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How to Fix Command Prompt Proxy Error

If you get a proxy error in Command Prompt—for example, when running curl, git...

Fix Windows Defender Update Error 0x80070490 on Windows 11
If you see error 0x80070490 when trying to update Windows Defender on Windows 11, it usually mean...

Fix Windows Security High Memory Usage
If you notice Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) using excessive memory—sometimes hundr...

Fix Windows Security Loading Issue with Built-In Repair Tools
If Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) won't open or gets stuck on a loading screen, the...

Fix Command Prompt 502 Bad Gateway Due to DNS Issues
If you're seeing a 502 Bad Gateway error while using Command Prompt to access a web service or AP...

Fix Microsoft Store Blank Screen When Opening an App
You launch an app from the Microsoft Store, and instead of the app window, you get a blank screen...


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