Some Excel users have posted on software forums asking how they can fix Excel files that don’t scroll. Those users can’t scroll down their spreadsheets with the scroll bar or their mouse wheels.
Here are a few potential fixes for Excel scrolling issues that stop you from scrolling through spreadsheets as you would usually expect.
How can I fix an Excel file that doesn’t scroll?
1. Select the Unfreeze Panes options
In most cases, users can’t scroll down Excel spreadsheets because there are frozen panes within them. To unfreeze panes in Excel, select the View tab.
Click the Freeze Panes button.
Then select the Unfreeze panes option. Thereafter, try scrolling down the spreadsheet.
2. Restore missing scroll bars
If the scroll bars are missing in Excel’s window, the scroll bar options probably aren’t selected.
Select Excel’s File tab.
Click Options to open the window in the image directly below.
Click the Advanced tab on that window.
Then select the Show vertical scroll bar checkbox.
Select the Show horizontal scroll bar option if Excel doesn’t display that scroll bar.
Click the OK button to exit.
3. Is the Shift key stuck?
You can’t scroll down windows with the Shift key pressed. So, it might be worth checking if the Shift key is in any way jammed. If so, you probably won’t be able to scroll down in other software along with Excel.
The best way to fix jammed keys is to clean the keyboard by shaking it upside down and blowing the keys with compressed air duster cleaners.
4. Deselect the Zoom on roll with IntelliMouse option
If a Microsoft IntelliMouse wheel zooms in on a spreadsheet instead of scrolling down it, you probably need to deselect the Zoom on roll with IntelliMouse option. Select the File tab in Excel.
Click Options on the left of Excel.
Select the Advanced tab on the window that opens.
Deselect the Zoom on roll with IntelliMouse checkbox if selected.
Press the OK button.
So, those are some of the best resolutions for fixing Excel spreadsheet scrolling. Remember that you can also open the file that doesn’t scroll in Excel within an alternative spreadsheet application.
One of our readers said that he manage to fix the problem by selecting all the cells in the spreadsheet and making the automatic height adjustment.
The spreadsheet will probably scroll fine in applications such as LibreOffice Calc.
If you have any other questions or suggestions, leave them in the comments section below and we’ll be sure to check them out.
One of the problems that troubled a lot of PC users is that the screen gets stuck on the following message: Getting Windows ready. Don’t turn off your computer.
The message is displayed so you understand that some optimization and configuration processes are working and you shouldn’t disrupt them by turning off your machine.
If your computer is stuck on getting Windows ready, then read on to find out how long to wait for and when to take action and fix the issue.
Getting Windows ready – how long to wait for?
Note that the estimated waiting time is around 5 minutes or so. However, some users were waiting for ages, and it seems that this issue is more prone to HP, DELL, and Lenovo PC and laptop users.
You can usually figure out if the process is stuck if there is no animation on the Getting Windows ready screen.
Why is my computer stuck at the Getting Windows ready screen?
There are various issues that can occur with Windows updates, and in this article, we’re going to focus on the following problems:
Getting Windows ready infinite loop/ update loop/ boot loop/ restarting loop – Many users reported that they are stuck in a restart loop that prevents them from accessing Windows
Getting Windows ready after a restart – This issue is most likely caused by an incomplete update, and Windows will try to finish its installation every time you restart your PC
Getting Windows ready working on updates – This is a variation of this message that appears usually after a major Windows update. To fix this problem, be sure to try some of the solutions from this article
Getting Windows ready stuck after update – In certain cases, this can appear after installing an update; sometimes the installation process isn’t finished and that causes this message to show up
It’s hard to address this issue, though, since you’re unable to reach your system and perform troubleshooting. Here are some workarounds you can try out below.
How can I fix Getting Windows Ready stuck?
1. Hard shut down your PC
After some time, you should hard shut down your PC. Keep in mind that this isn’t as dangerous as some would say. The procedure may be finished after a while, but the screen will remain in an idle state.
The best way to determine the right time for the hard restart/shutdown is to look at the HDD activity lamp. If the lamp isn’t blinking, that means that the procedure is over, and you should shut down your PC.
If the system starts as intended, you should be good to go. If that’s not the case, your only viable option is to start the reinstallation procedure from scratch.
But this time we advise you to perform a clean reinstall. There’s a grave danger that your system won’t perform like it’s supposed to after this kind of failure.
2. Perform a Startup Repair
Hold the Shift key down and press the Power button at the same time.
Continue holding the Shift key, while the machine is powering on.
When the PC restarts, you’ll see a screen with a few options. Click Troubleshoot.
Click on Advanced options.
In the Advanced options menu, choose Startup Repair.
In the Startup Repair screen, choose an account. You’ll need an account with Administrator privileges to continue.
After entering the password, click Continue.
Wait for the process to finish and restart your PC afterward.
3. Perform a clean reinstallation
A clean reinstallation should get you going and fix the Getting Windows Ready stuck issue. Make sure you back up sensitive data from the system partition and have your license key ready because otherwise, you’ll be in a lot of trouble.
Moreover, the reinstallation process is not as lengthy and you should be able to finish it in less than one hour or so, including driver check-up and customization of the system to your liking.
To perform a clean installation of Windows 10, you’ll need to create a Windows 10 installation media using the Media Creation Tool. Since you can’t access your PC, you’ll have to create installation media on another PC. After doing that you need to follow these steps:
Connect the Windows 10 installation media to your PC and boot from it. Keep in mind that you might have to press the appropriate key or change your boot priority in BIOS in order to boot from Windows 10 installation media.
Choose the desired language and click on Next.
Click on Install Now and follow the instructions on your screen. Keep in mind that clean install will remove all files from the selected drive, so be sure to back up important files beforehand.
In addition, you must select the correct drive in order to perform a clean install. If you accidentally select the wrong drive, you’ll remove all files from that drive, so be extra cautious.
Just select the recently installed app and select Uninstall.
If your Windows update process went smoothly prior to installing particular software on your computer, then we may have found the culprit.
That means that probably, the respective software solutions are not fully compatible with the latest Windows 10 OS version, you may encounter update errors.
So, before downloading any software on your PC, make sure it’s fully compatible with your OS.
In this case, use the Power button to turn off your computer, power it back on, and uninstall any recently installed apps and programs. Then restart your machine and check for updates again.
The installation process of Windows gradually becomes easier with every new system introduction. Most of us remember the lengthy installation procedure of XP, with all the buzz about drivers and initial setup. Luckily, that’s not the case with Windows 10.
But there’s good reasoning why users detest oversimplified installation processes. Firstly, most of your drivers are auto installed through the setup.
Secondly, there’s something that may go wrong with the installation. And when that happens, you may run back to Windows 7 or even good old Windows XP.
Another common issue encountered by users is Preparing Windows is Stuck. Learn to fix it by following our solutions in the dedicated guide.
We certainly hope this will help you upgrade to the latest Windows edition and unblock the computer stuck on Getting Windows ready.
If you have any comments or questions about your Getting Windows Ready stuck issue experience, make sure to post them below.
Surface Pro 4 is indeed a great Windows 10 device, but that doesn’t mean you won’t experience any software-related problems while using your tablet. A lot of users reached to us, reporting an annoying issue which usually happens during the boot sequence — the Surface Pro gets stuck on preparing to configure Windows situation.
This error is caused by a Windows 10 update. It can be a small OS improvement or even a driver update which will require a system restart. Well, during that restart you will receive the usual ‘Preparing to configure Windows. Do not turn off your computer’ message. The issue is that everything will get stuck and your tablet will ‘try’ to complete the update process for like seems an eternity. Anyway, here is how you can fix this Windows 10 malfunction:
How to fix Surface Pro stuck on preparing to configure Windows?
Well, if you’re stuck on preparing to configure Windows it means that your Surface Pro 4 is trying to apply the updates. Sometimes this process can take a while and that’s not strange at all since particular update patches are applying numerous files and software on your device. So, the first thing to do is to be patient.
You should wait for at least 3 hours in order to see if something happens. Just remember to plug in the charger first and then you can consider letting it go overnight if that’s not a problem for you. However, if after 3 hours nothing changes, consider applying the methods from below or even performing a full factory reset on Surface Pro if necessary.
2. Force power off your Microsoft Surface Pro 4
If you’re still stuck on the preparing to configure Windows message, then you should force shut down your tablet. In that way you can stop the update process and initiate a fresh restart – hopefully, everything will be working normally afterward.
So, for powering off your device you need to press and hold the Power button until everything switches off – don’t worry, if nothing happens first; keep pressing the Power key for a minute or so.
3. Disconnect all peripherals
If peripherals are attached to your Surface Pro 4, then the update process might freeze. Therefore, switch off your tablet and then remove any connected peripherals before initiating a fresh restart.
You should remove all the connected devices including external hard drives, SSD, USB flash drives, keyboard, mouse and so on. Then, initiate a fresh restart and if everything works well, reconnect your peripherals.
4. Boot into the Safe Mode
You can also try booting into the Safe Mode. There might be a minor stall caused by a driver failure. It’s more than an unexpected circumstance, considering that Surface Pro 4 is a Microsoft’s device, but nothing is impossible. After you boot into the Safe mode, you can disable certain devices from the Device Manager, and reboot your PC. This should allow Windows 10 to load and then you can re-enable devices and they should be automatically updated.
Follow these steps to boot into the Safe mode on Surface Pro 4:
Reboot your PC forcibly 3 times to summon theAdvanced recoverymenu.
ChooseTroubleshoot.
SelectAdvanced Optionsand thenStartup settings.
ClickRestart.
Choose Safe Mode (or Safe Mode with Networking).
Right-click Start and open Device Manager.
Disable secondary devices. Just expand the section, right-click on the device and choose Disable device from the contextual menu.
Reboot your PC and, hopefully, this will get you past the initialization screen.
5. Repair or restore Windows 10
If you cannot manage to resolve the Surface Pro 4 stuck on preparing to configure Windows problem you should consider in repairing or in restoring the Windows 10 system (in this case a hard reset might not be enough, that’s why I’m guiding you directly to a more complex troubleshooting solution). On the Surface Pro 4, you can initiate a system repair or a system restore by following:
Press and hold the Windows start icon and choose Control Panel from the list that will be displayed.
Use the Control Panel search box and type recovery.
Select Recovery and navigate towards Open System Restore and tap on Next.
For initiating a reset go to Settings and access Update & Security.
Tap on Recovery and choose Reset this PC and when done choose “Get started”.
These solutions should help you fix your Surface Pro 4 after it got stuck on preparing to configure Windows. If you are still dealing with this issue, consider taking your device back to service and ask for further technical assistance. If there are any major problems, your warranty should cover everything, so from this point of view, you have nothing to worry about.
Let us know how you managed to fix this error in the comments field below.
The Windows Update error 80244010 can arise in various Windows platforms. When Windows can’t search for and find new updates, users see an 80244010 error code.
The error message states:
Windows could not search for new updates.
It’s an issue that often arises on desktops or laptops connected to a LAN network. If you need to fix error code 80244010, check out the potential resolutions below.
What causes the windows update error 80244010?
There are several possible causes for the Windows Update error 80244010. Some of the most common causes include:
Network connectivity issues – This error can sometimes occur if your computer cannot connect to the internet or the Windows Update servers.
Firewall or antivirus software – Your firewall or antivirus software may be blocking the Windows Update process.
Corrupted system files – This error can also be caused by corrupted system files, preventing the Windows Update process from completing successfully.
Insufficient disk space – If your hard drive is full or almost full, this can cause the Windows Update process to fail.
Pending updates – If you have pending updates waiting to be installed, this can also cause the error 80244010 to occur.
To fix this error, you may need to troubleshoot your network connectivity, and try the suggestions listed below.
How do I fix the Windows Update error 80244010?
1. Run the Windows Updater troubleshooter
First, open the Windows Update troubleshooter, which might provide some resolutions for error 80244010.
To do that via the Control Panel, press the Windows key + R hotkey.
Input Control Panel in the Open text box, and click the OK button.
Select the All Control Panel Items option shown below.
Click Troubleshooting to open the applet directly below.
Click View All, and then select Windows Update.
Click Advanced to select an Apply all repairs automatically option.
Press the Next button.
Select the Apply this fix option.
2. Run a System File Checker Scan
As error 80244010 can be due to corrupted system files, a System File Checker scan might resolve it.
Press the Windows key + S hotkey.
Enter cmd in the search box.
Right-click Command Prompt to select Run as administrator.
Enter this command first:
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth.
Press the Return key after entering.
Then enter sfc /scannow in the Command Prompt, and press the Return key.
Wait for the SFC scan to finish. Restart Windows if the scan repairs files.
3. Reset the update components
Resetting Windows Update’s components might fix error 80244010.
To do that, open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
Then input the separate commands below:
net stop wuauserv
net stop cryptSvc
net stop bits
net stop msiserver
Enter the command ren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old, and press the Return button.
Then input ren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.old in the Prompt, and press the Enter key.
Input these commands separately to restart their services:
net start wuauserv
net start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver
4. Enable the Detection Frequency in Group Policy Editor
If you’re encountering error 80244010 on a network server or client, try enabling Detection Frequency with the Group Policy Editor.
Open the Run accessory.
Input gpedit.msc in the Open box and click OK to open Group Policy Editor.
Then click Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates, Windows Components, and Windows Updates on the left of Group Policy Editor.
Double-click the Automatic Updatedetection frequency policy on the right of the window.
Select the Enabled option.
Then enter a value less than the default 22 in the interval text box.
Click the Apply option.
Click OK to close the window.
5. Reset Windows
Resetting Windows to refresh it might also fix error 80244010.
You can reset Windows 10 by entering reset in the search box.
Click Reset this PC to open the Settings window as shown directly below.
Click Get started to open the Reset this PC window.
Those are a few of the confirmed fixes for error 80244010. Let us know which of these solutions worked for your PC by leaving us a message in the comments section below.
PowerPoint presentations combine a variety of media into slideshows. Most PowerPoint users will probably add at least a little audio and video to make the presentations more interesting.
However, PowerPoint doesn’t support every media format. So if the application isn’t playing audio and video in a presentation, that’s probably due to incompatible media formats or not having the required codecs for them.
What to do if you can’t play audio or video in PowerPoint
1. Set the Media Compatibility
Go to the File menu, and select Info.
PowerPoint will detect if your media is incompatible with the program, and the Optimize Media Compatibility option will appear. So, select that option, and PowerPoint will optimize the embedded media.
Let the wizard scan the embedded media. If an immediate solution is available, the wizard will resolve the problem automatically.
If PPT cannot play media, the first thing we’re going to try is setting the proper media compatibility settings in PowerPoint. This option will set everything in place, allowing you to play the embedded media seamlessly.
If the Optimize Media Compatibility option can’t resolve the problem, it’ll at least show you the culprit. Using that info, you’ll know what to do further. This brings us to our next three solutions…
2. Use a different presentation software
We know that everybody uses PowerPoint to create and play presentations but why not try a different tool? You can find various programs that will offer the same or better value, and help you create impressive projects.
Using the right program, you will create dynamic slideshows with media like video clips, music, or animated graphics that grant others appreciation.
You can benefit from all features offered by these practical tools and choose the one from professional presentation software that suits your needs the best.
3. Check the codecs
If sound won’t play in PowerPoint, it’s possible that you don’t have the right multimedia codecs installed on your computer.
So, check your codecs, if you have any installed already, make sure to update them. If not, install them.
We’ve come to the probable core of the problem. In fact, if you’re unable to play video or audio in your PowerPoint presentation, there’s a huge chance you’re using an unsupported media format.
When it comes to audio, PowerPoint 2010 mainly uses WAV files! So, if you’re using an MP3 file in your presentation, you may encounter some problems.
Things are slightly better in PowerPoint 2016. In addition to .wav files, this version also supports .m4a files encoded with AAC audio. Any other format is not guaranteed to work.
As for videos, the range of compatible formats is also quite limited. Microsoft recommends .wmv files for PowerPoint 2010, while the 2016 version adds up .mp4 files encoded with H.264 video and AAC audio.
Microsoft also notes that Flash videos might not work in the newer versions of PowerPoint (2013 and 2016).
