About this tag
The tag 'uac gate' refers to the User Account Control (UAC) prompt that appears when accessing certain system settings in Windows. A recent thread discusses how Microsoft moved the Storage pane in Windows 11 behind a UAC gate via update KB5074105, requiring admin rights to view or modify storage settings. This change affects routine maintenance on shared and managed devices, as users must now approve a UAC prompt to access system-level storage information. The tag covers discussions about UAC prompts, administrative privileges, and how such gates impact user workflows in Windows 11.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Windows 11 Storage Page Now Requires Admin Rights via UAC

    Microsoft has quietly moved the Storage pane in Windows 11 behind a User Account Control (UAC) gate — a small change in a release note that immediately changes who can see and act on system-level storage items, and how routine maintenance is performed on shared and managed devices. Background...