by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
S Mode in Windows 11 is a locked-down configuration that restricts app installation to the Microsoft Store only — blocking all third-party .exe and .msi installers. It improves security by preventing unauthorized software from running, but limits flexibility. Once you...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
The tracert (Trace Route) command on Windows traces the network path packets take from your PC to a destination — revealing every router hop along the way. It works by sending ICMP packets with increasing TTL (Time To Live) values — each router along the path...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
The sfc (System File Checker) command scans all protected Windows system files and automatically replaces corrupt or missing ones from a compressed backup cache. Random crashes, Blue Screen of Death errors, and unexpected system behavior are often caused by corrupt...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
While browsing you may face a situation where the displayed text is too large or an image that requires a broader view on Microsoft Windows. For instance, a suitable zoom is required to easily navigate but if you’re zoomed in, it could be harder for you to navigate...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
In today’s fast-paced world, time is key and when it comes to sharing files over the internet, you can get irritated because you have to wait. But what if I tell you that you can reduce the size of your files without compromising their integrity? Yes! You can do it...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
The chkdsk (Check Disk) utility is a built-in Windows command that scans hard drives for file system errors, bad sectors, and corrupt data, then repairs them. Run it from Command Prompt as Administrator, via File Explorer drive properties, or the Windows Recovery...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
Uninstalling apps on Windows 10 removes them from your system along with their programs list entries — freeing disk space and stopping unnecessary background activity. Windows 10 offers six methods to uninstall apps: the Start Menu, Settings app, Control Panel,...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is firmware embedded in your motherboard that controls hardware initialization before Windows loads. You access it to change boot order, enable Secure Boot, or configure hardware settings. In Windows 11, you can reach the BIOS...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
A factory reset reinstalls Windows from scratch — wiping all apps, personal files, and settings, and replacing them with a clean copy downloaded from Microsoft’s servers. Use it when your Windows 10 PC has persistent slowdowns, crashes, malware, or corruption...
by Michael Stolzer | Mar 29, 2024 | Windows
Secure Boot is a UEFI firmware security feature that verifies the digital signatures of boot files — preventing boot-level malware called boot kits from loading before Windows starts. Windows 11 requires Secure Boot to be enabled. If it’s currently off,...