5. Convert your audio or video file
As we said, even though PowerPoint may support the current format of your video or audio, it’s always the best idea to simply convert it to .wmv/.wma.
So if PowerPoint sound is not working, be sure to use a file converter and turn it into a suitable model.
6. Set the link value
Go to Tools > Options.
Select the General tab.
Set the value for Links Sounds With File Size Greater Than 500000 KB (or whichever size is larger than the file you’re trying to embed).
Click OK to save the changes.
Although using .wma files is recommended, it might be impractical. Mostly because .wma files are larger than other formats. And since PowerPoint has a little thing called limited link value.
This option prevents you from including large files in your presentation. So, if your file exceeds the limit, you won’t be able to embed it.
So If PPT cannot play media, be sure to this little trick.
7. Clear the TEMP folder
Press the Win key + R.
In the Run window, enter the following path:%temp%
Select all the files with the TMP extension.
Delete the files.
Restart your computer.
Tons of temporary files are stored in your TEMP folder, and that may affect PowerPoint. So, if you’re sure you’re using the right formats and have all the necessary codecs installed, try clearing this folder.
Hopefully, this should help you if PowerPoint cannot play media files.
So those are a few ways for you to fix PowerPoint presentations that aren’t playing video and audio.
Make sure the media file formats are compatible with PowerPoint and have the required codecs.
Sometimes certain errors such as the Windows Update error 80072EFE Server 2012 r2 can appear and prevent you from downloading updates. This can be a major issue since you can leave your system vulnerable.
However, there’s a way to fix this problem, and in today’s guide, we’re going to show you how to fix this error once and for all.
Additionally, this Windows update error 80072EFE server 2012 r2 can indicate that you don’t have internet access or it is not properly configured to get the security update.
How can I fix the Windows Update Error 80072EFE Server 2012 r2?
1. Use the command line
Press Windows Key + X and select PowerShell (Admin) from the list. You can also use Command Prompt.
After running these commands, check if the Windows could not search for new updates Windows Update Error 80072EFE Server 2012 r2 message still appears.
2. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Open the Settings app. You can do that quickly with Windows Key + I shortcut.
Navigate to the Update & Security section.
Select Troubleshoot from the menu on the left and go to Additional troubleshooters.
Select Windows Update and click on Run the troubleshooter.
Wait for the scan to finish.
After the scan is finished, check if the problem is still there.
3. Download the update manually
If the solutions above didn’t work out, you can also try and download and install the update manually on your PC.
According to users, this can help you fix the issue and you can find and install your missing update on Microsoft Update Catalog.
Hence, you can just type the name of your server update and follow the process to manually install it on your computer.
4. Instal the SSU
In order to install a security update for Windows Server 2012, you need to also have installed the SSU (Servicing stack updates)
This service assures the reliability of the update process while installing the latest quality updates. It’s recommended to install it first and avoid updating issues.
More exactly, when you install a new security update on your system, you should see the latest SSU available and install it first.
5. Create a new administrator account
Open the Settings app and go to Accounts.
Select Family & other users and click on Add someone else to this PC.
Select I don’t have this person’s sign-in information.
Now select Add a user without a Microsoft account.
Enter the username and password for the new account.
Switch to the new account and check if the issue still appears.
If the Windows Update Error 80072EFE Server 2012 r2 message is gone, it means that you had some file corruption issues, but creating a new account usually fixes that. Now you just have to migrate all your files from the previous user account to the new one.
Windows could not search for new updates error messages can leave your system vulnerable, but we hope that our solutions helped you fix the problem.
If you found a different solution on your own, feel free to share it with us in the comments section below.
Looking for the best-automated trading software? You’re in the right place. Today, we’ll walk you through the best options that’ll help you speed up the process, get precision, and take the emotion out of trading.
With these platforms, you can automate your trades, backtest strategies, and access real-time market data, all at the push of a button. Whether you’re into stocks, crypto, or options, we’ve got you covered.
What are the best automated trading software for Windows PC?
Disclaimer: Copy Trading does not amount to investment advice. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk.
eToro is a social trading platform designed for beginners and experienced investors alike. It allows users to automatically copy the trades of seasoned traders, making it ideal for those with limited time or experience.
It supports trading in a wide range of assets and provides transparent fees and educational tools to guide users through their trading journey.
✅ Pros
Award-winning CopyTrade technology, enabling users to automatically replicate the actions of an experienced investor
Over 2000 available assets
Social trading network
Ready-made portfolios
Clean and responsive interface
Advanced charting
Transparent fees
Educational content via the eToro Trading Academy
❌ Cons
eToro USA LLC does not offer CFDs, only real Crypto assets are available
A withdrawal fee of $5
eToro
Minimize your risks and copy the trades of the most successful investors across the world with eToro.
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TradingView is a cloud-based trading platform with a social community of over 10 million investors. It stands out for its intuitive charting and real-time alerts. It offers a vast library of user-generated strategies and technical indicators.
Those can be integrated into your trading approach. The platform is designed for traders who value real-time market analysis and a vibrant social trading community for sharing insights and strategies.
✅Pros
Over 100,000 strategies generated by the community
Automated analysis
Modern and intuitive interface
Wide library of technical indicators, including over 5000 indicators made by users
Pine Script Native language, allowing scripts and indicators to be created with fewer lines of codes
Direct market access
Cloud-based and server-side trading alerts for price, indicators, strategies, and drawing tools
Mobile apps for iOS and Android
❌ Cons
Limited level 2 market data
No offline usage
TradingView
Explore a modern trading experience with TradingView.
ZuluTrade was founded in 2007. It’s an online trading platform with some social elements and the ability to copy trading options and add automation.
Regulated by the HCMC, they offer APIs for traders, scripts, and auto-execution options. They’ve gained a lot of respect back in 2015 when the platform was awarded an EU Portfolio Management License.
Since you are looking for automated trading software, here are the 3 main features of ZuluTrade.
The Automator
As early as 2016, this functionality was added.
Based on the rules that you add, when certain events occur, the Automator will send you an email notification or will automatically execute certain actions.
ZuluScript
Basically, this offers the chance to talk to trading bots by creating scripts.
This trade automation allows you to perform much more trades than if you were to place orders manually.
ZuluGuard
With so much automation going on, you might risk losing everything in case of glitches.
This unique feature for risk management asks for the amount of capital you have available and calculates a trading exit value for all opened trades.
In case the specified threshold is achieved, then all open positions will be automatically closed, thus minimizing any potential loss.
Learn2Trade provides forex trading signals and in-depth educational content aimed at both novice and experienced traders.
Through its private Telegram channel, users receive real-time trading alerts and access to expert analysis.
The platform is known for its comprehensive resources, which include forex courses, strategy guides, and market updates, making it an ideal choice for those looking to improve their trading skills.
SierraChart is a powerful charting and technical analysis platform, ideal for traders seeking customization and flexibility.
It allows users to access real-time market data from global financial markets and supports multiple data services.
With its lightweight design and offline data access, SierraChart ensures that users can continue trading and analyzing markets even when disconnected from the internet.
✅ Pros
It is lightweight and can easily be modified
Simple, stable and offers helpful Support
Very good trading software
It is appealing
❌ Cons:
The built-in backtesting is buggy and not very elegant when it comes to designing systems to backtest
Loss of internet connection usually results in malfunction
Ninja Trader has multiple interfaces such as the Chart Trader, SuperDOM, and the FX Board.
The Chart trader includes drawing tools and allows users to place and modify orders from one main window. It also includes some trade management features such as profit targets and more.
The second interface option, The Super Dom is configured as a real-time visual order book. It offers live insights into the markets.
The FX Board displays trading trends in a tile-type layout. Users can quickly submit orders and check all active orders in just a few clicks.
✅ Pros
In milliseconds, users can submit and manage their stop loss and profit target orders
Orders and trades can be placed and managed directly within a chart
Order Entry Hot Keys: Drive order submission, cancellation, modification, and close positions
Users can run automated trading strategies
Various orders can be submitted in order to protect an open position, when one is filled, the other is canceled automatically
Users can set up complex alerts that will trigger based on pre-defined alert conditions
Users can make use of tabbed windows in order to maximize screen real estate and enhance the efficiency of the workspace
SuperDOM Indicators and Columns
Demo mode is free to use
Several brokerage offerings
C# programming provides extreme flexibility
Several charting types are supported
Great technical support
❌ Cons
The data feed is not included
Programming is usually longer compared to other platforms
Loss of internet connection will result in a malfunction
AvaTrade is a versatile trading platform that offers both automated trading and risk management tools.
It supports a wide range of assets, including forex, stocks, and cryptocurrencies, and provides features like AvaProtect, which helps limit potential losses.
AvaTrade’s user-friendly interface makes it easy for traders of all levels to access the tools they need while ensuring compliance with international regulations.
✅ Pros
Risk tolerance
Management tools
Over 1,000,000,000 strategies are available
A user-friendly interface
Simple Usage
Enables advanced strategies for all traders
Automatic Updates. It updates directly on the platform daily, to ensure strategies and current market status synchronize
Traders from all levels can easily benefit from their services
Unique Algorithm
❌ Cons:
Loss of internet connection usually results in malfunction
ProTrader is a high-functionality trading platform designed for professional traders. It combines market analysis tools with an attractive, customizable interface.
The platform allows users to trade multiple asset types, such as stocks, forex, and options, with a focus on providing real-time market insights.
ProTrader’s professional design and customizable workspaces ensure that traders can tailor their experience to suit their needs.
✅ Pros:
Market analysis
Running of Algorithmic strategies
Risk management
Investors are able to set up their trading terminal exactly the way they desire it to be, even down to the color scheme.
Workspaces view creation
ProTrader trading platform has two pre-loaded workspaces, the Beginner and Professional, in order for users to select the one that fits their requirements easily without bothering about customization
The overall design is professional-looking and beautiful
The platform contains market features that a lot of investors are in need of
It allows the trading of a wide range of instruments and assets, providing investors the option of selecting forex, stocks, options, CFDs, and futures
❌ Cons:
The charting area of the ProTrader platform is small
Automated trading software comes with lots of advantages and very few disadvantages. These solutions enable users to trade while sleeping, lower emotion due to its ability to make non-subjective trades, and also it has a micro-second decision processing ability.
Go for the one most suitable for you. Click on the software link available at the end of the description.
Is automated trading worth trying?
Automated trading is not inherently more profitable than human-monitored trading, but it has the benefit of saving a lot of time and completely removing emotion-based decision-making.
They can be very beneficial for beginner traders, as they can automate and copy trades of more experienced investors.
Pros:
Backtesting
Increased order speed
It lets you trade from multiple accounts simultaneously
Objective decision making
Convenient
Cons:
Algorithms may fail
Risk of overfitting and wrongfully predicting positive results
Highly dependent on good connection speed
Can you automate day trading?
Day trading can be automated with the help of the above-mentioned tools. Users prefer to implement automation when they already have good indicators that their strategy is going to have a positive outcome.
Automated trading software can be just as valuable for saving time, getting the best price, and removing some of the risks of day trading as they are for any other type of trading.
There is always a risk of loss, both in manual and automated strategies, so it is highly dependent on the user’s intentions and preferences.
To learn more about trading and the tools that help, visit our dedicated Trading Hub.
If you are looking for the right tools to accelerate your business, visit our Business Software section.
The error0x8e5e03fa is a Windows Update issue that arises for some users when trying to manually install specific cumulative updates, such as KB30814444, via Settings.
The error message states, There were problems installing some updates, but we’ll try again later.
The error message also includes error code 0x8e5e03fa along with the update details.
Read more about the solutions below.
How can I fix Windows Update error code 0x8e5e03fa?
The Windows Update troubleshooter is included in Win 10 to resolve update errors.
That troubleshooter doesn’t always fix update errors, but it might still be worth running to see if it provides a resolution. Users can open the Windows Update troubleshooter as follows.
Launch Cortana with the Windows key + Q hotkey (or click in the Type here to search box in Windows 10 1903).
Then enter ‘troubleshoot’ in the search box, and click Troubleshoot settings.
Select the Windows Update troubleshooter within the Settings app.
Click Run the troubleshooter to open the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Thereafter, the troubleshooter might detect and automatically fix error 0x8e5e03fa. If so, it will provide some further details.
2. Reset the Windows Update Components with a batch file
This is a resolution users have widely confirmed fixes error0x8e5e03fa. The resolution runs a batch file that resets Windows Update components.
This is how users can reset Windows Update components with a batch file.
Open Cortana’s search box.
Input the keyword Notepad in Cortana’s search utility. Then click Notepad to open that text editor’s window.
Then enter (or copy and paste) this text into Notepad:net stop wuauservnet stop cryptSvcnet stop bitsnet stop msiserverren C:WindowsSoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.oldren C:WindowsSystem32catroot2 Catroot2.oldnet start wuauservnet start cryptSvc
net start bits
net start msiserver
Click File and select Save as to open the window in the snapshot directly below.
Then select All Files in the Save as type drop-down menu.
Enter Fix.bat in the File name text box.
Select to save the file to the desktop.
Press the Save button.
Then close Notepad.
Now users should find a Fix.bat file on the desktop. Right-click Fix.bat to select the Run as administrator option.
Click Yes on any UAC dialog box that opens to run the batch file.
Thereafter, the Command Prompt will open and reset Windows Update components.
3. Install the Update Within an Alternative User Account
The required updates might download and install without any issues within an alternative Windows account. So, setting up a new user account might be worth a shot.
This is how users can activate a built-in admin account from which they try installing Windows updates.
Right-click the Start button to open a menu, and then select Run to open that accessory.
Enter cmd in Run, and press the Ctrl + Shift + Enter keyboard shortcut.
Enter net user administrator /active:yes in the Prompt’s window and press Return to activate the built-in admin account.
Close the Command Prompt.
Log out of Windows, and then log back in with the new Administrator account.
Check for updates within the new Administrator account.
Those resolutions should fix error 0x8e5e03fa for some users.
Note, however, that users can also manually download and install the required updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Thus, users can get the updates from there instead of clicking the Check for updates button in Settings.
Sharing your workspace with multiple users becomes so much easier with the introduction of cloud-based applications, like SharePoint. Users can do everything within the browser without resorting to desktop applications. However, seamless in theory, this approach seemingly has some issues going against it.
Some users were unable to save changes to online files and were met with the ‘Unable to Save your Changes, please save a local copy’ error.
What to do if SharePoint won’t save changes in a browser
1. Clear the browser’s cache
Let’s start by clearing the browser’s cache. The error while saving files you’ve made changes to almost exclusively affects the online-based SharePoint version. This might occur due to various reasons, and the usual suspect is a widespread bug that is, allegedly, solved.
However, you can always try and use an alternative browser or, furthermore, clear the cache from the one you normally use.
Here’s how to clear the browser’s cache:
Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox
PressShift + Ctrl + Delete to open the “Clear browsing data” menu.
Select “All time” as the time range.
Focus on deleting ‘Cookies’, ‘Cached Images and Files‘, and other site data.
Click on the Clear Data button.
Microsoft Edge
OpenEdge.
PressCtrl + Shift + Delete.
Check all the boxes and click Clear.
2. Try an alternative browser
This is another viable step. The majority of Microsoft applications (older ones especially) work best with either Internet Explorer or Edge. You can give it a go and look for improvements. If the problem is persistent make sure to move to additional steps.
Another very reliable, secure, and error-free option browser is Opera One. It’s fast, simple, and implements lots of useful features, such as VPN and AI.
Moreover, making sure that the user is allowed to make changes to the affected file is of utmost importance. Some reports state that the changes are not saving for some users while others can make them without problems. That’s why we suggest confirming that an affected user has the necessary permissions.
In addition, some tried resetting permission settings and this resolved the issue at hand.
4. Save the file locally and re-upload it
Finally, if none of the previous steps worked for you, we advise you to try saving changes locally on your system and re-uploading it to SharePoint again. Issues like this happen rarely, but the file might get corrupted and thus it can’t be edited in the cloud workspace. The error prompt suggests that so try to follow it through and, hopefully, the problem won’t reoccur anymore.
