Everything You Need to Know About Disk Partitioning
Disk partitioning is a concept that’s been around for so long, but is still only familiar to few. If done right, it can help get your computer in perfect order.
Today we bring you a simple definition of disk partitioning, its pros and cons, and a quick tip on how to do it properly to reap its full benefit!
Definition and purpose
The simplest way to define disk partitioning would be: it’s exactly what it sounds like. It means taking a hard disk drive and separating it into different segments. These segments are called partitions. You can visualize it as cutting a cake into smaller pieces - not necessarily of the same size, though.
So what is the purpose of these pieces?
Well, when you first get a hard drive, it’s basically just a bunch of unallocated storage space. Until there’s at least one partition, this space is unusable to your operating system. Once you create a partition, your OS will recognize it as usable storage space.
You can choose to create a single partition and use it for all your files, from program files to personal data. A lot of off-the-shelf computers come with one primary partition like this and a small secondary one reserved for recovery purposes.
Whether or not you want to split your disk into more than one segment is up to you. We would generally recommend it, though. The whole point of partitioning is for each segment to have its own purpose.
So treating all your storage space as a single unit containing different file types would be like constructing an office building with only one massive room for everything - day-to-day work, conferences, interviews, etc. And all of this for different departments of the company. You can see how this might get a little messy.
Creating multiple partitions eliminates the task of running several different types of files from the same place. This takes a heavy load off the entire process of accessing data.
Disk partitioning also brings a ton of other benefits to the table. An important disclaimer, though: there are disadvantages too. We will walk you through both sides to help you get an objective idea and make an informed decision.
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What are the benefits of disk partitioning?
1. Better file organization
This is the most obvious and perhaps the biggest advantage of partitioning your hard drive.
As we already mentioned, partitioning allows you to create separate segments for different file and data types. You wouldn’t want to use the same partition for your system files and for games, would you?
If organization and time management are important to you, then multiple partitions are the right solution. Searching for specific files will be much easier overall. Say you have one hard drive, but three partitions: C for the system files alone, D for multimedia files and documents, and E for games and apps. Your computer loads the system from C without interference from the other two, and you know exactly where to look when searching for a file.
2. Easy reinstallation
File management isn’t the only thing made faster and simpler thanks to partitioning. If you opt for creating multiple segments on your drive, reinstalling Windows will be easy peasy.
That’s because all you need to do is format the partition your system is on. Then you reinstall the OS on it, and there you go. Now you have a clean installation, with all your files saved on other partitions intact. You can even make a copy of your system partition, so you can revisit the exact same installation in the future if you want. And the whole time your pictures, music, documents stay exactly where you left them.
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3. Possibility of using multiple file systems
By now you’ve understood that partitions function completely separately. This means that, if for some reason you need multiple file system capabilities, partitioning will allow that.
One segment could be used for, say, an NTFS file system, while another could run ext or APFS.
4. Running different OSes
You’re an avid Windows user but need to use Linux on the side? No problem. You don’t need to buy a separate computer or anything. The possibility of running different file systems also means you can use partitioning to run multiple operating systems.
Doesn’t that sound enticing? One machine for multiple totally different uses!
5. Backup and recovery made simple
Data loss can happen on any disk, partitioned or not. However, it’s much easier to get it back on a partitioned one. You know where you stored what, and each partition can be backed up exactly as it is. It’s also a lot faster to back up single partitions than entire hard drives.
Ultimately this also means a faster path to recovery. If you lose or accidentally delete important files and data, you might want to use a recovery tool like Recuva to scan for them and get them back. Recuva is even powerful enough to recover data from damaged hard drives. But no matter how powerful, scanning a whole drive is strenuous for any recovery tool. Scanning independent partitions is a lot more convenient than that, and will get you to your goal more efficiently.
