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Richard, a writer for Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast who loves breaking down complex IT topics into simple, easy-to-understand ideas. With years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, he’s developed a knack for offering practical tips and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He's deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions.

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Windows 3 min read
How to Enable or Disable Forced Shutdown in Windows 11

The article explains how to turn on or off forced button/lid shutdown in Windows 11. This setting determines what happens when the power or sleep button on the computer is pressed. The force shutdown feature can potentially result in unsaved documents and data loss. The guide provides step-by-step instructions for enabling or disabling this feature via the Control Panel.

December 27, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Enable Advanced Graphics in Defender Application Guard

The article provides instructions on enabling or disabling Advanced Graphics with Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Edge in Windows 11. The Application Guard isolates untrusted sites and files, limiting specific actions like file printing and camera use. However, enabling Advanced Graphics yields improved video and visual performance. The text, besides explaining the procedure via the Windows Security app, also offers guidance on using the Windows Registry Editor to achieve the same result.

Windows 2 min read
How to Customize Focus Alarm Sounds in Windows 11

The article provides a guide on changing the alarm sound following a Focus session or break in Windows 11. Focus, a feature in Windows 11, works with the Clock app to manage distractions. By default, an alarm and notification signal the end of Focus sessions or breaks. Users who dislike the default Tap sound have the option to change or deactivate these alarms using the Clock app settings.

December 26, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Disable Alarm Windows 11: Complete Guide

The article explains how to activate or deactivate the end-of-break alarm in the Focus feature of Windows 11. Focus helps to minimize distractions by incorporating a timer and music into the Clock app. Breaks can be set during long sessions, after which an alarm sounds. This can be toggled on and off within the Clock app settings for users who find it distracting.

Windows 3 min read
How to Install or Update Audio Drivers in Windows 11

This article guides on how to update or install your device's audio driver in Windows 11. Two methods are provided: using Windows Update's optional updates or via Device Manager. Updating drivers might resolve or improve sound quality issues. It's highlighted that after updating or installing an audio driver, a system restart might be necessary.

December 22, 2022 Read more →
Browsers 1 min read
How to Always Show the Forward Button in Microsoft Edge

This informative text describes how to control the forward button visibility on the Microsoft Edge browser toolbar. By default, this button appears automatically when possible to navigate forward. However, it can be set to be consistently visible by navigating through the browser's settings: Settings>Appearance>Customize toolbar>Select which buttons to show on the toolbar>Always show.

Windows 3 min read
How to Add or Remove Remote Desktop Users in Windows 11

The article outlines the process of adding or removing Remote Desktop users in Windows 11. Remote Desktop, included by default with Windows, allows remote access to a PC's apps, files, and network resources. To permit this, users must be added to the Remote Desktop Users group. The article provides steps to do this using the Windows Settings app, Control Panel, Local Users and Group applet, Command Prompt, and PowerShell.

December 18, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Disable ‘Let’s Finish Setting Up Your Device’ in Windows 11

The piece provides steps to control the visibility of the "Let's finish setting up your device" window in Windows 11, prompted after upgrades. Users can do this through the Settings app by adjusting Notification settings or by altering the Windows Registry. The window aims to connect your device to Microsoft services for improved work efficiency and security. It may appear more often for devices receiving pre-release versions of Windows.

December 16, 2022 Read more →
Browsers 2 min read
How to Open Favorites in New Tabs in Microsoft Edge

The article provides a guide for activating or deactivating the "Always open favorites in new tab" feature in Microsoft Edge, starting with version 110. The feature, however, is not universally accessible yet. The post explains how to access this setting through the 'Settings' and then 'Appearance' page and use a toggle button to enable or disable it.

Windows 3 min read
How to Move Your OneDrive Folder in Windows 11

This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to change or relocate the OneDrive folder to a different location in Windows 11. Featuring steps from opening the OneDrive app and unlinking the PC from your OneDrive account to cutting and pasting the OneDrive folder to a new location, and finally, relinking the OneDrive folder after setting up OneDrive again.

December 15, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Record Your Screen with Snipping Tool in Windows 11

The new Snipping Tool app in Windows 11 now includes a record feature for screen recording, replacing the classic Snip & Sketch app. Recordings can be previewed before saving and are stored in the Video folder. The latest version of the Snipping Tool (version 11.2211.35.0) is available to Windows 11 devices in the Windows Insiders Dev Channel.

Windows 3 min read
How to Manage OneDrive Upload and Download Rates in Windows 11

The article highlights how to control the upload and download rate of the OneDrive app in Windows 11. It outlines steps to setup OneDrive, manage large unimportant files, access help and settings, and configure advanced settings. The information enables users to limit their OneDrive network bandwidth usage, especially if their network is slow or mobile.

December 14, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Enable Efficiency Mode in Windows 11

This article provides steps to enable or disable the Efficiency Mode in Windows 11's redesigned Task Manager. This mode helps limit resource-hungry apps, improving system responsiveness and energy efficiency. Users can enable this feature through the Processes page or by right-clicking the process. If an option is greyed out, it's a core Windows process which throttling might affect system performance.

December 12, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Enable Hidden Education Themes in Windows 11

The article outlines the process to enable hidden education themes in Windows 11, which are typically available only on school computers. Using the Windows Registry, users can create a new subkey under the device parent key labeled 'Education' and make the necessary changes. After restarting the device, these themes will become viewable in the Personalization settings pane.

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