Microsoft could be adding an Office key to Windows keyboards

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Microsoft could be adding a dedicated Office key to future Windows keyboards, as spotted by WalkingCat on Twitter. The company is offering a survey which presumably targets users who have tried one of the concept devices.

https://twitter.com/h0x0d/status/1140784669962584066?s=20

Brad Sams from Petri noted that at least two different keyboards, codenamed Holgate Low and Holgate Mid, are in development to take advantage of the new feature according to his sources that are familiar with Microsoft’s plans. These devices would be able to take advantage of certain Office key-related shortcuts, such as Office Key + S to share a document with other users.

The key would be located between the right Alt and Control keys, replacing the dedicated menu and/or the right Windows key on some keyboards. It’s not certain how Microsoft will push it onto future devices, however the familiar Windows Key is required on all keyboards to be certified by the company—something that, as noted by The Verge, has existed for 25 years (longer than the author of this post).

While this feature could certainly serve useful to those who use Office apps on a frequent basis, it’s doubtful that it will reach the masses anytime soon. It’s exclusive to users on the Windows 10 May 2019 Update, which accounts for only 1.4 percent of all Windows 10 devices worldwide due to its gradual rollout as seen in the most recent report from AdDuplex.

In any case, what is clear is that with productivity being a core focus of Microsoft’s business strategy, the company wants to promote its premium services—especially Office which targets both consumers and businesses—as much as possible. Is the Office key something that you would use, or would it be just one of those things that you would keep unintentionally hitting? Let us know in the comments.

How to use profiles, a new feature in Microsoft Edge Insider

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Microsoft’s new Chromium-powered Edge Insider browser comes with support for profiles, a feature which will be new to users of the Edge currently included with Windows 10. Profiles allow multiple people to use one installation of the browser. They can also be used to compartmentalise your data, so you don’t need to switch to incognito mode or use another browser to access work sites.

Profiles have their own individual identities. Bookmarks, settings and extensions you add to one profile won’t take effect in any of the others. This makes profiles ideal for sharing access to your browser with another user, or for separating your work and personal browsing.

Screenshot of profiles in Microsoft Edge Insider

By default, you’ll start with a single profile. To add or switch profiles, click your profile picture icon to the right of the address bar. This brings up the profiles popup, where you can add a new profile, switch between existing profiles, or launch a guest session. The latter option will create a temporary profile which won’t persist any data across sessions.

Screenshot of profiles in Microsoft Edge Insider

You can access profile settings by clicking the three dots menu icon in the top-right of the Edge interface. From the menu which appears, click “Settings.” Settings will open to the profile management screen. Here, you can see all your added profiles.

Screenshot of profiles in Microsoft Edge Insider

To add a new profile, click the “Add profile” button. You’ll need to type a name for your profile and then assign an optional avatar icon. Click the blue “Add” button to create the profile. You can then switch to the profile using the profiles settings page or the profile switcher popup.

Once you’re using the profile, you can start browsing as normal. History, bookmarks and settings will be confined to your active profile. You can even sign in with a Microsoft account and enable sync – again, this will apply just to your current profile.

Screenshot of profiles in Microsoft Edge Insider

The Profiles settings page also lets you edit any existing profile by changing its name or avatar. You can remove unused profiles too, which might be handy if you’re only making a temporary profile. You can always see which profile you’re using by looking at the profile switcher icon next to the address bar. The icon will show your profile’s avatar, or your Microsoft profile picture if you’re signed in with a Microsoft account.

Battlefield V, FIFA 19, Anthem, and more video games discounted on Xbox One this week

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

As is typical for Xbox video games, a variety of titles are now discounted as part of Deals With Gold and other new weekly promotional campaigns.

With the Deals With Gold sale, which requires an active Xbox Live Gold subscription to receive the discounts, Anthem (60% off), Battlefield V (60%), Cartoon Network: Battle Crashers (60%), and FIFA 19 (60%) are some of the biggest games worth checking out.

Also on this week is an Explore and Discover sale and the usual Publisher Spotlight Sale. Among these discounted titles, Fallout 76 Standard Edition (50% off), Nevermind (75%), Samsara (50%), Soul Axiom (70%), and The Witness (pictured above, 50%) are worth keeping an eye on. A large number of Sonic video games are also heavily discounted on Xbox One and the Xbox 360.

All of these discounts are listed within the Gold section on the Xbox One Dashboard and in the Store tab.

Did you buy any discounted video games this week for your Xbox console? Let us know which ones you picked up in the comments below and then follow us on Pinterest for more Xbox gaming content.

1st Xbox gamer to reach 1 million Gamerscore jumps from Twitch to Microsoft’s Mixer

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Xbox gamer, Stallion83, who was the first person to ever reach the 1 and 2 million Gamerscore milestones has made the leap from the popular Twitch video game streaming service to Microsoft’s rival, Mixer.

While Stallion83 had actually had his Mixer account since 2016, he had also been a Twitch Partner, a role that prevents streamers from broadcasting on rival platforms.

Stallion83 streamed on Twitch for the last time two weeks ago and began streaming on Mixer almost immediately. The transition was promoted on the official Mixer Twitter account earlier today. It’s unclear why Stallion83 decided to change platforms.

https://twitter.com/WatchMixer/status/1140741022986702848

Mixer is Microsoft’s direct competitor to Amazon’s Twitch. It’s a streaming video platform that’s primarily designed to broadcast video game gameplay but is also used for streaming the occasional special event or esports competition.

Do you prefer Twitch or Mixer? Let us know in the comments below and then follow us on Twitter for more video game and streaming news.

How to make Skype work on iPad Mini [ULTIMATE GUIDE]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

IPad owners where left frustrated after Skype dropped support for earlier versions of iOS. When trying to install Skype on their iPads, an error message interrupts the process. The error message specifies that the app requires the device to have a minimum of iOS 10 version in order to run Skype.

We can provide you with a few solutions though, that should help you successfully run Skype on an iPad Mini.

Why can’t I connect to Skype on my iPad Mini?

1. Update the OS

  1. First, you should consider connecting your iPad to a Wifi network, as the download could use up a lot of mobile data.
  2. Then you have to access Settings > General > Software Update.
  3. Tap Download and Install. If you don’t have enough storage space, clear up the necessary space for the update and try updating again.
  4. Enter your passcode if required, in order to proceed with the system update.
  5. After upgrading to the newer iOS version, installing Skype on your iPad should work.skype not working on ipad mini

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2. Download the Skype iPhone app

  1. Download and install this specific iTunes version from here on a PC.
  2. Type Skype in the Search box > select the iPhone version of the app and click Get.
  3. Open the Skype for iPhone download link, here, that takes the iPad to AppStore.
  4. Choose to install the app > you will get the iOS 10 required message, afterward it will recommend you an older version of the app, which you have to accept.skype not working on ipad mini

We hope that our quick guide helped you install Skype on your iPad. If you found this article helpful, leave a comment in the comment section below.

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There was a problem accessing your keychain [EXPERT FIX]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Keychain is an Apple-developed password system for MacOS. Apparently, there is an issue with the keychain that users encounter when trying to access OneDrive. The error message There was a problem accessing your keychain. Please check that the login keychain exists and that OneDrive has access to it. If prompted, please allow OneDrive access to your keychain pops up leaving users unable to access the platform.

One user explained the problem on the support forum.

“out of the blue” (perhaps after an auto update of OneDrive) I get the message [Please check that the login keychain exists and that OneDrive has access to it]. Options are Quit OneDrive and Try again. When I try again, I go through a log in process (using MS Authenticator – and the login is Approved), but the message comes back almost immediately. I am running the latest OneDrive (verified with the Mac AppStore) version.

In order to stop this error from occurring, follow the guidelines presented below.

How to fix problem accessing your keychain on OneDrive

1. Delete OneDrive cached key

  1. Press command + space to open Spotlight Search > type keychain and press return.
  2. In the Keychain Access search box type OneDrive.There was a problem accessing your keychain
  3. From the search results, select OneDrive Standalone Cached Credential > press delete.
  4. Start OneDrive again. The system will create the deleted key automatically.

Most users have no idea that they can create Mac OS installation media on Windows 10. We’ve written extensively about the procedure. 

2. Update OneDrive

  1. Remove the OneDrive from your Mac OS.
  2. Download the installation file of OneDrive for Mac, here.There was a problem accessing your keychain
  3. Install it, log in, and look for improvements.

We hope that our quick guide helped you fix the issue disallowing access to OneDrive. If you liked this article, leave a comment in the comment section below.

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Xbox One update error code 0x8b05000c [FIX THIS]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Some Xbox One and Xbox One S users encountered an annoying issue after logging in to their Xbox Live accounts. Immediately after the sign in process, the users get signed out and receive an error message There was a problem with the update. Error code: 0x8B05000C 0x00000000 0x00000203. Apparently, this issue usually appears after performing a system update.

