Category: Windows

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

  • How to Burn a CD or DVD in Windows 11

    How to Burn a CD or DVD in Windows 11

    The post provides a guide on how to burn a CD or DVD on Windows 11. Although less popular due to cheaper, larger capacity thumb drives, burning a CD/DVD remains an option for content backup or transfer. The process involves inserting a blank disc into an optical drive and following the provided instructions to burn…

  • Remove Microsoft Store Icon from Windows 11 Taskbar

    Remove Microsoft Store Icon from Windows 11 Taskbar

    The content guides students and new users on removing the Microsoft Store icon from the Taskbar in Windows 11. This can be done by right-clicking the icon and selecting “Unpin from the taskbar”. The same process also allows the icon to be unpinned from the Start menu.

  • Set Default Location in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Set Default Location in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The post provides a detailed guide for students and new users on how to change the default location for location services in Windows 11. Information in the post includes ways to toggle the location services, the benefits of having it enabled, and a step-by-step tutorial on setting the default location. The utility of the service…

  • Managing Windows 11 Services: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Managing Windows 11 Services: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The post guides users on managing services in Windows 11. It discusses the different startup types, like automatic, automatic (delayed start), manual, and disabled. It further instructs on how to enable or disable services through the Services app and Command Prompt. The control of services helps optimize system performance and cater to individual usage needs.

  • Easy Steps to Print to PDF on Windows 11

    Easy Steps to Print to PDF on Windows 11

    This post guides students and new users on how to convert any document into a PDF file using Windows’ in-built Microsoft Print to PDF feature. Previously, Windows used Microsoft XPS printer, but has since adopted PDF. The process involves opening the desired document, selecting Print, then choosing Microsoft Print to PDF. The resulting PDF can…

  • How to Use Sticky Notes in Windows 11

    How to Use Sticky Notes in Windows 11

    The post provides a guide on how to use the Sticky Notes app on Windows 11. The tool permits users to create stick-on like reminders that can be inputted via typing or stylus drawing, synced across various devices, and interacted with Cortana for additional features such as setting reminders. Also, the post provides steps on…

  • Disable Spotify AutoStart on Windows 11

    Disable Spotify AutoStart on Windows 11

    This post instructs users on how to prevent Spotify from automatically starting up each time Windows 11 is booted. Users can achieve this either by altering Spotify’s autostart feature in the app’s advanced settings or through disabling Spotify in the Windows Task Manager’s startup tab.

  • How to End Unresponsive Apps in Windows 11

    How to End Unresponsive Apps in Windows 11

    The post guides users on how to use Windows Task Manager in Windows 11 to end stuck or runaway application processes, thereby improving system performance. It provides a step-by-step process to force quit apps which frees up resources thereby avoiding a complete system shutdown. The method is efficient and straightforward, aiding in managing system applications…

  • Disable Power Button Shutdown in Windows 11

    Disable Power Button Shutdown in Windows 11

    This text provides instructions on how to disable the power button in Windows 11 to avoid an accidental shutdown. It’s necessary to log in as an administrator, navigate to the control panel and adjust the settings under ‘Power Options’. Choose the ‘Do Nothing’ option, then save changes, which ensures the power button doesn’t interrupt work.

  • Rebuild Windows 11 Search Index: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Rebuild Windows 11 Search Index: A Step-by-Step Guide

    This article explains how to rebuild the Windows Search Index in Windows 11 for faster search results. The Index rebuilds automatically when adding new locations or switching modes. If search results aren’t accurate or lack specific locations, manual index rebuilding may be necessary. The text provides detailed steps for rebuilding, starting from accessing System Settings…