6. Optimized performance
Now, let’s keep in mind that computer performance is influenced by a number of factors. Partitioning alone isn’t what makes it better or worse. However, it can contribute to optimization. It’s easier for your computer to scan, say, a 40 GB partition to fetch the system file it needs than scanning the entire capacity of your drive.
7. Improved security (possibly*)
Separate partitions can help make your system more secure. Firstly, they minimize file corruption. If one partition gets corrupted, the others should remain unaffected. And keeping in mind the previous point about backup and recovery, ‘fixing’ the damaged partition would be much easier than fixing the entire hard drive.
Partitioning also improves security in terms of malware protection. A malicious attack on one partition is easier to deal with than malware on the whole drive. If your system partition gets infected, you can simply reinstall your OS and that should do the trick.
*Do keep in mind that partitioning can’t defend you against more advanced attacks. So make sure not to give in to a false sense of security.
What are the disadvantages of partitioning?
1. Data is still vulnerable
Yes, it’s easier to back up and recover data from independent partitions. And yes, partitioning may help protect separated files and data to a higher degree. But remember: everything is still on a single physical drive. So while digital errors and issues may be easier to deal with on partitioned drives, physical damage obviously won’t be.
If your hard drive is destroyed in some way, all data on it will be gone. That’s why, if you have crucial files on your PC, it’s important to give them the proper backup treatment before it’s too late.
2. Disbalance of space
Allocating storage space on separate partitions may be a little more tricky than you think. You may fill up one partition a lot faster than another. So on one side you’re struggling with space, and on another you have too much of it to spare. Imagine nearly filling up your system partition and then it turns out you need a lot more space for its updates than you thought.
That’s why you really have to be sure you actually have enough files of different types that you need help managing efficiently. Otherwise you’ll just create a struggle and disbalance in terms of storage.
3. Increased risk of error
If done incorrectly, partitioning can lead to more harm than good. Aside from space disbalance, there is an increased risk of incorrect partition sizes and formatting. Plus, human error is also a factor: in a moment of distraction, you may erase one partition when you meant another. Undoing such mistakes will definitely be tedious and time-consuming.
4. SSDs eliminate the need of partitioning
SSDs (solid-state drives) don’t function in the same way that HDDs do. They have faster read times and can organize files on their own. This quite literally eliminates the need for organization on your part.
Partitioning: yes or no?
The bottom line is that multiple partitions might not be necessary for the average user. But if you’re planning on storing many file types or different file and operating systems on the same PC, then you should give it a shot. It’s also an excellent solution for businesses, of course.
And if our pros and cons list isn’t enough to help you decide, you can always send us a message and we’ll help you make the right choice.
Decided to partition your hard drive?
If you’ve decided to give it a go, you definitely should make sure to do it right.
The two most effective and reliable ways to partition are using the built-in options on Windows or investing in a dedicated partitioning tool, like the EaseUS Partition Master. Which one you'll opt for depends on your specific needs.
Option 1 may be more suitable for users with at least some level of experience. In this case, you’d have to know exactly which steps to take without making errors. This is done in Disk Management on Windows 10/11. From there, you can select the partitions you’d like to split into different volumes of selected sizes.
If this is your first time partitioning, we highly suggest you either consult professionals for this or move on to option 2. The EaseUS partitioning software is specifically designed for beginners, with an intuitive interface helping you succeed in the process. All you need to do is pick the Partition Master package tailored to your needs and follow their guide.
Each package offers technical support as well, and even free upgrades (to varying degrees based on your subscription). Plus, all of this is valid for not one, but two PCs.
It’s the perfect solution for a smooth and error-free partitioning process. If you want to organize your hard drives efficiently and make the most of all your space without doing irreparable damage, it’s definitely worth the investment.
What is 0x3D55? As you know, Windows 10 is loaded with various Universal Windows Platform or UWP apps such as the Microsoft News, Weather, Calculator, Windows Mail, and many other applications that are based on the modern UWP platform of Microsoft that was introduced in Windows 10.
