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How to Safely Eject External Drives in Ubuntu
The content provides steps on how to safely eject external storage devices from Ubuntu Linux. A person risks damaging or losing files when unplugging the device while an application is still using it. Using the Files system, one must locate the device in the sidebar and click the eject icon. However, if a file on…
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Enable SmartScreen Enhanced Phishing Protection on Windows 11
The post provides steps to enable or disable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Microsoft Defender SmartScreen on Windows 11. This feature warns users who store passwords in Notepad or Microsoft 365 Office apps and suggests password deletion from these files. The protection includes Controlled folder access, Real-time protection, Tamper protection, and Ransomware protection. Steps for turning…
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Enable Enhanced Phishing Protection in Windows 11
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…
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Disable Snap Layouts in Windows 11: A Simple Guide
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.…
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Customize Ubuntu Desktop Themes Easily
This post outlines how to change desktop themes and style in Ubuntu Linux, as the current version does not come pre-packaged with desktop themes. A user can individually adjust settings in the System Settings panel, and apply changes using GNOME Tweaks. Alternatively, downloaded GTK3/4 Themes may be used to modify the desktop style.
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Easy Printer Setup in Ubuntu Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up a printer on Ubuntu Linux requires connecting the printer to the computer via USB or Wi-Fi, at which point Ubuntu will attempt to install it automatically using the best drivers. Ubuntu also facilitates the installation of network printers via an installation wizard. Should automatic installation fail, users can install the printer manually through…
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How to Disable or Enable Automatic Lock in Windows 11
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…
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How to Change Default Apps in Ubuntu
The post details how to change the default application for opening a file type in Ubuntu Linux. Users can alter this through the System Settings -> Default Applications setting panel, choosing the desired default application for file types. Alternatively, it can be adjusted by right-clicking the file, selecting ‘Properties’, then ‘Open With’, and setting the…
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How to Uninstall Software in Ubuntu Linux
The post guides users on how to remove or uninstall software packages in Ubuntu Linux using either the Ubuntu Software, Synaptic, or the command line. It provides detailed step-by-step instructions on how to use these tools to list, select, and uninstall desired software or applications. It also points out implications of removing applications that are…
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Adjust Console Lock Display Off Timeout in Windows 11
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.