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If you prefer the peace and quiet that you get when you disable Notifications for specific apps or at a system level, we’ve got you covered. This article will show you every way that will allow you to turn off or re-enable notifications for every application or only for certain apps. There are actually several different ways to accomplish this on Windows 11: We’ve covered every potential method, so feel free to follow any of the sub-guides below, depending on how you’re looking to customize the notification behavior on Windows 11....

Using Windows Update Diagnostics A troubleshooter package is available here. This is a small windows diagnostic app for Windows installations. It is available for download free of charge. On the download page, scroll downwards a bit until you see the link “Download the ‘show or hide updates’ troubleshooter package now”. NOTE: This file has already been scanned for viruses by Microsoft. You do not need to worry about possible malware contained in it because all that has already been done for you....

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 was the first Qualcomm SoC (System on Chip) to support 4K with 60 FPS video capture, though other SoCs in flagship phones have caught up. This means that devices like the Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy Note 9, OnePlus 6, LG G7 ThinQ, Sony Xperia XZ Premium, Huawei P10, and a handful of others are capable of 4K video capture. This gets a little confusing about SoCs, however – just because an SoC supports 4K video capture, doesn’t mean the manufacturer implements it....

There are two types of PSUs, modular and non-modular power supplies. What is difference between them? Unlike non-modular power supplies, modular power supplies allow you to use only the cables you need for hardware components. With modular power supplies, you will save place inside the computer case and avoid cable mess. Next criterion is to choose between power supplies which are certified and power supplies which are not certified. Certified power supplies have 80 Plus Certification which provide better efficiency....

For starters, you can easily check your IP address from different IP address checker websites. This will tell you your physical location (or what it thinks your physical location is according to your VPN). Later on, we can also double-check your address by accessing another IP address checker website. If all of them have a constant result, it probably means your VPN is doing a good job. Method 1: Testing IP address leaks IP checker websites are platforms who retrieve your IP address details through your internet traffic and traces them back to where your physical location might be....

The error message displayed on your screen can differ depending on which browser you are using, but it will likely say something about the SSL Protocol. This error will not allow you to access the website. You might see this issue on all browsers or just one of them. What is SSL? An SSL certificate is needed for a website to work with an HTTPS connection. If a website does not have a valid SSL certificate, users may not be able to access it....

After looking at dozens of different user reports, it’s clear that this error has a couple of different causes that might be responsible for this error while attempting to use the Windows Upgrade Assistant utility to install Windows 11. Here’s a shortlist of potential scenarios that might cause this issue: Now that you are familiar with every potential scenario that might be responsible for this error, let’s get to the part where we help you fix the issue....

This particular error has been experienced by users while connecting to Spiceworks and some users also experienced this while trying to connect to a particular website. In this article, we will discuss some of the reasons due to which it occurs and also provide some viable solutions to eradicate it. Make sure to follow the guide carefully and accurately. What Causes the “Error code 20: The proxy failed to connect to the WebServer, due to TCP connection timeout....

What Causes the “Forbidden – You Don’t Have Permission To Access / on this Server” Error? After receiving numerous reports from multiple users, we decided to investigate the issue and devised a set of solutions to fix it completely. Also, we looked into the reasons due to which it is triggered and listed them as follows. Now that you have a basic understanding of the nature of the problem, we will move on towards the solutions....

People experience issues with this feature where it doesn’t work as expected and fails to launch when enabled, or gets stuck. In some cases, the application freezes when prompted to enter the passcode. These issues usually occur due to glitches in the feature’s configurations or due to problems in the operating system itself. Below are the fixes to kickstart Guided Access back to action and to fix any bugs that it might be encountering....

What is the Purpose of Msmpeg2vdec.dll? The Msmpeg2vdec.dll component, also referred to as Microsoft DTV-DVD Video Decoder, seems to be a Microsoft® Windows® Os component. It is a necessary element that enables the proper operation of Windows applications. As a result, if the msmpeg2vdec.dll component is missing, the linked software’s performance may suffer. What Does the Missing Msmpeg2vdec.dll Error Indicate? Msmpeg2vdec.dll problems can occur for a variety of reasons. These include difficulties with the Windows database, harmful programs, and malfunctioning apps....

The HBO Max issue is reported on nearly all supported platforms of the app like Android phones, iPhones, TVs, PCs, consoles, browsers, streaming devices, etc. There can be many factors that may result in the issue but the following are found to be the main ones: Perform a Cold Restart of the System/Device A temporary communication glitch of the device or networking equipment may cause the HBO Max issue under discussion as the app fails to load data packets from the HBO servers....

Like we have mentioned above as well, the main reasons that the error message in question may occur is when your Microsoft Store version is not up to date. In addition to that, in order to run Windows Subsystem for Android on your system, you will need to enable Hyper-V from Windows Features. In case you do not meet these requirements, the error message in question is most likely to appear....

As it turns out, there are several different causes that might end up causing this particular BSOD: Method 1: Uninstalling IDE / ADA / ATAPI Controllers As it turns out, one of the most common culprits that will end up causing this type of BSOD is a lopping iaStor.sys file that ends up producing a critical crash. As most affected users have reported, this happens due to an inconsistency with the IDE / ATA / ATAPI controllers....

It may also occur if the program is not compatible with the Windows OS or your Windows is outdated and isn’t updated to the latest build available. A corrupt .NET installation was also known to cause the CLR error. Remove Multiple Instances and Reinstall .NET Framework The CLR error is most commonly caused by multiple instances of .NET framework, as explained above. Although, the error can be normally resolved by running the application with administrator rights, sometimes this does not work....

Generally, the sound buzzing problem occurs due to a wide range of software or hardware problems. However, there are other reasons as well. So, here we have listed the DIY workarounds to fix the problem in your case. But first, let’s look at the common culprits triggering the audio buzzing in the Dolby Atmos speakers. Outdated Audio Drivers: The most common reason that might be causing the problem is the audio drivers are outdated or incompatible....

After investigating this particular issue, it turns out that there are several different underlying causes that might trigger this error code on Windows 10. Here’s a list of potential culprits that might be responsible for the apparition of this error code: Now that you are intimately familiar with every underlying potential scenario that might be causing the 0X800706F9, here’s a list of methods that other affected users have successfully used to get to the bottom of the issue:...

Below, we take a look at the troubleshooting methods to try to fix the problem. In this article, we have discussed the solutions to both common problems related to the error; interfering Windows services and problematic power options. Proceed with the method that suits your situation the best. 1. Restart the Intel HD graphics Control Panel Service Several users found that a service named Intel HD graphics Control Panel Service interferes with the Explorer’s processes when they reboot their computer or wake it up from sleep, resulting in the issue at hand....

The BSOD DRIVER IRQL NOT LESS OR EQUAL error occurs suddenly and forces a memory dump in a blue screen. The computer then turns off or restarts. This article will explain this BSOD error and detail on how to resolve this gaming problem. The DIVER IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL BSOD error As it happens, the DRIVER IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL error is quite common, especially when gaming, or during the high performance is needed. This stop code usually means that a recent driver or drivers are conflicting between 2 or more hardware devices....

If you can do these things but can’t type anything else, then your keyboard might actually be at fault. If you have a spare keyboard, then try plugging it in and see if there’s any difference. You might also try taking your keyboard and plugging it into a different machine. Keyboards, like all electronic devices, do wear out. The same is true of keyboards on laptops, netbooks and ultrabooks, so check that the keys are responsive and nothing is trapped beneath them....