A user complained online about this specific issue:

Hi, My Xbox one was updated a couple of weeks ago. It has been working fine since then. Today when I turned it on, it wouldn’t sign me in (it would sign me out as soon as I sign in) and it was offline by default. I went online and was displayed with a message “There was a problem with the update. Error code: 0x8B05000C 0x00000000 0x00000203”.

If you’re dealing with this issue, follow the steps described below.

How can I fix Xbox error 0x8b05000c?

1. Restart your console

  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller.
  2. Select Restart console > Restart.Xbox update error code 0x8b05000c
  3. Check to see if you can now sign in properly.

2. Spam the Try again button

  1. As soon as you receive the error message after the sign-in attempt, try spamming the Try again button.
  2. Do it repetitively for some time.Xbox update error code 0x8b05000c
  3. You should get to sign in eventually.

We’ve written extensively on Xbox One S issues. Check out these guides for more information.

3. Verify and improve the network connection

Test your network connection using the Xbox test network feature

  1. Press the Xbox button > open Settings.
  2. Choose All settings > Network > Network settings.
  3. Select the Test network connection.Xbox update error code 0x8b05000c
  4. If everything is running normally, try signing in again.

Improve your internet connection

  • Perform a hard reset on your modem/router
  • Connect your Xbox to the internet through a wired connection, it tends to be faster and more reliable than Wi-fi connections
  • If you notice that your internet is running slower than usual, contact your ISP and inform them about this issue.

4. Reconnect your Xbox Live account to the console

  1. Press the Xbox button > select System.
  2. Access Settings > Account > Remove Accounts.Xbox update error code 0x8b05000c
  3. Choose the account to remove > select Remove.
  4. Select Close and restart your console.
  5. Turn off the console from the Xbox Power button of the console.
  6. Leave the console off for about 10 seconds.
  7. Turn the console back on.
  8. Press the Xbox button on your Controller.
  9. Select Sign in > then choose Add & manage .
  10. Enter the account login information and check the privacy settings.
  11. Choose a color for the profile > and then select Next.
  12. Confirm the gamerpic > choose Next.
  13. Choose between Save my password or Keep asking for my password.

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Microsoft beefs up GitHub with PullPanda acquisition, makes code review tools free

Posted on by Kip Kniskern

Last year, Microsoft acquired GitHub in a $7.5 billion acquisition, aiming to continue its long tradition of supporting developers, and perhaps steer them towards Microsoft Azure services in the process. Today Microsoft added to its GitHub stable, acquiring Pull Panda for an undisclosed sum and making the tools free. Users of the premium version of the service will retain full support, but the company plans to eventually integrate the tools into GitHub.

PullPanda helps “teams create more efficient and effective code review workflows on GitHub,” according to a post on the GitHub blog (via Mary Jo Foley). For teams, large or small, using GitHub, pull requests (actions to work on, manage, or deploy code), can “pile up and fall through the cracks.” PullPanda helps teams manage these requests in three ways:

  • Pull Reminders: Get a nudge in Slack when a collaborator needs your review. Automatic reminders ensure that pull requests never slip through the cracks.
  • Pull Analytics: From wait times to top contributors, get real-time insight into the effectiveness of your team’s process. Then make data-driven improvements that create a more transparent and accountable culture.
  • Pull Assigner: Automatically distribute code across your team, so no one gets overloaded and knowledge gets spread around.

All of the tools are available now on GitHub for free, included in the Pull Panda app. Are you a GitHub user? Will PullPanda help your workflow? Let us know in the comments below.

 

What’s the best Windows 10 change from Windows 7, Windows Insider’s Jen Gentleman asks

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

It’s now been almost five years since Microsoft released Windows 10, but the almost 10-years-old Windows 7 is still alive and kicking. According to Statcounter, more than 33% of Windows PCs were still running Windows 7 last month, with 56.48% of users having already updated to Windows 10.

With Microsoft ending support for Windows 7 in January 2020, the company would really like these users to upgrade to Windows 10 to keep their PCs secure. However, that’s not so such an easing thing to do, especially since Windows 7 is probably still considered the best version of Windows by common agreement.

The Redmond giant is well aware that convincing Windows 7 die-hards to update isn’t an easy task. Today, Jen Gentleman from the Windows Insider team asked her Twitter followers what are the new features they would recommend to users in the process of updating to Windows 10, and that’s actually a really good question. The answers, as expected, were equally interesting.

Many replies from power users mentioned Windows Ink, dark theme, the improved snipping tool, the new Action Center, the cloud clipboard, Timeline, Your Phone, as well as OneDrive Files-on-demand. Some new capabilities such as Cortana or My People didn’t get a lot of love, and that’s not really surprising as these features didn’t really resonate with consumers.

Interestingly, one person highlighted Windows Update, which probably isn’t exactly what you would call a fan-favorite feature. However, Windows 10 updates are now cumulative, which means that new patches include all previously released updates. This is a pretty good way to avoid “update fatigue” and situations where users decide to block all updates to avoid any interruptions in their workflow.

Last year, Microsoft said that it was finally fixing Windows Update so that your PC would no longer reboot while you’re busy. More recently, the Windows 10 May 2019 Update also allowed all Windows 10 users to pause updates for up to 35 days (Home users were previously limited to 7 days).

These Windows Update improvements are nice, but Windows 10’s real killer feature may well soon be the Your Phone app. Mac and iPhone users have been able to enjoy “continuity” features for years, with Text Message Forwarding between iPhone, iPad and Mac, seamless photo transfer between devices, and much more. Some of these things are now possible using Your Phone and an Android smartphone, but the app still remains a work in progress. However, it’s now clear that Android now has more synergies with Windows 10 that Windows Phone/Windows 10 Mobile never had, and it’s really great to access your phone’s text messages, recent pictures, and notifications right from your Windows 10 PC. A recent Your Phone update also brought a new screen mirroring feature, though it only works with select Android headsets for now.

Do you still know people who are not ready yet to update to Windows 10? If so, how would you convince them to finally make the jump? Let us know in the comments below.

Windows 10/11 Keeps Asking Me to Create a PIN [Solved]

Posted on by Vlad Turiceanu

Security was always a big thing for Microsoft, but many users reported that Windows 10 keeps asking to set up a PIN. This can become rather annoying quickly, but today, we will show you how to fix this problem once and for all.

Here’s how one user described this problem on Microsoft Answers forum:

I just updated my PC (in the middle of the day instead of 12AM like I said to, but I can’t complain about that right now) and now every time I log on, Windows asks me to set up a PIN. I do not want one.

How can I stop Windows 10 from asking for PIN?

1. Dismiss the set-up in Windows Defender

  1. Log on to your computer. When the Use Windows Hello instead of your password screen appears, click Next.
  2. In the Did you mean to cancel PIN? screen click on I’ll set up a PIN later in the bottom-left.
  3. After that, click the Windows Defender Security Center icon in your tray (bottom-right).
  4. Now, in Windows Security, in the left side-panel choose Account protection.
  5. In the right section, under Windows Hello, you will see Set up Windows Hello for faster, more secure sign-in and a Set-up button. Click it.
    account protection windows 10 keeps asking me to create a pin
  6. When it will prompt you to set-up a PIN, instead of doing that click Dismiss.
  7. After that, you shouldn’t get the prompt to set-up a PIN every time you log on to your PC.

2. Use the Group Policy Editor

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open Run, type gpedit.msc, and then hit Enter. If you found this shortcut useful, feel free to check other awesome Windows 10 shortcuts that you can use.gpedit run window stop windows 10 pin setup
  2. Navigate to Local Computer Policy > Computing Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Hello for Business.
  3. Now go to Use Windows Hello for Business policy, double-click it, and set it to Disabled. Click Apply and then OK.
  4. Restart your PC.

Disabling the policy will also help with the Your organization requires you to change your PIN error.

Note: Your path could look like this: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Logon then locate Turn on convenience PIN sign-in policy, double-click it, set it to Disabled, hit Apply and OK and then restart your PC.

3. Other workarounds

Select/Highlight the Password option

  1. When you log into your PC, under the box for your PIN/Password there are 2 icons. The left one is for PINS, the right one is for Passwords.
  2. Just click on the right one and you shouldn’t see the set-up a PIN prompt.

Create a PIN identical to your Password

include letters and symbols set up a PIN windows 10 asking to setup a pin
  1. Start the PIN set-up wizard.
  2. When you’re prompted to enter a PIN, under the box check Include letters and symbols
  3. Now you can enter your Password and use it as a PIN.

Remove Passwords from User Accounts

  1. Press Windows key + R to open Run, type netplwiz and hit Enter.
  2. Uncheck User must enter a username and password to use this computer, click Apply and OK, and you’re good to go.users must enter a user name and password bypass Windows 10 create pin

Hope that one of these solutions worked for you, as they worked for many others. If you found another way to solve the problem or have some questions, reach for the comments section below, and we’ll look.

