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How to use Hyper-V checkpoint to restore a VM to its previous state

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How to use Hyper-V checkpoint to restore a VM to its previous state

With Hyper-V checkpoints, you can quickly restore a VM to the state when the checkpoint was created. However, this is completely different from restoring a VM from a backup. In this article, we shall discuss how to use “Hyper-V checkpoint to restore a VM to its previous state”. Please see How to create a Microsoft HyperV checkpoint, the differences…

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The following error occurred attempting to rename the computer Account already exists

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The following error occurred attempting to rename the computer Account already exists

In this guide, I will be showing you how to fix “the following error occurred attempting to rename the computer Account already exists”. An Active Directory (AD) domain is basically the same as an Internet domain. It “defines a realm of administrative autonomy, authority, and control” for a group of computers. Please how to fix “The logon attempt failed for the…

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All you need to know before deploying Windows Hello for Business Key and Certificate Trust

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All you need to know before deploying Windows Hello for Business Key and Certificate Trust

Windows Hello for Business is a modern two-factor authentication that replaces password authentication on devices. This authentication consists of a new type of user credential that is tied to a device and uses a biometric or PIN. This guide will discuss All you need to know before deploying Windows Hello for Business Key and Certificate…

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How to disable Windows Hardware Power Button

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How to disable Windows Hardware Power Button

Power Options is a setting in the Windows Control Panel, under the Hardware and Sound category. It allows the user to adjust their power plan and power settings on their computer. With this method, users are unable to turn off the device when using Assigned Access or Shell Launcher, etc. This applies to physical devices…

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Disable the Windows welcome screen and shutdown screen

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Disable the Windows welcome screen and shutdown screen

In this article, we shall discuss how to Disable the Windows welcome screen and shutdown screen. The Custom Logon feature can be used to configure Windows 10 Welcome screen and shutdown screen. Here are some possibilities that custom logon offers. Kindly refer to these guides: How to install RSAT tools: DNS manager console missing from RSAT…

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How to disable Camera Access in Windows

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How to disable Camera Access in Windows

In this article, we shall discuss how to disable Camera Access in Windows. Accessing the camera in Windows can vary slightly depending on the version of Windows you are using. In general, it involves using settings to enable camera access for apps, checking device drivers, and using built-in applications as we will see very shortly….

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Disable or Remove Kiosk Mode Via the Local Settings

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Disable or Remove Kiosk Mode Via the Local Settings

In this article, you will learn how to Disable or Remove Kiosk Mode Via the Local Settings. Kiosk Mode is a feature in Windows that locks down a device to a single app or a restricted set of functions, often used in scenarios like public terminals, retail displays, or information booths. Please see how to…

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Single App Kiosk Mode: Assigned Access using Local Settings

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Single App Kiosk Mode: Assigned Access using Local Settings

Single App Kiosk Mode is also referred to as “Assigned Access”. It is a feature in Windows that allows you to set up a specific application to run in a restricted kiosk-like mode on a device. In this mode, the user can only access and interact with a single designated application, and they are prevented…

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Enable Automatic Logon via Windows Registry

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Enable Automatic Logon via Windows Registry

The autologon feature is provided as a convenience. However, this feature may be a security risk. In this article, I will show you how to enable Automatic Logon via Windows Registry. Please see The different Windows Logon Types, how to fix “The sign-in method you are trying to use is not allowed: For more information,…

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Replace a blue screen error with a blank screen for system errors

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Replace a blue screen error with a blank screen for system errors

In this article, you will learn how to Replace a blue screen error with a blank screen for system errors. A stop error or exception error is commonly called the blue screen of death (BSoD). Please see How to find and remove Malware with Microsoft Defender Offline, and how to remove Microsoft Defender update on Windows…

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How to determine Windows Version or Edition and Build

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How to determine Windows Version or Edition and Build

Tn this article, we shall discuss how to determine Windows Version or Edition and Build. The steps below are ways to find out what build, edition and version of Windows 10 you are running. We are absolutely aware most people refer to Windows systems based on its major and version they are running. Please see…

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How to set up Windows Admin Center on a Windows Server

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How to set up Windows Admin Center on a Windows Server

Windows Admin Center (formerly codenamed Project Honolulu) is an evolution of Windows Server in-box management tools. It is a single pane of glass that consolidates all aspects of local and remote server management. As a locally deployed, browser-based management experience, an Internet connection and Azure aren’t required. This article discusses How to set up Windows Admin Center…

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How to Perform a Self-service Password Reset using the Windows Login Integration Client

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How to Perform a Self-service Password Reset using the Windows Login Integration Client

Pleasant Password gives users the ability to change or perform self-serve password reset with no administrator or help desk involvement. This feature is vital when you have completely logged off your Windows PC and would like to reset it. In this article, we shall discuss how to Perform a Self-service Password Reset using the Windows…

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