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Vigneshwaran Vijayakumar

Hello, I'm Vigneshwaran, the founder, owner, and author of WinSides.Com. With nearly a decade of experience in blogging across various domains and specializing in Windows-related tutorials for over five years, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to WinSides.Com

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Time and Language

How to Set Time Automatically on Windows 11?

Set Time Automatically on Windows 11: This option will save a lot of time and effort for you. You can leave the Time Settings to Windows, it will make sure you are on the right and accurate time. During the Installation of Windows 11, if we are connected to the Internet, Windows will try to […]

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News

Adieus Amigo – This is Skype, Signing Off!

Microsoft officially announced the retirement of Skype by May 2025. For Skype, it is quite a journey. It was founded by Niklas Zennström, and Janus Friis on 2003 and it was acquired by Microsoft on 2011. For more modern Communications, Microsoft is now replacing Skype with Teams. Microsoft has made the onboard process easier. Whether […]

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How To?

How to Clean C Drive in Windows 11?

Keeping the C Drive clean is crucial if you are a Windows User, but wait? Why C Drive? There are other Drives, but the C Drive is the default drive for the installation of Windows Operating Systems. You can manually change the installation path, however, the C Drive is the default path. If we keep […]

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System

Enable End Task in Taskbar by Right-click on Windows 11?

Enable End Task in Taskbar by Right-click: When we are using applications on Windows 11, when our work is done, we close the application by clicking on the Close Button (X) in the Top bar of the application. We can also close an application using the ALT + F4 key combination. Either way, the system […]

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Privacy and Security

What is Activity History on Windows 11?

Activity History on Windows 11 is a feature that tracks your actions on the Windows 11 OS. These actions include the Apps you open, the Files you access, and the Website History of the Microsoft Edge Browser. The Silver Lining is that if you have an associated Microsoft Account, this data can be sent for […]

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Accessibility

What are Filter Keys on Windows 11?

Just like Sticky Keys, Filter Keys on Windows 11 is an useful accessibility feature. It is essential for users who has difficulty typing due to Hand Tremors or Accidental Key Presses. When Filter Keys Feature is enabled on Windows 11, Windows 11 will make sure the keyboard ignores repeated key strokes. This will make it […]

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Accessibility

How to Turn Off Sticky Keys on Windows 11?

Turn Off Sticky Keys on Windows 11: Almost all the Windows users would have faced this annoying pop up especially while gaming or recording our screen or doing important stuff. Have you ever wondered what sticky keys are and why Windows operating systems shows this pop up. In this article, let’s check out What are […]

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Personalization

How to Enable Dynamic Lighting on Windows 11?

Dynamic Lighting on Windows 11: This is a popular feature among the Gamers who are into RGB Lightings. You don’t need a 3rd party software to control RGB Lighting on compatible peripherals like Keyboard, Mouse, Mouse Pad, etc., on Windows 11. Popular Brands like Razer, Logitech, Corsair, etc., are selling various RGB Devices and Peripherals, […]

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How To?

How to Enable Game Mode on Windows 11?

Enable Game Mode on Windows 11: It is one of the interesting features available on Windows 11 and it helps Gamers to enhance the Gaming Performance on Windows 11 OS. This Mode allows Windows to prioritize gaming experience by optimizing the other processes that are running in the background. It may help reducing the Frame […]

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How To?

How to Check PC Specs without Logging into Windows 11?

In certain situations like Buying a used PC, Windows Crashes, Handling BSOD, checking for RAM or GPU Upgrades, etc., one may want to check PC Specs without logging into Windows 11 as their access might be limited or unavailable due to various Technical reasons. There are several ways with which you can check out your […]

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News

Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip – The Future of Quantum Computing?

Majorana 1 Chip: Microsoft, the global conglomerate and a highly influential company in the field of Computers and Technologies, released their 1st Topological core-based quantum Computing Chip called Majorana 1. Unlike Google and IBM, Microsoft is using Majorana Particles, a mysterious state of matter that could make qubits faster, stabler, and more scalable. If it […]

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Apps

Download & Use Offline Maps on Windows 11

Offline Maps on Windows 11: This interesting feature from the Microsoft on Windows Operating Systems allows you to download and access maps without an Internet Connection. If you are travelling to a poor network coverage area, or if you want to avoid expensive roaming charges for Internet, you can use Offline Maps on Windows 11. […]

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Accessibility

How to Change Font Size on Windows 11?

Change Font Size on Windows 11: Are you struggling to read texts on Windows 11? You found yourself squinting on your screen? Well, Windows 11 offers built-in options to tweak and customize Windows 11 appearance allowing users to have a more comfortable viewing experience. One such customization is adjusting Font Size on Windows 11. In […]

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Accessibility

How to Enable Transparency Effects on Windows 11?

Transparency Effects on Windows 11: The idea of Translucent Effects is conceptually similar to the Aero Glass Feature introduced in Windows Vista’s Aero Theme. However, the Aero Glass used heavy blur and reflections, requiring high system resources. The Aero Glass was then removed on Windows 8, and Windows 10 reintroduced Transparency Effects (Fluent Design System) […]

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Windows 11

What is DirectX Shader Cache on Windows 11 OS?