Fortnite is the world’s most popular game, but it was almost cancelled before it launched

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Since its launch on July 27, Epic Games’ Fortnite has become the most popular video game worldwide and a true pop culture phenomenon. Having crossed more than 250 million players earlier this year, the game also had a profound impact on the video game industry, pushing Microsoft, Nintendo, and a reluctant Sony to embrace crossplay multiplayer.

But Fortnite almost never came to be. Rod Fergusson, head of the Microsoft-owned game studio The Coalition, revealed that he wanted to cancel Fortnite when he was still Director of Production at Epic Games in the early 2010’s. In an interview with Game Informer (via Business Insider), the man now responsible for the Gears of War franchise explained that early concepts of Fortnite and its “Save the World” survival mode didn’t really meet his expectations.

“If I stayed at Epic, I would have cancelled Fortnite,” Fergusson said to Game Informer. “Before I left, I tried to cancel Fortnite. Fortnite, when it was Save the World… that was a project that had some challenges. As a director of production at that time, that game wasn’t something that would’ve passed my bar to keep going.”

Fergusson did leave Epic Games in 2012, five years before the release of Fortnite. In retrospect, Fergusson did correctly predict that Fortnite’s “Save the world” didn’t really set the world on fire, but the game really took off when it offered a free battle royale mode when PUBG, the game that reinvented the genre was still in early access on PC. Fortnite Battle Royale was poised to take the lead as it was free-to-play, available on more platforms, and much more optimized than PUBG (which also uses Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 4).

Flash forward to 2019, Fergusson is now well aware that him leaving Epic Games in 2012 was ultimately a blessing in disguise. “So when people look at me and say ‘Don’t you feel bad?’ I say ‘No, you should feel really good, because that game you love, that worldwide sensation, would not exist had I stayed at Epic,” the video games veteran commented.

We may well have reached peak Fortnite in recent months, and the game was barely a part of the video games conversation during E3 2019 last week. Still, Fortnite remains a forced to be reckoned with, as you can tell by the brand new Xbox One S Fortnite Special Edition bundle that Microsoft launched earlier this month. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal (via Gameindustry.biz), Epic Games founder Tim Sweeney also emphasized that Sony enabling crossplay on Fortnite between PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch was “one of the greatest moment in Epic’s history.”

Xbox One update error code 0x8b0500b6 [TESTED FIXES]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Some Xbox One users reported experiencing an issue while trying to update installed apps.

The updates come to a halt while being blocked by a pop-up message containing the error code: 0x8B0500B6 0x00000000 0x00000200.

A user affected by this issue complained in the online forums:

I have a regular Xbox One that I have confirmed can connect to the internet, but the update is stuck at 0% downloading, and at one point after restarting and trying again I got the error code: 0x8B0500B6 0x00000000 0x00000200.

This error is apparently caused by network conflicts or Xbox Live account issues.

If you’re dealing with this annoying Xbox issue, try performing our tested solutions.

How can I fix Xbox one update error code 0x8b0500b6?

1. Verify the Xbox servers’ status

  1. First, you should make sure that the Xbox servers are running.
  2. Check the Xbox servers’ status on the official Microsoft web page.
  3. If they are down or under maintenance, you will have to patiently wait until Microsoft solves the issues they’re dealing with.

xbox server status information Xbox One update error code 0x8b0500b6

2. Test the network connection

  1. Press the Xbox button > open Settings.
  2. Choose All settings > Network > Network settings.
  3. Select Test network connection and make sure that your connection is running at optimum performance.

test network connection Xbox One update error code 0x8b0500b6

3. Toggle between network connections type

change network type Xbox One error 0x8b0500b6

  1. Try switching to a different network connection.
  2. If you’re running a wired connection, change to a wireless network and vice versa.

Xbox update fails to install? Fix update errors with this simple guide!

4. Re-add your Xbox Live account to your console

  1. Press the Xbox button > select System.
  2. Access Settings > Account > Remove Account.
  3. Choose the account to remove > select Remove.
  4. Select Close and restart your console.

remove account Xbox One update error code 0x8b0500b6

Turn the console off and restart:

  1. Turn off the console.
  2. Leave the console off for at least 2 minutes.
  3. Turn the console back on.

Add your account back:

  1. Press the Xbox button on your Controller.
  2. Select Sign in > then choose Add & manage.
  3. Enter the account login information and check the privacy settings.
  4. Choose a color for the profile > select Next.
  5. Confirm the gamerpic > choose Next.
  6. Choose between Save my password or Keep asking for my password.

5. Contact the Xbox support center

contact xbox support Xbox One update error code 0x8b0500b6

  1. If none of the above solutions helped you repair the issue, consider contacting the Xbox support team.
  2. You can get live support through the Support section on the Microsoft web site.

We hope that our list of solutions helped you fix the frustrating error. If you liked this article, leave a comment in the comment section below.

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Microsoft’s next gen Xbox console (Project Scarlett) confirmed to have a disc drive

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

In an interview with GamesIndustry, Microsoft’s Phil Spencer confirmed that the company’s next generation Xbox console, currently going by the temporary codename, Project Scarlett, will indeed have a physical disc drive.

“Yeah [physical discs are part of our future],” Spencer says in the interview. “We know, because we see it, that more and more players are buying digital. We think the experience in certain instances, specifically if I am away from my console and everything is on my hard-drive with the entitlements are all there, there are some scenarios that are easy. But we know that people still have discs.”

Given Microsoft’s recent investment in digital services such as Xbox Game Pass and xCloud plus the relatively recent release of a discless Xbox One S console, many had speculated that the next gen Xbox could very well launch with a strong focus on digital and do away with physical discs altogether.

The reality is, though, that many users simply aren’t ready for a purely digital gaming experience due to outdated and/or expensive internet infrastructure in various regions. A lot of gamers basically wouldn’t be able to use an Xbox console if it didn’t have a disc drive.

Of course, this isn’t to say that Microsoft won’t release a discless Project Scarlett in addition to the disc version. Clearly, with the release of the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition, there’s already a growing market for such a device.

Project Scarlett is confirmed to launch in late-2020. Interestingly, Microsoft has already started work on the post-Scarlett Xbox console as well.

Do you want a disc drive in your Xbox console? Share your thoughts with the community in the comments below and then follow us on Pinterest for more Xbox gaming content.

Microsoft news recap: gives back to investors with $0.46 per share dividend, first details about next-gen “Scarlett” Xbox, and more

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Microsoft news recap is a weekly feature highlighting the top Microsoft news stories of the past week. Sit back, grab some coffee, and enjoy the read!

Microsoft, the trillion dollar company, gives back to investors with $.46 per share dividend

With Microsoft remaining as a trillion dollar company since last Friday, investors have received good news with an announcement of the quarterly dividend being $0.46 per share.

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Microsoft Teams users can now react to messages with 6 different emojis

Following in the footsteps of LinkedIn which recently added reactions to posts, Microsoft Teams now allows you to react to messages with 6 different emojis, instead of just ‘like’.

Microsoft has teams around the world working on some 150 Android apps, for hundreds of millions of users

A Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft, Cesar Valiente, has spoken of Microsoft’s work with Android, following the failure of its own mobile operating system. In all, Microsoft has teams across the world that work on 150 Android apps, with large numbers of users using them.

E3 2019: Microsoft shares first details about its next-gen “Scarlett” Xbox console

At E3, Microsoft shared the first details of its next-gen Xbox console, Scarlett. Details about the power of the console were unveiled, including 8K resolutions and a higher framerate.

That’s it for this week. We’ll be back next week with more Microsoft news.

There was a Problem and we Couldn’t Continue (0x80a4001a) [FIXED]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Many users reported There was a problem and we couldn’t continue (0x80a4001a) error on Xbox One that prevents them from signing in.

One user described the error on Reddit as follows:

I’m getting this message when trying to log into my account. I have contacted support but got nothing from them so far. The password screen is also white Instead of gray. The message reads (there was a problem and we couldn’t continue 0x80a4001a). How do I fix this. . .

We managed to come up with a few solutions in order to fix this frustrating sign-in error.

How can I fix error 0x80a4001a on Xbox One?

1. Make sure the servers are running properly

  1. First of all, you have to make sure that the Xbox Servers are up and running.
  2. Check the Xbox Live Status on the official website in order to obtain reliable information.
xbox live status There was a problem and we couldn't continue (0x80a4001a)

2. Reconnect your account

sign out xbox one There was a problem and we couldn't continue xbox error
  1. Press the Xbox button > go to the Home tab and select your profile.
  2. Choose the account you want to disconnect > select Sign out
  3. Go to the Home tab > press Sign in.
  4. Choose the account you want to use and press the A button on your controller.

