The post guides students and new users on updating device drivers in Windows 11, which is necessary for the smooth performance of the computer. Windows 11 automatically updates most device drivers, but users can manually update or reinstall them if required. The steps for updating and reinstalling drivers are described in detail, with instructions also…

The content guides users on how to switch network profiles in Windows 11 for improved security. The two key options are “Work or School” translating into a private network profile, and “Home,” resulting in a public network profile. Windows 11 also allows users to switch between these network profiles based on use case, with private…

The article provides a guide for students and new Windows 11 users on how to enable or disable the Touch keyboard. Primarily used in tablet mode on detachable screens, this feature can be easily accessed from the Taskbar. Detailed steps on how to configure this from the ‘System Settings’ panel are provided, along with a…

This post details the steps to disable User Account Control (UAC) in Windows 11, stressing that it’s advisable to keep UAC enabled for security reasons. If you still need to disable it temporarily, use the Control Panel: go to User Accounts, then Change User Account Control settings and set it to Never Notify. Upon completion,…

Windows 11 features an ‘Archive Apps’ option, which automatically archives seldom-used applications to save storage and internet bandwidth. The archived apps are updated to the latest version when reused. This feature can be toggled on or off per user convenience to avoid unwitting loss of important but infrequnently used apps. The option was first previewed…

This text provides a guide for students and new users on how to restore Windows firewall to its default settings to resolve network connectivity issues or potential malware attacks. The process involves navigating through system settings on Windows 11 and reconfiguring apps for firewall access afterwards. It removes all added Microsoft Defender firewall settings since…

This post guides students and new users on how to restore a Windows 11 PC from a restore point, undoing recent changes that might be causing issues. System restore works similarly to previous Windows versions and doesn’t affect user files but removes applications, drivers and updates installed after the last restore point. It’s effective for…

The article instructs Windows 11 users how to disable the default feature requiring password login after a computer wakes up from Sleep, Standby or hibernation. This can be done through the System Settings pane, where users can change the setting under the Additional settings in the Sign-in options pane. The changes apply immediately, but may…

The post provides tips to fix Windows 11 update issues. Suggestions include freeing up drive space, repairing hard drive errors (using the chkdsk tool), renaming the software distribution folder, and restoring system files (using the DISM tool and sfc/scannow command). These steps ensure the computer remains secure and functions efficiently by receiving necessary updates.

The post explains how to create and share folders in Windows 11 with full access for all users. Full access lets anyone create, delete, or modify content in shared folders. These folders are ideal for temporary file storage but not private data. The steps for creating a folder, sharing it, and setting permissions are detailed.…