Fix: DISM Error 0x800f081f – The Source Files Could Not Be Found

DISM Error 0x800f081f - The Source Files Could Not Be Found

This article will discuss one such issue that many Windows 10 users faced recently. When you executed DISM‘s restore health command (Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth), the following error message occurred: Here are some reasons why DISM error 0x800f081f may appear: You have specified a wrong Windows Image (install.wim) file as the repair source when using … Read more

Fix: DISM Error 1726, The remote procedure call failed in Windows 10

The remote procedure call failed

If you are getting “DISM Error 1726, The remote procedure call failed” while performing inbox corruption repair with DISM commands in Windows 10. This tutorial will show you how to fix it.

The remote procedure call failed
DISM Error 1726, The remote procedure call failed in Windows 10

Here are some reasons why error 1726 DISM may occur:

  • Your system image has pending corruption repairs.
  • The required service, Remote Procedure Call in this case, is not running and disabled.
  • A third-party program such as antispyware, or antivirus programs installed on your system is interrupting the DISM operation. To fix this problem, you just temporarily uninstall or disable it then check if the problem has resolved.

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Fix: Your Computer Is Low On Memory Error In Windows 10

Fix Your Computer Is Low On Memory Error In Windows 10

If you’re getting “Your computer is low on memory” notification when trying to run certain programs in Windows 10, then this tutorial will show you how to fix that.

This problem may occur when you are using a highly weighted game, running software like Visual Studio, MATLAB, VMware Workstation etc. When this happens, Windows will move the least used pages of memory out to a hidden file named pagefile.sys. This file is found in root of system drives, hence that some RAM can be achieved and provided to running applications. In case Windows fails to do so, this is the error message you’ll get:

Fix Your Computer Is Low On Memory Error In Windows 10
Your Computer Is Low On Memory Error

To restore enough memory for programs to work correctly, save your files and then close or restart all open programs.

In order to fix such notifications, you can try these steps below:

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Fix: Windows PowerShell Has Stopped Working In Windows 10/8/7

Windows PowerShell Has Stopped Working In Windows 10

If you are having Windows PowerShell problems, this tutorial will show you how to fix Windows PowerShell has stopped working message in Windows 10/8/7.

Windows PowerShell is a shell developed by Microsoft to execute advanced cmdlets. This powerful shell is based on the .NET framework and it includes a command-line shell and a scripting language. However, sometimes Windows PowerShell may not be working properly and crash with an error message:

Windows PowerShell Has Stopped Working In Windows 10
powershell has stopped working

A problem caused the program to stop working correctly. Windows will close the program and notify you if a solution is available.

If you’re also getting this warning, here is how to get rid of it.

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Fix: Steam Games Not Launching Problem in Windows 10

Steam Games Not Launching Problem in Windows 10

This article will discuss “Steam games not launching” problem, and what to do if you’re unable to run Steam Games on Windows 10.

Steam Games Not Launching Problem in Windows 10
Steam Games Not Launching Problem in Windows 10

Many Windows 10 users have reported that they can’t play any games that run through Steam since their computer upgraded to Windows 10. When they click play on certain games, a message pops up about the game “preparing to launch“, then just stops and Steam games won’t launch. Steam Games won’t open for a number of reasons, most of which are hard to diagnose due to the number of unique hardware and software configurations users have.

If you are having a problem while trying to launch Steam games, this tutorial will show you some of the methods that might actually work.

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3 Methods To Avoid “Notepad: Access Is Denied” While Editing Hosts File On Windows 10

Notepad Access is denied

Many Windows 10 users have reported that Notepad say “Access is denied” when trying to edit hosts file on Windows 10.

Notepad Access is denied
Notepad: Access is denied

Hosts file is one of the system files. It’s protected from unauthorized access. However, if you need to edit hosts file, you can get rid of “Notepad: Access is denied” error message by following one of my methods.

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3 Methods To Fix Headphones Not Working In Windows 10

Fix Headphones Not Working In Windows 10

Learn how to fix Headphones not working on Windows 10.

Many Windows 10 users have reported that they faced problems with sound on their computers. When they plugged headphones into the 3.5mm audio jack, the internal speakers turn off and the headphones do not make any sound.

If you’re also getting this problem, don’t worry, this tutorial will show you top 3 methods for your problem with no sound in your headphones on Windows 10.

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Fix: High CPU Usage Caused by Windows Shell Experience Host

High CPU Usage Caused by Windows Shell Experience Host

Many Windows 10 users are having some high CPU usage problems with Shellexperiencehost.exe (Windows Shell Experience Host). This article will discuss with you how to fix that.

Let me explain first What is the “Windows Shell Experience Host” process?

Windows Shell Experience Host is an official part of Windows. It’s responsible for presenting universal apps in a windowed interface. It also handles several graphical elements of the interface, like Start menu and taskbar transparency and the new visuals for your notification area calendar, flyouts–clock…
To check out whether this is the case on your system running Windows 10, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager. Click the “more details” link at the bottom left of it and find the Windows Shell Experience Host process in the listing. The process name is Shellexperiencehost.exe (Windows Shell Experience Host), you will look for its CPU and memory use.

High CPU Usage Caused by Windows Shell Experience Host
What to do if Windows Shell Experience Host Causes High CPU/Memory Usage

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How To Fix “Problem with Playback Device” in Skype on Windows 10

How To Fix "Problem with Playback Device" in Skype on Windows 10

This article will discuss with you about the problem with playback device Skype on Windows 10. Skype is one of the most favorite messaging services, but certain problems can occur once in a while. Many users have reported that Skype has problem with playback device in Windows 10. Problem with playback device means that Skype … Read more

Windows 10 Taskbar Not Working (Fixed)

Fix: Windows 10 Taskbar Not Working - Method 1

Learn how to fix your Windows 10 Taskbar not working.

Many Windows 10 users might face the problem with Windows System UI components. One such UI element is the Taskbar. If you are also getting any problems where your Windows 10 Taskbar is not working properly or stops working, or freezes, then this tutorial can help you troubleshoot and get rid of the problem.

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