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Fix Windows Update High CPU Usage with These Tools

If your computer slows down and the CPU usage spikes after starting Windows Update, you're not al...

Fix Windows Defender Service Not Starting Error

If you see an error that Windows Defender won't start—or the service stops immediately—it's usual...

How to Fix Outlook Authentication Failed Error

You open Outlook, try to send or receive email, and get an authentication failed error. The progr...

How to Fix Windows Update Error 0x80073712 with a Clean Boot

Windows Update error 0x80073712 usually appears when a system file required for the update is mis...

Fix PowerShell Network Error When Connecting to Remote Server

You try to run a PowerShell command against a remote server and get an error like Connectin...

Fix 'Port Already in Use' Error with Windows Defender Firewall
You try to start a local service or application, and it fails with an error like 'port already in...


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