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Ubuntu Linux Hardware Requirements Explained
This post outlines the hardware requirements for running Ubuntu Linux optimally. Ubuntu can function on nearly any computer hardware and tends to perform better on newer, faster models. However, minimum requirements include a Core 2 Duo or 2 GHz dual-core, 1GB RAM, 8GB available hard disk space, and a 1024×768 resolution. Recommended specifications highlight a…
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Enable CTRL+ALT+DEL for Windows 11 Sign-in
This text outlines how to enable or disable the requirement for users to press CTRL+ALT+DEL on the sign-in screen for added security in Windows 11. It provides a step-by-step guide on how to alter this setting using Local Security Policy for Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, and the Windows Registry Editor for the…
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How to Customize the Power Button on Windows 11 Sign-In Screen
This post outlines the process of adding or removing the power button from the sign-in screen in Windows 11. This can be done by either adjusting the Local Security Policy or altering the Windows Registry settings, depending on your version of Windows. Changing these settings modifies the user’s ability to shutdown, restart, hibernate or sleep…
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Enable or Disable Camera in Windows 11: A Complete Guide
The content provides a guide on enabling or disabling the camera in Windows 11. This can be done by navigating through the system settings to the “manage cameras” section. Here, users with administrator access can disable or enable the camera for all users. The process might require a system reboot. The camera’s features like rotation,…
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How to Check Your Ubuntu Version: A Simple Guide
The article provides detailed steps on how to identify the version of Ubuntu Linux operating system running on a system. There are two main versions of Ubuntu: Standard and Long-Term Support (LTS). The version can be identified using command-line utilities (lsb_release, hostnamectl, or examining system files), or through the desktop system’s Settings app.
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How to Safely Eject External Drives in Ubuntu
The content provides steps on how to safely eject external storage devices from Ubuntu Linux. A person risks damaging or losing files when unplugging the device while an application is still using it. Using the Files system, one must locate the device in the sidebar and click the eject icon. However, if a file on…
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Enable SmartScreen Enhanced Phishing Protection on Windows 11
The post provides steps to enable or disable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Microsoft Defender SmartScreen on Windows 11. This feature warns users who store passwords in Notepad or Microsoft 365 Office apps and suggests password deletion from these files. The protection includes Controlled folder access, Real-time protection, Tamper protection, and Ransomware protection. Steps for turning…
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Enable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Windows 11
The post outlines how to enable or disable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Windows 11. This feature, built into Microsoft Defender SmartScreen, provides a range of security measures, including warnings against password reuse and alerts for potential malicious sites. A step-by-step guide is provided for enabling or disabling these alerts using Windows Security and Local Group…
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Disable Snap Layouts in Windows 11: A Simple Guide
The post outlines the process of enabling or disabling the new feature ‘Show snap layouts’ when dragging a window to the top of the screen in Windows 11. This feature, introduced in the latest version of Windows 11, allows users to reorient their windows on-screen. While helpful for some, it might not appeal to all.…
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Customize Ubuntu Desktop Themes Easily
This post outlines how to change desktop themes and style in Ubuntu Linux, as the current version does not come pre-packaged with desktop themes. A user can individually adjust settings in the System Settings panel, and apply changes using GNOME Tweaks. Alternatively, downloaded GTK3/4 Themes may be used to modify the desktop style.