Why does this XML error occur? Task Scheduler uses an XML file to save all details that it can use to run the task. If the value inside the XML file for that particular field is incorrect or invalid, you will get this error. It is possible that the app was recently updated, but the task’s XML file is still using old values, or the XML format has changed in the recent Windows update....

If your Windows Taskbar Volume Control icon has stopped working, and when you click on the volume icon nothing happens and you are not able to change the volume then this post has some working fixes that will help you. While the audio works fine, you will not be able to control the volume of the PC from the volume control icon. Windows Volume Control not working If you are wondering what exactly is the problem, then it probably has something to do with UI interaction....

Moreover, the anatomy of attack has grown more cohesive, and its distribution has become even more organized. Developers of the crimeware benefit from the sale or the lease of the crimeware to the third parties who use it to perpetrate identity threat and account fraud. Today the malware industry supplies all the components cybercriminals require to perpetrate malware-driven crome like data theft, financial fraud, etc. Computer Malware Industry (Image courtesy IBM software ebook) There are multiple variants of malware being discovered daily in the wild, capable of exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities....

If you are receiving the same error, we will share some tips to help you resolve the problem. What is the Connected Devices Platform Service (CDPSvc) Before we go ahead and find a solution, know that this service is related to connecting peripherals and external devices. That includes Bluetooth, external storage, keyboard mouse, Printers, Camera, Smartphones, and so on. If the service is getting terminated, then the chances are that you will face issues with those devices....

The system cannot find the file specified The cause of this error message can be as follows: System files are missing or corruptedRequired Driver files are missingRequired files for the specific software are missing or corrupted. Here’s how to address the issue quickly. Please go through the entire post and then see which of the suggestions may apply in your case. 1] Run System File Checker If it is your Windows OS file that is found to be missing, run the System File Checker to replace missing or corrupted system files....

Sometimes, simply restarting Explorer via the Task Manager or rebooting the computer, using Ctrl+Alt+Del screen helps but the problem may reappear again. If this problem has been bothering you, there are few workarounds you can try to fix the problem. The wait operation timed out error in Photos app 1] Run Troubleshooters To open the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter, type “Troubleshooting” in the search box and press Enter. Click on ‘View All’ on the top left pane....

The NFS series is one of the most popular racing series that we all have grown up playing. To keep up the hype, developers keep on releasing new editions of the game. NFS Hot Pursuit Remastered is also are an example of such an edition. However, many users have reported facing the error message that says there is some issue with the game’s setup, please reinstall the game. So, if you are also encountering the same error message, continue with the troubleshooting guide to fix the issue....

There’s a problem with this drive, Scan the drive now and fix it The causes could be many, though as mentioned earlier, we have isolated the fact that the problem lies with your computer and not with the devices. The possible causes could be as follows: The error may only be a temporary bug and may disappear if you restart the computer or reconnect the drive or device again. If the problem persists, here are some suggestions that may help you....

Not reading the manufacturer’s user manual The manufacturer knows more about your computer than you do and so the user manual is important. From the simple procedure to turn on the computer to the best items to keep it clean are all included in the user manual. The computer’s user manual should be read before the computer is used. It should not be taken for granted that all is known about computers, so the manual isn’t important....

Is there a hurricane tracking app? Yes, there are multiple hurricane tracking apps for different platforms like Android, iOS, etc. For Windows 11/10, we have mentioned and discussed a free hurricane tracker app called Hurricane and Tropical Storm Report. You can download and install it from Microsoft Store and use it on your Windows 11/10 PC. Here, we are going to mention some hand-picked services using which you can track active hurricanes on your PC....

This error could be a result of several factors. In any case, you can follow this guide to get rid of the error at hand. We have mentioned multiple methods that will help you fix the error without any hassle. Before trying out the fixes, let us understand the scenarios that might trigger the error at hand. What causes error code 403 on Twitch? Here are the potential causes of error code 403 on Twitch:...

Add Signature to emails in Outlook We have already seen how to create and add an email signature in Outlook. Let us briefly touch upon this procedure. Open Outlook. Click FILE. Then click Options in the left pane of the following window: Moving on, in the Outlook Options window, click Mail in the left pane, then click Signatures in the right pane which is labeled as Create or modify signatures for messages....

Fix Unistack Service Group (unistacksvcgroup) High Disk or CPU usage The Unistore Service associated with the Unistack Service Group (unistacksvcgroup). The culprit is the Service Host: Unistack Service Group containing services like – User data access, User data storage, Contact data and Sync host. It is connected with the Microsoft Store apps updating process. To resolve this problem, try the following solutions sequentially: 1] Registry Level fix to disable the Service An instant fix to the issue would be to modify the status of the associated services from the Registry Editor....

USB drive not showing files and folders When you copy data onto a USB drive, it becomes visible under the drive readily. However, when plugged into a PC, it may show no files and folders. Here’s what you need to do to fix the problem. Let us cover the above methods in a bit of detail! 1] Check on another PC and see if the data is visible As a preliminary step, check if there’s a problem with your PC or the USB....

FFmpeg Batch A/V Converter FFmpeg Batch Converter is a Windows front-end for FFmpeg users, that allows using the full potential of FFmpeg command line with a few mouse clicks in a convenient GUI with drag and drop, file details, progress information. Download and install FFmpeg Before going forward with the installation of FFmpeg Batch Converter, you must first download and install FFmpeg. Do this by visiting the official website, and from there, navigate to Get the packages, select the Windows logo, then click on Windows Builds....

iTunes app from Microsoft Store for Windows 11/10 Easy Installation & No Extra Software: During Installation, the EXE version or the WIN 32 version was uninstalled first, and then the store version of iTunes was installed. Post installation, it was able to recognize the existing library instantly, but if you have a big library, it will take time to reindex everything. You get access to iTunes Store, Play music, and so on....

UTCSVC high CPU and Disk usage Microsoft is committed to making its Windows 10 product better. One of the most effective methods to do so is by collecting customer feedback, analyzing their problems and pushing the resolution through updates. Microsoft collects this information through the Universal Telemetry Client (UTC) software which in turn runs a service named Diagnostic Tracking Service or DiagTrack. It is an executable file that could be translated to Service Host....

Imagine being at a concert where the music is making you do things you’ve never done before. You’re filming and dancing like a crazy person without realizing you’re messing up the video. After returning home, then, you’ve finally come to the understanding that y our video is a shaky mess, so what to do in this strange situation? Well, you’ll need quality software for that, and there are quite a few on the web....

VPN software helps you connect and explore the internet anonymously. On the other hand, public DNS services such as Google Public DNS, Comodo Secure DNS, OpenDNS, etc., can help you go through some limitations while browsing the internet. The above-mentioned problem occurs when the VPN app doesn’t comply with the additional public DNS that you set up earlier. Therefore, you have to switch to the original DNS to get rid of this error message and continue using the VPN service....

Under favorable conditions, WannaKey and WanaKiwi, two decryption tools can help decrypt WannaCrypt or WannaCry Ransomware encrypted files by retrieving the encryption key used by the ransomware. WannaCry Ransomware Decryptor Tool WannaKey works by searching for the RSA private keys that are used by Wannarypt in the wcry.exe process. Wcry.exe is the process that generates the RSA private key. The main issue is that the ransomware does not erase the prime numbers from memory before freeing the associated memory....