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When I update my laptop Windows 10 to [Windows 11](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_11) some of software's show errors and not run on that OS. How i can solve it?

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I am trying to convert an 11 page Pdf document to excel and have the formatting work correctly. If anyone knows of an easy way to do this I would appreciate it. Thank you,

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AI is just in its infancy, and right now everyone and their mother is using it to quickly get access to information online more efficiently than a Google search, and generate articles and content for the web. A lot of companies are also switching to AI agents to power customer …

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A [professional and modern website]in 2025 focuses on clean UI, fast performance, and mobile-first design. Here are the key elements: -Minimal & clean layout – No clutter. Use plenty of white space. -High-quality visuals – Modern graphics, SVG icons, and bold images. -Fast loading speed – Websites must open in …

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My IBM/Lenovo video card has been causing display issues for a while, and now the screen occasionally freezes, crashes, or shows graphical glitches. Can anyone recommend a good website with reliable graphics cards at reasonable prices? Preferably genuine IBM or Lenovo-compatible Radeon HD or NVIDIA graphics cards.

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Reverse logistics in 2026 helps businesses manage product returns, recycling, repairs, and replacements efficiently. Learn the process, benefits, challenges, and best practices for smarter return management and improved supply chain performance.

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Hello all, I'm intending to purchase a fresh laptop and would genuinely value input from this community. I seek suggestions centered on speed, dependability, endurance, construction quality, and general cost-effectiveness. My interests span laptops for gaming, professional tasks, academic pursuits, coding, media production, or routine usage, so hearing about specific …

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If your Mac gets stuck on the Apple logo, it usually means something is preventing it from finishing startup. Don’t panic—this is fixable. First, try Safe Mode by holding Shift while starting up; this loads only essential files. If that works, a startup item or app may be the culprit. …

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Good afternoon friends, I’m looking for the name of a software to install on my computer that when I upload a song to it, it will translate the language of the singer in the song into another language that I choose from the list of languages ​​in the original voice …

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My wired Dell mouse recently started phantom scrolling in Windows—scrolling down would jump back up several lines. I tried every fix (drivers, cleaning, settings) with no luck, so I tossed it and bought a Logitech Precision Pro Triathlon. Same issue. Switching the Logitech from “smooth scrolling” to the tactile wheel …

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Hey everyone, I wanted to start a discussion on something we all deal with—hardware and software problems. Over the years, I’ve learned that the key to solving issues efficiently isn’t just knowing tech—it’s having a systematic approach. Here’s what works for me: Always isolate the problem first – figure out …

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When it comes to using an OS at home, Windows and macOS are great options. If you’re at home, you don’t need a powerful operating system, especially for simple tasks like typing or surfing the internet. For games, the Windows operating system is well optimized than that of the Mac. …

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I finally got tired of manually comparing directories in File Explorer to ensure my latest versions were backed up. Sometimes I would just drag-and-drop entire large directories to be "safe," but it resulted in long wait times and a lot of needless copying. To fix this, I spent a several …

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So I've had a media server for a while using Plex as the software with a Terra Master as the hardware. I've become dissatisfied with both for various reasons and I'd like to make my own, but I'm also open to Plex alternatives recommendations. What I want to do is …

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In today's digital age, businesses rely heavily on customer data to enhance their operations, personalize experiences, and drive growth. However, the increasing importance of customer data brings along significant cybersecurity challenges. Protecting this data is not only a legal and ethical obligation but also crucial for maintaining customer trust and …

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Hi DW, I'm not sure if this is the right department but I think since this is a networking department my question belong here. Firstly I just need a simple understanding as to how Call Centers receive inbound calls, I mean what are they using? Are they using like 3CX, …

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My only real requirement is reliability — I’m looking for US people I can build a long-term partnership with. It would also be a plus if you have client communication skills that help bring in client interviews and opportunities. You can reach me here : via Slack or Google Chat—feel …

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I'm trying to create a Windows 11 virtual machine using HyperV under Windows 11 Pro and all I keep getting is ![2026-01-10_111340.jpg](https://static.daniweb.com/attachments/3/fcdfcf928cf555df68a06817e647f041.jpg) I dowloaded the current Windows 11 Pro bootable iso so I'mm assuming something in HyperV is misconfigured but I have no idea what. I've gone through all the …

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Hi everyone, My phone 5c runs so slow recently, and I tried to delete some files in my iPhone and get more space. Ah, it doesn't work at all. Do you meet this? My phone has used 2 years and everything goes well until last week. It suddenly changed so …

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Getting started with any new platform can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but taking small steps makes the process much easier. One thing that has helped me is focusing on understanding how things work rather than trying to do everything at once. It’s useful to begin by exploring basic …

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Hi Guys, I live in a house where we have 8 laptops connecting to a single wireless router . I want to check how much of data each laptop is using everyday . We have Netgear router at home . Can any one help me in fixxing this .

