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Windows does not shut down when pressing enter
Windows 11 does not shut down when I select the shut down option with my mouse and press the enter button to confirm; instead, it only goes into stand-by mode. I either have to use my mouse to confirm shutting down, or select the option for shutting down with my keyboard. I just noticed this bug today after I wondered many times why my PC has been going in stand-by mode instead of shutting down for days. I have always been selecting said option with my mouse while confirming it via the enter key and never experienced this inconvenience, so this must have been introduced with a recent Windows update. Am I the only one having this issue? Is it a bug or intended (the latter wouldn't make any sense IMHO)?
Windows 11 sleep issues
Whenever I use sleep on my PC (using the Power menu) the screens go off as expected then one comes back on a few seconds later and stays on, and I can't find a way of getting it to stay off. I've tried searching for solutions but they all seem to involve settings no longer in Windows 11 or that they have have been moved and I can't find them. I've tried disabling Wake On LAN. I've also set up Windows Hello to see if that helped, but as soon as I put the PC to sleep (from the power menu) the web cam starts flashing and looking for me, I also set it to go to sleep after 5 mins of inactivity but it doesn't. It's a new PC - Asus ROG NUC (2025) running Windows 11 Home which is fully updated. Edition: Windows 11 Home Version: 25H2 Installed on: 31/07/2026 OS Build: 26200.8973 Experience: Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.26100.344.0 I have a wireless keyboard and wired mouse connected to a KVM switch (so if i want to use a laptop which is normally off I can with the same keyboard/mouse), and 2 monitors connected to two HDMI on the PC. Any ideas? CheersRunning into problems when I enable secure boot
I was trying to play faceit but it said that my secure boot is off. I checked bios and attempted to turn it on. After turning it on my computer boots for a second then a black screen flashes and says “network media not found”. I’ve attempted everything to fix this, reset windows, restore factory keys, downgraded bios, nothing has fixed it. If anyone knows any solution for this please reach out.
Workaround: Apple Airpods Pro 3 suddenly not working with Win 11 25H2
Been using APP3 since September 2025 with no issues. About 3-4 weeks ago there were new Intel BT audio drivers released. This has created a nightmare with the APP3. I have scoured the web and have tried everything. This included removing the APP3 BT device and cleaning the registry of any of it's presence. No joy. The purpose of this post is that I've found a workaround that, at the least, allows me to use APP3 for output. The workaround still does not resolve the microphone issue, but I can get over that for now and just use the built-in mic array in my HP Elitebook. The workaround: Find your APP3 in Device Manager under Sound, video, and game controllers. Right-click it and select Uninstall device. Click Uninstall to confirm. Reboot. I perform these steps each morning before beginning work and Win 11 successfully directs sound output to the APP3. Again, still not a fix for the mic issue. I welcome any advice about that. And, yes, I've ensured that APP3 is allowed and enabled for input/recording. If there's a setting to check/change/try, then I've done it.How do I unlock my dell laptop if I forgot my password Windows 11/10
I recently ran into a problem and would like to ask for your help. I forgot my Dell computer login password Windows 11 and now I can't log into the system at all. I tried some traditional methods such as security questions and password reset disk, but nothing worked. Is there any good method to unlock my dell computer if i forgot my password? If you have a tool to recommend or know of a method that works, please let me know. I really need help and hope to find a simple and safe tool to solve the login problem. Thank you very much for your help!PC on Insider Preview 26H2 ... Windows Update tries to install 25H2 and fails
My PC is running Windows 11 26H2 build 26300.8935 with an expiration of 8/11/2026. Windows Update keeps trying to install 25H2 but fails with error code 0xc1900101. My BIOS and all drivers are up to date. I worked with Windows support .. case number 7106637314 ... and they were unable to help. Wondering if I need to use the 'Unenroll Device' button in the Windows Insider Program tab in settings. Will I need to install 25H2 via iso file as an in-place repair upgrade?WOA 29639.100 explorer.exe freeze when open some folders
When attempting to open certain folders, File Explorer's CPU usage spikes rapidly, and some or all file items become invisible. Stack traces viewed via Process Monitor reveal that the activity consistently involves the `SetLinkFlags` function shown in the image. Third-party file management tools such as File and 7-Zip operate normally, and issues related to non-system Shell components have already been ruled out by ShellExView. 7zip can show all files normally.
