BitLocker is a feature of the Windows operating systems (Windows Vista and later) which is used to protect data by providing encryption to drives. It also helps to protect your system against unauthorized changes. BitLocker Requirements To run BitLocker, you
Difference Between Hyper-V Checkpoint and System Restore Point in Windows
We all are aware of the existence of Hyper-V checkpoint and system restore point (a feature available inside every window's operating system). Apparently, they do the same thing but there is a small difference which I will explain in this article.
Four ways to transfer your Data from One Windows PC to Another
When you move to a new Windows 10 PC with shiny hardware, you may need to transfer your personal files from an old PC. Here are four commonly used ways to transfer the data from one PC to another PC.
List of Default Restrictions for Client Computers in Windows Server 2012 R2 Domain
When a new machine joined an Active Directory Domain on Server 2012 R2, some default restrictions are applied to the client unless the domain administrator has changed them. Windows Domain client default restrictions Here is the complete list: Network settings
How to visualize file system usage on Windows
You like to get a clear view of your filesystem to find the files and folders that take up all the space on the hard drive? Then WinDirStat is the right tool for you, it is a free (OpenSource) program that has been
How to use a Laptop as second Monitor on Windows
You have a laptop and want to use it as a second monitor to mirror or extend your Windows Desktop? Here are some options for the different Windows versions.
Enable virtualization on Gigabyte Z77X-UDH3 motherboard BIOS
To enable virtualization on a machine with a Z77X-UDH3 motherboard run the BIOS by hitting Del while booting the computer. Once inside click on the BIOS Features tab and look for the Intel Virtualization Technology entry. If it's set on Disabled,
Virtualbox: VT-X is not available
In some cases when you try to get a virtual machine running with Virtualbox or similar virtualization software you will get an error stating that 'VT-X is not available'. This relates to BIOS settings which, depending on your processor, determine
Use the SkyDrive desktop app to access your SkyDrive from Win 7, 8 and Mac OS X
While SkyDrive needed complex folder mapping to be accessed from your computer's file system in the past it is now possible to download a desktop app from the Microsoft website: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/skydrive/download Scroll down and click the Download the desktop app button
How to disable network file-sharing on Windows
By default Windows computers participate in file-sharing of local networks - it recognizes other devices in that network such as other computers and printers and shares all data in the folders set to do so. If you want to turn