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Win11 Cannot be Activated after Changing Motherboard
I have the product key of Windows 8 Pro (Not OEM). Then I upgraded it to Windows 11 when it is free. Yesterday, my computer was broken and I bought a new motherboard and CPU. However, now, it said that it needs to be activated. Then I contact the support. They have verified that my Windows 8 Pro key is correct and the license can be transferred to the other machine. However, they also don't know how to help me to activate. They asked me to post here to get more comprehensive support. Thanks in advance! Regards, Janan
Text highlighting not working in Word
Microsoft Word 2021, Windows 11 Home Unable to highlight/select text using mouse or touchpad Keyboard selection (Shift + Arrow Keys) works Issue occurs in all Word documents Office Online Repair temporarily resolves the issue, but it returns within minutes Mouse and touchpad function normally in other applications such as Excel Issue began approximately one week ago Multiple support sessions and repairs have already been performed Any help with this issue is appreciated!
Built-in microphone stops working on computer
My built-in microphone has stopped working on my computer and is no longer detected by any application, though external microphones function without issue. I have checked the privacy settings and updated the audio drivers, but the internal mic remains completely unresponsive and needs troubleshooting.Ecran gris au démarrage de Windows 11
Bonjour, J'utilise un pc fixe et je fonctionne sous Windows 11. Chaque fois que je démarre mon pc fixe j'obtiens un écran gris après avoir indiqué mes identifiants. Que faire ? Comment faire pour que mon pc démarre correctement ? Je vous remercie de m'aider à solutionner ce problème qui est récurent. Lucer
Can't remove file association to STL files
Hello, I work with STL files in multiple programs, and after installing a new one, it automatically assigned itself as the default for STL files. I do not want to assign an alternative default, I want there to be NO default, however even after reseting all default apps, and deleting UserChoice in the registry editor under Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FileExts\.stl\UserChoiceLatest stl files still automatically open with this new program (chitubox if anyone's curious). How do I address thisWindows 11 notification badges on icons do not disappear after being read
When an app pinned to the taskbar receives a new notification, a badge count appears on the taskbar icon. After you open the app and view the notification, the badge count does not reset or disappear. Restarting the app does not remove the badge.
Speakers produce crackling and distorted sound
My PC speakers produce persistent crackling and distorted sound during audio playback, even at low volumes and across different applications. The issue occurs with both internal speakers and external headphones, and I have already tried updating audio drivers without any improvement.Windows11 File Explorer freezes when opening a folder with many SVG or HEIC files
When browsing folders containing a large number of SVG vector graphics or HEIC image files, File Explorer freezes or becomes unresponsive for 5 to 10 seconds. The issue is more severe when thumbnail previews are enabled. Disabling thumbnail view reduces the delay but does not eliminate it entirely.Is anyone else experiencing File History issues after recent Windows updates?
Hello, I would like to know whether other Windows 10/11 users have experienced similar File History issues after recent updates. I have seen the same problem on two PCs: Windows 11 25H2 after KB5101684 (July 29, 2026) and Windows 10 22H2 after KB5120249 (August 12, 2026). Files are still backed up to the D: drive, but the Last backup status and Previous Versions do not reflect the latest backups. If you are experiencing the same issue, please share your Windows version, KB update, and symptoms below. Multiple independent reports may help Microsoft investigate and confirm whether this is a broader File History issue. Thank you. https://www.reddit.com/r/computerhelp/comments/1vituh0/comment/p58ldyr/?screen_view_count=1&ext-referrer=SEO If you are in the same situation as me, feel free to leave a message below or post it on the Microsoft forum and microsoft learn. The current solution is to temporarily restore normal operation by selecting the backup drive again: Control Panel → File History → Select Drive → Select D: Drive again The following are screenshots from users who have encountered the same problem as me:Windows 11: Antivirus causes high CPU usage
My antivirus software is causing persistently high CPU usage, often peaking at 100% and slowing down my entire system even during idle periods. This performance hit occurs during both scheduled scans and real-time protection, and I need advice on adjusting settings or finding a lighter security solution.
