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Indexing a Windows-Based File Server

Although File Explorer makes it relatively easy to locate files located on your PC, you can also index your Windows file servers, thereby making it possible to search for individual files by content.

Microsoft Security Researchers Discover Chromium Vulnerability

Microsoft last week disclosed a sophisticated cyber campaign by a North Korean threat actor exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in the Chromium browser.

Automating Air Gapped Backups in Windows

As long as you avoid a couple of possible pitfalls, the process should not take too much effort.

Windows 11 Gets the Sudo Command

The inclusion of the Linux staple will make quite a difference when engaging in simple Windows tasks.

Lessons Learned About Windows Subsystem for Linux Accounts, Part 1: Reset

Here's how I was able to fix my mistake when I was locked out of my Linux account.

Windows 11 Device Charging Confusion

Is your Windows 11 machine not charging all the way? That's not a bug, it's a feature.

Microsoft Designer Hits General Availability, Expands to Mobile

Microsoft Designer, the company's AI-powered design tool, officially hit general availability on Wednesday after being unveiled during Ignite 2022.

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After Making Windows Recall Opt-In, Microsoft Yanks Feature from PCs Entirely

Microsoft is putting the brakes on its Windows Recall feature that was designed to "retrace users' steps."

Microsoft Retires the Windows Subsystem for Android

Did its death come too soon?

How To Fix Problems with Cached Credentials in Windows 11

While the fix might not be obvious, it should only take a few minutes to get back up and running.

Microsoft Drops 147 Fixes for April Patch Tuesday

In what is the largest security patch of the year, Microsoft has released 147 CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) for April.

Microsoft Reveals Pricing for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates

Microsoft this week announced that those looking for extended support for Windows 10 after its end of life date of Oct. 14, 2025 will pay $61 per device for the first year, for some enterprise customers.

Microsoft Names Pavan Davuluri as New Windows and Surface Chief

Microsoft has named company veteran Pavan Davuluri to lead the new Windows and Surface team.

Windows 11 Configuration Checklist, Part 2: Fine Tuning

I'm back with another batch of configuration tweaks you may want to make after refreshing your Windows 11 deployment.

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Commercial Windows 10 Version 21H2 Support Ending June 11

Microsoft has announced that Enterprise and Education versions of Windows 10 version 21H2 will lose support on June 11, 2024.

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