That’s it. Make sure to tell us whether these steps helped you or not in the comments section below.
Windows update errors are not uncommon. For example, one update issue has an error message that states, Some update files are missing or have problems.
That error arises for some users when they try to download and install updates via Settings. Consequently, Windows can’t install the updates.
Some update files are missing or have problems error poses a significant security threat to most, and you must fix things at the earliest. And you will be able to after going through the following sections.
How can I fix the Some update files are missing or have problems error?
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Press the Windows + I to open Settings, and click on Update & Security.
Select the Troubleshoot tab, and click on Additional troubleshooters on the right.
Select Windows Update and then click on the Run the troubleshooter button.
Now, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
Once you have run the troubleshooter successfully, verify if the Windows Update some update files are missing 0x8007000d error along with any other problems you may have with the update process is resolved.
2. Run a system file scan
Type Command Prompt in the Search menu, and click Run as administrator.
Click Yes in the UAC prompt.
First, input the following command and hit Enter: DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth
After that, type in this file check command and press Enter: sfc /scannow
Wait for the SFC scan to complete and display the result.
Once done, the Some update files are missing error should be resolved. If not, head to the next solution.
3. Reset Windows Update components
Press Windows + R to open the Run command, type services.msc, and click OK.
Right-click the Windows Update, Application Identity, Cryptographic Services, and Background Intelligent Transfer services listed there and select Stop from the context menu.
Next, press Windows + E to open File Explorer, and head to the following location: C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download
Then, press the Ctrl + A hotkey to select all items within that folder.
Hit the Del key, and choose the appropriate response in case a confirmation prompt appears.
Now, head back to Services, right-click on Application Identity, Cryptographic Services, Background Intelligent Transfer, and Windows Update services, and select Start from the context menu.
Once done with the reset, verify if the 0x80073712 Some update files are missing or have problems error is fixed in Windows 10.
4. Disable third-party antivirus software
Try disabling third-party antivirus software before you look for updates in the Settings app since, for many users, it was the antivirus that blocked these.
Right-click the system tray icon for your antivirus utility to bring up a context menu that will probably include a Disable option. Temporarily disable the antivirus utility for a few hours.
Press Windows + I to launch Settings, and click on Update & Security.
Next, select the Recovery tab from the navigation pane, and click on Get started under Reset this PC.
Now, choose the appropriate option and preferences for the reset and start the process.
Resetting Windows 10 removes all software that did not come pre-installed on your PC. Therefore, this resolution is suggested as a last resort only. Try the other potential resolutions first.
How can I fix Some update files are missing or have problems on Windows 11?
As with the previous iteration, your primary response to the error should be to run the dedicated Windows Update troubleshooter. If that doesn’t help fix things, restarting the Windows Update service might.
Or, you could go ahead and reset the Windows Update components. In case nothing else works, you can always manually install the updates from the Microsoft Update Catalog, the steps for which are provided in a later section.
What causes the Some update files are missing error?
The Some update files are missing error is usually due to a corrupted Windows update cache. Windows Update cannot correctly apply available updates when the cache is corrupt. And, resetting Windows Update components can resolve the issue.
However, this issue can also occur because of third-party antivirus utilities. Some third-party antivirus software or firewalls might block or interfere with the Windows Update process.
How do I repair Windows 10 missing files?
It depends on whether the missing files are simply personal ones or system files. If it’s the former, you will have to get them all over again.
Running a DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) or SFC (System File Checker) scan for system files should do the trick.
If the Windows 10 update files are missing, resetting the Windows Update components would work.
Does updating Windows delete files?
No, updating Windows, or for that matter, upgrading to a newer iteration doesn’t delete the files stored on your PC.
But resetting Windows may delete the stored files; that, too, only if you have selected the option for it. Otherwise, your files are safe, and you can go ahead and update Windows.
Enter the KB (Knowledge Base) number for the update you intend to install in the search box and click Search.
Then click Download for the update you need to install.
Next, click the download link for the update that opens.
Open the folder you downloaded the update to in File Explorer.
Then click the downloaded MSU update file to install the latest version.
You can manually install the required Windows 10 updates by downloading them from the Microsoft Update Catalog. That catalog includes hotfix, device driver, and system updates for currently supported Windows platforms.
Who can I contact for further support about this issue?
The Microsoft support service for Windows might be able to provide different resolutions for the Some update files are missing error.
Open the Contact Microsoft Webpage in your browser, and click the Get Support link. Then enter an error description in the text box, and click Get Help > Contact Support.
On Microsoft’s community forum, you can also discuss this Windows error with agents and advisors. To do so, click Ask a question on the Windows forum. Then you can enter details about the issue you need to fix in the text box.
So, that’s how you can fix the Some update files are missing Windows 10 error. With that issue resolved, you’ll be able to download and install all available Windows 10 updates again.
Keeping your Windows Operation System up to date has many benefits. First of all, you have access to all the latest features that Microsoft has to offer.
Second, the latest updates also bring along bug fixes, making your PC free from bugs and glitches, that your PC might have had prior to the latest update.
Another advantage is that the latest Microsoft Update works automatically with Microsoft Security Essentials, this ensures that your Windows PC has the latest virus and spyware definitions installed, protecting you from viruses or malware.
However, when trying to update the Microsoft Security Essentials, if you come across a message indicating that the updates have failed, I have the solution for you.
In this guide, you will find some of the most effective solutions that can help you resolve the Microsoft Security Essentials update error. Let us check them out.
What are the symptoms of the Microsoft Security Essentials update error?
As mentioned, Microsoft Security Essentials relies on Microsoft Updates to update the anti-virus definitions three times daily.
Microsoft Security Essentials, or MSE, can have problems sometimes with automatic updating. The solution to this is that you can also install the updates manually.
But having the option to automatically update keeps one task off the list, so you do not need to manually check for updates and install them one by one.
There are a few common symptoms of the Microsoft Security Essentials update error are:
An error message saying the updates cannot be installed.
An error message saying that the automatic updates for Microsoft Security Essentials failed.
An error message indicating that the updates cannot be downloaded because of no internet connection.
Your PC fails to automatically check for the latest MSE updates.
You receive an error message that the virus and spyware definition updates are already installed.
How can I fix the Microsoft Security Essentials not updating issue?
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Press the Win + I buttons together to open Settings.
Under System, scroll down and click on Troubleshoot.
Select Other troubleshooters.
Hit the Run button next to Windows Update.
The troubleshooter will look for any errors.
Once the diagnosis is complete, it will prompt you to perform actions to resolve the issue.
After the troubleshooting process is complete, restart your PC.
The Windows Troubleshooter is a great tool that helps detect any issues and fix any common problems that you may be having on your PC.
Using the Windows Update troubleshooter, your system will automatically look for the solutions to this problem and prompt you to perform them to possibly fix the problem at hand.
2. Use a specialized software
There are chances that because of corrupt system files you are experiencing the Microsoft Security Essentials not updating error on your PC.
While there are multiple competent in-built Windows tools that can help you detect and fix corrupt or faulty system files, I definitely recommend using trusted third-party software.
3. Reset your Internet Explorer settings
Open the Start menu.
Search for Internet Options and open it.
Switch to the Advanced tab.
Under Reset Internet Explorer, click Reset.
Click on Reset again.
Once the Internet Explorer reset process is complete, click on OK.
Restart your PC.
When you reset the internet settings, it will delete all the temporary or cache files, cookies, and browsing history, along with all of your saved passwords.
For many users, resetting the Internet Explorer settings has helped fix the Microsoft Security Essentials update error.
4. Delete the Software Distribution folder
Click on the Start menu.
Search for Command Prompt and run it as administrator.
Type the below command and press Enter to stop the Windows Update Service. net stop wuauserv
Execute the below command to stop the Background Intelligent Transfer Service. net stop bits
Now head over to the C:>Windows>SoftwareDistribution folder.
Press Ctrl + A to select all files inside the Software Distribution folder and press the Del button to delete them.
Restart your PC.
Open the command prompt again and run the below command to restart Windows Update Service. net start wuauserv
Type the below command and press Enter to restart Background Intelligent Transfer Service. net start bits
The Software Distribution folder contains temporary files related to Windows Updates. When you delete all the files inside this folder, Windows will reconfigure the folder and download all the necessary files, hopefully fixing the Microsoft Security Essentials update error.
5. Set the correct date and time of your PC
Press Win + I to open Settings.
Select Time & language from the left pane.
Choose the Date & time option.
Ensure to toggle on the Set time automatically option.
Microsoft Security Essentials will throw you an error if the date and time on your PC aren’t set correctly.
Using the above steps, you can check as well as set the correct date and time and possibly fix the issue at hand.
Search for Command Prompt and run it as administrator.
Type the below command and press Enter. cd %windir%
Execute the below command. ren SoftwareDistribution SDTemp
Exit command prompt.
Reboot your PC.
7. Reset the Microsoft antivirus update engine
Click on the Start menu.
Search for Command Prompt and run it as administrator.
Execute the below commands one by one, and press Enter after each command. Cd/Cd program files\microsoft security essentialsMpcmdrun -removedefinitions -allExit
Reboot your PC.
Now you can open Microsoft Security Essentials, switch over to the Update tab and click Update. This should resolve the issue.
Microsoft has ended support for Microsoft Security Essentials on January 14, 2020. This means that it is no longer available to download manually.
However, Microsoft will continue to release signature updates for Microsoft Security Essentials to support systems until 2023.
So, not only we, but Microsoft also advises that you should move to the latest Windows 11 operating system to continue receiving the latest security updates, and also enjoy all the latest features Microsoft has to offer.
Let us know in the comments below which of the above methods helped you fix the Microsoft Security Essentials not updating issue.
Error 0x8024000b is another in a long line of Windows Update error codes. That error, like the other update issues, stops Windows receiving updates. This error arises when Windows can’t access the manifest update file.
When the error occurs, you’ll see an error 0x8024000b and Operation was cancellederror message within Settings’ Windows Update tab. Read on to find out how to fix it.
How can I fix the error 0x8024000b?
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Numerous users have confirmed that the Windows Update troubleshooter fixed error 0x8024000b for them.
First, click the Type here to search taskbar button in between Cortana and the Start menu.
Enter troubleshoot in the Type here to search box.
Click Troubleshoot settings to open a Troubleshoot tab in Settings.
Select the Windows Update troubleshooter, and click its Run the troubleshooter button.
If the troubleshooter has a potential resolution, click the Apply this fix option.
2. Clear superseded updates
Clearing superseded updates on your desktop or laptop is another way to fix error 0x8024000b.
OneDrive is one of the foremost cloud storage services for Windows. Microsoft SharePoint is a collaboration platform many organizations utilize for document management and storage.
Users can synchronize files in SharePoint Online libraries with OneDrive for Business across devices. It has been possible to automatically sync internal SharePoint libraries to a group of users since 2018.
However, there are some prerequisites and limits for SharePoint library/OneDrive automatic syncing. These are the prerequisites and limits:
TheOneDrive Files On-Demand Mustpolicy needs to be enabled
Must have Windows 10 (1709) or later
There’s a 1,000-device limit for syncing a specific document library
OneDrive ADML and ADMX files need to be copied into certain directories to enable the sync automatically policy for SharePoint libraries (as outlined below)
You’ll need to have OneDrive for Business installed
Don’t enable automatic syncing for SharePoint libraries that include more than 5,000 files
With all required prerequisites met, you can configure the SharePoint library to automatically sync with OneDrive via Group Policy Editor or Microsoft Intune.
To utilize Group Policy, you’ll also need Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise. This is how you can sync SharePoint to OneDrive automatically.
How do you automatically sync SharePoint libraries with OneDrive?
1. Install the OneDrive ADMX and ADML policy files
First, open the File Explorer window by clicking the folder button on the taskbar.
Open this folder in File Explorer: C:\Users\[USER]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\19.043.0304.0004\adm\
Right-click the OneDrive.admx file and select Copy.
Open this folder path: %systemroot%\PolicyDefinitions
Right-click a space within the PolicyDefinitions folder and select Paste.
Return to the adm folder at the path specified in step two.
Then, you’ll need to right-click OneDrive.adml and select the Copy option for it.
Next, open the language subfolder (such as en-US or en-UK) within the PolicyDefinitions folder.
Right-click within the language subfolder to select Paste, which should add the OneDrive.adml file there.
NOTE
You’ll need to install the sync client admin template files as outlined above for both the Group Policy Editor and Intune methods below.
2. Automatically sync SharePoint with OneDrive via the Group Policy Editor
Click the Sign in button there to log in to your Office 365 account.
Select SharePoint to log in to it.
Open a SharePoint library you want to sync with OneDrive.
Click the Sync button shown directly below.
Next, click the Copy library ID option on the Getting ready to sync box that opens.
Check you’ve got the link copied by pasting it into a Notepad text file with the Ctrl + V hotkey.
Enable the team site libraries policy
Now you’ll need to launch Run, which you can do by pressing the Windows and Rkey combination.
Enter this text in Run’s Open box:gpedit. msc
Click OK to open the Group Policy Editor window.
Select User Configuration and Administrative Templates within Group Policy Editor.
Then, select OneDrive on the left of Group Policy Editor.
Double-click the Configure team site libraries to sync automatically policy for OneDrive.
Click the Enabled radio button for that policy.
Press the Show button for libraries.
Input a name for the synced library within a blank Value name box.
Then, paste the copied library ID into the Value field by pressing the Ctrl + V keyboard shortcut.
Click OK on the Show Contents window.
Press the Apply button, and click OK to exit the policy window.
There’s also a OneDrive sync policy at Computer Configuration > Admin Templates > OneDrive within Group Policy. That device policy applies to all users who log in.
3. Sync SharePoint with OneDrive with Microsoft Intune EndPoint Manager
Copy the library ID for the library you want to automatically sync as outlined within the first seven steps of the previous method.
Log in to your Intunes Endpoint Manager admin center within a web browser.
Click Devices on the left of Intune.
Select Profiles in the left sidebar, and click the Create profile option.
Select Windows 10 and later on the Platform drop-down menu.
Next, select the Administrative Templates option on the Profile type drop-down menu.
Press the Create button to set up the profile.
Input the name and optional description for the profile.
Click the Next button to proceed to Configuration settings.
Select User configuration and OneDrive.
Then input Configure team site libraries to sync automatically in the search box to find that policy.
Select the Enabled option for the Configure team site libraries to sync automatically policy.
Input the library’s title in the Name text box.
Paste the copied library ID in the Value box.
Press the OK button.
You can leave the Scope tags tab blank, and click the Next option.
In the Assignment tab, you’ll need to specify a group that includes target users.
Click the Next and Create buttons to finish.
After setting up automatic sync, you may also want to organize your content for easier collaboration. Check out our guide on how to move files in SharePoint to keep your libraries structured and efficient.
Why is my SharePoint not syncing with OneDrive?
Sharepoint sync issues with OneDrive can arise from installation issues with the OneDrive app and local/server file copy conflicts.
The Microsoft Office Upload Center’s cache can also stop SharePoint from syncing with OneDrive. Check out our OneDrive not syncing guide for potential fixes.
So, that’s how you can configure SharePoint libraries to sync with OneDrive with Group Policy Editor or Intune automatically.
If you want to keep the files on the cloud, you can copy files from the OneDrive account to another, read this guide to learn how.
Whichever method you utilize, note that it can take up to eight hours for a SharePoint library to sync when you next log in to OneDrive automatically.
Some users have posted on Microsoft’s support forum about Windows Update error code 9c48. That issue has an error message which states:
Windows Update encountered an unknown error.
This error can arise for users when they try to install specific updates, which can often be for Internet Explorer or Edge. Although error 9c48 is no longer relevant to the unsupported Windows 7, it can also arise in Windows 10 and 8.1.
How do I fix Windows Update error 9c48?
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
Some users have said the Windows Update troubleshooter helped fix error 9c48.
To open Windows Update troubleshooter, press the Windows key and S at the same time.
Enter troubleshooter as the search keyword.
Click Windows Update Settings to open the window as in the snapshot directly below.
Select Windows Update, and then click the Run this troubleshooter button for it.
If the troubleshooter provides a potential resolution, click the Apply this fix option.
