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How To Take Screenshot On Windows 10
Taking a screenshot on Windows 10 is a very simple process. There are different ways to take screenshots in Windows 10. Here are some of the most common methods: More Working Method - (external link removed by moderator) Method 1: Using the Print Screen Key Locate the "Print Screen" key on your keyboard. It is usually abbreviated as "PrtSc" or "PrtScn". Press the "Print Screen" key once to capture the entire screen. If you want to capture a specific window, click on the window to make it active and then press the "Alt" key + "Print Screen" keys. Open any image editor (e.g., Paint, Photoshop) and press "Ctrl" + "V" to paste the captured screenshot. Method 2: Using the Snipping Tool Type "Snipping Tool" in the search bar located in the bottom left corner of your screen. Click on the "Snipping Tool" app from the search results. Click on "New" and then select the area of the screen you want to capture. Once you have captured the desired area, click on "Save As" to save the screenshot. Method 3: Using the Windows Key + Print Screen Key Press the Windows key + Print Screen key together. The screen will briefly dim to indicate that the screenshot has been taken. The captured screenshot will be saved in the "Screenshots" folder in your "Pictures" folder. These are the three most common ways to take screenshots on Windows 10. You can choose the method that works best for you depending on your needs.How to Install or Uninstall RSAT in Windows 11
Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) is an essential tool for Windows administrators. This tool is designed to help administrators manage and maintain the servers from a remote location. Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) are used by IT administrators to handle Windows Server roles and features. It was introduced in Windows Server 2008 R2. Viewing Remote Server Administration Tools List in Windows 11 Open the Command Prompt App with Administrative Privileges. Type the below command and press Enter key. Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Select-Object -Property DisplayName, State You'll get a list of all RSAT features and their current state whether installed or not present. Related: (external link removed by moderator) Installing Remote Server Administration Tools in Windows 11 Launch the Windows 11 Settings app. Select Apps from the left pane. Choose Optional features. Read More At: (external link removed by moderator)
Blue page says "Your device ran into a problem and needs to restart".
I go to a blue page that says "Your device ran into a problem and needs to restart". We're just collecting some error info, and then we'll restart for you. I get a message that it is 100% complete. Then it says for more information about this issue and possible fixes, visit https://www.windows.cm/stopecode. At the bottom of the window it says "If you call a support person give them this info: Stop code: PAGE FAULT IN NONPAGED AREA. WHAT FAILED: Wdf01000.sys. Everytime the PC reboots it goes to the same page. I'm able to hit F2 to get to the Boot window, but that's it. LeroyBoy@linkstomembers
How to install the Linux Windows Subsystem in Windows 11
Install using Command Prompt Step 1: Start CMD with administrative privileges. Step 2:Execute "wsl --install" command. Step 3:Run "wsl -l -o" to list other Linux releases. Step 4:You can install your favorite Linux distribution, use "wsl --install -d NameofLinuxDistro." When the operation is finished, restart your PC.You can start the Linux distribution from your Start menu. Install Using Windows Features Step 1:Open the Start menu and type "Windows features" into the search bar and click on "Turn Windows Features On or Off". Step 2:Tick the "Windows Subsystem for Linux" checkbox and press the “OK” button. Step 3:When the operation is complete, you will be asked to restart your computer. After that, use the Microsoft Store app and look for the Linux distribution you want to use. Install the Linux distro of your choice. Step 4:The Linux distribution can be launched from the Start menu.How To Change User Name Windows 10
If you're using Windows 10, you may want to change your user name for various reasons. Maybe your name has changed, or you want to personalize your account. Whatever the reason, changing your user name on Windows 10 is a simple process that can be done in a few steps. There are different methods to change your user name on Windows 10, and here we will cover some of the most straightforward ones. You can change your user name from the Settings app, Control Panel, or the Run dialogue box. Each method has its advantages, and you can choose the one that works best for you. Before you start, it's essential to note that changing your user name will not change your account's email address or the name of your user folder. Also, if you're using a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows, changing your user name will change the name on all Microsoft services associated with your account, such as OneDrive or Outlook. Step 1: Open Settings If you want to change your user name on Windows 10, the first step is to open the Settings app. Here's how: Click on the Start menu in the bottom left corner of your screen. Click on the gear icon to open the Settings app. