Category: Windows

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

  • How to Export Passwords from Microsoft Edge

    How to Export Passwords from Microsoft Edge

    The post provides a step-by-step guide for exporting passwords from Microsoft Edge to a .CSV file, which can then be imported into other third-party password managers. The article also suggests that while useful, Microsoft Edge’s built-in password manager may not be the most secure option available.

  • How to Set Up SSH Key Authentication in Windows 11

    How to Set Up SSH Key Authentication in Windows 11

    The post provides a guide for creating and configuring SSH keys for passwordless login on Ubuntu Linux, Unix-like systems, and Windows 11. It also includes instructions on how to use these keys to authenticate to an SSH server and the configuration steps for disabling password login. Additionally, it deals with how to copy your public…

  • Generate SSH Keys in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Generate SSH Keys in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The post provides a step-by-step guide on generating SSH key pairs in both Ubuntu Linux and Windows 11. For Windows 11, it takes advantage of the OpenSSH package, Windows Terminal, Command Prompt, or PowerShell for key creation. It also mentions that the generated key pairs can be accessed from the directory, C:\User\\.ssh. The tutorial stresses…

  • Install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux: A Dual Boot Guide

    Install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux: A Dual Boot Guide

    The post provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users to install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux on a single computer, thus setting up a dual boot system. Key steps include creating a separate partition on Windows 11, downloading and creating a bootable Ubuntu USB drive, and finally, booting and installing Ubuntu with precautions…

  • Restore Missing Recycle Bin Icon in Windows 11

    Restore Missing Recycle Bin Icon in Windows 11

    This content guides new users and students on how to restore the Recycle Bin icon on their Windows 11 Desktop, which isn’t added by default unlike previous Windows versions. The post advises to check if Desktop icons are being displayed first, then outlines the path to System Settings and Desktop icon settings to restore the…

  • How to Set Vivaldi as Default Browser in Windows 11

    How to Set Vivaldi as Default Browser in Windows 11

    This post is a guide on setting Vivaldi as the default web browser in Windows 11. It instructs students and new users on the step-by-step process, starting from downloading Vivaldi to configuring it in Windows 11 system settings. The implications of switching from the pre-set Microsoft Edge browser to Vivaldi, recognized for its speed and…

  • How to Adjust Screen Brightness in Windows 11

    How to Adjust Screen Brightness in Windows 11

    The post instructs how to adjust the screen brightness in Windows 11, which automatically sets the brightness for some PCs based on lighting conditions and content shown. Users can adjust brightness manually in ‘Quick Settings’ or the Windows Settings app. If using an external monitor, brightness often has to be adjusted using monitor buttons. Users…

  • How to Adjust Adaptive Brightness in Windows 11

    How to Adjust Adaptive Brightness in Windows 11

    The article explains how to turn on or off Adaptive Brightness in Windows 11. This feature, predominantly useful for laptops with advanced graphics cards, automatically adjusts screen brightness based on surrounding lighting conditions for power efficiency and enhanced battery life. The author also elucidates on manual fine-tuning for optimal user experience and provides step-by-step instructions…

  • Guide to Windows 11 Screen Rotation Lock

    Guide to Windows 11 Screen Rotation Lock

    The post provides a guide on how to enable or disable screen rotation lock on Windows 11. Available on devices with a built-in accelerometer, the feature automatically rotates the screen when its physical orientation changes. Users can access the option via System Settings under the Display section. The steps differ slightly depending on if the…

  • How to Change Screen Orientation in Windows 11

    How to Change Screen Orientation in Windows 11

    The post guides on how to change the screen orientation in Windows 11. It explains that Windows 11 can rotate the display automatically or manually, including to landscape, portrait, and flipped orientations. The guide reviews the process to change the orientation through system settings and using keyboard shortcuts. If Windows cannot rotate the screen, it…