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How to Repair Windows Search Using the Built-in Troubleshooter

Windows Search not returning results or indexing slowly? The built-in Search and Indexing trouble...

Fix Windows Search High CPU Usage (SearchIndexer.exe)

If you notice your PC slowing down and Task Manager shows SearchIndexer.exe using 50% or more CPU...

Troubleshoot 504 Gateway Timeout in Windows Security App

When you open Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender Security Center) and see a 504 ...

Fix Windows Search "Access Denied" via Group Policy
When you search for files or settings in Windows and get an "Access Denied" message, it's often d...

Fix Microsoft Store DNS Error After Windows Update
After a Windows update, you might see a DNS error when opening Microsoft Store. The app may fail ...

Fix Windows Defender Token Expired Error After Reinstall
After reinstalling Windows or your security software, you might see a “token expired” error in Wi...

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