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Brink · Jun 29, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to change how many days to automatically clear Windows Security protection history in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Protection History page in the Windows Security app is where you can go to view recommendations and actions that Microsoft Defender Antivirus has taken on your behalf, Potentially Unwanted Apps that have been removed, or key services (ex: SmartScreen) that are turned off. Protection History only retains events for 15 days by default, after which they will automatically be cleared from history. Protection history events that require action will not get cleared until you take action for them. You can change the number of days to keep items in the scan history folder. After this time...

Brink · Nov 11, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off BitLocker To Go to encrypt or decrypt a removable data drive in Windows 10 and Windows 11. BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data protection feature that integrates with the operating system and addresses the threats of data theft or exposure from lost, stolen, or inappropriately decommissioned drives and computers. New files are automatically encrypted when you save them to a drive encrypted by BitLocker. However, if you copy these files to another drive or a different PC not encrypted by BitLocker, the files are automatically decrypted. BitLocker To Go is BitLocker Drive Encryption on removable data drives. This includes the encryption of USB flash drives, SD cards, external hard disk...

Brink · Feb 23, 2023

This tutorial will show you different ways on how to set the PowerShell script execution policy for the current user, local machine, or current process in Windows 10 and Windows 11. PowerShell's execution policy is a safety feature that controls the conditions under which PowerShell loads configuration files and runs scripts. This feature helps prevent the execution of malicious scripts. On a Windows computer you can set an execution policy for the local computer, for the current user, or for a particular session. You can also use a Group Policy setting to set execution policies for computers and users. Execution policies for the local computer and current user are stored in the registry. You don't need to set execution policies in...

Brink · Jun 30, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to manually clear Windows Security protection history in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Protection History page in the Windows Security app is where you can go to view recommendations and actions that Microsoft Defender Antivirus has taken on your behalf, Potentially Unwanted Apps that have been removed, or key services (ex: SmartScreen) that are turned off. Protection History only retains events for 15 days by default, after which they will automatically be cleared from history. Reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/protection-history-f1e5fd95-09b4-46d1-b8c7-1059a1e09708 You must be signed in as an administrator to clear protection history. Protection history events that require...

Brink · Apr 9, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to determine whether LSA started in protected mode when Windows 11 started. Core isolation is a security feature of Microsoft Windows that protects important core processes of Windows from malicious software by isolating them in memory. It does this by running those core processes in a virtualized environment. Windows 11, version 22H2 supports additional protection for the Local Security Authority (LSA) process to prevent code injection that could compromise credentials. Windows has several critical processes to verify a user’s identity. The LSA is one of those processes, responsible for authenticating users and verifying Windows logins. It is responsible for handling user credentials, like passwords...

Brink · Nov 23, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to add or remove locations to be excluded or included in the search index in Windows 11. Indexing the content of your PC helps you get faster results when your searching it for files, emails, or other local content. The search index only includes your selected locations by default. These locations can be filtered for what file types (extensions), file properties, and file contents you want indexed. You can choose to use Classic or Enhanced search indexing mode for where your PC will search for files. Classic = Search only your Documents, Pictures, and Music folders plus the desktop. Enhanced = Search your entire PC (may affect battery life and CPU consumption). PC must be plugged in for initial...

Brink · Jul 10, 2023

This tutorial will show you how to change the maximum percentage of CPU usage allowed during a scan by Microsoft Defender Antivirus for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software included in Windows 10/11 that can help protect your device from viruses, malware, and other threats. Microsoft Defender Antivirus regularly scans your device to help keep it safe. It tries to do this while you are not using your device so it doesn’t interfere with your work. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is allowed a maximum of 50 percent CPU usage during a scan by default in Windows. You can specify a maximum percentage CPU usage during a scan you want allowed instead. Specifying a max CPU usage should be...

Brink · Mar 17, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to delete backed up BitLocker recovery keys from your Microsoft account. Windows will require a BitLocker recovery key when it detects a possible unauthorized attempt to access the data on a drive (volume) encrypted by BitLocker or Device Encryption. This extra step is a security precaution intended to keep your data safe and secure. This can also happen if you make changes in hardware, firmware, or software which BitLocker cannot distinguish from a possible attack. In these cases, BitLocker may require the extra security of the recovery key even if the user is an authorized owner of the device. This is to be certain that the person trying to unlock the data really is authorized. Each separate OS, fixed...

Brink · Jun 28, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to reset the Windows Security app for your account or all users in Windows 11. Windows Security is built-in to Windows 11 and includes an antivirus program called Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Your device will be actively protected from the moment you start Windows 11. Windows Security continually scans for malware (malicious software), viruses, and security threats. In addition to this real-time protection, updates are downloaded automatically to help keep your device safe and protect it from threats. Windows Security is your home to view and manage the security and health of your device. If Windows Security is crashing or not opening, you can reset the Windows Security app to hopefully fix it...

Brink · Feb 18, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to check if your PC supports using Device Encryption in Windows 11. Device encryption is a Windows feature that enables BitLocker encryption automatically for the Operating System drive and fixed drives. It’s particularly beneficial for everyday users who want to ensure their personal information is safe without having to manage complex security settings. When you first sign in or set up a device with a Microsoft account, or work or school account, Device Encryption is turned on and a recovery key is attached to that account. If you're using a local account, Device Encryption isn't turned on automatically. Unlike BitLocker Drive Encryption, which is available on Windows Pro, Enterprise, or Education...

Brink · Dec 20, 2023

This tutorial will show you how to add a turn on or off "Location Services" context menu for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Location Services context menu added by this tutorial will allow you to quickly turn on or turn off location services for the device (all users) or for apps (current user) on demand. Microsoft operates a location service that helps determine the precise geographic location of your Windows device. The precise location of your device allows apps to give you directions, show shops and restaurants that are near you, and more. Many apps and services request location information from your device, and the Windows location service gives you control over which apps are allowed to access your precise...

Brink · Jul 10, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Diagnostic Data Viewer for all users in Windows 11. Microsoft uses diagnostic data to keep Windows secure and up to date, troubleshoot problems, and make product improvements as described in more detail below. Regardless of whether you choose to send Optional diagnostic data, your device will be just as secure and will operate normally. This data is transmitted to Microsoft and stored with one or more unique identifiers that can help us recognize an individual user on an individual device and understand the device's service issues and use patterns. The Diagnostic Data Viewer app lets you review the Windows diagnostic data your device is sending to Microsoft, grouping the info into...

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Privacy and Security Change Time to Clear Windows Security Protection History in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Turn On BitLocker for Removable Data Drive in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Change PowerShell Script Execution Policy in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Clear Windows Security Protection History in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Verify Local Security Authority (LSA) Protection in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Add or Remove Search Index Locations in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Change Microsoft Defender Antivirus Max CPU Usage during Scan in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Delete BitLocker Recovery Key from Microsoft Account

Privacy and Security Reset Windows Security app in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Check Device Encryption Support in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Add Turn On or Off Location Services Context Menu in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Diagnostic Data Viewer in Windows 11

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