Category: Windows

This article provides a guide on enabling or disabling networking in the sandbox environment of Windows 11. By default, networking is off to reduce the attack surface, but for accessing external networks, users must allow it by creating a virtual switch. This can be done through the Local Group Policy Editor or the Windows Registry.

The article guides on enabling or disabling printer sharing from a host machine to the Sandbox in Windows 11. Since the Windows Sandbox is an isolated environment, printing directly from it is impossible without sharing the host’s printer. The guide includes steps to enable this sharing feature through either Local Group Policy Editor or Windows…

The article provides a guide on how to enable or disable DLNA media streaming in Windows 11, allowing users to send or receive media on connected devices such as phones, TVs, or game consoles. The steps involve navigating through Control Panel or utilizing Local Group Policy Editor. The tutorial also warns users to only activate…

The article provides steps on how to enable or disable the Snipping Tool’s feature of opening screenshots in multiple windows in Windows 11. By default, the tool opens screens in the same window but it can be modified. It also mentions the automatic saving of screenshots in PNG format. The changes are applied by accessing…

The article provides a guide on how to adjust the hard disk idle timeout in Windows 11, a feature that automatically turns off the hard disk after a certain period of inactivity to save energy and extend battery life. The author notes that while useful, this setting can cause a slight delay when apps need…

This article provides a guide on how to change the default location for storing offline maps in Windows 11. Initially, offline maps are saved in the C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\MapData folder. However, Windows 11 allows users to save these maps on removable drives and partitions, facilitating portability. When a different drive is selected, existing and new offline maps…

The article provides a guide on downloading and using offline maps in Windows 11. The process starts with accessing system settings, followed by navigating to the offline maps settings within the apps category. Users then pick their desired geographic location and download the map for offline use. Finally, the downloaded maps can be viewed and…

The article provides steps to enable or disable the Account protection notifications in the Windows Security app in Windows 11. The notifications share critical security information and alert about issues with Windows Hello or Dynamic Lock. The instructions to toggle these notifications on/off are given for users who wish to control the reception of such…

The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable or disable Virus & Threat Protection notifications in the Windows Security app for Windows 11. Receiving these notifications depends on user preferences: for continuous updates on device health and security, they should be enabled; if they’re considered bothersome, they can be turned off. Specific options…

The article provides detailed steps to enable or disable firewall and network protection notifications on Windows 11 via the Windows Security app. Users are informed when Microsoft Defender Firewall blocks a new app and about other areas needing attention. These notifications can be selectively tailored to individual needs, offering awareness about computer activities or can…