Fix Windows Security Service Not Starting - Chrome Connection Refused: Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Checklist-Resolve OneDrive Sync Error 0x8007016a

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Fix Windows Security Service Not Starting - Chrome Connection Refused: Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Checklist-Resolve OneDrive Sync Error 0x8007016a

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.