@ patriceltic, I always appreciate Denis’ advice especially since he doesn’t provide only advice, but step-by-step explanations & procedures.
With that said, the tech guy should have returned...
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@ patriceltic, I always appreciate Denis’ advice especially since he doesn’t provide only advice, but step-by-step explanations & procedures.
With that said, the tech guy should have returned...
When you enter your password, click the eyelet or whatever it's called to verify the correct password is entered.
If you have only a Local Account, that means you do not have any Administrator...
I’ve done this only once but see if this helps.
In Windows 10 Ease of access, you can adjust the display to make text bigger, make everything bigger, change the brightness of your built-in display...
I just serviced a Gateway SX2110G desktop for a friend. Version 21H2 19044 1889. It just needed a decent tune-up.
Usually, I recommend creating a system image backup but as usual so many times, the...
Faulcron post #1
"I would really appreciate it, since my pc is practically unusable for the time being." indicates you have a desktop, not a laptop.
Is that the case?
Have you tried the "...
See if any of the locks up sections are helpful
Computer Restarts or Shuts Down Intermittently, Locks Up, Stops Responding or an Error Occurs....
Post #19. "I bought it from a Marketplace seller, not from Dell."
Find out if the Dell XPS desktop PC that's running Windows 10 is permanently activated.
Run slmgr -xpr.
Since Marketplace seller...
The laptop is only about 5 years old.
I would replace the CMOS battery with a new one.
A few years ago, a friend's laptop wouldn't power on.
I don't have the tools like I use to have but when...
Post #11 "the power jack was ripped out"
Does that mean that the new power jack isn't able to connect solidly?
Maybe there will be helpful information here
HP Pavilion Notebook - 17-g140nr (Touch) (ENERGY STAR)...
What app does this come from
I am on Version 21H2 (OS Build 19044.1706) which was successfully installed on 5/11/2022
Now in Type here to search it includes
366723
I like it and see what it...
Post #5 "Ok. Just pressing enter worked. Didn’t need a password.
I get the command prompt. It begins with: x\windows\system32"
After x\windows\system32, copy or type bcdedit | find “osdevice”
It's been a while since I've done what is being recommended but FreeBooter will correct me if I'm wrong.
If C or D isn't working use "The Bcdedit | find "osdevice" command can be used to find out...
I know I’m repeating what everyone else said as I’ve seen similar situations a few times.
Callender's post #5 includes "If you do not cancel 24/7 Technical Support before the end of the first free...
NiceAndShy post #42
My problem: "I keep reading about how hackers are always trying to come up with new ways to access people's personal data so I'm always worried."
I can relate to that...
I use Microsoft Defender and it has worked well for me for as long as I have used it. In addition, though, I have a monthly maintenance plan I do during the week before Patch Tuesday which includes...
NiceAndShy, did you have concerns about the original charger "installing some kind of monitoring device to my Windows 10 or BIOS?"
Now it seems you do for the Targus device. Why is that?
Is it...
"Do you mean I should use DISM to repair the system image I would make on an external HDD"
No. Do not have the external HDD connected.
Usually, I use step 5. To Use DISM /RestoreHealth Command....
CMArbres :thumbsup:
CMArbres, as Steve C mentioned "OK if the charger housing includes a RF means of attack like WiFi or Bluetooth then there could be a vulnerability."
--- Even though I am not an expert, I understand...
Right now, I want to be optimistic toward a successful outcome.
Create a system image backup please in case something goes awry.
--- You can clear the external HDD afterward once things are...
VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM: Can a new charger install a virus on my laptop?
This has been answered unanimously as a NO.
Consider replacing the charger based on the laptops manufacturer's...
Since you are able to "go to "Create and Format Hard Disk Partitions" to get a quick look at her hard drive", how are you getting there?
--- Also "Post #3 "She really has a lot of apps she does not...
"something similar" isn't a good criteria to decide on what to buy.
Exact specifications of the charger that needs to replaced need to be known.
For example, the Targus 90W Universal Laptop...
In post #20, you mentioned switching from CCleaner to BleachBit to Glary Utilities.
Enough said please.