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how to correct IP location so my server in located in USA not in Amsterdam

my cpu ip is 192.168.50.180, the router at home in Nevada, US; my broadcasted location is IP 195.181.172.242 via servers in Amsterdam, Holland. In setting my ipc6 local address shows my DNS with Unencrypted codes, 2620:fe::254; with ipv4 add, gateway,…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Internet and connectivity
asked 2026-05-16T22:14:28.8133333+00:00
Susanne and Wayne Horvath-Evert 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:33:00.04+00:00
Craig Long 17,910 Reputation points
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How to fix "Dump file creation failed due to error during dump creation. BugCheckProgress was: 0x00040049"

I have been dealing with random system crashes during gaming specifically Final Fantasy XIV. The Game will freeze or minimize. I have tried a lot of different things. I post earlier and it got deleted. Here is what a break down of what I have…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-05-16T21:10:41.6133333+00:00
Tom 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T23:31:04.06+00:00
Tom 0 Reputation points
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Clipboard History - WIN+V - suddenly not working

Using Windows 11 and suddenly my Clipboard History - WIN+V - is not working. Regular Clipboard - CTRL+C to copy, CTRL+X to cut, CTRL+V to paste - all working perfectly. But when I CTRL+C copy something to the Clipboard, pressing WIN+V for the Clipboard…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-05-16T21:47:41.4866667+00:00
Carl Baldasso 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:30:51.4333333+00:00
Manoel Barros 18,920 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Error code 0x80070035, "The network path was not found"

Have 2 computers with Window Pro, a laptop and a desktop. The laptop locked up and wanted a bitlocker number which I could not find so had new windows Pro put on. Now I cannot network them as the error message comes up from both sides. Error code…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Internet and connectivity
asked 2026-05-16T23:29:22.9566667+00:00
Hamilton 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:29:44.6733333+00:00
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Why did I receive a single use code that I did not request

Why did I receive a single use code that I did not request?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-16T22:53:22.2266667+00:00
Laurie Werner 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:27:00.9733333+00:00
Estrella721 37,715 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Constantly get Security HealthSystray - Bad Image and Bluetooth for AirPods not working

I tried reinstalling with cmd but can’t find the specific version, i tried SFC/ scannow, i tried restorehealth, i tried using recovery in settings and reset in system components in settings, nothing works. As for Bluetooth, every time i connect there is…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-05-16T23:18:12.2233333+00:00
WhiteCat199 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:18:38.4866667+00:00
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My xbox app was signed into the wrong account when I bought FH6

The account I bought it on was banned I don't know how it was logged into the xbox app itself when my old account is banned because of it getting hacked and i cant refund the game because my account ban it cant load the page

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Gaming
asked 2026-05-16T23:16:06.5133333+00:00
Натан Джеффрис 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:16:23.52+00:00
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How to get a windows 11 ISO onto a computer with no internet connection

The DNS Client service is stuck on my new PC, outputs here https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/5893071/wlan-autoconfig-error-1068 I can't flush the DNS. The HOSTS file is good. I'm trying to do a repair installation but obviously can't…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
asked 2026-05-16T22:23:05.8866667+00:00
MP 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:15:40.4733333+00:00
Marcin Policht 89,490 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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inverted colors on videos monitor

i have 2 monitors on my secondary one videos play fine but when i drag it to my main monitor the colors get inverted. When i restart my computer it can play normally but eventually gets inverted again.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Display and graphics
asked 2026-05-16T23:14:45.0933333+00:00
Ian Huynh 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T23:14:58.18+00:00
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logging onto my HP omni 5 laptop whilst security pending

Can I log onto my new lap top when security pending, unfortunately i am unable to wait 30 days as I have an number of critical documents that i need access too.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-16T22:26:43.3566667+00:00
Graham Gibbs 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T23:07:01.6266667+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 69,380 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Windows keeps waking my external NA USB drive

Hi all, I’m trying to troubleshoot an external drive that keeps waking from sleep. Setup: Drive: 3.5" WD Red NAS drive Enclosure: Sabrent 3.5" USB enclosure with dedicated power supply OS: Windows 11 PRO 25H2 OS Build: 26200.8457 Drive…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2026-05-15T15:29:01.0066667+00:00
WHYAHWHYA 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-05-16T23:04:41.0233333+00:00
Craig Long 17,910 Reputation points
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using a script in order to activate Microsoft subscription

Hi, iv'e got this script from a friend. -link removed- in order to activate microsoft products freely. He told me microsoft is "Okay with that", so I felt i must ask before using it: is it okay, is there any official response from…

Windows for home | Other | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-05-16T21:33:22.3266667+00:00
Dvir 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T23:03:05.2633333+00:00
Estrella721 37,715 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How to fix no windows security

Im having issues with this pc with windows 11 After I reseted the pc Theres no windows security, it shows a blank screen when I open it, and it's not anywhere on my pc even in regedit, and services.msc theres windows defender firewall, and windows and…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-16T03:52:15.49+00:00
hyonyro10 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-05-16T22:59:39.2433333+00:00
Airbus A350 7,355 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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My PC has disappeared from "My Devices" in Microsoft account

My PC has disappeared from "My Devices" in Microsoft account

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
asked 2026-01-31T05:36:39.8866667+00:00
Juan Pichon 10 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T22:59:10.8866667+00:00
Korin Baran 0 Reputation points
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"SecurityHealthSSO.dll" contains an error

I reveived this popup message when I login. \?\C:\Windows\System32\Security Health 10.0.29554.1001-0\Security HealthSSO.dll is either not designed to run on Windows or it contains an error. Try installing the program again using the original installation…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-04-25T17:33:17.1066667+00:00
Karyl Felipa 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T22:57:56.2766667+00:00
WhiteCat199 0 Reputation points
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Limited Power Option Choices in Windows 11

In 3 of our computers, in power options the "Change settings that are currently unavailable" choice in power options to disable fast start-up does not appear. It was there but did some update decide to make another problem?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Sleep and Power on, off
asked 2026-05-15T22:02:24.14+00:00
28gauge 45 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T22:54:20.93+00:00
John DeV 163.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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no sound device found

I have a HP Envy Laptop 17 CH1-xxx. The internal sound device no longer found. Windows troubleshooting do not fix. Any suggestions

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
asked 2026-05-16T22:09:02.4766667+00:00
Milton Richardson 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T22:53:00.35+00:00
John DeV 163.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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In Windows 11 file searches, the 'NOT' operator does not work anymore like I was used to. (The 'AND' operator seems fine).

At tax time, I am used to searching for my outstanding tax files as follows: "file:tax" (as I add 'tax' to relevant filenames throughout the year). Then, as I finish them one by one, I simply add "done" into each filename. By then…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
asked 2025-07-21T07:23:34.8933333+00:00
Elardus Mare 25 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T22:49:25.8866667+00:00
John O'Meara 5 Reputation points
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File a complaint / Speak to a person over the phone

Good afternoon Microsoft, You failed me with your secondary security authorization system. I was unable to access my account due to your system not sending me a code via text. I know you have the right phone number because when I had to change that…

Windows for home | Other | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-05-07T20:08:14.2166667+00:00
Gwen Johansen 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-16T22:48:12.9+00:00
Airbus A350 7,355 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Windows search DOA after installing update KB5089549

Having the same issue as others after installing 2026-05 Security Update (KB5089549) (26100.8457.) Ran all the suggested fixes and still nothing. Search box opens, but empty. If I remove KB5089549, all is good again. Tried all the option here:…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
asked 2026-05-14T03:44:10.5266667+00:00
Tommiet57 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-16T22:47:44.68+00:00
Tommiet57 0 Reputation points