Category: Windows

Article based on Windows 10/11, including improving device performance, hardening device security, adding and managing accounts, and more.

  • Sync Your Windows 11 Clock: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Sync Your Windows 11 Clock: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The post provides a guide on synchronizing the Windows 11 system clock with internet servers for accurate timekeeping. This can be done automatically or manually depending on the need. Manual synchronization is achieved through the System Settings pane or by using the Windows Terminal command line with appropriate commands.

  • How to Schedule Night Light in Windows 11

    How to Schedule Night Light in Windows 11

    The post provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable or disable the Night Light schedule on Windows 11, which adjusts screen color to limit eye strain. Users can either follow sunset to sunrise timings or set custom times. To adjust these settings, users can navigate to System Settings, select Display, and toggle the Night…

  • Change File Sharing Encryption in Windows 11

    Change File Sharing Encryption in Windows 11

    The post provides detailed instructions on how to adjust the encryption level for file sharing on Windows 11. By default, Windows 11 uses 128-bit encryption for file sharing over a private network, which may not be supported by some devices. The guide walks through the steps to lower this encryption level within the system settings.…

  • Download Latest Windows 11 ISO with UUP Dump

    Download Latest Windows 11 ISO with UUP Dump

    This post provides a comprehensive guide on how to use the UUP Dump tool to download and create ISO files for the latest Windows 11 builds. The tool is useful as it fetches the most recent builds even when they are not available on Microsoft’s site. It includes a step-by-step procedure, from visiting the UUP…

  • Adjust Screen Brightness in Windows 11 Battery Saver

    Adjust Screen Brightness in Windows 11 Battery Saver

    This piece provides instructions on how to adjust the screen brightness feature when using battery saver mode in Windows 11. The default setting decreases screen brightness automatically, enhancing battery longevity. However, this can affect high-quality video viewing and users can manually switch off this feature for a better experience. The post details the customization process…

  • Disable Lock Screen Motion in Windows 11: Easy Steps

    Disable Lock Screen Motion in Windows 11: Easy Steps

    The post provides a guide on enabling or disabling lock screen background motion in Windows 11. This feature allows for a panning effect on the lock screen background image, that responds to physical movement of mobile devices with an accelerometer. This can be changed through the System > Personalization > Lock screen menu in settings,…

  • Enable or Disable Daylight Saving Time in Windows 11

    Enable or Disable Daylight Saving Time in Windows 11

    This article outlines how to enable or disable automatic daylight saving time (DST) adjustments in Windows 11. Users can alter DST settings in the ‘System Settings’ section accessed by the Windows key + I shortcut or the Settings icon. It’s important to remember that turning off automatic DST adjustments requires manual time zone selection and…

  • Complete Guide to Backup and Restore Microsoft Edge

    Complete Guide to Backup and Restore Microsoft Edge

    The post provides a guide on backing up and restoring everything in the Microsoft Edge browser on Windows systems. The backup includes all settings, favorites, profiles, and extensions but excludes passwords stored in Edge. These are encrypted and stored online. The guide offers detailed steps on how to locate the Edge folder, copy it to…

  • Enable or Disable Time Zone Automatic Setting in Windows 11

    Enable or Disable Time Zone Automatic Setting in Windows 11

    The post provides instructions on managing the “Set time zone automatically” feature in Windows 11. It highlights the importance of a correct time zone for schedules and alarms. Users can allow Windows to manage this or make manual adjustments. Steps to turn the feature on or off, as well as manual time zone setting, are…

  • How to Enable Set Time Automatically in Windows 11

    How to Enable Set Time Automatically in Windows 11

    The post discusses how to turn on or off the “Set time automatically” function in Windows 11. It involves navigating to System Settings, proceeding to the Time & Language section, and finally adjusting the switch under Date & Time. The post also provides guidance on setting the time manually if “Set time automatically” is disabled.