Each one of these apps has a shared piece of code in the kernel for them to be able to get executed across any device that runs the Windows 10 OS which includes laptops, PCs, 2-in-1 devices, mobile phones, mixed reality headsets, and many more. However, there are times when the runtime information for these apps ends up getting corrupted which causes them not to function as expected and throws errors like the error 0x3D55.
This kind of error can be pinned down when the UWP app malfunctions and you can also find an error message in the Event Log that reads, “0x3D55: Package family <App name with ID> runtime information is corrupted”. So if you encounter this error, read on for this post will walk you through fixing it. There are three suggestions you need to check out to fix this error – first, you can try to reset the Microsoft Store cache, second, you can try to re-register or reinstall the problematic app and lastly, run the Windows Store App troubleshooter.
Option 1 – Try to reset the Microsoft Store cache
Just like browsers, Microsoft Store also caches as you view apps and games so it is most likely that the cache is no longer valid and must be removed. To do so, follow the steps below.
Right-click on the start button and click on Command Prompt (administrator).
Next, type in the command, “wsreset.exe” and tap Enter. Once you do, the command will clear the cache for the Windows Store app.
Now restart your PC and afterward, try opening Microsoft Store again and then try to install your app or update your computer again.
Option 2 – Run the Microsoft Store Apps troubleshooter
The Microsoft Store Apps Troubleshooter will help you in fixing the error 0x3D55. This is a great built-in tool from Microsoft that helps users fix any app installation issues. So this is worth a try to solve the problem. This built-in tool also helps you fix the Windows 10 Store if it isn’t working.
To use the Windows Store Troubleshooter, follow the steps below.
Tap Win + I keys again to open the Windows Settings panel.
Go to Update & Security and then go to Troubleshoot.
On your right-hand side, scroll down to find the Windows Store Apps and then click on the Run the troubleshooter option and see if it fixes the problem.
Option 3 – Try to re-register the UWP app via PowerShell
First, type “command prompt” in the Start Search and right-click on Command Prompt and then select the “Run as administrator” option.
Next, navigate to this location in the command line utility: C:/Users/<Insert Username>/AppData/Local/Packages
After that, execute the “DIR” command to view the list of all the directories in the given location.
Once the list appears, look for the ID of the problematic app and take note of it.
Now tap the Win + X key combination or right-click on the Start button and click on the Windows PowerShell (Admin) option.
If a User Account Control or UAC prompt appears, just click on Yes to proceed and open the Windows PowerShell window.
Next, type in or copy-paste the following command to re-register the Microsoft Store app and tap Enter:
Error 1713 is essentially a programming error. It has specifically been designed in Microsoft applications. This is intended to allow customers to continue using the appropriate setup tool.
The error can be quite annoying and is used by manufacturers to determine what caused the error so that counteractive methods can be employed. The number 1713 is simply the hexadecimal code that informs where the instruction was loaded when the error occurred.
Solution
Error Causes
As far as the causes of Error 1713 are in question, the primary cause is damaged, misconfigured, or corrupt windows system files. There are several other factors that lead to the occurrence of Error 1713.
For instance, if the applications or hardware on your system has been improperly deleted, installed, or uninstalled, Error 1713 will occur.
Similarly, Error 1713 is triggered when the computer has recovered from an attack by some virus, spyware, malware, or adware only recently. This attack corrupts the file and so the error appears. Incorrect system shutdown can also be blamed for this error.
All the scenarios listed above actually damages the registry entries in Windows system files.
The corrupt or damaged files will then lead to improperly linked or missing information. It goes without saying that such problems will keep the applications from performing in the desired manner and this makes it even more crucial to fix this error as soon as it appears.
Further Information and Manual Repair
Two of the most useful workarounds for Error 1713 are listed below.