3. Attempt to remove and recover the Xbox profile

  1. First, remove the existing profile.
  2. Press the Xbox button > select System.
  3. Access Settings > Account > Remove Account.remove account xbox one xbox error 0x80a4001a
  4. Choose the account to remove > select Remove.
  5. Select Close and restart your console.

Secondly, you have to Power cycle the console:

  1. Turn off the console using the power button on the console.
  2. Leave the console off for about 10 seconds.
  3. Turn the console back on.

Next, you need to recover the account:

  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller.
  2. Select Sign in > then choose Add & manage.
  3. Enter the account login information and check the privacy settings.
  4. Choose a color for the profile > select Next.
  5. Confirm the gamerpic > choose Next.
  6. Choose between Save my password or Keep asking for my password.

4. Check Internet connection

check the network connection There was a problem and we couldn't continue (0x80a4001a)
  1. Perform a test on your internet connection from the Xbox settings.
  2. Hard restart your router/modem.
  3. Make sure to run a wired connection, rather than a wireless connection.
  4. Contact your Internet provider if you notice unusual internet activity.

We hope that our guide on fixing the There was a problem and we couldn’t continue (0x80a4001a) error was helpful. If you found other working solutions, share them in the comment section below.

Xbox update error code 0x8b05000f [EXPERT GUIDE]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Many Xbox One users experienced an issue with the system update, such as error code 0x8b05000f.

While trying to perform a mandatory system update, sometimes this error can interrupt the process, leaving users in a frustrating loop.

One user described this issue as follows:

Recently there is an mandatory update and im trying to update my xbox one s the update stops at 47% and this error code 0x8B05000F 0x00000000 0x90070007 comes what’s the problem can anyone help please I’m experiencing it from last 3-4 days.please help

This error could be caused by Xbox software or hardware issues.

Fixing this issue requires you to follow our solutions.

Here’s how to fix update error code 0x8b05000f on Xbox One

1. Switch to a wired connection

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  1. If you’re using a Wi-Fi connection, try switching to a wired connection instead, since it’s usually more stable.
  2. In case you’re already using a wired connection, try restarting your router or switching to Wi-Fi connection instead.

2. Perform a power cycle on your console

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  1. Press the Xbox power button on your console until it shuts down.
  2. Leave the console rested for at least one minute.
  3. Turn the Xbox back on and see if it can perform the update properly.

3. Remove additional hard drives

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  1. If you have any external hard drives connected to your console, remove them while the console is turned off.
  2. Power the Xbox back on and see if the update takes place in normal conditions.

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4. Reset the Xbox to factory settings

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  1. Press the power button on your console until it shuts down.
  2. Unplug the power cord for 30 seconds and connect it again.
  3. Press the Xbox power button.
  4. Hold down the Bind button (find it on the side of the console, next to the USB port), and the Eject button at the same time (find the Eject button on the front of the console next to the disk slot).
  5. Keep the Bind and Eject buttons pressed until you hear a second power up chime.
  6. Choose Reset this Xbox One
  7. Select if you want to fully reset the console or keep your saved contents
  8. Wait for the reset process to take place and then attempt to start the update.

If none of the solutions above worked for you, then you might be dealing with a damaged HDD. Ask for professional advice in order to get a correct diagnosis. A hard disk replacement might be needed.

We hope that our solutions helped you fix the update issue. If you liked this article, leave a comment in the comment section below.

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Printer is in Use or an Error Has Occurred: How to Fix it

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

An annoying error prevents printers from printing files on the Windows 10 operating system, and they find that the printer is in use. When attempting to initiate the printing process, the error message Another computer is using the printer pops up.

This specific issue is usually related to outdated drivers, system conflicts, or incorrect system settings. If you’ve encountered this issue and looking for a way to avoid it, consider checking our tested solutions.

How can I fix the Printer in use error?

1. Reset the Print Spooler service

  1. Press the Windows + R on your keyboard, type services.msc, and press Enter.
  2. Search for the Print Spooler service in the right pane, right-click on it, and select Stop.stop printer spooler Printer is in use by another computer
  3. Now, right-click on it again and select Start.
  4. Close the Services window and restart your computer to see if this fixed the issue.

2. Perform a printer power cycle

  1. Turn off your computer and your printer.
  2. Unplug your computer and printer from the power socket.
  3. Let it rest for a minimum of 2 minutes.
  4. Plug them back in and turn them on.

Once done with the reset, verify that the Printer is in use error is fixed.

3. Update or reinstall the printer driver

  1. Press the Windows + R, type devmgmt.msc and click OK.
  2. In the top menu, click View and select Show hidden devices.show hidden devices device manager Printer is in use by another computer
  3. Expand the Printers menu, right-click on the available device, and select Update driver.Update printer driver Printer is in use by another computer
  4. Alternatively, you can select to Uninstall driver, restart the computer, and it will automatically reinstall the printer‘s driver.

You can also use a dedicated driver updater such as Fortect Driver Updater. Using a resourceful driver database, it can find the best driver for your hardware and automatically download and install it to your PC. It can regularly scan and keep all your drivers in check.

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4. Update Windows

  1. Press the Start button and open Settings.
  2. Click Update & Security.
  3. Select Windows Update.
  4. Click Check for updates.windows update Printer is in use by another computer
  5. Let it complete the process and restart your computer if it finds any updates.
  6. After rebooting your PC, check if updating Windows fixed the issue

We hope that you can fix the Printer is in use error issue by following our guide. Before you leave, check the best printer management software for seamless operations.

If you found this article helpful, comment in the comment section below.

A request is not recognized as an internal or external command [SOLVED]

Posted on by Vlad Turiceanu

The Windows OS is keeping a list of paths to the location of the most accessed programs called Windows Environment Variables and it can access them easily. Sometimes, this list gets corrupted or messed up and that’s when a request is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.

Before anything else, look in the System32 folder to see if the program you’re trying to access exists. If it’s there and you can’t run it, then go to the solutions.

How do I solve Windows Environment Variables errors?

Solution 1 – Set the path in Windows Environment Variables

  1. In the Windows search box type environment and click on the first result(Edit the system environment variables).open system environment variables A request is not recognized as an internal or external command windows 10
  2. On the Advanced tab, in the bottom right, click on Environment variables… Environment Variables A request is not recognized as an internal or external command
  3. Under System variables, in the list, locate Path and click on it. Then click Edit.
  4. Optional step: copy all the paths there and put them in a notepad for safekeeping, just in case something goes wrong.
  5. Now check to see if the directory path of the program you’re trying to access is there. If it’s not, you’ll have to add it.
  6. Click on New and type the directory path of the program you’re trying to access (for example C: >Windows >System32).
  7. Click OK on all windows and then restart your PC.

After the restart, if you added the directory path properly, everything should work fine. Keep in mind that you can add new directory paths but you can also edit the old ones that are no longer valid.

We’ve written extensively about adding and editing the path for variables before. Bookmark this page in case you need it later. 

Solution 2 – Set the value of PATHEXT Environment Variable

  1. In the Windows search box type environment and click on the first result(Edit the system environment variables). open system variables A request is not recognized as an internal or external command
  2. On the Advanced tab, in the bottom right, click on Environment variables… choose environment variables A request is not recognized as an internal or external command
  3. Under System variables, in the list, locate PATHEXT and click on it. The click Edit.
  4. Under Variable value, you can add or delete a new extension manually. You also have the options to Browse Directory… or Browse File… to add new extensions. edit system variable hot to solve windows environment errors
  5. Check the file extension of the program you’re trying to access and then add it to the PATHEXT list of default extensions.
  6. Click OK on all windows and then restart your PC.

After you set the correct values of the environment variables, everything should work fine and you’ll be able to access your programs on Windows 10 without any problems.

If you have any more questions, feel free to reach for the comments section below.

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How to fix Windows Media Player green screen problems [FULL FIX]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Many users have experienced the Windows Media Player Green Screen on some occasions. In this article, we will discuss the different solutions on how to fix this problem.

Here’s how one user described the issue on Microsoft Answers forums:

windows media player wont play, either will windows media center. they just goto green screen, there is sound

How can I fix Windows Media Player green screen problems?

1. Edit Media Player Settings

  1. Open the Windows Media Player.
  2. On the Tools menu, Click on Options and then press the Alt key.
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  3. Click on Performance.
  4. Finally, uncheck the Turn on DirectX video acceleration.
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2. Update Display Driver

  1. Open the Device Manager.
  2. Expand the Display Adapter tab.
  3. Double click on your display adapter.
    graphics card driver windows media player green screen
  4. Click on the Driver tab and then click on the Update Driver option.
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  5. Select the desired option and follow the instructions on the screen.
  6. If this method didn’t work for you, check out our in-depth guide on how to update graphics card drivers.

Alternatively, you can use a third-party tool to update all your drivers automatically with just a few clicks.

Fortect Driver Updater keeps your system running smoothly by upgrading its drivers. This utility examines your system and discovers outdated drivers that cause outbreaks.

