@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ MDGx MAX Speed WinDOwS İTricks · Secrets · Bugs · Fixes ŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻhttp://www.mdgx.com/ŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻ ŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻ Windows 10/2016/2019/11/2022 Tweaks, Fixes, Guides, Downloads + Links ŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻŻ These topics refer strictly to all English retail/final/gamma/Gold/RTM/OEM releases, versions, editions + builds [including previews, Service Packs (SPs), updates + patches] 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) of these Microsoft Windows operating systems (OSes) - 10 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_10 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_10_editions http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_10_version_history - 11 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_11 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_11_version_history - Server 2016 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Server_2016 - Server 2019 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Server_2019 - Server 2022 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Server_2022 unless specified otherwise: http://www.mdgx.com/10.php Also available as plain text/ASCII file (this file): http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT BONUS: More Windows 10/11 (clearly marked) tweaks, hacks, fixes, guides, links + tools (all included): - MDGx "Win10 Block Tools (10_BLOCK)" in 10_BLOCK.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#10BLK http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.php http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.TXT - MDGx "Windows 8/8.1 Tweaks, Fixes, Guides, Downloads + Links" in WINDOWS8.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/8.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS8.TXT - MDGx "Windows 7/7 SP1 Tweaks, Fixes, Guides, Downloads + Links" in WINDOWS7.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT - MDGx "List of Useful Windows NTx Tools [free(ware)]" in TOOLS.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT FYI: Windows NTx (based on Windows NT) = Windows NT4/2000/XP/2003/Vista/2008/7/8/8.1/2012/10/2016/2019/11/2022/newer Windows 9x (based on Windows 95) = Windows 95/95 OSR1/95 OSR2.x/98/98 SP1/98 SE(U)/ME @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@ ALWAYS BACKUP ALL YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM DRIVES TO A SAFE LOCATION @@ @@ BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE ANY SYSTEM CHANGES ! @@ @@ -> "Free(ware) WinDOwS Backup + Restore Tools" section in @@ @@ SECRETS.TXT (included): @@ @@ http://www.mdgx.com/secrets.htm#BKP @@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ WARNING: * Take EXTREME CAUTION when modifying/adjusting/customizing your Registry/System/Startup files/configuration/settings! Faulty changes may result in crashes/lockups/permanent data loss, or might lead to having you REINSTALL your Operating System(s)! YOU are the ONLY one responsible for ANY changes YOU make! ALWAYS HAVE YOUR MOST RECENT SYSTEM BACKUP READY! -> "Free(ware) WinDOwS Backup + Restore Tools" in SECRETS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/secrets.htm#BKP * BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 * Some of these tricks + apps/programs/tools/scripts require adequate/advanced knowledge about critical computing, operating systems (OSes), registry, services, shared environments, networks, cybersecurity, and other related subjects/disciplines: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Microsoft_operating_systems http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Registry http://www.mdgx.com/reg.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Windows_services http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Real-time_computing http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enterprise_software http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shared_resource http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_network http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_security http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_security NOTES: - These İTricks + Secrets have been tested on many computers, but with NO guarantee they should also work for you. - Some of these tips I stumbled upon while browsing the Internet or while helping others with WinDOwS problems, some were kindly sent in by concerned readers (all authors/contributors are acknowledged and reliable sources given proper credit), and some I discovered on my own. Enjoy the ride. - Contributed tips (clearly marked) and other web sites mentioned here do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the author + owner of these files + of this web site. Please send me feedback online: http://www.mdgx.com/form.htm Must have + useful Windows NTx Software Programs [99.99% free(ware)] from TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT Must have + useful Software Programs [99.99% free(ware)] from SOFTWARE.TXT (included): - MDGx Windows NTx Extras: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm - MDGx 1000+ Windows NTx Power Toys + Tweaking Tools: http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm - MDGx Windows NTx Web Browsers + Internet Power Toys: http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm WIN10.TXT Contents: [New İtweaks added at the TOP] Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU) On The Edge of A Hostile Takeover = Uninstall + Replace Edge While You Still Can Windows Updates (WU) Catalog, Listings + Guides Turn OFF/Remove Windows 10 Adware, Spyware, Security Flaws + Repair/Restore Privacy Tweak Windows 10/11 Services Windows Settings (WS) + Control Panel (CP) Shortcuts Tweaks, Hacks + Fixes... UNconventional, UNdocumented, UNcensored ;-/ Essential Add-ons, Components, Fixes, Updates, Tools + Games [free(ware)] Tweak, Customize + Repair Tools on the Internet [free(ware)] BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S) -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 Whazz App? -> WINDOWS8.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/8.php Tweaks, Hacks + Fixes... UNconventional, UNdocumented, UNcensored ;-/ -> WINDOWS8.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/8.php Tweaks, Hacks + Fixes... UNconventional, UNdocumented, UNcensored ;-/ -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Updates/(Hot)Fixes/Patches + Windows Update (WU) -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Internet + Web Browsers Tweaks, Fixes + Tools -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Internet%20%2B%20Web%20Browsers%20Tweaks%2C%20Fixes%20%2B%20Tools%20%5BChromium%2FChrome%2C%20Firefox Digital + Internet/Online Privacy, Security + Safety -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Digital%20%2B%20Internet%2FOnline%20Privacy%2C%20Security%20%2B%20Safety%20%3D%20Your%20Top%20Priority Chromium/Chrome/X-Chromium/Thorium/Brave/Vivaldi Automated Clean-Up -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Everything About The Infamous (Not So) Trusted Installer -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Free(ware) Start Menu Shell Replacements -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Control Panel (CP) + Omnipotent/Master/Mega/'god mode' (OMg) Control Panel -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Windows (Defender) Firewall (WF) Tweaks + Tools -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Public Root DNS Servers -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Public%20Root%20DNS%20Servers%20%5B%2A%5D Turn OFF/ON User Account Control (UAC) -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Turn OFF Action/Security Center + Notifications/Messages -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Tweak Windows 7/7 SP1 Services -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Logon + Password Tweaks -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Turn OFF/ON Link Layer Topology Discovery (LLTD) + Quality of Service (QoS) -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Desktop Background/Wallpaper Tweaks + Free(ware) Tools -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Turn OFF NVidia Telemetry -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Free(ware) 7/8/8.1/10/11 Aero Tools + Tweaks -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php XP -> 7/8/8.1 Easy Transfer Files + Settings -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Windows Side-by-Side (WinSxS) Folder -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Save Files List -> Text -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Maximize Your Internet/Network Traffic Speed = MTU -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 Wikipedia Resources + Free eBooks -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Free(ware), Open Source + Portable Software + Games @ MDGx.com -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php Advanced Appearance (Metrics) Settings [AA(M)S] for Windows 7/newer -> WINDOWS8.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/8.php TESTING ... TESTING !!! -> SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php SERVICES = MANUAL + ENABLED -> SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php WI-FI + BLUETOOTH = MANUAL -> SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php USELESS + UNSAFE SERVICES = DISABLED -> SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php Turn ON/OFF Services/Drivers Automatically Using Scripts -> SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php exFAT -> SECRETS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/secrets.htm#XFAT See also matching/related Windows NTx tweaks in DESKTOP.TXT, MYTIPS95.TXT, REGISTRY.TXT, TIPS2000.TXT, TIPS95.TXT, TIPSXP.TXT (all included): http://www.mdgx.com/newtip.htm ______________________________________________________________________________ Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU) * Turn OFF/delay/defer/pause/postpone/block/disable/stop/uninstall/delete/rollback Windows Updates (WU) in Windows 10/11: http://www.ghacks.net/2018/09/27/how-to-delay-feature-updates-in-windows-10/ http://admx.help/HKLM/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Windows/WindowsUpdate http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.WindowsUpdate::DeferFeatureUpdates http://www.askvg.com/windows-10-tip-change-maximum-days-limit-to-pause-windows-updates-installation/ http://www.askvg.com/fixing-windows-10-automatic-updates-install-problem/ http://hashhackers.com/posts/easily-stop-windows-10-updates-for-your-desired-time-period/ http://tipsmake.com/turn-off-the-win-10-update-stop-windows-10-from-updating-automatically http://www.repairwin.com/seven-methods-to-stop-windows-10-updates-that-actually-work/ http://www.intowindows.com/how-to-pause-windows-update-download-in-windows-10/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/96097-view-configured-update-policies-windows-10-a-3.html http://supportcommunity.zebra.com/s/article/Re-enable-windows-feature-updates/ http://troubleshooter.xyz/wiki/disable-windows-creators-update-notice-in-windows-update/ http://forums.mydigitallife.net/threads/how-to-disable-updates-forever-windows-10-pro.77148/page-3 http://pastebin.com/mdB7xQrs http://syamdownloads.com/OnlineHelp/Management%20Utilities/Windows10UpdatesControllingUpdat.html http://www.winaero.com/defer-feature-updates-and-quality-updates-in-windows-10-version-2004/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_block_the_windows_10_version_1809_october_update.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_uninstall_windows_10_updates.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/what_is_the_update_orchestrator_service.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_delete_pending_windows_updates.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/configure_when_and_how_windows_updates_are_delivered.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_change_rollback_days_for_windows_10_feature_upgrades.html http://superuser.com/questions/1247989/ http://linustechtips.com/main/blogs/entry/1474-eleven-different-ways-to-disable-windows-update-in-windows-10-updated-march-2019/ http://superuser.com/questions/1213206/ http://www.msfn.org/how-to-block-windows-10-upgrades-on-your-business-network-and-at-home-too/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/free-update-blocker-tools-to-stop-automatic-windows-10-updates/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_delete_pending_windows_updates.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_stop_windows_updates_from_downloading_drivers_on_windows_10.html http://www.thewindowsclub.com/disable-delivery-optimization-via-group-policy-or-registry-editor/ http://tipsmake.com/steps-to-fix-windows-computer-that-randomly-wakes-up-to-check-for-updates http://tipsmake.com/how-to-enable-disable-the-pause-updates-feature-for-windows-update-in-windows-10 http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-wu-settings/ FYI: Show Hidden Windows Updates to be able to UNinstall them at will: http://www.digitalcitizen.life/how-manage-installed-or-hidden-windows-updates/ http://pureinfotech.com/hide-updates-windows-10/ File: http://download.microsoft.com/download/f/2/2/f22d5fdb-59cd-4275-8c95-1be17bf70b21/wushowhide.diagcab UNinstall Windows Updates: http://www.makeuseof.com/manually-uninstall-windows-10-updates/ * BUGs, Crashes, LockUps +/- Loss of Data !!! ********************************************* Way too many Microsoft official Windows 10 and 11 updates/upgrades/fixes/hotfixes/patches are buggy/faulty/flawed/unsafe, generate errors, corrupt your data, expose your personal/private/protected/secure information/files to security breaches/hacking/leaks/malware/spyware, crashes, lock up your computer(s)/laptop(s)/server(s)/device(s), reboot/restart unexpectedly in the middle of performing critical/essential/vital/important tasks/operations/work, or/and even cause loss of data/files [!], and here are just a few examples: http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2022/12/microsoft-digital-certificates-have-once-again-been-abused-to-sign-malware/ http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2022/10/how-a-microsoft-blunder-opened-millions-of-pcs-to-potent-malware-attacks/ http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/08/windows-11-and-server-2022-encryption-bug-could-damage-data-on-newer-devices/ http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-defender-falsely-detects-win32-hivezy-in-google-chrome-electron-apps/ http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/10/microsoft-suspends-distribution-of-latest-windows-10-update-over-data-loss-bug/ http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/11/latest-windows-10-update-breaks-windows-media-player-win32-apps-in-general/ http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2016/08/windows-10-anniversary-update-breaks-most-webcams/ http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-incomplete-printnightmare-patch-fails-to-fix-vulnerability/ http://www.msfn.org/microsoft-issues-windows-10-upgrade-warning/ http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-printnightmare-patch-is-now-causing-problems-for-some-printers/ http://www.zdnet.com/article/get-updating-microsoft-delivers-printnightmare-patch-for-more-windows-versions/ http://www.windowscentral.com/how-mitigate-printing-problems-update-kb5004945-windows-10/ http://kotaku.com/1846864671/ http://www.techradar.com/news/new-windows-10-update-is-causing-a-whole-world-of-pain/ http://betanews.com/2021/02/07/windows-10-updates-kb4598299-kb4598301-visual-studio-problems/ http://www.komando.com/security-privacy/latest-windows-10-update-causing-serious-issues-including-blue-screen-of-death/760098/ http://callnerds.com/windows-10-update-disaster-and-what-you-should-do-about-it/ http://www.pcmag.com/news/microsoft-re-releasing-windows-10-october-update-for-all/ http://www.maketecheasier.com/latest-windows-10-update-problems/ http://www.howtogeek.com/658194/ http://www.msfn.org/windows-latest-patches-crash-event-viewer-but-microsoft-has-temporary-fix/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2020/05/19/microsoft-windows-10-warning-crashes-bsod-chrome-browser-slowdown-gaming-problems-upgrade-windows-10-free/ http://www.pcmag.com/news/windows-10-update-degrades-performance-in-some-games/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2020/05/27/microsoft-issues-windows-10-update-warning-kb4556799-free-windows-10-upgrade/ http://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-windows-10-forced-updates-auto-restarts-are-the-worst/ http://www.theregister.com/2022/11/17/microsoft_windows_10_fix/ ... Would you like to know more? ;-/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdrjzE1SE58 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starship_Troopers_(film)#Politics_and_propaganda * Bonus: ******** Turn OFF/block/disable/stop Windows 11 update: http://www.easeus.com/knowledge-center/stop-windows-11-update.html http://www.ghacks.net/2021/07/06/how-to-block-the-windows-11-update/ ... And this is 1 of the reasons why: http://www.ghacks.net/2022/11/21/microsoft-is-turning-windows-11s-start-menu-into-an-advertisement-delivery-system/ * FIXes: ******** The easy fix step-by-step: Windows Update Blocker (WUB) [Wub.exe 32-bit + Wub_x64.exe 64-bit] for Windows 10/11 allows all users to block/disable/stop/turn OFF, and/or unblock/reenable/restart/turn back ON automatic/unattended/hidden/forced/behind-your-back/without-your-consent Microsoft Windows Updates (WU) service + interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services [up to 25 services!] + program executables which are very hard/almost impossible to control/manage without performing complicated/time consuming registry tweaks or without dedicated 3rd party tools (like this one): http://www.sordum.org/9470/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/windows-update-blocker/Wub.zip Screen shot: http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/windos_update_blocker_blocked.png 1. Use an unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool [free(ware)] http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ZIP -> open "Wub.zip" archive -> extract "Wub_x64.exe" [for Windows 10/11 64-bit (x64)] or "Wub.exe" [for Windows 10/11 32-bit (x86)] + "Wub.ini" into the same dedicated/empty directory/folder: I have used C:\TOOLS_10 in this example. 2. Open Explorer/similar/replacement -> right-click "Wub_x64.exe" [used in this example] -> Run as Administrator -> (1) check "Disable Updates" box -> (2) check "Protect Services Settings" box -> (3) click "Apply Now" -> close/exit WUB. http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/windos_update_blocker_blocked.png 3. Add this entry to your HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM) machine/system wide/all users registry "Run" subkey (example): TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] "WUB"="\"C:\\TOOLS_10\\Wub_x64.exe\" /D /P" ; ------End cut & paste here------ In this example Wub_x64.exe is located in the C:\TOOLS_10 folder. 4. OR: Create a new task to run Windows Update Blocker (WUB) periodically scheduled (say once a day) in the background using Task Scheduler [TaskSchd.msc] located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [where %WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]: http://www.windowscentral.com/how-create-automated-task-using-task-scheduler-windows-10/ Start -> Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type TaskSchd.msc -> press Enter -> right-click "Task Scheduler Library" folder -> New Folder -> type folder name (Tasks_10 in this example) -> Action top menu option -> Create Basic Task -> Create Basic Task Wizard -> type new task name in Name field (WUB_Run_Daily in this example) -> Next button -> check Daily box -> Next button -> check Start a program box -> Program/script field -> Browse button -> go to (example used here) C:\TOOLS_10\Wub_x64.exe -> Add arguments (optional) box -> type /D /P -> Finish button. Other tools similar to Windows Update Blocker (WUB) [free(ware)]: http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortdate/windows_update.html InControl for Windows 10/11 allows all users to block/disable/stop/turn OFF or delay/defer/pause/postpone automatic/unattended/hidden/forced/behind-your-back/without-your-consent Microsoft Windows Updates (WU) + upgrades which are very hard/almost impossible to control/manage without performing complicated/time consuming registry tweaks or without dedicated 3rd party tools (like this one): http://www.grc.com/incontrol.htm File: http://www.grc.com/files/incontrol.exe More details: http://www.grc.com/incontrol/details.htm Wu10Man for Windows 10 stops Windows Updates (WU) by tweaking Registry (Group Policy), disabling services + blocking URLs: http://weredev.com/developer/wu10man/ http://github.com/WereDev/Wu10Man/ Download: http://github.com/WereDev/Wu10Man/releases/latest/ Requires Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) 4.7.2/newer: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR 5. Restart/reboot. * TWEAKs: ********* Control exactly if, how, when + where Windows Updates (WU) will be (or not) downloaded to + installed on your computer(s)/laptop(s)/device(s). Windows Update MiniTool (WUMT) 32-bit + 64-bit tweaks, downloads, (un)installs, deletes +/- blocks Windows Updates (WU): http://win10.guru/toolkit-item-windows-update-minitool-wumt/ Download: http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/windows_update_minitool.html More Windows Update (WU) Tools: http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortdate/windows_update.html That's it, you're done, you can stop reading now. ;-/ ****************************************************************************** Naaah... I'm just messin' with you. :-) And now... The Long and Winding Road, http://andrewgodsell.wordpress.com/2016/05/17/the-beatles-in-wonderland/ for those dedicated minds who'd like to know how to overcome Microsoft obstacles + reclaim control over their rightfully owned Windows computers... ;-/ * OPTIONAL Steps + Explanation: ******************************* All steps below are optional if you wish to do this step-by-step by hand/manually, or/and if you'd like to learn about the complicated process and the tremendous length Microsoft went to in order to forbid Windows 10 users from disabling/stopping Windows Updates. Wow! WUB Brief Explanation: ********************** Windows Update Blocker (WUB) disables + protects (by changing ownership access, level, permissions, privileges, rights, modifying, renaming +/- overwriting them) these Windows Updates (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services: - Backup Scan = runs by default upon every (re)boot + periodically in the background -> %SystemRoot%\system32\usoclient.exe - Schedule Scan = runs by default upon every (re)boot + periodically in the background -> %SystemRoot%\system32\usoclient.exe - Schedule Scan Static Task = runs by default upon every (re)boot + periodically in the background -> %SystemRoot%\system32\usoclient.exe - UpdateModelTask = runs by default upon every (re)boot + periodically in the background -> %SystemRoot%\system32\usoclient.exe - USO_UxBroker = runs by default upon every (re)boot + periodically in the background -> %SystemRoot%\system32\MusNotification.exe found in this scheduled Tasks folder: %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator and also turns off, disables + protects (by changing ownership access, level, permissions, privileges, rights, modifying, renaming +/- overwriting them) these Windows Updates (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services -> see respective Registry + BATch files below: - DoSvc [Delivery Optimization service] - UsoSvc [Update Orchestrator service] - WaaSMedicSvc [Windows Update Medic service] http://appuals.com/what-is-waasmedic-and-how-to-disable-it-and-fix-it/ - wuauserv [Windows Update (Automatic Updates) service] WUB also stops temporarily this related service: - BITS [Background Intelligent Transfer service] WUB adds these REG_DWORD (DWORD) 32-bit values to the registry for all 4 Windows Updates (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services listed above + an entire list of Windows Update (WU)/Upgrade executables, effectively disabling them, thus preventing them from running unoticed in the background, behind your back: -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv] "WubLock"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options] "WubBlockLists"=hex(7):57,61,61,53,4d,65,64,69,63,2e,65,78,65,00,57,61,61,73,\ 4d,65,64,69,63,41,67,65,6e,74,2e,65,78,65,00,57,69,6e,64,6f,77,73,31,30,55,\ 70,67,72,61,64,65,2e,65,78,65,00,57,69,6e,64,6f,77,73,31,30,55,70,67,72,61,\ 64,65,72,41,70,70,2e,65,78,65,00,55,70,64,61,74,65,41,73,73,69,73,74,61,6e,\ 74,2e,65,78,65,00,55,73,6f,43,6c,69,65,6e,74,2e,65,78,65,00,72,65,6d,73,68,\ 2e,65,78,65,00,45,4f,53,6e,6f,74,69,66,79,2e,65,78,65,00,53,69,68,43,6c,69,\ 65,6e,74,2e,65,78,65,00,75,70,66,63,2e,65,78,65,00,49,6e,73,74,61,6c,6c,41,\ 67,65,6e,74,2e,65,78,65,00,4d,75,73,4e,6f,74,69,66,69,63,61,74,69,6f,6e,2e,\ 65,78,65,00,4d,75,73,4e,6f,74,69,66,69,63,61,74,69,6f,6e,55,78,2e,65,78,65,\ 00,00,00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\InstallAgent.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MusNotification.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MusNotificationUx.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\remsh.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\SihClient.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\UpdateAssistant.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\upfc.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\UsoClient.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\WaaSMedic.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\WaasMedicAgent.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\Windows10Upgrade.exe] "Debugger"="/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\Windows10UpgraderApp.exe] "Debugger"="/" ; ------End cut & paste here------ Original (unmodified) Windows 10 Windows Updates (WU) built-in scheduled tasks are found in these TrustedInstaller (%WinDir%\servicing\TrustedInstaller.exe = %WinDir% is usually C:\WINDOWS) Microsoft built-in user account [special "VIP" type user created by Microsoft as "master overseer"] protected folders, which are disabled/forbidden/locked/unavailable to any (other) user, even to the computer owner/main/only user, even with Admin(istrator)/Sysadmin/SYSTEM level of access/permissions/privileges/rights: - C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator : Backup Scan Maintenance Install Reboot_AC Reboot_Battery Schedule Scan Schedule Scan Static Task UpdateModelTask USO_UxBroker - C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WaaSMedic : PerformRemediation - C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate : Scheduled Start sihpostreboot To be allowed to access all these scheduled tasks one must take ownership + grant themselves Adminnistrator level privileges to the respective folders + files from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q iCACLs [ICACLS.EXE] + TakeOwn [TAKEOWN.EXE] DOS console command line tools are both located in the %WinDir% folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ You can also do this using a graphical user interface (GUI) tool: NTFS Permissions Tools (NPT) 32-bit + 64-bit display/modify/add/delete NTFS ACLs file system security options/owner: http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/ntfs_permissions_tools.html Download: http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Servers/Server-Tools/NTFS-Permissions-Tools.shtml#download Then rename all the Tasks subfolders listed above to anything else (example) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: REN %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator UpdateOrchestrator_OLD REN %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WaaSMedic WaaSMedic_OLD REN %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate WindowsUpdate_OLD OR run Task Scheduler MMC snap-in: MMC.EXE /S taskschd.msc and disable all the tasks listed above -> right-click on each one of them 1 at a time -> click Disable each time. FYI: TrustedInstaller (%WinDir%\servicing\TrustedInstaller.exe = %WinDir% is usually C:\WINDOWS) is Windows NTx [Vista/newer] Microsoft built-in user account [special "VIP" type user created by Microsoft as "master overseer"] with privileged, above-admin, system wide rights which performs automatic/unattended/hidden/forced/behind-your-back/without-your-consent operations, for example: downloads, updates, installs/uninstalls, closes/executes/(re)starts/(re)schedules dynamic link libraries (DLLs)/executables/services/tasks/scripts, modifies the Registry, creates/copies/renames/modifies/moves/deletes files/folders, modifies/takes over files/folders ownership/permissions/attributes, reboots/restarts/shuts down Windows. See also "Everything About The Infamous (Not So) Trusted Installer" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT How to stop Windows Updates (WU) [wuauserv] service + TrustedInstaller [TrustedInstaller.exe] process: 1. Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type: services.msc -> press Enter -> double-click Windows Updates (WU) service -> Stop button -> wait for service to stop -> OK button -> immediately double-click Windows Updates (WU) again -> General tab -> Startup type: -> select Manual -> Recovery tab -> "First Failure:", "Second Failure:" + "Subsequent Failures:" -> select Take No Action for all 3 types of Failure -> OK button. 2. Hold Ctrl + Shift + press Esc -> Task Manager (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\TaskMgr.exe) -> Processes tab -> right-click TrustedInstaller.exe -> End task -> End process button -> close Task Manager. All attempts to stop and/or disable these services/executables/processes/scheduled tasks manually by using: Services MMC snap-in (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Services.msc) Task Scheduler MMC snap-in (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\TaskSchd.msc) RegEdit (%WinDir%\REGEDIT.EXE) built-in DOS command console tools (examples): REG.EXE, NET.EXE, SC.EXE, TASKKILL.EXE, etc, are usually unsuccessful on their own/by themselves, or when performed as any user other than TrustedInstaller, because Windows restarts/reschedules/restores them afterwards almost immediately, or after a certain amount of time preset in the built-in scheduled tasks/services/API/registry settings/run commands, and/or after the next restart/reboot. That's why multiple consecutive steps need to be performed in a certain order for this to succeed. 1st Things 1st: *************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 Step 1: ******* Delay/defer/pause/postpone Windows Update service (WuauServ) by running BATch file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdateSysprepInProgress" /f WMIC.EXE service wuauserv call StopService RUNDLL32.EXE wuaueng.dll,GeneralizeForImaging :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ WMIC [WMIC.EXE] is located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\wbem folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS], which is listed on your system PATH. View all directories/folders listed in your system PATH from a DOS console command prompt (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\CMD.EXE): right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PATH WMIC (Windows Management Instrumentation Command): http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/wmisdk/wmic/ MS DOCs: WMIC: http://technet.microsoft.com/library/bb742610.aspx Dedoimedo: WMIC - The Windows secret weapon: http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/windows-wmic.html ComputerHope: WMIC: http://www.computerhope.com/wmic.htm Rob van der Woude: WMIC: http://www.robvanderwoude.com/wmic.php quux: WMIC Snippets: http://quux.wiki.zoho.com/WMIC-Snippets.html SS64: WMIC.