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Windows key + I to open Settings. Once you have opened the Settings app, you will be able to access the necessary settings to change your user name. It's important to note that there are several ways to access the Settings app on Windows 10. In addition to the methods listed above, you can also search for "Settings" in the search bar located next to the Start menu, or right-click on the Start menu and select "Settings" from the context menu. Step 2: Click on Accounts After opening the Control Panel, you need to click on the "Accounts" option. This will show you all the user accounts that are currently active on your Windows 10 computer. From here, you can select the account whose name you want to change. You can either choose to change the name of a local account or a Microsoft account, depending on which one you are currently using. If you are using a Microsoft account, you will need to sign in with your Microsoft credentials to proceed with the name change. Once you have signed in, you can follow the same steps as changing the name of a local account. If you are unsure whether you are using a local or Microsoft account, you can check by going to the "Settings" app and clicking on the "Accounts" option. Here, you will be able to see which type of account you are currently using. It is important to note that changing the name of your user account will not affect your files or settings. Your data will remain intact, and you will be able to access it with your new username. Step 3: Click on Your Info Once you have opened the Settings app, click on the "Accounts" option to access your account settings. Underneath your profile picture and display name, you will see the "Your info" section. Click on it to proceed to the next step. In the "Your info" section, you will see various options related to your account, including your name, email address, and other details. This is where you can change your account name on Windows 10. Clicking on "Your info" will take you to a page where you can manage your Microsoft account. If you are not already signed in, you will need to enter your Microsoft account email and password to access this page. Once you have accessed your Microsoft account page, you can edit your profile details, including your name, profile picture, and other information. You can also manage your account security settings, payment options, and other preferences. If you want to change your account name, click on the "Edit Profile" option under the "More Actions" dropdown menu. This will take you to a page where you can change your name and other profile details. Overall, changing your account name on Windows 10 is a simple process that can be done through the Settings app. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily change your account name and other profile details to better reflect your personal preferences and identity. Step 4: Click on Manage my Microsoft Account After opening the Windows Settings, click on the "Accounts" option. Following that, click on the "Your info" option. Here, you will find an option to manage your Microsoft account. Click on the "Manage my Microsoft account" option to proceed further. Once you click on it, you will be redirected to the Microsoft account website where you can edit your account details. You can change your account name, email address, phone number, and other details from here. After making the necessary changes, save them and exit the website. It is important to note that changing your Microsoft account name will also change the name that appears on your Windows 10 login screen. If you prefer to use a different name on your login screen, you will need to change your account name and your Windows 10 username separately. Changing your Microsoft account name can also affect other Microsoft services that you use, such as OneDrive, Skype, and Xbox Live. It is recommended to check the impact of the name change on these services before proceeding with the change. Additionally, if you have multiple devices linked to your Microsoft account, the name change will be reflected on all of them. It is important to keep this in mind before making any changes to your Microsoft account. Step 5: Sign in to your Microsoft account If you're using a Microsoft account to sign in to your Windows 10 device, your account name is automatically updated to match the name on your Microsoft account. To change your Microsoft account name: Click the Windows logo and the gear icon to open Settings. Go to Accounts. Select Your account. Click the Manage my Microsoft account link. In your Microsoft account main page, click Edit name below your account picture. Enter your preferred name, and click Save. Restart your computer for the changes to take effect. If you're using a local account to sign in to your Windows 10 device, you can switch to a Microsoft account and then follow the above steps to change your account name. Here's how to switch to a Microsoft account: Click the Windows logo, and click on the gear icon to open Settings. Go to Accounts. Click on Sign in with a Microsoft account instead. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your Microsoft account. Once you're signed in, follow the above steps to change your account name. Changing your Microsoft account name will also change the name displayed on other Microsoft services, such as Outlook.com and OneDrive. Step 6: Click on Edit Name After you have accessed your Microsoft account, you can easily change your name by clicking on the "Edit Name" option. This option allows you to modify your first and last name as they appear on your account. When you click on the "Edit Name" option, a new page will open where you can enter your new name. Simply type in your new first and last name, and then click on the "Save" button to confirm the changes. It's important to note that changing your name on your Microsoft account will also change the name that appears on your Windows 10 sign-in screen, as well as any other Microsoft services that you use, such as Office 365 or OneDrive. Once you have saved your new name, it may take a few minutes for the changes to take effect. You may need to sign out of your account and then sign back in again for the changes to be fully applied. Step 7: Enter a new name and click Save After opening the account preferences page in a browser, click the "More Actions" drop-down and then click on "Edit Profile" from the options below. This will take you to the "Edit profile" page where you can change your name. On the "Edit profile" page, click on the "Edit name" button. This will allow you to enter your desired new username in the "First name" and "Last name" fields. Be sure to double-check your spelling and capitalization before clicking "Save." Once you click "Save," wait for a few minutes, and the new username will automatically sync with your Windows 10 device. It's important to note that this change will only affect your account name and not your account's email address or login credentials. If you encounter any issues with changing your username, try logging out of your account and then logging back in to see if the changes have taken effect. If the issue persists, consider contacting Microsoft support for further assistance.How to Run Task Manager on Windows 11 (6-Ways)
