#Windows 11

The post provides a step-by-step guide on generating SSH key pairs in both Ubuntu Linux and Windows 11. For Windows 11, it takes advantage of the OpenSSH package, Windows Terminal, Command Prompt, or PowerShell for key creation. It also mentions that the generated key pairs can be accessed from the directory, C:\User\<username>\.ssh. The tutorial stresses the importance of SSH keys for remote connections and code management through GitHub.

This content guides new users and students on how to restore the Recycle Bin icon on their Windows 11 Desktop, which isn't added by default unlike previous Windows versions. The post advises to check if Desktop icons are being displayed first, then outlines the path to System Settings and Desktop icon settings to restore the icon.

The post instructs how to adjust the screen brightness in Windows 11, which automatically sets the brightness for some PCs based on lighting conditions and content shown. Users can adjust brightness manually in 'Quick Settings' or the Windows Settings app. If using an external monitor, brightness often has to be adjusted using monitor buttons. Users may need to switch off automatic settings if they cause display issues.

The post provides guidance for students and new users on how to find and use the Downloads folder in Windows 11. This is the default location where files downloaded from the internet are stored. Users can access this folder through the File Explorer or create a shortcut to it on the Start menu. Browsers offer the option to change this default location, requiring confirmation prior to each download. Users can also move the Downloads folder to other locations based on preference.

The content provides a comprehensive guide on how to install Notepad++ and make it the default text editor in Windows 11, as an alternative to the default Windows Notepad. It details the process of downloading and installing Notepad++, setting it as a default application for text files, and even provides instructions for completely replacing the default Notepad function with Notepad++ through command prompt commands.

This text provides instructions on setting up and partitioning a new hard drive on Windows 11. It explains that partitioning helps manage data and improve performance in some situations. The step-by-step guide presents how to create, shrink, resize partitions, and how to initialize a new hard disk.

This text provides a guide for restoring the default location of folders in the home directories of Windows 11. The process involves using File Explorer, inserting a specific command into the address bar, selecting a folder, and opting for 'Restore Default' in the folder properties. These steps can help users with storage management, returning to initial locations after prior changes.

This article advises on how to reset or repair the Start Menu in Windows 11, an essential pathway to open apps and access settings. When the Start Menu malfunctions, it can be reset using specific commands in PowerShell, either for the user profile or all users on a device. If faced with an error, one can terminate the Windows Shell Experience Host process in Task Manager and rerun the commands.

This content guides users on how to change the default download location in Windows 11. It explains how to use the 'Move' command within the Downloads folder's Properties menu to alter the default location, choosing a new destination for the downloads. Finally, it confirms this process will also relocate any existing files to the new chosen location.

This content is a guide to reset or repair the Microsoft Store app on Windows 11 if it stops working or can't be opened. The Microsoft Store app, a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app, can be reset to factory settings to resolve these issues. The guide also provides steps to re-register the Microsoft Store app using Windows PowerShell commands if the reset does not resolve the problem.

This article explains how to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 for Windows 11 compatibility and to receive all updates. TPM 2.0 is a security measure that protects against software vulnerabilities. The article provides a detailed guide on how to check if your system supports this feature and how to enable it, highlighting its importance in ensuring higher security standards and access to various features like BitLocker Drive Encryption and Secure Boot.

The post instructs on how to mute and unmute sound volume on Windows 11, either through the Quick Settings menu on the taskbar or the Windows settings app. Quick Settings can be accessed via a hidden or translucent button on top of the Wi-Fi, Speaker, and Battery icons. Users can toggle the speaker/sound icon or adjust the slider to mute or unmute sound. The same controls are available in the Sound settings within the Windows settings app.

The content provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users on how to change or update the country or regional settings in Windows 11. The tutorial clarifies how these settings influence the date/time, numeric, and currency data formats, offering illustrations on how to navigate the system settings to implement changes needed for correct document and program formatting.

The post provides instructions on how to stop OneDrive, a Microsoft cloud and backup storage, from automatically opening upon logging into Windows 11. Users can disable this feature by using Task Manager or from within the OneDrive app itself. Both methods involve finding the OneDrive settings and deactivating the auto-start feature.

This post guides through the process of deactivating and uninstalling Windows 11 activation key. It informs students and new users that they can transfer or remove their product key from a PC without erasing the digital license on Microsoft servers. To do this, one may need administrator rights, then proceed through several commands on the Command Prompt application to deactivate Windows 11 and clear the product key from the registry.