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.
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.
“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 Fix .NET Framework 3.5 Error 0x800F080C
When you install the .NET Framework 3.5 using DISM in Windows 10 or 11, you may encounter error 0x800F080C. The full error message is below:
Error: 0x800f080c Feature name NetFX3 is unknown. A Windows feature name was not recognized. Use the /Get-Features option to find the name of the feature in the image and try the command again.
How to Enable Preview of .LOG Files in File Explorer
By default, the preview capability exists for most text-based files in File Explorer. However, for some file types, such as .log or .py, a preview may not be generated by default and you see the message “No preview available” in the preview pane in File Explorer.
You can enable preview of such files (.log and .py) in the preview pane using a registry edit.Read more