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This text guides students and new users in engaging with closed captions on Windows 11. The instructions demonstrate how to activate or deactivate the feature on videos and explain the different styles and colors of text and background. Closed captions are useful for users with hearing disabilities or in quiet environments, and they are supported by Windows 11 by default.

This article provides a step-by-step guide for pairing, unpairing, and disconnecting Bluetooth devices in Windows 11. It covers the basic knowledge about Bluetooth, how to enable it in Windows, and how to connect a Bluetooth device, using System Settings. It also details how to unpair a device, highlighting its path under Windows settings.

The post outlines steps for adding or removing network locations on Windows 11. A network location is a shortcut to network services such as websites or FTP sites, which can be conveniently accessed via File Explorer. Despite being introduced as early as Windows XP, it remains an integral feature of Windows 11, beneficial for users connecting to sFTP or FTP servers. Detailed steps are provided for setup, along with instructions as to what to do in case of a change of mind.

The post provides a guide on how to use and customize the slideshow wallpaper feature in Windows 11. It involves creating a folder of desired images, accessing the personalization settings, and selecting the folder for slideshow display. Steps are detailed for navigating to the requisite settings pane and selecting slideshow frequencies or screen fit options.

The content guides students and new users on resizing the Touch keyboard on Windows 11, beneficial for touchscreen-equipped devices and in tablet mode. The process involves navigating to Windows 11's centralized System Settings, accessing 'Personalization', and choosing the 'Touch Keyboard'. Users can then augment or reduce the keyboard size based on preference using the 'Keyboard size slider'.

The article instructs Windows 11 users on switching between multiple computer accounts without signing out or closing applications using Windows Fast User Switching. Various methods are presented such as on the login screen, Start menu, via shutdown dialog windows, and CTRL + ALT + DEL commands. Consequences of remote connections and shutdowns without saving are also noted.

The post explains how to download and use Microsoft Safety Scanner as a supplementary tool for malware detection in Windows 11. The scanner, which expires 10 days post-download to ensure users get the latest version, can be run manually from an external drive. The guide covers downloading, installation, and scanning process, emphasizing full system scan for comprehensive results. The scanner's purpose is to aid situations where standard antimalware software is unusable.

This article instructs students and new users on how to configure Windows 11 to automatically disable Wi-Fi when an Ethernet connection is enabled. This can be achieved through the "Disable Upon Wired Connect" feature, found in the System Settings. By enabling and configuring this feature, Wi-Fi will disable when Ethernet is connected, and automatically re-enable when Ethernet is disconnected.

This text guides students and new users on scheduling a task to automatically shut down Windows 11 computers at a specific time. Even though computers need to stay on to receive updates from Microsoft, they consume a lot of energy this way. Steps are provided to help users navigate the "Task Scheduler" app, create and configure a new task that enables daily automatic computer shutdown, preserving energy without compromising system updates.

This content guides users on how to forget or delete WiFi networks on Windows 11. The operating system automatically stores network information when you connect to a WiFi network, which can be removed if undesired. The steps include clicking on the WiFi icon on the Taskbar and selecting 'Forget' for the respective network, or using the System Settings pane to manage known networks and delete the unwanted ones.

The post provides instructions for backing up important files on Windows 11 to external drives. It emphasizes the importance of backing up files such as documents, emails, and photos. The post also describes the built-in backup tool in Windows 11 that users can utilize. The backup process includes enabling file history backup, selecting a backup drive, and setting backup preferences within the system settings.

The post elaborates on how to use the Nearby sharing feature on Windows 11 to share documents and photos with devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. The feature, which is switched off by default, requires both the sharing and receiving PCs to have Bluetooth enabled. The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to turn the feature on and off, as well as how to use it for sharing documents and photos.

The content instructs students and new users on creating a complete system image backup in Windows 11, which involves backing up the entire PC's hard drive. The data can be restored to the point when the backup was taken. However, it highlights that this backup strategy is not ideal for all situations, particularly when only important documents need to be secured. Ideal for PCs with crucial applications and complex setups, the backup can be saved on external devices and used in case of system failure.

The post instructs Windows 11 users on how to check their computer's specifications, revealing crucial data like system storage size, RAM, and CPU type. The guide suggests using the System Settings pane, easily accessed via a Windows key + I shortcut, or the search bar on the taskbar. In the System Settings, users can find details under the 'About' section or by running the 'msinfo32' command for additional hardware details.

The content instructs how to disable or enable the command prompt in Windows 11, using either the Local Group Policy Editor or the Registry Editor. It details the command prompt functions and explains its potential as a vector for computer viruses and malware. The post also outlines how to revert any changes made. Instructions are meant for students or new users.