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Windows Features

How to Enable WebSocket Protocol on Windows 11?

Enable WebSocket Protocol on Windows 11: It is a standardized communication protocol that provides full-duplex communication channels over a single TCP connection. This means that both the client and the server can send messages to each other independently and simultaneously. WebSockets are particularly useful for applications that require real-time updates, such as chat applications, live […]

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Windows Features

Enable Internet Information Services [IIS] 6.0 Management Compatibility

Enable IIS 6 Management Compatibility on Windows 11: As Windows 11 continues to refine and enhance its features, the need for managing web services efficiently becomes increasingly crucial. Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft’s powerful web server solution, is a cornerstone for hosting and serving web applications. In certain scenarios, compatibility with IIS 6 management tools […]

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How To?

How to create Windows 11 Bootable USB using Rufus?

Windows 11 Bootable USB: Unlike a regular USB drive for storing files, a bootable USB is specially prepared with a bootable image file (like an ISO) and a bootloader, allowing the computer to recognize it as a bootable device during startup. This makes it a versatile tool for installing new operating systems, running live environments, […]

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Windows Features

Quick way to Enable Windows Authentication for IIS on Windows 11

Enable Windows Authentication for IIS: This is a security mechanism for authenticating users based on their Windows credentials, typically within an organization’s network. When users try to access a resource or application, Windows Authentication checks their credentials (username and password) against a Windows domain or Active Directory. If a user is already logged into a […]

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Keyboard Shortcuts

Essential Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts List [Latest]

Essential Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts: Windows 11 looks great, but if you’re still moving your mouse for every single action, you’re leaving a lot of speed on the table. The right key combo can turn a three-click process into a split-second habit. I’ve pulled together this list to cover everything from the basic “must-knows” to […]

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Windows 11

Quick way to Enable Internet Printing Client on Windows 11

Enable Internet Printing Client on Windows 11: An optional feature available on Windows 11 allows your computer to print documents over the network using Internet Printing Protocol (IPP). For example, Alice works in a company with offices in multiple cities. Alice is in the New York City office but wants to print a document for […]

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Windows Features

Enable HTTP Activation on Windows 11 – Easy Way

Enable HTTP Activation on Windows 11: This feature in Windows 11 allows Windows Process Activation Service (WAS) to activate applications using HTTP protocols. It is particularly relevant for applications that are hosted in Internet Information Services (IIS) and utilize Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) services. It is listed under the .NET Framework in Windows features because […]

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Windows Features

Enable Unified Write Filter on Windows 11

Unified Write Filter, shortly called UWF, is a Windows 11 Enterprise Editions exclusive optional Feature. This feature is also available for Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 IoT Editions. However, Windows 10 is approaching its end of life, so it is highly recommended that users move to Windows 11 Editions. UWF is designed to enhance […]

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CMD & PowerShell

Enable Microsoft Print to PDF using CMD & PowerShell on Windows 11

Microsoft Print to PDF is a built-in Feature on Windows 11 that allows users to save documents to PDF files without using any 3rd-party applications. Though you can enable Microsoft Print to PDF via GUI, some users prefer to enable or disable this feature on Windows 11 using the Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell. Using […]

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Windows Security

Run Windows Defender Scan via Command Prompt on Windows 11

Windows Defender Scan via Command Prompt: It is an Integrated Advanced Security Feature from Microsoft that protects Windows 11 from various potential threats. There are different ways to access Windows Defender on Windows 11, such as via the Control Panel, via the Windows Settings, etc. However, it is possible to run Windows Defender Scan via […]

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Windows Features

Enable LPR Port Monitor on Windows 11

Enable LPR Port Monitor on Windows 11: The Line Printer Remote (LPR) Port Monitor in Windows 11 is a feature that facilitates printing tasks over a network. It is primarily used in environments where UNIX or Linux systems, Virtual Memory Systems (VMS), are integrated with Windows; the LPR Port Monitor enables stable communication between these […]

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Windows Features

How to Add XPS Viewer in Windows 11?

Install XPS Viewer in Windows 11: XPS(XML Paper Specification) is a file format developed by Microsoft that preserves document formatting and ensures document fidelity across different devices and platforms. The XPS Viewer provides features such as zooming, rotating, searching within documents, and printing. Users can open XPS files directly in the XPS Viewer or set […]

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