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Fix 'Windows Security App Not Installed' on Windows 10

You open the Start menu, search for Windows Security, and nothing shows up. Or you see a message ...

Fix Windows Activation Version Mismatch After Upgrade

After upgrading Windows—whether from Home to Pro or from an older build to a newer one—you might ...

Fix Windows Defender Access Denied Registry Error

When you try to modify certain registry keys related to Windows Defender, you may see an 'Access ...

How to Fix BitLocker SSL Certificate Error

Symptoms

When you try to unlock a BitLocker-protected drive or enable BitLocker, you may ...

Fix Windows Search 404 Not Found Error via Registry

If Windows Search returns a '404 Not Found' error when you try to open the search pane or run a q...

Windows Security Scan Stuck at 99%: Practical Fixes

You run a Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) scan, it reaches 99%, and then… nothing. I...