However, a solution like Fortect Driver Updater not only downloads and installs drivers, but also manages them by troubleshooting, backing up, and restoring them. As a result, it is worthwhile to use it!

It works with all versions of Windows and makes upgrading drivers a breeze. You may rely on Fortect Driver Updater to make such enhancements to ensure a proper update with the most recent graphics card drivers.

3. Update codecs

  1. Go to Microsoft website and download codecs.
  2. After downloading the setup file, run it to install the codecs.
  3. Alternatively, you can use third-party codec packs to fix this problem.

4. Turn off hardware acceleration

  1. First, right click on the particular video that is showing green screen.
  2. Go and select Settings from the menu.
  3. Locate Enable hardware acceleration and untick the box.
  4. Exit the window and restart it

5. Register Windows Media Player Again

  1. Start Command Prompt as administrator.
  2. In the Command Prompt, type regsvr32 wmvdecod.dll and press the Enter button.
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6. Make Sure DirectX is Updated

  1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.
  2. Type dxdiag in the command prompt window and press the Enter button.
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  3. A window will appear. Browse through to where the version of DirectX is stated and ensure that you write it down.
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  4. Open your web browser and go to the DirectX official website. If the version on the site is a newer version of the one you wrote down, download it.
  5. Open the downloaded file and Install the software on your computer.

There you go, use these solutions to fix the problems with Windows Media Player green screen on your PC. If these solutions worked for you, feel free to let us know in the comments section below.

Windows Media Player cannot copy files to your library [FULL FIX]

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

Many users have complained about their Windows Media Player not being able to copy files from the device to their library.

Here’s how one user on Microsoft Answers forum describes the issue:

Windows Media Player 12 on Windows 8.1 DOES NOT sync MP3 Library files to Flash drives or USB SD cards in USB adapter.

In Windows Media Player 12 Playlists do not transfer and individually selected MP3 files do not transfer/sync.

After Sync, the message when Windows Media Player 12 Playlists do not transfer/sync is:

And when ‘Click here’ is selected the message that is “There are no sync results to show.”

In this article, we will outline a few solutions to this problem, so let’s get started.

What to do if Windows Media Player won’t add files to library?

1. Clear Windows Media Player database Cache

  1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run window.
  2. Then, type %LOCALAPPDATA%MicrosoftMedia Player and then press the Enter button.
  3. Browse through the search results and locate wmpfolders file.
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  4. Right-click it and select the Delete option.
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  5. Restart the Media player and see if the problem persists.

2. Rebuild and Reset Windows Media Player database

  1. Press Windows Key + R.
  2. Type services.msc in the search box and Press the Enter button.
  3. Under the Services tab, browse through to find Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service.
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  4. If the Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service status is Started, click, right-click the service and choose Stop.
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  5. Now press the Windows key and R again.
  6. A Window will pop up. Type %USERPROFILE%Local SettingsApplication DataMicrosoftMedia Player in the box and hit Enter.
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  7. Select all the files on the page.
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  8. Right-click and select Delete.
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  9. After this, restart the Windows Media Player.

Now you should be able to add files from your device to Windows Media Player Library. Try these solutions and drop your comments in the box below.

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How to remove corrupted printer driver [STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE]

Posted on by Ivan Jenic

It is quite usual for printer drivers to become corrupted though strangely enough, there are no specific reasons for that happening. If that is not weird enough, it can happen anytime, and during most of the time, without any warning either. The visible symptoms of your printer drivers becoming corrupted aren’t specific too, though what’s common is that the printer is going to behave erratically.

So, if you are faced with a printer that is behaving in a manner you can’t explain, you should consider removing the drivers for the same as those are most likely to have become corrupted.

How to get rid of corrupted printer drivers

1. Remove the printer

  1. Click on Start -> Settings -> Devices.add printers and scanners corrupted printer driver
  2. Select Printers & scanners from the options on the left panel.
  3. You will get to see the list of printers or scanners installed on your device. Click on the one that is bothering you.
  4. Click on the Remove device
  5. Consent to any confirmation box that seeks to double check your decision.
  6. Follow on-screen instructions that appear.

2. Uninstall printer software

  1. Launch Print Management. To do that, you just have to type Print Management in the Cortana search box, hit Enter and select from the search result.print management corrupted printer driver
  2. In the left panel of the Print Management window, select Drivers.
  3. You will get to see a list of printer drivers shown on the right panel.
  4. Select the printer driver that you wish to uninstall. You can make multiple selections at one go.
  5. Right click on the selected drivers and click on Remove Driver Package.
  6. Click the Delete button in the next confirmatory window that pops up.

That’s it. You have now completely removed all drivers related to the printer you are having issues with.

3. Install official OEM’s driver

  1. Click on Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners.
  2. On the right, under Related Settings, click on the Print server properties
  3. In the Print Server Properties window, under the Drivers tab, your printer should already be listed.
  4. However, if your printer isn’t listed, click on the Add
  5. This will launch the Welcome to the Add Printer Driverprinters and scanners settings corrupted printer driver
  6. Click on Next.
  7. In the Processor Selection dialog box that opens, select the device’s architecture.
  8. Click on Next.
  9. In the Printer Driver Selection dialog box, select the printer manufacturer from the left panel.
  10. Select the printer driver from the right panel.
  11. Click on Next > Finish.
  12. Follow on-onscreen instructions.
  13. Click on Start > Settings > Devices.
  14. In the Devices page, select Printers & scanners from the left panel.
  15. In the Printers & scanner page, select Add a printer or scanner.
  16. Follow on-screen instructions.

If you want to save time and automate the above-mentioned steps, you can use a driver updater tool such as Fortect Driver Updater. It will check, update and repair your drivers on a regular basis.

This should be all you need to deal with a corrupted printer driver.

Meanwhile, here are some related resources for your reference.

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English to Hindi PDF Converter Software [2026 Updated List]

Posted on by Milan Stanojevic

It would be extremely frustrating to start translating a long text from a PDF written in English in a sentence-by-sentence style. This can cause you to make a lot of mistakes, and overall, it’s not an efficient way of solving this matter.

It would be much easier to be able to upload the file that needs translation into specialized software that will automatically translate it into the required language, without losing any of the data, or modifying the layout.

In this article, we will explore the best software options that allow you to simply upload your PDF file with English text inside, and download a finished PDF with every part of the text translated into Hindi. Read on to find out which one is the best for this task.

Translate English to Hindi with these 3 PDF file translators

DocTranslator

DocTranslator Best English to Hindi PDF file translator

DocTranslator is an incredibly useful online application that allows you to translate the entire Eligh’s text found in a PDF, into Hindi.

This tool works instantly, and in the process of translation, it doesn’t change any aspect of your document format or layout.

DocTranslator supports a wide range of languages (104 in total), and you don’t need to sign up or download anything to use it.

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Multilizer PDF Translator

Multilizer PDF Translator Best English to Hindi PDF file translator

The Multilizer PDF Translator is another great tool that allows you to easily translate your Eglish PDF, to the Hindi language.

If you want to use it, you simply have to download the installer and run it on your PC like you would any other app. Al that’s left to do is to upload your English PDF, select any output settings you want, and click on ‘Translate’.

The process of translation is very fast, as in my case, a 30-page English document was translated to Hindi in less than 40 seconds.

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Google Docs

Google Docs Best English to Hindi PDF file translator

Google Docs is another free software to use in order to translate your PDF file/s into the Hindi language. This program comes backed up by the entire database of Google, making it a very fast and reliable translator as well.

This software allows you to keep the layout of your PDF exactly the same as it was before the translation, and also doesn’t remove any images from the file.

If you don’t have a Google Docs account, you can visit this page to sign up. It only takes a couple of minutes.

After you’ve signed up, you can easily open Google Drive, upload the PDF you want to translate to Hindi, and then customize the options of the resulted PDF file. The process of translation usually works instantly but will take a bit longer if the PDF is extremely big.

Conclusion

In this article, we explored some of the best software found on the market in 2019 that allows you easily translate entire PDF files into the Hindi language.

Our top pick is DocTranslator. This software offers you access to a wide range of customization options for your output file, and the translation quality is very good. A close second, Multilizer PDF Translator is almost as powerful as our top pick, but with fewer customization options.

If you don’t want to download any software and are worried about installing third-party applications on your PC, you can always use the trusted Google Docs to translate your files.

Please feel free to let us know if this article helped you, by using the comment section below.

ASM to HEX File Converter Software to Configure Your Machines

Posted on by Milan Stanojevic
ASM files are programs written in a low-level programming language. These types of files can be used to create the ‘scaffolding’, based on which your programmed machine will work. In order to be able to program your microcontroller, remote controls, or office machines, you will need to transform ASM files to HEX. HEX files are the language in which your specific device (engine control system, an office server, etc.) reacts to the task it was set up to do. HEX files contain all the information needed in order to configure, set up, and use your machine, and can be stored on your hard-drive both in binary or in text format. Do you want to convert your ASM files to a HEX file in order to program your device? If the answer is ‘Yes’, then you came to the right place. In this article, we will explore some of the best software options on the market that will help you convert your ASM files to HEX with ease. Read on to find out more.    