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/wmic.html Wikipedia: WMI: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Management_Instrumentation Step 2: ******* Delay/defer/pause/postpone Windows Update (WU) by running registry (.reg) file below [in this example WU postpone date has been set to > 50 years into the future: 2077-07-07 ;-/]: http://support.microsoft.com/help/328010/ http://github.com/vFense/vFenseAgent-win/wiki/Registry-keys-for-configuring-Automatic-Updates-&-WSUS/ http://www.smallvoid.com/article/winnt-automatic-updates-config.html http://admx.help/HKLM/Software/Policies/Microsoft/WindowsStore TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsSelfHost\UI\Visibility] "HideInsiderPage"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX] "IsConvergedUpdateStackEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX\Settings] "AllowAutoWindowsUpdateDownloadOverMeteredNetwork"=dword:0 "BranchReadinessLevel"=dword:10 "ConfigureDeadlineForFeatureUpdates"=dword:1e "ConfigureDeadlineForQualityUpdates"=dword:1e "DeferFeatureUpdates"=dword:1 "DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:16d "DeferQualityUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:16d "DeferQualityUpdates"=dword:1 "DeferQualityUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:1e "DeferUpgrade"=dword:1 "DeferUpgradePeriod"=dword:8 "DeferUpdatePeriod"=dword:4 "DisableWindowsUpdateAccess"=dword:1 "DoNotConnectToWindowsUpdateInternetLocations"=dword:1 "ExcludeWUDriversInQualityUpdate"=dword:1 "FlightCommitted"=dword:0 "FlightSettingsMaxPauseDays"=dword:99999999 "HideMCTLink"=dword:1 "InsiderProgramEnabled"=dword:0 "LastToastAction"=dword:0 "PauseDeferrals"=dword:1 "PauseFeatureUpdatesStartTime"="2015-05-05T05:05:05Z" "PauseQualityUpdatesStartTime"="2015-05-05T05:05:05Z" ; Next 3 values delay/defer/pause/postpone WU until 2077 (example), can be extended to any acceptable date: "PauseUpdatesExpiryTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "PauseFeatureUpdatesEndTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "PauseQualityUpdatesEndTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "RestartNotificationsAllowed"=dword:1 "SetDisableUXWUAccess"=dword:1 "UxOption"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate] "AllowAutoWindowsUpdateDownloadOverMeteredNetwork"=dword:0 "BranchReadinessLevel"=dword:10 "ConfigureDeadlineForFeatureUpdates"=dword:1e "ConfigureDeadlineForQualityUpdates"=dword:1e "DeferFeatureUpdates"=dword:1 "DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:16d "DeferQualityUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:1e "DeferQualityUpdates"=dword:1 "DeferQualityUpdatesPeriodInDays"=dword:1e "DeferUpgrade"=dword:1 "DeferUpgradePeriod"=dword:8 "DeferUpdatePeriod"=dword:4 "DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsUpdateAccess"=dword:1 "DoNotConnectToWindowsUpdateInternetLocations"=dword:1 "ElevateNonAdmins"=dword:1 "ExcludeWUDriversInQualityUpdate"=dword:1 "FlightCommitted"=dword:0 ; "FlightSettingsMaxPauseDays"=dword:000f4240 "FlightSettingsMaxPauseDays"=dword:99999999 "HideMCTLink"=dword:1 "InsiderProgramEnabled"=dword:0 "LastToastAction"=dword:0 "ManagePreviewBuilds"=dword:1 "ManagePreviewBuildsPolicyValue"=dword:0 "PauseDeferrals"=dword:1 "PauseFeatureUpdatesStartTime"="2015-05-05T05:05:05Z" "PauseQualityUpdatesStartTime"="2015-05-05T05:05:05Z" ; Next 3 values delay/defer/pause/postpone WU until 2077 (example), can be extended to any acceptable date: "PauseUpdatesExpiryTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "PauseFeatureUpdatesEndTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "PauseQualityUpdatesEndTime"="2077-07-07T07:07:07Z" "RestartNotificationsAllowed"=dword:1 "SetDisableUXWUAccess"=dword:1 "TargetReleaseVersion"=dword:1 "TargetReleaseVersionInfo"="0000" "UxOption"=dword:0 ; These Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) server IPs are bogus, of course. ;-/ ; Alternatively you can use built-in local server IPs instead: null [0.0.0.0], or localhost [127.0.0.1]: "WUServer"="localserver.localdomain.wsus" "WUStatusServer"="localserver.localdomain.wsus" "UpdateServiceUrlAlternate"="wsus.localdomain.localserver" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU] "AutoInstallMinorUpdates"=dword:0 "NoAutoUpdate"=dword:1 "NoAutoRebootWithLoggedOnUsers"=dword:1 "NoAUAsDefaultShutdownOption"=dword:1 "RebootRelaunchTimeout"=dword:3 "RebootRelaunchTimeoutEnabled"=dword:1 "UseWUServer"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\Auto Update] "NextSqmReportTime"="0" "NextFeaturedUpdatesNotificationTime"="0" "EnableFeaturedSoftware"=dword:0 "FeaturedUpdatesNotificationSeqNum"=dword:0 "FeaturedUpdatesNotificationSeqNumGenTime"="0" "SetupWizardLaunchTime"="0" "ForcedReboot"=dword:0 "AUOptions"=dword:1 "ConfigVer"=dword:1 "BalloonTime"="0" "ScheduledInstallDay"=dword:0 "ScheduledInstallTime"=dword:0 "IncludeRecommendedUpdates"=dword:0 "NextDetectionTime"="0" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "NoWindowsUpdate"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "NoWindowsUpdate"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\OSUpgrade] "AllowOSUpgrade"=dword:0 "ReservationsAllowed"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\OSUpgrade\State] "OSUpgradeState"=dword:1 "OSUpgradeStateTimeStamp"="2015-05-05 05:05:05" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore] "DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\UpgradeNotification] "UpgradeAvailable"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UpdatePolicy\Settings] "PausedFeatureStatus"=dword:1 "PausedQualityStatus"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings] "Windows.SystemToast.Suggested"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Step 3: ******* Microsoft SubInACL [SUBINACL.EXE] 32-bit command line tool for Windows 2000/newer displays/modifies/migrates NTFS ACL file system/registry security options/owner: http://web.archive.org/web/20190828204406/http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=23510 File [MSI Installer]: http://web.archive.org/web/20190910062448if_/http://download.microsoft.com/download/1/7/d/17d82b72-bc6a-4dc8-bfaa-98b37b22b367/subinacl.msi More info: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#SIA SubInACL Documentation: http://www.mdgx.com/fmnt32/SUBINACL.HTM Install 7-Zip unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool (free GPL): http://www.7-zip.org/ Use 7-Zip File Manager (7zFM.exe) to extract SubInACL (SUBINACL.EXE) from subinacl.msi (see above) to a folder/directory of your choice, preferably one listed in your system PATH (example): C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32 View your system path from a DOS console command prompt -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: SET PATH Turn OFF all 4 Windows Update (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services (+ stop BITS service temporarily) by running BATch file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END :: Make sure SUBINACL.EXE resides in a folder listed in your system PATH -> see above. SUBINACL.EXE /keyreg "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services" /setowner=%UserName% /grant=%UserName%=f SUBINACL.EXE /keyreg "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services" /setowner=%UserName% /grant=%UserName%=f SUBINACL.EXE /keyreg "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services" /setowner=%UserName% /grant=%UserName%=f REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS" BITS.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\BITS" BITS001.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\BITS" BITS002.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc" Dosvc.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc" Dosvc001.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc" Dosvc002.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc" UsoSvc.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc" UsoSvc001.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc" UsoSvc002.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" WaaSMedicSvc.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" WaaSMedicSvc001.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" WaaSMedicSvc002.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv" wuauserv.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv" wuauserv001.reg /y REG.EXE EXPORT "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv" wuauserv002.reg /y REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\BITS\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\BITS\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv\Security" /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\BITS" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\BITS" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\BITS" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\BITS" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\BITS" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\BITS" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP BITS SC.EXE CONFIG BITS START= demand ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP DoSvc SC.EXE CONFIG DoSvc START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP UsoSvc SC.EXE CONFIG UsoSvc START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP WaaSMedicSvc SC.EXE CONFIG WaaSMedicSvc START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP wuauserv SC.EXE CONFIG wuauserv START= disabled :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Step 4: ******* Turn OFF all 4 (+ 1) Windows Update (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services by running REG file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; Background Intelligent Transfer service (BITS): ; http://lifehacker.com/1786614642/ [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BITS] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:3 ; Delivery Optimization service (DoSvc): ; http://www.techwibe.com/dosvc-bandwidth-eating-windows-10-permanent-solution-fix/ [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; Update Orchestrator service (UsoSvc): ; http://www.techwibe.com/what-does-usosvc-do-and-how-to-disable-usovsc/ [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; Windows Update Medic service (WaaSMedicSvc): ; http://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-update-blocker/ [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; Windows Update (Automatic Updates) service (wuauserv): ; http://lifehacker.com/1786614642/ [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wuauserv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\DoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\UsoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WaaSMedicSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wuauserv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\DoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\UsoSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WaaSMedicSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wuauserv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Step 5: ******* Rename the %WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS] folder to something else (example) by running BATch file below: http://tipsmake.com/how-to-change-the-download-folder-windows-update-in-windows-10 TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" SoftwareDistribution_OLD :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ OR delete the %WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution folder altogether (but back it up first if it contains anything!) by running BATch file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q DEL /F /Q /S "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution\*.*" RD /Q /S "%WinDir%\SoftwareDistribution" :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ Step 6: ******* Rename all Windows Updates (WU) interconnected/interdependent/interrelated scheduled tasks folders to any other names (example) by running BATch file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\UpdateOrchestrator" UpdateOrchestrator_OLD TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WaaSMedic" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WaaSMedic" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WaaSMedic" WaaSMedic_OLD TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Tasks\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate" WindowsUpdate_OLD :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ Step 7 [last 1]: **************** Last but not least, restart/reboot Windows for all changes to take effect. * SAFE INSTALL: *************** Install by hand/manually downloaded/local/offline individual/separate CAB (.cab)/EXE (.exe)/MSU (.msu) Updates from Windows Updates Catalog (WUC) in Windows 7/8/1.8/10/11: http://woshub.com/manually-install-cab-msu-updates-windows/ This can be done even if Windows Update (WU) feature/service is blocked/disabled/turned OFF on your computer(s)/device(s), and multiple such updates can be included in BATch (.bat)/CoMmanD (.cmd) files for automated/unattended install/upgrade purposes. In case you add more than 1 such commands to the same batch file [.bat or .cmd], you should precede each command line with "START /wait " (generic example): START /wait WUSA.EXE "%UserProfile%\Downloads\Update_1.msu" /quiet /norestart START /wait WUSA.EXE "%UserProfile%\Downloads\Update_2.msu" /quiet /norestart START /wait WUSA.EXE "%UserProfile%\Downloads\Update_3.msu" /quiet /norestart Alternatively you can extract the main CAB (.cab) file (with identical/similar name as the MSU file) from the parent MSU (.msu) installer using an unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool [free(ware)] http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ZIP and install it from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command line (generic example: replace Update text string below with the actual CAB file name): DISM.EXE /Online /Add-Package /PackagePath:Update.cab /Quiet /NoRestart In case you run more than 1 such commands, or if you add more than 1 such commands to the same batch file [.bat or .cmd], you should precede each command line with "START /wait " (generic example): START /wait DISM.EXE /Online /Add-Package /PackagePath:Update_1.cab /Quiet /NoRestart START /wait DISM.EXE /Online /Add-Package /PackagePath:Update_2.cab /Quiet /NoRestart START /wait DISM.EXE /Online /Add-Package /PackagePath:Update_3.cab /Quiet /NoRestart NOTE: See also "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" further above: http://www.mdgx.com/10.php http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT 1. Search Windows Updates (WU) Catalog for the particular update(s) you wish to install (example): http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=cumulative%20x64%20windows%2010 http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%2010%22 Make sure the update(s) you select match the Windows NTx [7/newer] operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)] you are using. 2. Download this file (example): http://download.windowsupdate.com/c/msdownload/update/software/secu/2020/10/windows10.0-kb4579311-x64_9cc8221b0ed1bc799278d029c4edadf785920da9.msu to your %UserProfile%\Downloads folder [default]: %UserProfile%\Downloads\windows10.0-kb4579311-x64_9cc8221b0ed1bc799278d029c4edadf785920da9.msu MSKB 4579311 Info: http://support.microsoft.com/help/4579311/ MSKB 4579311 Downloads (from MS Catalog Update): http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=KB4579311 MSKB 4579311 Bugs: http://betanews.com/2020/10/17/windows-10-kb4579311-cumulative-update-problems/ 3. Install the update you selected above from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter (example): WUSA.EXE %UserProfile%\Downloads\windows10.0-kb4579311-x64_9cc8221b0ed1bc799278d029c4edadf785920da9.msu /quiet /norestart 4. Restart/reboot Windows for all changes to take effect. Update Manager for Windows 10 (WuMgr) manages, downloads + installs Microsoft products updates, highly customizable: http://github.com/DavidXanatos/wumgr/ Download: http://github.com/DavidXanatos/wumgr/releases/latest/ WuMgr Guide: http://www.askwoody.com/forums/topic/guide-to-using-wumgr-for-windows-10-updates/ ______________________________________________________________________________ On The Edge of A Hostile Takeover = Uninstall + Replace Edge While You Still Can * UNinstall, Remove + Replace Edge (especially any version/edition prior to September 2020 Windows 10 Update) from Windows 7/newer: both OLD Legacy Edge [proprietary, obsolete, flawed, inadequate, insecure, based on out-of-date, ancient, unsuppported, discontinued, abandoned, vulnerable to hacking, malware, spyware Internet Explorer (IE) Trident core] installed by OLDer Windows 10 builds/updates + NEWer Windows 10/11 Chromium Edge [current, proprietary, disabled/limited/locked/unavailable basic/important/optional features/functions/options/settings, loaded with forced/impossible/hard-to-disable/unnecessary/unsafe/unwanted Microsoft anti-competitive/centered/exclusive apps, enrollments, features, memberships, services, subscriptions, trials + adware/tracking/spyware, based on heavily modified Google Chromium (Canary developer channel) web browser code]: http://www.cloudwards.net/how-to-uninstall-microsoft-edge/ http://mspoweruser.com/how-to-uninstall-microsoft-edge-in-windows-10/ http://blog.pcrisk.com/windows/12542/ http://www.intowindows.com/how-to-uninstall-remove-edge-browser-from-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-edge-browser-in-windows-10/ http://www.winability.com/how-to-stop-microsoft-edge-from-hijacking-pdf-files/ http://superuser.com/questions/949814/ http://betanews.com/2020/07/07/uninstall-microsoft-edge/ http://thinkmobiles.com/blog/how-to-uninstall-microsoft-edge/ Google Chromium web browser (free, open source): http://www.chromium.org/Home/ FULL DISCLOSURE: **************** As paying customers you have the right to know what Microsoft is doing behind your backs without your knowledge, and be aware of their anti-competitive, deceitful, monopolizing, crippling, limiting, restrictive, unfair, bundling, tying, take-over-style, and in certain countries, territories and regions banned and illegal marketing tactics and strategies it keeps employing for over 45 years [but don't take my word for it] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_Microsoft with the purpose of suppressing paying consumers' options and choices, and to persuade you to buy/lure/switch to/tempt/tie exclusively into and/or subscribe to their own and/or affiliates/associates/branches/brands/companies/divisions/entities/parents/partners/subsidiaries of products and services, even if not as satisfactory/qualitative as advertised due to deceitful advertising/promotion, or worse, and/or more expensive than competitors'/3rd parties products/services, or not worth your money/resources: http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/11/the-sign-in-menu-is-the-latest-frontier-for-microsoft-ads-in-windows-11/ http://gizmodo.com/1848150282/ http://www.tomshardware.com/news/microsoft-confirms-windows-11-edge-default-browser/ http://www.ctrl.blog/entry/microsoft-edge-protocol-competition.html http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-is-stealing-chrome-users-data-i-asked-microsoft-if-its-true/ http://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-10s-edge-must-stop-stealing-the-browser-default-says-vivaldi-ceo/ http://news.softpedia.com/news/microsoft-edge-accused-of-sneakily-importing-firefox-data-on-windows-10-530338.shtml http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-started-pestering-me-about-edge-there-was-one-problem/ http://learn.microsoft.com/deployedge/edge-learnmore-neededge/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_v._Microsoft_Corp. WARNING: ******** Users who have allowed/tolerated/lived through the installation of the September 2020 Windows 10 Update http://support.microsoft.com/help/4571756/ http://support.microsoft.com/help/4577266/ were being told by Microsoft that they canNOT uninstall Edge anymore, due to the new browser core integration, which recently replaced the ancient [> 25 years old!], proprietary, obsolete, flawed, inadequate, insecure Internet Explorer (IE) [discontinued from all NEWer Windows 10/2016/2019 builds/editions/releases/updates!]: http://support.microsoft.com/help/4576988/ http://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/new-microsoft-edge-to-replace-microsoft-edge-legacy-with-april-s/ba-p/2114224/ http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-heres-why-you-cant-uninstall-our-edge-browser/ http://www.theverge.com/21310611/microsoft-edge-browser-forced-update-chromium-editorial/ BUG + FIX: Windows 10 September 2020 Update breaks another major feature: http://www.windowslatest.com/2020/09/07/windows-10-sleep-mode-problem/ REMEMBER: ********* - You do NOT have to allow automatic/forced/hidden/buggy/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent installation of Windows 10 cosmetic, non-essential, security unrelated updates/patches/fixes/builds, because you can stop, uninstall (and reenable/reinstall whenever you wish) Windows Updates (WU) permanently/temporarily (+ turn it back on) using Windows Update Blocker (WUB) (freeware): Windows Update Blocker (WUB) [Wub.exe 32-bit + Wub_x64.exe 64-bit] for Windows 10/11 allows all users to block/disable/stop/turn OFF, and/or unblock/reenable/restart/turn back ON automatic/unattended/hidden/forced/behind-your-back/without-your-consent Microsoft Windows Updates (WU) service + interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services [up to 25 services!] + program executables which are very hard/almost impossible to control/manage without performing complicated/time consuming registry tweaks or without dedicated 3rd party tools (like this one): http://www.sordum.org/9470/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/windows-update-blocker/Wub.zip Screen shot: http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/windos_update_blocker_blocked.png See "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" chapter -> "* FIXes:" section further above in WIN10.TXT (this file): http://www.mdgx.com/10.php http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT - You can always uninstall Windows 10/11 updates: http://www.anoopcnair.com/remove-windows-11-update-patch-latest-cu-best/ http://www.pcmag.com/how-to/computer-acting-up-how-to-uninstall-a-windows-10-update/ Extra step: *********** Disable these 3 recently introduced Edge services: - Microsoft Edge Elevation Service [MicrosoftEdgeElevationService] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/microsoftedgeelevationservice/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\Edge\Application\92.0.902.67\elevation_service.exe %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeCore\108.0.1462.46\elevation_service.exe %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\Edge\Application\108.0.1462.46\elevation_service.exe - Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdate) [edgeupdate] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/edgeupdate/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /svc %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /svc - Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdatem) [edgeupdatem] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/edgeupdatem/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /medsvc %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /medsvc TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP MicrosoftEdgeElevationService SC.EXE CONFIG MicrosoftEdgeElevationService START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP edgeupdate SC.EXE CONFIG edgeupdate START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP edgeupdatem SC.EXE CONFIG edgeupdatem START= disabled REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\MicrosoftEdgeElevationService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\MicrosoftEdgeElevationService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\MicrosoftEdgeElevationService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\edgeupdate" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\edgeupdate" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\edgeupdate" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\edgeupdatem" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\edgeupdatem" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\edgeupdatem" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Next step: ********** Uninstall + remove (or disable) Edge web browser using DOS (CMD) console commands + "Uninstall Edge.cmd" batch file script: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-edge-browser-in-windows-10/ Download "Uninstall Edge.cmd" [ZIP file]: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1835 Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command (depending on your Windows 10 build/edition/release/update/version) -> press Enter: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\83.0.478.58\Installer\setup.exe --uninstall --system-level --verbose-logging --force-uninstall OR right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PowerShell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Then from within the PowerShell console run one of these commands (depending on your Windows 10 build/edition/release/update/version) -> press Enter after each line: Get-AppXPackage Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_20.10240.16384.0_neutral__8wekyb3d8bbwe | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage *edge* | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage *Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge* | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage *Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge.Beta* | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage *Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge.Canary* | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage *Microsoft.MicrosoftEdgeDevToolsClient* | Remove-AppXPackage More info: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4689-uninstall-apps-windows-10-a.html#option3 Rename Edge executable [MicrosoftEdge.exe] to something else (example): right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run all these commands in this order -> press Enter after each line: TASKKILL.EXE /IM elevation_service.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM LaunchWinApp.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdge.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdgeBCHost.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdgeCP.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdgeDevTools.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM MicrosoftEdgeSH.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM msedge.exe /F /T TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SystemApps\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SystemApps\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SystemApps\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge.exe" MicrosoftEdge.OLD ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ Choices... choices... free(ware) tools to block/disable/replace/uninstall Edge: - Edge Blocker (EdgeBlock.exe 32-bit + EdgeBlock_x64.exe 64-bit) for Windows 10/11: http://www.sordum.org/9312/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/edge-blocker/EdgeBlock.zip - MSEdgeRedirect for Windows 8.1/10/11 intercepts + redirects HTTP(S), Maps, News, Feeds/RSS, Widgets, Weather, etc file extensions (.dhtml, .htm, .html, .php, .xhtml, .xml, etc), internet schemes/protocols (ftp:, http:, https:, magnet:, mailto:, news:, etc) + URL/URI addresses/items/links/schemes/shortcuts (.url, .website, etc) forced (built/hardwired/preset into the operating system) by Microsoft to open in Edge to open instead in user's choice custom selected default web browser (if any other than Edge): http://github.com/rcmaehl/MSEdgeRedirect/ Download: http://github.com/rcmaehl/MSEdgeRedirect/releases/latest/ List of URI Schemes: http://www.w3.org/wiki/UriSchemes - EdgeDeflector for Windows 10/11 intercepts + redirects HTTP(S), Maps, News, Feeds/RSS, Widgets, Weather, etc file extensions (.dhtml, .htm, .html, .php, .xhtml, .xml, etc), internet schemes/protocols (ftp:, http:, https:, magnet:, mailto:, news:, etc) + URL/URI addresses/items/links/schemes/shortcuts (.url, .website, etc) forced (built/hardwired/preset into the operating system) by Microsoft to open in Edge to open instead in user's choice custom selected default web browser (if any other than Edge): http://github.com/da2x/EdgeDeflector/ Download: http://github.com/da2x/EdgeDeflector/releases/latest/ EdgeDeflector Purpose: http://www.ctrl.blog/entry/edgedeflector-default-browser.html BEWARE: Newer Windows 10 builds/editions/releases/versions blocked EdgeDeflector + similar Edge browser competitors: http://www.ctrl.blog/entry/microsoft-edge-protocol-competition.html FIX: Restore EdgeDeflector + similar Edge browser competitors functionality -> UNinstall Windows Update KB5007262: Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Windows Settings [gear icon] -> Update & Security -> Windows Update -> View update history -> Uninstall updates -> highlight/select update KB5007262 -> right-click -> Uninstall -> reboot/restart if needed/prompted. - Edge Chromium Blocker Toolkit: http://www.windowscentral.com/how-prevent-microsoft-edge-chromium-installing-automatically-windows-10/ File: http://web.archive.org/web/20210812025623if_/http://msedgeblockertoolkit.blob.core.windows.net/blockertoolkit/MicrosoftEdgeChromiumBlockerToolkit.exe - Enable/Unlock Chromium Edge disabled/locked features + options using Policy Plus for Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 (free, open source): http://github.com/Fleex255/PolicyPlus/releases/latest/ http://www.itechtics.com/best-group-policy-editor-gpedit-msc-alternative-for-windows/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/policy_plus.html - Uninstall + remove Edge web browser from Windows 10/11 using DOS (CMD) console commands + "Uninstall Edge.cmd" batch file script: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-edge-browser-in-windows-10/ Download "Uninstall Edge.cmd" [ZIP file]: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1835 Disable Edge Updates in the registry: http://admx.help/?Category=EdgeChromium&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Update::Pol_DefaultUpdatePolicy TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate] "UpdateDefault"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ RECOMMENDED: ************ Recommended independent/3rd party free, open source, safe, secure, uncrippled, unlocked, unrestricted, modern web browsers (examples): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#NET MDGx "FREE Windows 9x/NTx Web Browsers" chapter -> "Chromium + Chrome web browsers [free(ware)]" section -> "Chromium + Chrome" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#CHR RECOMMENDED: - Chromium Precompiled EXEcutable [Installer EXE + Portable Archives ZIP/7z] 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows XP/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://chromium.woolyss.com/ Certain Chromium builds [clearly labeled] are degoogled/ungoogled/stripped of Google adware/spyware/tracking code: http://github.com/Eloston/ungoogled-chromium/blob/master/README.md http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-wiki/faq Ungoogled Chromium precompiled Binaries 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-binaries/releases/windows/ - Brave 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with improved privacy, safety + security and optimized speed: http://brave.com/ Brave Repository: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/ Download [ZIP = full, Portable]: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/releases/latest/ - Vivaldi 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with enhanced privacy, safety + security: http://vivaldi.com/ Download [EXE = Installer ONLY]: http://vivaldi.com/download/ Vivaldi Portable -> run Installer EXE -> Install standalone: http://help.vivaldi.com/desktop/install-update/standalone-version-of-vivaldi/ - X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable: http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 Download [EXE = Installer, full]: http://sourceforge.net/projects/winpenpack/files/X-Chromium/releases/ Either install Chromium precompiled stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit: http://chromium.woolyss.com/ or extract all files from portable archive [zip or 7z] + copy to the destination of your choice Chromium portable stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit to match the Windows NTx [7/newer] operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)] you are using. All Chromium + Chromium alternatives/derivatives/forks/variants users must have these 3 environment variables: GOOGLE_API_KEY=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET=NO Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: SETX.EXE GOOGLE_API_KEY "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET "NO" /M MDGx "@ Chromium/Chrome/Brave/X-Chromium/Thorium/Vivaldi Privacy, Security + Safety Settings, Extensions, Guides + Solutions:" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#PRV MDGx collection of essential Chromium/Chrome extensions + tweaks -> "CHROMIUM" section in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php#:~:text=CHROMIUM%20%5B%2A%5D http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT Edge support: http://microsoftedgesupport.microsoft.com/ Edge vs Chromium/Chrome: http://www.lifewire.com/microsoft-edge-4689177/ http://beebom.com/microsoft-edge-vs-google-chrome/ http://www.laptopmag.com/news/google-chrome-vs-microsoft-edge-which-browser-is-best/ * Turn OFF Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) web browsers Operating System (OS) integration level take-over/unwanted/unnecessary/unsafe control/grip: http://admx.help/?Category=EdgeChromium&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Edge::InternetExplorerIntegrationLevel TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge] "InternetExplorerIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 "InternetExplorerIntegrationSiteList"="" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Edge] "InternetExplorerIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 "InternetExplorerIntegrationSiteList"="" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Edge] "InternetExplorerIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 "InternetExplorerIntegrationSiteList"="" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\MicrosoftEdge] "OSIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\MicrosoftEdge] "OSIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\MicrosoftEdge] "OSIntegrationLevel"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Edge web browser running hidden/invisible/unknowingly in the background behind-your-back/without-your-consent, Internet Explorer (IE) Edge tab, IE smiley button + Edge Desktop shortcut creation: http://www.howtogeek.com/397718/how-to-prevent-microsoft-edge-from-preloading-on-windows-10/ http://www.appuals.com/how-to-disable-microsoft-edge-browser/ http://www.ghacks.net/2019/02/11/block-microsoft-edge-from-running-in-the-background-on-windows-10/ http://admx.help/HKLM/Software/Policies/Microsoft/MicrosoftEdge/Main http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.MicrosoftEdge::AllowAddressBarDropdown http://www.winaero.com/blog/edge-button-internet-explorer-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/smiley-button-internet-explorer-windows-10/ http://eddiejackson.net/wp/?p=29198 TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Main] "AllowPrelaunch"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 "SyncFavoritesBetweenIEAndMicrosoftEdge"=dword:0 "PreventFirstRunPage"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Main] "AllowPrelaunch"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 "SyncFavoritesBetweenIEAndMicrosoftEdge"=dword:0 "PreventFirstRunPage"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Main] "AllowPrelaunch"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 "SyncFavoritesBetweenIEAndMicrosoftEdge"=dword:0 "PreventFirstRunPage"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "HideNewEdgeButton"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "HideNewEdgeButton"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "HideNewEdgeButton"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\TabPreloader] "AllowTabPreloading"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\TabPreloader] "AllowTabPreloading"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\TabPreloader] "AllowTabPreloading"=dword:0 "PreventLiveTileDataCollection"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Restrictions] "NoHelpItemSendFeedback"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Restrictions] "NoHelpItemSendFeedback"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Restrictions] "NoHelpItemSendFeedback"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "DisableAppInstallsOnFirstLogon"=dword:1 "DisableResolveStoreCategories"=dword:1 "EarlyAppResolverStart"=dword:0 "DisableEdgeDesktopShortcutCreation"=dword:1 "DisplayToastAtBottom"=dword:0 "EdgeDesktopShortcutCreated"=dword:0 "ExplorerStartupTraceRecorded"=dword:0 "TelemetrySalt"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF annoying SmartScreen + Phishing Filter(s) in Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) web browsers: http://www.codecguide.com/smartscreen_bypass.htm http://www.winaero.com/blog/disable-smartscreen-windows-10-creators-update/ http://winbuzzer.com/2020/11/23/how-to-disable-smartscreen-in-windows-10-xcxwbt/ and replace Edge + IE with a modern, safe, secure, unlocked, uncrippled, without so many security flaws/vulnerabilities, hard-to-disable, unwanted ad(vertisment)s/"offers", spyware, annoyances, limitations, restrictions, forced/behind-your-back/hidden data collection/logging, telemetry/"phone home", tracking, free web browser (examples) -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT -> "Internet + Web Browsers Tweaks, Fixes + Tools" http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Internet%20%2B%20Web%20Browsers%20Tweaks%2C%20Fixes%20%2B%20Tools%20%5BChromium%2FChrome%2C%20Firefox -> "* Chromium/Chrome:" http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=%2A%20Chromium%2FChrome%3A or "* Firefox:". http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=%2A%20Firefox%3A Best examples of modern, secure, free web browsers: - MDGx "FREE Windows 9x/NTx Web Browsers" chapter -> "Chromium + Chrome web browsers [free(ware)]" section -> "Chromium + Chrome" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#CHR - MDGx "FREE Windows 9x/NTx Web Browsers" chapter -> "Internet Power Toys: Firefox [free(ware)]" section -> "Firefox" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#MOZ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "EnableSmartScreen"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "SmartScreenEnabled"="Off" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter] "ShownVerifyBalloon"=dword:3 "Enabled"=dword:0 "EnabledV8"=dword:0 "EnabledV9"=dword:0 "PreventOverride"=dword:0 "PreventOverrideAppRepUnknown"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter] "ShownVerifyBalloon"=dword:3 "Enabled"=dword:0 "EnabledV8"=dword:0 "EnabledV9"=dword:0 "PreventOverride"=dword:0 "PreventOverrideAppRepUnknown"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter] "ShownVerifyBalloon"=dword:3 "Enabled"=dword:0 "EnabledV8"=dword:0 "EnabledV9"=dword:0 "PreventOverride"=dword:0 "PreventOverrideAppRepUnknown"=dword:0 [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\PhishingFilter] "ShownVerifyBalloon"=dword:3 "Enabled"=dword:0 "EnabledV8"=dword:0 "EnabledV9"=dword:0 "PreventOverride"=dword:0 "PreventOverrideAppRepUnknown"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppHost] "EnableWebContentEvaluation"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppHost] "EnableWebContentEvaluation"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppHost] "EnableWebContentEvaluation"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF "suggested" sites in Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) web browsers, customize Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) tabs/Tabbed Browsing + replace Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) built-in/default/forced/hardwired/locked/preset Bing (MSN, Microsoft, Live) start page(s) + search engine(s) with better, safer, more secure alternatives with less hard-to-disable/hard-to-find/hidden, unwanted ad(vertisment)s/"offers", spyware, annoyances, forced/behind-your-back/hidden data collection/logging, telemetry/"phone home", tracking, (examples): - Google: http://www.google.com/ - DuckDuckGo: http://duckduckgo.com/ - Brave: http://search.brave.com/ - Startpage: http://www.startpage.com/ - SearXNG: http://searx.be/ - Qwant: http://www.qwant.com/ - Ecosia: http://www.ecosia.org/ In the example below I have selected Google [http://www.google.com/] as default search engine. You can change it to any other according to your needs/preferences -> see MDGx "WWW (World Wide Web) Search Engines" [most have enhanced privacy, safety + security]: http://www.mdgx.com/links.htm#WSE See also MDGx "* Turn OFF/Disable/Opt OUT of/Stop for Profit Web Sites + Social Media Invading Your Privacy + Enhance Safety + Security:" section in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Turn%20OFF%2FDisable%2FOpt%20OUT%20of%2FStop%20for%20Profit%20Web%20Sites%20%2B%20Social%20Media%20Invading%20Your%20Privacy%20%2B%20Enhance%20Safety%20%2B%20Security http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT and its privacy, safety + security topics for specific search engines: - "@ Google search, (geo)location tracking, data, history, e-mail (Gmail), notifications + apps:" - "@ Bing Search Engine, Live, Microsoft, MSN + Related/Shared Accounts, Services + Apps:" - "@ Yahoo! (Y!) Search Engine, Yahoo! Mail + Yahoo! News:" - "@ DuckDuckGo (DDG) Search Engine, Privacy Essentials + E-mail Protection:" - "@ Startpage Search Engine + Privacy Protection Add-on + Extension:" - "@ Brave Search Engine:" - "@ Ecosia Search Engine:" from the "Digital + Internet/Online Privacy, Security + Safety" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Digital%20%2B%20Internet%2FOnline%20Privacy%2C%20Security%20%2B%20Safety%20%3D%20Your%20Top%20Priority References: http://admx.help/HKCU/Software/Policies/Microsoft/MicrosoftEdge http://www.howtogeek.com/221709/how-to-change-your-default-search-engine-in-microsoft-edge/ http://admx.help/HKCU/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Internet%20Explorer/TabbedBrowsing http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.MicrosoftEdge::AllowSearchEngineCustomization http://stackoverflow.com/questions/30769921/ http://renenyffenegger.ch/notes/Windows/registry/tree/HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Microsoft/Windows/CurrentVersion/Explorer/Advanced/index#reg-no-edge-tabs http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Multitasking::BrowserAltTabBlowout http://www.ntkernel.com/microsoft-edge-protectedhomepages/ http://www.itstillworks.com/change-bing-google-12283088.html http://smallbusiness.chron.com/change-bing-google-70809.html http://www.howtogeek.com/709072/ http://www.howtogeek.com/710128/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "Default_Search_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Default_Page_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Start Page"="http://www.google.com/" "Search Page"="http://www.google.com/" "First Home Page"="http://www.google.com/" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "Default_Search_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Default_Page_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Start Page"="http://www.google.com/" "Search Page"="http://www.google.com/" "First Home Page"="http://www.google.com/" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "Default_Search_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Default_Page_URL"="http://www.google.com/" "Start Page"="http://www.google.com/" "Search Page"="http://www.google.com/" "First Home Page"="http://www.google.com/" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Suggested Sites] "Enabled"=dword:0 "DataStreamEnabledState"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Suggested Sites] "Enabled"=dword:0 "DataStreamEnabledState"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Suggested Sites] "Enabled"=dword:0 "DataStreamEnabledState"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\TabbedBrowsing] "WarnOnClose"=dword:0 "NewTabPageShow"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\TabbedBrowsing] "WarnOnClose"=dword:0 "NewTabPageShow"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\TabbedBrowsing] "WarnOnClose"=dword:0 "NewTabPageShow"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 "MultiTaskingAltTabFilter"=dword:4 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 "MultiTaskingAltTabFilter"=dword:4 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 "MultiTaskingAltTabFilter"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\Main] "ShowSearchSuggestionsGlobal"=dword:0 "ShowSearchSuggestionsGlobal_TIMESTAMP"=hex:00 "HomeButtonPage"="http://www.google.com/" "HomeButtonEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\OnlineHistory] "MuidBing"="" "MuidBingCounter"=dword:0 "MuidMsn"="" "MuidMsnCounter"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\PhishingFilter] "PreventOverride"=dword:0 ; (@) You (Microsoft Corporation, and all its affiliates, associates, branches, brands, companies, divisions, entities, ; parents, partners, subsidiaries, etc) are in violation of the United States of America (U. S. A.) Department of Justice ; (DOJ) legal verdict, the United States District Court, District of Columbia (DC), Civil Action No. 98-1232, as of July 28, ; 1999, which established beyond reasonable doubt that web browsers are not Windows [quote]: ; "154. In conclusion, the preferences of consumers and the responsive behavior of software firms demonstrate that Web ; browsers and operating systems are separate products." ; https://www.justice.gov/atr/us-v-microsoft-courts-findings-fact/ ; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_v._Microsoft_Corp. ; https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_09_1941/ ; https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_13_196/ ; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Corp._v._Commission ; https://www.ctrl.blog/entry/microsoft-edge-protocol-competition.html ; (@) You (Microsoft Corporation, and all its affiliates, associates, branches, brands, companies, divisions, entities, ; parents, partners, subsidiaries, etc) are in violation of the Open Source Software (OSS) license agreements binding ; contracts valid world wide when you attempted to cripple, limit, modify, restrict, and/or bundle/tie said software with ; the purpose of limiting, restricting, suppressing paying customers' options and choices, and using anti-competitive, ; deceitful, monopolizing, take-over, bundling, tying, unfair, and in certain countries, territories and/or regions banned ; and illegal marketing tactics and strategies: Google Chromium web browser [BSD, MIT, LGPL, Ms-PL, MPL/GPL/LGPL licenses] ; source code used for all current builds of Microsoft Edge web browser pre-installed, force-enabled, pre-configured, locked ; as default web browser and web browser engine for most networking and internet based apps, features, file types, ; protocols, shortcuts, and unable to replace/switch to any other web browser, (almost) impossible to uninstall or to ; disable/replace in all current and new releases of Microsoft Windows operating systems (OSes). ; https://opensource.org/faq/#commercial [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "ProtectedHomepages"=hex:00 "ProtectedSearchScopes"=hex:00 "ProtectedGlobalExtensionSetting"=hex:00 "UADHPNeedToVerify"=dword:0 "UADSPNeedToVerify"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ContinuousBrowsing] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ContinuousBrowsing] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ContinuousBrowsing] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "NewTabPageFlightUrlKind"="http://www.google.com/" "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "NewTabPageFlightUrlKind"="http://www.google.com/" "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "NewTabPageFlightUrlKind"="http://www.google.com/" "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "AllowSearchEngineCustomization"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "AllowSearchEngineCustomization"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "AllowSearchEngineCustomization"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DHP] "BackupHomePage"=hex:00 "ChangeNotice"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DHP] "BackupHomePage"=hex:00 "ChangeNotice"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DHP] "BackupHomePage"=hex:00 "ChangeNotice"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DSP] "BackupDefaultSearchScope"=hex:00 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DSP] "BackupDefaultSearchScope"=hex:00 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\EUPP Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy\DSP] "BackupDefaultSearchScope"=hex:00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "HomepagesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 "SearchScopesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "HomepagesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 "SearchScopesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Protected - It is a violation of Windows Policy to modify. See aka.ms/browserpolicy] "HomepagesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 "SearchScopesUpgradeVersion"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Replace Edge + Internet Explorer (IE) with your choice of independent/3rd party free, open source, better, safer, more secure, uncrippled, unlocked, unrestricted, modern default web browser [Chromium, Brave, Vivaldi, Thorium, X-Chromium (X-Launcher), Firefox, Opera, Tor, etc] for HTM, HTML, DHTM, DHTML, XHTM, XHTML, XML, PHP, PHP4, PHP5, HTTP, HTTPS, URL (URI), WebSite, e-mail (web mail), FTP, etc file extensions, shortcuts + protocols: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/set-chrome-default-browser-windows-8/ http://newoldthing.wordpress.com/2007/03/23/how-does-your-browsers-know-that-its-not-the-default-browser/ http://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/default-browser-in-registry.1136495/ http://community.spiceworks.com/topic/464572-how-to-set-google-chrome-as-the-default-browser-in-group-policy/ http://stackoverflow.com/questions/32354861/ http://www.adamfowlerit.com/2020/07/set-microsoft-edge-as-default-browser-one-time/ http://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001284/ http://tor.stackexchange.com/questions/4125/ http://www.technipages.com/ie-default-browser-prompt/ RECOMMENDED: ************ Replace Edge + IE with recommended independent/3rd party free, open source, better, safe, secure, uncrippled, unlocked, unrestricted, modern web browsers (examples): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#NET MDGx "FREE Windows 9x/NTx Web Browsers" chapter -> "Chromium + Chrome web browsers [free(ware)]" section -> "Chromium + Chrome" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#CHR RECOMMENDED: - Chromium Precompiled EXEcutable [Installer EXE + Portable Archives ZIP/7z] 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows XP/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://chromium.woolyss.com/ Certain Chromium builds [clearly labeled] are degoogled/ungoogled/stripped of Google adware/spyware/tracking code: http://github.com/Eloston/ungoogled-chromium/blob/master/README.md http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-wiki/faq Ungoogled Chromium precompiled Binaries 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-binaries/releases/windows/ - Brave 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with improved privacy, safety + security and optimized speed: http://brave.com/ Brave Repository: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/ Download [ZIP = full, Portable]: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/releases/latest/ - Vivaldi 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with enhanced privacy, safety + security: http://vivaldi.com/ Download [EXE = Installer ONLY]: http://vivaldi.com/download/ Vivaldi Portable -> run Installer EXE -> Install standalone: http://help.vivaldi.com/desktop/install-update/standalone-version-of-vivaldi/ - X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable: http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 Download [EXE = Installer, full]: http://sourceforge.net/projects/winpenpack/files/X-Chromium/releases/ Either install Chromium precompiled stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit: http://chromium.woolyss.com/ or extract all files from portable archive [zip or 7z] + copy to the destination of your choice Chromium portable stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit to match the Windows NTx [7/newer] operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)] you are using. All Chromium + Chromium alternatives/derivatives/forks/variants users must have these 3 environment variables: GOOGLE_API_KEY=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET=NO Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: SETX.EXE GOOGLE_API_KEY "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET "NO" /M MDGx "@ Chromium/Chrome/Brave/X-Chromium/Thorium/Vivaldi Privacy, Security + Safety Settings, Extensions, Guides + Solutions:" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#PRV MDGx collection of essential Chromium/Chrome extensions + tweaks -> "CHROMIUM" section in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php#:~:text=CHROMIUM%20%5B%2A%5D http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT 1st Things 1st: *************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 Example: I use winPenPack X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable 64-bit [free, open source]: http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 On my main home built PC and my tweaked Windows 10 gaming laptop the customized executables are located in these folders: C:\PORT\CHROME\X-Chromium.exe and respectively: C:\PORT\CHROME\BIN\CHROME\CHROME.EXE NOTES: - Registry file below uses these values [example: I use winPenPack X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable = see above] to point to file names + their respective locations. You need to replace them as needed to match your web browser executable(s) name(s) + location(s), depending on the specific/custom program(s) you are using. - All registry plain text strings [REG_SZ] listed here need to be replaced with the ones matching your existing/installed/registered web browser(s). I use winPenPack X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable (example) -> see above: Chrome Chromium Chromium web browser X-Chromium ChromeHTML ChromiumHTML winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher winPenPack.X-ChromiumLauncher winPenPack.X-ChromiumLauncher.Default X-Chromium.File XChromium.exe_.website Chromium is a fast web browser for Windows. C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\BIN\\CHROME Brace yourself... huge REG file coming up... ;-/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; * Enable next registry key + value below by removing the semicolon and space [; ] in front of them to disable + replace ; Internet Explorer (IE) executable [iexplore.exe] with your favorite existing/installed/registered web browser. ; I use winPenPack X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable (example) -> see above: ; http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 ; [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\IEXPLORE.EXE] ; "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" ; * Next 9 registry keys + values below disable + replace all known Edge/Edge related executables (.exe) with your favorite ; existing/installed/registered web browser. ; I use winPenPack X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable (example) -> see above: ; http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\elevation_service.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\LaunchWinApp.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msedge.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdge.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdgeBCHost.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdgeCP.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdgeDevTools.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MicrosoftEdgeSH.exe] "Debugger"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\http\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppXq0fevzme2pys62n3e0fbqa7peapykr8v" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\https\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX90nv6nhay5n6a98fnetv7tpk64pp35es" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\microsoft-edge\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\http\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppXq0fevzme2pys62n3e0fbqa7peapykr8v" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\https\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX90nv6nhay5n6a98fnetv7tpk64pp35es" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\microsoft-edge\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\http\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppXq0fevzme2pys62n3e0fbqa7peapykr8v" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\https\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX90nv6nhay5n6a98fnetv7tpk64pp35es" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\Associations\UrlAssociations\microsoft-edge\UserChoice] "ProgId"="AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y] "FriendlyTypeName"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\Application] "ApplicationName"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" "ApplicationCompany"="Chromium" "ApplicationIcon"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe,0" "ApplicationDescription"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" "AppUserModelID"="winPenPack.X-ChromiumLauncher.Default" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\DefaultIcon] @="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe,0" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\Shell\open] "ActivatableClassId"=- "PackageId"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" "ContractId"=- "DesiredInitialViewState"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\Shell\open\command] "DelegateExecute"=- @="\"C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe\" \"%1\"" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y] "FriendlyTypeName"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\Application] "ApplicationName"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" "ApplicationCompany"="Chromium" "ApplicationIcon"="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe,0" "ApplicationDescription"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" "AppUserModelID"="winPenPack.X-ChromiumLauncher.Default" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\DefaultIcon] @="C:\\PORT\\CHROME\\X-Chromium.exe,0" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\AppX7rm9drdg8sk7vqndwj3sdjw11x96jc0y\Shell\open] "ActivatableClassId"=- "PackageId"="winPenPack X-Chromium Launcher" 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"BookmarkBarEnabled"=dword:1 "BuiltInDnsClientEnabled"=dword:1 "ComponentUpdatesEnabled"=dword:1 "DefaultGeolocationSetting"=dword:0 "DefaultNotificationsSetting"=dword:0 "DefaultPluginsSetting"=dword:1 "DefaultSearchProviderSearchURL"="http://www.google.com/search?q={searchTerms}" "DeveloperToolsDisabled"=dword:0 "Disable3DAPIs"=dword:0 "DownloadRestrictions"=dword:0 "EditBookmarksEnabled"=dword:1 "ForceBrowserSignin"=dword:0 "ForceGoogleSafeSearch"=dword:0 "ForceYouTubeRestrict"=dword:0 "FullscreenAllowed"=dword:1 "HardwareAccelerationModeEnabled"=dword:1 "HideWebStoreIcon"=dword:1 "HomepageIsNewTabPage"=dword:1 "HomepageLocation"="chrome://newtab" "ImportAutofillFormData"=dword:1 "ImportBookmarks"=dword:1 "ImportHistory"=dword:0 "ImportHomepage"=dword:0 "ImportSavedPasswords"=dword:1 "ImportSearchEngine"=dword:0 "IncognitoModeAvailability"=dword:1 "MetricsReportingEnabled"=dword:0 "NetworkPredictionOptions"=dword:1 "NewTabPageLocation"="chrome://newtab" "PasswordManagerEnabled"=dword:1 "PromptForDownloadLocation"=dword:0 "RelaunchNotification"=dword:0 "RunAllFlashInAllowMode"=dword:1 "SafeBrowsingEnabled"=dword:1 "SafeBrowsingExtendedReportingEnabled"=dword:0 "SavingBrowserHistoryDisabled"=dword:1 "SearchSuggestEnabled"=dword:1 "ShowAppsShortcutInBookmarkBar"=dword:0 "ShowCastIconInToolbar"=dword:0 "ShowHomeButton"=dword:1 "SitePerProcess"=dword:1 "SpellCheckServiceEnabled"=dword:0 "SpellCheckEnabled"=dword:0 "SuppressUnsupportedOSWarning"=dword:1 "SyncDisabled"=dword:1 "TaskManagerEndProcessEnabled"=dword:1 "ThirdPartyBlockingEnabled"=dword:0 "TranslateEnabled"=dword:1 "WPADQuickCheckEnabled"=dword:0 "WelcomePageOnOSUpgradeEnabled"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ IMPORTANT: In some cases you may need to change the default Microsoft web browser [Edge or IE] to match your favorite existing/installed/registered web browser for (D)HTML/XML/PHP documents [.htm, .html, .dhtm, .dhtml, .xhtm, .xhtml, .xml, .php, .php4, .php5, etc] by hand: Explorer -> right-click any of your local drives/partitions/volumes containing an .htm file (and then repeat same steps for all other formats listed above) -> select Properties -> under Opens with: click "Change..." button -> under Other options click "More apps |" -> in case your favorite web browser name is not listed scroll all the way to the bottom -> click "Look for another app on this PC" -> scroll to your local drive/partition/volume (sub)folder where your favorite web browser executable (.exe) is located -> double-click it -> click Open button -> click Apply button. Change the default web browser to match your favorite existing/installed/registered web browser (examples): http://www.androidauthority.com/how-to-change-the-default-browser-in-windows-10-987604/ http://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95417/ http://support.mozilla.org/kb/how-change-your-default-browser-windows-10/ http://www.computerworld.com/article/3229068/ http://www.cloudwards.net/how-to-disable-microsoft-edge/ http://support.microsoft.com/windows/change-your-default-browser-in-windows-10-020c58c6-7d77-797a-b74e-8f07946c5db6 ______________________________________________________________________________ Windows Updates (WU) Catalog, Listings + Guides * NOTE: Microsoft Updates/Upgrades/Service Packs (SPs)/(Hot)Fixes/Patches/Drivers/etc listed here are for United States (US) English [en-US] Windows NTx Operating Systems (OSes) 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) builds/editions/releases/versions. See Microsoft web pages for information how to download Windows updates in other languages. http://www.science.co.il/language/Locale-codes.php Microsoft Updates Catalog lists Windows Updates (WU) in all available languages: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=Windows%207%20Update * Windows Updates (WU) Catalog, Listings + Guides: - Windows 11 Updates Catalog: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%2011%22 - Windows 10 Updates Catalog: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%2010%22 - Windows 2022 Server Updates Catalog [unreleased yet!]: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%20Server%202022%22 - Windows 2019 Server Updates Catalog: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%20Server%202019%22 - Windows 2016 Server Updates Catalog: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=%22Windows%20Server%202016%22 Download desired/needed Update(s)/Fix(es)/Patch(es) to your local disk/media/storage device -> right-click each .CAB/.EXE/.MSI/.MSP/.MSU file -> Run as Administrator -> follow on screen instructions -> restart/reboot (if prompted). - Windows 10/11/2016/2019/2022 Updates FAQ: http://windows.microsoft.com/windows/windows-update/ - Microsoft Security Advisories + Bulletins: http://learn.microsoft.com/security-updates/ - ComputerWorld: Windows 11: A guide to the updates: http://www.computerworld.com/article/3636790/windows-11-a-guide-to-the-updates.html - ComputerWorld: Windows 10: A guide to the updates: http://www.computerworld.com/article/3199077/windows-10-a-guide-to-the-updates.html - ERPMan's Windows 10 System Updates: http://erpman1.tripod.com/win10upd.html - THFS: List of Windows 10 Updates/(Hot)Fixes/Patches: http://thehotfixshare.net/board/?