This tutorial will show you how to use AppLocker to create a rule to allow or block executable (.exe and .com) files to run for all or specific users and groups in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
AppLocker is included in Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) to configure Application Control Policies in the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy is not available in the Home edition.
AppLocker executable rules conceptually apply to files with the .exe and .com extensions that are associated with an app. However, AppLocker executable rules actually apply to any portable executable (PE) file, regardless of the file's extension. Because all of the default rules for the executable rule collection...
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Tutorials
Windows 11 tutorials, tricks, tips, and guides.
This tutorial will show you how to completely clear and reset all AppLocker policy rules and settings back to default in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
AppLocker is included in Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) to configure Application Control Policies in the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy is not available in the Home edition.
You can use AppLocker to create rules to allow or block executable (.exe, .com) files, Windows installer (.msi, .msp, .mst) files, script ( .ps1, .bat, .cmd, .vbs, .js) files, and/or packaged apps (Microsoft Store apps) from running for everyone, specific user(s), and/or specific group(s).
Clearing AppLocker policy on a computer returns all AppLocker...
This tutorial will show you how to change the theme for your account in Windows 11.
A theme is a combination of the desktop background, lock screen background, colors, sounds, and mouse pointers.
There are three types of themes.
Type of ThemeDescription
My ThemesThese are themes you have created, made changes to, saved, or downloaded. Any time you change a theme, it will appear here as an unsaved theme. These themes are saved in the %LocalAppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Themes folder.
Windows Default ThemesThese are themes included with Windows 11 by default. These themes are saved in the C:\Windows\Resources\Themes folder.
High Contrast ThemesThese are color themes for low vision and light sensitivity. These themes are saved in...
This tutorial will show you how to export (backup) and import (restore) AppLocker policy rules using an XML file in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
AppLocker is included in Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) to configure Application Control Policies in the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy is not available in the Home edition.
You can use AppLocker to create rules to allow or block executable (.exe, .com) files, Windows installer (.msi, .msp, .mst) files, script ( .ps1, .bat, .cmd, .vbs, .js) files, and/or packaged apps (Microsoft Store apps) from running for everyone, specific user(s), and/or specific group(s).
You can export your AppLocker policy rules to an XML file to review or...
This tutorial will show you how to delete a user account to remove it from your Windows 11 PC.
Having different accounts on a shared PC lets multiple people use the same device, all while giving everyone their own sign-in info, plus access to their own files, browser favorites, and desktop settings.
You can add a local user account (an offline account) or Microsoft account for a user to sign in to the PC with.
If you have a user account on your PC that is not being used or no longer needed, you can permanently remove it by deleting it.
Reference:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/add-or-remove-accounts-on-your-pc-104dc19f-6430-4b49-6a2b-e4dbd1dcdf32
You must be signed in as an administrator to delete a user account.
You...
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off using the Copilot new tab page in Microsoft Edge for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Microsoft Edge is the AI-powered browser. A smarter way to browse. As the only browser built and optimized for Windows, it’s AI-powered tools are designed to help you make the most of your time online. Whether you’re searching, shopping or gaming, AI-powered tools and a security-first approach help you stay productive, save money, and get things done your way.
Copilot new tab page in Edge allows you to search, explore the web, and chat with Copilot from one search box in the new tab page.
References:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/copilot?form=MA13SQ&cs=2400315111&profile=personal...
This tutorial will show you how to use AppLocker to create a rule to block the Microsoft Store app and/or specific apps installed from the Microsoft Store from running for all or specific users and groups in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
AppLocker is included in Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) to configure Application Control Policies in the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy is not available in the Home edition.
Apps installed from the Microsoft Store are packaged apps.
You can use AppLocker to create rules to deny (block) specified packaged apps from running for everyone, specific user(s), and/or specific group(s).
References...
UUP Dump is the most practical and easy way to get ISO images of any Insider Windows 10 or Windows 11 version, as soon as Microsoft has released a new build. UUP Dump creates a download configuration file according to your choices, downloads necessary files directly from Microsoft servers, and finally creates an ISO image.
Please notice, that you don't have to join Windows Insider program to install and use Insider builds. You can simply download and install any Insider build from UUP Dump, and when an Insider build upgrade is released, download the upgrade build and upgrade your current Insider installation.
This tutorial will show you how to use UUP Dump to get any Windows Insider ISO.
1. In any browser, open an available link...
This tutorial will show you how to uninstall apps for your account, all users, or new users in Windows 11.
If you no longer want or use an app, then you could uninstall the app to remove it and free up space on the drive.
Desktop apps are traditional programs installed by a user. These will not be an app from the Microsoft Store.
Windows apps are apps installed by a user from the Microsoft Store. Each Microsoft account owns their own apps.
Provisioned apps are apps included with Windows 11, and automatically installed when a new user signs in to Windows the first time. They are per-user apps, and typically installed in the "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps" folder. These are also available in Microsoft Store for a user to reinstall if...
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off to use the Print Screen key to open screen snipping for your account in Windows 11.
The Snipping Tool app includes a built-in screen recorder and allows you to quickly take and annotate screenshots, photos and other images with your pen, touch, or mouse and save, paste or share with other apps.
If you like, you can use the Print Screen key to open screen snipping.
If you turn off Use the Print screen button to open screen snipping, a screenshot of your display(s) will be taken and saved to the Clipboard when you press the Print Screen key.
If you turn on Use the Print screen button to open screen snipping, screen snipping will open when you press the Print Screen key.
Starting with...
This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Toggle Keys for your account in Windows 11.
Toggle Keys causes a tone to sound when you press the Caps Lock, Num Lock, or Scroll Lock keys.
Option One: Turn On or Off Toggle Keys using Keyboard Shortcut
Option Two: Turn On or Off Toggle Keys in Settings
Option Three: Turn On or Off Toggle Keys in Control Panel
Option Four: Turn On or Off Toggle Keys using REG file
Turn On or Off Toggle Keys using Keyboard Shortcut
1 Press and hold the Num Lock for 5 seconds until you hear a tone.
2 If turning on Toggle Keys, click/tap on Yes to confirm. (see screenshot below)
Turn On or Off Toggle Keys in Settings
1 Open Settings (Win+I).
2 Click/tap on Accessibility on the left side, and...
This tutorial will show you how to change the connection and security settings of an existing known Wi-Fi network profile in Windows 11.
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 in "Manage known networks". 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.
Sometimes you may need to update or change connection and security settings of an existing known Wi-Fi network...
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