Find out what woke your computer Open a command prompt with admin privileges, and type the following command, and hit Enter: This will show you the last device which woke up your PC. The second command is: This will show a list of all devices which can wake up your PC. The idea to run these commands is to understand the reason if it’s on the hardware level. You can see from the list that there are three devices that can wake up my PC....

What is Function Discovery Resource Publication? The Function Discovery Resource Publication (FDResPub) publishes your computer and resources attached to your computer so they can be discovered over the network. If this service is stopped, network resources will no longer be published and they will not be discovered by other computers on the network. When you encounter this issue on your device, you’ll receive the following full error message with code;...

Windows Cumulative Update not installing First, you need to note down the error code which is shown during the failed installation. Most have been reporting error codes 0x80070020, 0x80073712, 0x80070002, 0x80070003, 0x800F0923, 0x800F0922 and 0x800f081f to Microsoft. Additional information about Error Code 0x80070020 is as follows: Windows Update errors 0x80070020, 0x80073712, 0x80070002, 0x80070003, 0x800F0923, 0x800F0922, 0x800f081 Windows 8.1 Update is shown as Important when you open Windows Update, yet it is unchecked by default....

Desktop background changes by itself on Windows 11/10 If your Desktop Wallpaper changes automatically by itself in Windows 11/10, here are a few things you need to look at to fix the problem. These would work without an administrator account. 1] Modify Desktop Background Slideshow settings First of all, start by hitting the WIN + R keyboard combination or search for Run in the Cortana search box to launch the Run box....

Why does the problem occur? With SVM (Secure Virtual Machine) enabled, you should be able to install a virtual machine on your system. The problem occurs when there is a conflict between Windows Hypervisor and the current Windows version. The only way to solve this is by updating the drivers which are required by it. Make sure the Windows is updated to the recent version. Windows does not Boot after Hypervisor Platform is Enabled Since it is clear that you are unable to boot into Windows, the only way is to disable the Hypervisor Platform by using the Advanced Recovery method....

How do I check for errors in Windows 11/10? There are multiple ways to check for errors in Windows 11 and Windows 10 computers. However, Windows Error Lookup Tool is one of the best tools to find details about the errors that appear on Windows PC. It displays the kind of error based on the error code you entered in the app. Error Lookup Tool for Windows Developed in C/C++, Error Lookup is a minimal and extremely lightweight tool, yet immensely useful....

Every month, there are two to three updates released by Microsoft for every supported Windows platform. These updates hold security patches, bug fixes, stability improvement, new features, and quality-of-life improvements. Individual update has a Knowledge Base (KB) ID that refers to details and articles associated with a particular update. Now, you might have noticed some updates labeled as “EXPIRED” in your Windows Update Catalog. If you are wondering what exactly does it mean, here is your answer....

Manage open windows with WindowTop As the name suggests, WindowTop lets you pin windows to the top of other opened windows. But not just that, it lets you control the transparency and even click through a transparent window. It also brings you an alternative to minimizing windows and it is called ‘Srink’. There is a special dark mode if you are using your laptop in dark or in low light....

The entire error message says: You may see this error when you try to enter the winget command in an elevated Command Prompt window. Winget not recognized in Windows 11 If Winget is not recognized in Windows 11, follow these steps: To learn more about these steps, continue reading. 1] Download or update App Installer It is the very first thing you need to do to get the winget command working on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer....

Why is Xbox not detecting external storage? It must meet a few requirements if it is your first time connecting external storage to your gaming console. Such as it should be pre-formatted, use a USB 3.0 port, and more. However, if your Xbox is not detecting your old external storage, then these can be some of the key reasons: Your Xbox might have encountered a bug. Make sure to install any pending updates....

Whenever you come across such an instance, try these troubleshooting steps! Xbox Sign in error 0x87dd0005 or 0x87DD0006 The message with the error code 0x87DD0006 or 0x87DD0005 represents a typical network error that shows up randomly. At other times, the user can sign in to Xbox and proceed normally. Here’s what you should do- Let’s walk you through the above steps in detail. 1] Check the Xbox Live service status To check the status of Xbox Live, just go to the Xbox Live Service Status page – The page will display the status of your account, Xbox Video, Apps, and more....

XLaunchPad for Windows PC When you download the program and install it, a ‘Launching Rocket’ icon becomes visible on your Desktop/PC screen. Most of the time XLaunchPad runs silently in the background without disturbing you. If required, you can bring its layer upfront by pressing the F12 key on your keyboard, or by moving the mouse cursor into the upper left corner of your computer screen. By default, you see Documents, Network, Recycle Bin, and Control Panel folders....

ZHPCleaner removes Browser Hijackers The program is very convenient to use. Just download it, and run the scan to check for unwanted elements and remove them in an instant. The main objective of the browser is to remove browser referrals and restore proxy settings. After you have downloaded the program, a shortcut for it is created on the desktop and its contents are stored in a sub-folder which can be found under “Roaming” folder in the “AppData” directory....

You have to remember that when you use these websites, you give out yours, as well as your friend’s mobile numbers. These will remain in their data bank, and they could well be spammed in the future if the sites sell their data to some interested parties. How to send unlimited anonymous SMS Text to mobile phones All of these websites work quite similarly. In other words, you can use any of them to send free unlimited SMS to any mobile network....

Share Excel workbook with multiple users Sharing your Excel Workbook across the web can be a smooth exercise if you follow the steps outlined in the post. When you decide to share your workbook, you can share it via cloud services such as OneDrive, OneDrive for Business, or SharePoint without leaving the application. You will first need to create a workbook. For this, open Excel by clicking on Start menu, choosing ‘All apps’ and select ‘Excel 2016’....

To use HP QuickDrop, you should have an HP computer or laptop with Windows 11/10 Home or Pro edition OS and any of the following smartphones: Android phone or tablet with Android OS version 7 or higher.iPhone or iPad with iOS version 12 or higher. You can download HP QuickDrop on your smartphone from Google Play Store or App Store. HP QuickDrop lets you share files between Phone & PC To use HP QuickDrop, you should have an active internet connection and both your devices (smartphone and computer) should be connected to the same WiFi network....

What is ShellExperienceHost.exe Shellexperiencehost.exe is usually located in the following location: This process is related to the built-in Universal Apps and it provides integration with the Windows Shell. It is not malware if it is located in the above-mentioned folder. If you find it located in some other folder, you should right-click on the file and check its Properties. It should be a Microsoft Windows OS file. You may also get it scanned with multiple antiviruses....

The tool is not very easy to use and there are a lot of fields and details that you might not have heard about before. Most of the terms are related to technical aspects of USB drives and how the data is transferred between them. Simple USB Logger for Windows 11/10 The tool acts as a middleware between the USB Driver and the actual USB hardware. You can track traffic and the transactions happening between your computer and the USB drive....

Skype Privacy Settings Previously, it was possible to find all the privacy-related settings at one place in the Skype app for Windows 10. However, things have changed over the years with the release of concurrent updates. At the same time, users might not get a direct option to block a specific setting. To talk about them, we have listed some points you might want to follow. How to open Skype Privacy settings To open Skype Privacy settings, follow these steps- At first, you need to open the Skype Privacy settings to make any change, and that’s why you should follow these steps....

Snip and Sketch not working or freezes Here is the list of suggestions you can try to fix this problem. You may need admin permission to execute some of them. 1] Run System File Checker Open Run prompt using Win + R and then press shift+ enter after typing CMD. Once the command prompt opens with admin privileges, type sfc /scannow in the command line, press the Enter key. Once the scan is completed, relaunch the tool by typing snippingtool....