/search/&q=%22Windows%2010%22&type=downloads_file - Windows 10 Cumulative Updates List: http://www.howto-connect.com/windows-10-cumulative-updates-list/ - Windows 10 Updates Guide: http://www.computerworld.com/article/3199077/windows-10-a-guide-to-the-updates.html - Windows 10 Updates News: http://www.windowslatest.com/windows-10-news/ - ElevenForum: Windows 11 News: http://www.elevenforum.com/news/ - TenForums: Windows 10 News: http://www.tenforums.com/windows-10-news/ - Understand Windows 10 Update Names and Numbers: http://www.howtogeek.com/697411/ - Guide to managing Microsoft Patch Tuesday: http://www.techrepublic.com/article/insiders-guide-to-managing-microsoft-patch-tuesday/ - Every Last Thing About Windows Update (WU) for Windows 7/newer: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-find-out-every-last-thing-about-windows-update/ - Install Manually Offline CAB (.cab), EXE (.exe) + MSU (.msu) Updates: http://woshub.com/manually-install-cab-msu-updates-windows/ - Manually check for updates on Windows 10 computer and install them: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-check-for-updates-on-windows-10/ - Prevent specific Windows 10 Update or Driver from installing: http://www.repairwin.com/prevent-a-specific-windows-update-or-driver-from-installing-in-windows-10/ - MajorGeeks: Windows Updates (WU) tools [free(ware)]: http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortname/windows_update.html * Windows 7/8/8.1/10 32-bit + 64-bit Updates disable Intel Broadwell + Haswell CPUs Meltdown/Spectre Variants "Branch target injection vulnerability" errors/reboots after Intel CPU firmware update(s): - MSKB KB4090007 Fix 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 10/2016 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://support.microsoft.com/help/4090007/ Microsoft Catalog Files for KB4090007 Update: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=KB4090007 - MSKB KB4078130 Fix 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/2008 R2/8/20012/8.1/2012 R2/10/2016 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://support.microsoft.com/help/4078130/ Microsoft Catalog File for KB4078130 Update: http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/search.aspx?q=KB4078130 File: http://download.windowsupdate.com/c/msdownload/update/software/crup/2018/01/kb4078130_b86f0bf2dc0866a0e117ed2d4a5302fab0493a7b.exe Intel CPUs Updates: http://newsroom.intel.com/news/intel-security-issue-update-addressing-reboot-issues/ Intel CPUs Info [PDF]: http://newsroom.intel.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2018/04/microcode-update-guidance.pdf InSpectre for Windows 10/11 detects operating system (OS) ability to prevent Meltdown + Spectre vulnerability attacks against Intel Broadwell + Haswell CPUs + necessity of installing respective update(s): http://www.grc.com/inspectre.htm File: http://www.grc.com/files/InSpectre.exe * Windows 8.1/newer Windows Update (WU) logs generated by Event Tracing for Windows (ETW): http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/windows-update-logs/ Convert Event Tracing for Windows (ETW) diagnostics file(s) [.etl] into readable plain text/ASCII file [.log]: right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-WindowsUpdateLog WU .etl files are generated in the %WinDir%\logs\WindowsUpdate folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. Converted .log file will be created in the %WinDir% folder by overriding any existing one: %WinDir%\WindowsUpdate.log View WindowsUpdate.log by using Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT * MDGx Windows NTx Components, Add-ons, Extras, (Hot)Fixes, Patches, Upgrades, Updates: - MDGx "Updates/(Hot)Fixes/Patches + Windows Update (WU)" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT - MDGx Windows Updates (WU) Tools [free(ware)] -> "TOOLS 10/11" chapter in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT - MDGx Java Runtime Environment (JRE): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#JAVA - MDGx .NET Framework Redistributable (NFR): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR - MDGx Visual Studio (VS) + Visual C++ (VC): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#VS6 - MDGx Group Policy (GP): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#GPO - MDGx File Manager (FM): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#FMNT - MDGx Access Control Lists (ACL) + Ownership Tools: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#ACL - MDGx NTFS Alternate Data Streams (ADS): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#ADS - MDGx Free(ware) Windows NTx Extras: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#2KXP ______________________________________________________________________________ Turn OFF/Remove Windows 10 Adware, Spyware, Security Flaws + Repair/Restore Privacy * Turn OFF/block/disable/remove/stop Windows 10 dangerous/insecure/unsafe, undesirable/unnecessary/unneeded/unused/useless, automatic/unattended/forced/hidden/buggy/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent, annoying/bloat/resources consuming, diagnostic tracking, telemetry ("phone home"), data collection/logging, customer "experience", unwanted "offers", ads/adware/spyware, security flaws/vulnerabilities + repair/restore privacy: - Windows 10: Privacy and data collection: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_10#Privacy_and_data_collection - Windows 10 Enterprise - Mother of all tweak scripts: http://www.reboot.pro/topic/20623-windows-10-enterprise-mother-of-all-tweak-scripts/ - Windows 10 Privacy Guide, Batch files + Scripts: http://github.com/adolfintel/Windows10-Privacy/ - Windows 10 stop "phone home" (telemetry): http://gist.github.com/CHEF-KOCH/ca8fbf6bb7f6fa7bab06/ - Disable Data Collection in Windows 10: http://www.msfn.org/board/topic/174160-guide-disable-data-collection-in-windows-10/ - Disable Telemetry and Data Collection in Windows 10: http://www.winaero.com/blog/how-to-disable-telemetry-and-data-collection-in-windows-10/ - Fix Windows 10 privacy + disable spyware: http://web.archive.org/web/20180323123837/http://fix10.isleaked.com/ - Manage Windows 10 notification and upgrade options: http://support.microsoft.com/help/3080351/ - Windows 10 telemetry secrets: where, when and why Microsoft collects your data: http://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-10-telemetry-secrets/ - Windows 10: which services to disable?: http://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/378804 - Remove Bloat from Windows 10: http://www.hwinfo.com/misc/RemoveW10Bloat.htm - Disable Diagnostics Tracking (DiagTrack) service: http://www.ghacks.net/2015/05/12/how-to-disable-the-diagnostics-tracking-service-in-windows/ - Disable Windows 10 Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector [diagnosticshub.standardcollector.service] service: http://www.hwinfo.com/misc/RemoveW10Bloat.htm - Disable Windows 10 WAP Push Message Routing (DmWAPPush) service: http://www.ghacks.net/2015/11/28/windows-10-new-services-list/ - Disable Windows 10 Retail Demo (RetailDemo) service: http://www.tenforums.com/windows-10-news/8079-windows-10-has-secret-retail-demo-mode-new-app-video-loop.html - Disable Windows Event Collector [WECSvc] service: http://www.computerstepbystep.com/windows_event_collector_service.html - Rename/Disable Cortana + Stop SearchUI.exe: http://www.tenforums.com/software-apps/14300-how-permanently-disable-cortana-4.html - Stop SearchUI.exe in Windows 10: http://www.trishtech.com/2016/01/how-to-permanently-stop-searchui-exe-from-running-in-windows-10/ - Stop Windows 10 spying by using Windows Firewall: http://www.winaero.com/blog/stop-windows-10-spying-on-you-using-just-windows-firewall/ - Windows 10 Tweaks: http://www.pastebin.com/m26z309a - Windows 10 Tweaks: http://www.tweakhound.com/2015/08/10/my-windows-10-tweaks/ ... Would you like to know more? ;-/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdrjzE1SE58 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starship_Troopers_(film)#Politics_and_propaganda Some of these fixes + guides + tips may also work with Windows 11. * Turn OFF Telemetry, Data collection/logging, "customer experience", unwanted "offers", Wi-Fi Sense, AutoUpdate, Defender, Office telemetry, Diagnostics log/report, (re)install/uninstall automatic/unattended/forced/hidden/buggy/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent or spyware Windows Updates (WU): http://www.winaero.com/blog/disable-defender-windows-10-fall-creators-update/ http://heimdalsecurity.com/en/windows-10-security-guide/privacy/ http://www.helpdeskgeek.com/windows-10/how-to-disable-windows-10-telemetry/ http://tosdr.org/#microsoft http://tosdr.org/#microsoft-store http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-reghacks.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/privacy/windows-diagnostic-data/ http://privacy.microsoft.com/ Winaero Tweaker 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 [select Portable at install time!]: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ Download: http://www.winaero.com/download-winaero-tweaker/ Winaero Tweaker Features: http://www.winaero.com/the-list-of-winaero-tweaker-features/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\DataCollection] "Allow Telemetry"=dword:0 "AllowTelemetry"=dword:0 "DisableDeviceDelete"=- "MaxTelemetryAllowed"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\DataCollection] "Allow Telemetry"=dword:0 "AllowTelemetry"=dword:0 "DisableDeviceDelete"=- "MaxTelemetryAllowed"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "DoNotTrack"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "DoNotTrack"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "DoNotTrack"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsBackup] "DisableMonitoring"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16.0\osm] "Enablelogging"=dword:0 "EnableUpload"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Office\Common\ClientTelemetry] "DisableTelemetry"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16.0\osm] "Enablelogging"=dword:0 "EnableUpload"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\Common\ClientTelemetry] "DisableTelemetry"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16.0\osm] "Enablelogging"=dword:0 "EnableUpload"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Office\Common\ClientTelemetry] "DisableTelemetry"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF/uninstall/disable Cortana, Cortana Search [SearchUI.exe], Web Search, Bing/MSN Search + Location Detection: http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/disable-web-search-windows-10-april-update/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-cortana-in-windows-10/ http://thinkmobiles.com/blog/how-to-uninstall-cortana/ http://www.tomsguide.com/news/how-to-uninstall-cortana/ http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/how-disable-searchuiexe-windows-10.htm http://thegeekpage.com/file-explorer-is-opening-too-slow/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Windows Search] "ConnectedSearchUseWebOverMeteredConnections"=dword:0 "AllowCortana"=dword:0 "DisableWebSearch"=dword:1 "ConnectedSearchUseWeb"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search] "CortanaConsent"=dword:0 "AllowSearchToUseLocation"=dword:0 "BingSearchEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search] "CortanaConsent"=dword:0 "AllowSearchToUseLocation"=dword:0 "BingSearchEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Uninstall + remove Cortana from Windows 10 using PowerShell console commands + "Uninstall Cortana.cmd" batch file script: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-cortana-in-windows-10/ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line (depending on your Windows 10 build/edition/release/update/version): Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers *Microsoft.549981C3F5F10* | Remove-AppXPackage Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers Microsoft.Windows.Cortana_1.13.0.18362_neutral_neutral_cw5n1h2txyewy | Remove-AppXPackage Download "Uninstall Cortana.cmd" [ZIP file]: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1832 Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these 6 commands -> press Enter after each line: C: CD "%WinDir%\SystemApps\Microsoft.Windows.Cortana_cw5n1h2txyewy" TAKEOWN.EXE /f SearchUI.exe ICACLS.EXE SearchUI.exe /grant Administrators:F TASKKILL.EXE /IM SearchUI.exe /F /T REN SearchUI.exe SearchUI.OLD ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ * Turn OFF Advertising/Suggestions/Promotions + turn ON Private Browsing in Cortana, Edge, Internet Explorer (IE) + Web Search in order to increase/improve your online privacy + strengthen your security level in Windows 10/11: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/opt-out-stop-personalized-windows-10/ http://www.howtogeek.com/269331/how-to-disable-all-of-windows-10s-built-in-advertising/ http://choice.microsoft.com/opt-out/ http://account.microsoft.com/privacy/ http://support.microsoft.com/windows/browsing-history-on-the-privacy-dashboard-550e772a-04c9-3e9a-3ec0-762519df5e11 http://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/view-and-delete-browser-history-in-microsoft-edge-00cf7943-a9e1-975a-a33d-ac10ce454ca4 http://www.top-password.com/blog/delete-microsoft-edge-ie-browsing-history-in-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-cortana-microsoft-edge-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/download-disable-cortana-in-microsoft-edge/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-ads-windows-10/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/81383-turn-off-cortana-browsing-history-permissions-windows-10-a.html http://www.howtogeek.com/265027/how-to-disable-cortana-in-windows-10/ http://www.ghacks.net/2020/10/05/how-to-disable-bing-search-in-windows-10-version-2004-and-newer/ http://technoresult.com/disable-edge-inprivate-browsing-mode-using-registry-settings/ http://www.computerworld.com/article/3025709/ http://www.ubergizmo.com/how-to/disable-bing-search-windows-10/ http://www.helpdeskgeek.com/how-to/disable-turn-off-inprivate-browsing-ie-microsoft-edge/ http://www.computerworld.com/article/3622001/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_turn_diagnostic_data_settings_on_or_off_in_windows_10.html http://redmondmag.com/articles/2021/03/01/reclaim-privacy-from-windows-1.aspx http://redmondmag.com/articles/2021/03/03/reclaim-privacy-from-windows-2.aspx http://www.bgr.com/2015/07/31/windows-10-upgrade-spying-how-to-opt-out/ http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/2430786/updategate-microsoft-is-now-installing-windows-10-by-default-in-windows-update/ Internet Explorer (IE) web browser: 1. Go to: http://choice.microsoft.com/opt-out/ 2. Turn OFF all ads: - Personalized ads in this browser. - Personalized ads wherever I use my Microsoft account. 3. Go to: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ and then to: http://optout.networkadvertising.org/ 4. UNcheck all boxes: - "All Participating Companies". - "Companies Customizing Ads For Your Browser". - "select all". - click "Opt out of all" button. 5. Go to [only if using a Microsoft Azure/Bing/Hotmail/Live/MSN/Outlook/Windows Mail e-mail/membership/subscription/enrollment/developer/tester/VIP account]: http://account.microsoft.com/privacy/ UNcheck/opt out of all ads/promotions/suggestions boxes/options. 6. Internet Explorer (IE) 9/10/11 "Block Tracking" (Geolocation Detection) + "Automatic (Forced) Upgrade": http://unlockforus.blogspot.com/2012/09/do-not-allow-websites-to-get-your.html http://support.microsoft.com/help/2843950/ http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/7996-internet-explorer-10-auto-update-enable-disable.html http://www.itninja.com/question/ie10-turn-off-auto-updates/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Geolocation] "BlockAllWebsites"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Geolocation] "BlockAllWebsites"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "EnableAutoUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "EnableAutoUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main] "EnableAutoUpgrade"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ 7. Turn OFF primitive/obsolete Internet Explorer (IE) Security Check: http://www.windows-security.org/65c2e8edd3108cdb6fc985493bb2fa38/turn-off-the-security-settings-check-feature/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Security] "DisableSecuritySettingsCheck"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Security] "DisableSecuritySettingsCheck"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Security] "DisableSecuritySettingsCheck"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ 8. Manage cookies in Internet Explorer (IE): http://www.whatismybrowser.com/guides/clear-cache-history-cookies/internet-explorer http://kb.wisc.edu/helpdesk/page.php?id=15141 http://support.microsoft.com/en-us/search?query=cookies%20in%20internet%20explorer More info @ MDGx "Internet Explorer (IE) 11.0" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/ietoy.htm#IE11 Open E10BLOK.CMD (included) in Notepad for details: http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/E10BLOK.CMD.TXT 9. Install AdBlock Plus (ABP) for Internet Explorer (IE) (free, open source): http://adblockplus.org/en/internet-explorer 10. Restart your browser (if + when needed). Cortana, Edge web browser, Internet Explorer (IE) web browser + Search: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppContainer\Storage\microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\MicrosoftEdge\ServiceUI] "EnableCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Windows Search] "AllowCortana"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableSearchBoxSuggestions"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Privacy] "EnableInPrivateBrowsing"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge] "AllowInPrivate"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\Main] "AllowInPrivate"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search] "BingSearchEnabled"=dword:0 "CortanaConsent"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Search] "BingSearchEnabled"=dword:0 "CortanaConsent"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF all Microsoft Feeds + Sync features running in the background without permission [msfeed*.dll + msfeed*.exe]: http://admx.help/HKCU/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Internet%20Explorer/Feeds/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "AllowBasicAuthInClear"=dword:0 "BackgroundSyncStatus"=dword:0 "DisableAddRemove"=dword:0 "DisableEnclosureDownload"=dword:0 "DisableFeedPane"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Feeds] "SyncTask"=- "SyncStatus"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "TurnOffOPV"=dword:1 "AutoMarkAsReadOPV"=dword:0 "TurnOnClipButton"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Office\12.0\Outlook\Options\RSS] "SyncToSysCFL"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "AllowBasicAuthInClear"=dword:0 "BackgroundSyncStatus"=dword:0 "DisableAddRemove"=dword:0 "DisableEnclosureDownload"=dword:0 "DisableFeedPane"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "AllowBasicAuthInClear"=dword:0 "BackgroundSyncStatus"=dword:0 "DisableAddRemove"=dword:0 "DisableEnclosureDownload"=dword:0 "DisableFeedPane"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Feeds] "SyncTask"=- "SyncStatus"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "TurnOffOPV"=dword:1 "AutoMarkAsReadOPV"=dword:0 "TurnOnClipButton"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Feeds] "TurnOffOPV"=dword:1 "AutoMarkAsReadOPV"=dword:0 "TurnOnClipButton"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\12.0\Outlook\Options\RSS] "SyncToSysCFL"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\12.0\Outlook\Options\RSS] "SyncToSysCFL"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Biometrics] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Biometrics] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Biometrics] "Enabled"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF geo(graphical) (GPS) (geo)location tracking + Location Services for accounts, apps + connected devices: http://winbuzzer.com/2020/07/14/windows-10-how-to-turn-on-or-turn-off-location-services-xcxwbn/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/13225-turn-off-location-services-windows-10-a.html TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CapabilityAccessManager\ConsentStore\location] "Value"="deny" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CapabilityAccessManager\ConsentStore\location] "Value"="deny" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CapabilityAccessManager\ConsentStore\location] "Value"="deny" ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Apps Advertising ID for all unapproved/undesirable/without permission (not so) "relevant" ads: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/76453-advertising-id-relevant-ads-enable-disable-windows-10-a.html TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AdvertisingInfo] "DisabledByGroupPolicy"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AdvertisingInfo] "DisabledByGroupPolicy"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\AdvertisingInfo] "DisabledByGroupPolicy"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AdvertisingInfo] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AdvertisingInfo] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AdvertisingInfo] "Enabled"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Windows Insider Program (WIP) to block/disable/turn OFF automatic/unattended/forced/hidden/buggy/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent installation of all untested, unsafe, buggy/flawed beta/unfinished/testing, developer mode, interim, pre-release, preview, test Windows 10 update builds, some of whom ask for money/paid subscription/membership/enrollment/privileges/personal information and/or charge your bank/cash/debit/credit/money card/wallet/money account at the end of their time limited trial/deadline/expiration period, or for as long as you maintain membership/subscription/enrollment: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/63585-enable-disable-insider-build-settings-windows-10-a.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/remove_windows_insider_program.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/remove_windows_insider_program_page.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_enable_or_disable_windows_insider_program_in_windows_10.html TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wisvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\wisvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wisvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\wisvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wisvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\wisvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX] "InsiderProgramEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate] "InsiderProgramEnabled"=dword:0 "ManagePreviewBuilds"=dword:1 "ManagePreviewBuildsPolicyValue"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\PreviewBuilds] "AllowBuildPreview"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsSelfHost\UI\Visibility] "HideInsiderPage"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. Unenroll/unregister/unsubscribe/terminate/cancel existent Windows Insider Program (WIP) account: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/157018-how-leave-windows-insider-program-unregister-account.html Leave Windows Insider Program (WIP) account: http://insider.windows.com/leave-program/ Unenroll/unregister/unsubscribe/terminate/cancel from WIP e-mail updates/newsletters/notifications/etc +/- turn OFF/disable all upcoming WIP messages/notifications/newsletters/updates by adding the WIP account(s) e-mail address(es) to your blocked sender list, which varies depending on your e-mail account(s) service provider(s) +/- e-mail client(s)/program(s)/software. * Turn OFF Windows Hello for Business biometrics facial/fingerprint recognition login, Windows Hello PIN (Personal Identification Number), Windows Hello Setup notification + Natural Authentication [NaturalAuthentication] service in order to block unnecessary/unwanted biometrics notifications + Microsoft Azure/Bing/Hotmail/Live/MSN/Outlook/Windows Mail e-mail/membership/subscription/enrollment/developer/tester/VIP accounts in Windows 10: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/117987-enable-disable-windows-hello-biometrics-windows-10-a.html http://www.intowindows.com/how-to-disable-or-block-microsoft-accounts-in-windows-10/ http://www.techilife.com/how-to-remove-windows-hello-pin-sign-in-options/ http://www.top-password.com/blog/disable-windows-10-face-recognition-or-fingerprint-login/ http://www.top-password.com/blog/disable-windows-hello-pin-setup-in-windows-10/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\NaturalAuthentication\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\NaturalAuthentication] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:3 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\NaturalAuthentication\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\NaturalAuthentication] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:3 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\NaturalAuthentication\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\NaturalAuthentication] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:3 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\current\device\Settings] "AllowYourAccount"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\default\Settings\AllowYourAccount] "value"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\default\Settings\AllowSignInOptions] "value"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "NoConnectedUser"=dword:3 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "NoConnectedUser"=dword:3 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "NoConnectedUser"=dword:3 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "AllowDomainPINLogon"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "AllowDomainPINLogon"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Rename the %WinDir%\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\NGC [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS] folder to something else (example) by running BATch file below: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\NGC" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\NGC" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\NGC" NGC_OLD :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ * Turn OFF Windows 10/11 Push Notification Services (WNS) [WpnService + WpnUserService], automatic install, Action Center, Taskbar notifications icon + notifications for apps (start, toast, tiles), calls (voice, VoIP), badges, store, cloud (server), ad(vertisment)s, memberships, subscriptions, enrollments, suggestions, experience, tips, sync, sound(s), notifications, updates in Windows, Desktop, Start Menu, Apps, Explorer, on the Lock Screen: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-disable-notification-and-action-center-in-windows-10/ http://winbuzzer.com/2020/06/09/how-to-enable-or-disable-the-action-center-in-windows-10-aka-notifications-center-xcxwbt/ http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/disable-explorer-search-box-suggestions-windows-7/ http://superuser.com/questions/1246950/ http://www.howtogeek.com/344496/ http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoQuietHours http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoCallsDuringQuietHours http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoCloudNotification http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoTileNotification http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoToastNotification http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoLockScreenToastNotification http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Notifications::NoNotificationMirroring http://winbuzzer.com/2020/07/01/windows-10-how-to-turn-off-notifications-or-notification-sounds-xcxwbt/ http://techcult.com/enable-or-disable-app-notifications-on-lock-screen-in-windows-10/ http://gist.github.com/carcheky/981fda4af8e5aac73d0ca8558947ffbb/ http://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/23/how-to-block-the-automatic-installation-of-suggested-windows-10-apps/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/31107-turn-off-lock-screen-reminders-voip-calls-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/76252-turn-off-windows-welcome-experience-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/24117-turn-off-app-suggestions-start-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/61017-turn-off-notification-sound-senders-windows-10-a.html http://www.thewindowsclub.com/disable-notifications-from-apps-and-other-senders/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/per-user-services-in-windows/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Push_Notification_Service http://www.geeksgyaan.com/2019/04/high-ram-usage.html http://www.surfacetablethelp.com/2018/09/disable-windows-push-notifications-user-service-with-high-cpu-in-windows-10.html http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/a8747e67-68a0-4cc8-af9f-6bd4949761e3/ http://www.seaofthieves.com/forum/topic/34914/ http://dirteam.com/sander/2019/07/04/howto-disable-unnecessary-services-and-scheduled-tasks-on-ad-fs-servers/ http://helpdeskgeek.com/windows-10/how-to-fix-system-tray-or-icons-missing-in-windows-10/ http://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/en-us/ac2b1d1c-1326-43b0-b8f0-ae7260cba3bd/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\TrayNotify] "IconStreams"=- "PastIconsStream"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\TrayNotify] "IconStreams"=- "PastIconsStream"=- [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\TrayNotify] "IconStreams"=- "PastIconsStream"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings\Windows.SystemToast.SecurityAndMaintenance] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings\Windows.SystemToast.SecurityAndMaintenance] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings\Windows.SystemToast.SecurityAndMaintenance] "Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX\Settings] "TrayIconVisibility"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableActionCenter"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableActionCenter"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableActionCenter"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "DisallowNotificationMirroring"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoCloudApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoTileApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotificationOnLockScreen"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "DisallowNotificationMirroring"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoCloudApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoTileApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotificationOnLockScreen"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "DisallowNotificationMirroring"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoCloudApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoTileApplicationNotification"=dword:1 "NoToastApplicationNotificationOnLockScreen"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "ToastEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "ToastEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications] "ToastEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings] "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_CRITICAL_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_NOTIFICATION_SOUND"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_GLEAM_ENABLED"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings] "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_CRITICAL_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_NOTIFICATION_SOUND"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_GLEAM_ENABLED"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings] "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_CRITICAL_TOASTS_ABOVE_LOCK"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_ALLOW_NOTIFICATION_SOUND"=dword:0 "NOC_GLOBAL_SETTING_GLEAM_ENABLED"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "ContentDeliveryAllowed"=dword:0 "FeatureManagementEnabled"=dword:0 "OemPreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEverEnabled"=dword:0 "RemediationRequired"=dword:0 "SilentInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "SoftLandingEnabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338387Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338388Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338389Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338393Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-314563Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353698Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353694Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContentEnabled"=dword:0 "SystemPaneSuggestionsEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "ContentDeliveryAllowed"=dword:0 "FeatureManagementEnabled"=dword:0 "OemPreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEverEnabled"=dword:0 "RemediationRequired"=dword:0 "SilentInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "SoftLandingEnabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338387Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338388Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338389Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338393Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-314563Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353698Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353694Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContentEnabled"=dword:0 "SystemPaneSuggestionsEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "ContentDeliveryAllowed"=dword:0 "FeatureManagementEnabled"=dword:0 "OemPreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "PreInstalledAppsEverEnabled"=dword:0 "RemediationRequired"=dword:0 "SilentInstalledAppsEnabled"=dword:0 "SoftLandingEnabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338387Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338388Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338389Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-338393Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-314563Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353698Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContent-353694Enabled"=dword:0 "SubscribedContentEnabled"=dword:0 "SystemPaneSuggestionsEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager\SuggestedApps] "40579FactionSoftware.Colorist_ktsqrfenxtjhw"=dword:0 "46928bounde.EclipseManager_a5h4egax66k6y"=dword:0 "ActiproSoftwareLLC.562882FEEB491_24pqs290vpjk0"=dword:0 "AdobeSystemsIncorporated.AdobePhotoshopExpress_ynb6jyjzte8ga"=dword:0 "D5EA27B7.Duolingo-LearnLanguagesforFree_yx6k7tf7xvsea"=dword:0 "Flipboard.Flipboard_3f5azkryzdbc4"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingNews_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingWeather_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.FreshPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Getstarted_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.NetworkSpeedTest_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Office.Sway_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.RemoteDesktop_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsAlarms_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsSoundRecorder_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager\SuggestedApps] "40579FactionSoftware.Colorist_ktsqrfenxtjhw"=dword:0 "46928bounde.EclipseManager_a5h4egax66k6y"=dword:0 "ActiproSoftwareLLC.562882FEEB491_24pqs290vpjk0"=dword:0 "AdobeSystemsIncorporated.AdobePhotoshopExpress_ynb6jyjzte8ga"=dword:0 "D5EA27B7.Duolingo-LearnLanguagesforFree_yx6k7tf7xvsea"=dword:0 "Flipboard.Flipboard_3f5azkryzdbc4"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingNews_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingWeather_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.FreshPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Getstarted_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.NetworkSpeedTest_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Office.Sway_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.RemoteDesktop_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsAlarms_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsSoundRecorder_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager\SuggestedApps] "40579FactionSoftware.Colorist_ktsqrfenxtjhw"=dword:0 "46928bounde.EclipseManager_a5h4egax66k6y"=dword:0 "ActiproSoftwareLLC.562882FEEB491_24pqs290vpjk0"=dword:0 "AdobeSystemsIncorporated.AdobePhotoshopExpress_ynb6jyjzte8ga"=dword:0 "D5EA27B7.Duolingo-LearnLanguagesforFree_yx6k7tf7xvsea"=dword:0 "Flipboard.Flipboard_3f5azkryzdbc4"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingNews_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.BingWeather_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.FreshPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Getstarted_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.NetworkSpeedTest_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.Office.Sway_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.RemoteDesktop_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsAlarms_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 "Microsoft.WindowsSoundRecorder_8wekyb3d8bbwe"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Privacy] "TailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticDataEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Privacy] "TailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticDataEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Privacy] "TailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticDataEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "ShowSyncProviderNotifications"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "ShowSyncProviderNotifications"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "ShowSyncProviderNotifications"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CloudContent] "ConfigureWindowsSpotlight"=dword:2 "IncludeEnterpriseSpotlight"=dword:0 "DisableThirdPartySuggestions"=dword:1 "DisableTailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticData"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsConsumerFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightWindowsWelcomeExperience"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnActionCenter"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnSettings"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CloudContent] "ConfigureWindowsSpotlight"=dword:2 "IncludeEnterpriseSpotlight"=dword:0 "DisableThirdPartySuggestions"=dword:1 "DisableTailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticData"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsConsumerFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightWindowsWelcomeExperience"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnActionCenter"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnSettings"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CloudContent] "ConfigureWindowsSpotlight"=dword:2 "IncludeEnterpriseSpotlight"=dword:0 "DisableThirdPartySuggestions"=dword:1 "DisableTailoredExperiencesWithDiagnosticData"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsConsumerFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightFeatures"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightWindowsWelcomeExperience"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnActionCenter"=dword:1 "DisableWindowsSpotlightOnSettings"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\QuietHours] "AllowCalls"=dword:0 "Enable"=dword:0 "EntryTime"=dword:0 "ExitTime"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\QuietHours] "AllowCalls"=dword:0 "Enable"=dword:0 "EntryTime"=dword:0 "ExitTime"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\QuietHours] "AllowCalls"=dword:0 "Enable"=dword:0 "EntryTime"=dword:0 "ExitTime"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. * Turn OFF/get OUT of Windows 10/11 S mode: crippled, disabled, forced, limited, locked, restricted, stripped down to Microsoft store anti-competitive/centered/exclusive/proprietary account(s), apps, enrollments, features, memberships, services, subscriptions, trials + adware/tracking/spyware + OneDrive cloud storage: http://www.hellotech.com/blog/what-is-windows-10-s-mode-and-how-to-turn-it-off/ http://support.microsoft.com/windows/switching-out-of-s-mode-in-windows-4f56d9be-99ec-6983-119f-031bfb28a307 http://www.thewindowsclub.com/switch-out-of-s-mode-in-windows-10/ http://www.microsoft.com/windows/s-mode/ http://petri.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-windows-10-s-mode/ http://www.howtogeek.com/354057/ http://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-s-mode-pros-and-cons/ http://helpdesk.broward.edu/TDClient/1880/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=124396 http://softwarekeep.com/help-center/6-things-to-know-about-windows-10-s-and-windows-10-in-s-mode/ http://www.pcmag.com/news/some-users-are-stuck-in-windows-10-s-mode/ Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Windows Settings [gear icon] -> Update & Security -> Activation -> Go to the Store -> "Switch out of S Mode" -> Get -> Install -> wait for confirmation message: "You're all set! You have switched out of S mode and can now install apps from outside the Store." Done. * MDGx "Turn OFF/Remove Windows 7/8/8.1 Adware, Spyware, Security Flaws + Repair/Restore Privacy" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT ______________________________________________________________________________ Tweak Windows 10/11 Services * 1st Things 1st: ***************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 * Disable/(re)enable, stop/(re)start, clean/repair/restore + customize/optimize/tweak Windows 10/11 services responsible for/contributing to/involved in/related to: dangerous/insecure/unsafe, undesirable/unnecessary/unneeded/unused/useless, automatic/unattended/forced/hidden/buggy/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent, annoying/bloat/resources consuming, diagnostic tracking, telemetry ("phone home"), data collection/logging, customer "experience", unwanted "offers", ad(vertisment)s/adware/spyware, privacy/safety/security flaws/vulnerabilities: - Disable System Services in Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 with Desktop Experience: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/security/windows-services/security-guidelines-for-disabling-system-services-in-windows-server/ - Disable Unnecessary Services in Windows 10/11: http://www.minitool.com/news/windows-10-services-to-disable.html - Windows 10 Services to Disable for Better Performance: http://www.howto-connect.com/windows-10-services-to-disable-for-performance/ - Disable Unnecessary Services in Windows 7/newer: http://www.winhelp.us/disable-unneeded-services-in-windows.html - Safely stop unnecessary Windows 10/11 services: http://searchenterprisedesktop.techtarget.com/tip/How-to-safely-stop-unnecessary-Windows-10-services/ - 20 Unnecessary Background Services to Disable in Windows 10/11: http://www.freshtechtips.com/2019/04/disable-unnecessary-services-in-windows.html - 20 Services in Windows 10/11 that Can be Stopped Without Any Risk: http://www.reginout.com/help-center/turn-off-windows-10-services-get-unfair-speed-boost/ - 12 Windows 10 Services Safe to Disable: http://www.groovypost.com/howto/12-windows-10-services-that-are-safe-to-disable/ - Windows 10 Services to Disable to Improve Performance: http://technicalustad.com/windows-10-services-to-disable-to-improve-performance/ - 25 Windows 10/11 Services to Disable for Performance & Better Gaming: http://www.pcerror-fix.com/windows-10-services-to-disable-for-gaming/ - What Windows 10/11 Services Can I Disable: http://www.briteccomputers.co.uk/posts/what-windows-10-services-can-i-disable/ - Windows 10: which services to disable?: http://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/378804 - Disable Windows Event Collector (WECSvc) service: http://www.computerstepbystep.com/windows_event_collector_service.html - Disabling Unneeded Services: http://sourcedaddy.com/windows-7/disabling-unneeded-services.html - Windows 10/11 Services Configuration: http://www.blackviper.com/service-configurations/black-vipers-windows-10-service-configurations/ - Windows 10/11 Services: http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/ - Windows 10/11 Service Defaults: http://revertservice.com/10/ - Delete a Service in Windows using Different Methods: http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/how-to-remove-unwanted-service/ - Restore Default Services in Windows 7/newer: http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/restore_or_verify_default_services_in_windows_7_10.html - Optimize Windows 10/11 Services for increased performance: http://discourse.pi64.win/t/optimizing-windows-10-services-for-increased-performance/ - Windows services: http://renenyffenegger.ch/notes/Windows/services/ - Windows 10 Services: http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-services.html - Restore Default Services in Windows 7/newer: http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/restore_or_verify_default_services_in_windows_7_10.html - Windows 10/11 updates - One small step for man, one big...: http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/windows-10-updates-improvements-control.html - Windows 10 Default Services Configuration: http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/windows-10-default-services-configuration/ - Windows 11 Default Services Configuration: http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/windows-11-default-services-configuration/ - Windows 10/11 Service Configuration: http://www.windowsafg.com/win10services.html - Windows 10/11 Default Services: http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-services.html - Which Windows services are safe to disable and when?: http://www.digitalcitizen.life/which-windows-services-are-safe-disable-when/ - 25 Windows 10/11 Services to Disable for Performance & Better Gaming: http://www.pcerror-fix.com/windows-10-services-to-disable-for-gaming/ - Windows Services you can safely disable [Complete Guide]: http://windowsreport.com/disable-windows-services/ - 10services_default.bat: http://gist.github.com/samkatakouzinos/2d57ecf46a3f729495b1e2dbff938628/ Disable individual + interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services separately +/- in groups (where applicable): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Microsoft_Windows_components#Services http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4499-start-stop-disable-services-windows-10-a.html http://www.windowscentral.com/how-start-and-stop-services-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/start-stop-restart-service-windows-10/ http://win10help.info/how-to-enable-or-disable-app-readiness-service-in-windows-10/ http://www.file.net/process/fmapp.exe.html http://teckangaroo.com/what-is-connected-devices-platform-service/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/what-is-connected-devices-platform-service-cdpsvc/ http://appuals.com/what-is-the-connected-devices-platform-service-and-should-it-be-disabled/ http://learn.microsoft.com/previous-versions/windows/desktop/qos/link-layer-topology-discovery-protocol/ http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/f933e03b-e157-4a1d-9916-8cfeb11ad2fc/ http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/wsappx-high-disk-cpu-usage-windows-10/ http://www.newnettechnologies.com/disable-windows-services.html http://virtualfeller.com/2017/04/25/optimize-vdi-windows-10-services-original-anniversary-and-creator-updates/ http://www.howtogeek.com/268240/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/122727-enable-disable-offline-files-windows.html http://www.poppelgaard.com/how-to-determine-usb-drivers-are-configured-correctly-on-the-online-plug-in/ http://www.tenforums.com/customization/179334-project-services-can-disabled-without-drastic-impact-12.html See also: - MDGx "Tweak Windows 7/7 SP1 Services" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT - MDGx "Tweaked Windows 10/11 Services + Drivers" [Experimental!] chapter in SERVCS10.TXT (included) I am currently testing (Disabled/Enabled, Started/Stopped) for optimal functionality, requirements, necessities, privacy, safety, security, proper interdependencies, allocation of resources, performance + preferences: http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php http://www.mdgx.com/SERVCS10.TXT - MDGx "HOSTS Files, Guides + Tools" -> "NOTE 2: DNS Client Service" section -> "More info:" topic: http://www.mdgx.com/hosts.php#N2 - MDGx Windows NTx Services tweaking tools [free(ware)] -> "SERVICES" section in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT * Autoruns 32-bit + 64-bit GUI interface (Autoruns.exe 32-bit + Autoruns64.exe 64-bit) + DOS console command line (Autorunsc.exe 32-bit + Autorunsc64.exe 64-bit) registry + startup tools add/disable/edit/enable/rename/remove any/all automated/built-in/default/forced/hardwired/locked/preset/unattended (auto)load/(auto)run entries: boot/logon/startup apps, drivers, executables (.exe), gadgets (.gadget), loading/registered APIs/DLLs (.dll), programs, services, scripts (.bat, .cmd, .reg, .vbs, etc), scheduled tasks (.job), highly customizable: http://learn.microsoft.com/sysinternals/downloads/autoruns/ File: http://download.sysinternals.com/files/Autoruns.zip * ServiWin 32-bit + 64-bit displays, stops/(re)starts, pauses/continues + disables/(re)enables Windows services + drivers: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/serviwin.html ServiWin 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/serviwin-x64.zip ServiWin 32-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/serviwin.zip Create complete Drivers + Services HTML Report(s): ServiWin -> Help -> Run As Administrator [or hold Ctrl + press F11] -> View -> HTML Report - All Items. * Here is the list of Disabled (+ Stopped) services on my tweaked Windows 10 gaming laptop (used only as example): http://www.mdgx.com/pc.htm#LAP that in my opinion start, enable +/- are interconnected/interdependent/interrelated to adware, tracking, spyware, telemetry, phone-home, unsafe, forced, behind-my-back, unused, unnecessary, useless, obsolete +/- bloat features/functions/options/settings, and obtained by running %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\SERVICES.MSC [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]: view/start/stop/disable, set to Disabled/Manual/Automatic Windows Services -> Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type services.msc -> click OK or press Enter -> test + tweak each service by hand individually or in pairs/batches/groups (if interconnected/interdependent/interrelated) *only* after learning about them -> see links at the top of this topic. ActiveX Installer (AxInstSV) [AxInstSV] Agent Activation Runtime (AAR) [AarSvc] Agent Activation Runtime (AAR) ?????? [AarSvc_??????] AllJoyn Router Service [AJRouter] App Readiness [AppReadiness] Application Layer Gateway Service [ALG] Application Management [AppMgmt] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appmgmt/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\appmgmts.dll AppLocker Filter (Smartlocker Filter driver) [applockerfltr] AppX Deployment Service (AppXSVC) [AppXSvc] AssignedAccessManager Service [AssignedAccessManagerSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/assignedaccessmanagersvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\assignedaccessmanagersvc.dll Auto Time Zone Updater [tzautoupdate] AVCTP (Audio Video Control Transport Protocol) service [BthAvctpSvc] Background Intelligent Transfer Service [BITS] = DISABLED by WUB -> "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" [above] BitLocker Drive Encryption Service [BDESVC] Block Level Backup Engine Service [wbengine] Capability Access Manager Service [camsvc] CaptureService [CaptureService] CaptureService_?????? [CaptureService_??????] Cellular Time [autotimesvc] Client License Service (ClipSVC) [ClipSVC] Clipboard User Service [cbdhsvc] Clipboard User Service_?????? [cbdhsvc_??????] Connected User Experiences and Telemetry [DiagTrack] Contact Data [PimIndexMaintenanceSvc] Contact Data ?????? [PimIndexMaintenanceSvc_??????] Credential Manager [VaultSvc] Credential Enrollment Manager User Service [CredentialEnrollmentManagerUserSvc] Credential Enrollment Manager User Service ?????? [CredentialEnrollmentManagerUserSvc_??????] Data Sharing Service [DsSvc] Data Usage [DusmSvc] Debug reg service [debugregsvc] Delivery Optimization [DoSvc] = DISABLED by WUB -> "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" [above] Developer Tools Service [DeveloperToolsService] DevQuery Background Discovery Broker [DevQueryBroker] DeviceAssociationBroker [DeviceAssociationBrokerSvc] DeviceAssociationBroker_?????? [DeviceAssociationBrokerSvc_??????] DevicesFlow [DevicesFlowUserSvc] DevicesFlow_?????? [DevicesFlowUserSvc_??????] DevicePicker [DevicePickerUserSvc] DevicePicker_?????? [DevicePickerUserSvc_??????] Device Association Service [DeviceAssociationService] Device Management Enrollment Service [DmEnrollmentSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dmenrollmentsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Windows.Internal.Management.dll DialogBlockingService [DialogBlockingService] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dialogblockingservice/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DialogBlockingService.dll Display Enhancement Service [DisplayEnhancementService] Display Policy Service [DispBrokerDesktopSvc] (MicroSoft) Distributed Transaction Coordinator [MSDTC] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/msdtc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\msdtc.exe DNS Client [Dnscache] Dolby DAX API Service [DolbyDAXAPI] Downloaded Maps Manager [MapsBroker] Enterprise App Management Service [EntAppSvc] File History Service [fhsvc] Fortemedia APO Control Service [FMAPOService] Function Discovery Provider Host [fdPHost] Function Discovery Resource Publication [FDResPub] GameDVR and Broadcast User Service [BcastDVRUserService] GameDVR and Broadcast User Service ?????? [BcastDVRUserService_??????] Geolocation Service [lfsvc] Graphics Performance Service [GraphicsPerfSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/graphicsperfsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\GraphicsPerfSvc.dll HV (Hypervisor/Virtual Machine) Host Service [HvHost] http://www.smartpcutilities.com/windows-service.html?name=HvHost %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\hvhostsvc.dll http://learn.microsoft.com/virtualization/hyper-v-on-windows/reference/integration-services/ http://www.nakivo.com/blog/manage-hyper-v-integration-services/ Hyper-V Data Exchange Service [vmickvpexchange] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmickvpexchange/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V Guest Service Interface [vmicguestinterface] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicguestinterface/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V Guest Shutdown Service [vmicshutdown] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicshutdown/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V Heartbeat Service [vmicheartbeat] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicheartbeat/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V PowerShell Direct Service [vmicvmsession] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicvmsession/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V Remote Desktop Virtualization Service [vmicrdv] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicrdv/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvcext.dll Hyper-V Time Synchronization Service [vmictimesync] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmictimesync/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvc.dll Hyper-V Volume Shadow Copy Requestor [vmicvss] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/vmicvss/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\icsvcext.dll Hypervisor/Virtual Machine Support Driver [hvservice] http://renenyffenegger.ch/notes/Windows/dirs/Windows/System32/drivers/index/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\hvservice.sys Microsoft VMBus Synthetic Keyboard Driver [hyperkbd] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/hyperkbd/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\hyperkbd.sys Microsoft VMBus Video Device Miniport Driver [hypervideo] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/hypervideo/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\HyperVideo.sys Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) [SharedAccess] KtmRm for Distributed Transaction Coordinator [KtmRm] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/ktmrm/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\msdtckrm.dll Link-Layer Topology Discovery Mapper [lltdsvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/lltdsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\lltdsvc.dll http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/services/services-and-redirected-drives/ http://helpdeskgeek.com/windows-10/4-fixes-when-you-cant-map-a-network-drive-in-windows-10/ Link-Layer Topology Discovery Mapper I/O Driver [lltdio] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/lltdio/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\lltdio.sys http://www.windows-security.org/windows-service/link-layer-topology-discovery-mapper/ Local Profile Assistant Service [wlpasvc] Messaging Service [MessagingService] Messaging Service ?????? [MessagingService_??????] Microsoft Account Sign-in Assistant [wlidsvc] Microsoft App-V Client [AppVClient] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvclient/ Microsoft App-V VFS Mini-Filter Driver [AppvVfs] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvvfs/ Microsoft App-V Virtual Environment Manager Driver [AppvVemgr] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvvemgr/ Microsoft App-V Streaming Mini-Filter Driver [AppvStrm] Microsoft (Windows) Defender Antivirus Network Inspection Driver [WdNisDrv] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wdnisdrv/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\WdNisDrv.sys Microsoft (Windows) Defender Antivirus Network Inspection Service [WdNisSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wdnissvc/ %ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\NisSrv.exe Microsoft (Windows) Defender Antivirus Service [WinDefend] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/windefend/ %ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\MsMpEng.exe Microsoft Edge Elevation Service [MicrosoftEdgeElevationService] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/microsoftedgeelevationservice/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\Edge\Application\92.0.902.67\elevation_service.exe %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeCore\108.0.1462.46\elevation_service.exe %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\Edge\Application\108.0.1462.46\elevation_service.exe Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdate) [edgeupdate] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/edgeupdate/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /svc %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /svc Microsoft Edge Update Service (edgeupdatem) [edgeupdatem] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/edgeupdatem/ %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /medsvc %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft\EdgeUpdate\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe /medsvc Microsoft Passport [NgcSvc] Microsoft Passport Container [NgcCtnrSvc] Microsoft (R) Diagnostics Hub Standard Collector Service [diagnosticshub.standardcollector.service] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/diagnosticshub-standardcollector-service/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DiagSvcs\DiagnosticsHub.StandardCollector.Service.exe Microsoft Software Shadow Copy Provider [swprv] Microsoft Storage Spaces SMP [smphost] Microsoft Store Install Service [InstallService] Microsoft Windows SMS Router Service [SmsRouter] Natural Authentication [NaturalAuthentication] Net.Tcp Port Sharing Service [NetTcpPortSharing] Netlogon [Netlogon] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/netlogon/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\netlogon.dll Network Connection Broker [NcbService] Offline Files [CscService] Optimize drives [defragsvc] Parental Controls [WpcMonSvc] Payments and NFC/SE Manager [SEMgrSvc] Peer Name Resolution Protocol [PNRPsvc] Peer Networking Grouping [p2psvc] Peer Networking Identity Manager [p2pimsvc] Performance Counter DLL Host [PerfHost] PNRP Machine Name Publication Service [PNRPAutoReg] Printer Extensions and Notifications [PrintNotify] PrintWorkflow [PrintWorkflowUserSvc] PrintWorkflow ?????? [PrintWorkflowUserSvc_??????] Problem Reports and Solutions Control Panel Support [wercplsupport] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wercplsupport/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\wercplsupport.dll Quality Windows Audio Video Experience [QWAVE] Remote Access Connection Manager [RasMan] Remote Desktop Configuration [SessionEnv] Remote Desktop Services [TermService] Remote Desktop Services UserMode Port Redirector [UmRdpService] Remote Packet Capture Protocol v.0 (experimental) [rpcapd] Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Locator [RpcLocator] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/rpclocator/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\locator.exe Remote Registry [RemoteRegistry] Retail Demo Service [RetailDemo] Routing and Remote Access [RemoteAccess] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/remoteaccess/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\mprdim.dll Security Center [wscsvc] Sensor Data Service [SensorDataService] Sensor Monitoring Service [SensrSvc] Sensor Service [SensorService] Server [LanmanServer] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/lanmanserver/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\srvsvc.dll Shared PC Account Manager [shpamsvc] SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Trap [SNMPTRAP] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/snmptrap/ http://www.manageengine.com/vulnerability-management/misconfiguration/legacy-protocols/how-to-disable-snmp.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simple_Network_Management_Protocol %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\snmptrap.exe Spatial Data Service [SharedRealitySvc] SSDP (Simple Service Discovery Protocol) Discovery [SSDPSRV] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/ssdpsrv/ http://www.blackviper.com/windows-services/ssdp-discovery-service/ http://www.windows-security.org/windows-service/ssdp-discovery/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simple_Service_Discovery_Protocol %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\ssdpsrv.dll Storage Tiers Management [TieringEngineService] Sync Host [OneSyncSvc] Sync Host ?????? [OneSyncSvc_??????] TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper [lmhosts] Time Broker [TimeBrokerSvc] Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service [TabletInputService] Udk User Service [UdkUserSvc] Udk User Service ?????? [UdkUserSvc_??????] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/udkusersvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\windowsudk.shellcommon.dll Update Orchestrator Service [UsoSvc] = DISABLED by WUB -> "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" [above] UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Device Host [upnphost] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/upnphost/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\upnphost.dll http://www.upguard.com/blog/what-is-upnp/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Plug_and_Play User Data Access [UserDataSvc] User Data Access ?????? [UserDataSvc_??????] User Data Storage [UnistoreSvc] User Data Storage ?????? [UnistoreSvc_??????] User Experience Virtualization Service [UevAgentService] Volume Shadow Copy [VSS] Volumetric Audio Compositor Service [VacSvc] Wallet Service [WalletService] Windows Backup [SDRSVC] Windows Biometric Service [WbioSrvc] Windows Camera Frame Server [FrameServer] Windows Connection Manager [Wcmsvc] Windows Connect Now - Config Registrar [wcncsvc] Windows Encryption Provider Host Service [WEPHOSTSVC] Windows Event Collector [Wecsvc] Windows Insider Program (WIP) [wisvc] Windows License Manager Service [LicenseManager] Windows Management Service [WManSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wmansvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Windows.Management.Service.dll Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service [WMPNetworkSvc] Windows Mixed Reality OpenXR Service [MixedRealityOpenXRSvc] Windows Perception Service [spectrum] Windows Perception Simulation Service [perceptionsimulation] Windows Push Notifications System Service [WpnService] Windows Push Notifications User Service [WpnUserService] Windows Push Notifications User Service ?????? [WpnUserService_??????] Windows PushToInstall Service [PushToInstall] Windows Remote Management (WS-Management) [WinRM] Windows Search [WSearch] Windows Security Service [SecurityHealthService] Windows Update [wuauserv] = DISABLED by WUB -> "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" [above] Windows Update Medic Service [WaaSMedicSvc] = DISABLED by WUB -> "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" [above] Work Folders [workfolderssvc] Workstation [LanmanWorkstation] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/lanmanworkstation/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\wkssvc.dll Xbox Accessory Management Service [XboxGipSvc] Xbox Live Auth Manager [XblAuthManager] Xbox Live Game Save [XblGameSave] Xbox Live Networking Service [XboxNetApiSvc] See also MDGx "Tweaked Windows 10/11 Services + Drivers" [Experimental!] chapter in SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php http://www.mdgx.com/SERVCS10.TXT Services that refuse to be disabled or to have their status (Automatic/Manual/Disabled) changed from within SERVICES.MSC can be disabled/(re)enabled as needed using the Registry Editor (RegEdit): right-click RegEdit (%WinDir%\REGEDIT.EXE) [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS] or its shortcut/link -> Run as Administrator -> go to this registry key HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services -> click left hand pane desired service name registry key [example: Dnscache] HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Dnscache -> double-click right hand pane "Start" DWORD [REG_DWORD] registry value -> change its numeric value to 4 [which means Disabled] -> press OK -> exit RegEdit. Examples: http://mistyprojects.co.uk/documents/TinyPXEServer/files/img/regedit2.jpg http://cdn2.windowswally.