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How to Fix Windows Activation Service Not Running or Disabled

If you see an error that the Windows Activation Service is not running or disabled, it usually me...

Fix OneDrive Not Syncing Due to DNS Server Problems

If OneDrive stops syncing and you suspect a DNS server problem, you're likely seeing errors like ...

Windows Defender Exclusions for Gaming Performance

If your games stutter, take long to load, or feel sluggish, Windows Defender might be scanning ga...

How to Bypass Proxy for Windows Terminal

If you use Windows Terminal behind a corporate or VPN proxy, you may notice that some tools fail ...

Fix Windows Defender Module Not Found Error 0x80070643

You see "Windows Defender module not found" with error code 0x80070643

Fix Outlook High Memory Usage with Exchange Accounts
Outlook using excessive memory (often 1GB or more) with an Exchange account can slow down your sy...