user accounts

Windows Settings stands at the forefront of the modern PC experience, offering a gateway for both everyday users and power aficionados to tailor, secure, and optimize their computing environments. Understanding how to navigate and master this versatile app is crucial for unlocking the true...

Navigating the myriad options within the Windows Settings app can feel like exploring the neural network of a modern PC. Designed to be both approachable and powerful, Settings stands at the crossroads of accessibility and robust management, enabling everyday users and power administrators alike...

Hello, Apps I've set to turn on on startup actually reset by themselves. I can't tell what instigates it. If I change the app's settings and restart my computer, the app doesn't reset. But, when my computer is off for the night, the setting is reset to not turn on on startup. If someone could...

Changing the administrator account in Windows 11 might sound like rocket science, but in reality it’s as simple as a few clicks—or a short command line entry. Whether you’re passing your computer on to a family member, reassigning control, or just tidying up account permissions, Windows 11 gives...

I'm considering replacing my 10-year old Windows Server 2012 Essentials R2 platform with a new server - hardware and OS. This is for home use only. Since I'm building the machine myself, I'm looking to purchase a Windows Server 2022 Essentials license - I haven't found a source for this and...

Microsoft is ushering in a fresh era for user accounts with a redesigned sign-in experience that promises to blend modern aesthetics with enhanced security features. With over one billion Microsoft account users set to experience the update, the tech giant is clearly putting its faith in the...

Managing user accounts in Windows is like organizing your closet—each account is akin to a separate drawer, allowing every user (whether family, friend, or co-worker) to have their own space for settings, files, and apps. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about...

If you've ever handed your precious Windows 11 machine over to a shared household or workplace, you know the struggle is real. Disk storage can quickly become a chaotic free-for-all when other users fail to clean up their files. We've all been there—scrambling to free up space because your...

The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...

When it comes to setting up a new Windows 11 PC, one of the key decisions you'll make involves selecting the type of user account that best suits your needs. Depending on the Windows edition and configuration of your PC, you can choose from up to four different account types. However, your...

Creating a new user on a Windows 11 device is a straightforward process that can enhance privacy and customization in multi-user environments, such as families or workplaces. Whether you prefer managing accounts through Microsoft accounts, local accounts, or family accounts, Windows 11 provides...

Windows 11 emphasizes security with features such as password-protected accounts. While these are essential for keeping data safe, there are situations where you might prefer the convenience of a password-free login, especially on a personal or non-critical device. This guide walks you through...

Hello, Until yesterday I had passwords saved for three users on a certain site. Today when I enter this site the password are not transported to the respective place in the login. I went to see and the passwords are saved in the edge. I cleaned it up, in the perspective that when I re-enter the...

In recent discussions within the Windows community, a common frustration has surfaced regarding the Run as different user option not appearing in Windows 11 context menus. This essential feature allows users to launch applications with alternate user credentials without needing to log in and out...

Hello to anyone reading this. Thanks for your interest. I'm trying to help the aunt of a friend of mine. She doesn't remember her account password (I know) and would like to get back into her account. There's a lot of back story to this that I won't bore you with. The computer is a desktop Asus...

The scenario: 40 users, 3 workstations, 1 NAS fileshare. These workstations move on quite often and we replace them with other donated systems. We have a batch file that adds all user accounts to each machine. I would like these machines to map drives upon user account login. I understand I...

Sometimes the Forgotten Password Wizard will not open from the link in Control Panel/User Accounts/Create a Password Reset Disk or through Windows Search. Sometimes it will open in the background and is visible using Win+Tab. But you cannot bring it to the desktop. If this happens, close it with...

Hi, I have 2 users on Windows 10, one with password, second one with no password. Windows is login me automatically to user without password. I would like to see login screen on each laptop startup, I saw some tutorials but there is like 20 steps to do it, is there any SIMPLE way to do it? I...

The available space on my C "system" volume was low, so I moved the Users folder to my D "data" volume and edited the registry accordingly. After rebooting, I logged in to my "1st" account and checked everything was okay. So far, so good. Then I rebooted and tried to log in to my "2nd"...

I have a Win 10 computer that I recently setup for use by my son-in-law and my grandson. The one for my son-in-law is the main user, and one for grandson set up afterwards, both are set as Administrators. Everything is fine on the main users screen, but if I sign in as my grandson then there are...