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Enable Power Saving for Windows 11 Hotspot
This post instructs users on enabling or disabling the Mobile hotspot power-saving feature in Windows 11. When activated, this feature automatically turns off the hotspot after 5 minutes of inactivity, conserving battery and power usage on the Windows device. The feature is accessible via the System Settings pane and can be toggled on or off…
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Enable or Disable Memory Compression in Windows 11
The post provides a guide on how to enable or disable Memory compression in Windows 11. This feature compresses system memory to enhance performance and reduce physical memory use. While it promotes efficient memory use and better user experience, it may potentially slow CPU processing due to additional resources required for compression and decompression operations.
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How to Enable or Disable Mobile Hotspot in Windows 11
The content presents a guide on how to enable and disable mobile hotspots in Windows 11 to share internet connection with other devices using WiFi. It emphasizes the potential cost of sharing cellular internet, depending on the user’s network data plan. The guide details the process from accessing the device’s System Settings to setting up…
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Enable or Disable Compact OS in Windows 11
This text explains how to turn Compact OS on and off in Windows 11, a feature that allows the operating system to run from compressed files, saving disk space. Ideal for low-end devices, Compact OS shrinks and optimizes Windows 11 images for efficient resource usage. The article provides instructions for enabling and disabling Compact OS…
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How to Set DuckDuckGo as Default in Windows 11
The post outlines steps to set DuckDuckGo as the default search engine in various browsers (Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, etc.) in Windows 11. Stating that DuckDuckGo provides privacy protection, it presents instructions to install different browsers on Windows 11 and configure DuckDuckGo as the default search engine, differentiating steps for Chromium-based browsers and Firefox.
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Finding Your System’s VRAM in Windows 11
The post provides steps for checking and viewing video RAM (vRAM) in Windows 11. vRAM speeds up computer graphic processes, holding data for the graphics processing unit (GPU). Checking vRAM may help understand performance issues related to graphics-intensive games or video editing tasks. The post also suggests how to increase vRAM through system BIOS or…
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How to Access the Videos Folder in Windows 11
The post details how to locate and use the Videos folder in Windows 11, a default system folder used to store video content and other recordings. The folder can be found in the user’s profile and accessed through the Start menu or File Explorer. Its location can be changed by administrators. The post also explains…
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Steps to Verify Windows Subsystem for Linux Version
The post details how to verify the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) version installed on a system. It discusses the two major WSL versions available and states that checking is accomplished by running specific commands in the Command Prompt. It also mentions that WSL2, the newer version, delivers performance enhancement and complete system call compatibility.
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How to Find the Pictures Folder in Windows 11
The post provides instructions for navigating and utilizing the Pictures folder in Windows 11. This default system folder, created for every user, is an organised place where one’s images are automatically stored when imported into the system. Users can also add a shortcut to the Pictures folder on their Start menu for easy access. The…
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How to Mount Network Drives in Windows Subsystem for Linux
The post guides users on how to mount or map a network drive or folder in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). This can be done through detailed steps provided, which include using commands to create a mount point and map the network folder. The post also instructs on mapping protected locations requiring username and…