Certain registry keys are protected by NTFS permissions and are writable only by TrustedInstaller. In an earlier article, we saw how to launch a program under the TrustedInstaller privileges. Let’s see step by step how to import a REG file as TrustedInstaller.
“Encrypt contents to secure data” is Grayed Out
When you access the properties of a file or folder to encrypt it using the Encrypting File System (EFS), the option “Encrypt contents to secure data” may be greyed out.
[Fix] mfc140u.dll was not found
When you open Lightroom Classic, TrafficMonitor or any other app that depends on the VC++ v14 (2015-2022) runtimes, the following error may occur:
The code execution cannot proceed because mfc140u.dll was not found. Reinstalling the program may fix the problem.
[Fix] Unable to Hide the ProgramData folder
The ProgramData folder is hidden by default. Some users may inadvertently unhide the folder using Explorer, but are unable to hide it again.
Reenabling the Hidden checkbox in the folder’s properties, selecting “Apply changes to this folder only” in the “Confirm Attribute Changes” dialog, and clicking OK may not work.Read more
iqvw64e.sys – A driver cannot load on this device
After upgrading to Windows 11, you may see a vulnerable driver notification at startup that mentions the driver file iqvw64e.sys. Here’s the full message:
Program Compatibility Assistant A driver cannot load on this device Driver: iqvw64e.sys iqvw64e.sys A security setting is detecting this as a vulnerable driver and blocking it from loading.
Manage Store apps using Microsoft Store Command-line (CLI) Tool
Microsoft has recently introduced a common-line tool to manage Store apps. The CLI tool is part of the Microsoft Store appx package. If your Microsoft Store app is up to date, simply run store.exe to launch the Store CLI tool. It works in Windows 10 and 11.Read more
Can’t Import .VPB Files Using Photos Legacy in Windows 11
You may have created a new video project and exported it to a Video Project Backup file (.vpb) using the Photos Legacy app in Windows 10. However, you’re unable to import the .vpb file on a Windows 11 computer, even after installing the Photos Legacy app.Read more
Diagnostic Policy Service Error 5 – Access is denied
When you start the Diagnostic Policy Service in your Windows 10 or 11 system, the following error may occur:
Windows could not start the Diagnostic Policy Service service on Local Computer: Error 5: Access is denied.
How to Install a Language Pack Offline in Server 2022
This post explains how to install a language pack and the language features offline in Windows Server 2022.
How to Block the Windows 11 25H2 Feature Update
Some users have asked how to block the 25H2 update on a Windows 11 23H2 or 24H2 system. Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 share the same codebase, and their features are the same. So, if you’re already using 24H2, deferring the 25H2 update makes little sense. To defer the 25H2 update anyway, you can use … Read more