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Turn On or Off Tamper Protection for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Turn On or Off Tamper Protection for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off Tamper Protection for Microsoft Defender Antivirus settings in Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software that is included in Windows 11 and can help protect your device from viruses, malware, and other threats. Tamper Protection in Windows Security helps prevent malicious apps from changing important Microsoft Defender Antivirus settings, including real-time protection and cloud-delivered protection. If Tamper Protection is turned on and you're an administrator on your computer, you can still change these settings in the Windows Security app. However, other apps can't change these settings. Tamper protection essentially locks Microsoft Defender Antivirus to its...
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Change Microsoft Defender Antivirus Max CPU Usage during Scan in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Change Microsoft Defender Antivirus Max CPU Usage during Scan in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to change the maximum percentage of CPU usage allowed during a scan by Microsoft Defender Antivirus for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software included in Windows 10/11 that can help protect your device from viruses, malware, and other threats. Microsoft Defender Antivirus regularly scans your device to help keep it safe. It tries to do this while you are not using your device so it doesn’t interfere with your work. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is allowed a maximum of 50 percent CPU usage during a scan by default in Windows. You can specify a maximum percentage CPU usage during a scan you want allowed instead. Specifying a max CPU usage should be...
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Delete BitLocker Recovery Key from Microsoft Account

Privacy and Security Delete BitLocker Recovery Key from Microsoft Account

This tutorial will show you how to delete backed up BitLocker recovery keys from your Microsoft account. Windows will require a BitLocker recovery key when it detects a possible unauthorized attempt to access the data on a drive (volume) encrypted by BitLocker or Device Encryption. This extra step is a security precaution intended to keep your data safe and secure. This can also happen if you make changes in hardware, firmware, or software which BitLocker cannot distinguish from a possible attack. In these cases, BitLocker may require the extra security of the recovery key even if the user is an authorized owner of the device. This is to be certain that the person trying to unlock the data really is authorized. Each separate OS, fixed...
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Reset Windows Security app in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Reset Windows Security app in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to reset the Windows Security app for your account or all users in 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. If Windows Security is crashing or not opening, you can reset the Windows Security app to hopefully fix it...
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Check Device Encryption Support in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Check Device Encryption Support in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to check if your PC supports using Device Encryption in Windows 11. Device encryption is a Windows feature that enables BitLocker encryption automatically for the Operating System drive and fixed drives. It’s particularly beneficial for everyday users who want to ensure their personal information is safe without having to manage complex security settings. When you first sign in or set up a device with a Microsoft account, or work or school account, Device Encryption is turned on and a recovery key is attached to that account. If you're using a local account, Device Encryption isn't turned on automatically. Unlike BitLocker Drive Encryption, which is available on Windows Pro, Enterprise, or Education...
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Add Turn On or Off Location Services Context Menu in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Add Turn On or Off Location Services Context Menu in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to add a turn on or off "Location Services" context menu for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Location Services context menu added by this tutorial will allow you to quickly turn on or turn off location services for the device (all users) or for apps (current user) on demand. Microsoft operates a location service that helps determine the precise geographic location of your Windows device. The precise location of your device allows apps to give you directions, show shops and restaurants that are near you, and more. Many apps and services request location information from your device, and the Windows location service gives you control over which apps are allowed to access your precise...
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Enable or Disable Diagnostic Data Viewer in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Diagnostic Data Viewer in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Diagnostic Data Viewer for all users in Windows 11. Microsoft uses diagnostic data to keep Windows secure and up to date, troubleshoot problems, and make product improvements as described in more detail below. Regardless of whether you choose to send Optional diagnostic data, your device will be just as secure and will operate normally. This data is transmitted to Microsoft and stored with one or more unique identifiers that can help us recognize an individual user on an individual device and understand the device's service issues and use patterns. The Diagnostic Data Viewer app lets you review the Windows diagnostic data your device is sending to Microsoft, grouping the info into...
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Enable or Disable Automatic Sample Submission for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Automatic Sample Submission for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable automatic sample submission for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software that is included in Windows 11 and can help protect your device from viruses, malware, and other threats. Cloud-delivered protection and automatic sample submission work together with Microsoft Defender Antivirus to help protect against new and emerging threats. If a suspicious or malicious file is detected, a sample is sent to the cloud service for analysis while Microsoft Defender Antivirus blocks the file. As soon as a determination is made, which happens quickly, the file is either released or blocked by Microsoft Defender Antivirus. In the event...
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Run Microsoft Defender Offline Scan in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Run Microsoft Defender Offline Scan in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to manually run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan of your PC in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Microsoft Defender Offline is an antimalware scanning tool that lets you boot and run a scan from a trusted environment. The scan runs from outside the normal Windows kernel so it can target malware that attempts to bypass the Windows shell, such as viruses and rootkits that infect or overwrite the master boot record (MBR). You can use Microsoft Defender Offline if you suspect a malware infection, or you want to confirm a thorough clean of the endpoint after a malware outbreak. You must be signed in as an administrator to run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan. Microsoft Defender Offline Scan log files are stored...
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Clear Activity History in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Clear Activity History in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to clear activity history for your account in Windows 11. Activity history helps keep track of the things you do on your device, such as the apps and services you use, the files you open, and the websites you browse. Your activity history is stored locally on your device, and if you’ve signed in to your device with a Microsoft account or work or school account and given your permission, Windows sends your activity history to Microsoft. Microsoft uses the activity history data to provide you with personalized experiences (such as ordering your activities based on duration of use) and relevant suggestions (such as anticipating what your needs might be based on your activity history). You can clear and...
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Enable or Disable Send Activity History to Microsoft in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Send Activity History to Microsoft in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable sending activity history to Microsoft for your account or all users in Windows 11. Activity history helps keep track of the things you do on your device, such as the apps and services you use, the files you open, and the websites you browse. Your activity history is stored locally on your device, and if you’ve signed in to your device with a Microsoft account or work or school account and given your permission, Windows sends your activity history to Microsoft. Microsoft uses the activity history data to provide you with personalized experiences (such as ordering your activities based on duration of use) and relevant suggestions (such as anticipating what your needs might be based on...
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Turn On or Off "Notify when apps request location" in Windows 11

Privacy and Security Turn On or Off "Notify when apps request location" in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off "Notify when apps request location" for your account in Windows 11. Microsoft operates a location service that helps determine the precise geographic location of your Windows device. The precise location of your device allows apps to give you directions, show shops and restaurants that are near you, and more. Many apps and services request location information from your device, and the Windows location service gives you control over which apps are allowed to access your precise location. Starting with Windows 11 build 25977 (Canary), Microsoft added a toggle to turn on or off "Notify when apps request location" to help you manage which apps have access to the list of Wi-Fi networks...
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