This error code can be encountered when installing an update through Windows Update, or even when trying to install an update using Windows Update Standalone Installer (WUSA.exe). Today, we will show you multiple tried-and-tested methods to mitigate and fix the error code “0x80070424” without reinstalling the Windows operating system. Windows Update Error 0x80070424: Causes and Symptoms The error code “0x80070424” has existed for a long time. It can come up on Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, 7, XP, and even Windows Vista....

However, like every degradable item, batteries have a certain life. They are bound to lose their charge as well as their ability to recharge, even if they are not being used at all. Wondering whether your laptop’s battery will last the weekend away? Better to check its health and current storage capacity beforehand, rather than being sorry later. In the Windows operating system, you can generate an HTML report that shows you your battery’s condition and how much charge it will hold....

By default, both Windows 11 and Windows 10 support multi-core processors and activate all cores by default. However, these can be disabled manually, primarily through the system BIOS and within Windows. This post discusses how you can enable all CPU cores supported by your CPU and operating system (if disabled), as well as its repercussions. Why Enable All CPU Cores By default, Windows itself manages the available CPU cores. They are only used when required to speed up the tasks....

If TLS 1.3 is enabled in your browser or in the Operating System, the websites and apps that support this version will open with TLS 1.3 increasing overall security of the system and also enhancing the overall performance experience. In this article, we will discuss how to enable or disable TLS 1.3 in Windows 10. We will also discuss enabling TLS 1.3 in popular browsers including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Mozilla Firefox....

If you are running Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise, you can access the Local Users and Groups console by going to Run –> lusrmgr. If you want to manage users in the Home edition the same way as in Pro or Enterprise, you will need to install lusrmgr separately. Otherwise, follow this guide to manage local users in Windows 10 Home edition without installing anything. Manage Local Users in Windows 10 Home using Windows Settings To begin, please navigate to the following path:...

That said, sometimes it becomes necessary to delete all the information for a USB device ever connected to your system. In this article, we will tell you how to delete and remove all the traces of USB devices ever connected to your computer. But before we do, let us show you where the details are saved, and how to access them. How to View USB Connection History on your PC From Registry Editor Windows saves the data related to a USB device connected to your PC in its Registry, so it can be loaded again quickly when the same device is connected in the future....

For whatever reason, Windows allows you to restore your OS to factory-default settings with fresh Windows files that are downloaded from the official Microsoft servers using the “Cloud download” option. Additionally, you also have the option to keep or remove all of your personal files, like documents, music, gallery, etc. In this article, we show you how to reset your Windows 10 or 11 PC to default settings with fresh Windows files....

Although the images may be mesmerizing, you are unable to save or use them elsewhere on your PC or set them as your desktop background. However, there is a way you can save these images using a simple trick. If you are not already using Spotlight on your lock screen, you can configure it by navigating to the following path: Where Spotlight Collection is Saved How to Download Spotlight Collection Images Closing Words...

Since this is a preview update, the intentions behind it seem that Microsoft wants to test these fixes before releasing them officially when Patch Tuesday hits. Also, this is an optional update and would require it to be installed manually. Microsoft has already released Windows 10 Build 19042.906 for v20H2 for the Release Preview channel, and Windows 10 Build 19043.906 for v21H1 for the Beta channel for Insiders. However, this update has been made to a stable channel with fixes just the same as for those on the Insider channels....

Enable file and folder compression option is only available in drives formatted with NTFS file system. This option compresses the selected item(s), or the contents within the volume, to reduce their size and increase storage space. But what does this option really do? Please note that NTFS compression is completely different from the built-in Windows compression tools like zip or send to compressed (zipped) folder, which actually creates a zipped archive of the selected files and folders....

I still play Rise of Nations. One problem that I encountered when I upgraded to Windows 10 was that the screen would start flickering after starting the game and introduction videos. After searching the Internet and doing different experiments, I finally fixed the problem. I am documenting the solution here so that the users who are still in love with Rise of Nations can play it on Windows 10 without any problem....

Significant improvements to this flight will improve the operating system’s startup time, which can occasionally go up to 40 minutes! This would be a relief if you had to wait that long before your computer boots up. Let us now discuss other improvements in this release before we see how to install it. Updates and Fixes The following lists all the improvements made to KB5011831 for Windows 10: Updates and Fixes How to Install Windows 10 KB5011831 (19044....

The new build does not include any new features but contains a lot of bug fixes and performance enhancements. Let us dig further into the details of what the new build has to offer. What’s new in Windows 10 Preview Build 20251 As mentioned, this update did not bring any new features to Windows. Rather, it focuses more on fixing the previously known problems highlighted by Insiders. What’s new in Windows 10 Preview Build 20251 Updates for developers Fixes in Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20251 Known issues How to install Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20251 Rollback/remove the Windows 10 Insider Preview update Cleanup after installing Windows Updates...

In the insider build 21332, Microsoft had reset the rollout for its news and interests in the Taskbar. However, with this release, they have ensured that everyone on the Dev channel will have news and interests in the Taskbar. Moreover, build 21359 introduces some improvements and fixes, but it too has its known issues which are discussed further in the article. Let us now see what this Windows 10 update has in store for us....

This flight includes updates for the Narrator Braille driver support, Microsoft OneDrive, and the Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). The improvements have been discussed in detail down below. Furthermore, many other fixes have also been incorporated into this update. Let us now continue to discuss these improvements, and then see how to install this update. New in Windows 11 Build 25145 Narrator Braille Driver Solution Microsoft believes that everyone should be able to use their operating systems, even people with disabilities....

Now, Microsoft has followed the same regime and rolled out 2 new updates to the Beta channel – Build 22622.436 and Build 22621.436 (KB5015888). These updates follow the same feature enablement as their predecessor. The updates come with new features and improvements. Of course, the new features will only be available to the people installing Build 22622.436. However, some fixes and improvements apply to both these updates, whilst some only apply to build 22622....

One of the personalization options is changing of the Desktop wallpaper. You can’t change the Desktop wallpaper until you activate Windows with a valid product key. If you are part of a Windows domain, your system administrator may disable changing the wallpaper. In this article, we will show you how to change Windows 10 wallpaper without using the settings app. Set desktop background wallpaper using the Group Policy Editor As we have repeatedly mentioned, the importance of the Group Policy Editor through most of our publications can also be used to perform the simplest of tasks, such as assigning a picture as your desktop background....

When the first display device is connected to a Windows 11/10 PC, it automatically becomes the primary display monitor. This means it will host your desktop, as well as all other windows that you have open. When more monitors are connected, they are then detected as the secondary monitor, tertiary, etc. This article guides you through multiple ways to change the primary monitor on your Windows PC, and also how to align them according to your actual setup....

However, once you have configured a wired or wireless network (whichever your device is connected to as a metered connection), it will restrict Windows Security from receiving signature updates through Windows Update. This will mean your device will no longer be able to protect itself from newer, zero-day threats. A metered connection is often used to restrict background internet usage so that the tasks being performed in the foreground get greater bandwidth....

The use of audio equalizers becomes more important if you listen to music frequently. Each music type has its own settings of volume for the speakers. For example, pop music beats are different from folk. Audio equalizers will adjust the speaker settings to be in line with the type of music or audio you want to listen to. You can learn more about equalization from Wikipedia. Windows comes with its own audio enhancer settings....