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How do you fix missing dll files on Windows 11?
I recently encountered some problems on Windows 11. When I started a certain program, it always prompted that the DLL file was missing. I checked and found that many people have this problem. I would...
If you're tempted to start replacing system DLLs (like those in the System32 or SysWOW64 folders), create a system restore point first! That way, if something goes horribly wrong, you can roll back your system to a working state. I learned this the hard way after rendering my OS unbootable and spending half a day reinstalling Windows.
Don't just Google and grab any DLL to fix corrupted DLL files, this is a HUGE no-no. There are tons of shady websites out there hosting DLL files. Downloading from them is a recipe for malware, viruses, or incompatible files that'll mess up your system even more. I've seen it happen where people download a DLL, and suddenly their computer is riddled with pop-up ads or worse.