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Share Files with Nearby Devices in Windows 11

Network and Internet Share Files with Nearby Devices in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to share files with nearby devices using Nearby Sharing in Windows 11. Windows Share in Windows 11 allows you to share file(s) using Nearby Sharing. Nearby sharing in Windows lets you share documents, photos, links to websites, and more with nearby devices by using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. To use nearby sharing, both PCs—the one you’re sharing from and the one you're sharing to—must have Nearby sharing turned on, Bluetooth turned on, and must be running Windows 11 or Windows 10 (version 1803 or later). Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3810, Microsoft is rolling out the ability to copy files from the Windows share window. Just click the new copy button. Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.4112, you...
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Enable or Disable Thumbnail Previews on Network Files and Folders in File Explorer in Windows 11

Network and Internet Enable or Disable Thumbnail Previews on Network Files and Folders in File Explorer in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable thumbnail previews only on network files and folders in File Explorer for all users or specific users in Windows 11 and Windows 10. File Explorer can display thumbnail previews (image) or icons on files and folders in Windows. If you select to show icons instead of thumbnail previews, File Explorer will show the icon of the default app on the file instead of an image. If wanted, you can disable showing thumbnail previews only on network files and folders in File Explorer without disabling thumbnail previews on local files and folders. You must be signed in as an administrator to enable or disable thumbnail previews on network files and folders. Thumbnail previews will not show...
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Enable DNS over TLS (DoT) in Windows 11

Network and Internet Enable DNS over TLS (DoT) in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change your DNS Server address and enable DNS over TLS (DoT) in Windows 11. A DNS (Domain Name System) server is the service that makes it possible for you to open a web browser, type a domain name and load your favorite websites. DNS over HTTPS (DoH) is a protocol for performing remote Domain Name System resolution via the HTTPS protocol. A goal of the method is to increase user privacy and security by preventing eavesdropping and manipulation of DNS data by man-in-the-middle attacks by using the HTTPS protocol to encrypt the data between the DoH client and the DoH-based DNS resolver. Windows 11 includes built-in support for DoH. Starting with Windows 11 build 25158 (24H2), DNS over TLS (DoT)...
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Add or Remove Share Context Menu in Windows 11

Network and Internet Add or Remove Share Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove the Share context menu from files for your account or all users in Windows 11. When you right click on one or more selected files, click/tap on Show more options, and click/tap on Share, you will then be able to share the file(s) using nearby sharing or an app of your choice. This remove Share from the old Shift+Right Click context menu, after you click/tap on Show more options. This will also remove Share from the command bar (toolbar) at the top of the new Show more options context menu. This will not remove Share from within the new Show more options context menu though. Option One: Add or Remove "Share" Context Menu for Current User Option Two: Add or Remove "Share" Context...
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Enable DNS over HTTPS (DoH) in Windows 11

Network and Internet Enable DNS over HTTPS (DoH) in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change your DNS Server address and enable DNS over HTTPS (DoH) in Windows 11. A DNS (Domain Name System) server is the service that makes it possible for you to open a web browser, type a domain name and load your favorite websites. DNS over HTTPS (DoH), or Secure DNS, is a protocol for performing remote Domain Name System resolution via the HTTPS protocol. A goal of the method is to increase user privacy and security by preventing eavesdropping and manipulation of DNS data by man-in-the-middle attacks by using the HTTPS protocol to encrypt the data between the DoH client and the DoH-based DNS resolver. References...
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Enable or Disable Remote Desktop in Windows 11

Network and Internet Enable or Disable Remote Desktop in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable allowing Remote Desktop connections to your Windows 11 PC. You can use Remote Desktop to connect to and control your PC from a remote device by using a Microsoft Remote Desktop client (available for Windows, iOS, macOS and Android). When you allow remote connections to your PC, you can use another device to connect to your PC and have access to all of your apps, files, and network resources as if you were sitting at your desk. Should I enable Remote Desktop? If you only want to access your PC when you are physically using it, you don't need to enable Remote Desktop. Enabling Remote Desktop opens a port on your PC that is visible to your local network. You should only enable Remote...
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Share Wi-Fi Password with QR Code in Windows 11

