Category: Windows

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

  • How to Repair the Windows 11 Start Menu

    How to Repair the Windows 11 Start Menu

    This article advises on how to reset or repair the Start Menu in Windows 11, an essential pathway to open apps and access settings. When the Start Menu malfunctions, it can be reset using specific commands in PowerShell, either for the user profile or all users on a device. If faced with an error, one…

  • Change Downloads Location in Windows 11

    Change Downloads Location in Windows 11

    This content guides users on how to change the default download location in Windows 11. It explains how to use the ‘Move’ command within the Downloads folder’s Properties menu to alter the default location, choosing a new destination for the downloads. Finally, it confirms this process will also relocate any existing files to the new…

  • How to Reset Microsoft Store App in Windows 11

    How to Reset Microsoft Store App in Windows 11

    This content is a guide to reset or repair the Microsoft Store app on Windows 11 if it stops working or can’t be opened. The Microsoft Store app, a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app, can be reset to factory settings to resolve these issues. The guide also provides steps to re-register the Microsoft Store app…

  • How to Verify and Enable TPM 2.0 on Your PC

    How to Verify and Enable TPM 2.0 on Your PC

    This article explains how to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 for Windows 11 compatibility and to receive all updates. TPM 2.0 is a security measure that protects against software vulnerabilities. The article provides a detailed guide on how to check if your system supports this feature and how to enable it, highlighting its…

  • Install Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11

    Install Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11

    The post provides instructions for installing and using the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) on Windows 11. Currently, WSA is limited to Windows Insiders in the U.S Beta Channel and only supports apps from the Amazon Appstore. The post outlines specific requirements such as hardware specifications, Microsoft Store version, regional settings, and a U.S-based Amazon…

  • How to Mute and Unmute Sound in Windows 11

    How to Mute and Unmute Sound in Windows 11

    The post instructs on how to mute and unmute sound volume on Windows 11, either through the Quick Settings menu on the taskbar or the Windows settings app. Quick Settings can be accessed via a hidden or translucent button on top of the Wi-Fi, Speaker, and Battery icons. Users can toggle the speaker/sound icon or…

  • Update Regional Settings for Windows 11

    Update Regional Settings for Windows 11

    The content provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users on how to change or update the country or regional settings in Windows 11. The tutorial clarifies how these settings influence the date/time, numeric, and currency data formats, offering illustrations on how to navigate the system settings to implement changes needed for correct document…

  • Stop OneDrive from Starting Automatically in Windows 11

    Stop OneDrive from Starting Automatically in Windows 11

    The post provides instructions on how to stop OneDrive, a Microsoft cloud and backup storage, from automatically opening upon logging into Windows 11. Users can disable this feature by using Task Manager or from within the OneDrive app itself. Both methods involve finding the OneDrive settings and deactivating the auto-start feature.

  • How to Deactivate Windows 11 Activation Key

    How to Deactivate Windows 11 Activation Key

    This post guides through the process of deactivating and uninstalling Windows 11 activation key. It informs students and new users that they can transfer or remove their product key from a PC without erasing the digital license on Microsoft servers. To do this, one may need administrator rights, then proceed through several commands on the…

  • How to Share a Printer in Windows 11

    How to Share a Printer in Windows 11

    The post outlines how to share a printer in Windows 11 for both network and single-PC printers. By ensuring the primary PC is turned on and connected to both the printer and the network, users can use the System Settings panel to select a printer and toggle its sharing settings. Once shared, the printer can…