A task manager is a system monitor tool that provides information about the processes and programs operating on a computer, as well as the machine's overall state. Method 1: Run Window To open the Run window, press Windows+R, then type "taskmgr", and then click "OK" or hit Enter. Task Manager will open up. Method 2: Ctrl+Shift+Escape Simply press Ctrl+Shift+Escape on your keyboard to bring up Task Manager. Method 3: Ctrl+Alt+Delete On the keyboard, press "Ctrl + Alt + Delete," you will see few options. To open Task Manager, select "Task Manager." Method 4: Start Button To open Task Manager, right-click the Start button on the taskbar. Select "Task Manager" from the menu that appears, and Task Manager will be launched. Method 5: Command Prompt Open the Command Prompt, type "taskmgr," and press Enter. Task Manager will launch immediately. Method 6: Start Search Click the "Start" button and then type "Task Manager" into the search bar. The Task Manager app should be the first result. To open the Task Manager, click on its icon.How to Disable Background Apps Windows 11
Disable Background Apps in the Settings app 1. Launch the Windows Settings app. 2. Click "Apps" on the left sidebar, then "Apps & features." 3. Locate the app, then click the "three-dots" button to the right of the app's name and select "Advanced options." If the "Advanced options" option is not available, then the app does not support managing its background app permission. 4. Under the section "Background app permissions," select "Never" from the dropdown list. (external link removed by moderator) Disable Background Apps in the Battery Settings 1. Launch the Windows Settings app. 2. Click "System" in the left sidebar. 3. Click "Power & battery" on the right side. 4. Click "Battery usage" under the "Battery" section. 5. Then, in the section "Battery usage by app" locate the app, then click the "three-dots" button to the right of the app's name, and then choose "Manage background activity." If the "Manage background activity" option is not available, then the app does not support managing its background app permission. 6. Under the section "Background app permissions," select "Never" from the dropdown list. (external link removed by moderator) Disable Background Apps for all users with Group Policy Editor 1. Enter gpedit.msc into the Run text box by pressing Win + R. 2. Navigate to "Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\App Privacy" 3. Double-click the "Let Windows apps run in the background" policy in the right pane. 4. Select the "Disabled" choice, then select "Apply" and "OK." (external link removed by moderator)How to Bulk Convert HEIC images to JPG on Windows 11 PC?
Surprisingly, the photos taken on my iPhone 13 Pro are saved in .heic format when I connected it to my Windows 11 PC and plan to edit some of them in Photoshop. I have roughly 1000 images on iPhone and would love to learn a fast way to bulk convert .heic to jpg on my PC. [Update] Still receive notification from this thread from time to time. Actually, I installed a few heic converters, the one that finally worked is TunesBro HEIC Converter, suggested by Mohamed857. Here is the step-by-step tutorial (external link removed by moderator) you can check out. Note: Be careful with the first link suggested by KorayKazak. User mldobbs62 reported that he has been charged $39.99 by SoftOrbits Convert HEIC to JPG. Also tried iMazing Converter but the conversion failed on my computer.How to Block a Program from Accessing the Internet Windows 11
1. Launch the Windows Settings app. 2. In the left sidebar, select "Network & internet." 3. Then, Click "Advanced network settings" and choose "Windows Firewall." (external link removed by moderator) 4. Select "Advanced settings" from the center bottom. 5. Select "Outbound Rules" from the left sidebar. 6. Select "New Rule" from the right sidebar. (external link removed by moderator) 7. Select "Program" and then click Next. 8. Browse to the program's path and then click Next. 9. Choose the "Block the connection" option and then click Next. (external link removed by moderator) 10. Regardless, select all three choices and then click Next. 11. Fill in the program's name and description (optional), then click Finish.
Windows 12 as far as i know?
As per this thread created, i got some information about Windows 12, which is: Windows 12 is coming about late 2024 or early 2025. Windows 12 is possibly already show up on Canary Channel although it is not officially confirmed. Several news sources say that HP give a hint if around October 2024, the Windows 11 version 24H2 (or Windows 11 2024 Update) is released, while HP is keep silent about Windows 12, which is possibly Windows 12 will be delayed a bit later after Windows 11 24H2 released. System requirements for Windows 12 is definitely higher than Windows 11. Windows 12 still require TPM 2, Secure Boot support, and processor that capable to use hardware accelerated VBS properly, such as processor that released on 2018 and later. Windows 12 require minimum 8 GB of ram and possibly still same 64 GB disk space, while SSD is becoming a mandatory. Actually, Windows 12 require special hardware named NPU (Neural Processing Unit) for all features in Windows 12 is working properly, but since the NPU is still very expensive to acquire (or basically you need an Intel Core Ultra 5 125U at least), so these requirements should be optional. Information about whether Windows 12 will be a subscription based operating system or not is still unclear, but most speculation says that Windows 12 is not required to subscribe to use. That's it from me. If you got any more further information about Windows 12, you can share here. Thanks to XDA that give me a big overview about Windows 12.
