Category: Windows

The post outlines how to enable or disable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Windows 11. This feature, built into Microsoft Defender SmartScreen, provides a range of security measures, including warnings against password reuse and alerts for potential malicious sites. A step-by-step guide is provided for enabling or disabling these alerts using Windows Security and Local Group…

The post outlines the process of enabling or disabling the new feature ‘Show snap layouts’ when dragging a window to the top of the screen in Windows 11. This feature, introduced in the latest version of Windows 11, allows users to reorient their windows on-screen. While helpful for some, it might not appeal to all.…

This post details the steps needed to enable or disable the automatic locking of a computer after a certain period of inactivity in Windows 11. This feature is designed to enhance security by preventing unauthorized access to your files. The guide covers how to adjust this setting using both the Local Security Policy editor and…

The post provides a guide on how to alter the Console Lock Display Off Timeout settings in Windows 11, which controls the delay before a locked screen automatically turns off due to inactivity. The default setting is one minute, and the instructions outline step-by-step how to change this preference.

This post outlines how to create a live kernel dump file in Windows 11, starting from the OS’s 25197 build. It involves using the Task Manager to obtain a snapshot of kernel memory during operation, thereby aiding in problem-solving amid high-impact yet non-fatal faults. This method can minimize downtime and facilitate OS recovery.

The article provides steps on how to enable or disable applications communicating with unpaired devices in Windows 11. Users can control this function via System Settings, Group Policy Editor, or Windows Registry. Changes can be made to allow apps to interact with unpaired devices like the Xbox One or disallow this communication for increased privacy…

This post provides a guide on how to enable or disable Task Scheduler history in Windows 11. By default, Task Scheduler only shows the “Last Run Time” for tasks. Enabling history allows for an overview of all task histories, accessible via Event Viewer. Steps for both enabling and disabling this feature are provided, including directions…

This post outlines steps to control Bluetooth connectivity in Windows 11. By default, the Bluetooth setting is open to user control, but administrators can limit this through the Windows registry settings. The registry settings enable or disable Bluetooth, with the value representing the degree of Bluetooth accessibility – 0 is the most restrictive, disallowing Bluetooth,…

The post outlines how to restrict or enable a WiFi connection in Windows 11. It details the process of adjusting values within the Windows Registry Editor, where a value of 0 disallows users to connect or disconnect from WiFi, and a value of 1(default) allows such actions. This provides administrators control over WiFi access among…

The post outlines how to operate the built-in Remote Assistance tool in Windows 11, which allows another trusted individual to access and troubleshoot your PC. It offers guidance on enabling or disabling this tool through both the System Properties and Local Group Policy Editor, emphasizing the importance of security considerations.