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Unable to Download or Update Apps in Microsoft Store – Error Code 0x800706D9
Hello everyone, I’m facing an issue with the Microsoft Store. I am unable to download new apps or update existing ones. Every time I try, I receive the following error message: Error code: 0x800706D9 I have already tried the following steps: Restarted my PC Signed out and signed back into the Microsoft Store Ran the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter However, the problem still persists. I am currently using Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6982 and I am part of the Windows Insider Program. Could anyone please help me understand what causes this error and how to fix it? Thank you in advance for your help.Scanner problems after the last update
The software support for the scanner has expired for ... many years, but I managed to install the drivers and exploit it with all the Windows updates that I have no idea why the drivers keep crashing from time to time. That is until yesterday. Until yesterday when although I reinstalled the drivers (I booted in the way Windows allows me to install unsigned drivers) and in the device manager the scanner appears ok, in the scanning application the scanner is offline . I also tried to scan via twain from other applications that see the scanner online, but the scan did not take place, it gives me an error (unknown). I tried running in compatibility mode, admin mode, to no avail. I have an older laptop on which I could install Windows 7 (I don't know where I would find the installer, but let's say) but it's somehow beyond my control. Is there any way I can figure out what Microsoft changed in the update and try to fix it? Should I wait for a later update to fix it?Windows 12 ARM/UX Vision – A New Era for New Era for Portable Devices
Windows 12 ARM/UX is not meant to be another copy of iOS or Android. It is a bold return of Windows to ARM/UX devices, built on the same unified core as desktop Windows, optimized for ARM, and designed to be fast, clean, and secure. 🔹 Core Principles 1. Unified Kernel • Same Windows core as desktop, optimized for ARM (Qualcomm, MediaTek, Exynos). • Easier development and consistent performance across devices. 2. No Translation Layers • No EXE emulation in sandbox. • Sandbox reserved only for AI tasks running locally or in the cloud. 3. Android Compatibility • Efficient support for Android apps. • iOS compatibility excluded to keep the system lean. 4. Pure and Modular System • No unnecessary pre‑installed apps. • Copilot and system apps downloaded only when the user needs them. • System size capped at ~15 GB. 5. Lumia‑Level Imaging • High‑quality photos and videos, with advanced codecs and stabilization. • AI photo editing runs locally in sandbox, never sent to the cloud. 6. DirectX Optimized for ARM • DirectX as the graphics foundation, tuned for ARM GPUs. • Balanced CPU/GPU load to prevent overheating and preserve performance. 7. Security First • Enhanced Windows Defender with phishing protection for social networks. • Windows Hello+ with ultrasonic fingerprint and retina unlock. 8. Smart Power Management • When the screen is off, only essential tasks run (~0.1% CPU for notifications). • Camera and microphone disabled by default for privacy. • User can allow exceptions if needed. 9. Payments • Support for Google Pay. • Option for a new Microsoft Pay that combines Microsoft and Google accounts. 10. Productivity Incentive • Free access to Microsoft Office apps for one year as a launch bonus. 🔹 Why This Matters • Not another clone – Windows 12 ARM/UX would stand apart with its own identity. • Developer‑friendly – unified kernel, modular services, and clear APIs. • User‑first – privacy, performance, and productivity at the core. • Future‑ready – AI, cloud, and ARM optimization built in from day one. 📝 Call to Action This is a vision for a fast, clean, and modern Windows on Portable Devices If you believe Windows deserves a true comeback in Portable Devices, let’s discuss it here and shape the future together.
Windows 11 File Explorer freezes when renaming files
Hi, my file explorer lags (or freezes for few seconds) every time i rename files and happened in any folder or files in any drive. Specifically, it happens after i'm finished renaming a file or folder and pressing enter/tab/clicking anywhere, then it freezes. When i click again anywhere on the explorer it says not responding and the hourglass cursor appears for a good 5-10 seconds, then it goes back to normal. This happens from the very beginning i updated from windows 10 to windows 11 dev, now it's updated to insider preview and it still happens. Things i tried, but no effect: 1. Closing onedrive 2. Closing all apps Things i tried and solved the problem: reverting back to windows 10 But i like windows 11, so really appreciate if someone can solve this. Thank you in advance. My PC: AMD Ryzen 9 3900x 32GB RAM DDR4 Samsung SSD NVMe 512GB Radeon RX 5700Where to obtain Windows XP in 2025?
I am putting together a retro PC from the XP era and haven't used XP in at least 10 years. I have since tossed all my OS discs, but also know XP is insecure to use now. I heard you can install an unofficial SP4 to get it much safer though. Anyway, where is a legit/"safe" place to get an XP installer or ISO that is "secure" that isn't going to be full of malware? I am just trying to run old benchmarks and a handful of games, but would like to be online. Any advice from those running XP on retro PCs welcome, this is my first one!Boot up uses the registry from a different drive on a dual boot system
Last week I was having a slowdown problem on the drive I use as my primary. I did all kinds of testing to try to determine the cause but came up empty handed. All the while, I was running SFC repeatedly because it kept finding corrupt files. I shut down last night and when I rebooted this morning, the desktop itself is the one from the other secondary hard drive while the task bar is the correct one. However, programs I normally run that are in the taskbar and desktop that aren't on the secondary drive, won't run any more. After checking, I find that Vista is using the registry from the secondary drive while the contents of all my partitions (3) on the primary are correct.Accidentally turned off computer during factory reset Windows PC
I need advice on what steps to take if my computer gets turned off unexpectedly during a factory reset process on my Windows PC. I am concerned about potential data corruption or system issues that might occur and want to know the best course of action to safely complete the reset or recover my system without causing further damage.How can I recover files from a formatted hard drive?
Hello, I recently encountered a problem. My hard drive was accidentally formatted. There are many important files in it. I urgently need to find a way to recover files from a formatted hard drive. I have tried some recovery software before, but the effect is not very good. Many files are not found, or they become garbled after recovery. Has anyone encountered a similar situation? Can you share some reliable recovery methods? I mainly want to recover files such as documents and photos. If there is a recommended tool, it is best to support Mac and Windows and be simple to operate. I hope everyone can provide some experience or effective tools, thank you!
