“Slow Computer Performance”:

1. Check for Malware and Viruses:
   • Run a full system scan using your installed antivirus software.
   • Consider using Windows Defender (built-in antivirus) or a reputable third-party antivirus program.
   • Ensure your antivirus definitions are up to date.
2. Manage Startup Programs:
   • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager.
   • Go to the “Startup” tab to see a list of programs that start with Windows.
   • Disable unnecessary startup programs to improve boot time.
3. Disk Cleanup:
   • Press Windows + S, type “Disk Cleanup,” and select the tool.
   • Choose the drive you want to clean and follow the on-screen instructions.
   • Select the types of files to delete, like temporary files and system cache.
4. Update Drivers:
   • Outdated or incompatible drivers can affect performance.
   • Go to “Device Manager” (Windows + X and select it) and update drivers, especially for graphics and network adapters.
5. Check for Windows Updates:
   • Ensure your operating system is up to date with the latest updates.
   • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and check for updates.

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1. Check Physical Connections:

• Ensure that the printer is powered on and connected to your computer.
• Verify USB or network cable connections for wired printers.
• For wireless printers, check the Wi-Fi connection.

2. Verify Printer Power and Paper:

• Ensure the printer has enough paper and that it is powered on.
• Check for any error lights or messages on the printer.

3. Restart Your Printer:

• Turn off the printer, wait for 10-15 seconds, and then turn it back on.
• Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve connectivity issues.

4. Check Printer Connection in Windows:

• Press Win + I to open Settings.
• Go to “Devices” -> “Printers & scanners.”
• Select your printer and click “Manage.”
• Ensure that the printer status is “Ready.”

5. Run Windows Printer Troubleshooter:

• Press Win + I to open Settings.
• Go to “Update & Security” -> “Troubleshoot.”
• Run the “Printer” troubleshooter and follow the on-screen instructions.

6. Update Printer Drivers:

• Press Win + X and select “Device Manager.”
• Locate “Print queues,” right-click on your printer, and select “Update driver.”
• Choose to search for updated driver software automatically.

7. Remove and Reinstall the Printer:

• Go to “Settings” -> “Devices” -> “Printers & scanners.”
• Select your printer and click “Remove device.”
• Reinstall the printer by clicking “Add a printer or scanner” and following the prompts.

8. Check Print Spooler Service:

• Open the Run dialog (Win + R), type services.msc, and press Enter.
• Locate “Print Spooler” in the list, ensure it is running, and set to start automatically.

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1. Run Disk Cleanup:

• Press Win + S, type “Disk Cleanup,” and select the utility.
• Choose the drive you want to clean and click “OK.”
• Check the boxes for the file types you want to delete and click “OK.”

2. Use Command Prompt for Disk Cleanup:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator (Win + X -> “Command Prompt (Admin)” or “PowerShell (Admin)”).
• Type cleanmgr /d C: (replace C: with the appropriate drive letter) and press Enter.
• Follow the prompts to select the types of files to clean up.

3. Check Disk Utility:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type chkdsk /f and press Enter.
• If prompted to schedule a disk check on the next restart, type ‘Y’ and press Enter.
• Restart your computer, and let the disk check process complete.

4. Run System File Checker (SFC):

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
• Wait for the scan to complete, and follow any on-screen instructions to fix corrupted system files.

5. Check for Windows Updates:

• Ensure your Windows operating system is up-to-date.
• Go to “Settings” -> “Update & Security” -> “Windows Update” and click “Check for updates.”

6. Free Up Disk Space:

• Uninstall unnecessary programs and delete large files.
• Use the “Programs and Features” in Control Panel to uninstall programs.

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1. Check Physical Connections:

• Ensure all cables (Ethernet or Wi-Fi) are securely connected.
• Restart your modem and router.

2. Verify Network Adapter:

• Press Win + X and select “Device Manager.”
• Locate “Network adapters” and check for any warning symbols.
• If an issue is found, right-click on the adapter and select “Update driver.”

3. Restart Your Computer:

• Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary network issues.
• Save your work and restart your computer.

4. Check Wi-Fi/Network Settings:

• For Wi-Fi issues, click on the Wi-Fi icon in the taskbar and troubleshoot problems.
• For wired connections, go to “Network and Sharing Center” and click on “Change adapter settings” to check the Ethernet connection.

