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Windows Crash/Blue Screen of Death Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the most commonly received blue screen of death (BSOD) questions we receive at our Micro Center stores: Q: What causes my computer to crash?
A: There are many...
How to use System Restore in Windows 10
System Restore is a Windows tool that lets you revert recent changes. If you are unable to boot into Windows, or dealing with frequent crashes, System Restore can undo recent changes like:...
Continue Reading About How to use System Restore in Windows 10How to Reinstall Microsoft Office 2013 or Newer (including Office 365)
For one reason or another, you may find yourself needing to install Microsoft Office for a second (or third or fourth) time. It used to be that you had to track down your original CD, and re-enter...
Continue Reading About How to Reinstall Microsoft Office 2013 or Newer (including Office 365)How to Adjust RGB LED Settings for PowerSpec Desktops with ASRock Motherboards
This article will show you how to adjust the RGB LED settings of PowerSpec Desktop Computers equipped with ASRock Motherboards using the Polychrome RGB application.
Locate and launch the...
How to tell which version of Direct X is installed in Windows 10
This article details how to check which version of DirectX is installed on a Windows 10 computerClick on the Windows start button, and then type dxdiag in the search box.Click...
Continue Reading About How to tell which version of Direct X is installed in Windows 10How to Check What Version of Office You Have
An article explaining how to check which version of Microsoft Office you have installed on Windows 101.) Open any Microsoft Office program that you have on your system. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint...
Continue Reading About How to Check What Version of Office You HaveHow to Fix a Boot Configuration Data File is Missing Error in Windows 10
This article explains how to fix a boot configuration data file is missing error: error code 0XC0000034.Insert Windows 10 installation media DVD or USB flash drive.
Boot to the media. For...
How to create a desktop shortcut on Windows 10
This guide will show you how to create desktop shortcuts for programs or websites in Windows 10 through three different methods.Creating shortcuts from specific websites or programsRight...
Continue Reading About How to create a desktop shortcut on Windows 10How to Change the Screen Orientation in Windows 10
If you're using a monitor vertically and you need to get it changed, or just want to experiment with how your screen can be set up, we will show you how to adjust the orientation of your display in...
Continue Reading About How to Change the Screen Orientation in Windows 10How to Locate Data on an Old Hard Drive
Most people have to upgrade their computers or have had a computer stop working due to hardware failure. This article explains how to locate your pictures, documents, and other files off an old...
Continue Reading About How to Locate Data on an Old Hard DriveHow to Check Which Version of Windows 10 your PC is Running
This guide will show you how to check which version of Windows 10 is active and installed on your computer. To check this:
1. Right click on the Start button,...