This solution is for advanced users. Restart your computer. Log on to it as the admin in the safe mode. Now go to the Start button and follow this path All Programs-> Accessories-> System Tools->System Restore. Now an option will appear asking you to ‘Restore your computer to an earlier time’. Select it. This option will actually appear in a new window. Click Next. A list of restore points will be displayed to you. Select the most recent restore point before the occurrence of the error and press Next. Now click on the Next button that appears in the confirmation window. Restart your computer as soon as the restoration is finished.
This solution is for novice users. Download a 1713 repair utility available online. Install this program and use it to scan your system. After the scan is complete, click on repair to fix the error.
A general rule of thumb, which is followed by most users, is to download the specific missing DLL file and place it within the software’s installation directory. However, this can be harmful to your system as hackers often upload popular malicious DLL files to target systems. Thus, you should avoid downloading DLLs from the internet. And follow these steps to fix the DLL error:
Restart your computer
System restore to an earlier state
Run a malware/virus scan
Update all the hardware drivers
Running SFC /scannow command in command prompt
Then do as the error suggests, reinstall the program if it’s feasible. Game files can take several hours to install and therefore, reinstallation can be a cumbersome job. Also, frustrating if the error appears after reinstallation.
Update device drivers manually, such as graphics drivers, DirectX software if you see DLL missing error while running game
Error Code 0x80060100 is an error that relates to the Windows Update process. It most commonly occurs when the Update process runs and cannot be completed, as the system appears to have necessary files corrupted or absent.
Common symptoms include:
Inability to begin the Windows Update process
Inability to complete the Windows Update process
While it can be frustrating when users are not able to complete their necessary updates for Windows 10, there are several solutions that are available to fix the problem at hand. Some of the methods that can be used are simple and accessible, even for beginners, while advanced methods of resolution are also available for users who are more confident in their abilities.
Error Code 0x80060100 appears on Windows 10 and earlier versions of the Windows operating systems. In most cases, the steps to resolve the problem remain the same, regardless of the system on which the error appears. This error code is also related to Error Code 0x800b0100, which appears in similar circumstances.
If the solutions below are not successful in resolving Error Code 0x80060100 on your machine, you may need to get in touch with a qualified repair technician who can assist you in the resolution of the issue at hand. Any repair technician used should be familiar with the needs of the Windows 10 update process.
Solution
Error Causes
The primary cause for the appearance of Error Code 0x80060100 on a Windows machine is that the Update files have had damage to them or are found to have elements missing that are necessary for the completion of the Update process.
Further Information and Manual Repair
If Error Code 0x80060100 has appeared on your Windows operating system as you are attempting to download, install, or run Windows Update, there are several steps that you can take to attempt to resolve the error. Some of these methods require advanced knowledge or skills, so if you are not confident in your ability to undertake the steps below, contact a qualified Windows repair technician to assist you in the process.
Here are the best ways to resolve Error Code 0x80060100:
Method One: Run the Troubleshooter for Windows Update
As you attempt to run the Windows Update process and experience difficulty, there is a tool that will usually appear on the screen called the Windows Update Troubleshooter. This process can scan the files being used for the update process and attempt to fix the errors on its own, retrieving or repairing any damaged files as it comes across them.
In most cases, this step on its own will resolve Error Code 0x80060100 on a computer. However, if you are still unable to run Windows Update after using the Troubleshooter, you may need to run a disk repair tool before proceeding.
Method Two: Restart Your Computer
In some cases, Error Code 0x80060100 can be resolved simply by restarting the computer that is affected by the error. Even if this step is not successful on its own, restarting after each of the other methods can allow necessary changes to take place and refresh the progress of the Windows Update process.
Method Three: Use the DISM Tool
This method requires some skill and knowledge of your operating system. To use this tool, follow the steps below:
Step One: From the right side of the screen, use your mouse to swipe inward and select the “Search” option.
Step Two: When the search box appears, enter in the words “command prompt".