Thereafter, restart your desktop or laptop.
2. Check the Windows Modules Installer
Error 9c48 can arise when the Windows Modules Installer isn’t enabled.
To check if that service is enabled, open Run by pressing the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut.
To open the services window, enter services.msc in the Open box and click OK.
Double-click Windows Modules Installer to open the properties window for it.
Select the Automatic option on the Startup type drop-down menu.
Click the Apply button.
Select the OK option.
3. Uninstall third-party antivirus software
Third-party antivirus software, such as AVAST and McAfee, can be responsible for error 9c48.
To uninstall your antivirus utility, launch the Run accessory.
Input appwiz.cpl in the Open box, and click the OK button.
Select your antivirus utility in the Programs and Features Control Panel applet.
Click the Uninstall option.
Select Yes to confirm, and then go through the uninstall wizard for the software.
Restart Windows after uninstalling your antivirus utility.
Thereafter, Windows Defender can replace the uninstalled antivirus software if removing it resolves the issue.
Before uninstalling antivirus software, you can disable it to see if that fixes the update issue by right-clicking its system tray icon and selecting a disable or turn off the option.
If that does resolve the issue, uninstall the antivirus utility as outlined above.
Windows’ System Restore utility might fix error 9c48 if your desktop or laptop includes a restore point that predates the time error 9c48 started to stop updates on it.
First, launch the Run accessory.
Input rstrui in Run’s text box and click OK to open System Restore.
Select the Choose a different restore option if System Restore displays that setting.
Click Next to proceed to the list of restore points.
Select the Show more restorepoints option if System Restore displays it.
Choose a restore point that will restore the desktop or laptop to a date when error 9c48 wasn’t an issue on your laptop or desktop.
If in doubt, go for the oldest restore point.
Your software installed after the selected restore point gets deleted.
To check what software gets removed, click the Scan for affected programs option.
Click the Next button, and then select Finish to confirm.
The above resolutions could fix Windows Update error code 9c48 on your desktop or laptop. As a last resort, reset Windows if the above resolutions don’t resolve error 9c48.
If you encounter Windows Update error 0x8024002e, you won’t be able to download new updates. This means that you’ll miss out on important features and security updates.
A lack of updates can cause issues and make your system vulnerable, so it’s essential to fix this error, and this guide will show you the best ways to do it.
What is error code 0x8024002?
This is a Windows Update error code, and it’s usually caused by the following:
Temporary glitches with Windows Update.
Corrupted Windows Update cache.
The issue can appear if the necessary services aren’t running.
How do I fix error code 0x8024002E?
1. Check the Windows registry
Press the Windows key + R together. In Run window, type regedit and then hit Enter.
We hope that this article has been able to help you in solving the 0x8024002E error. This isn’t the only issue; many reported There were some problems installing update messages.
Other errors, such as error code 80200056 and Windows Update error 0x80080008, were less descriptive, but we covered those in separate guides.
Please let us know in the comments section below if you found our solutions helpful.
OneDrive is a cloud solution for Windows that lets you store your personal files securely, for remote access from any location, device, and at any time – plus on any browser.
It works just like Google Drive or Dropbox, but with different storage capacities and capabilities. That’s why OneDrive to SharePoint sync issues are quite debilitating.
Some of the OneDrive SharePoint sync issues include sync conflicts, item threshold, no metadata sync or inability to sync individual folders, and the ease of deleting a file or folder.
These also make for reasons why OneDrive doesn’t and SharePoint doesn’t sync, so we’ll share some solutions you can use to resolve the issues.
How do I fix OneDrive SharePoint not syncing issues:
1. General troubleshooting tips
If you want to get the most out of your OneDrive and make syncing trouble-free, some of the things you can do include:
Updating to the latest version of OneDrive
Syncing only what you need because OneDrive files on-demand let you access all files without having to download all and using up your device’s storage.
Check that you’re not syncing too many files simultaneously. If OneDrive is stuck for a long or shows the Processing status as 0KB of xMB then you may have many files on the drive or many files pending to be uploaded, which can drag sync time. For this, add the files to the OneDrive desktop app instead of using the Upload button on the website
Mark files as offline on all mobile devices, so you can read anytime even when offline (they’ll be read-only)
Stay within the storage limit – check and compare the OneDrive storage size you have to the available computer disk space. If they’re both limited, you have to move or delete some files or reduce the number. Alternatively, you can buy more storage, or choose which folders to sync with your computer
You can also stop and restart your syncing
Check that your file and folder names don’t have unsupported characters, and/or invalid file types
Ensure the file sizes, item counts, and file path lengths are within the recommended and acceptable limits.
2. Configure the new OneDrive sync client
You can fix OneDrive SharePoint sync issues by configuring and enabling the new OneDrive sync client in the SharePoint Admin center. Here’s how:
Open Office 365 Admin Center
Go to the SharePoint Admin center (Admin Centers>SharePoint)
Click Settings and select Start the New client
Click OK, and wait while the change is propagated in your environment (may take some hours)
Uninstall the old sync client from the desktop as it is no longer needed – Control Panel>Programs>Uninstall
Re-sync the libraries you synchronized previously using the new client (do this for all libraries that you want to sync or resync
You can select the folders you want to sync with your laptop (though this is optional)
3. Check if the issue is with a specific folder
You will know if the sync is broken when the dark blue cloud icon (OneDrive) in your system tray displays a red X on it. You can right-click on this icon to check the sync errors, which lists all files or folders that aren’t properly communicating. Here’s how to check if it’s a specific folder:
Upload a new file to the OneDrive for Business library by clicking upload in the library
Right-click OneDrive for Business and click Sync now.
Move your mouse to the OneDrive for Business icon in the taskbar of your computer. Can you see a text similar to OneDrive for Business – Syncing files, xx remaining OR OneDrive for Business – processing changes
Go to a real SharePoint document library like a team site document library.
Click Sync to check whether OneDrive can sync a normal SharePoint document library.
Let another person share a folder in the OneDrive for Business library with you and try syncing that library to check the outcome.
4. Get permissions at the library and site level
If you’re using a legacy OneDrive for Business sync client to sync a SharePoint online team site library, you need the proper permissions at the library and site level. Here’s how to check if you have edit or higher permissions at the library level:
Go to the library in SharePoint Online > LIBRARY > Library settings > Permissions and Management > Permissions for this document library.
Click Check permissions > type your account into the box > Check Now. If the account doesn’t have the permissions, please click Stop Inheriting Permissions.
Click Grant Permissions to assign the Edit permission to the account used to sync the library.
If you are not a SharePoint admin, contact the admin or global admin to re-add your account into the Admin group of the site collection.
A SharePoint admin or global admin can go to SharePoint admin center > Site Collections > select the site collection > Owners > Manage admins > Site Collections Administrators > add your account > OK.
If there is another site collection admin, he can go to Site Settings > Users and Permissions > Site Permissions > Teamsite Owners > New > Add users to this group.
After that, clear the OneDrive for Business cache with the Fix it Tool and stop syncing the library. Sign in again and resync the libraries.
Note: This tool can cause data loss.
To sync specific folders from a SharePoint library, do the following:
On the Office 365 app launcher, choose SharePoint.
Click the site that you want to sync.
Select Documents or navigate to the subfolder that you want to sync.
Click Sync, and then choose Sync now.
Choose the folders that you want to sync, and then click Start sync.
5. Tweak the Registry
If the OneDrive SharePoint sync issues persist, please try the steps below to check the outcome:
Backup all the files in your OneDrive for Business folder, if it still exists.
Right-click Start and select Run
Type Regedit and press enter to open Registry Editor.
Go to HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftOneDriveAccount
Find and delete the identities related to your business account.
Open OneDrive and try to add your business account again
6. Change sync settings
To change the folders that sync for a site, or to stop syncing all files on a site, take the steps below:
Right-click the blue OneDrive cloud icon in the notification area on the taskbar
Click Settings. You may need to click the Show hidden icons arrow next to the notification area to see the OneDrive
Select the Account tab to see a list of all your syncing sites
Click Choose folders for that library to change the folders you’re syncing, and then choose the folders that you want to sync.
To stop syncing a site, click Stop sync next to the site. Copies of the files remain on your computer, which you can delete if you like.
Right-click Start and select Run
Type regedit to open Registry Editor
Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USERSOFTWAREMicrosoftOneDrive, make sure the value of TeamSiteSyncPreview is set to 1.
7. Switch to another cloud storage solution
If you’re facing synchronization issues, it’s high time you consider using a proper, specialized tool to streamline your assets and get everything in order.
Sync is currently the best in the niche and it works like a charm allowing you to sync all your assets effortlessly. Moreover, you can store, share, and access your files from anywhere since they are securely uploaded to the cloud.
Sync’s cloud storage platform is 100% dedicated to keeping your data private and secure through powerful end-to-end encryption. Plus, similarly to OneDrive, Sync provides 5 GB storage space completely free with the possibility to upgrade at any time.
Just when you thought this tool has revealed all of its perks, Sync proves that we are merely reaching the tip of the iceberg. This powerful all-in-one software delivers supreme collaboration tools, productivity enhancements, and data recovery features to cover every single one of your needs.
Let’s quickly look at its key features:
Sync and back up your files in real time across all of your computers and devices
Encrypted cloud storage platform for supreme privacy
Sharing and collaboration tools and features
Data protection, file history, and strong data recovery features
Advanced share controls with password protection and granular permissions
Are you wondering how to fix the Windows update error 66a? Do not worry! The Windows Report team has enlisted working solutions for you.
Windows users who experience the code 66a error reported PC crashes and slow PC processes, and the Error Code 66A .NET Framework prompt is displayed.
This error message appears during several instances, such as during Windows shutdown/startup, or while the .NET framework is running.
Meanwhile, we have compiled applicable solutions to fix the Windows update error code 66a. You can try out any of the enlisted solutions below to fix the problem.
How do I fix the error code 66a?
1. Run a SFC scan
Go to Start then type cmd.
Right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator.
Now, type the following command: sfc /scannow
Wait for the scanning process to complete and then restart your computer.
All corrupted files will be replaced on reboot.
The System File Checker scans for corrupt or missing system files and repairs them. You can perform the SFC scan by following the aforementioned steps.
2. Use a registry cleaner
Software leftovers, missing DLLs, and invalid Windows registry keys can also cause Windows update error code 66a problem.
Therefore, you can also use a dedicated system restoration tool to check for file corruption or harmful software that resides on your PC. The tool will periodically scan your device and make sure everything is working.
3. Run the system restore in safe mode
Shut down your PC and turn it on again.
Navigate to the Run in Safe Mode option, and hit Enter.
Go to Start, then type system restore, and then hit Enter.
Follow the prompts to revert to a certain restore point.
Wait for the process to complete, and then reboot.
Safe mode will start your PC in a diagnostic mode with only basic files and drivers running so you can perform a system restore to revert your system back to a point before you get the error message.
Open the Settings app. You can do that quickly by using the Windows Key + I shortcut.
When Settings app opens, navigate to the Update & Security section.
Select the Recovery section from the left pane.
Under the Go back to the previous version of Windows 10 option, click Get started.
Keep your files and start the resetting procedure.
After uninstalling recent updates, check if the issue still persists.
5. Scan the PC for malware
Some Windows users ignore the warning message and they click on random links in the mail which contain hidden malware.
This ends up compromising their systems due to malware infection, their data and sensitiveinformation gets leaked to unauthorized access, or they get errors such as the Windows Update error code 66a.
The ideal step in order to prevent such things from happening is downloading and installing a third-party antivirus software that will deal with all virus-related problems.
This includes phishing, trojans, adware, spyware, and all the known and unknown threats that we usually have to deal with while browsing the internet.
Be safe, and choose a program that utilizes advanced AI and machine learning algorithms to monitor and quarantine suspicious activity.
Double-click on the executable file, and follow the prompts to install .NET framework.
Reinstalling .NET Framework can also fix Windows Update error code 66a problem. However, in order to reinstall .NET Framework, you have to fiddle with the Control Panel.
In addition, you may consider downloading several versions of .NET framework most especially the recent one. Check this guide dedicated to fixing .NET Framework issues for more information.
8. Rerun Windows update
Go to Start, then type update in the search box, and click on Windows Update to proceed.
In the Windows Update window, click check for updates, and install the available ones.
After the update is complete, restart your PC.
An incomplete Windows update can also result in the Windows Update error code 66a problem.
Also, there are instances where the Windows Update process is halted or disrupted by the background process.
Therefore, we recommend that you rerun the Windows update; also, you should ensure the update process is completed. This should fix the Windows Update error code 66a problem.
Software conflicts by .NET framework dependent applications can also cause the Windows Update error code 66a. These applications may run in the background whenever you start Windows.
Nevertheless, the clean boot starts up your PC devoid of any software conflicts. Therefore, you have to be logged on as the administrator before you proceed with these steps:
Hope you are able to fix the code 66a error in Windows Update problem by using any of the enlisted solutions above? Let us know if you have any questions. Feel free to comment below.
Even when using two identical monitors, one screen might look slightly brighter or darker, despite having the same settings. This usually comes down to panel variations or small calibration differences, not a hardware issue. Adjusting the right brightness settings on your second monitor can fix it. Here’s how you can calibrate both displays and fix mismatched screen output quickly.
Why is one of my monitors brighter than the other?
The age difference between monitors often affects their similarity. When a monitor is older than the other one, it may also be slightly less bright.
Keep in mind that the latest laptop monitors often sacrifice color reproduction for lightweight functionality.
Any differences in wall color or furniture color have a high impact on the light that’s arriving at the monitor. Try to compare your dual monitors under similar lighting conditions.
Finally, keep in mind that it’s hardly impossible to match two screens from different monitor models, manufacturers, and panel technologies as far as color is concerned.
As said before, if it isn’t happening to a professional monitor that comes with colors calibrated, you’re most likely experiencing a variation in production.
In this case, you will need to give a boost to your monitors to match each other.
That’s why we recommend manually adjusting the difference.
You could adjust Gamma/ Brightness and even color correction, either in Windows settings, monitor settings, or the Graphics card Settings Panel.
2. Calibrate display via Color Management
Just search for Color Management in the search box.
Then follow the wizard to set up both your monitors.
You need to do the same with both screens.
There is also a Color Management option in Windows which may help you out. With it, you can accurately calibrate your display colors.
Color Management lets you check the proper brightness, contrast, etc. based on the monitor, so give it a try as well and let us know if it works.
3. Use the same color profile when dual monitor colors are not matching
Go to Color Management again.
Once it opens, select a monitor, and check the box that says Use my settings for this device.
Click the Add button, then choose a color profile.
You’ve done your best, but it seems that you just can’t reconcile the differences easily. Remember that all monitors use the System’s default color profile.
If you think that the Color profile is the culprit, change the color profile as well. Do the same with the second monitor and check whether it fixes the problem or not.
4. Use the same type of ports to connect the monitors
If you use different ports (DVI, VGA, HDMI) to connect your dual monitors, you may get high or low color depth and different brightness levels. Stop using the VGA port to fix this.
Instead, use either DVI or HDMI port to connect both monitors and see if you notice any improvement. Have a look at these high-speed HDMI cables while you’re at it and pick the one that best suits your needs.
Following the above tricks can bring your dual monitors as close to the brightness and color ideal as technology makes it possible these days.
If you are lucky enough, you may be pleased with the result. Nevertheless, sometimes the differences may still exist even after trying all these methods.
One of the most common issues that might occur while updating Windows’s built-in apps and programs is the 0x80240017 error code.
Read this article to find out how to fix it and get your updates up and running.
What causes the error 0x80240017?
The error code 0x80240017 usually appears due to the fact that your system has changed after you installed a third-party application.
It can also occur because something has changed in the registry after a reboot and you do not have the required system permissions.
This troubleshooting guide will show you what solutions you can use to fix this error once and for all.
How can I fix the Windows Update error 0x80240017?
1. Clear and reset the Microsoft Store cache
Reboot your operating system.
To start Windows 10, log in with your administrator account if you haven’t already.
Go to your Desktop tile and hold the Windows and R buttons at the same time.
Now you have the Run window in front of you.
