W11 update bricked my pointer
i can't use my #%#$%#$ trackball (or anything with a logitech antenna) ever since W11 forced and update. how do i fix it? how do i fix it? i'm tired of this **bleep**, how do i **bleep**ing fix it??? FIX IT NOW! YOU DID THIS TO MY COMPUTER WITHOUT MY PERMISSION! FIX IT!
SppExtComObj.exe ERROR
Good evening/day to all! I am coming here today because this type of error is very frustrating! It happens most of the time when I turn on my pc, it feels like my GPU fans increase and decrease the speed really random and after a while my pc either restarts or either is getting a freeze and nothing is responsive anymore! I did add this error to AI but not much help unfortunately, as I thought it is gonna give me some answers! If anyone here with a better brain than mine can help me with this one, I will be extreamly happy! I`d like to add the fact that all my drivers and everything is up to date! I have used in CMD as admin these: - winget upgrade --all ( everything is up to date ) - sfc /scannow ( no corrupted files ) Kind regards! Unable to start a DCOM Server: {3C296D07-90AE-4FAC-86F9-65EAA8B82D22}. The error: "2147942402" Happened while starting this command: C:\WINDOWS\system32\SppExtComObj.exe -Embedding
High CPU Usage by Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows Server 2019 Azure VMs
Hello, I’m running into a recurring issue on Windows Server 2019 Datacenter VMs running in Azure where MsMpEng.exe (Antimalware Service Executable) consistently spikes CPU usage every day. Here’s what I’ve observed so far: Microsoft Defender pulls threat intelligence from the cloud continuously in real-time, in addition to multiple scheduled updates per day. Despite this continuous checking, I’ve noticed a consistent CPU spike only between 4:40 PM and 4:55 PM daily. During this time, Defender consumes 100% CPU. I’ve checked Task Scheduler and Defender scan settings — there are no scans or tasks scheduled during this period. Limiting CPU usage using Set-MpPreference -ScanAvgCPULoadFactor 30 has had no effect on these background maintenance routines. Automatic provisioning via Defender for Cloud is enabled on these Azure VMs, so the MDE agent installs and updates automatically. Logs from Microsoft-Windows-Windows Defender/Operational during the high CPU window: 10/2/2025 4:41:57 PM 2010 Microsoft Defender Antivirus used cloud protection to get additional security intelligence... 10/2/2025 4:41:57 PM 2010 Microsoft Defender Antivirus used cloud protection to get additional security intelligence... 10/2/2025 4:49:41 PM 1150 Endpoint Protection client is up and running in a healthy state... These logs confirm that Defender’s cloud intelligence updates and endpoint checks run exactly during the CPU spike window. Even though Defender continuously checks for cloud protection updates throughout the day, the CPU spike occurs only during this particular window. The pattern is consistent across multiple Azure VMs, suggesting this is part of Defender’s automated behavior. Questions for the community: Is this behavior expected for Azure VMs, or could it indicate a bug in Defender on Windows Server 2019? Is there a supported way to throttle, defer, or better manage CPU usage during these maintenance and cloud intelligence routines? Are there recommended best practices for always-on production environments in Azure to avoid performance degradation caused by Defender? Any guidance or advice would be really appreciated. Thanks, NikunjWin 10 upgrade to Win 11 problem
Before I used Window Update to upgrade to Win 11 but it failed. The restore process also failed. I had to use a system backup a month before. After the restore, the Window verson was back to 22H2. It should be 24H2 when I started the upgrade. After that I could not update to 24H2 or upgrade to Win 11 through Window update. I need help to solve the problem. Before I upgrade this PC, my notebook and another PC were easily upgraded to Win 11. I think the problem is the Kaspersky. Other machine I used Bitdefender.
Azure Virtual Desktop External Identities
Hi. I was delighted to find out that External Identities are now supported in Azure Virtual Desktop (preview). https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-desktop/authentication#external-identity-preview I have attempted to set this up and test it as per the requirements and known limitations above. However, when I sign into the Windows app with my guest account, I do not have any AVD resources available. Are there any detailed setup instructions or is there anything not obvious that I might be missing? Thank you!Resolving Discount Conflicts: Applying a Voucher for the GitHub Exam
Hello everyone, I recently acquired a 100% voucher for the GitHub exam. However, when attempting to schedule it on the Pearson VUE portal and apply the coupon, a message indicates that it’s not possible to apply this coupon because an MCT discount is already applied. Could anyone help me or direct me to someone who can assist? I don’t want to lose my MCT discount, but I need to apply this 100% discount coupon. How can I resolve this? Thank you, Luiz Andrade
Updated 15d10m2025 : Phone Link disconnects in 24h2 and Pixel 6a resolved
Phone link disconnects with Pixel 6a & Windows 11 24h2 Oct. 2025 Android system version 16 update 5 September 2025 PC settings > network & internet > advanced network settings >Network reset PC Start > all >right click on phone link > more > app settings > reset Android Check you have all the right Link to Windows Permissions PC Control Panel > power options > change plan settings > change advanced power settings > hard disk > turn off hard disk > plugged in > never On phone set only 1 headphone or buds in connected devices PC go to Device manager > network adaptors > Intel Wi-Fi 6AX201160MHz right click > properties > power management > uncheck power saving items New Belong Modem 5th gen. model DWA4135BLN replacement If you still have issues > Open phone link > settings > devices > select Pixel 6a > remove > add device > follow the prompts On Pixel > Battery > battery usage > link to windows > Allow background usage on > (select text) > unrestricted On PC - optional - turn off screen saver > Start > search> screen saver > none > uncheck on resume display logon screen > apply > OK Phone link doesn't "go to sleep" but it disconnects when PC is logged off. PC : Once logged in wait 5 mins for Phone link to connect ( I just discovered) Issue resolved (hopefully)Upadted 14 Oct. 2025 : Phone link disconnects W11 Pixel 6a version 16
Phone link disconnects with Pixel 6a & Windows 11 24h2 Oct. 2025 Android system version 16 update 5 September 2025 PC settings > network & internet > advanced network settings >Network reset PC Start > all >right click on phone link > more > app settings > reset Android Check you have all the right Link to Windows Permissions PC Control Panel > power options > change plan settings > change advanced power settings > hard disk > turn off hard disk > plugged in > never On phone set only 1 headphone or buds in connected devices PC go to Device manager > network adaptors > Intel Wi-Fi 6AX201160MHz right click > properties > power management > uncheck power saving items New Belong Modem 5th gen. model DWA4135BLN replacement If you still have issues > Open phone link > settings > devices > select Pixel 6a > remove > add device > follow the prompts On Pixel > Battery > battery usage > link to windows > Allow background usage on > (select text) > unrestricted On PC - optional - turn off screen saver > Start > search> screen saver > none > uncheck on resume display logon screen > apply > OK Phone link doesn't "go to sleep" but it disconnects when PC is logged off. This is "by design" PC : Once logged in wait 5 mins for Phone link to connect ( I just discovered) Issue resolved (hopefully)
Teams
Hi all - not sure where to post this. I love Teams - using it for assignments and grades is excellent. What I don't like is the way the grades are formatted when opened in excel. I want to have the student name down the left of the xcel spreadsheet and the task across the top. I wonder if the Team at Teams could sort this for me.