Step Three: From the results that appear, right-click on the “Command Prompt” option, then choose the option to “Run as Administrator.” An administrator password may be required at this point.
Step Four: In the window that comes up, enter in the following words, hitting the “Enter” key after each:
Dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
Dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
Step Five: Type in “exit” to close the prompt window and hit the Enter key.
Step Six: Attempt to run the Windows 10 Update process again, restarting your computer as needed beforehand.
If the methods above are not successful in the resolution of Error Code 0x80060100, a qualified Windows repair technician may be able to assist you.
If you wish to always have at your disposal a utility tool to fix these Windows 10 and other related issues when they do arise, download and install a powerful automated tool.
This Unresponsive Script problem information is most frequent on Firefox, which is among the top browsers worldwide.
Firefox might show you these errors with the information, "Warning: Unresponsive Script". It is going to subsequently inform you that software to the web page you're trying to open is unresponsive, or has quit reacting.
This means that the script has ceased functioning and may freeze or hang Firefox if not immediately resolved. You can easily solve this problem.
Solution
Error Causes
Before you can fix this error, you need to understand its primary cause.
The biggest risk is that if left unchecked, Unresponsive Scripts will hang your browser and to an extension of your computer thus limiting your productivity. You may have to uninstall and re-install Firefox if the problem persists.
Listed here are several of the very most typical reasons for unresponsive script:
Programming Errors
Interference by other Softwares
Using an older outdated version of the program.
Further Information and Manual Repair
Most times, you have to do very little to fix this problem. Furthermore, a lot of the remedies supplied here do not require the assistance of a qualified professional technician. You can easily perform them and completely solve the error.
If you wish to stop the error, keep your browser and add-ons up to date.
It's easy to update your browser and any add-ons therein. In most cases it's free. By upgrading your browser and add-ons frequently, you are effectively eliminating the risk of Unresponsive Script occurring and interfering with your work.
Check for a poorly functioning background process
The sorts of background procedures that might result in the Unresponsive Software error include Javascript code, media plugin, and browser extension.
You can stop the script from running while using Firefox thus eliminating the Unresponsive script error.
Shutting the dialog box is just another easy way of eliminating the unresponsive script error information. Firefox offers you two choices in case of this malfunction. Either "Continue" or "Stop Script". Whatever alternative you pick, you can be certain the dialog box shuts, thus allowing you to continue browsing.
The final solution. Contact Firefox about these errors on your browser. Oftentimes, these errors occur when you attempt to visit particular websites. Mark the offending websites' URLs and include them in your communications with Firefox.
Sometimes you can also contact the website owner yourself and request them to check their website's code.
Following are additional measures you can take to resolve the Unresponsive Script error.
Waiting longer for the error to resolve itself automatically
Blocking the offending script
Yanking the guilty add-ons
Disabling the hardware acceleration tool.
With one of these few steps, you won't have to worry about the Unresponsive Script error, can continue enjoying your browsing activities on Firefox.
One of the most useful utilities on a Windows 10 computer is the Windows File Explorer. It is undeniably one of the File Managers out there full of features on all the platforms. However, it is not without its issues and one of the most common ones most users encounter is when you are trying to open a folder or a location on File Explorer and it displays a message saying, “Working on it…” as it tries to load the content of that location or folder. This kind of issue mainly occurs to computers that run on an HDD although that doesn’t mean that it can’t happen to other computers that run an SDD.
And so if the File Explorer on your Windows 10 computer keeps getting stuck on the “Working on it…” message along with a green animation bar moving very slowly while loading the contents of the folder, then it’s best if you follow the options given below to resolve this problem.
Option 1 – Try deleting the contents of the Automatic Destinations folder
Tap the Win + R keys on your keyboard to open the Run utility.
And then type “%AppData%MicrosoftWindowsRecentAutomaticDestinations” and hit Enter to open this location.
From there, select all the files and tap the Shift + Delete key combination.
