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In some cases, you can reverse or repair file corruption, but that’s not always possible. It’s better to understand why corruption can happen and how you might be able to safeguard against it. What Does It Mean for Files to be Corrupted? A “file” is a collection of related data that should be read as a unit, written in a specific file format. For example, all the data in a Microsoft Office Word file is related to the Word document you created and stored in the ....

One of the more unusual processes that you’ll see in Windows 10 is the lockapp.exe process. This isn’t just any old executable file, as lockapp.exe is responsible for drawing part of the lock screen (the screen you’ll see before you sign in). If you’re curious to learn more about this system process, here’s what you’ll need to know. What Is lockapp.exe and Is It Safe? When you first load your Windows 10 PC, you won’t immediately see a sign in prompt—you’ll see a background, a clock, and the date, as well as any other status items you’ve added, including your network connectivity and battery levels....

Any Windows PC has a bunch of processes running quietly in the background. Most of these processes fulfill critical roles in the operating system and use minimal resources. And some, like MoUsoCoreWorker.exe, are official processes that are part of Windows. What Is MoUsoCoreWorker.exe? MoUsoCoreWorker.exe is a certified Windows process. A core part of the Windows Update service, the “Uso” part of its name stands for Update Session Orchestrator. Like most Windows services, it resides in C:\Windows\System32....

In this guide, we’ll explain what mrt.exe means and what it does. Likewise, you’ll learn how to determine if you have a safe copy of the file on your PC. What Is mrt.exe? mrt.exe is the executable file for the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. You’ll find this file on every computer running the Windows operating system. Microsoft designed the Malicious Software Removal Tool to occasionally scan your computer for popular malware, viruses, and worms....

However, many users who upgraded to Windows 7 were surprised that the Sidebar was not a part of the Aero Desktop. Learn what happened to the Sidebar in Windows 7 and how to use your gadgets in Windows 7 without it. The Windows Vista Sidebar Introduced in Windows Vista, the Sidebar was a place where another new feature of the new operating system resided. Gadgets are small programs created from XML, HTML, and image files that you can place on the Sidebar in Windows Vista....

So that’s not a problem most of the time, unless you need to delete certain system files and folders. You’ll end up getting a message like: or something like: Thanks Windows! So in order to delete a file or folder that is owned by TrustedInstaller, you have to first take ownership of the files or folders and then grant yourself full control permissions and rights! You have to do all of that just to be able to rename, delete, or edit these files and folders....

A game crash with exit code 1 can also be caused by things like outdated video drivers or mod conflicts, or even an incorrect launcher path. So here are all the methods of fixing these issues in Minecraft Java Edition. Fix 1: Reinstall Java As the error code 1 primarily pertains to a Java configuration issue, that is the first thing to fix. Many guides will tell you to modify the Java executable path, though we recommend simply reinstalling Java completely....

Anyone who has a subscription to Office 365, whether it’s a personal subscription or an enterprise subscription via your employer, has access to the Microsoft Planner. Microsoft Planner Tutorial Microsoft Planner has multiple front doors. Begin by signing into your Office 365 account. You can do that at any of Office 365’s many points of entry including: office.comadmin.microsoft.comoutlook.com If you’re already signed into another area of Microsoft Office, you can find the link to the Microsoft Planner app by selecting the app launcher icon in the upper-left corner and choosing Planner....

If you can’t use the Fire TV app, the troubleshooting advice in this tutorial should fix the issue. 1. Check Your Internet Connection Status The Fire TV app works only when your Fire TV streaming device and smartphone are on the same Wi-Fi network. Open your Fire TV Settings menu, select Network, and verify that you’re connected to the same network as your phone. Press the Play/Pause button on the Wi-Fi network to check its connection status....