Convert ASM to HEX files with these 4 tools

MPLAB X IDE

MPLAB X IDE Best ASM to HEX file converter software

MPLAB X IDE is a great Integrated Development Environment software that allows you to build different applications for microcontrollers, and also digital signal controllers.

This software offers you an incredibly wide range of tools to create, modify, and present your projects at a professional level. You can also use this software to convert your ASM files to HEX files, and then apply them to your machine.

The process of transforming ASM to HEX files is not as easy as the following software options, but this software has an incredible range of useful features.

You will need to be an experienced user to get the full effect of this software. If you feel a bit overwhelmed by all the customization options, you can try some of the next software options we will discuss in this article.

Here are some of the best features found in MPLAB X IDE:

  • Supports Live Code templates
  • You can configure your custom Code Format Style
  • Fast navigation
  • Fully customizable workspace
  • Can extend functionality with MPLAB IDE Plug-in manager

In order to start the conversion process, open your ASM file and run the quick-build option inside MPLAB. This will compile the entire range of data into one HEX file that you can easily export and use to program your machine.

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ASM to HEX Converter

ASM to HEX Converter Best ASM to HEX file converter software

ASM to HEX Converter is another very useful tool that enables you to easily transform .asm files to HEX, and export it in order to give life to your machine.

Compared to the previously mentioned software, ASM to HEX Converter doesn’t have a wide range of customization options, but it does offer a quick and easy way to perform your desired conversion. This software is small but does its job nicely.

Download ASM to HEX Converter

ARM Converter

ARM Converter Best ASM to HEX file converter software

ARM Converter is another light-weight converter tool that can help you transform your ASM files to HEX files. The customization options for your output file is not nearly as complex as in the case of our top choice but does the job fast.

One other good thing about ARM Converter is that the impact it has on your system is unnoticeable.

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Text Hex Convert

Text Hex Convert Best ASM to HEX file converter software

Text Hex Converter is another light-weight but useful tool that can help you perform conversions between ASM text and HEX encoding.

Because it is such a light-weight software, the impact on system resources is minimal, and the resulted HEX files are good quality.

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Conclusion

In this article, we explored some of the best software options that allow you to transform your ASM files into HEX files. Using this type of software allows you to create perfectly detailed instructions for your machine.

If you are an experienced programmer, you might want to try MPLAB. This software offers a wide range of customization options.

If you only need to transform a few files to HEX, then you can choose one of the 3 light-weight software options we presented in this list.

Please feel free to let us know if this article helped you in any way by using the comment section below.

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You do Not Have Sufficient Privileges to Delete: How to Fix

Posted on by Madalina Dinita

When working on your Active Directory Users and Computers or ADUC, on your Windows Server, you might be faced with the You do not have sufficient privileges to delete or this object is protected from accidental deletion type of error.

The error message is somewhat similar to the You do not have sufficient privileges to install issue that we covered earlier.

Join us while we take a closer look at this issue and show you the best ways to fix it.

Why does You do not have sufficient privileges to delete message appear?

You’ll encounter this message in several instances:

  • If the object is protected from accidental deletion in ADUC.
  • Your account doesn’t have inheritable permissions.
  • Date parameters are wrong.
  • Issues with the custom date classes.
  • Problems with the network connection.

How can I fix You do not have sufficient privileges to delete error?

1. Use Advanced Features on ADUC

  1. Firstly, click on View and select Advanced Features.
  2. Now right-click on the OU you want to remove and then select Properties.
    advanced features You do not have sufficient privileges to delete or this object is protected from accidental deletion
  3. Click on the Object.
  4. Simply uncheck the Protect object from accidental deletion.
  5. Now try to remove the OU in question.

By making these changes, you should be able to fix You don’t have sufficient privileges to delete or this object is protected from accidental deletion error.

2. Active Account solution

  1. Head over to the account‘s Security tab.
  2. Click on the Advanced button, and then we’re going to uncheck the Include inheritable permissions from this object’s parent box.
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  3. Simply click OK afterward to close the properties dialog. Now you can go ahead with deleting the object again.

3. Convert date parameters

  1. Convert your date and time parameter.
  2. Try setting your date and time parameters to a String type in your units.
  3. Save changes.

After doing that, check if the error message is gone.

4. Remove custom date classes

  1. Head over to the unit’s properties and remove the custom data classes.
  2. Remove any embedded units in the report using the Microsoft Report Builder.
  3. Save the changes.

5. Check your connection

  1. Make sure that you are connected to the correct data source.
  2. Ensure you’re connected to the one with the tables you need.
  3. Ensure you have permission to access that data source in question.

There you go, these are a couple of solutions you might use to fix You do not have sufficient privileges to delete or this object is protected from accidental deletion error.

For more similar issues, visit our You don’t have privileges for configuring connection guide.

Be sure to try all of our solutions, and let us know if they worked for you.

Gears 5 video game coming to Xbox One, Windows 10, and Xbox Game Pass in September, Pre-orders open

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

The Microsoft Store pages for Gears 5, the latest entry in one of the biggest first-party Xbox franchises, are now live and they confirm a variety of information fans had been wondering about in addition to reiterating some of what was said during the E3 2019 Xbox conference.

Gears 5 will release on September 10th, as an earlier leak had suggested, and will be available in a regular version and an Ultimate Edition. The Ultimate edition comes with the regular version of the game plus the Ultimate Edition Character Pack, 30 days of Boost, and four days of early access.

The game will support Xbox Play Anywhere which means that buying it on Xbox One will unlock it on Windows 10 and vice versa. Gears 5 will also support cross-platform multiplayer between Xbox One and Windows 10 versions.

Like most first-party Microsoft video games, Gears 5 will be added to the Xbox Game Pass library on Xbox One consoles in addition to the new Xbox Game Pass PC service. This means that subscribers to either (or both if they have the Ultimate subscription) will be able to play Gears 5 for free on launch day. Well, in addition to the Game Pass subscription fee that is.

Gameplay wise, Gears 5 will support local multiplayer for up to three players and online multiplayer matches with up to 10 players. It will also play in 4K UHD when played on an Xbox One X console.

As a special incentive to get people to pre-order, anyone who makes a digital pre-order of Gears 5 or pre-install Gears 5 with an active Xbox Game Pass membership before launch will receive the Terminator Dark Fate Character Pack. This exclusive DLC unlocks the characters of Sarah Connor and the T-800 Endoskeleton plus seven days of Boost.

Are you a Gears fan and are you excited for Gears 5? Which version will you buy and one what platform? Share your thoughts with the community in the comments below and then follow us on Pinterest for more Xbox gaming content.

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Xbox One digital pre-orders open for Watch Dogs: Legion, one of E3’s biggest video games

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Watch Dogs: Legion is now available to pre-order digitally on Xbox One. The game is the third in the popular Watch Dogs video game franchise and garnered a lot of buzz at this year’s E3 conference when it was officially confirmed that this entry would shy away from the single character narrative of its two predecessors and allow players to play as almost any character in the game.

The Watch Dogs: Legion reveal trailer showcased several different character options that gamers could take control of but by far the most-entertaining option shown was that of an elderly woman. You can check out the gameplay in the video below.

Watch Dogs: Legion is due out on Xbox One consoles on March 6th next year and will come in a regular version, a special Gold Edition, and an Ultimate Edition. The Watch Dogs: Legion Gold Edition comes with the regular version of the game plus three days of early access and the season pass for future downloadable content (DLC). The Ultimate Edition has everything in the Gold Edition plus four weeks of VIP status.

Pre-orders of any version will unlock the Golden King Pack DLC which adds gold skins for a pistol and vehicles in-game.

Here’s the official game description:

Pre-order now and get the Golden King pack featuring a mask and golden skins for a pistol and vehicles!

Receive up to three days early access and the season pass with the Gold Edition, including new story content and iconic heroes with unique abilities! Build a resistance from virtually anyone you see as you hack, infiltrate, and fight to take back a near-future London that is facing its downfall. Welcome to the Resistance.

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Project Scarlett won’t be the last Xbox console says Microsoft’s Phil Spencer

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Microsoft’s next generation Xbox console, currently referred to by the temporary codename Project Scarlett, will be launching during the Holiday season in 2020 but the company is already planning for its successor according to Xbox’s Phil Spencer in an interview with Giant Bomb.

“We’re not planning for Scarlett to be our last console,” Spencer said in the interview, seemingly putting to rest speculation from gamers that console generations would soon be a thing of the past. “The thing for us post Scarlett is what that next inflection point of experience. Would that actually be meaningful?”

