Category: Windows

The post provides a guide on how to add a Wi-Fi printer on Windows 11. It states that most new printers support Windows 11 and may not require additional software. The prerequisite is for the printer and computer to be on the same Wi-Fi network. The process involves locating ‘Printers & Scanners’ under ‘Bluetooth &…

The post provides instructions on setting up parental controls on Windows 11. This includes limiting screen time, restricting website access, and enabling security measures. The process requires both parent and child to have Microsoft accounts, with the child’s account tied to the parent’s and the parent acting as an administrator. Parents have the ability to…

The content outlines the process of creating a Microsoft account for use across various devices and services, including Windows 11, Skype, and OneDrive. It gives step-by-step instructions from choosing a username and password to confirming the account through a one-time code. The post also mentions parental involvement for accounts of those under 13.

The article instructs on enabling TPM support in VMware Player for Windows 11 installation. Microsoft’s hardware requirements apply to virtual machines, hence the need for enabling pass-through TPM. While VMware Workstation Pro enables TPM by default, the free VMware Player version needs manual configuration, as detailed in the text, to ensure it can install Windows…

The content instructs on renaming audio devices in Windows 11 to avoid confusion when multiple are connected. Users can give each device a unique, descriptive name through the System Settings pane. This can save users from inadvertently playing unsuitable content over the wrong device. Instructions for the renaming process, with associated images, are provided step-by-step.

Windows 11 includes a feature that allows users to quickly minimize all open apps and show the desktop by clicking on a tiny vertical line at the far right corner of the Taskbar. This feature is typically enabled by default. If not, users can enable or disable it in the Taskbar settings in the System…

The post provides a guide on how to manually download and install updates for Windows 11 from the Microsoft Catalog website if Windows Updates is not working automatically. Using a specific Knowledge Base (KB) number, users can search for the relevant update package, download, and install it manually, including initiating a system reboot to complete…

The post provides a guide on how to display additional account details such as email addresses on the sign-in screen in Windows 11. This feature helps to identify accounts, especially in a system with multiple users. The post also explains how to disable this option if one decides not to show these additional details later.