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How to fix Active X errors

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How to fix Active X errorsActiveX is a programming language created by Microsoft for Windows, helps software products such as Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office become more integrated and interactive. Basically, ActiveX allows software developers reuse “code”  so that a single program component can be used by multiple Windows applications (like Internet Explore, Outlook or Word) that support the ActiveX framework. ActiveX “controls” are often used to enable Microsoft’s Internet Explorer browser to view and use multimedia content embedded in web pages (for example, Flash applications). They are also used to add new functions to the browser (for example, toolbars).

While Microsoft’s Internet Explorer makes use of ActiveX, other browsers such as Mozilla Firefox and Chrome do not – they use a different software “engine” to connect to the internet, render pages, and interact with content.

What causes ActiveX errors?

There are two typical reasons why you encounter ActiveX errors. The first and more common reason is because your web browser and system settings were not configured to allow ActiveX controls to be executed. This triggers ActiveX errors.

The second type of ActiveX errors are caused by programming errors originated from faulty ActiveX controls. Occasionally, incompatibility between ActiveX add-ons and host applications can also lead to ActiveX errors. Severe ActiveX errors may cause application cashes or even system crashes. The Windows system error log keeps track of system or application related crashes.

Fix ActiveX errors

Cause 1: ActiveX controls are disabled.

Your browser and system settings were misconfigured or they were manually modified to prevent any ActiveX add-ons from running on your system.

How to fix: Re-enable ActiveX to run on your PC. You can adjust browser settings and reset a system file to enable your PC to run ActiveX controls. Click to view this resolution

Cause 2: A faulty ActiveX control that generates errors or crashes.

How to fix: Identify and fix the faulty ActiveX control. Isolate the source of the errors to the faulty ActiveX control that’s causing the problem. Then either uninstall or update the ActiveX control to fix the problem. Click to view this resolution

Our recommendation: download PCTuneUp Maestro

Like JavaScript errors, your PC may have other performance or stability issues that need to be identified and addressed. We recommend you download PC TuneUp Maestro and conduct a free PC scan to discover PC optimization opportunities. Registered users of PC TuneUp Maestro also receive Professional PC Support Service, through which our Technical Support Specialists will provide you direct help with fixing JavaScript errors.

How to fix Javascript errors

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How to fix javascript errorLast week we talked about how to fix Java errors. This week we’re going to be a little more technical and talk about Javascript.

How are Java and Javascript different?

First of all, do not confuse JavaScript with Java. They are totally different and are not related. Although Java works within all major web browsers, as does JavaScript, it is a much more advanced and sophisticated programming language than JavaScript. Java is also frequently updated, and requires the latest Java Runtime Environment, which needs a separate installation to run properly on your PC.

In contrast to Java, JavaScript is a common scripting language supported by all major web browsers, like Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome and Safari. JavaScript adds flexibility and interactivity to web sites because it provides enhanced features like dynamic web content, user interactions and data validation. JavaScript is usually embedded directly into web pages, therefore, you do not have to download or install JavaScript separately.

In short, Java is essentially a platform that works with your browser, while Javascript is a programming language that is read by your web browser.

What causes Javascript errors?

There are two common causes of JavaScript errors:

1) The most common cause is actual JavaScript programming errors.

A human being actualy had to write the Javascript code (as opposed to Java, which is updated and released centrally, so errors are usually well-known and documented). So if JavaScript wasn’t implemented correctly and it contains faulty programming code. Not all browsers provide the same level of JavaScript support . This means some browsers may generate JavaScript errors because of incompatibility. This type of errors are usually referred as server-side JavaScript errors and it doesn’t mean there is anything wrong with your PC or Windows.

How to fix: Turn off JavaScript debugging requests. The most convenient and immediate solution is to turn off the JavaScript error reporting and debugging feature. More here.

2) The second type of JavaScript errors are simply caused by JavaScript not being enabled.

If you happen to visit a web page that requires JavaScript, the web browser will generate errors when it realizes that JavaScript is currently turned off.

How to fix: Re-enable JavaScript in your default browser. You can manually enable JavaScirpt for most major web browsers.

Our recommendation: download PCTuneUp Maestro

Like JavaScript errors, your PC may have other performance or stability issues that need to be identified and addressed. We recommend you download PC TuneUp Maestro and conduct a free PC scan to discover PC optimization opportunities. Registered users of PC TuneUp Maestro also receive Professional PC Support Service, through which our Technical Support Specialists will provide you direct help with fixing JavaScript errors.

 

How to fix Java errors

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java runtime environment errorsYou’ll sometimes see things like “java error” when you try to run these applications. What causes Java errors?

Java is a programming language used by websites to help deliver online games, facilitate online chat and offer streaming audio and video. The Java Runtime Environment (JRE) makes this all happen, and has to be downloaded on your PC to run stand-alone Java applications or Java Plug-in software that runs inside your internet browsers.

Common causes of Java errors are usually related to certain aspects of the Java Runtime Environment, ranging from messed up or old Java installations to even Java being disabled. Let’s tale a look at the top 3 causes of Java errors and how to fix them.

Cause 1: Outdated or corrupt Java Runtime Environment.
You receive errors saying Java not found or not working. This indicates that your PC doesn’t have Java installed or the current installation is corrupt or outdated.

