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How to Repair: The RPC Server is Unavailable in Windows PC

Those of you who have been using Windows for some time may have already seen the “RPC Server is not available” error. This is one of the most common errors that can occur when using a Windows operating system, and it often confuses inexperienced Windows users who don’t know why it appears in the first place.

However, you don’t have to worry because it’s not a serious or dangerous error, so all your programs and data are safe. RPC stands for “Remote Procedure Call,” a method that some applications use to communicate with other applications running on the same computer. read more

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Troubleshooting Windows Update Error Code 0x80070437 in Windows 10 PC

If you have encountered Windows Update error 0x80070437 when upgrading to Windows 11/10, this article may be useful for you to fix this error. If this error occurs on your computer, you will see the following message under Update Status:

There was a problem installing the updates, but we will try again later. If you keep seeing this message and want to look online or contact support, it might help: (0x80070437)

What causes the Windows Update error code 0x80070437?

  • Not enough disk space: The Windows drive (default C drive) may not have enough space to install Windows updates, eventually leading to this error.
  • Insufficient Internet connection: Obviously, without an active Internet connection (good bandwidth) you will not be able to download and install Windows updates. Limited Internet access, despite an existing connection, can also lead to this error.
  • Background programs: When you start your computer, various applications such as antivirus software, basic system processes, and other previously installed software automatically run in the background.
  • Accidental shutdown: Windows update errors can occur if you accidentally shut down or reboot your computer.
  • External hardware devices: Unused external hardware devices such as headphones, printers, scanners, USB drives, speakers, etc. may be causing the error.

How to resolve the Windows Update error code 0x80070437?

Launch the Windows Update troubleshooter

  1. Click on the Windows icon and select Settings.
  2. Select the Update and security category.
  3. Select the Troubleshooting submenu.
  4. On the right side, click the Advanced Troubleshooting link.
  5. Expand Windows Update and click Run Troubleshooter.
  6. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  7. If a fix is available, click Apply this fix.
  8. Restart your computer after performing these steps, and then check to see if you were able to update Windows.

Windows 10 has a built-in application called Windows Update Troubleshooter that helps you detect and fix update-related issues. If you are experiencing such a problem with your device, you should use this tool. read more

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How to Resolve: You need permission to perform this action

Windows requires permissions for actions you perform on your computer. But it’s your computer, isn’t it? So, why do you need permission to access certain files and folders? There are several related answers.

Windows want to protect you from accessing certain files because changing them can damage the operating system. Therefore, if your Windows user account does not have the right permissions, you will not be able to access certain files or folders.

In this case, you will get an error message “You must have permission to perform this action“. This is frustrating, of course. But here are some very effective solutions to fix this error. read more

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How to Resolve File System Error (-2018375670) in Windows 10 PC

File system errors are essentially disk-related errors that can be caused by corrupted files, bad sectors, disk integrity issues, file execution policies, etc. These errors can prevent you from accessing or opening files. These errors may prevent you from accessing or opening files. They can appear in files such as PDFs, images, documents, movies, etc. This can manifest as error messages such as C:\Test Program\Test.exe file system error (-2018375670).

In this article, we will look at some ways to fix this error. read more

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How to Resolve Windows 10 Update Keeps Failing (0x8007001f – 0x20006)

Microsoft’s Windows Media Builder is a useful tool for your computer to download and install the latest version of the Windows 10 operating system. However, you may get the following error message during the installation process:

0x8007001F-0x20006, Installation failed at SAFE_OS phase with an error during REPLICATE_OC operation.

Operating system security phase: this phase is started to install all necessary updates. Possible causes could be an interrupted download, internet connection, etc. read more

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How to Repair Error 0x803c0103 on Windows Update Troubleshooter

Windows updates, which are designed to provide users with new features, fix bugs, and provide brand new capabilities when using the operating system, can also sometimes have bugs. This is especially problematic with Windows 10 because these updates have been made mandatory by Microsoft and will be installed even if you object to them.

This has made it almost impossible to prevent these bugs by not updating. Moreover, if you are having problems with Windows updates, one of the first solutions offered in almost every guide is to use the Windows Update Troubleshooter. read more

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What is `winrmsrv.exe` and How to Eliminate It?

This application is originally needed for internal Windows purposes. Microsoft itself does not disclose all the information about this application and it is quite difficult to understand its purpose. However, it is easy to notice that the process is not used very often. It runs in the background when the operating system needs to perform certain internal actions, and then disappears again.

Many users complain that the process winrmsrv.exe requires firewall access for some reason. The original version of this process does not require firewall access to the network. It performs tasks using what is still on your system, so there is no need to connect to the network. A suspicious process called winrmsrv.exe that requires network access is definitely a virus. In most cases, this name is used by Trojans as a disguise. read more

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How to Troubleshoot “Virus Definitions Update Failed” problem in Avast Antivirus

Avast is popular antivirus software available for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. It is available in free and paid versions, both of which can effectively protect your data from unauthorized access. It can detect and remove all malware and other threats, making it one of the most recommended third-party antivirus solutions.

When using Avast to protect your computer from viruses, you should regularly check for new virus definitions. This is a database of virus types that antivirus software uses to detect threats to your system. Sometimes an error occurs when you try to download this database. read more

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How to Resolve error 0x8007003B “An unexpected network error occurred”

Error 0x8007003b is a network problem that some Windows 10 users encounter when trying to transfer large files from a network drive to a desktop or laptop computer.

The error message 0x8007003b reads: 0x8007003B: An unexpected network error has occurred. As a result, Windows 8 or 10 users cannot transfer all files via VPN.

What is the cause of error 0x8007003B: “Unexpected network error occurred”?

  • A common cause of this error is a virus or malware infection.
  • A conflicting antivirus program or a broken firewall.
  • Bad sectors on the disk you are trying to copy.
  • A recent software or hardware change may have affected the system.
  • The disk’s file system format may have been set to FAT32.
  • Incorrect network connection or server configuration.

How to solve the error 0x8007003B “An unexpected network error has occurred”?

Checking for malware and viruses

First of all, you should perform a full scan of your computer to make sure there are no viruses or malware on it. You can use your preferred third-party antivirus program. The built-in Windows Defender tool is also a good choice. read more

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How to Troubleshoot: Microsoft Setup Bootstrapper has Stopped Working

In Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, and 2019, BootStrapper is responsible for initializing an application created with the Composite Application Library. This relatively new technology was designed to simplify the dependencies required during the installation process.

Some users have seen the “Microsoft setup boots-trapper has stopped working” error when trying to run one, several, or all of the applications in the Microsoft Office suite. This problem has been reported on several versions of Windows (Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10) and confirmed in connection with several versions of Microsoft Office (2013, 2016, 2019). read more

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