In the Run dialog box, enter the WSReset.exe command.
Press the Enter key on the keyboard.
Reboot your operating system once more and log in again with your administrator account.
Check if the error persists.
2. Run the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter
Go to Search > type settings > double click on the first result.
Go to Update & Security > select Troubleshoot.
Now in the Troubleshooting window, locate the Windows Update Troubleshooter.
Select the Windows Update troubleshooter and run it.
Now a scanning process will begin and it will tell you if any issues have been found and fixed.
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the troubleshooting steps.
Scroll down and run the Microsoft Store Apps troubleshooter as well (follow the same steps listed above).
Reboot your Windows 10 device.
When the device starts, check if you still get error code 0x80240017 while trying to update your apps and programs.
3. Take full control over File Explorer and the WindowsApps folder
Reboot your Windows 10 device and log in with your administrator account.
Open the C:/ partition or wherever partition you have installed your Windows 10 OS on.
Double click to open the Program Files folder.
Select the View tab situated on the upper side of the File Explorer.
From the list that appears, check the box next to Hidden items under the Show/hide topic.
Now in the Program Files folder, locate the WindowsApps folder.
Select the WindowsApps folder.
Select the Properties feature you have on the menu that appears.
Go to the Security tab situated in the upper side of the Properties window.
Select the Advanced button.
Double click on the username you use.
Make sure that the Type field is set to Allow and This Folder, subfolders and files.
Check the box next to Full Control.
Left-click or tap on the OK button.
Open the C: partition once more.
Double click on the Users folder to open it.
Double click on your username to open the folder.
Double click to open the AppData folder.
Double click to open the Local folder.
Now, within the Local folder, search for the WindowsApps folder.
Right-click on the WindowsApps folder.
Left-click or tap on the Properties feature.
Left-click or tap again on the Security tab.
Left-click or tap on the Advanced button.
Now you will need to set the permissions for this folder as you did for the one above.
Left-click or tap on the Apply button again.
Left-click or tap on the OK button > close all the windows you opened so far.
Reboot your Windows 10 PC.
After the device starts, check again to see if you still get the error 0x80240017.4.
4. Run SFC scan
If certain system files got corrupted or deleted, this may trigger update issues and errors. Fortunately, you can quickly fix this problem by running a System File Checker scan.
This tool will quickly scan your system and identify missing or corrupted files which will then replace. Here are the steps to follow:
Go to Start > type cmd > right click on the first result > Run Command Prompt as administrator.
Type the sfc /scannow command and hit Enter.
Wait until the process completes and then restart your computer > check if this workaround solved your problem
5. Reinstall the Microsoft Store app
Sometimes, the Microsoft Store itself is the culprit for all the issues and errors that you’re experiencing. In this case, the quickest solution is to simply uninstall the Microsoft Store app.
First of all, log out of the app.
Then, navigate toStart> go to Apps & features > type store in the search box.
Select the Windows Store app > click on Uninstall.
Restart your PC.
Reinstall the Microsoft Store app> log in and try to install the latest app updates to see if the issue persists.
6. Scan your computer
If the error persists, try running a full system scan. Viruses, malware and other types of cyber threats could also trigger error 0x80240017 when you try to update your apps.
If you haven’t installed a reliable antivirus solution on your computer yet, check out this list of the best antivirus tools that you can use on your Windows 10 machine.
Install the one that suits your needs best, and run a full system scan.
7. Reset your PC
Note: It is recommended that you back up your files and folders before attempting the steps below
Go to Settings > Update & Security.
Select the Recovery feature.
You will have there an option named Refresh your PC without affecting your files and under it, you will need to select the Get Started button.
Now follow the on-screen instructions finish the Reset process.
Reboot your Windows 10 device.
Check again to see if error 0x80240017 has been fixed.
If the methods above did not work, then I would suggest you backup your important files and folders that you have in your Windows 10 directory and perform a complete reinstall of the operating system.
That’s it, we hope these methods fixed error 0x80240017 on Windows 10 when you try to use the update feature.
If you do have additional questions related to this subject, you can list them in the comments section below. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Press Windows key + X to open the Power User menu.
Choose Device Manager from the list.
Look for the yellow exclamation point. Those are the devices without the proper drivers.
Now, depending on the type of device you can:
For lesser devices like a webcam or universal serial bus controllers: right-click on the device and choose Update Driver.
For GPU and sound devices, navigate to the official OEM’s site and download certified drivers.
Once you’ve dealt with the missing drivers, restart your PC and check for updates again.
4.1Update drivers automatically
In order to prevent PC damage by installing the wrong driver versions, we recommend doing it automatically by using a specializeddriver updater tool that will download and update the correct version.
Typing commands is a gateway to accomplishing many tasks, but when Windows 11 terminal is typing on its own, it can become very frustrating.
A few users have complained of this on the new OS, and we established that a few common triggers would lead to this situation.
Let us explore it and show you all you need to know to resolve this auto-typing issue.
Why is my Windows Terminal typing on its own?
There could be a few reasons your Windows Terminal is typing independently. At the top of the list are the following:
Hardware issues – It could be a hardware issue, such as a stuck key on your keyboard. Using the best keyboards will reduce the occurrence of this problem.
Virus – Computer viruses could manifest in several forms, and this erratic typing on the terminal is one example. We recommend using the best anti-malware tools.
Conflicting programs – In some cases, newly installed third-party applications could trigger this problem.
Now we have discussed possible triggers, let us introduce you to some recommended fixes.
What do I do if Windows Terminal is typing on its own?
To troubleshoot this issue, the first thing you should try is restarting your computer. This should be done before any other complicated solutions because it will often resolve any problems caused by software.
Once you’ve finished the procedures, the utility will begin scanning your computer, which will take some time. You will get a report from the tool detailing the software found and eliminated when this operation is finished.
2. Uninstall recently installed software
Press Windows + R, type control panel, and hit Enter.
Click on Uninstall a program.
Go through the program list, click on any recently added program, then select Uninstall.
Follow the wizard to complete the uninstallation, then check if Windows 11 terminal is still typing.
If none of the above solutions have worked, it is likely a hardware issue, and we recommend that you change or repair your keyboard.
The process of keyboard repair may be complicated, but you can see a qualified technician for more assistance. However, before you do that, you should check that nothing is stuck underneath your keys. Dry-blowing the keys may help.
In conclusion, we like to note that any of the above solutions may come in handy. However, since we have not written them in any particular order, you should try what seems most appropriate.
Pressing individual keys and feeling for their touch sensitivity may tell if something is stuck underneath. Also, if you already use any of the best antiviruses, you would be able to avoid virus infection that may trigger this problem.
Lastly, note that this is not specific to the new OS, and Windows 10 Terminal typing on its own is a problem some users have faced.
Tell us what worked for you in the comments below.
Power BI Desktop is software with which users set up charts and interactive visualizations for connected data sources. SharePoint lists are data sources users can connect to Power BI with.
However, some users have stated in forum posts that they can’t connect Power BI with their SharePoint lists. The URL isn’t valid or Access to resource forbidden are two errors that arise for some BI users when they try to connect SharePoint lists.
First, double-check the SharePoint list’s URL entered in the URL text box when a “URL isn’t valid” error arises. Users need to specify SharePoint sites as follows: https://<companyname>.sharepoint.com/xyz_Test/. Make sure that the URL entered doesn’t include any typos.
Power Bi unable to connect to a SharePoint Online list
1. Enter Microsoft Account Credentials for SharePoint List
Some users have fixed “URL isn’t valid” connection errors for SharePoint lists by editing the data sources’ permissions so that they include Microsoft account credentials. To do that, click the File tab in Power BI Desktop.
Select Options and settings > Data Source Settings to open a Data source settings window.
Select the SharePoint list in that window.
Click Edit Permissions to open an Edit Permissions window.
Click Edit to enter Microsoft account credentials.
Then press the OK button.
2. Clear the SharePoint List’s Permissions
Clearing permissions for SharePoint list data sources can resolve “Access to resource forbidden” connection errors. Users can do that by opening the Data source settings window as outlined above.
Then select the Global Permissions option.
Select the SharePoint list listed within the window.
Press the Clear Permissions button.
Select the Close option.
Then users can re-enter the credentials for the SharePoint list.
3. Try Connecting a SharePoint List With OData Feed
Alternatively, users can try connecting their SharePoint lists with OData feed when they can’t connect them via the Get Data dialog window. Press the Get Data button on Power BI’s Home tab.
Click OData Feed to open the window shown directly below.
Enter the SharePoint list URL feed in the text box with the following format: http: //SITE_URL/_vti_bin/ListData.svc.
Select an authentication method for the SharePoint list data source.
Click the Connect button.
Those are a few resolutions that might resolve Power BI connection errors for SharePoint lists. For additional resolutions that might fix SharePoint list connection errors, check out the Power BI support website. Users can send Power BI support tickets by clicking the Create Support Ticket button on that site.
Our digital video age is full of various video formats and since developing new video formats has become the goal of some software and hardware vendors the video format list will not cease to grow.
Converting videos is not a task as complex as editing videos, but most people make the mistake of seeing video conversion as a complicated or expensive action that requires sci-fi software. But it’s not the case, as you can even convert videos for free.
There are a lot of reasons for which you need a video converter and we’ll get back to this discussion at the end of this article.
What I should know about video formats?
You should know that you need a thick book full of scientific terms to know what each video format means and to understand the details regarding how video formats are created. On the other hand, to perform a video conversion, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist, so some basic knowledge will be enough.
Most video files have at least two types – the codec and the container.
The container format is a computer file format that can contain all kinds of data which is compressed in a manner of standardized codecs. The container describes the file’s structure (where the pieces are stored, how they’re interleaved, which codecs are used by which pieces and so on).
The codec (short from compressor/decompressor) will allow you to store the digital photos, music, and movies in the form of compressed and easily manageable files that you’ll be able to open or to decompress to deliver their original content. The most popular video codecs include DivX, XviD, 3ivx, MPEG(MPEG-1,2,3,4), ReadVideo.
A video is made up of various frames (snapshots), and the frame rate is the number of still pictures per unit of time of video or FPS. Motion pictures that are shot on film do so at 24 FPS. Audio and video file resolution is measured in kilobytes per second (kbps), and this is called bitrate. The higher the bitrate, the better is the video quality.
Aspect ratio is about the dimensions of video screens and the video picture elements.
A video is made up of static images that are being flashed before our eyes in rapid succession and when we say picture resolution we mean the elements, the pixels that comprise these pictures. In theory, the video conversion will not improve the video quality, and therefore you should not expect better quality than one of the source videos.
Choosing a good video converter
A high-quality video converter is crucial to whether you can successfully finish video conversion. There are lots of available video converter apps, but excellent video conversion software can make you look like a video professional with only minimal effort.
Usually, video converter tools feature preset optimized profiles and these preloaded profiles will cover most requirements. You will be able to customize the bitrate, the frame rate, the video size, the aspect ratio, and more the make your final video look perfect.
Given the fact that most video conversion tools are trialware, you will be able to give them a try before deciding on getting something. Here are the elements that you should be looking for when purchasing video converter software:
Input files – the tool should accept a large variety of input files especially the source video formats.
Output files – you may need to output to a few file formats, but the number and breadth of output files will determine the strength of the tool’s overall performance.
Key features – the tool’s features should include the ability to adjust multiple options (codecs, video size, frame rates, bitrates) to ensure the highest quality possible. Even if you might think that some of the features might be only for advanced users, you’ll find out that they are essential for your success as well.
Ease of use – the tool’s interface should be an easy and intuitive one and non-threatening to the new user; the video conversion tasks usually involve just a few clicks.
Please note that if the MKV file is damaged, you won’t be able to convert it. The highlighted guide will help you fix it though. All this being said, here is our top converter tools list.
Aiseesoft Total Media Converter can easily convert between various video formats such as MP4, H.264/MP4 AVC, H.265/HEVC, MTS, MXF, MOV, AVI, DivX, WMV, MKV, FLV, WTV, VOB as well as 4K, HD and 3D video formats.
It can be as video conversion software that converts any of your videos to MP4, MP3, WMV, MOV, etc. for playback on your TV or mobile device.
Besides its enormous converting potential, this tool is very easy to use. The interface is very intuitive, and it unlocks the most needed/interesting/powerful features really easily.
Aiseesoft Total Media Converter
Use Aiseesoft to convert any video/audio file to all popular video and audio formats.
iSkysoft Video Converter is a very powerful and convenient converter tool that features high conversion speeds and amazing output quality.
The converted MP4 files can be used on your iPod, TV, iPhone, mobile phone, Android phone, and more portable devices.
The tool can convert your MKV to MP4 video format or any other video format and of course vice versa.
You will be able to customize and edit videos before conversion, and you can also upload the final videos to websites such as Facebook, YouTube, and Vimeo.
You can also download videos from more than a thousand popular websites, and the tool is compatible with the latest operating systems including the one and only Windows 10.
iSkySoft Video Converter
Convert MKV files to any format and use the built-in editor to create shareable content.
This is an excellent downloading and conversion toolkit which is so easy to understand and work with, that it is tough to believe it’s free.
You can use it to rip files from discs, and download videos from Facebook, YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, and more.
Plus, you will be able to apply effects and filters and then save them or burn them to DVD in any format you want.
The video can be downloaded and converted into batches, and simple conversions can be successfully completed with just a bunch of clicks.
The tool is free to use, but when you run the installer you will see that you will be offered a security program and the program will suggest that you change your default search engine to Yahoo. In case you want to avoid this, select Click here to customize the installation and then uncheck the box.
The premium version of this tool will include more features such as the ability to remove DRM protection and to record streaming video, but the free version is fantastic as well.
Any Video Converter
Download and convert video files to any format, easily and safely.
Freemake has produced powerful yet very easy-to-use tools and made them available for free, and the Freemake Video Converter is no exception.
This tool can not only convert files from your hard drive to almost any existing format but it can also be used to download and convert online videos from YouTube for instance.
The software features easy editing tools to trim unwanted footage, and you also have the ability to add subtitles, to convert to and from DVD. The tool has all your daily conversion needs covered and it offers much more.
On the other hand, you should be aware of the fact that the free version of the software will add a branded splash screen to the beginning of your video. It’s not such a big deal, as the splash is not obstructive and the main video will not be watermarked.
If you can live with that, then the Freemake Video Converter might become your best friend, so give it a try and see how it works for you.
This is a powerful converter that is well known to Mac users and less popular with Windows users, but this doesn’t mean that you should overlook it.
This is an excellent choice for anyone who works on multiple platforms and also for everyone who is dedicated to Windows.
The tool has lots of features that will allow for fine-grained control of video conversion, and they include very precise cropping, frame rate adjustment, advanced filtering and more.
You will also find some presets for quick results in case you are interested in such a thing.
The main reason for which you’ll love the software is the fact that it’s free and open-source, and you can use it to convert videos from almost any format.
This universal converter features a few cutting-edge technologies that will make video editing amazing because it lets you take control of the whole process.
The tool is updated once a week, and this means that you will come across the latest versions all the time.
MediaCoder has everything you need: ripping of CD, VCD, DVD, and BD and the filters will help improve the converted files. The tool also features transcoding parameters that will make tuning and adjusting the video parameters as easy as possible.
During the whole process of conversion, the software will make it possible to reduce the sizes of big files and also the extraction of audio from video, which is pretty great.
Converting video files can be a tricky process, but it is useful. Besides, the tools that we mentioned above will help you to get the job done perfectly.
For more useful material on the same topic, see our MKV separate page.
Also, in our Video Hub, you’ll find a lot of guides and recommendations that might be helpful.
Windows Update feature is the essential part of the Windows 10 surrounding. In addition to regular updates, Windows 10 users can expect a lot from the major updates that are scheduled for release twice per year.
Nonetheless, even though the timely support has brought a lot of improvements, users still a multitude of issues with Windows Update and its features. One of those numerous issues is followed by the error code 0x800736b3. This specific error prevents downloading certain cumulative updates and mainly affects dotNet Framework. So, if you have an issue with this error code, we prepared a few workarounds worth checking out.