5. Run Network Troubleshooter:

• Press Win + I to open Settings, go to “Update & Security,” and select “Troubleshoot.”
• Run the “Internet Connections” troubleshooter.

6. Check IP Configuration:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator (Win + X -> “Command Prompt (Admin)” or “PowerShell (Admin)”).
• Type ipconfig /all and check if the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS servers are correctly configured.

7. Flush DNS Cache:

• Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
• Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.

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Step 1: Check Printer Connection

1. Ensure that your printer is properly connected to your computer and turned on.
2. Check the USB or network cable connections.

Step 2: Restart Printer and Computer

1. Turn off the printer
2. Shut down your computer
3. Turn on the printer and restart your computer
4. Attempt to print again

Step 3: Set Default Printer

1. Open “Settings” and go to “Devices”
2. Under “Printers & scanners,” select your printer and click “Manage”
3. Make sure the option “Let Windows manage my default printer” is turned on.

Step 4: Check Printer Status

1. Open “Settings” and go to “Devices”
2. Under “Printers & scanners,” select your printer
3. Check if there are any print jobs in the queue. Cancel or restart them.

Step 5: Update or Reinstall Printer Drivers

1. Open “Device Manager” (right-click on the Start button)
2. Expand “Print queues” or “Printers”
3. Right-click on your printer and select “Update driver” or “Uninstall device” followed by reinstalling the drivers.

Step 6: Clear Print Spooler

1. Open the Run dialog (Win + R) and type services.msc
2. Locate “Print Spooler” in the list
3. Right-click on it and select “Stop”
4. Navigate to C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS and delete all files
5. Restart the Print Spooler service.

Step 7: Check Printer Compatibility

1. Ensure your printer is compatible with your version of Windows
2. Visit the printer manufacturer’s website for updated drivers if needed

Step 8: Run Windows Troubleshooter

1. Open “Settings” and go to “Update & Security”
2. Select “Troubleshoot” and run the “Printer” troubleshooter.

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Problem: Unable to Connect to Wi-Fi on Windows

Step 1: Check Wi-Fi Hardware

1. Ensure that your Wi-Fi adapter is enabled. You can do this by right-clicking on the network icon in the taskbar and selecting “Open Network & Internet settings”
2. Under “Change adapter options,” right-click on your Wi-Fi connection and make sure it’s enabled.

Step 2: Restart Your Router and Computer

1. Unplug the power from your router.
2. Wait for 10-15 seconds, then plug it back in.
3. Restart your computer.
4. Try connecting to Wi-Fi again.

Step 3: Forget and Reconnect to Wi-Fi Network

1. Open “Settings” and go to “Network & Internet”
2. Under “Wi-Fi,” select your network and click “Forget”
3. Reconnect to the Wi-Fi network by entering the password.

Step 4: Check for Airplane Mode

1. Ensure that Airplane Mode is turned off. You can find this in the Action Center or under “Network & Internet” settings.

Step 5: Run Network Troubleshooter

1. Open “Settings” and go to “Update & Security.”
2. Select “Troubleshoot” and run the “Internet Connections” troubleshooter.

Step 6: Update Wi-Fi Drivers

1. Right-click on the Start button and select “Device Manager”
2. Expand “Network adapters” and right-click on your Wi-Fi adapter.
3. Choose “Update driver” and select “Search automatically for updated driver software”

Step 7: Disable and Enable Wi-Fi Adapter

1. In Device Manager, right-click on your Wi-Fi adapter and choose “Disable”
2. Wait a few seconds, then right-click again and choose “Enable”.

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Step 1: Check Disk Space

1. Open File Explorer and check the available disk space on your system drive (usually C:).
2. If low on space, delete unnecessary files or move them to an external drive.

Step 2: Disable Startup Programs

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Go to the “Startup” tab.
3. Disable unnecessary startup programs to improve boot time.

Step 3: Run Disk Cleanup

1. In File Explorer, right-click on the system drive (C:) and select “Properties.”
2. Click on the “Disk Cleanup” button.
3. Select file types to clean up and click “OK.”

Step 4: Update Windows and Drivers

1. Open Settings (Windows key + I) and go to “Update & Security.”
2. Check for Windows updates and install them.
3. Update graphics and other drivers using Device Manager.

