The article guides on how to list all installed Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) distributions on Windows 11. It can be done through the File Explorer by opening the Linux folder, or through the Terminal using specific commands. Knowing the installed distributions is effective for developers using WSL.
This article details how to enable or disable secure DNS in the Microsoft Edge browser, the default for Windows 11. Users can choose their preferred DNS provider, like NextDNS, OpenDNS, or Google Public DNS, among others. The guide also provides an alternative method via the Windows Registry to control secure DNS settings, and a mention of enabling DNS over HTTPS in Windows 11.
The article provides a detailed guide on how to activate or deactivate the "Ask me what to do with each download" feature in the Microsoft Edge browser. This function, when enabled, allows the user to choose whether to download and save a file or open it directly in the browser. The guide also includes a manual method to enable or disable this feature through the Windows Registry.
The article provides instructions on how to display seconds on the top menu bar clock in Ubuntu Linux, typically shown in military format. Users can accomplish this through the Terminal app or the Dconf Editor tool for low-level system configurations. The guide also explains how to reverse the changes.
The article provides a guide on how to display or hide the day of the week on the top menu bar of an Ubuntu Linux desktop. It explains how to use the Terminal app for this purpose, typing specific commands to enable or disable the feature. The article additionally suggests the use of Dconf Editor for altering system configurations and settings. This tool, similar to Windows Registry Editor, needs to be installed as it is not included in Ubuntu Linux by default.
The post details how to enable or disable the Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) in Windows 11, an option that allows VRR-capable monitors to adjust refresh rate based on image's frame rate. This feature, which reduces screen tearing in games and enables higher frame rates, can be toggled on or off via the Windows Settings app or the Windows Registry Editor, depending on system compatibility.
This article provides detailed steps to display weather information on Ubuntu Linux's top menu bar. Because Ubuntu's default top menu bar only shows time, additional packages, Gnome Weather and Weather O'Clock extension, need to be installed for this feature. The installation is performed via the Ubuntu Software Center or the Terminal app.
The article provides a detailed guide on how to change the system clock format either to 12-hour or 24-hour in Ubuntu Linux. Three routes are mentioned: through the System Settings panel, via command terminal console commands, or using the Dconf Editor. The time format change applies to the desktop and can be utilized in documents and applications.
The article details the steps to enable or disable the use of security questions for local accounts in Windows 11. It highlights the benefits of such security questions, like added account safety and easy password recovery. The methods involved using the 'Local Group Policy Editor' or the 'Windows Registry Editor.' Disabling security questions implies utilizing alternative methods for account recovery.
The article discusses how to enable or disable mounting external storage devices as read-only on Ubuntu Linux. This can be done using Terminal commands or the Dconf Editor tool. These steps ensure that any external storage connected to Ubuntu becomes non-writable, protecting personal and confidential data from being saved on these devices.
The article provides a guide on how to enable or disable the "Switch User" command on Ubuntu Linux, an option that allows switching between multiple user accounts without signing out. This option can be modified using the command terminal console or the Dconf Editor. Steps include using specific command lines in terminal or navigating particular paths in Dconf Editor to alter user-switching settings.
The article provides guidance on how to turn on or off visual alerts in Ubuntu Linux computers. These visual alerts can be helpful when a system does not have a sound card or when the user prefers not to disturb others with alert sounds. To enable or disable this feature, one needs to navigate to the System Settings, select Accessibility, then Visual Alerts, and finally choose whether they want to flash the entire window or screen when an alert occurs.
The article guides readers on how to enable or disable desktop animations on Ubuntu Linux, depending on their system's performance. Faster computers can use these features to enhance their experience, while slower systems may see improved performance by disabling these effects. Instructions are provided to navigate Ubuntu's System Settings and adjust the animations easily.
The article provides a guide on creating desktop shortcuts in Windows 11. The shortcuts can point to files, folders, apps, or websites. Different methods include using the "New Item Shortcut Wizard," the "Send to" command in the context menu, dragging items from the start menu, or dragging and dropping web addresses directly onto the desktop. Deleting a shortcut doesn't eliminate the original file or folder.
The article outlines steps for initializing new disks in Windows 11. If a new disk doesn't appear in File Explorer, it may need a drive letter or initialization. Initializing a disk erases all data, preparing it for use. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for performing this action via the Windows Settings app, and also through the Windows Disk Management tool.