How to remove "Some settings are managed by your organization" on Windows 2019 DC
One of our clients has upgraded their Windows 2012 R2 DC to 2019. The Windows Update shows "Some settings are managed by your organization". They wanders how remove this message. I have tried these. 1. Run gpedit.msc and make sure All Settings are No configured. 2. Run gpedit.msc. Enabled Allow Telemetry wit 3-Full. Then disable. I tries that a couple times and run gpupdate /force. 3. Changing Registry Setting: changed NoToastApplicationNotification vvalue from 1 to 0. 4. Changed Privacy" -> "Feedback & diagnostics from Basic to Full. None of them fixes the problem. Any suggestions?How to Download Windows 11 ISO
How to Download Windows 11 ISO Using Official Website Navigate to the download page for Windows 11 ISO. Scroll down and under the title "Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO)" click the Select Download drop-down and select Windows 11 (multi-edition ISO). To proceed, click the Download button. Select your preferred language by clicking the Choose One drop-down under the title "Select the product language." To proceed, click Confirm. When you click the 64-bit Download button, the ISO file will begin to download. (external link removed by moderator) How to Download Windows 11 ISO Using Media Creation Tool Navigate to the Microsoft Windows 11 download page. To get the setup file, click the Download Now button under the heading "Create Windows 11 Installation Media." Run the MediaCreationToolW11.exe file and choose Yes when prompted by UAC. To accept the terms, click Accept in the Setup window. Check the language and edition you want to use, then click Next to proceed. Select ISO File and click Next in the Choose which media to use section. Choose a location to download and save the ISO file, then click Save.MBR2GPT Disk layout validation failed
When i try to run mbr2gpt /validate /disk:0 /allowFullOS i get the following output MBR2GPT: Attempting to validate disk 0 MBR2GPT: Retrieving layout of disk MBR2GPT: Validating layout, disk sector size is: 512 bytes Disk layout validation failed for disk 0 I read a bit about it, and it seems to not work because disk 0 isnt a system disk, but in my case it is. I am using build 1709
Windows Security won't open on Windows 11
I have tried everything I can think of, I've had two friends who deal with IT problems look at my computer via shared screen with no luck. Since updating to Windows 11 I never noticed Windows Security would not open until recently, it's active and running in the background in Task Manager. I've tried the Powershell and CMD hotfixes, I've reset my PC locally and cloud but I have no restore or recovery points prior to the Windows 11 update. My PC is up to date on all firmware from Microsoft but Windows Security still will not open. Windows Security nor Windows Defender is not listed under my "Installed Apps" or "Default Apps" so I can't try a drop down repair on it. It does show within my Task Manager that there is Windows Defender engine running and in the hidden icons tab it shows Windows Security active. How do you fix this without having to lug your whole PC to a shop?How to Launch Windows 11 without Password
The password's primary aim is to keep prying eyes away from your computer. If you use a local account, you can bypass the login screen and go straight to your Windows desktop every time you power up. However, if you're logged in using a Microsoft account, you must verify yourself at the log-in screen. Contents How to Disable the Password Option in Windows 11 How to Enable the Password Option in Windows 11 How to Add a Picture Password in Windows 11 How to Setup a PIN Authentication System in Windows 11 What is Netplwiz command? Is password required for Windows 11? How to Disable the Password Option in Windows 11 This procedure is just for a local account, not a Microsoft account. Press the Windows key + R at the same time. Enter netplwiz in the Run window search box field. The User Accounts window will open. Select the account you want to use to automatically log in. Check the option that indicates Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer. Click the OK button. Enter your password once, then again to confirm it. Click the OK button. Restart your computer and the login screen password lock will now be skipped and directly opens the desktop. How to Enable the Password Option in Windows 11 Press the Windows key + R at the same time. Enter netplwiz in the Run window search box field. The User Accounts window will open. Select the account you want to disable the password option. Uncheck the option that indicates Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer. Click the OK button. Restart your computer and the login screen password lock will appear. How to Add a Picture Password in Windows 11 On Windows 11, open the Settings app.
Possible to install windows 11 without microsoft account?
Hello tech community members, I'm new to Windows and want to install Windows 11 on a PC given by my dad, but I don't have a Microsoft account and I'm not planning to create one. I've heard that it's possible to bypass the Microsoft account requirement during the installation process, but I'm not sure how to do it. Could anyone provide a step-by-step guide or any tips on how to install Windows 11 without Microsoft account? Any help would be greatly appreciated! [Latest update] Please don't send private message any more as I don't have time replying one by one. If you had the same question, please follow this step-by-step-guide with screenshots to get it done. I already successfully installed Windows 11 on my PC without Microsoft account. You can also contact the support to send you the custom ISO to skip the Microsoft account requirement.
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