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  1. Winhance Update: Enhanced Windows Customization with C# Efficiency

    Winhance, a utility designed to enhance and customize Windows 10 and 11 experiences, has recently undergone a significant transformation. Originally developed as a PowerShell-based graphical user interface (GUI) script, Winhance has been rewritten in C#, marking a pivotal shift in its...
  2. How to Stop or Manage Automatic Restarts After Windows Updates

    Windows users have long grappled with the frustration of unscheduled reboots following system updates, an experience that feels especially jarring compared to the smoother update mechanisms found in many Linux distributions. While Microsoft frames these automatic restarts as essential to...
  3. Resolving DPI Scaling Issues in Windows Server 2022 via RDP & Horizon

    Windows Server 2022 DPI Scaling Issues via RDP & Horizon Windows Server 2022 users have recently encountered a perplexing issue: display scaling anomalies occur whether you’re connecting via RDP or through VMware Horizon (now Omnissa). The anomaly—where visual elements appear either oversized or...
  4. How to Disable Windows Settings Access for Better Security and Control

    It’s a universal truth—give someone access to the Windows Settings app, and suddenly your network environment is less a digital utopia and more a Wild West saloon with keyboard cowboys firing off random configurations. Whether it’s a curious intern, a well-meaning spouse, or that legendary...
  5. How to Fix Windows 11 Context Menu Teleportation Across Multiple Monitors

    If you've ever had the pleasure—or, more accurately, the bafflingly infuriating misfortune—of right-clicking an item in Windows 11 on your primary display only to watch the context menu magically whisk itself over to your secondary monitor, then congratulations: you have entered the elite ranks...
  6. Install Windows 11 on Unsupported PCs: Flyby Tool Guide

    Microsoft's meticulous approach to Windows 11 has drawn the ire of many, particularly due to its stringent installation restrictions. To run Windows 11, your machine must tick various boxes, including having a compatible motherboard that supports Secure Boot and the often-discussed TPM 2.0...
  7. How to Enable and Customize Taskbar App Labels in Windows 11 23H2

    For the longest time, Microsoft treated the Windows Taskbar as if it were the dashboard of a spaceship—clunky, information-rich, and somehow both essential and confusing. Then Windows 11 landed with its super-sleek, minimalist Taskbar, and users around the globe collectively scratched their...
  8. Make Column Headings Permanent in Windows 11 Explorer: Complete Guide

    Below is an in-depth walkthrough of how you can make your heading selections permanent in Windows 11 Explorer—a persistent solution for those of us tired of reconfiguring File Explorer each time we open a new folder. Understanding Explorer’s View Settings and Challenges Windows 11 introduced a...
  9. Reduce Network Drive Delays in Windows 11: Effective Registry Tweaks

    When working with network drives in Windows 11, you might notice that accessing them when they’re idle can introduce a frustrating delay. Many Windows users have faced situations where a mapped network drive takes an unusually long time to respond when reopened—especially after periods of...
  10. Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free on Unsupported PCs: Your Complete Guide

    Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free on Unsupported PCs – Your Ultimate Guide With Windows 10’s sunset looming and security patches set to vanish after October 2025, many Windows users are eagerly eyeing Windows 11 for its enhanced performance, modern interface, and improved security features. For a...
  11. Microsoft Removes Windows 11 Installation Guide for Unsupported Systems

    Microsoft has stirred the tech community once again—a guide on installing Windows 11 on unsupported systems has mysteriously vanished from its official support pages. If you've been harboring dreams of breathing new life into your older Windows 10 machine with the latest Windows 11 OS, you might...
  12. Bypassing TPM 2.0 Requirements for Windows 11 24H2 Upgrade

    With the recent rollout of Windows 11 24H2, officially termed the Windows 11 2024 Update, many eager users have found themselves facing a formidable challenge: the stringent 🤖 requirements mandating TPM 2.0 support. For those caught in this predicament, fret not, as a potential workaround has...
  13. Upgrade Windows 11 on Older PCs: User Workarounds and Risks

    In an era where tech companies dictate the terms of hardware compatibility like a stern gatekeeper, many users are refusing to back down against the odds. Microsoft's strict requirements for Windows 11 have become a significant barrier for those attempting to bring their aging machines into the...
  14. Microsoft Blocks Popular Windows 11 Installation Method for Unsupported PCs

    In recent news, Microsoft has officially prevented users from employing one of the most popular methods to install Windows 11 on unsupported computers. This comes as a blow to many users and system administrators who have been using this workaround to bypass restrictive hardware requirements...
  15. Transform Your Windows 11: Step-by-Step Guide to a Fully Black Start Menu and Taskbar

    With the rising trend of customization among Windows enthusiasts, especially in Windows 11, many users are seeking ways to personalize their interface further than just the default dark mode. A common request among users is for a completely black Start menu and taskbar. While Microsoft does...
  16. Upgrade Your Older PC to Windows 11: How to Overcome Compatibility Issues

    Are you contemplating upgrading your old PC to Windows 11 but are worried about facing potential compatibility issues? Despite Microsoft's official stance suggesting certain hardware limitations, many users have found that it is still possible to upgrade to Windows 11, even if your PC is deemed...
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    Windows 10 How to Globally Set DPI Scaling to 100% on Windows 10 Dual Display Setup

    Hi, I've recently moved a specialist PC which is used in our college radio studio from Windows 7 to Windows 10. Everything has gone well, but for the exception of dual display. This PC has two mirrored displays; a 22-inch and a 40-inch. The 22-inch display is the main PC monitor and the 40-inch...
  18. A driver update cures slow Windows 7 shutdowns

    There are as many potential solutions for interminable PC shutdowns as there are potential causes, so it's best to start simple before resorting to Registry tweaks and complex diagnostics. Originally posted at How To More...
  19. RT Se7en Lite Beta - Features and Information : Rockers Team Effort

    RT Se7en Lite - Features and Information The following contents will describe, what RT Se7en Lite can do with windows 7 operating system? Integration Components removal Tweaks Unattended installation Customization Create Bootable ISO or DVD INTEGRATION: You can Integrate windows updates like...
  20. Windows 7 One more DVD won't work

    I see numerous CD/DVD threads here and mine is similar but somewhat different from any of the others, so I will start an additional thread. I have a home built computer with a Biostar 945GZ Micro 775 Motherboard (Intel 945GZ an ICH7/R chipset), Pentium D 830 3GHz Processor, 2 GB ram, 250 GB...