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Securing a Windows 11 Child Account: How to Lock Down Microsoft Edge and Prevent Account Sign-Outs
Managing a Windows 11 child account can be challenging when a child intentionally signs out of Microsoft Edge or their Microsoft account to bypass restrictions. In this guide, I walk through the exact configuration I used to maintain Microsoft Family Safety protections, lock down Edge profile settings, and prevent unwanted sign-outs using Windows policy-based controls and registry settings.
Steven
Sep 214 min read


Understanding Virus Pop-Ups in the Windows 11 Notification Bar
Have you ever received a frightening virus warning in the Windows 11 notification bar? These pop-ups often look like legitimate security alerts but are usually generated by malicious websites trying to trick users into clicking links, calling fake support numbers, or downloading unwanted software. Learn how to identify, remove, and prevent these deceptive notifications.
Steven
Aug 113 min read


RDP Login Failures After Windows 11 Update KB5065426: Cause and Fix
RDP logins failing after Windows 11 update KB5065426, even with the right password? Duplicate SIDs from cloned machines are the cause. Here's the quick rollback fix and the permanent one.
Steven
Jun 52 min read


Pictures in a Microsoft Word Document Won't Print - Fixed
Images show on screen but come out blank when you print? Usually it's two print settings in Word, or an older document format. Here's how to fix both.
Steven
Nov 4, 20242 min read


How to Remove the "Learn About This Picture" Icon From Your Desktop
Like Windows Spotlight backgrounds but not the Learn about this picture icon on your desktop? A small registry file removes the icon and keeps the daily images.
Steven
Mar 29, 20242 min read


PowerShell Commands to Remove Unwanted Built-In Windows Apps
Windows comes with apps many people never use. Here are the PowerShell commands to remove unwanted built-in apps from Windows 10 and 11.
Steven
Oct 8, 20232 min read


Tiny Font When Writing Emails in Outlook? Quick Fix
Text suddenly tiny when you write an email in Outlook? Don't panic. It's just the zoom level, and one shortcut sets it back to normal.
Steven
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Creating a Local Windows Login on Windows 10
Don't want to sign in to Windows 10 with a Microsoft account? Here's how to create a local, offline account during setup instead.
Steven
Apr 5, 20232 min read


How to Remove the Windows 11 "System Requirements Not Met" Watermark
Running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware and stuck with the System requirements not met watermark? A quick registry edit removes it.
Steven
Apr 1, 20232 min read
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