After that, you will get a prompt that will ask you if you want to delete all the files permanently, just click on Yes. This will delete all the Quick Access cache.
Now check if you can now open a folder or a location without the “Working on it…” message.
Option 2 – Try to rebuild the Search Index
First, open the Indexing Options using the Search bar.
Next, click on the appropriate listing, e.g. Users folder.
After that, click on the Advanced button. This will open a mini-sized window and from there, go to the Index Settings tab.
Then click on the “Rebuild” option under the Troubleshooting section.
Now click on OK after the rebuilding is completed. This should rebuild the search index for all the files and thus, fix the File Explorer stuck on the “Working on it…” message.
Option 3 – Try to optimize the folder for General Items
You might also want to try optimizing the folder for General Items as it can help the File Explorer to load the contents faster.
Just right click on the folder that takes time to load the contents in it and is showing the “Working on it…” message.
After that, click on Properties to open the Properties mini window.
From there, go to the Customize tab and click on the drop-down menu to “Optimize this folder for” under the “What kind of folder do you want?” section and then select General Items.
Then check the checkbox with a label that says, “Also apply this template to all subfolders” and click on the OK button to save the changes.
Restart File Explorer and check if the problem is now fixed or not.
Option 4 – Try performing a System Restore
Running System Restore can also help you resolve whatever issue that’s causing the “Working on it…” message. You can do this option either by booting into Safe Mode or in System Restore. If you are already in the Advanced Startup Options, just directly select System Restore and proceed with the next steps. And if you have just booted your PC into Safe Mode, refer to the steps below.
Tap the Win + R keys to open the Run dialog box.
After that, type in “sysdm.cpl” in the field and tap Enter.
Next, go to the System Protection tab then click the System Restore button. This will open a new window where you have to select your preferred System Restore point.
After that, follow the on-screen instructions to finish the process and then restart your computer and check if the problem is fixed or not.
Error Code 1723 is a peculiar error type common in Windows PC. It is related to the Windows Installer package. This error is displayed in the following format:
"Error 1723- There is a problem with this Windows Installer package. A DLL required for this install could not be run. Contact your support personnel or package vendor...”
You are most likely to come across the error code 1723 if the Java installation is not completed successfully. In other words, the error indicates that the installation process has failed.
Solution
Error Causes
The 1723 error may occur due to several reasons, the most common being:
Corrupted installers
Files are not extracted successfully
Registry problems
Missing DLL files
Further Information and Manual Repair
To resolve this issue on your PC, you don’t always have to hire a professional technician and pay hundreds of dollars to get it fixed. The error code 1723 may not be a common Windows PC error but it is easy to fix.
Here we have listed some of the best and easiest DIY ways to resolve this error on your system. These solutions are so easy to perform that even if you are not a computer programmer or technically adept, you can work through them and resolve the error in just a few simple clicks.
So, let’s get started:
Solution 1: Install the latest Java Version
If the Java version previously installed on your system is not working properly and showing 1723 error messages then it is advisable to install the latest Java version.
However, to do this first you will have to uninstall the old version and then download the latest Java version on your PC from a trusted website to ensure it does not contain malicious viruses and malware.
Solution 2: Ensure the Required Files are extracted in the ‘Temp’ Folder for Installers
Another method to resolve the 1723 error code is to check whether the required files are extracted in the temp folder for installers or not.
The error may occur if the location is incorrect and the account is not permitted to extract files in the temp folder.
In this scenario, the best way to resolve the issue is to change the permissions of the temp folder. This can be done by logging in to your account and opening file explorer or ‘My Computer’. Now copy and paste this link address in the address bar: DL:UsersUSERNAMEAppDataLocal.
Please note, here DL is the drive letter of the Windows drive, and in the username insert the username of the account that you are using.
Now right-click the ‘temp’ folder. Select properties and click on the Security tab.
