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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...
    • Manotee
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    • admin rights compatibility elevation error message file issues internet speed legacy systems lotus program functionality security smartcenter smartsuite startup system settings troubleshooting windows 10 windows 11 windows xp
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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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...

  3. 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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    • Forum: Windows News
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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...
    • Alpha1
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    • app restrictions configuration file access games mmc tool permissions system settings user rights windows security
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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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...
    • Malthus101
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    • alarm alert audio issues functionality notifications popup system settings troubleshooting user experience windows 10
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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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...
    • Joner
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    • bsod display issues error fixes reinstall screensaver system settings troubleshooting update windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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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...
    • DylanH
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    • automation autoscript business it computer setup default browser drive replacement installation automation installation media it department scriptwriting software configuration software installation system settings tech skills update usb user creation windows 10 windows 11
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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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...
    • Ron Leinweber
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    • assigning keys configuration ctrl-alt-s error resolution key combinations key mapping program icons program issues registry reinstall revo uninstaller shortcuts system settings troubleshooting uninstall user interface windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  9. Windows 11 Get Started app

    I'm running the latest version of Windows 11. I run a few Rainmeter Gadgets too. Particularly the CPU Usage gadget. I have my computer set up to turn off the display after a certain amount of time. Then the display turns back on when I move the mouse. Lately when it starts back up the CPU...
    • stueycaster
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    • active apps asus background processes battery life cpu usage display gadgets getting started intel laptop performance power management rainmeter ram sleep mode ssd system settings task manager user interface windows 11
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  10. VIDEO Quantum Computing: Now Widely Available!

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    • system settings troubleshooting windows 11 windows tutorial
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler

  11. VIDEO NASA's Perseverance Rover FINALLY Finds Water on Mars

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    • performance tips system settings windows tutorial youtube video
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler
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    Windows 10 Administrator - "Do not have permission to delete file"

    I have multiple hard drives. I use some for data storage (music, etc). I reinstalled windows 10 pro on the C drive and I'm having trouble writing to and sometimes deleting files in a directory on the D drive (different physical drive). I'm logged in as the default account with administrator...
    • zepking
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    • administrator file deletion file management hard drive permissions storage system settings troubleshooting windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  13. Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.588 to Beta and Release Preview Channels

    Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.588 (KB5011563) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes the following improvements: New! We displayed up to three high priority toast notifications simultaneously. This feature is for...
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    • active directory application error beta channel build 22000.588 event id group policy kerberos memory leak notifications onedrive release preview remote desktop search issues smb share startup time system settings telemetry uwp apps windows 11
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    Windows 10 check if "trim" is enabled for SSD not working?

    User can check if the "trim" function for the SSD is currently enabled by entering the following command: fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify If I enter this command in my Win10 then the following result is shown: C:\Users\pet>fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify NTFS...
    • tobwen
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    • command prompt configuration disabledeletenotify file system ntfs refs ssd storage system settings trim windows 10
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 8 Startup item in Task Manager keeps disabling

    Hi I have a recurring problem with "Function key main module" disabling itself after i enable it in Task Manager Startup. When this happens the only way to use function keys F1 - F12 is to press the Fn key at the same time. So i go to startup in task manager and enable "Function key main module"...
    • philv
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    • disable fn key function keys keyboard settings module startup system settings task manager troubleshooting windows laptops
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 11 Stop Windows 11 from reupgrading

    I upgraded to Windows 11 and found it to be pretty annoying. I rolled back to Windows 10 using the "go back" function. It reverted, but immediately downloaded Windows 11 and now wants to reboot to upgrade to 11 again. I cannot find any way to prevent this. I paused windows update while I search...
    • rathje40
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    • annoyance reboot rollback system settings update management upgrade user experience windows 10 windows 11 windows update
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 How to change default "Download" & "My Documents" folders from commandline + Registry?

    How can I let Windows how the current default "Downloads" and "My Documents" folders from COMMAND LINE? How can I change from COMMAND LINE the default "Downloads" and "My Documents" folders to lets say "D:\myspecial\"? How can I change directly in Registry the default "Downloads" and "My...
    • tobwen
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    • command line customization default folder documents download file management path registry system settings windows
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  18. Turn on device encryption

    Learn how to turn on device encryption, or standard BitLocker encryption in Windows 10. Continue reading...
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    • bitlocker data protection device encryption encryption guide privacy security system settings windows 10
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    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)

  19. Windows 10 How to Enable Grayed Out Service Startup Options in Windows Using CMD or PowerShell

    Hey guys. I need your help: my Windows has a service that I need to disable but it is completely disabled! I explain: In the list of services the startup type can be "Automatic", "Manual" or "Disabled", right? However, on this particular service, those options are grayed out! That is, it is...

  20. Windows 10 How can I stop receiving Windows 11 Insider Preview builds?

    I am using Windows 10 build 21390 (May 2021). I believe I have the Windows Insider Program disabled. However, Windows Update keeps downloading, and wanting me to install, Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. Any idea how I can stop this?
    • King Mustard
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    • insider program installation issues preview build system settings troubleshooting update user guide windows 10 windows 11 windows update
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support