Windows 11 always freezes or restarts when unplugged
Windows 11 always freezes or restarts when unplugged. It happens every time I use my laptop and do something after I unplugged it. It's getting annoying. One day I checked the events before and after the crash and I found these. Can somebody tell me what's wrong and how do I fix it?
Caps lock indicator
I have a HP laptop with windows 11. Today, as I've been typing on my laptop when I click the caps lock button on my keyboard, it comes up with a notification telling me caps lock is on/off. There is no sound notification, just an image. I have attached an image of what it looks like. It is getting in the way of my screen and it is very annoying. I have searched for different ways but they only provide 3 options to turning it off and none have worked. There is no dell software installed or anything like that, I am on a HP laptop. I've tried the easy access centre and that doesn't work etc. Please help.Network connectivity issues on my Windows PC
I'm dealing with persistent network connectivity issues on my Windows PC where my internet connection drops randomly throughout the day, even though other devices on the same network work just fine. I've already tried restarting my router, updating my network drivers, and running the Windows network troubleshooter, but nothing has resolved the problem, so I'm hoping someone here can suggest more advanced diagnostic steps or log files to check.Search in File Explorer can't find files with hyphens
Search not only fails to find the files with hyphens, the results are inconsistent as well depending on the searched terms. Remember to not immediately conclude that you don't have the file (if it has hyphens around the search term) when a File Explorer search doesn't show it. Try searching with asterisks like *this* and it will find the file correctly. That said, we can't expect everyone we share files with to know that. Microsoft REALLY needs to fix search and File Explorer in general.
The prompt "Important security and quality fixes are missing from my device"
my system is not installing the necessary updates automatically. This issue concerns me because it may leave my device vulnerable to security risks and prevent it from functioning properly with the latest features and improvements.
Usage of GetRuntimeAttestationReport
Hello Community! I would like to get more information about the function GetRuntimeAttestationReport. It seems like it is signed via a key from the Secure Kernel, but the key's getter function is unknown to me. How does one query this key? Also, how does one verify the key's root of trust? Sincerely RobertThe prompt "Important security and quality fixes are missing from my device"
My system is not installing the necessary updates automatically. This issue concerns me because it may leave my device vulnerable to security risks and prevent it from functioning properly with the latest features and improvements.The network icon shows that I'm connected, but I can't actually access the Internet
The network icon in the lower-right corner of the taskbar shows that the connection is active, but when I open a web page, it says “Unable to connect to the Internet.” After disabling and re-enabling the network adapter, the network connection returned to normal.
A large number of animations and special effects consumed the CPU and memory.
I have noticed that a large number of animations and special effects in Windows 10 are heavily consuming my CPU and memory resources, which seems to be a major factor behind my system's lag. Even with only a few applications open, these visual effects consistently push my processor and RAM usage to high levels, making the overall experience feel sluggish and unresponsive during normal use.The privacy and data collection settings in Windows 10 are quite complex.
My Windows 10 system UI has been experiencing severe lag recently. Simple actions like clicking the Start menu, opening the notification center, or switching between app windows often cause the interface to freeze for up to 30 seconds, with only the mouse cursor staying responsive, and this happens consistently throughout my daily workflow regardless of which applications are running.Issues with Network Printer Setup and Usage
The printer frequently disconnects from the network, requiring multiple troubleshooting attempts to reconnect. These problems are preventing me from printing documents efficiently and are impacting my workflow. I need guidance on how to properly configure and maintain a stable connection with my network printer.When viewing file properties, the window pops up off-center on the screen, obscuring the content.
When you select a folder and press Alt + Enter to open the Properties window, the window pops up off-center in the upper-left corner of the screen, causing part of its content to extend beyond the visible area of the screen. You must drag the window to use it properly.The Windows 10 system UI will experience severe lag.
My Windows 10 system UI has been experiencing severe lag lately. Simple actions like clicking the Start menu, opening the notification center, or even switching between application windows often result in the entire interface freezing for up to 30 seconds at a time, during which only my mouse cursor remains responsive, and this happens consistently throughout my daily workflow regardless of the applications I have running.
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