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Troubleshooting tutorials on various types of system errors, application errors, caused by virus infection, registry corruption or any other type of malfunction in Windows operating systems.

How to fix Print Spooler errors on Windows 10

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First of all, Print Spooler is a type of service that is initially integrated into your system and implements the function of sending printing queues to the printer server. Therefore, it is responsible for running multiple printing jobs correctly without setbacks. However, there has been a couple of users repeatedly facing different printer-related issues. Actually, it does not matter which one you are currently facing because all of these errors are typically caused by other services that might not be working properly. The main dependency usually lies in RPC (Remote Procedure Control) services that play a significant role in printing. Therefore, it is more likely that you are facing this error because RPC is either malfunctioned or not started at all. Although, with our help, it will not be a big struggle to fix this problem with the full kit of radical solutions that are mentioned in the article below.

How to fix Windows cannot find cmd error

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Some users experience a problem opening Command Prompt in Windows systems. The issue is followed by a message saying that "Windows cannot find cmd. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again". This can be damaging for those using Command Prompt to overcome other issues related to system performance. What is even worse is that Command Prompt can be used by other programs to run certain processes as well. The issue means that the "cmd.exe" file is missing and cannot be found by Windows. Usually, this can happen due to malware presence that hijacked and messed up the folder of cmd. Thus, we will start by running a scan and then try other methods later on.

How to fix BAD_SYSTEM_CONFIG_INFO error in Windows 10

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A number of reasons can be the culprit for BAD_SYSTEM_CONFIG_INFO appearing on PCs. Usually, this error can be related to registry, drivers, configuration, hardware, and other issues. The most obvious symptom reflecting the BAD_SYSTEM_CONFIG_INFO issue is an abrupt shutdown and display of the BSOD (Blue Screen of Death). Sometimes Windows cannot fix the problem and keeps crashing without having a chance to finish the boot up successfully. Users have to correspond to other devices to learn fixing instructions. Luckily, there are some options designed by Windows to solve issues without accessing the desktop itself. You will find instructions upon the problem elimination in the article below.

How to fix WiFi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration error in Windows 10

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If you are concerned about your connection and receiving the above message, then you are on the right post because we are going to solve it together. The appearance of WiFi doesn't have a valid IP configuration error prevents users from establishing a connection with the Wi-Fi network. Unfortunately, attempts to restore the router or unplug the power usually turn out unsuccessful because the error indicates other problems such as malfunctioned TCP/IP, faulty network settings, hardware issues, malware, and manual intervention. Below, we will show a range of steps that will guide you towards successfully solving the problem.

How to fix STATUS_IN_PAGE_ERROR (0xc0000006 error) in Windows 10

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Also known as STATUS_IN_PAGE_ERROR, 0xc0000006 error appears when trying to execute a third-party software. Those who stumble upon the problem, face a message like "The application was unable to start correctly 0xc0000006. Click OK to close the application". This may restrict you from accessing games, tools, and other software downloaded from the web. The reason for this issue may be related to corrupted system files, software incompatibility, and registry issues based on the AppInst_DLLs key. Tolerating such a disturbing problem downgrades PC performance preventing people from fully-fledged experience. Thus, we will help you get rid of it with a step-by-step guide down below.

How to fix Windows cannot find javaw.exe error

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To start, javaw.exe is an executable file that belongs to the Java Platform and implements an important function related to Java services. It is also known as Java Web Start Launcher. In fact, this process is not essential for Windows, however, different malfunctions may lead to crashes and errors of apps that are run on Java Platform. After failing to launch a Java-based program, you will be presented with a pop-up message saying "Windows cannot find javaw.exe. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again." Apparently, the problem means that javaw.exe is either missing or corrupted. Sometimes such violations may be caused due to manual or malware intervention that could modify the settings. This is why we have prepared a couple of methods that will help you easily solve the problem and continue using java software without errors.

How to fix Windows Defender error 577 in Windows 10

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Although there are various alternatives that outrace the in-built antivirus designed by Microsoft, Windows Defender still remains as one of the favorites around many users because it comes along Windows installation and requires no fee to start being protected right off the bat. Recently, however, people started seeing a warning that Windows Defender is disabled and does not implement any protection. Some people tried to go in Services and launch Windows Defender Antivirus Service or Network Inspection Service. After attempting to do so, users receive error 577 saying that Windows cannot verify the digital signature for the file. If this is exactly your case, we will share some other methods to solve the issue down below.

How to fix 0x8007007e printer error

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0x8007007e printer error has been the prime issue touching Windows 10 users since 2019. It prevents people from printing documents and other stuff saying that the printer ran into a problem and cannot finish the job. In fact, this problem represents a big difficulty for many people who got used to printing piles of paper for whatever purpose. There are many reasons that might be the culprit of 0x8007007e error, such as the wrong configuration of printing software, malware, bugged updates, and other options. We have managed to find and test out the most efficient ways to combat this issue and get your printer back to a normal state.