How to resolve update error 0x800736b3 in Windows 10
Let this software scan your PC and detect errors, malware, as well as other bugs that affect your PC’s performance and security.
Use the automatic repair function to enable it to start fixing all the files and compromised system settings.
2. Use DISM and system installation drive
Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) is a built-in Windows tool whose main function is to scan and repair corrupted files. In order to repair this specific error, you’ll need to obtain a USB/DVD with Windows 10 setup. Some users tried with the standard update through DISM, but the SXS file was missing. That is why you’ll need the setup media or ISO. Follow these instructions to resolve this issue:
Insert USB or DVD with Windows 10 installation (the same architecture as your current version).
Replace the X with the drive letter of the destination media setup.
The process will take the needed file and your issue should be resolved.
3. Download offline dotNet Framework installer
On some occasions, the mentioned error can be related to the dotNet Framework’s failed installation. Besides updates, the lack of DotNet Framework can cause a lot of troubles with the all-around system behavior. So, your first step is to try and download the offline installer of the latest version.
While the software is the probable culprit for this issue, you should check out your RAM and HDD, also. There is a large variety of third-party tools you can use to check on HDD life and boot sector errors. Furthermore, you can use similar tools to check the RAM health.
5. Run the Update troubleshooter
Microsoft introduced a handy tool for resolving various system issues including update errors simply called the Troubleshooter. This tool is certainly something you should try when resolving these problems because it can tweak the problem for you without big efforts from your side.
Here’s how to run the Update Troubleshooter in Windows 10:
Go to Settings.
Head over to Updates & Security > Troubleshoot.
Select Windows Update, and go to Run the Troubleshooter.
Follow further on-screen instructions and let the process finish.
Restart your computer.
6. Run the SFC scan
If none of the previous solutions worked, let’s try a few troubleshooting tools. The first one is the SFC scan. This command-line tool scans your computer for potential issues and resolves them if possible. So, it might be helpful in this case, as well.
Here’s how to run the SFC scan in Windows 10:
Right-click on the Start Menu button, and open Command Prompt (Admin).
Enter the following line and press Enter:sfc/scannow
Wait until the process is done (it may take a while).
If the solution is found, it will automatically be applied.
Now, close the Command Prompt and restart your computer.
7. Reset Windows Update components
According to users, sometimes this problem can be caused by Windows Update components. To fix the issue, you need to restart all Windows Update components manually. To do this, you just need to run a couple of commands in Command Prompt. To do that, just follow these steps:
Start Command Prompt as administrator.
When Command Prompt starts, run the following commands:
8. Make sure the Windows Update service is running
The Windows Update service is an essential service for receiving updates. But on some occasions, it can crash and stop working. What you need to do is restart the service and see if there is an improvement in the Update protocol. Here’s how:
Go to Search, type services.msc, and open Services.
Find the Windows Update service. Right-click and open Properties.
On the General tab, find Startup type and choose Automatic.
If the service is not running, right-click and choose Start.
Confirm selection and close window.
9. Make sure the BITS service is running
The same thing goes for another crucial service for delivering Windows Updates, Background Intelligent Transfer Service:
PressWindows key + R. In search line typeservices.mscand pressEnter.
Look forBackground Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS)and double-click it to open its properties.
If the service isn’t running, click theStartbutton.
ChooseRecoverytab and make sure thatFirst failure and Second failureare set toRestart service.
Confirm selection and check for updates.
10. Change DNS settings
According to Microsoft’s community forums, changing the DNS server address could be the solution. So, that’s the workaround we’re going to try first. Here’s what you need to do:
Go to Windows Search, type control panel, and open Control Panel.
Go to Network and Sharing Center, and click on Change adapter settings from the left pane.
Choose the network you’re currently using, right-click it, and choose Properties.
Scroll down to Internet protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and choose Properties.
Now, choose Use the following DNS Server addresses
Enter the following values: DNS Server – 8.8.8.8 and Alternate DNS Server – 8.8.4.4
Save changes, and restart your computer
11. Reinstall Windows 10 from scratch
In case your system shows signs of performance drop and the previous steps proved inadequate, you should reinstall the system from the scratch. You can use Media Creation Tool and create a bootable USB or DVD drive setup. However, make sure you back up files from the system partition and license key. The process is not lengthy as it looks and you don’t need any advanced knowledge to perform the reinstall.
The Windows update download error 0x800736b3 error does not allow the newest system updates to install on your machine.
This can be caused by several culprits, including corrupt .NET Framework files or corrupt system files.
The issue may also come as a direct indicator of malware infection, so make sure to run a thorough antivirus scan.
In most cases, the problem is not major and can be easily fixed in just a few steps.
It is however essential to make sure that your updates are enabled and well-functioning, otherwise you will not be able to benefit from the latest Windows applications updates and security implementations.
Those were our solutions for this issue. In case you are having any thoughts or questions, please be free to share them with us in the comments.
The Redmond-based tech giant never stops tweaking the communication platform it is so popular for, meaning the Teams app.
We’ve seen a lot of improvements lately, and there are still a lot more to come, as you are about to see in this article.
For example, the web version of Teams already got fitted with background effects and Live Captions. You can also use Viva Connections through the Teams mobile app.
And, after promising to introduce an enhanced visual layout to Teams next month, Microsoft has plans to release another exciting feature this February.
Teams will soon offer better in-app call management
The software colossus is now considering bringing one of the widely-requested call setting to Teams users on both Windows and Mac.
Microsoft is now working on Busy-on-Busy end-user setting, which we will see on our apps sooner than you might think.
This new call setting will actually manage how incoming calls are routed when you are busy in an existing call or meeting.
Keep in mind that, in a scenario where you are busy speaking to someone else, you are allowed to choose from a couple of busy options:
You can let the calls come through
Play a busy signal
Redirect the call
In fact, these busy options are not entirely new to Microsoft Teams users, as administrators can already configure Busy-on-busy with a policy from Microsoft Teams Admin Center.
However, what changes next month is that besides administrators, the end user will also be able to manage their incoming calls when they are busy in an existing call directly from the Calls settings in the Teams app.
Even though not yet confirmed, the Busy-on-Busy call setting will likely be set to Disabled by default, so you will have to turn it on yourself.
For the time being, in the Calls settings in the Teams app, you can add or remove delegates, change your default mic, speaker, or camera, make a test call, set call answering rules, and more.
But, while Microsoft is targeting February to launch the busy options to Teams users for Mac and Windows, there is always a chance of the company delaying it to later months.
We’ll just have to wait and see what happens in the near future. Leave a comment below and express your opinion on other features that might enhance the Teams experience.
SharePoint is a handy collaborative platform from which users can usually open MS Office documents.
However, a few SP users have stated in forums that SharePoint documents won’t open in the application solved.
Documents don’t open when they select to open them with client MS Office software from within SP.
Here are a few resolutions that might fix SharePoint issues for opening Excel or Word documents.
What to do if SharePoint won’t open Excel/Word files?
1. Turn Off Protected View
Open the Word or Excel application.
Click the File tab.
Select Options to open the window shown directly below.
Click Trust Center on the left of the window.
Press the Trust Center Settings button to open further options.
Click Protected View on the left of the Trust Center window.
Then deselect all the Enable Protected View settings, and press the OK button.
It might be the case that Protected View is blocking the document opening.
When that happens, a Word experienced an error trying to open the file error message pops up or the document might hang.
To fix that, you can turn off Protected View for MS Office applications as described above.
2. Try using Stellar Repair Toolkit Office
Firstly, open Control Panel and go to Programs and Features section.
Right-click the specific Microsoft application you’re interested in – Excel or Word.
Up next, select Online Repair to start fixing the selected software.
If the above procedure may take some time, you can also choose to select Quick Repair to fix potentially corrupted files.
When SharePoint refuses to open Excel or Word documents, the next thing you should do is to use the powerful Stellar Repair Toolkit Office.
This toolkit has it all, from features dedicated to repairing corrupt MS Word documents and files from dealing with corrupt MS Excel and restores data to new Excel files.
Regular users looking for convenience will most likely appreciate that it even repairs pictures inserted in Word files and preserves worksheet properties.
Some users have confirmed that restoring advanced net settings can fix Office documents not opening from SharePoint libraries. To do that, open Cortana’s search box by clicking the Type here to search button.
Enter the keyword Internet the search box, and select to open Internet Options.
Select the Advanced tab in the snapshot directly below.
Press the Restore advanced settings button.
Then click the Apply and OK buttons.
Restart your laptop or desktop.
4. Repair a Corrupted File
To check if a file is corrupted, download it from SharePoint by clicking the Download option. Then try opening it from Word or Excel from the C: drive folder you saved it to.
If you still can’t open the document, you can fix it with the Openand Repair recovery option in MS Office applications. Click the File tab and select Open to open the window in the snapshot below.
Select the corrupted file with a single click.
Click the small arrow on the right of the Open button to expand the menu shown directly below.
Select the Open and Repair option on the drop-down menu.
Alternatively, you can repair a corrupted MS Word document by opening this page, pressing the Choose file button to select the document, and then clicking the Secure Upload and Repair option.
To repair an Excel document, open this webpage in a browser. Click Choose file to select the Excel document, and press the Secure Upload and Repair button.
Your Excel or Word file might be corrupted. If so, then you’ll need to repair the file to open it. This is how you can repair a corrupted Office document.
The 32-bit Internet Explorer is the most compatible browser with SharePoint as it fully supports ActiveX controls. ActiveX is essential for launching documents in earlier SharePoint versions.
So try opening a Word or Excel file from a SharePoint document library within IE. You can launch Internet Explorer by entering the keyword IE in Cortana’s search box.
6. Check your Office Account
Open the MS Word or Excel client application.
Click the user account name at the top left of the window.
Then click Sign out.
Select an alternative account to sign in with if there is one. Sign in with an account that matches the one you’re utilizing in SharePoint.
Alternatively, you might need to add a SharePoint account by clicking Add Account. Enter your SharePoint account details, and press the Sign in button.
Note that your SharePoint account should match your MS Office client account. If you’re using different accounts for SharePoint and MS Office, that might be why SP doesn’t open Excel and Word files.
Some users have stated that they needed to add their SharePoint Online accounts again after renewing MS Office subscriptions. This is how you can check, and change, your MS Office account.
Those are some of the resolutions that might fix SharePoint so that you can open Word and Excel files directly from its document libraries again.
Also, make sure that your browser includes SharePoint Online within its trusted sites. If you have discovered another fix for SharePoint not opening MS Office documents, feel free to share it below.
Since Windows 11 doesn’t come with a built-in PDF reader or editor, this guide will look at the best free Windows 11 PDF editors you can install on your PC to make your choice an easier one.
Adobe Acrobat is one of the best PDF editors for Windows 11. It’s free, and many people use it, including businesses and companies.
With it, you can do everything you want at no cost. It has a tabbed view that enables users to open several PDFs at once.
It is the most popular used PDF editor for Windows 11. It gives users many options, e.g., using a hand tool to draw, highlight, underline, and add bookmarks to the document.
You can share files with others and protect them from third-party users with the help of passwords and the inability to copy, edit, or print.
Some of its key features include:
Organize the PDF by adding new pages, cropping, rotating, extracting, etc
Sign electronic forms
Export to other formats like Word, PPT, Excel, JPG
Enables users to add comments, annotations, and highlights to the PDF document
If you need a PDF editor with a simple and effective interface, MobiPDF can be an excellent choice.
With this tool, you may control the entire structure of your PDF such as adding or removing pages, adding new content, handling the different objects and fonts, and many more.
Editing the text and images, rearranging the pages, or inserting bookmarks is extremely easy for anyone to do because all the menus are very comprehensive.
And when editing is done, you can convert your PDF to Word, Excel, or ePub with a single click.
With MobiPDF, you may also work with fillable forms and sign the document by writing, typing, or inserting an image.
The software also comes with a built-in OCR tool that will help you create searchable PDFs from scans.
Here are some of its key features:
Edit and convert PDF without any prior knowledge of document management
DocHub is not a simple online PDF editor because it offers much more, starting from digital signatures and annotation edits.
First, you should know about editing and form filling which will improve your workflow extensively. Plus, it gives the user the complete PDF experience including drawing or adding images.
If you’re going through dozens of files and need a free usage PDF tool, there is no greater tool than this. Simply create new templates and fill documents locally or directly on Gmail or Drive cloud.
Moreover, DocHub offers document-signing features so you can edit official files without any additional costs. So, you can benefit from everything for free or upgrade to the Pro version.
While the free version is beneficial, you can simplify the process even more and benefit from unlimited edits with the Pro plan.
Icecream PDF Editor has both free and premium versions. It is one of the best PDF editors to use, no matter which type of document.
It has four editing modes that enable it to edit, annotate, fill forms, and manage different pages.
It gives users the ability to change to other languages like French, Spain, English, etc. It secures as it gives users the option of protecting documents using passwords.
You can also add custom stamps to your PDF documents when using the editor. It has a pretty UI making it easy to use and improving the user experience.
Other features of the editor include:
Ability to add and remove other pages from a document
You can add all types of image formats to the PDF document
It can draw shapes, lines, and arrows to a file
Easy to combine and extract PDF pages
Icecream PDF Editor
Icecream PDF Editor is an all-in-one software that allows you to edit all PDFs efficiently.
SwifDoo is an outstanding all-in-one PDF tool that allows you to convert, create, compress, merge, and sign PDF documents instantly.
It has a powerful system for PDF annotation. It offers many practical tools to help you comment on your PDF files, including highlighting, underlining, shaping, and many others, which solves your issues easily.
You can also encrypt and decrypt your PDF files as you wish. On top of that, you can add watermarks and e-signatures to your files which can protect the copyright substantially.
Other best features of SwifDoo PDF include:
Only takes up 10MB of disk space
Intuitive tabbed interface
Safeguard sensitive and private information
Fast PDF converter
SwifDoo PDF
A PDF software with exceptional features that helps you create, convert and so much more in an easier way.
PDF Element is an advanced editor with many modules that make it easier to handle PDFs and it’s mostly used by businesses and Fortune companies to control their content and keep it private.
With this app, it is easier to customize it by using the checkboxes, templates, buttons, and more.
You can change the fonts, check the spelling, and use OCR to edit scanned files and create and fill PDF forms.
PDF Element can protect your files using password encryption and permissions and has lots of collaboration features.
Features of PDFElement include:
OCR feature
Create and fill PDF forms
Password encryption and permissions
Collaboration features
Convert PDFs into other formats like images or Word documents
PDF Element
Get a PDF editor with security to protect your files using password encryption and permissions.
Nitro is one of the most powerful and commonly used PDF editors after Adobe and Foxit editors. It has a user-friendly interface with powerful features that makes editing PDFs easier.
It has a QuickSign feature that enables users to sign documents easily, especially forms. Even more, it comes with OCR features that help in recognizing scanned documents.
You can also improve the document’s security by sending a digital certificate to the users who need access to the file.
Other features of the editor include:
It supports over 250+ file formats
Easy to collaborate with other users
Has the ability to type, draw and upload photos to the document
Ability to share feedback through highlights, comments, and sticky notes
Ability to change the orientation and color of the documents
Nitro PDF Pro Free
Get a DF editor that supports over 250 file formats and presents the OCR technology essential for editing scanned PDFs.
Readiris is a management PDF software that helps convert scanned documents into editable PDFs through OCR technology. It’s easier to install and use due to its simple user interface.
It saves time by converting files in less time due to its speed to generate tables, text, graphics, numbers, words, and not only.
It offers a 10-day free trial to test for premium features if you are interested in upgrading.
Other features include:
It can produce colored texts and backgrounds
It produces documents formats that work with over 70 applications from browsers, word processing programs, design software
Ability to work with image formats
Readiris PDF editing tool
Get a PDF software that converts scanned documents into editable PDFs through OCR technology.
It’s a free online editor with over 40 features that simplify PDF editing. These tools help in the conversion of PDFs, editing, uploading, deleting, cropping, splitting, extraction, and more.
This software solution is reliable and has important features like adding watermarks, resizing pages, adding passwords, and extracting pages.
It limits performing one task per hour for freebies and 6 USD monthly for a premium upgrade.