DirectX Shader Cache on Windows 11: In general, a Cache is a small, temporary storage system that stores frequently used data to make the processes faster. There are different types of Cache such as CPU Cache, Disk Cache, Browser Cache, Shader Cache, etc. Each of the Cache functions accordingly and improve the system performance. A […]

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Network and Internet

How to Enable Mobile Hotspot on Windows 11?

Enable Mobile Hotspot on Windows 11: Sharing your Internet via your Android Smartphone or iPhone is an easy and hassle-free process. Have you ever wondered is it possible to share your Internet Connection from your Windows 11 PC or Laptop using the Mobile Hotspot option on Windows 11? In this article, we will check out […]

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Apps

How to “Choose Where to Get Apps” on Windows 11?

Choose Where to Get Apps on Windows 11: This feature allows users to control Application Installation Sources on Windows 11. It provides an extra layer of security restricting where the applications can be installed from. This can be really useful for public computers like Schools, Office Environment, etc, which can restrict users from installing applications […]

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Accounts

How to Enable Dynamic Lock on Windows 11?

Dynamic Lock on Windows 11: Windows offers different security measures for logging into your Windows 11 Account. The different ways of sign-in includes Facial Recognition, Fingerprint Recognition, PIN, and Physical Security Key. All of these sign-in options are highly secure and once you are signed in, then the Windows 11 will be open until you […]

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Time and Language

Enable “Recognize Non-Native Accents for this Language” on Windows 11

Recognize Non-Native Accents for this Language on Windows 11: Artificial Intelligence is taking up the game to the new level, and Global Conglomerates like Google, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, etc have been working on Voice Recognition for a long time and reaching Milestones. However, sometimes, it can be frustrating even for Native Speakers when a speech […]

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Windows Security

How to Allow an App through Windows Firewall?

Windows Firewall: It is a network security system designed to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It acts as a barrier between your computer and potential threats from the internet or other networks, helping to protect your system from unauthorized access and cyber-attacks. Windows Firewall was first introduced […]

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How To?

How to Enable HDR Video Streaming on Windows 11?

Have you ever wondered while playing a Game or Streaming a Movie on Netflix or Amazon Prime, and your Windows 11 Display seem more dull than normal? It is because the High Dynamic Range Settings are turned off on Windows 11. When HDR is turned off, the Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) contents will look normal, […]

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Windows 11

Install Braille Display with Narrator on Windows 11

Braille Display with Narrator on Windows 11: Braille is a tactical writing system for visually impaired individuals to read and write. In 1824, it was developed by Louis Braille based on Six-dot system who lost his sight due to an accident at the age of three. Currently, it is used worldwide in Books, Signs, Digital […]

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Windows 11

How to Change Mouse Pointer Style on Windows 11?

Change Mouse Pointer Style on Windows 11: The first computer mouse was invented in 1964 by Douglas Engelbart at the Stanford Research Institute. However, it was commercially popularized by Apple when they Integrated it with Lisa and Macintosh Computers during the early 1980s. The invention of the mouse revolutionized the way people interact with computers. […]

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How To?

How to Run Firefox as Administrator on Windows 11? 5+ Best ways!

Mozilla Firefox is one of the most widely used web browsers. This is browser is known for its speed, privacy, and open source nature. You can run Firefox as administrator will offers you the following things. As a developer or tester, you may need elevated permissions to debug specific features or test browser configurations without […]

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How To?

Run Google Chrome as Administrator on Windows 11! {6+} Best Ways

Google Chrome is one of the most widely used web browsers, offering speed, security, and an extensive range of features. Chrome is a cross platform application and so you can use chrome on desktop, tabs, and mobile based devices. Chrome browser offers you fast performance and ability to load web pages quickly and also have […]

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How To?

How to Run Edge as Administrator on Windows 11? 5+ Best Ways!

Microsoft Edge is one of the best browsers for downloading Google Chrome during a fresh Windows installation on any PC. With the Edge browser, you can browse the web, watch videos, and download software and games. Since Edge is built on the Chromium platform, you can customize it by installing themes or extensions to enhance […]

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How To?

5+ Quick Ways to Run DxDiag as Administrator on Windows 11!

The DirectX Diagnostic Tool (DxDiag) is a built-in utility tool in Windows 11 that provides detailed information about your system’s hardware and software configuration, focusing on graphics, sound, and input devices. This DxDiag will be very helpful while troubleshooting the graphics related issues on your pc. You can view most of the information from dxdiag […]

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How To?

Different Ways to Run MSDT as Administrator on Windows 11

MSDT, the short form of Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool is an in-built utility tool that allows users, and admin troubleshoot system issues, run diagnostic scripts, error data collection for support, Microsoft Assist Report Generation, etc. However, Microsoft announced deprecation of this tool and redirect troubleshooters to different platforms. By 2025, MSDT platform will be completed […]

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How To?

How to Run System Restore as Administrator on Windows 11? 5 Effective Ways!

System Restore a Microsoft Windows tool that restores a computer to a previous state of your computer with your files and folders. If your system gets corrupted and then running system restore will allows you to revert your system to a previous state, effectively fixing issues caused by software changes, driver installations, or system updates. […]

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