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Enable or Disable Microsoft Defender Cloud Protection
The post provides guidance for students and users on managing Microsoft Defender Antivirus Cloud-delivered Protections in Windows 11. It emphasizes that disabling the cloud protection can significantly decrease your device’s security. It details how to toggle the function using Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Group Policy, PowerShell cmdlets, or Windows Security app. Turning on the protection triggers…
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How to Enable or Disable Microsoft Defender Real-time Protection
The article provides guidance to students and new users on how to activate or deactivate Microsoft Defender Antivirus Real-time Protection in Windows 11. While Microsoft Defender’s always-on protection is default enabled to monitor suspicious and known malicious activity, turning it off can compromise device security. The writer provides step-by-step instructions to change these settings through…
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How to Enable Tamper Protection in Windows 11
The post explains how to use tamper protection in Windows 11 to prevent changes to Microsoft Defender antivirus settings. Tamper protection stops malicious apps from changing settings via several routes such as the Registry Editor and PowerShell; it does not impact third-party apps. The post also provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable or…
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Block Pop-Ups in Microsoft Edge: A Complete Guide
The post provides a guide on blocking pop-ups in Microsoft Edge. It suggests that persistent pop-ups may indicate a computer virus or malware. To counter this, the user should ensure Edge is up-to-date, scan for viruses using Windows Security, turn off potential malicious extensions in Edge, and clear browser data. If pop-ups persist, further measures…
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Disable Bing Search Suggestions in Windows 11
The article instructs students and new users on disabling Bing web search suggestions in Windows 11. Bing’s suggestions appear if a local search doesn’t match any content on the PC, which some users find distracting. The process requires using either the group policy editor or Windows registry, as there’s no straightforward switch-off option. After modifying…
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Disable Fingerprint Sign-In on Windows 11
The post guides users through the process of disabling the fingerprint recognition sign-in option in Windows 11 and using the Windows Hello feature instead for a more secure and personal method of authentication. This could involve using a PIN, face or fingerprint to sign into devices, all of which require specific hardware.
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Windows 11 Fingerprint Setup: Add More Fingers
The content provides a step-by-step guide for adding more fingers to the fingerprint recognition sign-in feature in Windows 11. It emphasizes the convenience and security offered by Windows Hello Fingerprint feature, which allows users to use multiple fingerprints, a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint for authentication. The process involves accessing system settings, selecting the sign-in…
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Enable Password Generator in Microsoft Edge
This content provides steps to enable or disable the password generator feature in the Microsoft Edge browser, highlighting its benefits like producing robust and unique passwords and automatic saving across devices. It suggests that using unique passwords for different online accounts and self-management using this feature can improve browsing safety.
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Top 5 Steps to Protect Your Windows 11 PC from Viruses
The article details the steps to protect Windows 11 computers from viruses and malware. These include installing antivirus software like Microsoft Defender, enabling SmartScreen in Microsoft Edge for phishing protection, ensuring regular Windows updates, activating User Account Control (UAC) for administrative approval of changes, and turning on the browser’s pop-up blocker. These steps are not…
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Tips to Improve Windows Hello Facial Recognition
The post guides students and new users on improving Windows 11’s Hello facial recognition for a more secure sign-in process. The process involves rerunning the facial recognition with varying conditions like light, angles, and accessories for better accuracy. The improvement process can be accessed under Settings > Account > Sign-in options > Facial Recognition.