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Files left behind after uninstalling Windows 11 applications require cleaning up
After uninstalling applications, residual files often remain in locations like AppData. It is recommended that the system or app store should automatically clean these up during the uninstallation process to avoid the need for users to delete them manually.
False monitor disconnects after screen turns off
A friend has a Beelink U59 computer running Window 11 Pro, fully updated including drivers. It is connected to a Hisense Fire TV model 43QD65NF running Fire OS 7.7.1.1 (latest), used only as a monitor, via HDMI. Resolution is set to 3840x2160 at 60 Hz. System is set to turn off screen after 10 minutes, not ever sleeping or hibernating. When the screen turns off, the monitor displays "no signal" then powers off after a few minutes, as expected. But until the monitor turns off, the system plays (through speakers connected via the 3.5 mm jack) obnoxious beeps about every 20 seconds, apparently because the system sees the monitor as being repeatedly disconnected and reconnected. During this time, if the monitor is powered off manually, the beeping stops and all is well. Trying the other HDMI output (this computer has two, though only one is being used) did not help, nor did trying another HDMI cable or a different HDMI input on the monitor. A Mac M1 Mini was previously connected to this monitor and caused no trouble. Is there a setting or update that might correct this issue?Download Windows 11 24H2 ISO 64 bit for a clean reinstall?
I need to reinstall Windows 11 24H2 on my desktop PC, but I'm having trouble finding a reliable place to download the ISO file. I checked the Microsoft website, but it seems a bit confusing and I'm not sure if the version available there is actually the Windows 11 24H2 ISO or an older build. I want to do a clean installation using a bootable USB drive. Does anyone know the best source for Windows 11 24H2 ISO download? I don't want to download the file from some random sources as it might be not safe!Internal RDP vs Self-Hosted RustDesk
Hi everyone, I am looking for some guidance and real-world experiences around choosing the best approach for remote access in a Windows environment. Right now, we are considering two main options: - Continue using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), but strictly for internal use only (no direct exposure to the public internet). - Deploy a self-hosted instance of RustDesk as an alternative or complement to RDP for remote access and remote support. Our main concern is security. RDP has historically been a common attack vector, especially when exposed externally or misconfigured, and we want to avoid introducing unnecessary risk to our endpoints. Even if we restrict RDP to internal networks or VPN-only access, we are still cautious about potential vulnerabilities, credential theft, lateral movement, and abuse of remote access. What we are trying to understand better is: 1. In environments where RDP is used only inside the LAN or over VPN (no open RDP from the internet), what are the recommended hardening practices and controls you would consider mandatory today? Examples might include: Network Level Authentication (NLA), strong account policies, just-in-time access, firewall restrictions, RDP Gateway, MFA, monitoring/logging, etc. 2. From a security and operational perspective, is it generally considered acceptable to keep RDP enabled only for internal administrative tasks, while avoiding using RDP for end-user remote support scenarios? 3. For those who have deployed self-hosted RustDesk (or similar remote support tools) in a Windows/Active Directory environment, how has it compared to RDP in terms of: - Security model (encryption, authentication, access control, exposure to the internet) - Ease of deployment and maintenance - User experience and performance - Logging, auditing, and integration with existing security monitoring 4. Are there any best practices or architectural patterns you would recommend when combining these approaches? For example: - Keeping RDP only on jump servers / bastion hosts inside the network - Using RustDesk (self-hosted) for remote support and helpdesk use cases - Enforcing least privilege, MFA, and strong authentication for all remote access paths - Segmentation and limiting which machines are even allowed to receive RDP connections 5. Have you encountered any specific security pitfalls, misconfigurations, or "gotchas" when relying on RDP internally or when rolling out RustDesk self-hosted that we should be aware of before committing to a design? Our goal is to design a remote access strategy that: - Minimizes attack surface and reduces the likelihood of compromise via remote access. - Separates administrative access from end-user remote support where it makes sense. - Remains manageable for a small IT/security team in terms of configuration, patching, and monitoring. If you have any references to Microsoft documentation, hardening guides, or community best practices for RDP (especially internal-only scenarios), as well as any detailed write-ups or lessons learned from using RustDesk self-hosted in production, those would be extremely helpful. Thank you in advance for any guidance, recommendations, or examples you can share. Best regards, JuanHow to globally restore the old compact context menu in Windows 11?
In some applications, the old white compact right-click menu can still be seen, displaying more options in a dense layout. Is there a way to forcibly enable this old menu in all windows (especially File Explorer), instead of the new one?Quel est le meilleur téléchargeur Spotify pour Windows PC en 2026 ?
J’utilise Spotify depuis longtemps sur mon PC Windows, mais je voudrais télécharger certaines chansons pour les écouter hors ligne en format MP3 ou les transférer vers d’autres appareils. Je sais que Spotify Premium permet l’écoute hors ligne dans l’application, mais les fichiers ne peuvent pas être utilisés ailleurs. Je cherche donc un bon téléchargeur Spotify pour Windows qui puisse enregistrer des chansons, playlists ou albums Spotify sur mon ordinateur. Idéalement, il devrait permettre de convertir la musique en MP3, FLAC ou WAV tout en conservant une bonne qualité audio et les informations ID3. Avez-vous déjà utilisé un téléchargeur Spotify fiable sur Windows ?
KB5077241 broke wifi (Windows on Arm)
Installed the KB5077241 yesterday on my Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x running Windows On Arm (Qualcomm Snapdragon X elite). Windows 11 25H2 Pro. After the install and reboot wifi no longer works. Device manager shows the wifi card as working. But the wifi button in task bar is gone. There is nowhere to choose show networks etc. Uninstalled the update and everything works again
Import Firefox bookmarks and passwords into Chrome
Good morning I'm running Windows 11 and I would like to import my Firefox passwords and favorites into Chrome (I have the latest two versions of these browsers). The problem is that in "Import" (under Chrome), I don't have Firefox How to do it please?Safe and fast way for macos monterey dmg download?
Bought an 2017 iMac. Currently, I have wiped the internal SSD want to reinstall macOS Monterey on it. I know the first step is to find a working bootable dmg file in order to make a bootable usb drive from it. However, I searched on the web and most of the Google Drive and One Drive download links are no longer working. If you know a safe place for macOS Monterey dmg download, please don't hesitate to share it here. Thanks
How do I uninstall ms edge from my computer?
I heard that following the EU's digital thing that m$ had aligned itself with European law and that therefore they had to make all Windows 10 & bloatware uninstallable 11 following the February 2024 update this should be the case my PC is up to date but yet I cannot, for example, uninstall m$ edge or even support for widgets that I never use and other bloatware from Microsoft so how to do it please?
Can't opt out of insider
Hello, I've recently enrolled in the Windows Insider Program. Now I want to exit the program. I want to exit with the toggle that automatically opts out when the next official release is available but I cant use it. How can I set everything up so this works? Thanks in advance :)
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