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How to Repair the Missing “Show Desktop” Shortcut

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If the “Show Desktop” button on the Windows 10 taskbar is missing, this article will show you how to fix the problem. In the bottom right corner (right next to the Action Center icon) of the Windows 10 taskbar, there’s a “Show Desktop” button.

If you hover your mouse over this button, you can view or preview your desktop – and if you click this button, all the apps and folders in the taskbar are minimized to show the desktop. If the Show Desktop button is missing, not working, or not available, this message may be helpful. read more

How to Prevent Mouse Pointer Auto-Selecting when Hovering Over a Hyperlink on Windows 10

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Does the mouse pointer on your computer select something automatically when you hover over it for a few seconds? Some Windows 10 users are complaining about a similar problem on the forum. If you encounter the same problem, don’t worry.

In this article, we are going to share some simple solutions with which you can easily solve this problem. But before we move on to more serious solutions, read what causes the issue,  it will help you understand your problem quickly.

Why does the mouse pointer automatically select when hovering over a hyperlink?

All Windows devices come standard with an auto-select feature. Although it may vary depending on the version of windows you are using, it basically does the same thing. This feature can be activated without your consent for a number of reasons. Whatever the reason, it is important to disable it, especially if you have not enabled this feature yourself. When this auto-select feature is enabled, users notice a floating selection problem. read more

How to Troubleshoot: Microsoft Setup Bootstrapper has Stopped Working

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In Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, and 2019, BootStrapper is responsible for initializing an application created with the Composite Application Library. This relatively new technology was designed to simplify the dependencies required during the installation process.

Some users have seen the “Microsoft setup boots-trapper has stopped working” error when trying to run one, several, or all of the applications in the Microsoft Office suite. This problem has been reported on several versions of Windows (Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10) and confirmed in connection with several versions of Microsoft Office (2013, 2016, 2019). read more

Troubleshooting: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED

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SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED is a common Windows 10 error that occurs mostly due to an outdated or incompatible driver.

It is more difficult to fix this problem than other BSODs, because several drivers can be the cause of the problem, and sometimes the computer does not recognize all of them. Therefore, the first step to fix this error should be to find the exact driver causing the problem.

In this article, we will look at what this code means, when it occurs, why it occurs, and present effective methods of solving the problem. read more

How to Eliminate the CMD Error “DNS server not authoritative for zone”

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When users try to use a certain command in CMD, they may encounter the “DNS Server not authoritative for zone” error. In fact, this is a common problem. When this error occurs, it means that the affected users cannot execute commands that do not invoke the built-in utilities.

What causes the `DNS server not authoritative for zone` message?

The error `DNS server not authoritative for zone` may be caused by a possible hard disk sector corruption. The cmd error “DNS Server Not Authoritative for Zone” also occurs if the system files are corrupted. The error also occurs when running a Python command, even if the DNS settings are incorrectly configured, the error may persist. read more

Solution: System Error 6118 has Occurred in CMD

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The error message “System error 6118 has occurred – The list of servers for this workgroup is not available” can occur when you try to use the net view /all command at the command line to view a complete list of network devices.

In most cases, affected users report that devices do not show up in File Explorer under Network although they can ping them directly from the CMD prompt. In this post, we will explain the reasons and provide the most appropriate solutions for the problem. read more

Troubleshooting: Something wrong when loading the DC-WFF.dll

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Sometimes the error “Something wrong when loading the DC-WFF.dll” appears every time you start your Windows computer. What is it and how do you fix it? Well, DC_WFF.dll is part of TWCU (short for TP-LINK Wireless Configuration Utility).

The “dc_wff.dll” module failed to load is a somewhat annoying error, but luckily there are several ways to fix it. Follow these solutions one by one until you find one that works for you.

What causes the error message “Something wrong when loading the DC-WFF.dll”?

DC-WFF.DLL may fail to load if the file is not properly registered in the Windows environment. Incorrect installation of conflicting applications (e.g. TP-Link) may also be the cause of the current problem. read more

Error Fix: You need a WIA driver Scanner Error on Windows 10

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“You need a WIA driver to use this device” – If you are getting this error on your Windows 10 computer, you are not alone. Many users encounter this WIA driver error.

Users who have tried to scan a document with a scanner or printer have failed and seen this error message:

A WIA driver is required to use this device. Please install it from the installation CD or from the manufacturer’s website and try again.

In this state, you can print documents normally, but you cannot scan them. At this point, you may be confused and worried about how to fix this error. But don’t worry. This problem is not as bad as you think and can be solved very easily. read more

Troubleshooting the Gdi32full.dll Is Missing Error on Windows 10

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The file Gdi32full.dll is a dynamic link library (DLL), used by various programs. So what is a DLL file? A DLL is the concept of shared libraries implemented by Microsoft in Windows and OS/2 operating systems. They usually end with the extension DLL, DRV or OCX. The DLL file format is similar to the Windows EXE file format.

You might be working on your computer and suddenly you get a message on your screen saying, “This application could not be started because gdi32.dll was not found. Reinstalling the application may solve this problem.” Most people have no idea what this means. Honestly, it doesn’t really matter what it means. Some of this information is very complicated and difficult to understand if you are not a computer expert. But since you are facing this error, I think we need to explain some basics so you know where you are. read more

How to Repair the Zoom Error Code 1132

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Zoom is the preferred collaboration and video conferencing software for millions of users around the world. Its popularity has increased dramatically in these volatile times we all live in.

But what do you do when Zoom stops working with an 1132 error and you can’t attend meetings? Obviously, you’re looking for a solution to fix this problem quickly. And that’s where this guide comes to the rescue.

What causes the Zoom 1132 error code?

How do I fix Zoom error code 1132?

Updating Windows 10

As with Zoom, you also need to update the device on which the Zoom app is running. So make sure that your device is updated. read more