Have you tried patching a fresh install of Windows 7 lately? If you’re reading this then you’re probably stuck checking for updates right now. I’ve seen a lot of articles explaining tons of ways to fix the perpetually checking issue. Not only are the articles usually difficult to follow, but none of them worked for […]
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“Windows could not complete the installation” Error – HOME Edition
This article is specifically aimed at users of Windows Home Edition. This is intended to help you fix the error that reads, “Windows could not complete the installation. To install Windows on this computer, restart the installation.” At the error message, do the following: Press SHIFT+F10 to open the command prompt Type net user administrator <password> […]
UPDATED: “Windows could not complete the installation” Error After Joining a Domain During SysPrep
If you’re here, I’m sorry. You must be wearing quite a frown. The good news is that this error can be resolved, and without much trouble. While preparing an image you may get an error when you restart Windows that reads, “Windows could not complete the installation. To install Windows on this computer, restart the […]
POODLE Attack: Registry Settings to Disable SSL 3.0
To address the POODLE vulnerability, you should obviously deploy a policy that globally updates all vulnerable machines. Suppose, though, that you need to be able to make the change using the registry. Well, I’m here to hook. you. up. Per Microsoft’s recommendation, this setting will disable SSL 3.0 and enable TLS 1.1 and 1.2 in Internet Explorer […]
Downgrade Internet Explorer in Windows 7
Many companies use tools that are not compatible with newer versions of Internet Explorer. As a result, complications often arise when Microsoft pushes out new versions of IE as an automatic update. Since Internet Explorer 8 is included with the standard Windows 7 install, Microsoft does not include a Windows 7 version for download. This […]
Drag and Drop Stops Working in Outlook (or Windows or Lync)
When using Outlook (or Windows generally), you may lose the ability to drag and drop items. For example, you may not be able to drag an email from the inbox into another folder. The solution to this problem is (drum roll, please………..): press ESC. You may need to press ESC more than once, but it […]
HP P1102w Stuck as a Disk Drive
When trying to install an HP LaserJet P1102w, the device may become stuck in “media mode”. This mode causes the device to act as a disk drive so that drivers and software can be installed without additional media. Unfortunately, the device may become stuck as a drive and will no longer be recognized as a […]