MSN Messenger (now called Windows Live Messenger) is the Microsoft instant messaging program that is deployed with all versions of the Microsoft Windows Operating System (OS). The application is also installed on the Xbox 360, the Blackberry OS, the Zune HD, and the Symbian OS 9.x. The program connects the user to the Microsoft .NET messaging service and was first developed in the late 1990s. At the end of the 2000s, there were more than 300 million users of the service. Unfortunately, with the regular Windows OS updates that occur, Read More

As the number of home computer users creating local networks increases, so does the number of Operating Systems (OS’s) used in homes or small business. As long as the version of Windows OS running on the network is Windows XP SP2 or newer, all of the computers should be able to be linked and information shared among them on the network. Some Windows users will encounter error code 0x80070035 when attempting to access remote resources on their network. There are several ways to figure out the problem in order to Read More

A page fault is an error known as the “0x50 Stop Error,” which occurs when a computer’s RAM requests a page of memory from the page file and does not receive it. Because the RAM needs the page of memory to continue running its current tasks, the CPU is forced to dump all of its current processes and display a blue error screen known as the “Blue Screen of Death” or (BSOD).   Page File and Nonpaged Area Page faults arise from a miscommunication between two critical parts of the Read More

Even though the Microsoft Windows operating system (OS) is one of the most used in the world, computer users may encounter the Runtime Error R6025. The error results from a program or application becoming corrupted. After the error is thrown, the application causing the problem must be deleted and reinstalled in order to clear the error from the Windows OS. How to Fix Runtime Error R6025 Step 1 – Exit the program that triggered the R6205 runtime error by clicking the “X” in the upper right hand corner or clicking Read More

The “Data Error Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC)” is a problem with the mathematical process the computer does in order to ensure that data is properly transferred from a particular source to a specified destination. During the cyclic redundancy check, the computer determines if the data being transferred is not damaged. When users get a “Data Error Cyclic Redundancy Check” message, this could very well mean that the data they are transferring is corrupted. Often times, users encounter “Data Error Cyclic Redundancy Check” while attempting to read and/or copy data derived Read More

If you have been working on computers or are just starting to use them, one of the most disturbing events that can occur is the BSOD or Blue Screen of Death. The BSOD is actually an error screen that is displayed by specific operating systems informing the user that a critical system error has occurred. The Blue Screen of Death can be found on many different types of operating systems, but is most notably infamous for occurring on Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. Common Causes of the Blue Screen of Death Read More

Sony’s Playstation 3 (PS3) is one of the most popular gaming consoles on the market. The user can connect the PS3 to the Internet to play multi-player, networked games and download or view movies/television shows. Users often encounter DNS Error 80710102 while attempting to connect their PS3s to the Internet. Router configuration issues or minor PS3 problems can cause this error. How to Correct DNS Error 80710102 Step 1 – Open a browser window on the computer and enter the home router’s IP address into the browser address bar. For Read More

A common error that occurs with the Windows XP operating system (OS) that results in a system crash is the unmountable boot volume error message. When this error occurs, it is an indication that the OS is having difficulty starting or booting from the computer’s “C” drive. Due to the Windows XP OS’s maturity, the problem can be troubleshot and corrected without professional assistance in most cases. What are the Causes of the Unmountable Boot Volume Error? The unmountable boot volume error commonly occurs when a hard drive is connected Read More

When installing software that is packaged with the Windows Installer, users may get an error 1603. The actual error message that displays is “error 1603: A fatal error occurred during installation.” There are a few things that cause this to occur. Windows Installer and Encrypted Folders Users cannot install software packaged in the Windows Installer format into an encrypted folder. Install the software into a different folder that does not have encryption turned on. Remove the encryption and install the software again. Windows Installer and Substituted Drives Users cannot install Read More

Windows Installer is a very important component of all Windows operating systems. It installs, uninstalls, and supports applications and software. If the Windows Installer is corrupted or the service stops for an unknown reason, an error message comes up. The error message typically appears as: “The Windows Installer Service could not be accessed. This can occur if Windows is running in safe mode or if the Windows Installer is not correctly installed. Contact your support personnel for assistance.” The error message may happen when Windows XP is in Normal mode Read More