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Fix Windows Search Permission Denied Error

When you search for files or apps in Windows and get a 'permission denied' error, it usually mean...

How to Fix Windows Update Service Unavailable Error

If you see 'Windows Update service unavailable' when trying to check for updates, the Windows Upd...

How to Disable Command Prompt High CPU Usage from Startup Services

If you notice that Command Prompt (cmd.exe) is consuming a lot of CPU right after boot, it's ofte...

Windows Security for Ubuntu Installation Checklist

Before You Install Ubuntu

If you're dual-booting Windows and Ubuntu, or replacing Windows...

Chrome Profile File Locked Not Syncing: How to Fix

You see a message that your Chrome profile is locked or syncing has stopped. This usually means a...

BitLocker Command Not Found: Setup Guide for IT Admins

When you type manage-bde or repair-bde and get "command not found" on W...