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Download Microsoft Surface Factory Recovery Image

Installation and Upgrade Download Microsoft Surface Factory Recovery Image

This tutorial will show you how to download a factory recovery image for your Microsoft Surface device running Windows 10 or Windows 11. If your Surface won’t start—or if the recovery info has been removed—you can use your USB recovery drive to access recovery tools and solve problems. Your Surface comes with Windows recovery info that allows you to reset it to its factory condition. If you’re having trouble with the recovery options on your Surface, you’ll need to download a Surface factory recovery image to use to create a USB recovery drive to use instead. References: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/surface-recovery-image...
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Allow or Block Script Files with AppLocker in Windows 11

Apps Allow or Block Script Files with AppLocker in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to use AppLocker to create a rule to allow or block script (.ps1, .bat, .cmd, .vbs, and .js) 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 defines script rules to include only the .ps1, .bat, .cmd, .vbs, and .js file formats. The following table lists the default rules that are available for the script rule collection. Any script file not allowed by the default rules below will automatically be blocked by default unless you...
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Turn On or Off Hide Outlook Taskbar Icon when Minimized in Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Turn On or Off Hide Outlook Taskbar Icon when Minimized in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off hide the Outlook icon on the taskbar when Outlook is minimized for your account in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The new Outlook for Windows brings the latest features, intelligent assisted capabilities and a new modern and simplified design to your Outlook app. You can tailor it to your style and do more with new Outlook for Windows. When Outlook for Windows is running, the Outlook icon will show on the taskbar by default, and the Outlook notification icon will show on the taskbar system tray by default. You can choose to hide the Outlook icon on the taskbar when minimized to save space on the taskbar. Clicking on the Outlook notification icon when Outlook is minimized will restore...
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Turn On or Off Always Show Scrollbars in Windows 11

Accessibility Turn On or Off Always Show Scrollbars in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off always show scrollbars for your account in Windows 11. Windows 11 hides most scrollbars when they are not in use by default until you hover over the scrollbar. See also: A brief history of Windows scroll bar shortcuts | Raymond Chen Option One: Turn On or Off Always Show Scrollbars in Settings Option Two: Turn On or Off Always Show Scrollbars using REG file EXAMPLE: Always show scrollbars turned on and off Turn On or Off Always Show Scrollbars in Settings 1 Open Settings (Win+I). 2 Click/tap on Accessibility on the left side, and click/tap on Visual effects on the right side. (see screenshot below) Open Visual effects settings 3 Turn On or Off (default) Always show...
Accessibility
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Allow or Block Executable Files with AppLocker in Windows 11

Apps Allow or Block Executable Files with AppLocker in Windows 11

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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Clear and Reset AppLocker Policy to Default in Windows 11

Apps Clear and Reset AppLocker Policy to Default in Windows 11

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...
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Export and Import AppLocker Policy Rules in Windows 11

Apps Export and Import AppLocker Policy Rules in Windows 11

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...
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Delete User Account in Windows 11

Accounts Delete User Account in Windows 11

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/security/identity-signin/manage-user-accounts-in-windows You must be signed in as an administrator to delete a user account. You will not be...
Accounts
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Enable or Disable Copilot New Tab Page in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

Browsers and Mail Enable or Disable Copilot New Tab Page in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

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...
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Block Microsoft Store apps with AppLocker in Windows 11

Apps Block Microsoft Store apps with AppLocker in Windows 11

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...
Apps
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Uninstall Apps in Windows 11

Apps Uninstall Apps in Windows 11

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...
Apps
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Enable or Disable Use Print Screen Key to Open Screen Snipping in Windows 11

Devices Enable or Disable Use Print Screen Key to Open Screen Snipping in Windows 11

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...
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