Understandably, Spencer doesn’t give a timeframe for when Microsoft’s next next Xbox console would launch and it seems right now that they’re still trying to predict what form a console could even take several years from now. For example, with the announcement of xCloud, could it be a purely streaming console?

Also, in the interview, Spencer stated that he thought E3 this year was weaker without Sony’s presence and confirmed that Microsoft still hadn’t locked in a final name for Project Scarlet, something that will likely be decided by next year’s E3 conference.

You can watch the complete 50 minute interview below.

What do you think the future holds for video game console generations? Share your thoughts with the community in the comments below and then follow us on Pinterest for more Xbox gaming content.

How do I remove chrome.exe from Windows 10 Lock Screen?

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Google Chrome users must have seen chrome.exe on their Windows 10 Lock Screen. This executable file often appears when you are listening to music on YouTube.

You may not know that there is a specific flag in the Chrome browser that forces chrome.exe to appear on the lock screen. This flag is named as Hardware Media Key Handling.

Many users hate this feature and want to disable it. But don’t have any idea that they can get rid of the popup from their lock screen in just a few clicks. In this article, we are going to discuss the entire process in detail.

Steps to remove chrome.exe from Windows 10 Lock Screen?

  1. Launch Google Chrome and type the following command in the address bar.
          chrome://flags
  1. Search for the Hardware Media Key Handling with the help of the search bar located at the top.search Chrome flags remove chrome.exe from the Windows 10 Lock Screen
  2. Go to the address bar and paste the following code to highlight the flag.
          chrome://flags/#hardware-media-key-handling
  1. Now you can disable Hardware Media Key Handling flag by using the drop-down menu beside it. Click on the drop-down menu and select the disabled option.hardware media key handling disable remove chrome.exe from the Windows 10 Lock Screen
  2. Restart the browser to apply the latest changes.

Once you have restarted your browser, chrome.exe will not appear on the lock screen again. That’s it, no more Chrome.exe on the Lock Screen.

But, before moving on, you should probably know that there’s an alternative to Chrome that’s worth your time. Namely, we are referring to Opera One, a browser that brings everything major browsers do without sacrificing the often-neglected but vital part of the browsing experience, and namely your privacy.

This modern browser delivers lots of great functionalities that make it very unique, such as messaging apps integrated with your sidebar or a built-in VPN to keep your online identity safe.

More so, you benefit from ad-free services and great connectivity features designed for anyone who needs to be always connected.

Lastly, this Chromium-based browser also comes with a built-in AI and modular AI-ready design, to help you integrate AI technologies, current or future.

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How to fix Windows 10/11 deleted 0 bytes error [FULL GUIDE]

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Some users spot a few 0-byte files on their hard drives. However, users have also said that they can’t delete 0-byte files within File Explorer. File Explorer returns error messages stating Files do not exist and cannot be deleted for those users when they try to delete the 0-byte files.

Learn how to remove those pesky empty files by following the steps below.

How to delete a file that doesn’t exist in Windows 10?

1. Delete the 0 Byte Files With the Command Prompt

  1. Command Prompt will usually erase 0-byte files that File Explorer doesn’t delete. To erase 0-byte files with the Command Prompt, press the Windows key + X hotkey.
  2. Click Command Prompt (Admin) to open the CP.
  3. Before entering a command, right-click the taskbar and select Task Manager. Then right-click explorer.exe (Windows Explorer) in the Processes tab and select End task.
  4. Enter cd byte file path in the Command Prompt and press Enter. Replace ‘0-byte file path’ with the actual folder path of the file.
  5. Thereafter, enter del file.extension in the Command Prompt, and press the Return key. Replace ‘file.extension’ with the actual file name and its extension.
    Del command windows 10 deleted 0 bytes
  6. Some users have also said that they needed to add a wildcard (*) to the del command to erase 0-byte files. So, some users might need to enter a wildcard command like this: del file*.Del wildcard command windows 10 deleted 0 bytes
  7. Return to the Task Manager window, select Windows Explorer, and click Restart.
  8. Alternatively, users can click File > Run new task in Task Manager, enter ‘explorer.exe’ in Run, and click OK to restart File Explorer.

2. Check out Wise Force Deleter

  1. Alternatively, try deleting 0-byte files with Wise Force Deleter, which erases files that Windows seemingly can’t delete. Click the Free Download button on the Wise Force Deleter page.
  2. Open the Wise Force Deleter installer to add the program to Windows.
  3. Open the Wise Force Deleter window.Wise Force Deleter windows 10 deleted 0 bytes
  4. Select the Add file option to select the 0-byte file to erase.
  5. Press the Unlock & Delete button, and click Yes to confirm.

So, users can delete 0-byte files via the Command Prompt or with third-party software such as Wise Force Deleter. This post also provides further tips for erasing files when the usual file deletion options don’t work.

Your Browser or OS Does Not Support this Security Key [Fixed]

Posted on by Ivan Jenic

The Security key in Windows is a relatively new feature, which is designed to facilitate user access into Microsoft accounts without a password and/or username.

However, some users are getting the Your browser or operating system does not support this security key error when trying to use a security key to log in.

Users shared their concerns:

Am trying to install a security key on my microsoft account and receive the message Your browser or operating system do not support this. Am using Edge and Windows 10 version 1809 which Microsoft itself says should be used.Have successfully installed the keys with Google and Facebook, so why is this not working with Microsoft? Any advice would be welcome.

Resolve the problem by closely following the steps below.

Why won’t my security key work with this browser and OS?

1. Make sure to set up a proper security key

  1. Open your Microsoft Edge browser and paste the following URL link in the address bar:
  2. https://account.live.com/proofs/manage/additional?mkt=en-US&refd=account.microsoft.com&refp=security
  3. In the log-in window, sign in to your Microsoft account (as appropriate).login browser your browser or operating system does not support this security key
  4. Locate and select Windows Hello and Security Keys.manage your sign-in methods your browser or operating system does not support this security key
  5. Select Set up a Security Key (FIDO2-based).
  6. Select hardware option: “NFC” or “USB”. This action will prompt Windows to redirect the setup window.
  7. Slot in the security key.
  8. Log into your account again (if prompted).
  9. Generate a FIDO2-based PIN (minimum of 4 characters) for your key and follow on-screen commands to finish up the setup.
  10. Exit program.
  11. Sign back in; using your security key.

If you are unable to set up a security key via this procedure, you can go ahead and employ one or both of the solutions in this tutorial to fix the error.

2. Troubleshoot Security Key (YubiKey)

  1. Insert the key into your PC via the USB port, and check if the LED light turns on.
  2. Navigate to Control Panel > Hardware and Devices. Check if the key is recognized; you’ll see the tag – “Yubico OTP+FIDO+CCID” (or similar). If it’s recognized; you are all good; otherwise, proceed.
  3. Suppose one of the USB interfaces (OTP/FIDO/CCID) is missing. In that case, you can check if it’s disabled and then re-enable it: download Yubikey Manager, launch it, and follow prompt commands to enable/disable an interface.
  4. Also, run the U2F test: navigate to https://demo.yubico.com/u2f/ and follow the prompt commands to validate your device.
  5. You can also run the “OTP Credential” test.
  6. Try signing into your Microsoft account with the security key.

3. Try an alternative browser

Alternatively, you can try and switch to a browser that won’t cause you issues. Even though Edge is Microsoft’s product, it seems that it’s quite too often lackluster.

A browser that’s not lackluster is Opera One Browser. We assure you that this privacy-oriented Chromium-based browser will fit all your needs as soon as you get a hold of it.

If you want a reliable, well-designed, and, most of all, safe browser with Opera One Browser, you can’t go wrong. Using add-ons like the VPN and built-in ad-blocker results in a quicker and more responsive internet experience and energy savings for your laptop.

These features, together with optimized shortcuts and a variety of other features, can help you navigate the internet quickly.

In terms of performance, Opera One also has a unique Turbo option that may be used when you have a really sluggish internet connection and when switched on. Plus it comes with its own AI.

Opera One also offers data savings through compression technologies that are not seen in other browsers.

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If you are still getting the Your browser or operating system does not support this security key error message, contact support. You can get in touch with the Yubikey support team here or go ahead and disable the USB security key altogether.

Intel hires away chief architect for Xbox One, Scorpio, and Scarlett John Sell

Posted on by Kareem Anderson

Just days after Microsoft stormed E3 with news about its Stadia competitor in xCloud, its new subscription service and the specs of its upcoming PlayStation 5 rival, Project Scarlett, news has surfaced that the architect behind the company’s recent next consoles has moved on.

John Sell, the chief architect of next-gen consoles system on chip (SoC) for Xbox One, Scorpio and Project Scarlett has left Microsoft and taking his talents to Intel, according to sources close to the matter and his LinkedIn profile.

Sell will only be working tangentially on projects related to his previous project portfolio at Microsoft in that he will be tasked with helping Intel’s security wing with coming up with solutions to breaches and major exploits such as the recent Spectre and Meltdown fiascos.

