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How to Troubleshoot “Windows Shell Common DLL has stopped working” Error Message

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Windows programs run based on DLL files. If the DLL file is not working, your program may not work and you will get the error message “Windows Shell Common Dll stopped working”. In this quick guide, you will find the solution to this error. Please take the time to follow these simple steps and try to resolve this error on your computer.

What causes the ‘Windows Shell Common DLL has stopped working’ error message?

There can be several reasons for this problem on your PC, but usually, it is related to the audio and touchpad drivers. In some cases, this error occurs only temporarily and a simple reboot can solve the problem, but if it has been bothering you for a long time, you can find some very effective solutions below. read more

How to Troubleshoot Windows 10 Update Error Code 0xc1900200

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Windows 10 is undoubtedly the most popular version of the Windows operating system in recent times, and as a result, many users want to upgrade their operating system. You may also want to upgrade to the licensed version when the free period ends. However, many users complain that they encounter an error code: 0xc1900200 when trying to upgrade to Windows 10. This prevents them from upgrading to Windows 10.

But fortunately, this error can be fixed and you can successfully upgrade to Windows 10. Let’s take a look at how. read more

Troubleshooting “Windows 10 Freezes Randomly” Issue

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If you type “computer randomly freezes” on the Internet, you’ll find similar complaints everywhere. This problem can lead to other horrible problems like a black or blue screen of death, accidental computer freeze, system crash, or even boot disk failure if users don’t find a way to fix it in time. Therefore, we have collected here the most effective methods that will be helpful to other users.

What causes Windows 10 to freeze randomly?

  • Overheating
  • Missing DLL
  • Software error
  • Broken drivers
  • Virus infections
  • Memory conflict
  • Too many running programs

How to fix random freezing in Windows 10?

Perform a memory check

  1. On your keyboard, hold down the Windows logo key and press R at the same time to invoke the run command.
  2. Type mdsched.exe in the Run window and press Enter.
  3. If you want to check for problems immediately, click Restart Now and check for problems (recommended).
  4. If you want to check later, click Check for problems the next time you start your computer.
  5. Windows will then reboot and you will see this page showing the progress of the check and the number of passes in memory.

Start the disk check

  1. Close all open programs and files.
  2. Click Start -> File Explorer -> This Computer.
  3. Find the disk you want to check, right-click it, and select Properties.
  4. Click the Tools tab and then click Check.

Update your drivers

Windows 10 freeze problem may be caused by outdated drivers. So, to solve the problem, you can try to update your drivers. If you don’t have the time, patience, or computer skills to update your drivers manually, you can do it automatically with a third-party driver update program. read more

How to Resolve “Taskbar Not Working” in Windows 10 PC

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The taskbar usually shows which programs are running. In addition, the taskbar contains various icons that correspond to open windows in related programs. In newer versions of operating systems, users can also “pin” programs or files for quick access, often with a single click.

You can hide the taskbar until the mouse pointer moves to the edge of the screen or the keyboard takes focus. There are many advantages to having the taskbar in your operating system.

However, problems can arise with this element of the graphical interface, and not only in Windows 10. The “taskbar not working” problem is quite common among Windows users. If the Windows taskbar is no longer working, follow the instructions below to get it back up and running. read more

Troubleshooting “Potential Windows Update Database Error Detected” in Windows 10

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As computer experts have increased awareness of outdated operating systems and their dangers, people are more inclined to install the latest Windows updates to improve system performance, stability, and security. Users only need to have a working Internet connection to successfully update their operating system to the latest version.

However, the process of updating Windows 10 sometimes becomes a headache due to various errors, including “Potential Windows update database error detected.” The latter error affects Windows users when they go to the Windows Update section and try to check for updates. read more

Troubleshooting ‘Desktop Window Manager stopped working and was closed’ Error Message

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When performing some tasks, such as playing a video or launching a program, or even when using Windows Explorer, you might get this dialog box telling you that the Desktop Window Manager has stopped working and has been closed.

You may not know what happened, and even being able to solve the problem online would not have made a difference. Of course, getting these dialog boxes is frustrating because they severely limit the user’s options.

Read on to find out how to solve this problem with some very simple methods. read more

How to Repair: Black Screen with Cursor (KSOD) in Windows PC

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Windows is a very popular operating system, but for some reason, we encounter many unpleasant problems or issues and don’t understand why the problem occurs on our PC.

During my computer troubleshooting work, I have encountered many Windows issues and tried to solve them, and one such issue is called “Windows 10 black screen“.

What are the causes of a black screen with a cursor (KSOD)?

How to fix the black screen with the cursor (KSOD)?

Uninstall the VGA/display driver in safe mode

  1. While holding down the Windows key, press R
  2. Type hdwwiz.CPL and press OK.
  3. Expand Display Adapter. (Note the name of your display adapter).
  4. Right-click on it and select Uninstall.
  5. After uninstalling, restart your PC in normal mode and download the latest drivers again.

Restore System in Safe Mode

  1. Click the Start button and type “System Restore” in the search function of the Start menu and press Enter OR open Run and type “rstrui.exe” and click OK.
  2. You can also open Run by holding down the Windows key and pressing R.
  3. Click the System Restore option in the search.
  4. Once loaded, check the box for Show other restore points and click Next.
  5. Select a restore point by looking at the dates when your computer was running normally.
  6. Click Next and Done. This will start the system restore, and your computer will reboot after it completes.

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How to Resolve: Error 0x80041003 in Windows 10 PC

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0x80041003 is an event 10 error in the event viewer. According to the Event Viewer, it is related to WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation). This error informs you that events cannot be passed through this filter until the problem is resolved.

This error can occur for a variety of reasons. In general, error 0x80041003 is not dangerous and you can leave it alone. However, if your computer is having problems due to this error (such as Windows hanging up), you can try the following remedies.

What causes the error 0x80041003?

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How to Troubleshoot: Windows Update Error C1900204

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Error C1900204 indicates that the Windows update failed. This error often occurs with the latest Windows 10 updates. There can be several reasons for the failed update.

The purpose of this guide is to solve this problem by creating a bootable ISO image of Windows 10 or by updating it using a media creation tool. Before doing so, however, be sure to create a recovery media for your existing operating system or create a full backup in case you need to go back to your previous operating system.

What are the causes of Windows update error C1900204?

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