When you open Windows Terminal (PowerShell), the following error may occur:
Internal Windows PowerShell error. Loading managed Windows PowerShell failed with error 80070002.
If you run PowerShell.exe, the window may close abruptly.Read more
Windows 10
This category contains posts about Microsoft’s latest Operating System – Windows 10.Windows 10’s always been interesting, as every new major update will usually include additional features.
“Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” is Grayed Out
When you open Settings and click Windows Update in Windows 10 or 11, the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option may be grayed out.Read more
[Fix] Microsoft Store “Pardon the interruption” Error
After installing Windows 10 cleanly, the following error may occur when launching Microsoft Store.
Pardon the interruption Before you can shop, we need to update Microsoft Store. On a metered network? You can connect to WiFi first to avoid possible data charges.
0xC1900209: This PC can’t be upgraded to this version of Windows (24H2)
When you install a feature update in Windows 10 or 11, the following error message may appear.
What needs your attention The following things need your attention to continue the installation and keep your Windows settings, personal, files, and apps. This PC can't be upgraded to this version of Windows. Your PC has a driver or service that isn't ready for this version of Windows. Windows Update will automatically offer you this version of Windows once the issue has been resolved.
Fix: Windows Update service keeps getting disabled
When you enable and start the Windows Update and BITS services, they may get disabled automatically after a few seconds.
A background service may be disabling Windows Update and related services, such as BITS, Delivery Optimization, WaasMedicSvc, etc.Read more
No Option to Change Password in Settings (Sign-in Options)
When you open Sign-in Options in Settings in a Windows 10 or 11 system, the option to change the password may be missing.Read more
How to Download an Older version of Windows 11 ISO (23H2)
Since Windows 11 24H2 has been released, the official ISO download pages now point to the 24H2 ISO. The earlier (23H2) ISO is no longer linked via the official download page. If you need an older version of the Windows 10 or 11 ISO, you can get it from UUPdump.net.
The app you’re trying to install isn’t a Microsoft-verified app
When you run a setup file downloaded from the internet (i.e., non-Store app), the setup doesn’t run, and the following message may appear:
The app you're trying to install isn't a Microsoft-verified app Installing apps from the Store helps protect your PC and keep it running smoothly.
DISM Error 1243 – The specified service does not exist
When you use DISM to mount an image using the Mount-Image switch, the following error may occur:
Error: 1243 The specified service does not exist. The DISM log file can be found at C:\Windows\Logs\DISM\dism.log
How to Downgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 11
Many users ask if there is a way to downgrade to Windows 10 after installing Windows 11.
If you’ve upgraded to Windows 11 from Windows 10 within the last ten days, you can revert to Windows 10 via Settings. Otherwise, you need to do a clean installation or install Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool without keeping the apps, files, and settings (the “Nothing” option).Read more