Pressing the Alt key can sometimes completely block all key inputs thereafter. If you’re accidentally hitting these keys without knowing, it can cause major inconveniences and confusion. Many of the usual solutions that allow you to disable key inputs on Windows are now outdated. For example, Simple Disable Key is no longer freeware. Both SharpKeys and KeyTweak aren’t officially supported by the latest versions of Windows. So, what do you do when you’re out of options?...

Modern smartphones barely manage 24 hours of charge with moderate use, so we’ve grown used to moving our devices from one charger to the next. We charge at home, in our cars and at work. Just to keep that dreaded “low battery” warning at bay. Which is why the ubiquitous “power bank” has become so popular over the last few years. These compact bricks of various sizes can store enough juice to keep your phone topped up for days....

So if the Print Spooler crashes, fails to start, or keeps stopping as you perform a printer-related action on your PC, the fixes and suggestions below should let you get it working again. Run Printer Troubleshooter Windows 10 comes with a built-in troubleshooter that can automatically sort printer issues on your computer. So it’s best to kick things off by running it. Open the Start menu and select Settings. Select Update & Security....

or Whenever the user clicked the OK button, it would simply pop back up. What was really weird is that if she clicked on the red X button, the document would open just fine! Strange! The user was running Office 2013 and getting this error. After doing some research, we came across a few possible solutions. In this post, I’ll list them out here. Method 1 – Nuance Software If you have any Nuance software installed, then that is definitely the reason why you are getting this error message....

I created a batch file that deletes everything inside a temp folder whenever the computer starts up. I created a basic task in Task Scheduler and hoped for the best. Unfortunately, nothing happened when my computer booted up. After a lot of trial and error, I figured out how to get the script to run. In this article, I’m going to walk you through the settings and permissions you need to adjust in order to get your batch file to run without manual intervention....

Windows 7 and Maximum Memory Many users of the 32-bit version of Windows 7 were disappointed that not all of their 4GB of RAM (or more) could actually be used by the operating system. Many opted for the 64-bit version of Windows 7 but still had trouble getting the operating system to recognize and use all of the memory installed in the PC. Typically, your computer’s hardware and Windows 7 works together to identify the hardware you have in your PC....

Windows Update and Error Code 0x80070422 Windows Update can be a bit finicky when it comes to working the way it was designed to work. It doesn’t take much for something to be out of alignment and cause problems. Windows error code 0x80070422 refers to an inability of Windows 7 to startup the Windows Update service so your computer can connect to the update servers at Microsoft. The message accompanying the error code reads: The frustrating part about this error is that everything with the update service can be working great one day and then cause errors the next....

A computer network consists of at least two computers that may be linked via radio waves, cables, satellites, telephone lines, or infrared light beams. There are other mediums or devices that help the different devices communicate such as a switch, router, bridge or hub, which are known as network devices. Altogether, these hardware and software combine to make computer networking possible such that the interconnected devices can share information, data, resources, and other network devices....

The same can’t be said for Windows users, however. Common Linux file systems like Ext4 aren’t supported. If you want to access Linux partitions in Windows, you’ll need to install some additional software to do the job. Choosing The Right Software for Linux Partitions There are several software options for Windows users looking to access their files on Linux. For many years, Ext2Fsd has been the go-to option, allowing you to read and write to your Linux file systems within Windows itself....

If you keep access to these pages available, it becomes easier for users to uninstall programs, mess with system settings, and potentially cause issues for other users that will access that computer at a later point. You can follow our guide below to learn how to disable the control panel and settings, or limit what is and isn’t available in the control panel. If you want to go further, read our other articles on using Group Policy to block access to the command prompt and prevent shutdown of a PC....

How are Fn Keys Helpful? The Fn key turns the F1–F12 keys into dual-purpose keys. Essentially, it works as a default hotkey, but there’s a slight difference. The combinations differ among manufacturers and models. You’ll mostly find them on laptops (where you can usually change things like screen brightness), but you’ll also find them on some specialty keyboards (like gaming or productivity-centric boards). For instance, on a Dell XPS15z, Fn + F5 increases the brightness, while on a Lenovo G560, the same combination will display the wireless device settings....

It’s a pretty quick way to get back to your work that you left unfinished the previous time. You actually save yourself from the hassle of manually finding the document wherever it’s saved on your computer. The software finds and displays that for you. Although it’s a really useful feature, it may not be so for some users. If you’re someone who never uses this recently used files list in Word and you’d rather not have it there, you can actually disable it in the program....

There are several different ways to convert a Word document to PDF, and password-protect the document to ensure that only those with the passcode can access it. It takes only a few seconds to convert Word to PDF, and we’ll show you the different methods you can use to accomplish that. How to Convert Word to PDF With Microsoft Word If your PC is running Microsoft Word 2007 or later versions, you can convert your Word document to PDF directly using the built-in software features in just a few clicks....

In this post, you’ll learn how to create a password reset disk so you’ll never be locked out of your system again. What You’ll Need A password reset disk is stored on a USB flash drive. You’ll also need the password for the computer you want to access. That’s pretty much all you’ll need. You can’t create a password reset disk if you don’t know the current password. You also won’t be able to store the program on a CD or DVD....

You can keep your shared files in one place for every member to access, or use the meeting, call, chat, or poll features to engage and stay connected with your teammates wherever they are. Better still, you can use Teams as a web app or a standalone app on your computer and mobile device without a Microsoft 365 subscription. If you’ve been tasked with coordinating your teammates, use this guide to learn how to create a team in Microsoft Teams....

Compared to other password reset methods (security questions, for example), a password reset disk is easier to create and way more secure. In this guide, we’ll explain pretty much everything you need to know about creating and using a password reset disk on a Windows computer. What is a Password Reset Disk? Think of a password reset disk as a master key that can be used to regain access to your computer if you forget your password....

SFC Scannow can automatically fix many computer errors. Unfortunately, it can go haywire too. The most common issue when using the system file checker is the “windows resource protection could not perform the requested operation” error. Read on to learn what this error means and how you can fix it. What’s Windows Resource Protection? Windows Resource Protection is a Windows feature that protects important system folders, files, and registry keys....

A “no bootable device” error can be problematic, but it can also be fixed by following some common troubleshooting steps. If you’re facing this error and you’re not sure how to fix it, the steps below should help you resolve the issue on Windows 10. Check Your Drive Boot Order In many cases, a “no bootable device” error is a sign that your PC can’t find the correct drive to boot up because the boot order, which determines which drives and devices it should load and in what order, is incorrectly configured....

Since the error message doesn’t tell you what needs fixing, you’ll have to rely on multiple standard fixes to get around the issue. Disable Proxy Server One of the possible reasons for the “The remote device won’t accept the connection” error is your PC’s proxy server. When proxy is enabled, your network data gets transmitted differently than it would when proxy is disabled. Therefore, turn the proxy server off on your PC and see if that helps you get rid of your problem....

BSOD errors often come with hard-to-decipher names, and the unexpected store exception error is one example of that. Unfortunately, there isn’t a single or obvious cause for this kind of BSOD. That said, if you’re trying to fix an unexpected store exception error in Windows 10, here are some common fixes you could try. What Causes An Unexpected Store Exception Error In Windows 10? Trying to determine what a BSOD error is caused by isn’t the easiest process, but unexpected store exception errors are most often caused by hardware failures, such as a faulty hard drive or graphics card, or by other essential hardware components in your PC, such as your system memory....