Windows 10 troubleshooting

Like any OS, Windows 10 is not immune to problems. Issues with Wi-Fi connectivity or Windows Update or Windows activation will crop up here and there. As a result it's important that IT pros know how to troubleshoot any issues that arise and understand what steps they can take to keep problems at bay before they affect users.

November 25, 2019 25 Nov'19
Thanksgiving Break 2019

I'll be taking this week off from blogging, so I'll wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous long holiday weekend instead. Cheers!
November 15, 2018 15 Nov'18
Microsoft reissues Windows 10 October Update, Server 2019

Windows Server 2019 and the Windows 10 October Update are back in IT admins' hands, six weeks after the company pulled them from the market when some users reported lost data.
October 12, 2018 12 Oct'18
Microsoft Windows 10 October 2018 Update stumbles out of gate

The most recent Windows 10 update includes enhancements for business users, but it ran into major problems shortly after its release.
June 12, 2015 12 Jun'15
Working Around Win10/8 Gotchas

What with running two Win10 test machines -- a desktop and tablet/convertible -- I've been banging up against the limits of this new software from time to time, and have had to refurbish some ...

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How to fix printer problems after a Windows 10 update

Windows 10 updates, especially an update to Windows 10 version 1809, can sometimes cause printer issues. You can fix these problems with these tips. Continue Reading
How to use and troubleshoot with Device Manager in Windows 10

Device Manager can be extremely useful if you know how to use it properly. Understand how to access and use Device Manager in Windows 10 to manage device drivers and more. Continue Reading
10 Microsoft Ignite 2019 sessions for Windows admins

Windows OS admins attending Microsoft Ignite 2019 will have a variety of relevant sessions from which to choose. Consider these 10 sessions to get new management techniques and tips. Continue Reading

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RAW Win10 Disk Report Thankfully Transitory

When a RAW Win10 Disk reports itself in Explorer and dskchk, I immediately reboot my system. Fortunately, that cures the problem. Otherwise, more serious repairs -- discussed herein -- become ... Continue Reading
1903 KB4512941 Garnering Numerous Issues

When I say 1903 KB4512941 Garnering Numerous Issues, I'm talking about three or more actual gotchas, one of which stymies successful installation. Be wary! Continue Reading
5 Windows 10 management tools every IT pro must know

With tools such as PowerShell and the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, IT can make managing Windows 10 much simpler from deployment through mobile device management. Continue Reading

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How to shut down and restart a remote computer

Shutting down or restarting a computer remotely is often a necessary process. Explore the multiple ways to do so, using methods such as GUI and CLI commands. Continue Reading
Windows Graphics Card Reset Key Sequence

If all you see on your Windows PC is a black screen, possibly with a white cursor, it's always a good idea to try the Windows graphics card reset key sequence Ctrl+Shift+Win+B. Continue Reading
How to repair Windows Server using Windows SFC and DISM

Administrators can diagnose and treat a buggy server operating system by using the Windows SFC and DISM utilities for image analysis and repairs. Continue Reading