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/RuntimeBroker.exe-Windows-10-regedit-TimeBroker-Windows-Wally.jpg IMPORTANT: ********** - Your custom/specific choices/features/functions/needs/options/preferences/settings and devices/hardware/software/services/drivers for specific pairs/batches/groups of interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services + drivers may be different depeding on what you do with your computer(s)/portable(s)/device(s), and/or what (combination of) devices/hardware/software/services/drivers you are using. - Make sure to review carefully each service documentation, and most importantly each service "Dependencies" tab as shown in SERVICES.MSC *before* disabling them (example): http://www.thewindowsclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Windows-10-Service-Dependencies.png NOTE: ***** Windows 10 introduced a new "breed" of Windows services: Per User services, marked at the end of the name string with an underscore [_] or a space [ ] followed by a 4-12 digit numeric string [Locally Unique IDentifier (LUID)], which is unique for each user/user session/login/up time, depending on which Windows 10/11 build/edition/release/update/version you are using. http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/per-user-services-in-windows/ http://helgeklein.com/blog/per-user-services-in-windows-info-and-configuration/ 1st Things 1st: *************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 Per User services can be disabled and/or prevented from being (re)created by changing their default "LaunchProtected", "Security" and/or "UserServiceFlags" registry DWORD [REG_DWORD] 32-bit or Binary [REG_BINARY] numeric values to null [dword:0 or hex:00/hex(0):] (examples): http://learn.microsoft.com/answers/questions/401557/ See also "Comprehensive Windows Registry Guide" chapter -> "Registry Structure" section in REGISTRY.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/reg.htm#RTS CAUTION: Disabling/changing some of these registry keys/values may impair/limit normal/proper Windows functionality/operation, cause errors, or even lock you out of your Windows Operating System (OS)! Make sure you already have a current full Windows backup copy and backups of all main registry keys saved in binary format [Save as type: -> Registration Files (.reg)] *before* making any changes = see "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 Only after that... ****************** Plan A ~~~~~~ Disable Per User service [WpnUserService] from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line (example): REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /f REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /v Security /t REG_BINARY /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /v Security /t REG_BINARY /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security" /v Security /t REG_BINARY /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService" /v LaunchProtected /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService" /v UserServiceFlags /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f OR if method above does not work (using same example): TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security] "Security"=hex:00 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WpnUserService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Plan B ~~~~~~ In case both methods above do not work due to Windows 10/11 registry protection, you may need to do this by hand by using the Registry Editor (%WinDir%\RegEdit.exe) [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS] (using same example): right-click RegEdit or its shortcut/link -> Run as Administrator -> go to this registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services and then to this registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services and then to this registry key (if present): HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services -> click left hand pane desired service name registry key [example: WpnUserService] (if present) -> double-click right hand pane "Start" DWORD [REG_DWORD] registry value -> change its numeric value to 4 [which means Disabled]-> press OK -> exit RegEdit. Repeat same steps for the other registry values above and set their DWORD [REG_DWORD] or Binary [REG_BINARY] numeric values to null [dword:0 or hex:00 or hex(0):] (see above): LaunchProtected [REG_DWORD] = dword:0 Security [REG_BINARY] = hex:00 [hex(0):] UserServiceFlags [REG_DWORD] = dword:0 Plan C ~~~~~~ In case "Plan B" above does not work due to Windows 10/11 registry protection, you can do this by hand by running the Registry Editor (%WinDir%\RegEdit.exe) [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS] as TrustedInstaller (highest available user level privileges) using AdvancedRun.exe (example): AdvancedRun.exe /EXEFilename "%windir%\REGEDIT.EXE" /RunAs 8 /Run AdvancedRun [AdvancedRun.exe] 32-bit + 64-bit GUI interface + DOS console command line tool for Windows Vista/newer 32-bit + 64-bit runs any app/batch/command/executable/function/process/program/script/service/task/tool as Administrator/SYSTEM/TrustedInstaller/any user with elevated/highest/protected privileges/rights, compatibility, environment, ownership, permissions, priority, properties, useful for task automation in BATch (.BAT), CoMmanD (.CMD) + Visual Basic Script (.VBS) files, highly customizable: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/advanced_run.html AdvancedRun 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/advancedrun-x64.zip AdvancedRun 32-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/advancedrun.zip Run Programs as TrustedInstaller: http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/run-program-as-trustedinstaller-locked-registry-keys-files/ See also "Everything About The Infamous (Not So) Trusted Installer" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT As soon as the RegEdit window is open, repeat all steps above from "Plan B". Example: Microsoft (Windows) Defender Antivirus Service [WinDefend] can be disabled only by using RegEdit as TrustedInstaller, or if you're running a Windows 10 edition other than Home, it may still be available by running Group Policy Editor (GPEdit.msc). http://tipsmake.com/instructions-to-turn-off-windows-defender-completely-on-windows-10 Final Step ~~~~~~~~~~ No matter which "Plan" you have used, you should restart/reboot Windows for all changes to take effect. * ALWAYS ON: *never* Stop nor Disable these Windows 10 drivers + services, which are either critical, essential/vital for the integrity, proper functionality/operation and/or stability of the operating system (OS) and its core components, or that cannot be stopped (unable to bypasses Windows built-in/forced/hardwired/locked defaults/presets), or which Windows always restarts on its own even after they (together with their interconnected/interdependent/interrelated drivers/services) are set to Disabled and Stopped (most important examples I can think of): Background Tasks Infrastructure Service [BrokerInfrastructure] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/brokerinfrastructure/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\psmsrv.dll Capability Access Manager Service [camsvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/camsvc/ CD/DVD File System Reader driver [cdfs] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cdfs/ Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver [CldFlt] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cldflt/ CNG Hardware Assist algorithm provider Driver [cnghwassist] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cnghwassist/ CoreMessaging [CoreMessagingRegistrar] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/coremessagingregistrar/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\coremessaging.dll Cryptographic Services [CryptSvc] = ALWAYS ON -> (re)starts even if DISABLED ! http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cryptsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\cryptsvc.dll Diagnostic Policy Service [DPS] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dps/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\dps.dll Diagnostic Execution Service [diagsvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/diagsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DiagSvc.dll Diagnostic Service Host [WdiServiceHost] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wdiservicehost/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\wdi.dll Diagnostic System Host [WdiSystemHost] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wdisystemhost/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\wdi.dll Display Policy Service [DispBrokerDesktopSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dispbrokerdesktopsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DispBroker.Desktop.dll Distributed Link Tracking Client (DLTC) [TrkWks] http://learn.microsoft.com/troubleshoot/windows-server/backup-and-storage/distributed-link-tracking-on-domain-controller/ http://www.blackviper.com/windows-services/distributed-link-tracking-client/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/trkwks/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\trkwks.dll Embedded Mode [embeddedmode] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/embeddedmode/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\embeddedmodesvc.dll Filter Manager Driver (FltMgr) [FltMgr] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/fltmgr/ Kernel Cryptography Driver [CNG] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cng/ MUP (Multiple UNC Provider) Driver [Mup] %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\mup.sys http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/ifs/support-for-unc-naming-and-mup/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/mup/ Net.Tcp Port Sharing Service [NetTcpPortSharing] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/nettcpportsharing/ http://learn.microsoft.com/dotnet/framework/wcf/feature-details/net-tcp-port-sharing/ http://www.windows-security.org/windows-service/nettcp-port-sharing-service/ Network List Service [netprofm] Network Location Awareness [NlaSvc] Redirected Buffering Sub System [rdbss] http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/ifs/the-redirected-drive-buffering-subsystem/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/rdbss/ Secondary Logon [seclogon] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/seclogon/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\seclogon.dll Security Accounts Manager [SamSs] = ALWAYS ON -> (re)starts even if DISABLED ! http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/samss/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\lsass.exe Spot Verifier [svsvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/svsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\svsvc.dll State Repository Service [StateRepository] = ALWAYS ON -> (re)starts even if DISABLED ! http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/staterepository/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\windows.staterepository.dll Storage Service [StorSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/storsvc/ Storage Tiers Management [TieringEngineService] System Guard Runtime Monitor Broker [sgrmbroker.exe] http://www.winosbite.com/sgrmbroker-exe/ TCP/IP Protocol Driver [Tcpip] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/tcpip/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\tcpip.sys Universal Disk Format File System driver [udfs] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/udfs/ User Manager [UserManager] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/usermanager/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\usermgr.dll Web Account Manager [TokenBroker] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/tokenbroker/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\TokenBroker.dll Windows Socket 2.0 Non IFS Service Provider Support Environment Driver [WS2IFSL] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/ws2ifsl/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\WS2IFSL.SYS http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/startups/Windows_Socket_2.0_Non_IFS_Service_Provider_Support_Environment-12029.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Layered_Service_Provider http://flylib.com/books/en/1.397.1.105/1/ See also MDGx "Tweaked Windows 10/11 Services + Drivers" [Experimental!] chapter in SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php http://www.mdgx.com/SERVCS10.TXT * Here is the list of Windows 10 services needed/recommended/required/used by/for cable/dial/direct/fiber/wired, broadband (BPL/cable/DSL/fiber/satellite/wireless), bluetooth + Wi-Fi/wireless remote connections/internet/networks, devices/services, all set to Manual [triggered to start/wake up as necessary by other interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services, devices, drivers, functions, apps/programs, residents, tasks]: AVCTP (Audio Video Control Transport Protocol) service [BthAvctpSvc] Bluetooth Audio Gateway Service [BTAGService] Bluetooth Support Service [bthserv] Bluetooth User Support Service [BluetoothUserService] Bluetooth User Support Service_?????? [BluetoothUserService_??????] Cellular Time [autotimesvc] Connected Devices Platform Service [CDPSvc] Connected Devices Platform User Service [CDPUserSvc] Connected Devices Platform User Service_?????? [CDPUserSvc_??????] ConsentUX [ConsentUxUserSvc] ConsentUX_?????? [ConsentUxUserSvc_??????] Credential Manager [VaultSvc] Cryptographic Services [CryptSvc] = ALWAYS ON -> (re)starts even if DISABLED ! http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/cryptsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\cryptsvc.dll Data Sharing Service [DsSvc] Device Association Service [DeviceAssociationService] Device Install Service [DeviceInstall] Device Management Enrollment Service [DmEnrollmentSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dmenrollmentsvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Windows.Internal.Management.dll Device Management Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) Push message Routing Service [dmwappushservice] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dmwappushservice/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\dmwappushsvc.dll Device Setup Manager [DsmSvc] DeviceAssociationBroker [DeviceAssociationBrokerSvc] DeviceAssociationBroker_?????? [DeviceAssociationBrokerSvc_??????] DevicesFlow [DevicesFlowUserSvc] DevicesFlow_?????? [DevicesFlowUserSvc_??????] DevQuery Background Discovery Broker [DevQueryBroker] Embedded Mode [embeddedmode] Extensible Authentication Protocol [Eaphost] Intel Bluetooth Service [ibtsiva] MessagingService [MessagingService] MessagingService_?????? [MessagingService_??????] Natural Authentication [NaturalAuthentication] Network Connected Devices Auto-Setup [NcdAutoSetup] Network List Service [netprofm] Network Location Awareness [NlaSvc] Network Setup Service [NetSetupSvc] Network Store Interface Service [nsi] OpenSSH Authentication Agent [ssh-agent] Portable Device Enumerator Service [WPDBusEnum] Radio Management Service [RmSvc] Sensor Data Service [SensorDataService] Sensor Monitoring Service [SensrSvc] Sensor Service [SensorService] SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Trap [SNMPTRAP] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/snmptrap/ http://www.manageengine.com/vulnerability-management/misconfiguration/legacy-protocols/how-to-disable-snmp.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simple_Network_Management_Protocol %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\snmptrap.exe Wi-Fi Direct Services Connection Manager Service [WFDSConMgrSvc] Windows Connect Now - Config Registrar [wcncsvc] Windows Encryption Provider Host Service [WEPHOSTSVC] Windows Management Service [WManSvc] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/wmansvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Windows.Management.Service.dll Windows Mobile Hotspot Service [icssvc] WWAN AutoConfig [WwanSvc] See also MDGx "Tweaked Windows 10/11 Services + Drivers" [Experimental!] chapter in SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php http://www.mdgx.com/SERVCS10.TXT * Here is the list of running (+ enabled: Automatic or Manual) services on my tweaked Windows 10 gaming laptop (used only as example): http://www.mdgx.com/pc.htm#LAP that in my opinion are essential, necessary, useful, unavoidable, indispensable, depend on other/interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services + drivers, +/- on which other/interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services + drivers depend on, +/- cater to the (combination of) custom/specific choices/features/functions/needs/options/preferences/settings and devices/hardware/software/services/drivers I use, and obtained by running command below from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: NET.EXE START>SVC_STARTED.TXT Application Management [AppMgmt] Background Tasks Infrastructure Service [BrokerInfrastructure] Base Filtering Engine [BFE] COM+ Event System [EventSystem] CoreMessaging [CoreMessagingRegistrar] Cryptographic Services [CryptSvc] DCOM Server Process Launcher [DcomLaunch] DHCP Client [Dhcp] Diagnostic Policy Service [DPS] Diagnostic Service Host [WdiServiceHost] Diagnostic System Host [WdiSystemHost] Human Interface Device Service [hidserv] Local Session Manager [LSM] Network Connections [Netman] Network List Service [netprofm] Network Location Awareness [NlaSvc] Network Store Interface Service [nsi] NVIDIA Display Container LS [NVDisplay.ContainerLocalSystem] Plug and Play [PlugPlay] Power [Power] Program Compatibility Assistant Service [PcaSvc] Radio Management Service [RmSvc] Realtek Audio Universal Service [RtkAudioUniversalService] Remote Procedure Call (RPC) [RpcSs] RPC Endpoint Mapper [RpcEptMapper] Secondary Logon [seclogon] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/seclogon/ Shell Hardware Detection [ShellHWDetection] Software Protection [sppsvc] State Repository Service [StateRepository] = ALWAYS ON -> (re)starts even if DISABLED ! http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/staterepository/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\windows.staterepository.dll Storage Service [StorSvc] SysMain [SysMain] System Event Notification Service [SENS] System Events Broker [SystemEventsBroker] System Guard Runtime Monitor Broker [SgrmBroker] Themes [Themes] Time Broker [TimeBrokerSvc] User Manager [UserManager] User Profile Service [ProfSvc] Web Account Manager [TokenBroker] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/tokenbroker/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\TokenBroker.dll Windows Audio [Audiosrv] Windows Audio Endpoint Builder [AudioEndpointBuilder] Windows Connection Manager [Wcmsvc] Windows Defender Firewall [mpssvc] Windows Event Log [EventLog] Windows Font Cache Service [FontCache] Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) [stisvc] Windows Management Instrumentation [Winmgmt] See also MDGx "Tweaked Windows 10/11 Services + Drivers" [Experimental!] chapter in SERVCS10.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/servcs10.php http://www.mdgx.com/SERVCS10.TXT ______________________________________________________________________________ Windows Settings (WS) + Control Panel (CP) Shortcuts * Create Windows 10 Windows Settings (WS) a.k.a. Immersive Control Panel (ICP) a.k.a. native Control Panel + Metro/Tile/Store/UWP apps/programs/games/tools command(s) shortcut(s) (.lnk, .url): Desktop (empty spot) -> right-click -> New -> Shortcut -> cut & paste respective "ms-settings:xxxx" text string listed below [not all are available, some may differ depending on installed Windows OS edition/update(s) and/or installed apps/features/programs/games/tools and/or configuration/settings]: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/uwp/launch-resume/launch-settings-app/ FYI: Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Windows_Platform_apps http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/uwp/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Windows_Platform See also my Windows 10 Settings Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) commands links/shortcuts listed in WIN10SET.HTM (included): http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10SET.HTM Similar resources: http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_create_a_shortcut_to_any_windows_settings.html http://tenop.com/windows-10-settings-links-launch-list-guide/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/ms-settings-commands-in-windows-10/ http://4sysops.com/wiki/list-of-ms-settings-uri-commands-to-open-specific-settings-in-windows-10/history/?revision=1558411 http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/78214-settings-pages-list-uri-shortcuts-windows-10-a.html http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-settings.html http://shortcutworld.com/Windows/win/Windows-Run-Commands_-Settings_-and-Start-Menu-Shortcuts http://www.benecke.cloud/windows-10-modify-settings-page/ http://appuals.com/customize-settings-page-visibility-in-windows-10/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Settings_(Windows) To access any of these Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) links/shortcuts: make sure you're logged in with Administrator/Sysadmin/SYSTEM privileges -> Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings: -> press Enter. OR this command: EXPLORER.EXE ms-settings: -> press Enter. See also "Control Panel (CP) + Omnipotent/Master/Mega/'god mode' (OMg) Control Panel" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT * Main window: Windows Settings (main) = ms-settings: * Accounts: Access Work/School = ms-settings:workplace E-mail + App Accounts = ms-settings:emailandaccounts Family + Other People = ms-settings:otherusers Set up Kiosk = ms-settings:assignedaccess Sign-in options = ms-settings:signinoptions | ms-settings:signinoptions-dynamiclock Sync Your Settings = ms-settings:sync Windows Hello setup = ms-settings:signinoptions-launchfaceenrollment | ms-settings:signinoptions-launchfingerprintenrollment Your Info = ms-settings:yourinfo Provisioning = ms-settings:workplace-provisioning Provisioning = ms-settings:provisioning Windows Anywhere = ms-settings:windowsanywhere * Apps: Apps + Features = ms-settings:appsfeatures App Features = ms-settings:appsfeatures-app (reset, manage add-ons, downloadable content) Apps for Websites = ms-settings:appsforwebsites Default Apps = ms-settings:defaultapps Manage Optional Features = ms-settings:optionalfeatures Offline Maps = ms-settings:maps | ms-settings:maps-downloadmaps Startup Apps = ms-settings:startupapps Video Playback = ms-settings:videoplayback * Devices: Audio + Speech = ms-settings:holographic-audio AutoPlay = ms-settings:autoplay Bluetooth = ms-settings:bluetooth Connected Devices = ms-settings:connecteddevices Mouse + Touchpad = ms-settings:mousetouchpad Pen + Ink = ms-settings:pen Printers + Scanners = ms-settings:printers Touchpad = ms-settings:devices-touchpad Typing = ms-settings:typing USB = ms-settings:usb Wheel = ms-settings:wheel (available if Dial paired) Mobile Device/Phone = ms-settings:mobile-devices * Ease of Access: Audio = ms-settings:easeofaccess-audio Closed Captions = ms-settings:easeofaccess-closedcaptioning Color Filters = ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter Cursor + Pointer Size = ms-settings:easeofaccess-cursorandpointersize Display = ms-settings:easeofaccess-display Eye Control = ms-settings:easeofaccess-eyecontrol Fonts = ms-settings:fonts High Contrast = ms-settings:easeofaccess-highcontrast Holographic headset = ms-settings:holographic-headset Keyboard = ms-settings:easeofaccess-keyboard Magnifier = ms-settings:easeofaccess-magnifier Mouse = ms-settings:easeofaccess-mouse Mouse Pointer = ms-settings:easeofaccess-mousepointer Narrator = ms-settings:easeofaccess-narrator Speech = ms-settings:easeofaccess-speechrecognition * Extras: Extras = ms-settings:extras (available if extra/other MS/3rd party apps installed) * Gaming: Broadcasting = ms-settings:gaming-broadcasting Game bar = ms-settings:gaming-gamebar Game DVR = ms-settings:gaming-gamedvr Game Mode = ms-settings:gaming-gamemode Play Game Full Screen = ms-settings:quietmomentsgame [available if compatible game(s) installed] TruePlay = ms-settings:gaming-trueplay (available if TruePlay enabled) Xbox Networking = ms-settings:gaming-xboxnetworking * Network + Internet: Airplane mode = ms-settings:network-airplanemode | ms-settings:proximity Cellular + SIM = ms-settings:network-cellular Data Usage = ms-settings:datausage (available if using metered internet connection/network) Dial-up = ms-settings:network-dialup DirectAccess = ms-settings:network-directaccess (available if DirectAccess enabled) Ethernet = ms-settings:network-ethernet Manage Known Networks = ms-settings:network-wifisettings Mobile Hotspot = ms-settings:network-mobilehotspot NFC = ms-settings:nfctransactions Proxy = ms-settings:network-proxy Status = ms-settings:network-status | ms-settings:network VPN = ms-settings:network-vpn Wi-Fi = ms-settings:network-wifi (available if device has Wi-Fi adapter) Wi-Fi Calling = ms-settings:network-wificalling (available if Wi-Fi calling enabled) * Personalization: Background = ms-settings:personalization-background Choose which folders appear on Start = ms-settings:personalization-start-places Colors = ms-settings:personalization-colors | ms-settings:colors Lock Screen = ms-settings:lockscreen Personalization (category) = ms-settings:personalization Start = ms-settings:personalization-start Taskbar = ms-settings:taskbar Themes = ms-settings:themes * Privacy: Account Info = ms-settings:privacy-accountinfo Activity History = ms-settings:privacy-activityhistory App Diagnostics = ms-settings:privacy-appdiagnostics Automatic File Downloads = ms-settings:privacy-automaticfiledownloads Background Apps = ms-settings:privacy-backgroundapps Calendar = ms-settings:privacy-calendar Call History = ms-settings:privacy-callhistory Camera = ms-settings:privacy-webcam Contacts = ms-settings:privacy-contacts Documents = ms-settings:privacy-documents E-mail = ms-settings:privacy-email Eye Tracker = ms-settings:privacy-eyetracker Feedback + Diagnostics = ms-settings:privacy-feedback File System = ms-settings:privacy-broadfilesystemaccess General = ms-settings:privacy-general Location = ms-settings:privacy-location Messaging = ms-settings:privacy-messaging Microphone = ms-settings:privacy-microphone Motion = ms-settings:privacy-motion Notifications = ms-settings:privacy-notifications Other Devices = ms-settings:privacy-customdevices Pictures = ms-settings:privacy-pictures Radios = ms-settings:privacy-radios Speech, Inking + Typing = ms-settings:privacy-speechtyping Tasks = ms-settings:privacy-tasks Videos = ms-settings:privacy-videos * System: About = ms-settings:about Advanced display settings = ms-settings:display-advanced Battery Saver = ms-settings:batterysaver Battery Saver settings = ms-settings:batterysaver-settings Battery Use = ms-settings:batterysaver-usagedetails Clipboard = ms-settings:clipboard Display = ms-settings:display Default Save Locations = ms-settings:savelocations Display = ms-settings:screenrotation Duplicating My Display = ms-settings:quietmomentspresentation During these Hours = ms-settings:quietmomentsscheduled Encryption = ms-settings:deviceencryption Focus Assist = ms-settings:quiethours | ms-settings:quietmomentshome Graphics settings = ms-settings:display-advancedgraphics Messaging = ms-settings:messaging Multitasking = ms-settings:multitasking Night Light settings = ms-settings:nightlight Mobile Device/Phone = ms-settings:phone-defaultapps Projecting to This PC = ms-settings:project Shared Experiences = ms-settings:crossdevice Tablet mode = ms-settings:tabletmode Taskbar = ms-settings:taskbar Notifications + Actions = ms-settings:notifications Remote Desktop = ms-settings:remotedesktop Power + Sleep = ms-settings:powersleep Sounds = ms-settings:sounds App Volume + Device preferences = ms-settings:apps-volume Storage = ms-settings:storagesense Storage Sense = ms-settings:storagepolicies * Time + Language: Date + Time = ms-settings:dateandtime Japan IME settings = ms-settings:regionlanguage-jpnime Language = ms-settings:keyboard Pinyin IME settings = ms-settings:regionlanguage-chsime-pinyin Speech = ms-settings:speech Wubi IME settings = ms-settings:regionlanguage-chsime-wubi (available if MS Wubi input editor installed) * Update + Security: Activation = ms-settings:activation Backup = ms-settings:backup Delivery Optimization = ms-settings:delivery-optimization Find My Device = ms-settings:findmydevice For Developers = ms-settings:developers Recovery = ms-settings:recovery Troubleshoot = ms-settings:troubleshoot Windows Security = ms-settings:windowsdefender Windows Insider Program = ms-settings:windowsinsider | ms-settings:windowsinsider-optin Windows Update = ms-settings:windowsupdate Check for Updates = ms-settings:windowsupdate-action Windows Update Advanced options = ms-settings:windowsupdate-options Windows Update Restart options = ms-settings:windowsupdate-restartoptions Windows Update View update history = ms-settings:windowsupdate-history ______________________________________________________________________________ Tweaks, Hacks + Fixes... UNconventional, UNdocumented, UNcensored ;-/ * Windows 10/11 Tweaks + Fixes web sites: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/category/windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/ http://www.howtogeek.com/ http://www.wintips.org/ http://www.tweaks.com/windows-10/ http://www.tweakhound.com/tag/this-site+windows-10/ http://www.tweakhound.com/2021/05/19/tweaking-windows-10-version-21h1/ http://sourcedaddy.com/windows-10/ http://www.techspot.com/ http://www.smallvoid.com/ http://www.intowindows.com/?s=windows+10 http://www.askvg.com/category/windows-10/ http://www.ghacks.net/category/windows/ http://www.elevenforum.com/tutorials/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/ http://www.winhelponline.com/ http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/how-to-use-windows-10/ http://www.softwareok.com/?page=Windows/11/Quick-Tip http://www.softwareok.com/?page=Windows/10/Quick-Tip * Disable/Uninstall +/- Reenable/Reinstall built-in/preinstalled/provisioned/hidden/uninstallable built-in/store Windows 10 Universal Windows Platforms (UWP)/modern/native/tile apps: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/remove-provisioned-apps-during-update/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/remove-provisioned-apps-during-update/#registry-keys-for-provisioned-apps http://4sysops.com/archives/remove-provisioned-built-in-apps-in-windows-10/ http://www.howtogeek.com/224798/how-to-uninstall-windows-10s-built-in-apps-and-how-to-reinstall-them/ http://www.askvg.com/guide-how-to-remove-all-built-in-apps-in-windows-10/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4689-uninstall-apps-windows-10-a.html#option3 http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/uninstall-restore-windows-10-builtin-apps/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/remove_windows_10_apps_using_powershell.html http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/easily-remove-bloatware-windows-10/ http://appuals.com/how-to-remove-bloatware-on-windows-10/ http://appuals.com/how-to-uninstall-programs-on-windows-10-that-wont-uninstall/ http://mbplace.net/hacks.html http://github.com/adolfintel/Windows10-Privacy/ Use 1 of these tools [free(ware)]: - O&O AppBuster uninstalls/reinstalls preinstalled/built-in/hidden Windows 10 Store Apps: http://www.oo-software.com/en/ooappbuster/ File: http://dl5.oo-software.com/files/ooappbuster/OOAPB.exe - 10AppsManager uninstalls/reinstalls preinstalled/built-in/hidden Windows 10 Store Apps: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/10appsmanager-windows-10/ File: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/downloads/10amW10.zip - Windows10Debloater using PowerShell script files (.ps1): http://github.com/Sycnex/Windows10Debloater/ Files [right-click each 1 -> Save as...]: http://raw.githubusercontent.com/Sycnex/Windows10Debloater/master/Windows10Debloater.ps1 http://raw.githubusercontent.com/Sycnex/Windows10Debloater/master/Windows10DebloaterGUI.ps1 Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run one of these commands [using default Downloads folder] -> press Enter: %UserProfile%\Downloads\Windows10DebloaterGUI.ps1 [and click desired selection boxes] or: %UserProfile%\Downloads\Windows10Debloater.ps1 - Windows 10 Decrapifier + Optimization for 18xx/19xx/2xxx: http://community.spiceworks.com/scripts/show/4378-windows-10-decrapifier-18xx-19xx-2xxx/ File: http://gist.github.com/BenNottelling/9c43d168e8344ac7c971c701c5f5e455#file-w10onarm_setup_batch-bat Optimize Windows 10/11 Services for increased performance: http://discourse.pi64.win/t/optimizing-windows-10-services-for-increased-performance/ Follow this comprehensive guide: http://github.com/adolfintel/Windows10-Privacy/ Example: Uninstall Game DVR + Xbox apps: right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers *xbox* | Remove-AppxPackage TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.BingWeather_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.DesktopAppInstaller_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.GetHelp_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Getstarted_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Microsoft3DViewer_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.MicrosoftOfficeHub_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.MicrosoftSolitaireCollection_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.MicrosoftStickyNotes_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.MSPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Office.OneNote_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.OneConnect_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.People_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Print3D_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.SkypeApp_kzf8qxf38zg5c] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.StorePurchaseApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Wallet_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Windows.Photos_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsAlarms_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsCalculator_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsCamera_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\microsoft.windowscommunicationsapps_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsFeedbackHub_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsMaps_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsSoundRecorder_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.WindowsStore_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Xbox.TCUI_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.XboxApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.XboxGameOverlay_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.XboxIdentityProvider_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.XboxSpeechToTextOverlay_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.ZuneMusic_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.ZuneVideo_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.3DBuilder_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.HEVCVideoExtension_8wekyb3d8bbwe] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Appx\AppxAllUserStore\Deprovisioned\Microsoft.Messaging_8wekyb3d8bbwe] ; ------End cut & paste here------ Uninstall/Remove Quick Assist app: http://walkersam.blogspot.com/2017/10/how-to-uninstall-quick-assist-within.html http://github.com/adolfintel/Windows10-Privacy/issues/37/ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PowerShell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Then from within the PowerShell console run this command -> press Enter: Remove-WindowsCapability -online -name App.Support.QuickAssist~~~~0.0.1.0 OR this command -> press Enter: Get-WindowsPackage -Online | Where PackageName -like *QuickAssist* | Remove-WindowsPackage -Online -NoRestart Uninstall/Remove Microsoft Hello Face + Hello for Business apps: http://dirteam.com/sander/2020/07/02/howto-delete-your-windows-hello-for-business-registration/ http://github.com/adolfintel/Windows10-Privacy/issues/37/ Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: certutil.exe -DeleteHelloContainer Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PowerShell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Then from within the PowerShell console run this command -> press Enter: Get-WindowsPackage -Online | Where PackageName -like *Hello-Face* | Remove-WindowsPackage -Online -NoRestart Uninstall/Remove Contact Support + Feedback (Hub) apps: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-contact-support-in-windows-10/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_uninstall_the_feedback_hub.html File: http://www.winaero.com/downloads/Uninstall_Contact_Support.zip Use an unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool [free(ware)] http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ZIP to open "Uninstall_Contact_Support.zip" archive and extract "Uninstall Contact Support.cmd" + "install_wim_tweak.exe" into the same dedicated/empty directory/folder -> right-click "Uninstall Contact Support.cmd" -> Run as Administrator -> restart/reboot. Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PowerShell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Then from within the PowerShell console run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage *feedback* | Remove-AppXPackage * Turn ON Prefetch, SuperFetch + SysMain services to speed up loading of frequently used executables (.exe) in Windows 7/newer: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/99821-enable-disable-superfetch-windows.html http://www.technipages.com/windows-enable-disable-superfetch/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/disable-superfetch-prefetch-ssd/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\FileInfo\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\FileInfo] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RpcSs\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RpcSs] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SysMain\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SysMain] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 "SvcMemHardLimitInMB"=dword:002dc6c0 "SvcMemMidLimitInMB"=dword:0000012c "SvcMemSoftLimitInMB"=dword:0000001e [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management\PrefetchParameters] "EnableSuperfetch"=dword:3 "EnablePrefetcher"=dword:3 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\FileInfo\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\FileInfo] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RpcSs\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RpcSs] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\SysMain\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\SysMain] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 "SvcMemHardLimitInMB"=dword:002dc6c0 "SvcMemMidLimitInMB"=dword:0000012c "SvcMemSoftLimitInMB"=dword:0000001e [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management\PrefetchParameters] "EnableSuperfetch"=dword:3 "EnablePrefetcher"=dword:3 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\FileInfo\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\FileInfo] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RpcSs\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RpcSs] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\SysMain\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\SysMain] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:2 "SvcMemHardLimitInMB"=dword:002dc6c0 "SvcMemMidLimitInMB"=dword:0000012c "SvcMemSoftLimitInMB"=dword:0000001e [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management\PrefetchParameters] "EnableSuperfetch"=dword:3 "EnablePrefetcher"=dword:3 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Windows 10/11 Custom Installs: Guides + Downloads: - MS DOCs: System builder deployment of Windows 10 for desktop editions: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/system-builder-deployment/ - MS DOCs: Add a Custom Script to Windows Setup: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/add-a-custom-script-to-windows-setup/ - MS DOCs: Configuration and settings: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/configuration-and-settings/ - Microsoft Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (WADK): http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install/ WADK -> see "Essential Add-ons, Components, Fixes, Updates, Tools + Games [free(ware)]" section further below: http://www.mdgx.com/10.php http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT - The IT Bros: Sysprep Windows 10 and 11 Machine: Step by Step Guide: http://theitbros.com/sysprep-windows-machine/ - Win10XPE + Win10PESE packages: http://win10se.cwcodes.net/Compressed/ - Windows 10 Lite (Better Privacy) Setup Helper customization scripts: http://sourceforge.net/projects/windows-10-lite/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/windows_10_lite.html - gHacks: Run Windows 10 Setup Script after installation to customize the OS: http://www.ghacks.net/2020/08/19/run-windows-10-setup-script-after-installation-to-customize-the-os/ - Sophia Script for Windows 10/11: http://github.com/farag2/Sophia-Script-for-Windows/ Download: http://github.com/farag2/Sophia-Script-for-Windows/releases/latest/ * Turn OFF Network Location Awareness (NLA) service [NlaSvc] Active Probing + Network Connectivity Status Indicator (NCSI) Taskbar icon in Windows 8/newer: http://support.microsoft.com/help/4494446/ http://newsignature.com/articles/network-location-awareness-service-can-ruin-day-fix/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/winsock/network-location-awareness-service-provider-nla--2/ These 2 interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services [+ other services they depend on -> see below] provide this functionality: - Network Location Awareness [NlaSvc] = Collects and stores configuration information for the network and notifies programs when this information is modified. If this service is stopped, configuration information might be unavailable. If this service is disabled, any services that explicitly depend on it will fail to start. Dependencies: http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/nlasvc/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\nlasvc.dll - Network List Service [netprofm] = Identifies the networks to which the computer has connected, collects and stores properties for these networks, and notifies applications when these properties change. Dependencies: http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/netprofm/ %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\netprofmsvc.dll TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\NlaSvc\Parameters\Internet] "EnableActiveProbing"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\NlaSvc\Parameters\Internet] "EnableActiveProbing"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\NlaSvc\Parameters\Internet] "EnableActiveProbing"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\NetworkConnectivityStatusIndicator] "DisablePassivePolling"=dword:1 "NoActiveProbe"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ BUG: **** Your active/current/installed internet/network/LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi/wireless connection might report this false error (NCSI Taskbar icon): "No Internet" even if it works properly. http://superuser.com/questions/1400187/ FIX: **** In such cases you can (re)enable these 2 registry values: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\NetworkConnectivityStatusIndicator] "DisablePassivePolling"=dword:0 "NoActiveProbe"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. * Turn ON/repair NTFS (New Technology File System) Long Paths (> 260 characters) in Windows 10 with installed versions of Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) OLDer than 4.6.2: http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.FileSys::LongPathsEnabled http://superuser.com/questions/1119883/ http://www.howtogeek.com/266621/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/how-to-enable-ntfs-long-paths-in-windows-10/ NFR 4.6.2 + NTFS Long Paths in Windows 10: http://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/jeremykuhne/2016/07/30/net-4-6-2-and-long-paths-on-windows-10/ RECOMMENDED: Install NEWest available update/version (if you haven't already) of Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Policies] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\FileSystem] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Policies] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\FileSystem] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Policies] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\FileSystem] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Group Policy Objects\{48981759-12F2-42A6-A048-028B3973495F}Machine\System\CurrentControlSet\Policies] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Group Policy Objects\{48981759-12F2-42A6-A048-028B3973495F}Machine\System\CurrentControlSet\Policies] "LongPathsEnabled"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON/restore Windows 10 style Taskbar tray [+ Start Menu] in Windows 11: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-restore-classic-start-menu-in-windows-11-and-get-back-live-tiles/ Method #1: ********** TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell\Update\Packages] "UndockingDisabled"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ After you register/merge/import .reg file above -> click Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> log off/sign out -> log on/sign in back into Windows 11 under same user name so the change above can take effect. Method #2: ********** You can also turn ON/restore Windows 10 style Taskbar tray in Windows 11 by using Winaero Tweaker: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker-1-20-1-get-back-windows-10-start-menu-and-taskbar-in-windows-11/ 1. Install Winaero Tweaker: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ 2. Start/open Winaero Tweaker. 3. Go to: Windows 11 -> Classic Start Menu and Taskbar -> check "Enable Classic Taskbar and Start menu" box -> click "Sign out now" button. 4. Log on/sign in back into Windows 11 under same user name. FYI: With the Windows 10 style Taskbar tray enabled you can further customize/tweak Taskbar settings (some of them hidden or unavailable) according to your needs/preferences: 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer adds Taskbar tray settings otherwise unavailable, beyond Windows capabilities, highly customizable [select Portable at install time!]: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker/ http://tweaker.ramensoftware.com/ File: http://ramensoftware.com/downloads/7tt_setup.exe 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Guide: http://www.winaero.com/get-a-classic-taskbar-in-windows-8-and-windows-7-that-works-like-xp/ 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Repository: http://github.com/m417z/7-Taskbar-Tweaker/ Windhawk tweak mods for Windows 11 Taskbar: http://ramensoftware.com/windhawk-mods-for-the-windows-11-taskbar/ Method #3: ********** You can also turn ON/restore Windows 10 Taskbar tray, Start Menu + customize Start button/icon/logo/orb in Windows 11 by using Open-Shell Menu -> see "How to Change The Start Menu Icon in Open Shell" section: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-restore-classic-start-menu-in-windows-11-and-get-back-live-tiles/ Open-Shell Start Menu + button/icon/logo/orb replacer 32-bit + 64-bit [Classic Shell fork]: http://open-shell.github.io/Open-Shell-Menu/ ReadMe: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/ Download: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/releases/ Open-Shell Guides: http://askleo.com/open-shell-regain-your-start-menu-in-windows-and-much-more/ http://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-open-shell-as-your-windows-10-start-menu/ Custom Start button/icon/logo/orb Tutorial: http://coddec.github.io/Classic-Shell/www.classicshell.net/tutorials/buttontutorial.html Custom Skin Tutorial: http://coddec.github.io/Classic-Shell/www.classicshell.net/tutorials/skintutorial.html * Turn ON/restore classic (Windows 7/8/8.1) style audio/sound Volume Control in Windows 10/11: http://www.winaero.com/blog/enable-old-volume-control-in-windows-10/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\MTCUVC] "EnableMtcUvc"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\MTCUVC] "EnableMtcUvc"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\MTCUVC] "EnableMtcUvc"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON Pin to Taskbar/Pin to Start Menu right-click items for apps/files/folders/documents/items/links: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/5547-taskbar-pinned-programs-enable-disable.html http://www.helpdeskgeek.com/windows-7/pin-to-taskbar-missing-in-windows-7/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoPinningToTaskbar"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoPinningToTaskbar"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoPinningToTaskbar"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Open, Print + Edit right-click context menu limited to 16 items or less with 15 or more files/items selected in Windows 10 (example: limit increased to 1000000000 = one billion): http://support.microsoft.com/help/2022295/ http://learn.microsoft.com/troubleshoot/windows-client/shell-experience/context-menus-shortened-select-over-15-files/ http://www.nextofwindows.com/how-to-open-more-than-15-files-at-once-from-context-menu-in-windows/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "MultipleInvokePromptMinimum"=dword:3b9aca00 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF File History: http://www.eightforums.com/threads/file-history-enable-or-disable-in-windows-8.7706/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\FileHistory] "Disabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\FileHistory] "Disabled"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\FileHistory] "Disabled"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF User Account Control (UAC), Limited User Account (LUA) service (LUAfv) + Modern UAC [+ Credentials UI] prompt dialog annoyances + restore classic UAC graphical user interface (GUI) from Windows Vista/7: http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5509-user-account-control-uac-change-settings-windows-8-a.html http://www.askvg.com/tip-disable-modern-uac-prompt-and-credential-ui-in-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/microsoft-has-removed-the-classic-uac-prompt-from-windows-10/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/luafv/ http://parsons-technology.com/what-is-luafv/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/unattend/microsoft-windows-lua-settings/ 1st Things 1st: *************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 WARNING: ******** If LUAfv service [provided by the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\luafv.sys driver] is disabled [see "Start"=dword:4 in .reg file below] certain Windows components/features/functions will not work, and Windows Server users may experience errors in multiuser/networked/shared/enterprise/server environments: http://developpaper.com/windows-ad-error-message-resolution-uac-file-virtualization-service-failed-to-start-this-driver-is-blocked-from-loading/ http://www.wincert.net/windows-server/event-id-7000-uac-file-virtualization-error/ http://www.microsoftpressstore.com/articles/article.aspx?p=2228450&seqNum=9 http://www.programmersought.com/article/27216104324/ http://www.askvg.com/tip-disable-modern-uac-prompt-and-credential-ui-in-windows-10/ Examples: - Internet Explorer (IE) [discontinued!] sandbox mode = DISABLED; - Metro/Tile/Store/Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps = DISABLED; - certain Windows Server components + functions = DISABLED. CAUTION: ******** This requires adequate/advanced knowledge about critical computing, operating systems, shared environments, networks, cybersecurity. Recommended for single user environments without any add-ons/components/extensions/extras/features/services which may require specific configurations/items/properties/settings for proper operation. Not recommended for multiuser/networked/shared/enterprise/server environments processing/storing/delivering encrypted/protected/secure critical/private/sensitive/vital analysis/data/information. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; MUST restart/reboot after turning UAC ON or OFF ! [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "EnableLUA"=dword:0 ; Restore classic UAC graphical user interface (GUI) from Windows Vista/7: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Authentication\LogonUI\TestHooks] "XamlCredUIAvailable"=dword:0 ; Disable User Account Control file virtualization (LUAfv) Service: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\luafv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\luafv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\luafv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\luafv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\luafv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\luafv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END :: MUST restart/reboot after turning UAC ON or OFF ! :: Disable User Account Control file virtualization (LUAfv) Service: ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP luafv SC.EXE CONFIG luafv START= disabled :: Disable UAC: REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System" /v EnableLUA /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot. FIX: Fix UAC prompt greyed out or missing Yes button in Windows 10: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/108280-fix-uac-prompt-has-grayed-out-missing-yes-button-windows-10-a.html * Tweak Desktop, Explorer, interface (GUI, Shell, API), mouse/cursor + keyboard/input annoyances in Windows XP/newer: MenuShowDelay -> "MENUSHOWDELAY" -> REGISTRY.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/last3.htm#MENUDELAY TileWallpaper -> "STRETCH WALLPAPER" -> TIPS98.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/98-1.htm#STRETCH CursorBlinkRate -> "BLINK... NOT!" -> REGISTRY.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/last3.htm#BLINK NoAutoReturnToWelcome: http://sourceforge.net/p/unattended/mailman/message/32062919/ WindowArrangementActive: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4343-turn-off-snap-windows-windows-10-a.html MouseWheelRouting: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/12816-turn-off-scroll-inactive-windows-windows-10-a.html JointResize, SnapAssist + SnapFill: http://superuser.com/questions/1516878/ DockMoving: http://superuser.com/questions/1039039/ DockTargetMouseWidth: http://superuser.com/questions/1462732/ NOTE: Some of these settings are available only in Windows 8/newer. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="0" "MenuShowDelay"="0" "TileWallpaper"="0" "CursorBlinkRate"="-1" "NoAutoReturnToWelcome"="1" "WindowArrangementActive"="0" "MouseWheelRouting"=dword:2 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="0" "MenuShowDelay"="0" "TileWallpaper"="0" "CursorBlinkRate"="-1" "NoAutoReturnToWelcome"="1" "WindowArrangementActive"="0" "MouseWheelRouting"=dword:2 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "JointResize"=dword:0 "SnapAssist"=dword:0 "SnapFill"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "JointResize"=dword:0 "SnapAssist"=dword:0 "SnapFill"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "JointResize"=dword:0 "SnapAssist"=dword:0 "SnapFill"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Mouse] "DockTargetMouseWidth"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Mouse] "DockTargetMouseWidth"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Microsoft text input application memory resident process executable (.exe) used by portable device, touch, software + virtual keyboards, and which load after every Windows (re)boot/(re)start/login, and consume hardware (processing: CPU, GPU) + software (operating system: memory, timers) resources: http://computerverge.com/microsoft-text-input-application-how-to-disable-or-fix-high-cpu-consumption/ http://itectec.com/superuser/windows-10-how-to-prevent-microsoft-text-input-application-from-starting/ http://www.reddit.com/r/Windows10/comments/abx8ct/ This executable might bear a different name and/or have a different location/folder name depending on your installed Windows 10/11 build/edition/release/update/version (examples): InputApp.exe TextInputHost.exe WindowsInternal.ComposableShell.Experiences.TextInput.InputApp.exe These executables (.exe) can be located for example in 1 of these folders [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]: %WinDir%\SystemApps\InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy %WinDir%\SystemApps\MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy Do this from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run commands below -> press Enter after each line: TASKKILL.EXE /IM InputApp.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM TextInputHost.exe /F /T TASKKILL.EXE /IM "WindowsInternal.ComposableShell.Experiences.TextInput.InputApp.exe" /F /T TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SystemApps\InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SystemApps\InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SystemApps\InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy" "InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy_OLD" TAKEOWN.EXE /f "%WinDir%\SystemApps\MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy" /r /d y ICACLS.EXE "%WinDir%\SystemApps\MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy" /grant:r %UserName%:F /t /c /q REN "%WinDir%\SystemApps\MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy" "MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS_cw5n1h2txyewy_OLD" ICACLS.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/icacls.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/icacls/ http://adamtheautomator.com/icacls/ TAKEOWN.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/takeown.html http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/takeown/ Alternative method: use the registry to redirect these executables (.exe) to execute/run/start another app/program executable instead, for example 1 that is an intrinsic part of Windows [systray.exe]: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\InputApp.exe] "Debugger"="systray.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\TextInputHost.exe] "Debugger"="systray.exe" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\WindowsInternal.ComposableShell.Experiences.TextInput.InputApp.exe] "Debugger"="systray.exe" ; ------End cut & paste here------ BEWARE: Repair DCOM (Distributed Component Object Model) errors in DCOMcnfg.exe + comexp.msc: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/fix-distributedcom-error-10016-windows/ http://social.technet.microsoft.com/wiki/contents/articles/50926.windows-component-services-troubleshooting-unable-to-edit-dcom-security-permissions.aspx DCOMcnfg.exe + comexp.msc: http://learn.microsoft.com/cpp/atl/dcomcnfg/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/com/enabling-com-security-using-dcomcnfg/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/com/setting-processwide-security-using-dcomcnfg/ http://webconnection.west-wind.com/docs/_4kg0z4g3p.htm DCOM: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributed_Component_Object_Model * Add frequently used/must-have/favorite/useful apps/programs/tools, Control Panel (CP), Windows Settings (WS) a.k.a. Immersive Control Panel (ICP) a.k.a. native Control Panel items/links/shortcuts to Desktop right-click menu (examples): -> see "Control Panel (CP) + Omnipotent/Master/Mega/'god mode' (OMg) Control Panel" chapter -> "* Control Panel (CP) CLSID (GUID) keys, commands, shortcuts + folders in Windows 7/newer (examples):" -> WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT See also Windows 10/11 Settings Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) commands listed in WIN10SET.HTM (included): http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10SET.HTM Complete list of my all-time favorite + must-have tools [free(ware)]: MDGx List of Useful Windows NTx Tools in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT MDGx Software Essentials in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm I use all these free(ware) tools on all my computers (almost) every day for (too) many years [;-/]: - Thorium web browser 64-bit: http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#CHR - X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable: http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 - Chromium/Chrome/X-Chromium/Thorium Privacy, Security + Safety Extensions + (Java)Scripts: http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#PRV - MDGx custom HOSTS File: http://www.mdgx.com/hosts.php - 7-Zip 64-bit: http://www.7-zip.org/ - Universal Extractor 2 (UniExtract2) 64-bit: http://bioruebe.com/dev/uniextract/ - AutoRuns 64-bit: http://learn.microsoft.com/sysinternals/downloads/autoruns/ - ServiWin 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/serviwin.html - NTFS Permissions Tools (NPT): http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/ntfs_permissions_tools.html - Default Programs Editor (DPE): http://www.defaultprogramseditor.com/ - Classic Task Manager (TM) 64-bit: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-restore-the-good-old-task-manager-in-windows-8/ - Open-Shell 64-bit: http://open-shell.github.io/Open-Shell-Menu/ - 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) 64-bit: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker/ - Winaero Tweaker 64-bit: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ - Win10 All Settings: http://www.wintools.info/index.php/win10-all-settings/ - Windows Update Blocker (WUB) 64-bit: http://www.sordum.org/9470/ - Programmer's File Editor 32-bit (PFE32): http://www.lancs.ac.uk/people/steveb/cpaap/pfe/ - IObit Unlocker: http://www.iobit.com/iobit-unlocker.php - grepWin 64-bit: http://tools.stefankueng.com/grepWin.html - T-Clock Redux 64-bit: http://github.com/White-Tiger/T-Clock/ - TransparentMenu (TM): http://www.moo0.com/software/TransparentMenu/ - TrayIcon: http://www.mdgx.com/files/TI25.ZIP - ClickOff: http://johanneshuebner.com/quickcms/index.html%3Fde_downloads,2.html - Wallpaper SlideShow LT: http://www.gphotoshow.com/wallpaperss.htm - MDGx File Manager (FM) 32-bit: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#FMNT - Microsoft File Manager (FM) 64-bit: http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#FMMS - FreeCommander (FC) XE 32-bit: http://www.freecommander.com/ - NexusFile: http://www.xiles.app/ - NetMeter: http://www.metal-machine.de/readerror/ - CurrPorts 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.html - Network Activity Indicator (NAI) 64-bit: http://www.itsamples.com/network-activity-indicator.html - JPEGView 64-bit: http://sourceforge.net/projects/jpegview/ - IrfanView 64-bit: http://www.irfanview.com/ - GIMP Portable 64-bit: http://www.portableapps.com/apps/graphics_pictures/gimp_portable/ - XnView MP Portable 64-bit: http://www.xnview.com/en/xnviewmp/#downloads - IcoFX Portable: http://www.portableapps.com/apps/graphics_pictures/icofx_portable/ - K-Lite Codec Pack (KLCP) Mega + Media Player Classic Home Cinema (MPC-HC) Lite 64-bit: http://www.codecguide.com/download_k-lite_codec_pack_mega.htm - MKVToolNix 64-bit: http://www.mkvtoolnix.download/ - gMKVExtractGUI: http://forum.doom9.org/showthread.php?t=170249 - HandBrake Portable 64-bit: http://www.fcportables.com/handbrake-portable/ - Pazera Free Audio + Video Conversion Pack Portable 64-bit: http://www.pazera-software.com/products/free-audio-video-pack/ - FFmpeg 64-bit: http://www.ffmpeg.org/download.html#build-windows - foobar2000 64-bit: http://www.foobar2000.org/ - ReNamer 5.60: http://files.fyxm.net/121/121773/renamer.zip - Desktop Background Tuner (DBT) [from "Windows 8" folder]: http://www.winaero.com/desktop-background-tuner/ - Swiss File Knife (SFK): http://www.stahlworks.com/dev/swiss-file-knife.html - NirCmd 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/nircmd.html - AdvancedRun 64-bit: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/advanced_run.html - Calibre Portable 64-bit: http://www.calibre-ebook.com/download_portable/ - Libre Office Portable: http://www.portableapps.com/apps/office/libreoffice_portable/ - JDownloader2 (JD2): http://www.jdownloader.org/ - Tixati Portable 64-bit: http://www.tixati.com/download/portable.html - FileZilla 64-bit: http://www.filezilla-project.org/ More like these (all included): - SOFTWARE.