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I know that Google has a few alternatives such as Bing and DuckDuckGo, among others. However, back when I first got into SEO, there were a dozen search engines: GoTo.com, Yahoo!, Excite, Lycos, etc. They each brought a decent amount of traffic. Why is it that Google has become such …

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I have an email address that contains my name but I guard that tenaciously, only giving it to a few very trusted organizations (my former employer for pension and info purposes), and also a very few trusted individuals. For everything else like Meta, Kijiji, Google, etc, I have a google …

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How to dispose or repair a broken iMac? My iMac is broken how to dispose it in my area ? is it a possible to repair it and replace the screen with a similar one?

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Hiya, I program on PC laptop mostly throughout the year. And in winter, program on my mobile phone. Nokia 2 (old timer). I got now Samsungs which are better. So thinking of programming on them too, just for fun (so to speak). I am curious to see my Samsungs Desktops …

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I want to run a command for ever in the Linux bash. Also I want to put 60 seconds between command execution.

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I don't often rave about software (ok, other than my own), but I have to give two big thumbs up to the latest release by [Topaz Photo AI](https://www.topazlabs.com/?attribution=true). I have a very large collection of family photos reaching back to the turn of the last century. I long ago converted …

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For those of you who have had long careers in tech, what has surprised you the most about it? Going further, what's something you'd do differently if you started again? (I think I might have asked the second part of this question months ago, but the brain fog is unreal, …

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What tech habits consume the most amount of your time? Are you fine with that, or trying to cut back? Doom scrolling, anyone? I've personally been spending a lot of time on Reddit and HealthUnlocked lately.

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My old Dell PC, now defunct, has a Hard Drive with the following description: 60GB,7200RPM Hitachi,VAN2 I want to purchase a new Compaq Presario SR5710F Desktop Computer With AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core Processor 4450e+ . If I use a data transfer cable, will I be able to transfer files from …

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Hi, I’m fairly new to enterprise networking hardware, and I’ve run into a compatibility issue with Power Supplies Juniper switches use. I’m hoping someone here can help clarify a few things. * Can I use a different wattage PSU within the same Juniper switch series? For example, I have a …

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i am currently researching web3 and blockchain development for startups and small businesses. i want to understand what are the most important factors to consider before starting a blockchain based project. for example, how do you choose between public and private blockchain networks? what are the common security risks in …

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Would you trade privacy for convenience if it meant living in a fully automated smart home with a self-driving car, etc. etc. etc.? I would trade pretty much *anything* for my privacy. (I guess I don't value my privacy very much, at least at this point in my life.) Heck, …

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I received an email earlier today from one of the newsletters I sign up for months ago, offering me to download a free Xoftspyse spyware scanner with a link to [url]http://www.scanforfree.com[/url]. Is this a reliable program? Has anyone tried it?

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Hi Guys, Before selling my laptop, I want to securely wipe all data so it can’t be recovered. Deleting files or formatting the drive isn’t enough for security. I’ve read that SysTools Data Wipe Software can erase data permanently, but I’m open to other recommendations. What’s the best way to …

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Has anyone used software from [SSuite Software](https://www.ssuiteoffice.com/)? Two brothers writing software on the side? (Information on the brothers [Here near the bottom](https://www.ssuiteoffice.com/aboutus.htm). It reminds me of Microsoft Works on steroids. Interestingly, there are directions online for installing Works on Windows 10/11. 🤷‍♂️ Bewildered.

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How do I write a script to help patients book appointments at a hospital? Java would be preferred, but other languages ​​are also acceptable.

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This morning my hp laptop running windows 11 booted up however I had a blank screen. After restarting a few times, the desktop finally was displayed. However web pages open slowly or not at all. The same thing with opening apps on laptop. This laptop was running perfect up until …

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I recently started exploring interactive product demos because our old demos just weren’t cutting it anymore. We mostly used long videos or slide walkthroughs, and honestly, people would drop off halfway or just skip to the end. I wanted something that let people actually try the product experience without booking …

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I got a little nostalgic recently thinking back to the 80's when I'd print some code on fanfold paper through a dot matrix. I liked being able to flip back and forth through the pages looking for code to optimize and make notes with a red pen. I could do …

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I just got a new laptop (Lenovo Thinkpad). I'd forgotten just how tedious it is to migrate from one computer to another. It's not just a matter of installing all the apps I have accumulated. That's not such a big deal. It's applying all the configuration/settings for each app. What …

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Hello I'm looking for an intel core ultra series 3 X7 358H laptop in the price range of $1200 - $1500, can you help me?

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What's the most annoying hardware failure you've ever had and what did it teach you? I'll go first. Check your RAM and make backups of backups.

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Listen, I spent last night tinkering with AzkaOS (app) on macOS, and I figured I’d just write this the same way I’d explain it over Slack. Not a tutorial, not a teardown — just “here’s what broke, here’s why, and here’s what finally fixed it.” Context first. This build sits …

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How do you think the hardware that you use today shapes the kind of person you become in the future? I was never someone glued to my phone until a few years ago. Today I am, for sure. I'm most likely much less present because of it.

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