Mar 1, 2022
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How does Windows decide what instructions to provide for unlocking the PC?
It sniffs around at your hardware capabilities.
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Jan 25, 2022
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I deleted a file from Explorer, but it came back when I refreshed, and I get Access Denied if I try to delete it again
The file is circling the drain, but it's not gone yet.
Jan 4, 2022
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My Excel spreadsheet doesn’t scroll even though I can use the arrows to move around
Freeze, and put your hands up!
Dec 21, 2021
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You thought Windows drivers from 2006 were old, wait’ll you see the Intel drivers from 1968!
It's the same driver date hack, just even more extreme.
Oct 12, 2021
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The happy hand: A puzzle about odd names in Azure DevOps
Who's renaming everything into something cute?
Sep 21, 2021
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The CertUtil program will decode Windows error codes, and in a variety of formats
Even more versatile than NET HELPMSG.
Aug 31, 2021
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What are the consequences of increasing the per-process GDI handle limit?
Striking a balance.
Aug 17, 2021
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Is it expected that custom default pinned taskbar items via LayoutModification.xml keep coming back each time the user logs on?
Yes, so you need to plan accordingly.
Feb 23, 2021
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Why does Task Manager tell me that I have a Startup program named Program?
It's a program that didn't register itself properly.
Feb 22, 2021
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How do I reset my PIN complexity requirements after removing a work account from Windows 10?
You need to remove the PIN and add it back.