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Troubleshooting Common Server Errors
The blog of Windows Wally, a Windows Support Technician helping common people solve frustrating computer problems.



Download Problems

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Troubleshooting Common Server Errors

Published on December 1st, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, … whenever I load the website It says Page Not Found 404. What does that mean? … Is the error on my computer?” – Bradley J., USA Before addressing any computer issue, ... Read More


Computer Upgrades

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How to Install Windows 8 – Part 2

Published on November 24th, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I want to use Windows 8 on my computer but i’ve never installed Windows before. Is it safe to install it, I’m worried I might make some sort of mistake!“ – Kevin ... Read More


Computer Upgrades

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How to Install Windows 8 – Part 1

Published on November 22nd, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I want to use Windows 8 on my computer but i’ve never installed Windows before. Is it safe to install it, I’m worried I might make some sort of mistake!“ – Kevin ... Read More


Common Software

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Troubleshooting Blurry Text in Windows 8

Published on November 17th, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I recently installed Windows 8 on my computer and noticed that the screen was putting a lot of strain on my eyes. The image seems to be a bit blurry, its not crisp like it was ... Read More


Common Software

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Troubleshooting MIME Text and content

Published on November 15th, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I am using Lotus notes, I need some advice on dealing with the MIME format.” – Jared B., Canada Before addressing any computer issue, I always recommend scanning and repairing any underlying ... Read More


Computer Upgrades

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Installing Windows 7 Service Pack 1

Published on November 8th, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I have Windows 7 Home edition installed on my computer, how do I upgrade to Windows 7 Service Pack 1?” – Spencer R., USA Before addressing any computer issue, I always recommend ... Read More


Adobe Systems

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How to Fix Adobe Air Installation Issues

Published on November 3rd, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I cannot get Adobe Air installed on my computer.” - Erika L., Canada Before addressing any computer issue, I always recommend scanning and repairing any underlying problems affecting your PC health and performance: ... Read More


Common Software

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Troubleshooting Device Drivers

Published on November 1st, 2013 | by Wally Phillips

Reader Question: “Hi Wally, I might be experiencing driver issues with my computer, can you please give me some pointers. How can i make sure that it is a driver issue, and how can I fix ... Read More