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Since the issue might very well be caused by a conflict between iTunes and a pending Windows 10 update, start this troubleshooting guide by updating iTunes to the latest version. If that doesn’t work or you already have the latest version, run the Windows App Troubleshooter or do a complete iTunes reinstall. Method 1: Updating iTunes to the latest version This issue might be the result of a conflict between the desktop version of iTunes and a Windows 10 update....

Do note that this error code doesn’t necessarily mean that there must be another instance of Java running in the background. There can be any other installation being processed which may block the installation of Java. This error is legitimate if you indeed have an installation underway. In that case, you should wait it out and let the existing installation finish. After that, you can attempt at installing Java again....

What is causing the ‘Left CTRL Key Not Working’ issue on Windows? We looked into various user reports and analyzed various repair strategies that are commonly recommended by affected users. As it turns out, several different situations can lead to the apparition of this issue. Here’s a shortlist of potential culprits that might be responsible for this problem: If you’re looking for a fix that will take care of this problem, this article will provide you with several different repair strategies that will help you to troubleshoot the issue away....

If the disk drive has failed, then you will need a trip to the Genius Bar. To book appointments with the Genius Bar online, please visit this link. However, before deciding to go with the Genius Bar, we have listed some methods that may help you if the issue is not disk failure. If the disk has failed, then the only option would be to replace the disk and recover your data to the new disk from the Time Capsule or any other backup device you may have been using....

In this guide, we will show you how to fix the Microsoft Teams Error Code: CAA5004B. Workaround: Sign-In from the Web A reason why you are facing this error is that your Microsoft Teams Application is not working properly. Therefore, as a workaround, you can simply Sign-In from the Web which is an alternate method to using the Teams Lobby. Follow the steps below, as we have listed how you can sin-in into Teams using the Web:...

What Causes Microsoft Teams Has Stopped Working? Microsoft has just developed MS Teams and there still are a lot of bugs in it that users encounter day after day. After reviewing the user’s feedback and technical authorities in detail, we conclude that this error may arise due to any of the following reasons: Solution 1: Clear MS Teams Cache Sometimes MS Teams cache files may get corrupted and users face various problems i....

The problem of having two instances (or folders) showing in Windows Explorer only seems to be a cosmetic issue but it sometimes it isn’t. There are 3 variations (and possibly more) of this scenario. The problem basically occurs because of the Windows upgrade and drive name. If your drive was named SkyDrive in your previous Windows then upgrading to Windows 10 (where it is named OneDrive) causes this issue. Since the SkyDrive and OneDrive names are different, your system treats them differently and hence the 2 separate folders....

In most areas, the Magic Mouse’s scroll-zooming feature is a godsend. However, in a few areas, such as when interactive maps are on the user’s screen or when using an Adobe application, even the slightest bit of movement on the Magic Mouse’s surface can be registered as a scroll-zoom, uncontrollably zooming in and out of the display. Your entire display being zoomed in and out uncontrollably when you simply move your mouse around or drag and drop objects on your screen can be pretty frustrating, to the extent where it becomes almost motion sickness-inducing....

These issues frequently arise from a mismatch between the game’s requirements and the user’s system configuration, as well as potential software conflicts, particularly with antivirus programs or outdated drivers. However, such problems can also emerge from issues with explorer.exe. It’s somewhat rare, but crashes due to explorer.exe have been noted. While these are primarily the causes, other factors such as corrupted game files and high graphics settings can lead to similar issues....

In addition to third-party antivirus software, other potential causes include a weak internet connection, server issues, and corrupted cache files related to Roblox. Before discussing solutions, ensure your internet connection is functioning correctly by performing a speed test. You can also restart your router to clear any cached memory that might be overloading and impacting your internet performance. Once you have tested your network connection, verify that the Roblox servers are not down or undergoing maintenance....

Like many other Roblox errors, the Error Code 260 also has a certain description on Roblox Website. According to Roblox, error code 260 happens when no data is being received by Roblox Web Servers. The description also notes that the most recent occurrence was In June 2020, when the entire Roblox Crashed. Once again, these descriptions do not make any sense. Because, time and time again, we have seen players facing the Error code 260, despite the network working perfectly fine....

In this article, we have shortlisted some fixes for the Solidworks 2021 crashing issues. Take a look below for the most effective troubleshooting solutions and follow them one by one to solve the problem. 1. Check your System Specification Make sure your computer is capable enough to run the Solidworks 2021 program. If the specifications of your computer don’t meet the software requirements, then it can cause these kinds of issues....

The error code is accompanied with an error message that says ‘The installer is unable to install Spotify because the necessary files could not be created’. This is can be due to a variety of things that includes compatibility mode issue or third-party applications interfering. We will look at it in detail in this article and also provide solutions that have worked for other users. What causes the Error Code 13 During Spotify Installation?...

After investigating this particular issue thoroughly, it turns out that there are several different underlying causes that will produce this particular error code. Here’s a shortlist of culprits that might be causing this error: Method 1: Uninstall Lavasoft’s Web Companion As it turns out, the most common problem that will cause a Steam error pointing towards the LavasoftTCPService.DLL is a conflict with the Lavasoft Web Companion app. Although the error message suggests updating the application in order to fix the problem, we’ve found a lot of users reporting that updating the app didn’t fix the conflict with Steam....

In this article, we will explore various methods to resolve this issue. 1. Change the File Format An Excel file is typically saved with a .xls or .xlsx file format. Opening a file with an incorrect or incompatible version can trigger the error. To fix this, you can try modifying the file’s extension. Now, alter the extension from .xlsx to .xls. If the file is in a different format altogether, utilize an online conversion tool to convert it....

Sometimes you can see the “Preparing to launch Dark Souls” box when launching the game from Steam and sometimes nothing happens. Either way, you should check out the methods we have prepared below. These methods have worked out for other players and they decided to share them online. Follow the instructions carefully! What Causes Dark Souls 3 to Fail to Launch on Windows? As is the case with many games, many different things on your computer can interfere with its installation and prevent it from launching on your Windows PC....

1. Basic Troubleshooting Before we explore more complex solutions, let’s start with some basic troubleshooting steps. 2. Clear the Platform’s Cache If invalid configurations and entries are stored in the cache of your gaming platform, MW3 might encounter the 12707 memory error during gameplay, as it fails to correctly process the cache’s entries. Clearing the cache can resolve this error. 2.1. For PS5 2.2. For Xbox 2.3. For PC The method to clear the game’s cache varies depending on your launcher....

As it turns out, Valorant is enforcing the TPM 2.0 and secure boot requirements of Windows 11 in order to ensure a trusted platform. Thus, if you are running Windows 11 on your system, the Vanguard anticheat system will be using the TPM module to further ensure the competitive integrity of the game. In addition to that, a Windows update i.e. KB5006050 apparently changes some BIOS settings on your computer which as a result turns off secure boot....

The most probable reason that this happens is due to some background programs that do not exit very easily when the shutdown sequence initiates, which causes your computer to wait till they respond and then continue to shut off. The solution that seems to be very popular among people is to hold down the power button and manually shut it off, but that is much like ignoring the real problem....

Windows Update Error C80003F3In more severe cases, this issue effectively breaks the auto-update ability, so users need to resort to manual updating to get their Windows version up to date. Based on our investigations, the issue is reported to occur on Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. What’s causing the Windows Update Error C80003F3? We investigated this particular issue by looking into various user reports and by testing out various repair strategies that are recommended by users that were previously affected by the same problem....