Fix Windows Activation Service High CPU Usage on Windows 10 - Resolve Windows Activation Firewall Blocking Port 1688-Troubleshooting OneDrive SSL Expired Certificate

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Fix Windows Activation Service High CPU Usage on Windows 10 - Resolve Windows Activation Firewall Blocking Port 1688-Troubleshooting OneDrive SSL Expired Certificate
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.