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MSCOMCTL.OCX is a set of 32-bit controls that are provided with the Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 programming environment. To use these 32-bit controls, they have to be installed/registered with your operating system. Registering a file with the operating system means that the operating system stores the entry of the file in its database and knows it is present in that specific directory. So whenever another application requires it, it can effectively give access of that file....

As it turns out, there are several viable reasons that might trigger this error code on both consoles and PC configurations. Here’s a shortlist of potential culprits that might be responsible for the apparition of this error code when playing COD: Modern Warfare: Now that you know every potential fix that might be triggering this error code, here’s a list of potential fixes that at least one other affected user has successfully used to fix the issue and play the game normally:...

There can be multiple reasons behind this issue. It might simply be your antivirus blocking the connection or corrupt DNS cache entries causing the problem. The root of the problem can be your DNS server as well, in which case changing the DNS server manually solves the issue. It can also be an issue with your router especially if none of your devices on the same network are facing this issue....

What causes the Epic Games Launcher to stop working? There are quite a few things that can cause this problem. The list is given below Note Before performing the steps given in the methods listed below, try to open the launcher and wait for a while especially if there is a new update coming in. In a majority of the cases, the problem was with the servers and users were able to successfully launch the launcher after a few minutes....

Note: In some cases, the error message is followed by a BSOD error. While some users encounter the err_gfx_d3d_init error sometime after launching the game, others see the error as soon as they launch the game executable. Because of this, there isn’t a strong consensus about what exactly is causing the issue. Here’s a list of potential culprits that might trigger the err_gfx_d3d_init error: Manual GPU overclocking is causing problems with the game engine....

The most difficult regarding these problems is the fact that you have no idea how to even start solving the issue because the error message does not indicate what might be wrong or how to solve it but it usually displays various error codes which correspond to that error. Let’s find out just what to do when you encounter this error in particular. Error Code 0x80040304 in Various Situations This article introduces just why the error code happens and explains how to fix it step by step in different scenarios....

Some Windows users report that they regularly receive the 80240008 error code when they try either search or try to download a Microsoft Windows update. Most of the time, affected users report that the WU (Windows Update) installer returns this error message after 2-3 seconds after a search is triggered. If you’re currently struggling with this particular issue, this article will provide you with an efficient list of troubleshooting steps....

That is why it’s important to treat errors concerning Explorer.exe issues immediately. One of such issues is the “Error: System Call Failed” problem which strikes users from various versions of the Windows operating system. There are quite a few methods to get rid of this problem so make sure you follow the rest of the article in order to do so. Solution 1: Restart the Process Restarting the process can do wonders and solve the problem immediately if the original problem was caused by a small bug which can usually appear if your computer has been running for a long time now....

Unfortunately, a lot of users are experiencing issues with the installation of Gameroom on PC. A majority of the users have faced an error i.e. ‘We are unable to verify the validity of the downloaded file’ that represents expiry of the installer certificates. On the other hand, some users have also reported an error indicating missing libraries that are required to proceed for the installation of Gameroom. Why Won’t Facebook Gameroom Install in Windows?...

FAFSA website might show the error at hand due to the following main factors: 1. Disable the Adblocker Extension of Your Browser If the adblocking extension of your browser is hindering the communication between your device and FAFSA servers, then that may cause the FAFSA error under discussion as the essential website modules fail to execute on the target device. Here, disabling the adblocker extension of your browser may solve the problem....

The workarounds for this issue are quite simple and are listed below. However, if they do not work for you, consider performing a fresh install of the Windows operating system on your system or upgrade your system’s specifications. If you are using a virtual machine, make sure it is updated to the latest build available and your computer has enough capacity to handle it. What causes HAL_INITIALIZATION_FAILED in Windows 10?...

The case of the HDMI output failing after some period of use is somehow related to switching the monitor between two PCs. You might be using the monitor in your work PC, but change it over to the gaming PC. On getting it back to the work PC, nothing displays. There has been no official reason as to why this occurs, but it seems that the monitor gets stuck to some settings that are not compatible with the HDMI output of the PC....

The issues related to headphones giving out can be traced back to three main things: lint/dirt accumulation, software malfunction or hardware failure. If you use headphones regularly, it might make sense to try the fixes down below before taking a trip to the repairman. But before moving on with the solutions, restart your device and then check if you can use your device’s headphone jack without any issue. Another important point, many headphones come with volume control built-in to them....

The error is not specific to Windows 10 (also reported on Windows 8 and Windows 7) but it’s mostly reported to occur with Insider builds. What causes the Incoming Connections Depend on the Routing Remote Access error After investigating the issue and looking at various user reports, we created a list with common culprits that might lead to the apparition of this issue: Ongoing incoming connections bug – Microsoft is aware of this issue and has previously released a couple of hotfixes....

The error has a hex code 0x80004005 and it will prohibit the installation of the update KB3081555. The technical description provided by Microsoft for such an error includes the following possible causes: Windows explorer errors, Hardware malfunction and Javascript errors etc. The symptoms can include the blue screen of death or shutdown problems. If you are also seriously troubled by this issue, then there is no need to worry anymore as we have got the solution for you....

Samsung continues to support its popular smartphone with constant software updates aimed at optimizing the user experience. But despite this, Note 4 still has some underlying issue related to excessive battery draining. The odd thing is the device ships with a 3220mAh battery, which in theory should provide a satisfactory battery life. But that’s often not the case since a lot of Note 4 users have reported battery issues just weeks after they’ve purchased the device....

This issue mainly stems from a faulty driver, though this hasn’t been the case for some others. Other causes of the issue has been from incompatible configurations as well as hardware issues. We’ll first fix this issue by installing the latest (hotfix) NVIDIA drivers as a clean install, performing a registry fix, setting some configurations right in the NVIDIA control panel, and a possible hardware fix. Method 1: Reinstall NVIDIA Drivers A lot of users found out the issue came from the drivers and so updated to the latest one, which didn’t give any new problems....

There are three options for installation of operating system. You can install operating system using DVD, USB and installation over network. A lot of users know for installing operating system over DVD and USB, but small number of users know that they can install operating system over network. Your notebook needs to support all installation as we mentioned. If you decide to boot your operating system over network, your notebook needs to support PXE (Preboot Execution Environment)....

We had a look into the issue and discovered that it can be caused due to a corrupt Realtek driver, a generic glitch within the system, and in rare cases, a faulty Windows installation. In this guide, we have listed several effective troubleshooting methods that will help you fix the issue in no time. Let’s get right into it! Run the Audio Troubleshooter Unlike other generic responses users usually receive, this solution was suggested by a Microsoft professional....

Runtime error 91 is one of the notorious application errors in Windows. This error occurs when a link is lost between various procedures and files required to run an application. This might happen due to the malicious files and viruses causing a disruption in the flow. Sometimes, this error also appears when there is an incomplete installation of a Windows Operating System Software. People get obscured by these kinds of error messages which disturb their daily routines....