Some of its key features include:
RTF to PDF conversion
The option to add watermarks
You can extract text and images
PDF rotation
PDF Candy
A free online editor with over 40 features and a Jack-of-all-trades when it comes to PDF editing.
Foxit is one of the best free PDF editors working with the Windows 11 version. Foxit is lighter and has many features compared to the other PDF editors.
It has a text viewer mode that enables text display like a Notepad-like view and simplifies the formatting. You can use this PDF editor to sign documents with your handwriting or signatures.
Some of the best features of Foxit PDF include:
Easy to collaborate with others when working in a team
It has many editing features, i.e., merging and adding PDF pages recognizing OCR documents
Has advanced security features that protect the PDF from unauthorized users
With advanced features like eSign, Remove Password, Split, Compress, and Rearrange, TinyWow is a free and easy-to-use PDF editor available to fulfill all your editing needs.
Add animated GIFs, dancing emojis, or even create your own mini-movies within your PDFs and bring your PDFs to life.
This tool lets you highlight, underline, and strikethrough text in vibrant colors that practically jump off the page.
You can edit PDFs, convert them to Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, merge PDFs, and even convert JPG images to PDFs without any hassle.
Its PDF Translator feature can translate the PDF document into the desired language, all you need to do is upload your PDF, and within a couple of minutes, you get the output.
Some of the best features of TinyWow include:
Crop, rotate, merge, and compress PDF files with ease
The web-based programs can help if you are in a hurry and want to edit the documents immediately.
Most of them limit their extensive features, which require a subscription making it hard to enjoy the benefits you would get when using installed editors on your Windows 11 PC.
Free PDF editors lack other extensive features found when using the paid version of PDF editors. Some of the features you may miss include AI editing, text recognition, and extreme formatting.
We hope at least one of the above editors caught your eye. Please give us feedback on the one you found helpful in the comments section below.
Outlook users are reporting Outlook does not support the connection encryption type error after installing a new update for Windows OS and Microsoft Office 2010 and above. This error prevents the user from sending and receiving emails on their Outlook client.
Since this error is so problematic, today we’ll show you how to fix it.
What to do if Outlook does not support the connection encryption type?
1. Check your connection
This error usually occurs if the user’s computer does not have a stable Internet connection. The first thing you should do here is to check whether you have a working Internet connection.
Try to open any web page and check if the Internet connection is fast enough to work with the Outlook client.
2. Check your Outlook Email Client Settings for SSL
Launch Outlook and click on File.
From the right pane click on Account Settings and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
Next click on Change Account Settings.
Click on More Settings.
Open the Advanced tab.
Here uncheck “This server required an encrypted connection (SSL)” option.
On New version of Outlook, click the Security tab after clicking on More Settings.
Uncheck “Encrypt data between Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Exchange”.
Click Apply and OK to save the changes.
Click on Next to change the profile settings.
Close the Account Settings window and check if you are able to resolve the error.
3. Uninstall feature update
Click on Start and select Settings.
Click on Update and Security.
Click on Windows Update.
Click on View update history.
Under View Update History, click on Uninstall Updates.
Now go through the installed updates and select the most recently installed KB update. Select the update click on Uninstall.
After the updates are uninstalled, reboot the system and check for any improvements.
4. Turn Off Firewall
Click on Start and select Settings.
Go to Update and Security.
Click on Windows Security.
Click on Firewall and Network Protection.
Click on current active network and turn off Windows Defender Firewall.
If you have antivirus software running, check if the antivirus program has its own firewall.
Also, disable your antivirus software for an hour, and check if that helps.
5. Repair Outlook
Press Windows Key + R to open Run.
Type control and press OK.
Now go to Programs > Programs and Features.
Select Microsoft Office and click on Change button.
In the Repair Window, you will two options. Quick Repair and Online Repair.
First, select Quick Repair as it does not require Internet connection and the repair process is quick. After that, check if the Outlook client is working fine.
If that does not work, click on Online Repair and click the Repair button. Wait for the repair process to complete.
There you go, several quick solutions that might help you fix Outlook does not support the connection encryption type, so be sure to try them all.
Have you ever sent an email to the wrong person or meant to send it to one person but mistakenly sent it to someone else? For example, you may want to send confidential information over email, but you don’t want your message to be easily accessible.
To prevent unauthorized access, you can use Outlook to encrypt the message. Read on to find out how to send secure email in Outlook.
Does Outlook offer secure email?
Outlook offers secure email features. Most people are familiar with the basic security features, such as the ability to password-protect emails and prevent recipients from forwarding or copying messages. But there’s more to Outlook security than that.
Encrypted email – Although there exists email encryption software, Outlook also offers secure mail by encrypting messages and attachments. This means that no one can read them except for the intended recipient. Encrypted emails are sent using Transport Layer Security (TLS) or Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), which is a protocol used to verify the identity of a server and create an encrypted connection.
Office 365 Message Encryption – Office 365 Message Encryption is a service that lets you send and receive encrypted emails. This can be useful if you want to protect information from unauthorized access, for example, when sending sensitive documents to external parties. It also works with most email clients.
S/MIME certificates – S/MIME stands for Secure/Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions and is an open standard for public key-private key encryption and signing of email messages. S/MIME uses RSA encryption technology to digitally sign and encrypt emails so that only the intended recipients can view them.
Signatures – These are for adding an extra layer of protection against spoofing and phishing attacks. They make sure that each message you send is coming from an authorized account by verifying that it’s actually coming from your inbox address. You can also use email signature software if the built-in doesn’t offer much customization. Alternatively, you can add email-scanning software to check for malware.
Outlook add-ins – In addition to the built-in protection for Outlook, there are several third-party security add-ins available in the Office Store that can help you protect your email account. Outlook add-ins are small programs that can be used to extend the functionality of Outlook.
How can I send a secure email in Outlook?
1. Individual email messages
Launch the Outlook app and click on New email.
Navigate to the Options tab and click on the arrow next to More options.
In the Properties dialog that pops up, click on Security Settings.
The Security Properties dialog will open and check the Encrypt message contents and attachments box.
Go to Security under Security setting, and in the drop-down menu, select S/MIME certificate,then press OK.
Now, when you send the message, it will be encrypted.
Outlook users who want to send S/MIME-protected emails must install a S/MIME certificate on their computer and configure their Outlook settings accordingly.
Encrypting an email is a way to protect the contents of your message from being accessed by others. If you’re sending sensitive information over email, it’s essential to ensure that no one but the intended recipient can read it.
The encryption process occurs in two steps. First, you need to encrypt the message so that nobody can read it without the correct key. Then, it would be best if you decrypted it with the right key. So, how do you open an encrypted email in Outlook?
You’ll see a lock icon next to the sender’s name if you receive an encrypted email. You can open the email by clicking the lock icon. You will then be prompted to enter the security key to reveal the content of the email.
Encrypting your emails doesn’t mean you send them in secret code. It just means that only the person with the correct decryption key can open them. Now that you know encryption, you may wonder: Where is my Send Secure button in Outlook?
When you send a new email message, you can find the Send Secure button under the File option at the top left corner.
And that’s how to send emails using Outlook securely. Should you encounter any issues, such as Outlook failing to open in Windows 11, we have a dedicated guide for you.
We print various documents frequently, but some users reported that their printer runs a blank page between every printed page.
Obviously, the printer printing blank pages in between is no standard scenario and it can be frustrating to deal with. In comes the big question: why does my printer print blank pages in between?
The issue is most likely related to your drivers, so be sure to reinstall or update them. However, the root cause is often tricky to find and you can even deal with a conjunction of factors.
Why does my printer print a blank page after every printed page?
When using your browser to print, third-party extensions can also cause havoc. If your printer prints blank pages every other page, disabling these modules could help.
Improper printer settings, debris or junk accumulated in the cartridges or trays as well as other features can be responsible for printer printing blank pages in between issues.
And speaking of printer issues, here are some common problems that users reported:
Printer prints blank page after each job
Printer skipping pages
HP, Epson, Brother, Canon printer printing extra blank pages, blank pages in between
Printer runs a blank page between every printed page
Printer prints blank pages every other page
Google Docs printing blank pages every other page – If Google Docs is not printing as it should, you might want to quickly clean up the browser’s cache.
Printer printing blank pages but has ink
Printer print a blank page first
Thermal, wireless printer printing blank pages
Printer prints blank pages but prints test page
This can be an annoying problem, and in today’s article, we’ll show you how to fix it properly. Just check out the solutions listed below.
How do I stop my printer from printing extra blank pages?
If you’re using an ink-jet printer, the problem might be your cartridges. According to users, sometimes your cartridges can get clogged, and that will lead to this problem.
To fix the issue, it’s advised to carefully clean them using a soft cloth. After cleaning the cartridges, check if the problem is still there.
2. Perform a self-cleaning process
Go to the printer Control Panel and press and hold the Go button for about 3 seconds until all lights are on your printer.
Once the lights are on release the Go button.
When the process is finished, check if the problem is still there.
If the printer runs a blank page between every printed page, perhaps you can fix the problem by performing a self-cleaning process.
This is fairly simple to do, and in order to do it, simply follow the steps indicated above.
We have to mention that this process is different for each printer, so you might have to do a bit of research or check your instruction manual in order to see how to perform this procedure.
3. Update your drivers
Printer problems can be caused by outdated drivers, and if the printer runs a blank page between every printed page, we advise you to update your printer driver to the latest version.
To do that, visit the manufacturer’s website and download the latest drivers for your printer. As expected, you need to know the correct model of your printer and which drivers to grab.
If this sounds a bit complicated for you, there are many great third-party tools that can help you with that. Outbyte Driver Updater, for example, is a reliable software tool to take into consideration.
Long story short, it will update all your drivers on your PC with just a couple of clicks.
It can basically keep your system safe from any potential malfunction caused by the installation of the wrong driver version.
Therefore, install it right away using the link below and after your drivers are up to date, check if the problem is still there.
2. Open Device Manager. To do that, press Windows Key + X and choose Device Manager from the list.
3. Locate your printer driver, right-click it, and choose Uninstall device.
4. If available, check Remove driver software for this device and click Uninstall.
When your printer runs a blank page between every printed page, the problem is most likely related to your drivers.
If your driver is corrupted, that might lead to this problem. To fix the issue, users are suggesting reinstalling your printer driver.
This is fairly simple to do, and you can do it by following the above steps.
Once you uninstall the printer driver, restart your PC. Once the PC restarts, connect your printer and turn it on. Windows will try to install the default driver for your printer.
If the default driver is installed, check if the problem is still there. If the problem is still there or if the driver wasn’t installed, move to the next solution.
5. Clean your tray solenoid
According to users, if the printer runs a blank page between every printed page, it’s possible that there’s an issue with your tray solenoid.
Sometimes these solenoids can become sticky, and that will cause your printer to use more paper than it needs.
To fix the problem, you need to open your printer and find these two solenoids and clean them. In addition, you might want to clean the solenoid for the duplexer as well.
We have to warn you that this is an advanced procedure, and unless you’re fairly familiar with your printer and its components, we suggest contacting a professional.
It’s also worth mentioning that this process will void your warranty, so if the device is still under warranty, perhaps it would be best to send it to the official repair center.
6. Make sure that the separators feature isn’t enabled
Press Windows Key + S and choose Control Panel from the list of results.
When the Control Panel opens, navigate to Devices and Printers.
Locate your printer, right-click it, and choose Printing Preferences.
Go to the Paper tab and there you should see the Separators option. Set it to No Separators and save changes.
Many printers support the separators feature, and by using this feature you’ll print a blank page between every printer page.
However, this feature can be disabled easily from printer properties. To do that, just follow the above procedure.
After disabling this feature, the problem should be resolved and everything will start working again.
7. Turn off advanced printing features
Open the Devices and Printer panel as we showed you in the previous solution.
Locate your printer, right-click it, and choose Printer preferences.
Go to the Advanced tab and disable all features.
According to users, if the printer runs a blank page between every printed page, the problem might be the printer’s properties.
Apparently, the advanced printing features can interfere with your printer and cause this problem, but you can disable them by doing as described above.
8. Uncheck the print header/footer option
Click the Menu button in the top right corner and choose More tools > Extensions.
Disable all extensions on the list by clicking the switch next to each extension.
After disabling the extensions, restart Chrome and check if the problem is still there.
To fix the problem, simply disable this option while printing from Chrome. If the problem is still there, it’s possible that the problem is caused by your extensions.
To fix this, disable all extensions and check if that solves the issue. If the issue doesn’t appear, enable extensions one by one until you manage to recreate the problem.
In case the issue is still here, you might want to try resetting Chrome to the default and check if that solves the problem.
Speaking of printer issues, many reported that printer is printing even pages first, and we wrote more about that issue in one of our new guides.
Which one worked for you? Tell us more in the comments area below.
Microsoft Outlook is one of the best email clients on Windows 10. Despite that, Scheduling Assistant is sometimes greyed out and users don’t know how to solve this issue.
When a certain on-premise Outlook user opens the Scheduling Assistant to set up a meeting, Free/Busy shows as greyed out. This is one of the many Free/Busy information retrieval issues and the weirdest part is that accessing the shared Calendar seems to work fine.
Only booking a meeting by using the Scheduling Assistant leads to the same annoying hash marks you’re also seeing. We are here to share with you a couple of procedures that will surely solve this problem, provided that you’re eager to take matters into your own hands.
Thus, to learn more about fixing this Outlook Scheduling Assistant error, continue reading.
What can I do if Outlook scheduling assistant is greyed out?
1. Delete the cache and let Outlook recreate it
Open Outlook and access your mailbox.
In the Outlook main window, click the File menu.
Select the option for Account Settings.
Select your Outlook Exchange account.
Then, click on the Change button.
It’s time to uncheck the option for Use Cached Exchange Mode.
Up next, exit out of Outlook.
Return to the Change Account settings to turn on the Use Cached Exchange Mode button.
Again, close out of the menus to exit Outlook.
Open Outlook for re-caching.
Note: This procedure can take up to several hours, depending on how much data you have in the cloud.
Outlook uses a feature called caching to communicate with servers for a better view of your email that resides on a collection of servers. This involves storing remote data temporarily on the local computer, so if the cache is corrupted, then lots of strange things seem to happen all of a sudden.
Scheduling Assistant appearing as greyed out could be one of them, so follow the instructions above to remedy potential Outlook caching issues.
2. Delete Outlook entry for the affected recipient
Trying to book a meeting should work like a breeze, yet those hash marks in Scheduling Assistant prove otherwise. If accessing the shared folder is working, then try deleting the entry for the affected recipient in Outlook.
After completing this simple fix, many users forget all about the corruption of that entry and everything starts working again.
3. Run Test E-mail AutoConfiguration
Alternatively, you may check the WebServices Virtual Directory settings, and run the Test E-mail AutoConfiguration on the Outlook client.
Verify the URLs returned from the server. If there’s nothing out of order here, it could be a misconfiguration proxy issue.
Conclusion
Not being able to see the Free/Busy status when in the Scheduling Assistant in Outlook is frustrating. The entire row is grayed out, yet simple fixes such as the ones described here should do the trick. Browse through the page to find the right solution for you.
If you need further assistance, then you can always contact us by using the comments area below.
The multitude of social media features dedicated to sharing videos and photos in real time often causes Facebook to run slow. This happens on all browsers.
While other sites might load at a regular speed, Facebook will still have issues because it is a complex platform and needs quite a few resources.
However, it’s not just something that happens out of the blue. You might, therefore, ask why Facebook is so slow sometimes. So, why does Facebook take so long to load?
Let’s take a closer look to see what that’s all about.
Why is Facebook so slow on my computer?
Loading issues are closely linked to faulty, weak, or otherwise impaired Internet connections, so you might want to start troubleshooting by closely examining your network.
If you have tested your network and it’s fast, but Facebook is still loading slowly, try closing some tabs from your browser and other unnecessary apps. Every tab and app consumes resources (CPU and RAM), and Facebook needs its fair share.
Finally, browser extensions are known to interfere with other apps and programs frequently, so you might want to rule out this possibility as well.
