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This update also includes other fixes and improvements for the operating system but comes with a few issues as well. Let us discuss these features and improvements in detail before learning to upgrade to this build. New in Windows 11 Build 25169 Multi-App Kiosk Mode This feature allows administrators to allow only certain applications to run on a Windows 11 computer while blocking all other operations. This enables the user to create multiple different apps and access configurations for different user types, all on a single device....

It can be frustrating to first remove an item and then have to remove it again from the Recycle Bin, just so you can create some free space. To avoid this, you can permanently delete an item. Of course, the items that are permanently deleted are unrecoverable, but we are usually aware that certain items will never be needed again. Thus, permanently removing them won’t be an issue. One way of permanently deleting an item on a Windows PC is by pressing the Shift + Delete hotkeys simultaneously, which will permanently delete a selected item....

I am providing 3 easy ways to move your installed programs to another location in Windows 10, so you may have free space for upcoming installations on C drive. Kindly follow the below steps. SteamMover SteamMover is a program to move your games, files, and folders of the installed programs to another location and free up your disk space if you are having low or less space on any particular drive....

Personalizing the computer name becomes more important when you want to access and share network items. Making the computer name easier to remember makes it easier to access. For example, I keep my computer name itechtics-pc which is easier to remember for me. Let us discuss how you can rename your local and remote computer on the network/domain through different ways in Windows 10. How to change local computer name Changing your computer name from something complicated to a bit more descriptive is always helpful....

Most professional vector graphic designers use Adobe Illustrator to create and modify vector images as it is considered to be one of the most advanced tools out there. This tool can be used to create icons, logos, diagrams, charts, posters, sketches, website graphics, and other complex illustrations. However, the tool costs a whopping $20.99 per month to use. This can be used if you are working for a multinational corporation that carries the cost burdens....

In this article, we discuss what AHCI and RAID are, how are they different, and which one you ought to select to maximize the system performance. SATA Operation Protocols “SATA operation” is a configuration you will likely encounter when browsing through your BIOS/UEFI settings. Serial ATA (SATA) is a hard disk interface that also defines the protocol your system uses to transfer data to and from the hard disk. Within the “SATA Operations” setting, you can choose from one of the following options:...

Microsoft Power Automate is used to create an automated process that executes a task when an event is triggered. It can be connected to a number of different applications so that an event in one app will trigger output in another. Introduced in 2019, Power Automate has many additional features that make it an even more powerful admin tool. One of the most important of these features is the Robotic Process Automation (RPA), which has been specifically designed for legacy apps that have incomplete APIs, are not user friendly, or their APIs are unavailable from the start....

That said, critics are still frustrated that the issues affecting their devices still need to be addressed, but AMD has failed to comment on it in a post on Reddit. Let us take a closer look at this Adrenalin update. Download AMD Adrenalin 22.10.1 If you have supported AMD hardware on your PC, then you can download AMD Adrenalin Edition 22.10.1 for Windows 10 and 11 by clicking on the link below:...

This update does not include any new features for the OS, but plenty of fixes. The table below indicates what the build of your OS will be after installing KB5016616: Since this is a cumulative update, it includes all the fixes and improvements introduced with KB5015878 which was released earlier as an optional “type D” update, plus several new fixes. Let us now discuss the improvements as well as the issues before proceeding to learn how to install this update....

To upgrade to the latest version of Google Chrome, you can follow the method provided in this blog, or use one of the direct download links provided. Let us remind you that Google switched from a 6-week release cycle to a 4-week release cycle. Meaning, a newer version of Google Chrome will be released to the public every 4 weeks. The announcement was made back in March 2021. This approach will keep users more protected than before, allowing the Chrome browser to update its security patch quicker....

What’s new in Java 10 Introduction of var keyword This is especially for developers. Now developers don’t have to define the variable types explicitly. They can use the var keyword and the compiler is smart enough to judge which type is defined in the variable contents. What’s new in Java 10 Introduction of var keyword Garbage collector improvements Application class data sharing improvements Single repository Javah removed Heap collection Startup times API improvements Multiple stylesheets Expiry Date Check installed version of Java Java 10 full installers For Java 10 JRE For Java 10 JDK...

This update introduces a number of fixes and improvements to your operating system and upgrades its build to 19042.844. What’s new in KB4601382 (19042.844) for v20H2 The update package KB4601382 does not add any new features to Windows, only some enhancements to existing features. The update, however, fixes a lot of new issues discovered during testing. Here is a list of what was improved on this new release: What’s new in KB4601382 (19042....

Opera is an all-in-one browser which has built-in features like free VPN, instant search, personal news, battery saver and enhanced user interface which is highly customizable. Opera 56 brings in features like video pop out volume controls, scroll to top for tabs, zoom level indicator and enhanced settings. Let’s discuss about the new features of Opera 56 and then go directly to Opera 56 final version offline installers direct download links....

As per the official announcement, no further security policy enforcement is required at the moment. However, this Baseline includes 6 new computer settings and 6 new user settings, which are discussed further down this post. That said, the security baseline for Edge 98 is still Microsoft’s recommended version. Download and Install Security Baseline for Microsoft Edge 106 Use the guide below to download and install the new Security Baseline for Microsoft Edge....

This release does not introduce any new features to Edge. However, this update includes 17 new computer settings and 12 new user settings, which are discussed further down this post. That said, the security baseline for Edge 98 is still Microsoft’s recommended version. This baseline is not only effective for network and sysadmins, but also for regular users. Continue to read through this post and learn how to install it....

If you have already Firefox installed on your computer, then you may not be able to update it using the update function immediately, since Mozilla will be rolling that out gradually. However, you can still upgrade it by downloading version 106 from the links provided below. Since Mozilla has not published any release notes at the moment, we are not entirely sure of what this release includes. However, we do have a gist through the previous Beta releases....

The ISO files for this build are not available for download or fresh installation. Therefore, you must download either the Windows 11 stable build or the Windows 11 beta build from Microsoft, install it and upgrade it to build 22000.282 via Windows Update. Given the large number of performance improvements in this release, it is likely to be included in the November 2021 Patch Tuesday update. If your system doesn’t meet Windows 11’s system requirements, you will not be able to install the latest beta or Release Preview version....

This is because that particular command requires higher privileges which can be achieved by running the Command Prompt or the PowerShell with Administrative Rights. This is also called running PowerShell with elevated PowerShell prompt. Running Command Prompt and PowerShell with Administrative Rights The Conventional Way Using a keyboard shortcut Always Open with Administrative Privileges It is important to understand that all commands that can be executed with Standard Privileges can also be executed with Administrative privileges....

Not too long ago, Google changed its settings and no longer allows you to manually choose your default Google account. It now selects a default account for you which is the one you initially sign in with. Whichever account you log in with first automatically becomes the default account. This article discusses how you can change your default Google account in Chrome on your Windows PC, Android phone, and iPhone (iOS)....

As with every electronic device, hard drives tend to fail due to their age or wear and tear, losing your data forever. It would be to your advantage to know how long your hard drive(s) will last, so you can migrate your data to another drive, replace them in time, and save your data. This is why modern hard drives have a feature named S.M.A.R.T, or SMART, which is an acronym for “Self-Monitoring-Analysis and Reporting Technology....