How to fix it:
Install or re-install Java Runtime Environment. Most Java applications require your PC have the latest Java version to function properly. More here
Cause 2: Older Java Versions were cached or not properly removed.
Even after you install the latest Java version, you can still encounter Java errors or requests for updating Java. This is because your PC and web browser are still using a previous version of Java instances. According to ORACLE – the company that develops the Java technology – keeping older versions of Java imposes serious security risks to your PC.

How to fix it:
Uninstall older Java versions and clear Java cache. All previous versions of Java installed on your PC need to be removed. To ensure a clean start, you should also clear the Java cache. More here

Cause 3: Java is not properly enabled.
Installing the latest Java doesn’t always guarantee that your Java environment is properly configured and thus enabled.

How to fix it:
Configure the Java and browser settings to ensure that Java is properly enabled. This includes two parts, involving both the browser and the Java Control Panel. How to fix it

In summary: Like Java errors, your PC may have other performance or stability issues that need to be identified and addressed. We recommend you download PC TuneUp Maestro and conduct a free PC scan to discover PC optimization opportunities. Registered users of PC TuneUp Maestro also receive Professional PC Support Service, through which our Technical Support Specialists will provide you direct help with fixing Java errors.

 

Improve computer performance by tweaking printer settings

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Sometimes it’s the little things that optimize your PC and improve Windows performance. Ideally, using the computer should be a painless, fluid experience, but even with all of the advances of Windows 7, it can still take time to get things just right.

Take printing, for example. Often the printer default is set to “color”. This can be kind of expensive (and ultimately annoying), especially if you’re printing out something for your records, or as a first draft that you intend to correct and then revise once again on the computer. When the default printer setting is color, every time you print a document from Windows, you need to manually set the printing preferences to black and white, to avoid wasting expensive color ink. Before you know it, your color ink cartridge is empty, which often means you won’t even be able to use your printer at all!

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A good way to solve this problem is to have your printer default to black-and-white. That way, everything will print black and white unless you manually set it to color, which is much more convenient than the other way around.

How to set the printer default to black-and-white on Windows 7:

1. Click the “Start” menu button and double-click Control Panel.
2. Look for the icon that says Devices and Printers and double-click it.
3. You should now see a list of printers. Find your default printer (the one your computer uses when printing), right-click it, and select on Printer Properties.
4. When the multi-tabbed properties dialog box appears, click the “General” tab, then click the “Preferences” button. Look for a color setting and set your printer to default to Greyscale (or black-and-white) printing. When you are done press “OK”.

Now your printer will default to black and white instead of color, and that should save you time, ink and money!

– Nevin Thompson frequently blogs about how to improve computer performance

CompuClever achieves Silver Independent Software Vendor Competency in the Microsoft Partner Network

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VICTORIA BC – September 6, 2011 – The Microsoft Independent Software Vendor (ISV)/Software competency gives CompuClever access the latest technology, tools, resources and training to help provide customers with superior support while building innovative solutions that provide customers with a superior experience.

CompuClever Systems Inc has achieved Silver Independent Software Vendor Competency in the Microsoft Partner Network by demonstrating completing a set of tests to proving a high level of technology expertise, as well as by submitting customer references, and by employing a benchmark number of Microsoft Certified Professionals who are skilled in relevant, current technology. The Microsoft Partner Network, of which CompuClever is a member, provides organizations that deliver products and services through the Microsoft platform with the training, resources and support they need to provide their customers superior experience and results.

“Achieving Silver Competency demonstrates our knowledge of Microsoft and their products, and is a testament to CompuClever‘s expertise in the most up-to-date technologies,” said Larry Yang, CompuClever Director of Product Development. “We provide excellent and effective customer and technical support, which, when combined with the CompuClever’s focus on using industry-leading best practices and the latest technology, really helps users of our products improve the performance and stability of their PCs.”

“By achieving a Silver Competency, partners have proven themselves as specialized technology experts with the skills needed to best serve customers,” said Jon Roskill, corporate vice president, Worldwide Partner Group at Microsoft Corp. “The Silver Competency in the Microsoft Partner Network is designed to help customers identify services and solution providers that have demonstrated proof of their capability to deliver quality outcomes and customer satisfaction.”

The Microsoft Independent Software Vendor (ISV)/Software competency gives CompuClever access the latest technology, tools, resources and training to help provide customers with superior support while building innovative solutions that provide customers with a superior experience. The Microsoft Silver Competency demonstrates CompuClever’s success as a technology market leader within a specific technology, and requirements for the Silver Competency are comparable to the formerly recognized Microsoft Certified Partner criteria. All 28 Microsoft technology competencies differentiate a partner’s specific technology capabilities, helping customers find qualified solution providers with expertise in discrete areas quickly and easily.

ABOUT COMPUCLEVER

CompuClever Systems Inc. is a software technology company specializing in PC optimization solutions and products such as PC TuneUp Maestro, a PC maintenance and software tool engineered to enhance computer system performance and stability, run applications and programs faster, and improve Windows startup speeds.

CompuClever’s mission is to provide computer users with a more enjoyable computing experience by offering products and services, powered by our knowledge, know-how and expertise, to improve computer performance and stability. Our products are designed from the ground up to provide powerful optimization and management tools that can be used quickly and effectively, even by novice computer users.

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