Facebook is slow on Chrome, loading slowly on Firefox
Facebook is slow, but the Internet fast
The Facebook app is slow-loading
Facebook loading problem
Facebook slow-loading pictures
In this article, we will bring a few easy solutions to help you fix this problem on your current web browser too.
How do I fix Facebook loading problems?
1. Delete the browser cache and cookies
Start Chrome.
Click on the Settings menu (the three vertical dots), hover on History, and then select History from the context menu.
LClick on the Clear browsing data option.
From the drop-down menu, select a Time range for which you want to clear the cache.
Checkmark all the boxes, then click on Clear data. You may keep the Browsing history if you really need to.
When a browser or a web app starts to move slower, you should immediately think about clearing the cookies and cache files.
We have shown you how to clear the cache and cookies from Chrome, but the procedure is very similar to any other popular browser out there.
2. Disable extensions on your browser
2.1 Google Chrome
Open Chrome.
Click the Extensions icon (that looks like a piece of a puzzle) from the top right and select Manage extensions.
Thus, you might want to disable these modules if Facebook is loading slowly.
2.2 Mozilla Firefox
Open the browser, access the Tools menu, and select Add-ons to open a window.
Select the Extensions or Plugins section.
Click on the extension you want to disable and then choose Disable.
If Facebook is not working on Firefox, you might need to disable the pug-ins or complementary modules in order to give it a proper boost.
We have outlined how to disable Chrome and Firefox extensions because most readers who complain about slow Facebook are using them. However, the method is very similar if you’re using another browser.
Even if you have a good Internet connection, using a high-quality VPN is the best option for fixing Facebook running slow on all browsers.
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Choose the browser from the list and click Remove.
Restart your PC.
Sometimes, the best way to make your browser load correctly is to reinstall it. This solution will also improve your PC performance, and your Facebook will load faster.
5. Use a different browser
Facebook is working on many browsers, and if you’re not happy with the results, even if you’ve reinstalled yours, you should consider replacing it.
Luckily, we have a selection of the best browsers for Facebook. You should test a few and see which one is better for you.
It is one of the most anticipated games of the decade thus far, and Starfield will most likely arrive at last sometime in 2023. While an official release date has not been announced, it seems all but certain it will fall within the first half of the year (as confirmed on the game’s newly up-and-running support page over on Bethesda.net), with many pointing to May or June.
While this is purely fan speculation, such a move would be perfectly in line with Bethesda’s history of aiming for memorable release dates for its games, as it did with the 11/11/11 release date for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. We will just have to wait and see—though likely not too much longer—if these fans are truly on to Bethesda’s plans.
There have been a lot of big deals on Xbox games lately with the Black Friday and end-of-year Countdown sales. The season of savings continues—but only for a short time—with the massive Xbox Last Chance sale.
These deals are expected to last up to around January 10th, though individual game discounts may vary. Literally hundreds of deals on Xbox games are up for grabs, some of them as much as a whopping 80% off! While it is far too much to go into here, we’ve listed some of the highlights below. Feel free to check out all the deals of the Xbox Last Chance sale on Xbox.com.
More deals await with the Xbox Last Chance sale, and there is bound to be something for every type of gamer. Is there anything on our list that has you excited for the sale? Let us know in the comments.
The Too many different cell formats error message is one that can pop up for some Microsoft Excel users when they try to add formatting to a spreadsheet cell (or cell range).
Or the error message might pop up when you try to copy cells and data from another spreadsheet file or source into a sheet.
Consequently, Excel users can’t apply further formatting to the spreadsheet when that error message pops up.
The cell formats error occurs when an Excel file reaches the maximum number of cell format combinations.
Excel 2003 users can add a maximum of 4,000 unique cell formatting combinations to a spreadsheet. You can apply 64,000 unique cell format combinations in later Excel versions.
Those might be large figures but remember that unique formatting counts any kind of cell formatting for fonts, borders, alignment, numbers, fill colors, etc. So a large spreadsheet might reach the max formatting amount.
Does the Too many different cell formats error message pop up for one or more, of your Excel spreadsheets? If so, check out the “cell formats” error fixes below.
How do I fix common Excel cell format errors?
1. Clear all the spreadsheet’s cell formatting
Press the Ctrl + A hotkey to select all the cells in the spreadsheet.
Select the Home tab shown directly below.
Press the Clear button to open the submenu in the snapshot directly below.
Then select the Clear Formats option. Thereafter, you can apply new formatting to the spreadsheet.
Wrong formatting can also cause
2. Repair the Spreadsheet With Stellar Repair for Excel
An Excel file might also be corrupted if the cell formats error message pops up when you try to open it. You can fix corrupted Excel spreadsheets with the Stellar Repair for Excel software for Windows.
You can also try out a demo version of the software by clickingFree Download.
When you’ve installed and opened the software, you can click Select File to select the spreadsheet that might be corrupted.
Click Scan to start the scanning. After that, you’ll see a preview of the corrupted file; and can press the Repair button to fix it.
So that’s how you can fix the Too many different cell formats error. Reducing unique cell formatting in spreadsheets will certainly resolve the issue when you can edit the sheets.
If you can’t open the file in Excel, check out the Style Reduction Tool and Stellar Repair for Excel software, or try editing the spreadsheet with an alternative application.
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3. Add a standard font to all cells and remove fill colors
First, press the Ctrl + A keyboard shortcut to select all spreadsheet cells.
Then click the font menu on the Home tab to select a new font for all the cells.
Click the Fill Color button to open the palette as in the snapshot directly below.
Select the No Fill option to remove all fill colors from the spreadsheet. Then all the spreadsheet cells will have the same font and will not include any fill color formatting.
Clearing all a sheet’s formatting, however, might be a slightly drastic fix. If you prefer to retain some of the formatting in the spreadsheet, reducing the amount of unique cell formatting is a better fix.
One of the best ways to do that is to add a standardized font to the spreadsheet so that all the cells have the same font.
In addition, removing all separate fill colors in an Excel sheet might also reduce the amount of unique cell formatting.
4. Select the Clean Excess Cell Formatting option
Click the File tab and select Options to open the Excel Options window.
Click Add-ins on the left of the Excel Options window.
Then click the Manage drop-down menu to select COM Add-ins.
Select the Inquire check box in the COM Add-ins window, and then press the OK button.
Thereafter, you can select an Inquire tab on the Excel window.
Click the Clean Excess Cell Formatting button on the Inquire tab.
Select to clean all worksheets in the spreadsheet. Thereafter, click Yes to save the spreadsheet changes.
Remember that blank Excel spreadsheet cells can also include formatting.
For example, a column will include the same font formatting in blank cells and those with data in them if you apply the same font to the whole column.
Thus, blank cells that aren’t in use can also increase the number of uniquely formatted cells and cause # Value error; read this guide to learn more about it.
As such, removing excess formatting from a spreadsheet is another potential resolution for the “cell formats” error.
You can do that quickly with the Inquire add-on’s Excess Cell Formatting option. Inquire is an add-on in Excel 2013 and more recent versions.
5. Check out the Style Reduction Tool for Microsoft Excel
The Too many different cell formats error message might pop up when some users try to open a spreadsheet file.
Consequently, the Excel spreadsheet file doesn’t open, and the users can’t get rid of cell formatting as outlined above. In such circumstances, the Style reduction tool for Excel might be worth noting.
That’s a utility that fixes the cell formats error by reducing duplicate formatting styles.
Click the Download button to save the software to a folder. Then open the Style reduction tool window shown below, and click the File button to select the spreadsheet to fix.
Press the Analyze button to scan for duplicate styles, and click Fix to remove the formatting.
6. Open the file in alternative spreadsheet software
Alternatively, you could try opening the Excel file in alternative software. Then, you might be able to open and apply more formatting to the spreadsheet in the alternative application without any issues.
There are numerous spreadsheet software tools that also support the Excel file format. LibreOffice Calc is one application that you can open Excel files in, and you can also download that office suite.
With so many options on the market, finding the best antivirus to use with Malwarebytes can be challenging. However, we know that cyber-security is paramount these days. Planning to use a second antivirus software with Malwarebytes can be an effective way to double-check your system.
And although since the release of Malwarebytes 4, the software has become much more than a malware detector, this remains its most vital aspect. Security must constantly be reinforced, so by this read, you will have the necessary information to fight against potential threats and a more precise grasp of what Malwarebytes can do.
They may seem abstract at first glance, so let’s break them down to see what we mean by each of them individually.
Those aspects need consideration whether you are an everyday user or a small business. Of course, large corporations will hold other criteria, as they usually don’t have to be as conservative with their resources as the average user.
Protection
This is more straightforward. It boils down to the software’s capacity to detect and effectively remove malware infections. A higher score here will tell us that the product can detect and remove most threats.
You probably heard of worms and Trojans, but here is a glimpse of the bigger picture regarding potential threats. All of the above fall under the umbrella of a Trojan infection. They’re different in terms of severity, but as you can see, there is a whole army of them.
And that’s only from a Trojan perspective. Each virus, malware, or spyware infection has a similar family tree. The more advanced the antivirus, the better it can detect all these family roots.
Performance
The performance will measure the impact of the antivirus on your device. Like all software, antiviruses run on computer resources. Some are more forgiving, while others require much of your available processing power.
Keep in mind that you will be running two different antivirus solutions. And although most of the time, you won’t be doing it simultaneously, this remains an aspect worth considering.
Usability
The final pillar will deal with the impact an antivirus solution has on the computer. So translated, we want to see if, during our scan, we can still use our PCs for daily tasks.
Now that the foundation has been laid, let’s look at our pick for the best antivirus to use with Malwarebytes. Note this list is in no particular order.
All options presented are equally impressive, so rest assured that whatever decision you make, you’ll get that coveted extra protection.
Intuitiveness
This quality refers to the general friendliness of the UI, short for User Interface. There are software examples out there, such as video editing ones, that are inherently convoluted.
That’s because they are usually intended for large-scale projects or require excellent, granular control over every detail.
The same does not apply to antivirus software. Being a general-purpose, essential piece of tech, it should be able to be used by everybody. Thus, design intuitiveness and ease of use are factors.
What is the best antivirus to use with Malwarebytes?
TotalAV is a sensible companion to Malwarebytes. It provides the always-on antivirus layer, with real-time protection and WebShield for malicious and phishing sites, while Malwarebytes handles second-opinion scans. The two coexist without conflict.
On top of that, TotalAV’s tune-up tools take care of junk files, startup items and browser clutter, and one subscription covers Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. It is a simpler and cheaper suite than TotalAV, which for a companion product is a point in its favour.
Always-on real-time protection
WebShield for phishing and malicious sites
Coexists with Malwarebytes
Junk cleaner and startup manager
Windows, Mac, Android and iOS
TotalAV
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Already a classic, Bitdefender has a proven track record of providing solid protection against most computer threats.
It includes real-time protection, meaning it will monitor any possible intrusion in your software. However, this comes at a cost, as Bitdefender may use many of your available resources.
In terms of general Internet protection, Bitdefender is one of the top choices on the market today. With the Secure Browsing feature, Bitdefender works in the background and keeps you aware of potentially harmful websites.
Nowadays, many jobs have gone remotely, so having an advanced webcam and social network protection is more imperative than ever. Bitdefender is also cross-platform supported, meaning it will run the same, regardless of your personal operating system preferences.
These features do come at a cost in terms of CPU resource consumption. Bitdefender is not the most aggressive in this regard, but specific minimum requirements will need to be met.
In terms of memory, the minimum requirement to run Bitdefender is 2GB of RAM. But, from our experience, that will provide a bad experience, rendering your PC unusable.
But, most modern devices come packed with more RAM than that, and with feature updates, software generally becomes more adequately optimized. So, this shouldn’t be a huge issue.
Bitdefender key features:
Advanced Threat Defense
Anti-Phishing
Safe Files
Webcam Protection
Secure Browsing
Social Network Protection
Cross-platform support
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The Kaspersky family has developed a wide range of tools for multiple purposes. The one that will suit the everyday user the best is Standard.
As you may have guessed, one of Kaspersky’s key features is precisely this family tree of tools. So basically, with specialized protection in a particular area, Kaspersky has the solution for you.
We can already see that of Kaspersky’s main selling points is the granular control that it gives you. However, another point worth considering is the Vulnerability Assessment.
This can prove to be an invaluable rapport, as it grants you precious insight into your device’s susceptibility to an attack. Based on that, Kaspersky runs its algorithms to determine the best action for enhanced protection.
Apart from that, Kaspersky is also friendly in terms of resources. So, you don’t need a high-end PC to run Kaspersky and other apps simultaneously.
It also has an effective built-in malware removal which, coupled with Malwarebytes, will offer a second-opinion check of your PC.
Although it doesn’t come with a Free version, it does come with a generous 30-day trial period. That should be more than enough to get a feel of the software, as its interface and overall UI are incredibly user-friendly.
If cost represents an issue, you can always go for other similarly effective free antivirus options.
Kaspersky key features:
Encryption Management
Cloud Discovery: Monitoring cloud services
Cloud Discovery: Blocking access to cloud services
Vulnerability Assessment
Protection of mobile devices
Web Control
Protection against ransomware
Kaspersky Standard
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Another great antivirus to use with Malwarebytes is Avast. Its incredibly intuitive interface makes Avast such an easy choice to recommend. On top of that, it also comes with many security options that will satisfy most of your needs.
Avast has been certified 100 on multiple trusted review platforms, making it an ideal choice for single individuals, small businesses, and large corporations.
We especially recommend the Business Endpoint version, which has enhanced security protocols to protect your business, whether small, medium, or even large corporations.
Avast is powered by artificial intelligence, so you can safely assume it uses the most cutting-edge technology currently available.
Artificial intelligence implies that Avast can adapt to the challenges provided by new and emerging malware, and figure out how to create new and better, security protocols effectively.
A specialized Wi-Fi security scan and anti-spam feature are also worth noting, as many attacks come through these networks or phishing emails.
It also comes with a free trial, so you check out all the premium features before choosing this product. Then, test it and see if it checks all your needs. We’re almost certain it will!
This versatility, paired with excellent performance, makes Avast very easy to recommend and one of the best antiviruses to use with Malwarebytes.
Avast key features:
AI-powered
Automatic Software Updater
Secure DNS
Home Network Security
Anti-spam features
Specialized scan for Wi-Fi security
Real-time protection
Avast Business Endpoint Protection
Avast is a complete solution to guard your business against cyber threats.
Last but not least, we have Norton AntiVirus Plus. As we’ve said in the beginning, this list is in no particular order, as Norton is one of the best choices regarding malware protection and overall security.
Real-time protection is also amongst the best; Norton silently monitors everything from downloads to your web activity.
Apart from this, Norton also offers a password manager to safely and securely keep all of your passwords in one place and present them to you when you need them. It also comes with a PC cloud backup option that can be handy if you wish to store important files.
It is highly effective against malware, spyware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and other modern online threats. Overall, a very versatile, compact product suited for every type of user. We recommend Norton as a top choice antivirus software to use with Malwarebytes.
Norton’s main features:
Built-in firewall
Built-in password manager
Effective for gamers
Anti-phishing and anti-spyware filters
Very intuitive UI
Protection against a wide range of threats
Norton AntiVirus Plus
Intuitive, trusted, and effective antivirus tool that ensures complete protection for every type of user.
Windows Defender will be the first choice for some, especially since it’s a free product already built-in into your operating system.
Although it was significantly improved over the years, we recommend you go for one of the options presented above. Performance-wise, no wonder being a Microsoft product, Windows Defender performs very well.
Defender is more than capable of recognizing most threats in terms of detection, landing a perfect 6/6 score on AV-Test. The main pain point, however, comes from false positives.
False positives are harmless files or links that are treated as threats. Apart from this, another drawback can be the lack of extra features.
For essential protection, Windows Defender can do the job, but we can’t recommend it as the best pairing solution with Malwarebytes for the abovementioned reasons.
Choosing the best antivirus to use with Malwarebytes comes down to personal preference. All of the above options are fused with cutting-edge technologies.
The price point is also another aspect worth considering. We recommend you use as many as possible in their trial version to make an informed decision.
Ultimately, your choice will be based on your context and requirements. What other options would you consider? Feel free to tell us in the comments!
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