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    File System auditing - Event ID 4663 not logging

    Hello, I hope someone can help with this issue. I have a requirement to configure file system logging on my windows file server and I have setup the security policy to track file system object access but I am not getting Event ID 4663 (An attempt was made to access an object). These are the...
  2. Understanding the Windows Registry: Importance and Evolution Explained

    The term "Registry" has long been dreaded by many Windows users, often evoking images of intricate settings and the potential for disastrous mistakes. Yet, this foundational Windows element is more than just an intimidating database; it’s a testament to the evolution of how applications manage...
  3. 7 Essential Tips to Boost Your Windows 11 Performance

    Introduction In the fast-paced digital world we inhabit, efficiency is king. For the vast majority of users navigating the modern space of technology, Windows 11 has emerged as the operating system of choice, luring in users with its sleek design and user-centric features. However, even the best...
  4. Windows 10 Update KB5045594: New Features and Enhancements

    Published on: October 15, 2024 In a continual push to unify the experience across its operating systems, Microsoft has rolled out the KB5045594 update for Windows 10, labeled as Build 19045.5070. This update includes features reminiscent of the Windows 11 interface and functionality, signaling...
  5. How to Pin Control Panel in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    In a world where settings are increasingly tucked away behind sleek interfaces, many Windows users still cherish the classic Control Panel like it's an old friend. The Control Panel remains an essential tool for managing advanced system settings in Windows 11, despite Microsoft’s push toward a...
  6. Auto user login fails. Messe up Pwd

    Can someone explain to me how I can deactivate or delete one of my Autostart users as an Admin? My problem is that every time I start Win11, I am told that the pwd for my auto-username login is incorrect. I can get into the system with a different Admin UserId and Pwd. However, I cannot...
  7. Unlocking Windows Settings: Discover the Power of Super God Mode

    In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows operating systems, navigating settings can often feel like a labyrinth, especially for less technically inclined users. This challenge has spurred the creation of numerous tools and shortcuts aimed at simplifying the user's experience. Recently, the...
  8. How to Disable Fast Startup in Windows 11 for Improved Boot Options

    Fast Startup is a feature in Windows 11 that enhances the boot-up time when shutting down your computer. This technology, which has roots in older Windows versions, combines the traditional shutdown process with hibernation, allowing for quicker recovery times. However, while this feature can be...
  9. Mastering Virtual Memory Management in Windows 11 for Optimal Performance

    In the realm of Windows computing, understanding and managing virtual memory is essential for achieving optimal performance, particularly for power users and gamers. For those navigating the dynamic features of Windows 11, effectively managing virtual memory can yield a significant boost...
  10. Windows 11 File Explorer initializing without prompt.

    Hi Everybody, I wonder if someone might suggest a fix and perhaps even a reason why this happens: File Explorer will start without a noticeable promt. Often when I click on an app from the taskbar, the file explorer will first start. Then the program selected will load. Several times, when I...
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    Ease of access popup at each startup

    Hi, I'm having this problem that I cannot solve. After a week or so after installing windows 10 for the first time, clean format, latest version from Microsoft site, at every login this darn popup with ease of access keeps showing up and I have no way of getting rid of other then pressing...
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    Hyper-V Os Selection

    Greetings and happy belated Christmas. I need experts on Hyper-V technology. Here is the problem I am having. I have a customer that works connecting his laptops to cars so they can be enhanced in the way the owner wants. Someone tried to install a software in his laptop and for some reason...
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    Windows 11 at startup: Requested operation requires elevation.

    I have the very old Lotus SmartSuite installed on Windows 11 and the functions I need work fine in Windows XP compatibility. What doesn't work is starting SmartCenter at startup. It worked on Windows 10, but doesn't start on Windows 11 when in the Startup programs. I added the SmartCenter...
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    Windows 11 Laptop missing option to disable change brightness based on content

    I am missing the change brightness based on content option within settings -> system -> display -> brightness -> change brightness based on content. I am on an MSI laptop with the Windows 11 version that shipped with the laptop. Would anyone know why change brightness based on content is not...
  15. Exciting Updates in Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.575 & 22622.575

    Hello WindowsForum.com members! Microsoft has just rolled out the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.575 and 22622.575 (KB5016694) to the Beta Channel. These updates bring exciting new features and critical fixes that enhance the overall user experience. Key Highlights Build...
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    How to restrict all apps access except certain ones for a user

    Hello all, As the title suggests I'm looking to restrict all access to basically everything except certain applications like games. Also I'd like to know if that may affect the game? Like will it run normally with no issue since everything is restricted on this user? Another question if this...
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    Alarms are suddenly not functioning correctly

    Hello Windows 10 64-bit I use a lot of alarms every day - I need the messages to pop up and sound an alert. Occasionally alarms gave problems but then would resume normal function after a while. However, this time they seem permanently broken. I hear the alert sounds at the correct time but...
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    Screen Saver Win 10 not working

    Hello all. I had an issue with the screen stopped working some months ago after what I thought caused by a Win update. This weekend I had to do a complete reinstall after BSOD so now with all updates installed I still cannot get the screen saver to work? I have tried many fixes but no luck. Any...
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    Windows 10 Automatic PC setup script via .exe on USB

    Hello, I work as the sole member of the IT department of a small business. I spend much time replacing dead storage drives or setting up new workstations. I was wondering if there was a way I could write a script that I could put on a USB drive that I could plug into a PC with a fresh...
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    Windows 10 Shortcut key locations

    Where are the key combinations you assign for a shortcut to start a program stored? For instance if I go to the properties of a program icon and assign Ctrl-Alt-S as a shortcut, where in the registry is it stored? I have one, and only one program the shortcut key stopped working. If I try to...