Network and Internet Share Wi-Fi Password with QR Code in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to generate a QR code to easily share a Wi-Fi connection on your Windows 11 PC with other devices. Wi-Fi is a wireless local area network (WLAN) technology and standard that uses high-frequency radio waves to provide wireless Internet and network connections to your Windows device. When you connect to a Wi-Fi network for the first time, Windows will automatically add a profile for the Wi-Fi network. The saved profile contains the SSID (network name), security key (password), and connection and security properties used to connect to this specific Wi-Fi network. Starting with Windows 11 version 24H2, a QR code is now available in Wi-Fi Settings to make it easy to share with others to connect. Here's...
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Share Mobile Hotspot Password with QR Code in Windows 11

Network and Internet Share Mobile Hotspot Password with QR Code in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to generate a QR code to easily share the mobile hotspot connection on your Windows 11 PC with other devices. You can turn your Windows PC into a mobile hotspot by sharing your Internet connection with other devices over Wi-Fi. You can share a Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or cellular data connection. If your PC has a cellular data connection and you share it, it will use data from your data plan. Starting with Windows 11 version 24H2, a QR code is now available in Settings when you set up a mobile hotspot to share your network connection. Here's How: 1 Open Settings (Win+I). 2 Click/tap on Network & internet on the left side, and click/tap on Mobile hotspot on the right side. (see screenshot below) Open Mobile...
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Add or Remove Network in Navigation Pane of File Explorer in Windows 11

Network and Internet Add or Remove Network in Navigation Pane of File Explorer in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove Network in the navigation pane of File Explorer for your account in Windows 11. Windows 11 shows the Network icon in the navigation pane of File Explorer by default. This makes it easy to browse your local network. If you prefer not to have Network show in the navigation pane of File Explorer, you can remove it. If you turn on Show all folders in the navigation pane, Network will always show in the navigation pane. This will not remove the Network icon from the older Open and Save as type common item dialog boxes like below. If wanted, you can manually change the places bar items in common dialog boxes to remove Network from them. Option One: Add or Remove Network in Navigation...
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Add Shared Printer in Windows 11

Network and Internet Add Shared Printer in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add a printer shared by another PC on the same network to your Windows 11 PC. In Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can share your printer with many PCs on your network. To share a printer from the PC that the printer is connected to (the primary PC) with secondary PCs that the printer is not connected to, you must set up sharing settings for the printer, connect the printer to the primary PC (either wirelessly or by using a USB cable), and then turn on the printer. Also make sure the primary PC is turned on, connected to the printer, and connected to the network. It is required to share the printer connected to a PC before other PCs on the same network are able to add and use the shared printer. You...
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Turn On or Off AutoSwitch for Wi-Fi Network in Windows 11

Network and Internet Turn On or Off AutoSwitch for Wi-Fi Network in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off autoSwitch for Wi-Fi networks set to connect automatically when in range on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC. When you connect to a Wi-Fi network for the first time, Windows will automatically add a profile for the Wi-Fi network. The saved profile contains the SSID (network name), security key (password), and connection and security properties used to connect to this specific Wi-Fi network. If you turn on connect automatically to a Wi-Fi network, Windows will automatically connect to this Wi-Fi network when in range based on priority order. The autoSwitch parameter controls the roaming behavior of an auto-connected Wi-Fi network when a more preferred connect automatically Wi-Fi...
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Change Network Location to Private, Public, or Domain in Windows 11

Network and Internet Change Network Location to Private, Public, or Domain in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the type of network your PC is connected to as a domain, public, or private location for all users in Windows 11. A network location identifies the type of network that a PC is connected to with a network adapter and automatically sets the appropriate Windows Defender Firewall settings for that location. By default, the first time you connect to a new network (wired or wireless), you will be prompted "Do you want to allow your PC to be discoverable by other PCs and devices on this network?" by the Network Location wizard. Turning on this setting prepares your PC for sharing files and devices on a network. Based on the network location you choose, Windows will automatically assign a network...
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