Given the diverse nature of the causative factors, you may have to try multiple troubleshooting steps to fix the problem. This tutorial covers possible ways to stabilize a crashing app on Android devices. 1. Force Stop the App An Android app might keep stopping if it cannot complete a task or operation. Most times, force-stopping and reopening the app can set things back in order. Reopen the app and check if it runs without crashing....

Everyone knows how to copy and paste content, but not everyone knows what to do if (or when) these commands don’t yield the desired results. In this guide, we’ll show you seven troubleshooting solutions to try when copy and paste are not working on your Windows 10 computer. If your computer is unresponsive to the “Ctrl + C” or “Ctrl + V” keyboard shortcuts, check that the keyboard is working correctly....

Anyway, after playing around with all kinds of stuff, I managed to get my touchpad and cursor under control and working normally again. A few friends told me they had similar problems, but had to resort to other solutions to fix the problem. In this article, I’ll try to list out all the different methods you can try to fix it. Method 1 – Update Driver for Touchpad If you’re using a touchpad on a laptop and you’re having this problem, the first thing you want to try is to download the latest driver for the touchpad from the manufacturer’s website....

There are actually 6 different versions of Windows 7, but we’ll only worry about 3 because the rest are not really available for consumers to buy. There is Windows 7 Starter, which is usually on netbooks. Windows 7 Home Basic is available in emerging markets and not here in the US. And Windows 7 Enterprise is sold through volume licensing to companies and institutions. In this post, I’ll talk about the differences between Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate....

A few of the most common reasons for this include: Your Chromecast is not connected to the same WiFi network as the device you’re casting from.The power cable on your Chromecast isn’t working.The Chromecast isn’t plugged into the TV HDMI port properly.Firmware on your Chromecast is out of date.Your home Wi-Fi or internet connection isn’t working. Any of these issues will interfere with your ability to cast to your Chromecast....

What was strange was that it was only occurring for one particular user account in Active Directory and not other accounts. When I tried a different account, I was able to log onto the server. You may also receive this error message in other situations, such as when you type the UNC path to a share in Windows Explorer. If you are getting the Logon Failure message, here are a few things you can try to solve the problem....

In this article, we will cover how to fix the most common issues when Roblox is not working. Connection Problems The most common causes of connection problems with Roblox are: Inconsistent connection Low-bandwidth internet Firewall interference Roblox servers are down The game is empty or poorly coded You’ve been banned from the server or it’s a private server These issues may produce various error messages including most commonly “Could Not Connect” and “ID Failure 14”....

If your Xbox controller keeps disconnecting, try one of the following fixes. The last thing you need is your connection dropping in the middle of an intense multiplayer game. 1. Move Closer to the Console Is it possible you’re sitting too far from your console? The recommended maximum range of wireless controllers is 19 feet or roughly six meters. Most people will stay well within that distance, but if you’re sitting far away from the Xbox (like playing on a projector), it might cause trouble with your connection....

If you’re exploring your Chromebook, you should investigate Chromebook Developer Mode, which unlocks the capabilities of your device. What Is Chromebook Developer Mode? In a nutshell, Chromebook Developer Mode is a similar process to rooting your Android device or jailbreaking your iOS device. Developer Mode enables you to run commands, install different software or operating systems, and customize your Chromebook. However, like rooting or jailbreaking, switching Chromebook Developer Mode on can create a security risk....

Before Windows 7, it was very complicated to take screenshots of the entire screen or even of specific regions of the screen. In Windows 10, things are a lot easier and there are quite a few ways to get the perfect screenshot without much work. In this article, I’ll go through all the different methods. I’ll also talk at the bottom briefly on the best way to capture screenshots of the Windows boot screen....

The first method involves using Chrome Remote Desktop to access and use iMessage on a Mac via your Windows PC. The second method requires using the Dell Mobile Connect app, but it requires a Dell PC and an iPhone. How to Use iMessage on Windows 10/11 With Chrome Remote Desktop Chrome Remote Desktop is a browser extension for Google Chrome that allows you to access your Mac remotely from your PC....