After that click edit below the list and press add. Again type the username here and click OK. The next step is to select the added account from the list and tick ‘FULL CONTROL’ box under ‘Permissions for Username’. Click OK and then close the properties. Once this process is complete, now try running the installer again. This will most likely resolve the issue.
Nonetheless, if the error still persists, then this means the underlying cause of the error is deeper than you think. The error may be related to registry issues. In such situations, try solution 3 to fix the error 1723 on your system.
Solution 3: Download Restoro.
When the error code 1723 is triggered due to registry issues, then it is advisable to scan your PC with Restoro. Registry issues should be resolved immediately because they pose serious threats to your system. It can lead to system failure, crash and valuable data loss.
Registry basically saves practically all the information and activities performed on your PC including the unnecessary and obsolete files like junk files, cookies, temporary files, and invalid entries.
If these files are not removed they can corrupt the registry, damage dll files and installers thereby generating error codes like 1723 on your system.
The easiest way to repair and clean the registry in seconds is to run Restoro on your PC.
It is a smart, intuitive, advanced, and multi-functional PC repair tool. It is embedded with multiple powerful utilities and is a one-stop solution for all PC related issues. This software is compatible with all Windows versions.
It is deployed with a highly functional registry cleaner that scans and detects all registry issues on your PC and removes them right away. It wipes out the unwanted files, repairs the damaged dll files and restores the registry.
Other powerful utilities that are embedded in this software include an antivirus, a system optimizer and Active X controls and class modules.
To resolve 1723 error code on your PC today, click here to download Restoro.
If you receive the error code 0xc000014C while you boot up your computer, then this post might be of help. This kind of error usually points to the Registry of your computer that might be corrupted. As a result, the operating system was not able to read the BCD file and throws the 0xc000014C error.
The error code 0xc000014C is triggered when your computer encounters an error in the first booting sector. You might receive any of these error messages:
“Info: An error occurred while attempting to read the boot configuration data.” with File: as “BootBCD”“File: Windowssystem32configsystemInfo: Windows failed to load because the system registry file is missing or is corrupt”“Info: The Boot Configuration Data for your PC is missing or contains errors.”
To fix the error code 0xc000014C when booting your computer, you can check out the suggestions provided below.
Option 1 – Try running System Restore in Advanced Startup Options
Since you probably can’t boot into your Windows 10 computer, you can try to run System Restore again in the Advanced Startup Options.
Boot your computer into the Advanced Startup Options screen.
From there, you will see some options to troubleshoot when you can’t log in to Windows in the usual way.
Now select Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Command Prompt.
After that, type “rstrui” and hit Enter to execute the command which will start the System Restore process.
Option 2 – Try to rebuild the BCD files
You can also try rebuilding the BCD files to resolve error 0xc000014C for corrupted Boot Configuration Data
You can start by booting into the installation environment for Windows 10 from an installation media.
After that, click on Repair your computer and on the blue screen, select Troubleshoot and then select the Advanced options menu.
From there, select Command Prompt and once you open it, enter each one of the commands given below by sequence.
bootrec /FixMbr
bootrec /FixBoot
bootrec /ScanOS
bootrec /RebuildBcd
Once you’re done executing the commands given above, type “exit” to close the Command Prompt window and then restart your computer and see if it fixed error code 0xc000014c.
Option 3 – Try restoring the default and uncorrupt Registry Values
This option is a bit tricky as you have to be sure about what you are doing here. However, if you are not sure, you might want to seek out a technician to fix the problem for you. But if you can handle it, then carefully follow the steps below.
You have to first physically remove the hard drive of the computer that’s not booting up. You can refer to it as Hard drive 1 and Computer 1, respectively.
After that, you need to have another computer which you can refer to as Computer 2, and refer to its hard drive as Hard drive 2. Make sure that this second computer is working properly.
Next, you have to attach Hard drive 1 to Computer 2 with the Hard drive 2 attached as well.
After that, boot Computer 2 from Hard drive 2 where Hard drive 1 will act as the second storage unit.