Sell spent 14 years at Microsoft and will be using his knowledge of SoCs design for the company’s rather secure gaming hardware on top of his career experience at AMD, 3DO, and Apple, but now applying them at Intel.

It is not clear how Sell’s departure will affect Microsoft’s roadmap for its release of Project Scarlett, if at all, but for Intel, the move is largely a positive and should hopefully help secure the future of all devices brandishing Intel chipsets.

Forza Horizon 4’s LEGO Speed Champions expansion is now available on Xbox One and Windows 10

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Forza Horizon 4 LEGO Speed Champions, the second expansion for Microsoft’s critically-acclaimed open world racing game is now available on Xbox One and Windows 10. Microsoft unveiled the new content during its E3 press briefing on Sunday, and the Lego-themed expansion succeeds to the Forza Horizon 3 Hot Wheels DLC released back in 2017.

“In this all-new expansion for Forza Horizon 4 you are invited to explore a LEGO-themed world, with full seasonal changes. You’ll complete LEGO Brick Challenges, build and race amazing new LEGO Speed Champions cars including the McLaren Senna, the Ferrari F40 Competizione, and the 1967 Mini Cooper S Rally. You can explore an entire LEGO city, stunt park, crashed UFO site, pirate’s cove, speedway and a dinosaur graveyard,” explained Mike Brown, Principal Game Designer at Playground Games.

Forza Horizon 4 is free with Xbox Game Pass, but this expansion has to be purchased separately for $19.99. However, this second DLC is free for players who own the Forza Horizon 4 Ultimate Edition, the Forza Horizon 4 Expansions Bundle or the Forza Horizon 4 Ultimate Add-Ons Bundle.

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Microsoft’s next Surface Pen could double as a bluetooth earpiece

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Microsoft, like many other companies that offer devices reliant on peripherals, is constantly looking for the most convenient and logical way to transport those gadgets to help support their main device offering.

Recently, Microsoft pioneered the magnetic attachment area on its Surface Pro to help hold the Surface Pen in place when not in use and not it seems the company has an evolved idea about where the pen can go and be of secondary.

Based on a recently revealed patent, Microsoft may be looking into producing a less rigid Surface Pen that would double as a possible Bluetooth communication device when not being used to draw or sign documents on the Surface Pro.

The Abstract of the patent is as follows:

A computer peripheral includes a stylus having a capacitive stylus nib and an earpiece dock. An earpiece is removably dockable at the earpiece dock. The earpiece includes a speaker, an earpiece battery, and a wireless radio configured to communicatively couple with a host device. The computer peripheral further includes a charger configured to receive power, and while the earpiece is docked, to use the power to charge the earpiece battery.

Based on the description notes and the images, users will be able to flex the pen in an over the ear fashion to get the pen to comport to a Bluetooth tool capable of receiving and sending audio.

Microsoft’s vision is that the Surface Pen will retain all of its previous benefits when built completely rigid, such as inductive charging, magnetic attachment, and integrated battery while also offering new functionality in a bone conductive speaker and laser pointer hardware support.

Once again, we’re reminded these are just patents and may never see the light of day beyond that. However, it would a sort of game changer if Microsoft can pull this one off.

How to configure Microsoft Edge Insider for increased browsing privacy

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

When browsing the web, your device can accumulate scores of third-party tracking cookies which help advertisers target you across different websites. Although there’s no definitive way to prevent yourself from being monitored online, using the built-in privacy options in the new Chromium-powered Edge can give you some extra protection. We’ll walk you through configuring Edge to give you more privacy online.

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First, launch the Edge browser and click the three dots menu icon (“…”) in the top-right. From the menu which appears, click “Settings.” You’ll land on the Settings homepage. Head to the “Privacy and services” section linked in the left navigation bar.

Settings in Microsoft Edge Dev

The first option to change here is “Send ‘Do Not Track’ requests.” Enable this option to send these requests. When activated, Edge will ask websites you visit not to track you on subsequent visits. Although there’s no guarantee that websites will respect the request, some might obey and stop tracking you.

Microsoft Edge privacy settings

You can also stop Edge from sending information about how you use the browser to Microsoft. This is controlled by the “Improve Microsoft products by sending data about how you use the browser” and “Make searches better by sending info about websites you visit in Microsoft Edge.” Although this won’t stop websites from tracking you, it gives you peace-of-mind that Edge isn’t sharing your usage details with its maker. However, remember that Edge Dev/Canary are in testing, and the browser data can help to improve the product.

Microsoft Edge cookie esttings

Next, switch to the “Site permissions” section of the Settings menu. This screen lets you control which sites can access individual hardware and software features of your device. We’re interested in the first “Cookies” section.

On the Cookies page, we recommend enabling the “Block third-party cookies” option. This should disable most trackers present on webpages, since they’re usually loaded from third-party servers (such as Google Analytics). Bear in mind that some webpages might break with this option enabled, since the content might depend on third-party cookies being present.

Microsoft Edge cookie esttings

The options on this page also give you granular control over which sites can set cookies. You can blacklist and whitelist sites, or configure a site to always have its cookies cleared when you close the browser. If you want to, you can ban all cookies, although this is generally inadvisable since it will cause many sites to break. Blocking third-party cookies should let you avoid the majority of online trackers, while still being able to access most websites and apps.

These steps should be your first actions when tightening security in Edge Insider. However, you may also want to use the “Site permissions” controls to blacklist sites from using certain features – for example, if a site keeps pestering you with notifications, you can turn them off by going to “Site permissions > Notifications.”

Increasing your privacy in Edge Insider isn’t difficult, although it’s a shame Microsoft has opted not to apply some of these settings by default. Since privacy preferences can be a highly personal choice, our recommendations might not necessarily work for you. If that’s the case, just adjust the settings which make sense for you, using the menus we’ve detailed.

Microsoft will host the first India edition of ‘IoT in Action’ conference in Mumbai next week

Posted on by Radu Tyrsina

Microsoft has announced its first edition of IoT in Action conference in India to be held on June 18 in Mumbai.

The daylong ‘Solution Builder Conference’ is part of a worldwide series aimed at exploring the tremendous possibilities with IoT technologies and has covered 7 countries, 8 cities over the last 18 months with over 4000 attendees and 70+ partner showcases.

The India edition will host 600 participants, including data scientists, students, developers, government elites, start-ups, and Microsoft experts.

The event will give actionable insights into high-value IoT topics, including business transformation through new IoT business models, IoT security, the hybrid cloud, building on the intelligent edge, and leveraging cognitive services to enable innovative IoT solutions. Additionally, it will include discussions on how to use industry-aligned solution accelerators to build scalable repeatable solutions that get your IoT solution to market faster.

The in-person event will showcase how you can leverage the investments Microsoft is making with its partners to reduce development complexity and speed time to market. There will also be a Partner Solution Expo to showcase solutions in Industrial IoT, Smart Building, Intelligent Edge, and Azure Sphere and an onsite Partner-Customer Matchmaking program that will give a platform to companies and developers to connect.

What to do if my Windows doesn’t have BitLocker feature

Posted on by Ivan Jenic

BitLocker is a vital component on Windows for some users, allowing them to encrypt their partitions. However, this feature isn’t available on all Windows iterations and editions. Basically, that’s the probable reason why you don’t have BitLocker on your Windows edition. However, if you deem it necessary, we have a few things to suggest.

Windows 10 versions (editions) that have the built-in BitLocker are Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Enterprise, and Windows 10 Education. And if you’re unsure how to find which edition you run on your PC, navigate to Settings > System > About and scroll down. You should be able to see the exact edition and iteration of Windows 10 there.

Why my Windows 10 doesn’t have BitLocker?

1. Upgrade your Windows OS

  1. On your taskbar, right-click on the Action Centre.open action center my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  2. Choose All Settingsall settings action center my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  3. Click on Update & Security.choose Update & security my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  4. Now, Click Activation.activation check my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  5. Click Go to Microsoft Store.navigate to microsoft store my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  6. Buy Windows 10 Pro Package at $99.00
  7. Restart your PC afterward.

2. Use BitLocker Alternative

  1. Launch your favorite web browser
  2. Now, download and install any BitLocker alternative on your PC. Some of the recommend 3rd-party alternatives are Hasleo BitLocker Anywhere, VeraCrypt, DiskCryptor, AxCrypt, EncFS.Hasleo BitLocker Anywhere my windows doesnt have bitlocker
  3. Double-click on the executable file and follow the prompts to install the program.
  4. Now, use the newly installed program to encrypt your drive.

With those steps, we can conclude this article. Whether you choose to upgrade Windows 10 to a more advanced option or decide for third-party software, it’s your choice. We suggest the latter option as there are much more advanced tools then the built-in encryption tool that comes with the system. Albeit, BitLocker is not all that bad.

Tell us in the comments section below about your choice.

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