By default, when a user is working on something important, Windows is likely to restart automatically once the updates have been installed. Due to this sudden restart, the user may lose important unsaved work. Installing updates may not be as straightforward as it appears. The system may become unstable after some updates. Most of the time, Microsoft will provide a workaround but sometimes the user will have no other option but to reinstall the entire operating system....

The Enhanced Session mode in Hyper-V is a special connection mode for the VM that allows enhanced features, like clipboard sharing, local printer, USB device access, etc. In this article, we are going to discuss exactly what the Enhanced Session mode is capable of, and how to enable or disable it across different VMs in Hyper-V. What is Enhanced Session in Hyper-V If you are a sysadmin or someone aware of virtualization technologies, then you must surely know what Hyper-V is....

However, some individuals prefer disabling the JavaScript support from their browsers so it is not loaded at all. This is done due to several different factors. Below we discuss why disabling JavaScript may be beneficial for you, and how to do it in different popular web browsers. Why Disable JavaScript JavaScript controls how the content of a website is displayed and brought up in front of you. For example, developers can add 2D and 3D animations to a website using JavaScript, add interactive maps, display drop-down menus, display timers, and much more....

This information can be determined in Windows 10 and 11 without having to use third-party software. This post discusses various methods for finding the above-mentioned information using the built-in tools and utilities in Windows. Whether you have a desktop computer or a laptop, the methods discussed in this post are valid for both. How to Check Laptop/Computer Specs Generally, the specifications of the different components within a laptop or a desktop computer can be found through various tools, individually....

On the other hand, if you download an ISO file directly from Microsoft, you will see relevantly descriptive names, such as “en_windows_11_pro_22000_x64.iso.” Such names somewhat describe the product inside the ISO, as its version, edition, build, and bit architecture. Installing Windows from an old ISO file means that you will then need to install the pending Windows updates as well to experience the new features. Therefore, it is better to know which Windows version and build will be installed before you even start the process....

However, users have often reported seeing an error message pop up the moment they begin using the Fn key on an HP laptop. The error is as follows: After this error message, the user realizes that they are unable to use any or some of the function keys and have to opt to perform the task using the conventional way. Moreover, there are also reports that the provided link to download “HP Software Framework” is also broken....

Don’t worry, issues like these can usually be resolved in no time. We are here to guide you through several solutions that you can apply to resolve the said problem. First, let us see what error message this occurs in the first place. Why “Reboot and select proper boot device” error occurs Once you shut down your PC normally and the next day when you try to boot it up again, you are confronted with a black screen asking you to select a boot device....

Why are these features not included in Windows 10 N Edition? This is because of European laws. N stands for No Media. European competition authorities forbid companies to package media products inside of Windows to make sure other media companies can compete with Microsoft on the Windows platform. The story is similar in the case of Windows 10 KN Edition. Microsoft abides by the Korean laws and does not add the multimedia functionality by default in Windows....

By default, Windows 11 updates its root certificate over the internet through Windows Update at least once a week through a Trusted Root Certificate List (CTL). However, if your device is not connected to the internet, certificates will likely expire over time, thus causing certain scripts and applications to not function properly, or experience problems while browsing the internet. Let us help you avoid this problem by showing you how to update your system’s Root Certificates....

Adjust program affinity We can also customize each process within Windows 10 to utilize only specific CPU cores while leaving the others for the other processes to execute simultaneously. This can be used to optimize CPU utilization, but only if handled carefully. Adjust program affinity Limit overall CPU utilization Useful tasks for further CPU optimization End/Kill all non-essential applications, processes, and files End process utilizing maximum CPU Automatically adjust your Windows for maximum performance Disable auto-starting applications Delete Pagefile Perform a general service of the hardware...

Let us dig in further to see how you can install WuMgr and how to use it for selective purposes. Install Windows updates using Update Manager for Windows Once you have installed the app, or have the portable version of the Update Manager, you can begin installing Windows updates, if any are available. Here is how to do so. Install Windows updates using Update Manager for Windows Uninstall Windows updates using Update Manager for Windows Hide Windows updates using Update manager for Windows Download and install WuMgr Closing words...

Windows 10 Setup Script is a PowerShell script that can disable a lot of unnecessary features without affecting the functionality of the Operating System. All users want their computer to run as smoothly as possible, with the best speed, performance, and features. The Windows 10 Setup Script is especially useful for users who have just installed Windows 10. Right now, this script is only made for the following versions of Windows 10:...

With the additional functionality that is provided by the NTFS permissions, its configuration is very complex that can lead to administration headaches. While managing your permissions on the top-level directories sometimes goes inaccurate, and this inaccuracy will force the sub-directories to change, which causes issues. So, to avoid this kind of situation, it is always recommended to backup folder permissions before making any changes to the NTFS or sharing settings....

The new Microsoft Defender Preview still seems to be in the very early stages of development. The app will not be usable if you install it on your system now. It requires a Microsoft employee ID to be able to login and run the application. Looking at the application, it seems that Microsoft intends to separate the security components of Microsoft Defender. Currently, the Defender app (accessible from the Settings app) includes an antivirus, firewall, app & browser control and family safety options....

The apps included in Windows Essentials are: Let’s discuss the best alternatives to these applications: Alternative to Mail MailBird MailBird is the amazing desktop client for Windows and can easily use for the alternative of Microsoft Essentials’ Mail. This makes your email easy and beautiful. You can manage multiple accounts with the MailBird App. Alternative to Mail MailBird Alternative of Photo Gallery IrfanView Alternative of Movie Maker VideoLAN Movie Creator Alternate to Parental Control Software K9 Web Protection Alternative to OneDrive Alternative to Windows Live Writer...

With many bug fixes and improvements, Microsoft has also decided to change the branch from which they release their Insider preview builds. Hence, you may notice that this build is being released from the FE_RELEASE branch instead of the previous MN_RELEASE branch, mentioned in the Windows Update, when downloading the new build. Let’s dig in further to see what the new build brings along. What’s new in Windows 10 Preview Build 20246 Microsoft shifts to new branch for Insider Preview releases As mentioned above, Microsoft has decided to move to a new branch to manage its Dev Channel releases known as the FE_RELEASE....

Let us see what improvements have been made in this new build for which Microsoft had to release a new one just a week later. What’s new in Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 21292 There are no new features in this build, and it would be too early to expect any anyway. Nonetheless, Microsoft has made a lot of fixes to the previously introduced news and interests in the Taskbar....

This update for Windows does not include any new features, but fixes a bunch of issues. Along with that, Microsoft has focused on enhancing the user experience by making the tools which they commonly use, such as File Explorer, more convenient to use. Let us see how the improvements have impacted the operating system and the user experience. Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22526 Quicker Indexing in File Explorer Microsoft is currently “experimenting” with the full-screen menu you see while using the ALT + Tab shortcut keys to switch between different windows/apps....

The highlight of this update is that the users can now rearrange the System Tray icons as per their preferences. Moreover, this update also includes several updates for the Windows 11 OS. The users who landed in the group receiving the update 22623 will have the new features enabled by default, while the features in the 22621 update will be disabled. Reminder: The users who landed in the group with new features disabled by default (Build 22621) can check for updates manually and choose to install the update that will have the features enabled (Build 22623)....

Recently Microsoft announced an open-source version of .NET which means that now .NET can be made available to other platforms as well like Linux and Mac. What is .NET Framework? The .NET Framework is a software development framework developed by Microsoft. It includes a large library of pre-coded solutions that developers can use to create applications for Windows, web, and mobile devices. The framework provides a programming model, a runtime, and tools to create and run applications....