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Fix Chrome Profile File Locked Without Deleting Profile

You try to launch Chrome and get a message that your profile is locked. This usually happens afte...

Windows Security for Ubuntu Installation Checklist

Before You Install Ubuntu

If you're dual-booting Windows and Ubuntu, or replacing Windows...

Bypass Network Proxy Blocking Windows Update: Step-by-Step

When a network proxy blocks Windows Update, you may see error 0x8024402c or updates that never fi...

Clear Windows Activation Cache Without Admin Rights

If you're stuck with a Windows activation error but can't get admin rights, you still have some o...

Fix 'Port Already Allocated' Error on Windows 10 for Chrome

When launching Chrome or a web app that uses Chrome, you might see an error like "Port alread...