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Determine Hyper-V Virtual Machine Generation in Windows 11

Virtualization Determine Hyper-V Virtual Machine Generation in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to see if a Hyper-V virtual machine is generation 1 or generation 2 in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. When you create a new Hyper-V virtual machine, you can choose to create...
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Uninstall and Reinstall Widgets in Windows 11

Apps Uninstall and Reinstall Widgets in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to uninstall or reinstall widgets for all users in Windows 11. Widgets are small cards that display dynamic content from your favorite apps and services on your Windows desktop. They appear on the widgets board, where you can discover, pin, unpin, arrange, resize, and customize widgets to reflect your interests. Your widgets board is optimized to show relevant widgets and personalized content based on your usage. Your widgets board consists of two sections: your widgets and your news feed. Your widgets are all located at the top of the widgets board. The news feed can be found below your widgets. The following sections describe how to use the widgets board. References...
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Update Security Questions for Local Account in Windows 11

Accounts Update Security Questions for Local Account in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to update your security questions for your local account in Windows 11. When you set up a local account with a password via Settings, you are required by default to select and answer security questions. Security questions provide an extra layer of protection for your local account in case you forget your password. These security questions are used to verify who you are so you can reset the password of your local account on the sign-in screen if needed. Available security questions for a local account: What was your first pet's name? What's the name of the city where you were born? What was your childhood nickname? What's the name of the city where your parents met? What's the first name of your oldest...
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Enable or Disable "Pin to taskbar" and "Unpin from taskbar" in Windows 11

Personalization Enable or Disable "Pin to taskbar" and "Unpin from taskbar" in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable the ability to Pin to taskbar and Unpin from taskbar for specific or all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The taskbar in Windows 11 shows the Start menu, Search, Task View, Widgets, Chat, File Explorer, Microsoft Edge, and Microsoft Store buttons (icons) aligned to the center by default. The taskbar will also show the icon of the app for any window you have open. If you like, you can pin an app to the taskbar to always show the app's icon on the taskbar whether the app is open or not. Pinning an app to the taskbar makes it easier to open the app on demand from the taskbar. You can enable the Do not allow pinning programs to the taskbar policy to disable and remove Pin to taskbar...
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Delete Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Delete Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to delete one or more Hyper-V virtual machines at once in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. If you no longer need a Hyper-V virtual machine, you can easily delete it to remove...
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Upgrade Configuration Version for Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Upgrade Configuration Version for Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to upgrade the configuration version of one or more Hyper-V virtual machines at once in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. When you create a virtual machine, it's created with...
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Rename Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Rename Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to rename a Hyper-V virtual machine in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. You can rename a Hyper-V virtual machine anytime you like. When you rename a Hyper-V virtual machine...
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Import Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Import Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to import (restore) a Hyper-V virtual machines in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. You can export a Hyper-V virtual machine to back it up, and import (restore) as needed. An...
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View All Devices Linked to your Microsoft Account

Accounts View All Devices Linked to your Microsoft Account

This tutorial will show you how to see a list of all devices (PCs and Xbox consoles) linked to your Microsoft account. When you sign in to a device with your Microsoft account, that device will get added and linked to your Microsoft account. When you add a device to your Microsoft account, you can access online features for your device from your Microsoft account devices page at Microsoft. Starting with Windows 11 build 22631.3672, build 26227.5000 (Canary), build 26120.751 (Dev), and build 26100.1297 (RP), Microsoft is introducing a new Linked devices page under Settings > Accounts that allows you to manage PCs and Xbox consoles that you are signed in to with your Microsoft account. This settings page will only show on the Home and...
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Export Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Export Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to export (backup) one or more Hyper-V virtual machines at once in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. You can export a Hyper-V virtual machine to back it up, and import (restore)...
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Add Windows Security to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Add Windows Security to Desktop Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add "Windows Security" to the Desktop context menu for all users in Windows 10 and 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. Virus & threat protection - Monitor threats to your device, run scans, and get updates to help...
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Rename Checkpoint for Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

Virtualization Rename Checkpoint for Hyper-V Virtual Machine in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to rename a checkpoint for a Hyper-V virtual machine in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Hyper-V enables running virtualized computer systems on top of a physical host. These virtualized systems can be used and managed just as if they were physical computer systems, however they exist in virtualized and isolated environment. Special software called a hypervisor manages access between the virtual systems and the physical hardware resources. Virtualization enables quick deployment of computer systems, a way to quickly restore systems to a previously known good state, and the ability to migrate systems between physical hosts. One of the great benefits to virtualization is the ability to easily save the state of...
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