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Tag Archives: Windows
Windows 7/8.1/10: error side-by-side configuration is incorrect
[German]Sometimes users of Windows (from Windows 7 up to Windows 10) are receiving an error message "side-by-side configuration is incorrect" during installing a new software. Here a few hints, what's causing this error and how to fix.
Microsoft Security Bulletin Revisions December 2016
Microsoft has revised several security bulletins from October and November 2016- Here are what's revised and why.
Windows error 0x80070008 or 0x8007000E
Some Windows users are facing error code 0x80070008 or 0x8007000E during Windows Update. Others are receiving those error codes during Windows Backup. Here are a few hints, what causes those error codes.
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Windows: Yes button in user account controls is disabled
[German]Windows is using user account control since Windows Vista to grant administrative privileges. But some users are facing a strange behavior: The user account control dialog box is invoked during an administrative task. But he Yes button to confirm UAC … Continue reading
Activate Build-in Administrator account in Windows – II
[German]In part 1 I've shown, how to activate the Windows build-in account "Administrator" using registry editor within Windows PE. In case that doesn't fit, you can also use the approach discussed below, to activate the administrator account and repair Windows.
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
Activate Build-in Administrator account in Windows – I
[German]The most stupid thing for a Windows user happens, if he blocked himself from accessing the administrative account. Then all administrative tasks are blocked. Instead of "reinstalling Windows", there are ways to activate the build-in account "Administrator" and repair the … Continue reading
Petya-Mischa Ransomware variant GoldenEye
[German]Petya-Mischa ransomware seems to return as "GoldenEye", hitting German companies. Currently the e-mail spam campaign spreading GoldenEye addresses German speaking users so far.
Windows: optional update ‘Intel – System – 6/28/2016’
[German]Microsoft has released an Windows update named as "Intel – System – 6/28/2016". This update is optional, but raises a lot of questions.
Firefox Zero-day exploit puts Tor users at risk
A publicly released exploit (zero-day exploit) works against many Firefox browser versions – and put Tor users (and possibly other Firefox users) at risk. Officials at Tor has confirmed the vulnerability, no Firefox patch is available yet.
TripMode reduces mobile data transfer in Windows 10/Mac OS
Mobile hotspots can be a lifesaver when you're traveling and don't have access to Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, OneDrive, Windows and Office365 updates and other apps can silently drain your data plan in minutes. Mac OS apps show the same behavior. TripMode, … Continue reading