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Brink · Jan 31, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to delete user and system environment variables in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Environment variables are a set of dynamic named values that can affect the way running processes will behave on a computer. The variables can be used both in scripts and on the command line. Environment variables makes it easy when certain standard directories and parameters need to be referenced but where the actual locations or names can vary from computer to computer. The variable (ex: "%UserProfile%" for command and "$Env:UserProfile" for PowerShell) is used as a type of shortcut of the value (ex: "C:\Users\<username>"). There are two types of environment variables: user environment variables (set only for current user)...

Brink · Nov 7, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) for all users in Windows 11. Some PCs can let Windows automatically adjust screen brightness based on the current lighting conditions. Some Windows 11 PCs can automatically adjust the screen brightness and contrast based on content that’s displayed on your built-in screen. For example, if you’re watching a video that has a dark scene, followed by a brighter scene (for example, one that shows a bright sunny day), the brightness and contrast may change. This is normal. Content adaptive brightness control (CABC) provides ideal brightness and contrast levels, while saving power and providing longer battery life at the same time. If these sudden...

Brink · Sep 22, 2021

This tutorial will show you how change the power mode for your account in Windows 11. Power mode allows you to optimize your Windows 11 device based on power use and performance. Choose the power mode that works for you and what you want to do on your Windows 11 PC. This lets you determine what’s important to you—getting the best battery life, best performance, or a balance between the two. You can choose between the Best Power Efficiency, Balanced (default), or Best Performance power mode. Best power efficiency = Saves power by reducing PC performance and screen brightness. If you're using a laptop, this mode can help you get the most from a single battery charge. Balanced = Offers full performance when you need it and saves power...

Brink · Sep 4, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off fast startup in Windows 11. There are three startup modes in Windows: Cold (traditional) Wake-from-hibernation Fast Starting with Windows 8.x, the default shutdown and restart scenario has been updated and named fast startup. Fast startup begins with the shutdown process and includes writing data to disk similar to the hibernate process. A key difference is that all user sessions (Session 1) are logged off and the remaining information is written to the hiberfile (C:\hiberfil.sys). When you boot the PC from this state, Windows loads the previously initialized state by reading from the hiberfile, instead of running the full cold boot process in which Windows, drivers, devices, and...

Brink · Jul 2, 2023

This tutorial will show you how to create a Dev Drive using unallocated space on a disk or new virtual hard disk (VHD/VHDX) in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 version 22H2 KB5030310 Build 22621.2361,, Microsoft introduced Dev Drive. Dev Drive is a new form of storage volume available to improve performance for key developer workloads. Dev Drive is built upon Resilient File System (ReFS) technology and includes file system optimizations and features that provide more control over storage volume settings and security, including trust designation, antivirus configuration, and administrative control over what filters are attached. It has been designed to meet a developer’s needs to host project source code, working folders, and...

Brink · Jan 14, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to reset Local Security Policy settings back to default all at once in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) is a Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in with rules that administrators can configure on a computer or multiple devices for the purpose of protecting resources on a device or network. The Security Settings extension of the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) snap-in allows you to define security configurations as part of a Group Policy Object (GPO). Local Security Policy (secpol.msc) is only available in the Windows 10/11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, but all policies can be manually configured using Registry Editor in any edition of Windows...

Brink · Jan 11, 2024

This tutorial will show you different ways to find the model name and number of your Windows 11 computer. The system product name is the specific model of your Windows 11 device. Knowing the specific model name and number of your device can help you find the correct drivers and replacement parts for it. An OEM (ex: HP, Dell, Surface, etc...) device's system product name usually cannot be changed. If you built your own computer, then you can change the default System Product Name to a custom model name you want. Option One: Find Computer Model Name and Number in Settings > Home Option Two: Find Computer Model Name and Number in Settings > System Option Three: Find Computer Model Name and Number in Settings > System > About Option...

Brink · Jan 7, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to find the current size of reserved storage in Windows 10 and Windows 11. To make sure your device can successfully update and that it runs its best, Windows reserves a portion of storage space on your device for use by temporary files, caches, and other files. When your device is low on space, Windows will clear reserved storage so it can be used for other processes, like a Windows update. Reserving storage also helps keep disk space usage on your device more predictable and more stable. How does it work? When apps and system processes create temporary files, these files will automatically be placed into reserved storage. These temporary files won’t consume free user space when they are created and...

Brink · Jan 1, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to add a "Repair Windows Image" component store context menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11. If a Windows image becomes unserviceable, you can use the DISM (Deployment Imaging and Servicing Management) tool or Repair-WindowsImage cmdlet to update the files and correct the problem. For example, to fix Windows image component store corruption when a sfc /scannow command is unable to repair corrupted or modified system files because the component store (source) is corrupted. SFC should be able to repair the files afterwards. The Repair Windows Image desktop context menu allows you to quickly check and repair the Windows image component store on demand as needed. The Check Health of Windows Image item in...

Brink · Feb 25, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Ease cursor movement between displays for your account in Windows 11. When you have multiple displays and try to move your cursor or windows between monitors, they would normally get stuck if the display borders don't align at the crossing point. Starting with Windows 11 build 22557, it is now easier to move your cursor and windows between monitors, by letting your cursor and windows jump over areas where they would previously get stuck. Option One: Turn On and Off "Ease cursor movement between displays" in Settings Option Two: Turn On and Off "Ease cursor movement between displays" using REG file EXAMPLE: Ease cursor movement between displays Turn On and Off "Ease cursor...

Brink · Nov 7, 2021

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off screen rotation lock in Windows 11. A tablet and some hybrid laptop (ex: 2-in-1) devices are designed to rotate the built-in display automatically in a portrait or landscape orientation as you turn it so that what you see on the screen is always right side up. If you like, you can turn on or off rotation lock in Windows 11 to allow (off) or prevent (on) the auto-rotation of your screen as needed. Display orientation settings will be disabled and grayed out when Rotate lock is turned off. Option One: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock using Keyboard Shortcut Option Two: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in Quick Settings Option Three: Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in...

Brink · Feb 18, 2022

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Do not disturb mode for your account in Windows 11. Notifications are alerts from apps, system, and other senders. Starting with Windows 11 build 22557, Microsoft reimagined focus assist experiences on Windows. Do not disturb makes it easy to silence notifications. Focus is a new experience that enables everyone to stay in the moment and minimize distractions on their PC. To help you stay on track, focus integrates with the Clock app for other focus tools, such as a focus timer and calming music. It’s now easier than ever to silence notification banners with do not disturb. When you are ready to see the notifications that you may have missed, you can find them in Notification Center...

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System Delete Environment Variables in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Content Adaptive Brightness Control in Windows 11

System Change Power Mode in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Fast Startup in Windows 11

System Create Dev Drive in Windows 11

System Reset Local Security Policy Settings to Default in Windows 11

System Find Computer Model Name and Number in Windows 11

System Find Reserved Storage Size in Windows 11

System Add "Repair Windows Image" Context Menu in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Ease Cursor Movement between Displays in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Screen Rotation Lock in Windows 11

System Turn On or Off Do Not Disturb for Notifications in Windows 11

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