for this error has been posted. The number indicating that many people are experiencing this. And PRIOR to the thread being locked, SEVERAL people had posted that thie solution posted does NOT work. Please reopen this thread or start…

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Old Games will not run on DirectX 12

Specifically, old Command and Conquer Games.. Red Alert 2, Command and Conquer Generals.

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Anonymous

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How to scan for malware using McAfee through AMSI

We are attempting to determine whether an uploaded file (Excel in this case, but could be anything) contains malware. The solution is developed in C#. To determine whether AMSI is available I am calling the following (only pertinent bits shown): const…

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Anonymous

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External monitor detected but no signal

I have a Lenovo Yoga 910 laptop. I connected an external monitor via USB-C->HDMI adapter but can't duplicate or extend to it. When I switch to duplicate, extend, or second display, the setting goes back to PC screen only. The monitor, adapter and HDMI…

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Anonymous

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Mp3 files tag is not showing in windows explorer

hi. I use win 10 N and windows don"t show mp3 tag in windows explorer. I download this file: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=53356 x (x) but I receive error : The update in not applicable to your computer. How I can…

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Anonymous

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Imminent Failure

My computer is showing a SMART failure warning when I first turn it on. It says press F1 to continue. I press F1 and nothing happens. How do I resolve this issue?

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Automatic Repair Loop- I've tried everything

Hello. At this point, I don't know what else to do. I'm really close to throw my pc out of the window.. Due to the coronavirus , we're now all working from home. I have really really really important things to take care of and my computer decided to…

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Accidentally deleted all Microsoft Battery drivers and now my laptop wont turn on.

As the title says, I accidentally deleted all the microsoft battery drivers. dumb move, i know. i was just trying to solve a "charger plugged in but battery not charging" problem by following some random online tutorial. unfortunately, after…

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VPN Shared key

I keep getting below error.

Microsoft 365 PIN number

I've paid for Microsoft office 365 but there was no activation key received

Windows 10 consuming all available RAM

Icon staying pinned to taskbar

How do i clear my virtual memory

Is it important to partition my hard drive for Windows 10 Pro?

How To Use Earphone as Both Input and Output of Audio in Windows 10?

Screen brightness

WindowsApps folder ownership

ASUS Keyboard not working properly in Windows 10

Event Id 7 - The device, \Device\Harddisk0\DR0, has a bad block - this was asked BUT solution does NOT work and thread IS LOCKED

Old Games will not run on DirectX 12

How to scan for malware using McAfee through AMSI

External monitor detected but no signal

Mp3 files tag is not showing in windows explorer

Imminent Failure

Automatic Repair Loop- I've tried everything

Accidentally deleted all Microsoft Battery drivers and now my laptop wont turn on.