The Local Security Policy Manager, which can be quickly accessed by typing in secpol.msc in the Run Command box, is used to administer different security parameters of the computer. It is a subset of local group policy editor and works in a similar way. Since the manager is missing the Windows 11 Home edition, we will show you how to enable it. If you try accessing it right now, you will get the following error message: The Local Security Policy Manager is a sub-applet of Group Policy Management, which is located in the “C:\Windows\System32” folder....

If you have come across a BSoD with the error message “System thread exception not handled,” then this post is for you. Let’s go through the reasons behind this error message and its possible solutions. Why does the “System thread exception not handled” BSoD occur? As understood over time, a BSoD occurs when the system encounters an error it cannot handle and does not know what to do, thus resulting in the system crashing or shutting down, so that no further software or hardware is damaged by it....

The Recycle Bin in Windows is like a digital trash can but within your own proximity. Meaning, you may dump something in it, which may still be recoverable after some time, up until the trash is taken out. This post addresses how you can manage your Recycle Bin’s characteristics to make your operating system more understanding towards you deleting files that may be too big for it. How Recycle Bin decides which files to permanently delete?...

This happens when the monitor is not receiving a signal from the computer to put on a display, which can be due to many reasons, or one of the many associated hardware has malfunctioned. You may also be experiencing a display for a short while, but then the monitor goes to sleep. If you are experiencing such problems with your computer, no need to panic (just yet). There are a bunch of mitigation methods using which you can resolve the problem and restore your screen’s display....

They either get left behind, gradually taking up more and more space on the hard drive, or cause issues for the newer Windows updates to install. Either way, there may come a time when you will need to manually clear out this folder and make space for new files. But is safe to do so, or will it corrupt your operating system? In this article, we discuss whether or not it is safe to clean up the SoftwareDistribution folder, and if it is, how to do it?...

In order to simplify this process, internet browsers provided the user with the option of saving their credit card information locally within the browser. As a result, individuals no longer have to enter complete information, but rather simply their CVC number or some sort of biometric verification, and the transaction is completed instantly. Nevertheless, you may need to either edit or remove your saved credit card information at some point in the future....

This article gives different methods you can configure your Windows OS to automatically shut down, regardless of its state or processes running at that particular moment. There are 2 main methods to configure your PC to turn off automatically: Why Schedule an Automatic Shutdown How to Automate Windows Shut Down Using the CLI (Run Command, Command Prompt, PowerShell) Using Task Scheduler Closing Words Using the Windows Command Line Interface (CLI), which includes the Command Prompt, Windows PowerShell, and the Run Command box....

Service Packs or SP? But before downloading, lets clear out some concepts. Microsoft service packs are updates to their current products which include all the fixes and updates from the last year. In addition to the fixes, the service packs also include certain new features to enhance the functionality of the product. Service Pack is usually abbreviated as SP. Which Service Pack is installed currently? You can see the service pack installed with Office by going to Programs and Features and View Windows Updates....

AMD processors are innovative, high-performing, and good value, making them the processor of choice for many. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the world of processors, this ultimate guide will take you on a journey through the ins and outs of AMD processors, revealing everything you need to know to make an informed decision about your next computing purchase. What Are AMD Processors? AMD processors have come a long way since their inception....

Even after waiting for prolonged hours, users have reported that their computer is still rebooting and nothing is happening. So what should you do in such a situation since Windows often recommends that you do not unplug or turn off the computer in case of a Windows update? In this post, you will find several solutions to the freezing and reboot-loop issues that work. Determine the Screen Causing the Reboot Before we begin discussing the potential solutions for your system freezing on the restart screen or computer automatically rebooting, you must first determine at which point the computer is stuck/rebooting....

While the stable version of Windows 10 21H1 will be released in Spring 2021, this is the second update released for 21H1. Improvements and fixes Ths improvements and fixes included in version 21H1 are the same as mentioned in the 20H2 update post. Even the Knowledge Base help article is the same, KB5000802. Here are the fixed mentioned on the Windows blog: How to upgrade to Windows 10 21H1 Build 19043....

Let us see how the improvements have impacted the operating system and the user experience. We have also highlighted the known issues of the build, using which you can make an informed decision on whether or not it is the right time to update your OS. Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22538 Voice Access Updated Voice Access allows you to perform tasks on your computer using just your voice. Microsoft has now added the ability to type from a touch keyboard using voice access....

With that said, we would also like to remind our audience that you can now no longer switch to the Beta channel from the Dev channel since they are both now separately again. Build 25120 introduced one new experimental feature, along with several fixes. However, it still has a few known issues that you should consider before installing this release. Furthermore, Microsoft has also released its ISO image, which you can download using the given guide below, then use it to perform a clean install....

Build 25211 comes with a few interesting feature releases. It seems like Microsoft is finally listening to the community and fixing the issues. For example, the Task Manager is back in the taskbar context menu, which we were so used to. Windows 11 Build 25211 also separates Widget settings from the Widget picker. We’ll talk about this in this article. Let’s begin by exploring the new and improved features and functionalities included in this build of Windows 11....

With build 25217, developers can now create 3rd party widgets with the help of WinAppSDK1.2 Preview 2. Moreover, the Microsoft Teams’ Chat icon in the taskbar has been improved to include a new video calling experience for the users. This flight also includes a plethora of fixes and input changes. Let us closer look into the new features offered in this flight. Windows 11 22H2 Build 25217 Summary Here are some of the important details about this build for Windows 11....

We bring you 3 ways through which you can create a dummy file of any size, at any location within your storage spaces, with any extension (file type) of your choosing. Continue reading the article to learn how to do so using just the Command-Line. Dummy file requirements You must first decide what type of dummy files you require. Here, you need to focus on 3 aspects: Dummy file requirements How to create a dummy test file of any size in Windows 10 Create an empty dummy test file of any size using Command Prompt Create dummy test file of any size with content using Command Prompt Create an empty dummy test file of any size using PowerShell Closing words...

This error may arise due to the insecure connection of SSL between your System and Server. And maybe your SSL certificate gets expired. Or the error came when you try to open web pages which started with https, not with HTTP. In this tutorial, I am going to give you easy and simple ways to stay away from this error. Apply any suitable solution and throw out the error. Please note that if you are getting a site inaccessible error, you should probably take steps to fix site can’t be reached in Chrome....

When we look at the market share of both types of RAMs, DDR4 is not backward compatible and is only available for Intel’s X99 platform. One interesting thing to note here is that DDR4 does not give a performance boost for Gaming PCs. Before we dig into the key differences, let us give you a glimpse of their comparison: Let’s go through the comparison bit by bit and then conclude at the end....

One annoying activity of Windows updates is that users have to restart their system to complete the update process. If not configured properly, Windows will restart at its own scheduled time even without notifying the user. After the restart, sometimes Windows 10 takes a lot of time to update the system. If you are in a hurry and want to restart the system without waiting for the updates to install, Microsoft does not give you any option....

Chrome 79 comes with exciting new security features like real-time phishing protection and password check and performance features like tab freezing, virtual reality, cross-platform clipboard, etc. A total of 51 vulnerabilities have been fixed along with these new features. Let’s first see how we can download and upgrade to Chrome 79 and then we’ll talk about the new features and how to use them in detail. Upgrade to Chrome 79 If you have already installed Chrome on your system, updating it to the latest version is easy....