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How to Enable Device Discovery in Windows 11
This article guides on enabling or disabling Device discovery in Windows 11’s Developer Mode, allowing your PC to be detected by others on the network. It details steps using the Settings app and Registry Editor but warns of the security risks when activated and advises caution, particularly about registry edits.
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How to Show or Hide Empty Drives in Windows 11
This article details how to toggle the visibility of empty drives in Windows 11 File Explorer. By default, empty drives, which are drives without files, are hidden to simplify interface navigation. For easier file management or identification of empty drives, users can adjust this setting in the Settings app or File Explorer Options.
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How to Check Windows Feature Experience Pack Version in Windows 11
This article guides users on identifying their installed version of the Windows Feature Experience Pack in Windows 11. It highlights that this pack, containing separate updatable features like new emojis and improved graphics, ensures more rapid enhancements. The post details a step-by-step process to locate the version information in the Settings app under System >…
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How to Change Screen Flash Notifications in Windows 11
This article provides a guide on how to enable and adjust the “Flash my screen during audio notifications” feature in Windows 11 for users needing visual cues for notifications. It details accessing the setting through the Windows Settings app, selecting ‘Accessibility’ and ‘Audio,’ and choosing from options including flashing the title bar, the active window,…
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How to Reset Windows Search in Windows 11
This article provides a guide to resetting the Windows Search feature in Windows 11 using a PowerShell script from Microsoft. The process requires administrator permissions and can resolve issues like missing results or slow performance by clearing and rebuilding the search index, without affecting personal files.
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Add Recycle Bin to Windows 11 File Explorer
This article provides a guide on adding the Recycle Bin to Windows 11’s File Explorer navigation pane for easier access to deleted files. It explains navigating the Windows Registry to create a new key and modify its value, thus allowing the Recycle Bin to appear in the navigation pane. This adjustment helps users restore files…
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How to Disable Windows 11 Copilot: A Step-by-Step Guide
This article provides a guide for disabling and removing Windows 11’s Copilot, an AI chatbot for system management and app navigation available only to Windows Insiders in select locations. It details steps involving the Windows Registry to turn off Copilot by creating and modifying specific REG_DWORD values, such as TurnOffWindowsCopilot, DisableSearchBoxSuggestions, and HubsSidebarEnabled. Restoring default…
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How to Hide Your Phone Number on Signal
This article outlines steps to conceal your phone number within the Signal app, enhancing privacy and security. Signal, known for encrypted communication, offers various settings, including call relay and disappearing messages. Unique to the mobile app are additional privacy features like username creation, which can replace phone numbers for user identification. The guide details accessing…
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How to Use Usernames on Signal for Enhanced Privacy
This article details how to create a username in Signal, offering enhanced privacy compared to a phone number. The Signal app provides encrypted communication and distinct settings for desktop and mobile versions. The upcoming username feature, in beta, allows for selective sharing and eliminates the need to update contacts after a number change. Instructions for…
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How to Enable or Disable Dev Drive in Windows 11
This article provides a guide for enabling or disabling the Dev Drive feature in Windows 11, which allows developers to create a dedicated partition for their work. Methods include using the Windows Terminal with specific commands, changing settings in the Local Group Policy Editor, or editing registry entries. These options offer flexibility for system security…