Step 5: Check for Malware

1. Run a full system scan using Windows Defender or install a reputable antivirus program.
2. Remove any detected malware or viruses.

Step 6: Adjust Visual Effects for Performance

1. Right-click on “This PC” and select “Properties.”
2. Click on “Advanced system settings.”
3. Under the “Advanced” tab, click on “Settings” under the Performance section.
4. Choose “Adjust for best performance” or customize visual effects.

Step 7: Uninstall Unnecessary Programs

1. Open Control Panel and go to “Programs” > “Programs and Features.”
2. Uninstall unused or unnecessary programs.

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Fix 1 – Automate the Printer Spooler service

You have to automate the Printer Spooler service from the Services utility.

1. At first, press the Windows key+R keys together to access the Run terminal.

2. Then, type “services.msc” and click on “OK“.

This will open up the Services screen.

3. When the Services opens up, scroll down all the way to the “Printer Spooler” service.

4. Just, double-click on the service to access it.

5. In the Printer Spooler Properties window, click on the ‘Startup type:’ drop-down and select the “Automatic” settings.

6. Then, click on “Apply” and click on “OK“.

This will set the Printer Spooler service to run automatically whenever the computer starts up.

Then, restart your computer. When your computer starts up, the Printer Spooler service will also start. Try to print anything.

Fix 2 – Uninstall the printer drivers and printer app

You have to uninstall the printer device from your computer along with all printer-related applications.

Step 1 

You have to uninstall the printer-related softwares, first.

1. At first, right-click on the Windows icon and click on the “Run“.

2. After that, write “appwiz.cpl” and then, click on “OK“.

3. You will see the list of installed apps on the Programs and Features window.

4. Now, right-click on the printer-related software you see in the list, and then click on “Uninstall“.

5. Uninstall all the printer-related software.

Step 2

1. Press the Windows key+X keys together.

2. Then, click on the “Device Manager” to access the Device Manager on your computer.

3. In the Device Manager window, expand the “Print queues” section.

4. Then, right-click on the printer and click on “Uninstall device“. 

5. Finally, click on “Uninstall” to confirm the action.

Then, close the Device Manager window.

After doing all these, restart your computer. Now, Windows will install the default printer driver for your system.

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Steps to Check Your Laptop Battery Cycle Count

Step 1: Launch the Command Prompt.

Press Windows Logo key + R together to open Run Dialog box.

Then, type cmd and Hit Enter key on your keyboard.

Step 2: In the Command Prompt window, Copy and Paste the following code :

powercfg /batteryreport

Hit Enter key.

Step 3: The Battery life report will now be saved to the following path.

C:\Users\%username%\battery-report.html

To access this report:

• Open File Explorer by pressing Win Key + E together.
• Go to address bar and Copy & paste the above path.
• Then, Press the Enter Key.

Step 4: This will open the battery report in the default browser (eg:- Google Chrome) on your system .

You can scroll down to read the rest of the battery report which contains battery capacity and history.

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Method 1: Through System Information

Step 1: Press the Win + R keys together on your keyboard to open the Run command window.

Step 2: In the Run command window, type msinfo32 in the search bar and press OK to open the System Information window.

Step 3: In the System Information window, go to the right side and check for the BIOS Version/Date.

Now that you know the current BIOS version, make note of it to proceed with the troubleshooting process. You can also export the details by clicking on the File tab and then click on Export.

Method 2: Through Command Prompt

Command Prompt is another great way to find out the current BIOS version of your system, instantly and conveniently. For this, you would need to run the Command Prompt in the elevated mode.

Step 1: Right-click on the Start menu and select Run.

Step 2: In the search field, type cmd and press the Ctrl + Shift + Enter keys together to open Command Prompt with admin rights.

Step 3: In the elevated Command Prompt window, run the below command and hit Enter:

systeminfo | findstr /I /c:bios

Wait till it pulls up the BIOS information, that is, the current BIOS version your system is running.

Method 3: Using the DirectX Diagnostic Tool

Step 1: Go to Start and type dxdiag in the Windows search bar.

Step 2: In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool window, under the System tab go to the System Information section and check for BIOS.

Here you will find the current BIOS version running on your system.

Once done, click on Exit to close the tool and proceed with the troubleshooting process with the information. Now that you have the BIOS version information, you can proceed to fix any issues with your Windows 11 PC.

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