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How to Restore Windows Security Missing from Start Menu

If Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) has disappeared from your Start Menu, it usually ...

Fix VMware VM Network Connectivity After Reboot

After rebooting a VMware virtual machine, you may find that it no longer has network connectivity...

How to Fix BitLocker 'Command Not Found' or 'Permission Denied'

When you run a BitLocker command in PowerShell or Command Prompt and see 'bitlocker' is not...

How to Fix Windows Store Error 0x80073cf9
If you see error 0x80073cf9 when trying to install or update an app from the Windows Store, it us...

How to Enable Windows Defender When It Keeps Crashing
If Windows Defender keeps crashing or won't stay enabled, you're not alone. This usually happens ...

Fix Command Prompt Version Mismatch Error Code
When you see a "version mismatch" error in Command Prompt, it usually means the command you're tr...


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