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The article provides instructions on managing background apps in Windows 11. Users can either permit or restrain apps from operating in the background when not actively in use. Windows 11 offers three settings: "Always", "Power optimized" (recommended), and "Never". These options can be adjusted for individual apps in the system settings. The guide also suggests setting at least one app to 'Always' to maintain connectivity and app updates.

The article provides steps to enable or disable the Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist feature in Windows 11. The feature, activated by default, blocks problematic drivers but could interfere with valid device drivers. It can be managed via the Windows Security App; toggling on/off in the Core isolation details pane under Device Security. Regular monitoring of device performance is advised to prevent erroneous driver blocking.

The article gives a step-by-step guide on how to change the foreground flash count for taskbar apps in Windows 11. The default setting flashes the taskbar apps seven times, but users can adjust this setting including setting it to flash indefinitely. The change is made through the Windows Registry.

The article provides a tutorial on how to enable or disable the "Show flashing on taskbar apps" feature in Windows 11. This feature signifies system updates, hardware issues, and other notifications that require user attention through flashing icons on the taskbar. The process involves navigating to System Settings and adjusting the Taskbar behaviors.

The article discusses how to switch out of S Mode in Windows 11 for devices that come pre-established with this feature by the original manufacturer. S Mode enhances security and performance, allowing only app installation from the Microsoft Store. Users wanting to install apps from other sources or upgrade to Windows 11, can switch out of S Mode for free, but cannot revert back to it. Instructions for switching are provided.

This article provides instructions on how to enable or disable the feature "Show Encryption or Compressed NTFS files in Color" in Windows 11. Enabling this feature in the File Explorer can help users differentiate their encrypted and compressed files from regular ones, adding an extra level of security to their data.

The article explains how to modify projection settings in Windows 11 for viewing content from other devices on a Windows PC. Using the system settings pane, users can reach 'Projecting to this PC' settings and choose when they want the PC to ask for permission to project: every time a connection is requested or only the first time.

The article provides a guide on how to enable or disable the "Require PIN for pairing" setting when projecting to a PC in Windows 11. This setting allows users to control access to wireless projection for security reasons. Settings include 'Never', 'First Time', or 'Always' require a PIN for pairing when projecting on Windows 11.

The article offers a guide on toggling a setting in Windows 11 that allows a PC to be discovered for projection only when it's plugged into a power source. The feature, understandable through the System Settings pane, enables malleable wireless projection to the PC from a variety of devices. When enabled, however, the PC is discoverable only while connected to a power source.

The article provides instructions on how to enable or disable the "Projecting to this PC" feature in Windows 11 for wireless content viewing from other devices. It explains how to navigate to the System Settings pane using various methods, and then how to choose options from the 'Projecting to this PC' settings panel. The options include making the PC available everywhere or always off.

The article provides instructions on how to control live Widget content updates on the Taskbar in Windows 11. Starting with build 25211, Microsoft allows users to control the behavior of Widgets. Procedures include opening Widgets through the weather icon or a keyboard shortcut, accessing Widget settings, and toggling the update functionality on or off.

The article outlines how to access and configure settings in the File Explorer Options window in Windows 11. With a minimalistic design, Windows 11 has moved many menu commands and options to new menus - the layout and view, Filter, and See more. It provides detailed steps to open the window via File Explorer or the Control Panel.

The article guides on determining the type of account used to sign into Windows 11, which supports multiple user profiles and allows users to sign in with either a Local account or a Microsoft account. Detailed instructions are given on how to use the Settings app to reveal the details of the logged-in account.

The article provides a step-by-step guide to enable or disable the "Show recently added apps" feature in Windows 11. This feature, which keeps track of recent activities like file access and added apps, enhances productivity by listing recently installed apps in the Start menu Recommended section and Jump Lists. It also includes instructions to remove added apps.

The article provides a guide on how to enable or disable the "Show recently opened items in Start, Jump Lists, and File Explorer" feature in Windows 11. This function, which tracks recent activities, is designed to improve productivity and ease file retrieval, but may be perceived as a privacy concern by some users. The steps include navigating through System Settings or the Local Group Policy Editor.