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Moving Microsoft Store apps to another drive in Windows 11 frees up space on your C: drive without uninstalling your games or losing saved data. Windows does the transfer for…

Windows 11 can notify users when their camera turns on or off, enhancing security awareness. This feature is crucial if the camera light is obstructed, preventing unnoticed activation. Users can enable or disable these notifications via the Registry Editor by adjusting a specific setting, ensuring they remain aware of camera usage at all times.

BitLocker in Windows 11 protects files by encrypting the drive, allowing only trusted users access. It typically utilizes a TPM chip for automatic unlocking. Users can disable USB and PIN requirements for easier access by adjusting settings in the Control Panel. Auto unlock enhances security while speeding up startup.

BitLocker auto-unlock in Windows 11 opens your secondary encrypted drives in the background after you sign in to Windows. You don’t have to type a long password or recovery key…

The Windows 11 version tells you which feature update your PC runs (for example 23H2 or 24H2) and the exact build number. It takes under 10 seconds to find. You…

Windows 11 offers a feature called Apps for Websites that allows website links to open directly in their related apps instead of a web browser, provided the app is installed. Users can enable or disable this feature through the Settings app, Group Policy Editor, or Registry Editor, with a computer restart required to apply changes.

AutoEndTasks in Windows 11 determines if open apps automatically close during shutdown or restart. If enabled, Windows shuts down quickly but may lose unsaved data. If disabled, users are prompted to close apps first. This setting can be changed through the Windows Registry, with backup recommended before any edits.

HungAppTimeout is a Windows setting that dictates the wait time before the system prompts to force-close unresponsive apps during shutdown or restart. The default is 5 seconds, but users can modify it through the Registry. Backup the Registry first to prevent issues, and follow specific steps for adjustments.

Automatically Adjust Active Hours in Windows 11 stops your PC from restarting during the workday. Windows tracks your regular device use over a 30-day period and sets your active hours…

Text cursor thickness in Windows 11 changes the width of the blinking vertical line you see when typing. On large screens and multi-monitor setups that line is easy to lose.…

Disabling the Caps Lock key in Windows 11 stops accidental uppercase typing. You either turn the key off or change it so nothing happens when you press it. You can…

PowerShell Execution Policies manage how scripts run on Windows 11 PCs, helping to prevent the execution of harmful scripts accidentally. Policies range from Restricted (no scripts) to Bypass (no restrictions). Users can set policies via Settings, PowerShell, or Registry Editor while being cautious with unknown sources to protect their systems.

UAC (User Account Control, a security feature that asks for your permission before apps make changes to your PC) lets you manage security prompts for the Windows 11 built-in administrator…

The close tab warning in Windows Terminal is a safety prompt. When you try to exit the app with more than one tab open, it asks “Do you want to…

Windows Terminal is an app that puts Command Prompt, PowerShell and other command-line shells in one window. It opens with standard user rights by default. If you often run commands…