Then navigate to the following location in the System Partition of the Hard drive 2.
C:/Windows/System32/config/RegBack
From there, you have to replace all the files. Once you’re done, shut down your computer and then take out the Hard drive 1 from Computer 2 and put it back to Computer 1 as the only hard drive.
Now boot your computer normally and check if the problem is fixed.
In case you don’t know, Windows now comes with an all-new Light Mode theme which gives a light accent color to the Taskbar, Start, and Notification Area. Aside from that, it also brings new improvements and features. This new theme is somewhere between dark and completely white and in this post, you will be guided on how you can enable this new feature in your Windows 10 computer.
Although the Light Mode sure looks stunning and a lot of users love it, it actually switches all the apps plus the Taskbar and Start Menu to the light mode which was not the case before. In addition, the icons in the system tray area, as well as the notification center, are also inverted. To resolve that, there are several ways you can customize the light mode theme as well as activate it in the Windows 10 v1903. How? Refer to each one of the options given below.
Option 1 – Via Theme settings
Windows 10 brought a new theme called “Windows (Light)” which will enable the light mode automatically and will set the accent colors to automatic. This will also apply the new Windows 10 wallpaper on your desktop. To enable Windows (Light), all you have to do is right-click on the desktop and select Themes from the left menu. After that, select the Windows (Light) option under the Change Themes section. This will apply to the Windows (Light) mode.
Option 2 – Via Color settings
The second and more customizable way to activate the light mode is via Settings. Aside from the Light and Dark, Windows also introduced a Custom color option which allows you to decide the default Windows and App mode independently. To enable Light mode via Settings, refer to the steps below.
First, open Settings and go to Personalization.
After that, select “Colours” from the left menu.
Next, select Light under the “Choose your color” section to activate the light mode in Windows 10. This will activate light mode all over your computer.
Note: If after activating light mode, you find that you don’t like it and you want to keep things as they were before (Light App Mode and Dark Windows Mode), you can achieve that using the Custom option. All you have to do is select Custom from the drop-down menu to decide the default Windows and app mode independently. After that, select light under the default app mode and dark under the default Windows mode so that you can keep things as they were before the update. On the other hand, you can also try the opposite version of the light Windows mode and Dark app mode since Windows increased the level of customizability which allows users to use an option of a completely light mode.
Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications are the modern application in the windows store that can be used in all the Window devices like Xbox, Hololens, Tablet, PC or Phone. Basically, UWP provides a common platform for every device that runs Windows 10. When attempting to login into these applications and receive this error:
Can’t sign in with a Microsoft accountThis program is blocked by group policy. For more information, contact your system administrator.0x8000704ec
Then this post is for you. We will guide you on how to easily resolve issues, please follow the steps provided.
Local group policy editor solution
Press ⊞ WINDOWS + R to open the Run dialog.
In the Run dialog box type gpedit.msc and press ENTER to open Group Policy Editor.
Inside the Local Group Policy Editor, navigate to the path below:
Computer Configuration > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Local Polices > Security Options
On the right pane, double-click on Accounts: Block Microsoft accounts to edit its properties.
Under Local Security Setting tab, click on the drop-down and select This policy is disabled.
Click Apply > OK to save the changes.
Exit Group Policy Editor.
Registry editor solution
As always, it is highly recommended to make a backup of the registry editor just in case that something goes wrong.
Press ⊞ WINDOWS + R to open the Run dialog.
In the Run dialog box, type regedit and hit ENTER to open Registry Editor.
Check for a poorly functioning background process
The final solution. Contact Firefox about these errors on your browser. Oftentimes, these errors occur when you attempt to visit particular websites. Mark the offending websites' URLs and include them in your communications with Firefox.
Sometimes you can also contact the website owner yourself and request them to check their website's code.
Following are additional measures you can take to resolve the Unresponsive Script error.
