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update componet issue
trying to troubleshoot a cause for a update issue (kb 5070773 gets error 0x800f0983) only issue im finding is with resetting the componet part i get the following took out my user name but rest is what happens when i try to rename the 2 folders to .old i…
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“I submitted Request #7089280813. No callback. No live agent. I’m stuck in a PIN loop on a new Windows 11 PC. I’ve exhausted all documented fixes. I need a human to help me. This experience has been unacceptable.”
Windows 11 PIN loop—Request #7089280813 ignored, no live support, urgent fix needed I submitted Request #7089280813. No callback. No live agent. I’m stuck in a PIN loop on a brand-new Windows 11 PC. I’ve exhausted all documented fixes. I need a human to…
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I can not get any sound from my audio device.
I do not get any sound from my audio device. I used to have sound coming out of the speakers but I must have clicked a wrong keyboard button accidentally. I can't remember which one I clicked. When I go to System/Sound/All Sound Devices/Properties, I…
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asked 2025-10-26T00:34:33.09+00:00
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Gilles Bachet
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answered 2025-10-26T01:09:52.25+00:00
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John DeV
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Dark Mode keeps on turning back on despite changing the Personalisation setting
I have been going in circles trying to disable dark mode (which I don't want - ever). I has changed so that it seems to start in the evening and whatever I do (Personalisation change to Light Mode) it keeps reverting which I don't want and didn't ask…
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8,564 questions
asked 2025-10-25T19:16:15.1+00:00
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Riccky Burstow
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answered 2025-10-25T20:02:46.62+00:00
Rez
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Settings app opens for a second and crashes. Any tips?
Hi. Whenever I opened the settings app to download a new windows update the app crashes after 1 second of opening it. Please help
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-25T18:26:25.5266667+00:00
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Jaskaran Gill
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answered 2025-10-25T19:14:56.63+00:00
Rez
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My windows 11 background wallpaper is automatically changing to default one no mater how many times I change it to what I want
My windows 11 background wallpaper is automatically changing to default one no mater how many times I change it to what I want. All of my syncing is off, the windows backup remember my preferences is off - its as dumb as i can make it, yet, everytime I…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
8,564 questions
asked 2025-07-15T12:58:24.2366667+00:00
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Michal Botha
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commented 2025-10-25T18:41:45.39+00:00
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Pipsfc
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"task view" and tablet-like detection problem
When I click anywhere on the desktop or taskbar, the "task view" window pops up. Windows, which I've been using for years without changing any of its settings, has become completely broken. It's become unnecessarily difficult. I need your help…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
8,564 questions
asked 2025-10-25T17:37:12.83+00:00
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mete karakurt
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answered 2025-10-25T18:27:34.5066667+00:00
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AnjolaOluwa Odusina
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I'm trying to get the sound working on our monitor but nothing I do is working.
I have tried as much as I could to figure out why no sound is being emitted from our monitor. I've tried messing with the general settings of the computer, the more in-depth settings from the control panel and successfully hooked up a pair of older…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-25T00:29:29.4966667+00:00
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Darin Pasillas
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commented 2025-10-25T17:23:01.64+00:00
EmilyS726
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Help setting up a new windows 11 desktop pc .
I'm setting up a new windows 11 desktop pc . Do I need a Microsoft e mail account for set up ? Why can't I use my own g mail account ? I do have a Microsoft account, but not a Microsoft e mail
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-25T15:57:26.9233333+00:00
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redjim
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edited an answer 2025-10-25T17:05:03.66+00:00
aReply4u0084
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How to fix This site cannot be reached on my windows 11 pc
How do I fix the error "This site can't be reached" when going to random websites in Google Chrome, Windows 11
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-07-28T16:36:29.63+00:00
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Annette Neff
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commented 2025-10-25T06:13:35.2133333+00:00
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peter davis
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Can you please recommend how to stop HP laptops from charging on reaching, say, 80%?
Tried to turn on Smart Charging for 2 HP laptops . . . my 17” cp0013dx and my wife’s 15.5” dy1004la, which are both running Windows 11 25H2. After Googling I tried both: (i) Using the HP Support Assistant application: but the battery section,…
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Mouse scrolls multiple lines despite changing settings
Mouse still scrolls 3 lines at a time despite changing the setting. (It changes to doing 1 briefly but then goes back). I've seen others have the same issue, but wasn't able to comment on their QA
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-24T21:31:41.3966667+00:00
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Alberto Miller
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answered 2025-10-24T23:10:45.94+00:00
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Kimberly Olaño
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display settings not loading
my display settings wont load when i click on them, this is the only settings tab that has this problem
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
8,564 questions
asked 2025-08-06T04:49:33.2533333+00:00
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Cody SS
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commented 2025-10-24T18:39:40.3+00:00
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Lars-Erik Østerud
25
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How do I connect remotely with non-work account?
I upgraded my home computer to Windows Pro which is a requirement for remote connection. Remote Desktop Connection has been retired, now Windows App is telling me I need a WORK Microsoft account. How do I connect with a Local account?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-19T13:04:07.6466667+00:00
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Jeff Hoerr
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commented 2025-10-24T15:27:17.4766667+00:00
Jeff Hoerr
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Bluetooth cannot connect after updating to latest Bluetooth driver
Could not connect A50 wireless headphones last night after it worked in the morning before going to work. Uninstalled an old Bluetooth driver and installed the latest one this morning and still cannot connect. I have Bluetooth Support Service set to…
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How to view some pinned apps in start menu to view it in all apps?
I created a "System Restore" shortcut to my desktop and pinned it to the start menu. I can see it under "pinned apps" but it does not appear under the "all apps" view. Also, W11 does not allow me to drag it from the…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-23T19:15:00.5233333+00:00
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Dan McDermott
125
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accepted 2025-10-24T13:21:34.2466667+00:00
Dan McDermott
125
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How to disable security feature from microsoft office...
Hello, I'm the administrator for our entire organization, we pay for a license for Microsoft Office for everyone to use in our organization. However, I have found I'm not even able to use this, because when I activate office on my home PC, it takes over…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-23T23:17:43.5566667+00:00
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Richard Lyle
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edited the question 2025-10-24T15:55:23.9766667+00:00
Mike Bowen
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how do i get out of S mode?
I brought a Asus E510 pc. And i think its in S mode. How do i get the pc out of S mode?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-24T07:06:52.8533333+00:00
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Gregory Nicholson
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answered 2025-10-24T07:20:50.1866667+00:00
Craig Long
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How to disable Shift+Tab from hiding taskbar?
Where's the setting to disable Shift+Tab from hiding/showing my taskbar?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
8,564 questions
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How to set Default Location - Windows 11 no longer supports Map app.
How can I set the Default Location in Windows 11? Published instructions tell you to go to Settings-> Privacy & Security -> Location and click Set Default to bring up Microsoft Maps, where you can select a default location. HOWEVER, MS Maps is…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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asked 2025-10-24T14:17:05.0333333+00:00
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Paul Kelly
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answered 2025-10-24T14:57:00.8633333+00:00
Aron
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