Several readers have reported the problem, most after resetting the OS to its factory settings. With the keyboard inaccessible, you are left with pretty much nothing to do. In this guide, we list out the reasons behind the issue, the most effective fixes if Windows 11 doesn’t detect the keyboard, and the steps to enable the touch keyboard to use for the time being. Why is Windows 11 not detecting the connected keyboard?...
Likewise, you can read about how to fix the desktop unavailable for the location on this PC error. Why is a location not available in Windows 11? There are several reasons why you may encounter a location is not available error in Windows 11. Some of the most common causes include: Virus infections – Viruses on your device will exploit vulnerabilities in your system, applications, or software. It can cause your system files, folder, and hard disk to malfunction or be inaccessible....
This glitch seems to have affected almost all the games, including PUBG, Fortnite, CS Go, Overwatch, Rainbow Six Siege, H1Z1, and more. We understand how annoying this can be, especially if you’re used to chatting with your teammates while playing your favorite games. Fortunately, we’ve compiled a series of methods to help quickly solve this issue. Why does my mic work on Discord but not in the game? There could be several reasons why your microphone works on Discord but not in-game: If your mic works on Discord but is not in-game, make sure you verify our presented solutions....
Going the extra mile in order to ensure appropriate security shouldn’t be seen as a chore, but more as a beneficial step that keeps malicious third parties away. People use all sorts of antivirus software, but if you are among those that rely on Microsoft’s Defender for your safety, here’s what you should know about the software. Get ready for the new Microsoft Defender Preview UPDATE: Since last we spoke about this new preview and shared that you can actually find it on the Microsoft Store, the tech giant has made an important update....
What causes the Microsoft Designer not working issue? There could be various reasons why you face this issue; some of the common ones are mentioned here: Outdated version of PowerPoint – The Design Ideas option is available on the latest version of PowerPoint or with a Microsoft 365 subscription. If you don’t have any of these two, the designer might not work. Mixed shapes in a slide – If there is more than one shape or picture on your slide, the designer will not work....
While an upgrade to Windows 11 is free as long as your computer meets the minimum installation requirements, you will need a Microsoft 365 subscription to access office tools including Excel. This productivity tool is, for many, a necessity but quite pricey. If you want to save your money but still enjoy working with the spreadsheet tool, we’ll show you a few ways to get it for free on Windows 11....
But, sometimes, it seems that all the steps one could take to secure his sensitive information, malicious third parties are always one step ahead. Now, companies are more willing to share information with partners, experts, and the larger community to collaboratively tackle threats. The Redmond tech giant pull the cover off hackers The perfect example of such a collaboration is Microsoft working with rival Apple to patch the Shrootless vulnerability in macOS devices....
To be more specific, Microsoft email service users need to really be on the lookout because Zscaler, a cybersecurity research company, just discovered a new ongoing phishing campaign targeting Microsoft email users. Not to scare you but, according to the firm, corporate users are under attack and the campaign is being run using adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) technique to bypass multi-factor authentication. Phishing campaign uses AiTM method to steal your credentials Even the Redmond tech giant acknowledged this problem back in July when it created a blog post meant to warn users about the impending danger....
And it persists until you take steps to activate your copy of Microsoft Office. Also, most of the features will be disabled till you eliminate the tool. This guide will walk you through everything you need about the Activation Wizard. What is Microsoft Office Activation Wizard? The Activation Wizard is a tool added to Office by Microsoft to help simplify the process of legitimately licensing the various Office versions. The company asks that you activate your copy of the product to verify the legitimacy of your installation....
The error is encountered when you try to update apps already on the PC or install new ones from the Microsoft Store. And the list of people affected by it is growing each day. So, let’s find out what the Microsoft Store 0x80070005 error is and the solutions that would fix things for you. What is the Microsoft Store error 0x80070005? The error usually appears when a DLL file is denied permission, so it is most likely a result of an update that messed up your Microsoft Store files....
One error that was quite common on previous iterations of Store is still here and it still bothers Windows users around the world. It goes by the Microsoft Store error 0x803f7003 and it, apparently, blocks updates or even access to the installed apps. This error, in comparison to some milder ones, will render Microsoft Store completely unusable. In order to help you address this issue, we provided some solutions below....
Read on to find out all about how Windows Store became Microsoft Store. The rebranded Windows Store is rolling out The company is now rolling out the rebranded Windows Store to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Ring together with an app update. This update involves a brand new logo for the Microsoft Store and also changes the Windows Store’s name to ‘Microsoft Store.’ While the new logo looks rough for now, this is probably not the final version....
The hardware in a computer device called Random Access Memory (RAM) stores the OS, application programs, and data currently in use so that the device’s CPU may access them rapidly. This is the primary memory of a computer. For different reasons, you may want to upgrade it. For example, some applications may require additional RAM, while sometimes, your RAM may go bad and require replacing. Whichever is the case, there are times when after a RAM replacement, your PC will not boot....
If you are also experiencing this issue, we suggest you apply the solutions in our guide and fix the NET HELPMSG 2221 error. There are many ways to get the admin rights back to your account. Let us get right into them. What is the NET HELPMSG 2221 error? When you are not the admin of your PC, you cannot use elevated programs. So, for example, you won’t be able to run the command prompt, Windows PowerShell, or any other program that requires admin access on your PC....
The first thought that comes to your mind is that the repository doesn’t exist. However, in this case, the repo exists, but specific problems have prevented the repository from displaying. If you’ve been struggling with the no repository found in VS code error, this article will briefly overview the error and steps to help resolve it. Why is no repository found in VS code? Here are some of the reasons why you’re experiencing the No Repository Found error in VS code:...
Most gamers prefer to download OBS because it is lightweight and does a pretty good job when recording or streaming on multiple platforms. When it won’t open, it can be frustrating but let’s look at how to address this issue, shall we? Why is OBS not opening in Windows 11? If you are having trouble opening OBS in Windows 11, below are some possible causes: Outdated version – OBS Studio is a very popular program and it’s constantly being updated....
This can be a problem since you won’t be able to browse the web with your favorite browser, so it’s important to fix this issue as soon as possible. In today’s guide, we’re going to show you a couple of quick and easy methods that you can use to fix your browser, so let’s get started, shall we? Besides Opera GX not opening in Windows 10, users reported other issues with this browser as well....
But you shouldn’t be content with just the default. You’re missing out on a lot of great software if you stick with what’s on your computer. Case in point, the Opera web browser. Opera is actually one of the oldest web browsers out there still receiving frequent updates. It even predates Internet Explorer by several months. But unlike Internet Explorer which was heavily criticized for its poor quality, Opera is a great web browser....
A VPN encrypts your web traffic by creating a secure connection between your device and a private VPN server. This connection shields users from third-party tracking and cyber-attacks. Not only do VPNs protect browsing activity, but it also allows users to change their location to anywhere in the world for access to geo-restricted content. However, every VPN service offers different features and functions. This article will take a look at Opera VPN and NordVPN and compare their features so you can determine which is the best for your needs....
This was before anything like Edge, Firefox, and Chrome were available for smartphones. Internet bandwidth was valued at gold, and the prices were exorbitant. Opera Mini was introduced as a data-saving browser that loads web pages faster. That said, Opera also offers its full-fledged Opera browser for mobiles, which is now based on Chromium. So, which is the best Opera browser for your smartphone? This article has compared both versions of the Opera browser in different categories to help you choose the best for your needs....
