This text highlights the importance of backing up the BitLocker recovery key in Windows 11. BitLocker secures computer data and denies unauthorized access. If the key is lost, users may not access the data or may need to reset Windows 11. The steps for backing up the key are provided, with multiple options to save…

The post instructs on changing to a 24-hour clock format on the Windows 11 lock screen. To do this, one should go to the system settings via the Settings app. Then navigate through Time & Language > Language & Region > Regional format to select a 24-hour clock format. Following the changes, a system restart…

This text provides a tutorial on enabling or disabling Microsoft Defender SmartScreen for potentially unwanted apps (PUAs) in Windows 11. When enabled, SmartScreen helps block PUAs and offers features like warning screens for suspicious downloads. The article details steps to adjust these settings, thereby preventing PUAs from slowing down the machine or installing unwanted spy…

The post provides instructions for enabling or disabling Microsoft Defender SmartScreen for Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen is designed to protect users by warning them about potentially harmful sites and downloads. The steps include searching for Windows Security on the taskbar, selecting App & browser control, and toggling the SmartScreen settings.

The article provides a step-by-step guide for enabling or disabling Microsoft Defender SmartScreen for Edge in Windows 11. SmartScreen, which is on by default, helps protect devices from malicious websites and downloads by issuing a warning if a threat is detected. The guide also explains how to adjust SmartScreen settings, either to warn users about…

Microsoft is updating its Windows Search to include a new feature called ‘search highlights’, which shows trending topics and events. This feature can be enabled or disabled in Windows 11 by accessing the Settings app, then going to Privacy & security > Search settings and toggling ‘Show search highlights’. The feature provides increased personalisation for…

The post instructs on configuring Microsoft Defender SmartScreen in Windows 11, which helps protect against phishing, malware, and potentially harmful downloads. Default settings present a warning whenever suspicious pages or apps are detected. The guide also explains how to enable or disable Microsoft Defender’s applications and file-checking options, impacting whether users receive alerts about potential…

The content teaches students and new users how to activate or deactivate Microsoft Defender SmartScreen Phishing Protection on Windows 11. It explains how SmartScreen guards against phishing or malware websites, malicious apps, and potentially harmful downloads. Enabling this feature triggers analysis of online sites for suspicious activity and triggers warnings for potentially risky pages or…

The post provides a guide on how to change a product key in Windows 11, a 25 characters code used to activate and validate the software. Microsoft uses this key to verify the authenticity of a Windows license. There may be numerous reasons for changing the product key, such as upgrading from the Home to…

The post provides a guide for students and new users on how to adjust the sleep settings in Windows 11. By changing these settings, individuals can control the duration of inactivity before the system automatically goes to sleep. This helps to reduce power usage, save work, and enables quicker startup times. The instructions use the…