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm - TOOLS.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php - PHOTO.TXT: http://www.mdgx.com/photo.php Here is my Windows 10 Desktop right-click menu [JPEG screen capture]: http://www.mdgx.com/Desktop_right-click_extended_Win10_3840x2160.jpg LIMITATION: Desktop/Explorer/icon/item/link/shortcut shell context right-click submenus (subfolders) allow a maximum of 16 items each in all Windows NTx builds/editions/releases/versions -> example: see "||–––– Windows Settings (WS) = NATIVE ––––>" item from JPEG above. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\addprogs] @="Add/Uninstall Programs + Features = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="appwiz.cpl,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\addprogs\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL appwiz.cpl,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\assocfext] @="Associate File Extension With... (Default Program)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,60" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\assocfext\command] @="CONTROL.EXE /name Microsoft.DefaultPrograms /page pageFileAssoc" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\audio] @="Audio Volume Mixer = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="SNDVOL.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\audio\command] @="SNDVOL.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\blutooth_CLS] @="Bluetooth Settings = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="bthprops.cpl,2" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\blutooth_CLS\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL bthprops.cpl,,1" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\clrtype] @="ClearType Text Tuner = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="CTTUNE.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\clrtype\command] @="CTTUNE.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\colors_transp] @="Colors, Appearance + Transparency = Aero = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,18" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\colors_transp\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{26EE0668-A00A-44D7-9371-BEB064C98683}\\1\\::{ED834ED6-4B5A-4bfe-8F11-A626DCB6A921}\\pageColorization" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\ctrlpanel_CLS] @="Control Panel (CP) = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="CONTROL.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\ctrlpanel_CLS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\ctrlpanel_WS] @="Windows Settings = a.k.a. Control Panel (CP) (Native)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="CONTROL.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\ctrlpanel_WS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE ms-settings:" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\desktopicons] @="Desktop Icons Settings = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="DESK.CPL,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\desktopicons\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL DESK.CPL,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\DevMgr] @="Device Manager (DevMgmt.msc)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="hdwwiz.cpl,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\DevMgr\command] @="MMC.EXE /S DEVMGMT.MSC" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\dev_+_prn] @="Devices + Printers" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="CONTROL.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\dev_+_prn\command] @="CONTROL.EXE Printers" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\diskman] @="Disk Manager (DiskMgmt.msc)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="MMC.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\diskman\command] @="MMC.EXE /S DISKMGMT.MSC" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\DOS_CMD] @="DOS Console (CMD) = Administrator" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="CMD.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\DOS_CMD\command] @="CMD.EXE /K CD /D COLOR 07 && TITLE \"Administrator DOS Console\"" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\easyaccess] @="Ease of Access Center (Native)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="UTILMAN.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\easyaccess\command] @="UTILMAN.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\firewall_adv] @="Firewall + Advanced Security (WF.msc)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="FirewallControlPanel.dll,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\firewall_adv\command] @="MMC.EXE /S WF.MSC" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\foldopt] @="Files, Folders + Explorer Options = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="fde.dll,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\foldopt\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Options_RunDLL 7" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\MasterMode] @="Omnipotent/Master/Mega/“god mode” (OMg) Control Panel" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="WSCUI.CPL,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\MasterMode\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\msconfig] @="System Configuration (MSConfig)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="MSCONFIG.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\msconfig\command] @="MSCONFIG.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\netcenter] @="Network + Internet Center = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="ncpa.cpl,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\netcenter\command] @="CONTROL.EXE /name Microsoft.NetworkAndSharingCenter" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\optcomp] @="Optional Features + Components = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="OptionalFeatures.exe,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\optcomp\command] @="OptionalFeatures.exe" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Powershell] @="PowerShell Console (CMD) = Administrator" "Icon"="powershell.exe,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Powershell\command] @="powershell.exe -noExit -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -ImportSystemModules -command Set-Location -literalPath '%V'" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\regedit] @="Registry Editor (RegEdit)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="C:\\WINDOWS\\SYSTEM32\\REGEDIT.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\regedit\command] @="C:\\WINDOWS\\REGEDIT.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\services] @="Services (Services.msc)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="MMC.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\services\command] @="MMC.EXE /S SERVICES.MSC" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sounds] @="Sounds = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="mmsys.cpl,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sounds\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL mmsys.cpl,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sysinfo] @="System Info (MSInfo)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="MSINFO32.EXE,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sysinfo\command] @="MSINFO32.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sysprop] @="System Properties + OS Info = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="sysdm.cpl,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sysprop\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{BB06C0E4-D293-4f75-8A90-CB05B6477EEE}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\syspropadv] @="System Properties Advanced = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,81" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\syspropadv\command] @="SystemPropertiesAdvanced.exe" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskbarstart] @="Taskbar + Start Button/Icon/Logo/Menu/Orb Properties (Native)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,75" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskbarstart\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Options_RunDLL 1" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskschd] @="Task Scheduler (TaskSchd.msc)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="SETUPAPI.DLL,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskschd\command] @="MMC.EXE /S taskschd.msc" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\themes_CLS] "MUIVerb"="Themes = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "ControlPanelName"="Microsoft.Personalization" "Icon"="themecpl.dll,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\themes_CLS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{ED834ED6-4B5A-4bfe-8F11-A626DCB6A921}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\wallpaper_CLS] @="Wallpaper = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,-110" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\wallpaper_CLS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{ED834ED6-4B5A-4bfe-8F11-A626DCB6A921} -Microsoft.Personalization\\pageWallpaper" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\defprog] @="Default Programs (Associate with...) = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,19" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\defprog\command] @="CONTROL.EXE /name Microsoft.DefaultPrograms" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\power] @="Power = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="powercfg.cpl,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\power\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL powercfg.cpl" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\inetprop] @="Internet Explorer (IE) Properties = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="inetcpl.cpl,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\inetprop\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL inetcpl.cpl,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\instupdt] @="Installed Updates = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="wuapi.dll,1" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\instupdt\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{d450a8a1-9568-45c7-9c0e-b4f9fb4537bd}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\mouse] @="Mouse Pointers = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="main.cpl,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\mouse\command] @="CONTROL.EXE MAIN.CPL,,1" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\network] @="Network Connections = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="ncpa.cpl,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\network\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL ncpa.cpl,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskman] @="Task Manager (TaskMgr)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="TASKMGR.EXE,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\taskman\command] @="TASKMGR.EXE" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\useraccounts] @="User Accounts = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="netplwiz.exe,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\useraccounts\command] @="netplwiz.exe" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\plugunplug] @="Plug/Unplug Removable Drives = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="HotPlug.dll,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\plugunplug\command] @="RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Control_RunDLL HotPlug.dll" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\dpiscale] @="Display + HD Color (Native)" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="DpiScaling.exe,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\dpiscale\command] @="DpiScaling.exe" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\useraccountctrl] @="User Account Control (UAC) = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="UserAccountControlSettings.exe,0" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\useraccountctrl\command] @="UserAccountControlSettings.exe" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\notif_ico_CLS] @="Notification Area Icons = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="taskbarcpl.dll,-1" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\notif_ico_CLS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{05d7b0f4-2121-4eff-bf6b-ed3f69b894d9}" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sys_ico_CLS] @="System Icons = CLASSIC" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="taskbarcpl.dll,-1" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\sys_ico_CLS\command] @="EXPLORER.EXE SHELL:::{05d7b0f4-2121-4eff-bf6b-ed3f69b894d9} \\SystemIcons,,0" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\KILL_UNResp] @="KILL UNresponsive Task(s) !" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,-98" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\KILL_UNResp\command] @="CMD.EXE /C TASKKILL.EXE /F /FI \"status eq NOT RESPONDING\" && COLOR B3 && EXIT" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Win_Modes] @="" "MUIVerb"="Windows Mode: DARK “Side” || LIGHT “Force” •••••••>" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="themecpl.dll,-1" "SubCommands"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Win_Modes\shell\DARK_Side] @="" "MUIVerb"="DARK “Side” Mode" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,-5412" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Win_Modes\shell\DARK_Side\command] @="REG.EXE ADD HKCU\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows\\CurrentVersion\\Themes\\Personalize /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f && REG.EXE ADD HKCU\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows\\CurrentVersion\\Themes\\Personalize /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f && EXIT" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Win_Modes\shell\LITE_Force] @="" "MUIVerb"="LIGHT “Force” Mode" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="imageres.dll,-5411" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\Win_Modes\shell\LITE_Force\command] @="REG.EXE ADD HKCU\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows\\CurrentVersion\\Themes\\Personalize /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f && REG.EXE ADD HKCU\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows\\CurrentVersion\\Themes\\Personalize /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f && EXIT" "IsolatedCommand"=- [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\REBOOT_Adv_Opt] @="ReBOOT/ReSTART with Advanced BOOT Options" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="diagperf.dll,0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\shell\REBOOT_Adv_Opt\command] @="SHUTDOWN.EXE /R /O /F /T 1" "IsolatedCommand"=- ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Switch between Windows 10/11 Dark/Night ["The Dark Side" ;-/] + Light/Day ["The Light Force" ;-/] Modes on your Desktop, in programs, utilities, games, apps, web browsers + compatible/compliant/supported web sites: http://www.windowscentral.com/how-switch-between-light-and-dark-colors-schedule-automatically-windows-10/ http://www.askvg.com/windows-10-tip-enjoy-dark-theme-in-all-websites-and-software-programs/ http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/windows-10-dark-theme/ http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/enable-light-mode-windows-10/ http://www.digitalcitizen.life/how-enable-disable-dark-mode-windows-10/ http://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-enable-dark-mode-in-windows-10/ http://www.ionos.com/digitalguide/server/configuration/windows-10-dark-mode/ http://www.guidingtech.com/disable-dark-mode-windows-10-macos-android-ios/ http://silicophilic.com/dark-mode-guide-for-windows-10/ http://windowsreport.com/dark-mode-chrome-turn-off/ Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Settings -> Personalization [Background, Lock Screen, Colors] -> left hand Colors menu, or type EXPLORER.EXE ms-settings:personalization-colors -> Choose your color drop down menu -> Dark (example). Chromium/Chrome + Chromium alternative/derivative/fork/variant web browsers extensions (free): http://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/dark+mode?_category=extensions Firefox + Firefox alternative/derivative/fork/variant web browsers add-ons (free): http://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/search/?q=dark+mode TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. Turn ON The Dark "Side" Mode batch file: "If you only knew the power of the Dark Side." ;-/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esEcwAWi6dk -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END :: Turn ON The Dark "Side" Mode: REG.EXE ADD "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKU\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKU\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Turn ON The Light "Force" Mode batch file: "The Force will be with you. Always." ;-/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycCAHYvAUl4 -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END :: Turn ON The Light "Force" Mode: REG.EXE ADD "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKU\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v SystemUsesLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKU\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize" /v AppsUseLightTheme /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Turn OFF annoying/nagging "Let's make Windows even better..." full screen pop-up in Windows 10/11 with certain Microsoft Updates [example: April 2022 Cumulative Update: KB5012653, KB5012596, KB5012647, KB5012591 + KB5012599] installed: http://www.windowslatest.com/2022/04/25/windows-10s-full-screen-setup-nag-screen-returns-heres-how-to-disable-it/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/76252-turn-off-windows-welcome-experience-windows-10-a.html http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/turn_windows_welcome_experience_page_on_or_off_in_windows_10.html Start -> Windows Settings (WS) or -> Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type ms-settings -> press Enter -> System -> Notifications & Actions -> "Show me the Windows welcome experience after updates..." -> turn OFF. http://www.tenforums.com/attachments/tutorials/284489d1592760462-turn-off-windows-welcome-experience-windows-10-a-windows_welcome_experience_settings.jpg TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ContentDeliveryManager] "SubscribedContent-310093Enabled"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Repair Start Menu, Pin to Taskbar any file type/shortcut/document/link/website/icon/item/object/folder from right-click shell context menu, and Date + Time popups NOT working properly: http://superuser.com/questions/1452901/ http://techcult.com/fix-pin-to-taskbar-missing-in-windows-10/ http://learn.microsoft.com/answers/questions/87376/powershell-command-to-pin-apps-to-windows-taskbar.html http://stackoverflow.com/questions/31720595/ http://windowsreport.com/taskbar-not-working-windows-10/ http://thegeekpage.com/fix-right-click-not-working-on-start-menu-taskbar-in-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/enable-secret-hidden-continuum-ui-new-start-screen-in-windows-10-tp3/ http://www.winaero.com/pin-file-taskbar-windows-10/ http://www.digitalcitizen.life/how-pin-special-windows-shortcuts-taskbar/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/96525-pin-file-taskbar-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/3449-pin-taskbar-unpin-taskbar-apps-windows-10-a.html http://thewindowscentral.com/windows-10-start-menu-not-working/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/cant-pin-apps-to-taskbar-in-windows-10/ http://windowsreport.com/cant-pin-tiles-start-windows-10/ http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-pin-a-website-to-the-taskbar/ Pin to... tool for Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) editions: Pin to Taskbar Command Prompt Utility [syspin.exe] DOS console command line tool 64-bit for Windows 7/newer 64-bit: http://www.technosys.net/products/utils/pintotaskbar File: http://www.technosys.net/download.aspx?file=syspin.exe syspin.exe command line options, switches + parameters: http://www.technosys.net/images/products/syspin1.jpg ----------snippity-snip---------- Usage: syspin.exe ["letter:\filepath\filename.extension"] ##### or syspin.exe ["letter:\filepath\filename.extension"] "command string" #####s (numbers) and corresponding command strings: 5386 : Pin to Taskbar: "%UserProfile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch\User Pinned\TaskBar" 5387 : Unpin from Taskbar 51201 : Pin to Start: "%UserProfile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs" 51394 : Unpin from Start Samples: syspin.exe "%ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe" 5386 syspin.exe "C:\WINDOWS\notepad.exe" "Pin to Taskbar" syspin.exe "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\notepad.exe" "Pin to Start" syspin.exe "%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\notepad.exe" "Unpin from Taskbar" syspin.exe "C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\notepad.exe" 51201 NOTE: You cannot pin any metro app or batch/script file. :-( ----------snippity-snip---------- Add "Pin File/Item to Taskbar = SysPin [syspin.exe] 64-bit" item to the right-click shell context menu for all file types [*] (I have used C:\TOOLS_10 folder as syspin.exe file location in this example): TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\*\shell\Pin_syspin64] @="Pin File/Item to Taskbar = SysPin [syspin.exe] 64-bit" "SuppressionPolicy"=dword:0 "Icon"="\"C:\\TOOLS_10\\syspin.exe\",0" "NoWorkingDirectory"="" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\*\shell\Pin_syspin64\command] @="\"C:\\TOOLS_10\\syspin.exe\" \"%1\" 5386" "IsolatedCommand"=- ; ------End cut & paste here------ Pin to... tool for Windows NTx 32-bit (x86) editions: PinOnTen [pinonten.exe] Pin to Taskbar DOS console command line tool 32-bit for Windows 10/11: http://apps.codigobit.info/2016/07/pinonten-pin-or-unpin-to-taskbar-on.html Download: http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/OS-Enhancements/PinOnTen.shtml NOTE: You cannot pin any metro app or batch/script file. :-( Date + Time Popup Does Not Work: Fix 3 - Restore [default] Registry Settings: http://www.technipages.com/windows-10-date-popup-does-not-work/ File: http://www.technipages.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/TimeZoneRestore.zip Extract TimeZoneRestore.reg from ZIP archive above -> right-click TimeZoneRestore.reg -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ImmersiveShell\Launcher] "UseExperience"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideClock"=- "HideSCAVolume"=- "HideSCANetwork"=- "LockTaskbar"=- "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- "NoCloseDragDropBands"=- "NoTaskGrouping"=- "NoToolbarsOnTaskbar"=- "NoTrayContextMenu"=- "NoTrayItemsDisplay"=- "TaskbarLockAll"=- "TaskbarNoAddRemoveToolbar"=- "TaskbarNoRedock"=- "TaskbarNoResize"=- "TaskbarNoNotification"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideClock"=- "HideSCAVolume"=- "HideSCANetwork"=- "LockTaskbar"=- "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- "NoCloseDragDropBands"=- "NoTaskGrouping"=- "NoToolbarsOnTaskbar"=- "NoTrayContextMenu"=- "NoTrayItemsDisplay"=- "TaskbarLockAll"=- "TaskbarNoAddRemoveToolbar"=- "TaskbarNoRedock"=- "TaskbarNoResize"=- "TaskbarNoNotification"=- [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideClock"=- "HideSCAVolume"=- "HideSCANetwork"=- "LockTaskbar"=- "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- "NoCloseDragDropBands"=- "NoTaskGrouping"=- "NoToolbarsOnTaskbar"=- "NoTrayContextMenu"=- "NoTrayItemsDisplay"=- "TaskbarLockAll"=- "TaskbarNoAddRemoveToolbar"=- "TaskbarNoRedock"=- "TaskbarNoResize"=- "TaskbarNoNotification"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableNotificationCenter"=- "EnableLegacyBalloonNotifications"=- "NoPinningStoreToTaskbar"=- "NoSystraySystemPromotion"=- "NoPinningToDestinations"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableNotificationCenter"=- "EnableLegacyBalloonNotifications"=- "NoPinningStoreToTaskbar"=- "NoSystraySystemPromotion"=- "NoPinningToDestinations"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "DisableNotificationCenter"=- "EnableLegacyBalloonNotifications"=- "NoPinningStoreToTaskbar"=- "NoSystraySystemPromotion"=- "NoPinningToDestinations"=- "TaskbarNoPinnedList"=- ; ------End cut & paste here------ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PowerShell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted After PowerShell console comes up -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} -> exit PowerShell. Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. * Turn ON Always show all Taskbar (Notification area) icons + messages/notifications for all users in Desktop mode + Tablet mode in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/5313-notification-area-icons-hide-show-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/5313-hide-show-notification-area-icons-taskbar-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/general-support/15582-windows-10-tray-icons-hide-automatically-how-do-i-disable.html http://www.howtogeek.com/225568/ http://www.online-tech-tips.com/windows-7/customize-notifications-action-center-windows-10/ Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:taskbar -> press Enter OR right-click on an empty Taskbar spot -> Taskbar settings -> Notification area -> Select which icons appear on the Taskbar -> turn ON/OFF individual icon(s) OR -> turn ON Always show all icons in the notification area. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "NoAutoTrayNotify"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "EnableAutoTray"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "EnableAutoTray"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer] "EnableAutoTray"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "UseTabletModeNotificationIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "UseTabletModeNotificationIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "UseTabletModeNotificationIcons"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Log off -> log back on into your same user account for these changes to take effect. * Turn ON system wide, per user + per process Dots Per Inch (DPI) display scaling (DpiScaling.exe), improve ClearType [CTTune.exe] text font clarity/readability + fix blurry apps in Windows 10/11: http://windowsreport.com/microsoft-apps-blurry/ http://thegeekpage.com/fix-apps-might-be-blurry-problem-in-windows-10/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/100793-turn-off-fix-scaling-apps-blurry-windows-10-a.html http://wpvkp.com/fix-blurry-text-windows-10/ http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Display::DisplayPerProcessSystemDpiSettings http://www.eightforums.com/threads/global-dpi-scaling-disable-for-win8-1-for-all-files-users.42452/ http://pureinfotech.com/fix-windows-10-dpi-scaling-virtual-machine-high-definition-displays/ http://superuser.com/questions/1244934/ http://stackoverflow.com/questions/20516428/ CTTune [CTTUNE.EXE] + DpiScaling [DPISCALING.EXE] Control Panel (CP) tools are both located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. Run ClearType Text Tuner: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: CTTUNE.EXE -> press Enter -> tweak text clarity/readability to match your visual preferences -> press Finish. Access Advanced Scaling settings: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:display-advanced -> press Enter -> turn ON Fix Scaling for apps/programs/games/tools/etc that are blurry, or if Reg Green Blue (RGB) colors do not overlay (superimpose) properly. Windows 10 DPI Fix: http://windows10-dpi-fix.xpexplorer.com/ File: http://www.xpexplorer.com/installers/2.1/Windows10_DPI_FIX.exe TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPI"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPI"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Control Panel\Desktop] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPI"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Control Panel\Desktop] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPI"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Control Panel\Desktop] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPI"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Display] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:1 "DisablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Display] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:1 "DisablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Display] "EnablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:1 "DisablePerProcessSystemDPIForProcesses"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\DWM] "UseDpiScaling"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\DWM] "UseDpiScaling"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\DWM] "UseDpiScaling"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\VisualEffects] "VisualFXSetting"=dword:3 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\VisualEffects] "VisualFXSetting"=dword:3 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\VisualEffects\FontSmoothing] "DefaultValue"=dword:1 "DefaultApplied"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\VisualEffects\FontSmoothing] "DefaultValue"=dword:1 "DefaultApplied"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "FontSmoothing"="2" ; "FontSmoothingType"=dword:2 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "FontSmoothing"="2" ; "FontSmoothingType"=dword:2 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON + tweak Night Light (Blue Light) display/monitor gamma (custom color space) reduction/dimming mode in Windows 10/11 (example): http://win10faq.com/windows-10-night-light-not-working/ http://community.windows.com/stories/the-night-light-rises/ http://www.digitalcitizen.life/simple-questions-what-night-light-windows-10-and-how-use-it/ http://techtipvault.com/windows/enable-night-light-windows-10/ http://www.alphr.com/change-gamma-windows-10/ Access Night Light settings: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:nightlight -> press Enter. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CloudStore\Store\Cache\DefaultAccount\$$windows.data.bluelightreduction.bluelightreductionstate\Current] "Data"=hex:02,00,00,00,54,83,08,4a,03,ba,d2,01,00,00,00,00,43,42,01,00,10,00,\ d0,0a,02,c6,14,b8,8e,9d,d0,b4,c0,ae,e9,01,00 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CloudStore\Store\Cache\DefaultAccount\$$windows.data.bluelightreduction.bluelightreductionstate\Current] "Data"=hex:02,00,00,00,54,83,08,4a,03,ba,d2,01,00,00,00,00,43,42,01,00,10,00,\ d0,0a,02,c6,14,b8,8e,9d,d0,b4,c0,ae,e9,01,00 ; ------End cut & paste here------ 10 Best Free(ware) Blue Light Filter tools: http://www.winosbite.com/best-free-blue-light-filter/ Examples: - f.lux 32-bit for Windows 10/11 adjusts/dims/brightens display/monitor brightness/color temperature (hue) depending on time of day (warm: sun light) or night (cold: blue light), highly customizable: http://justgetflux.com/ File: http://justgetflux.com/dlwin.html f.lux FAQ: http://justgetflux.com/faq.html f.lux Reviews: http://www.ghacks.net/2009/04/06/computer-monitor-lighting-software-flux/ http://www.ghacks.net/2013/06/01/warm-light-app-f-lux-3-beta-introduces-movie-mode/ http://www.ghacks.net/2017/04/05/f-lux-4-brings-presets-and-program-whitelist-2/ - LightBulb 32-bit for Windows 10/11 adjusts/dims/brightens display/monitor brightness/color temperature (hue) continuously depending on environment light, highly customizable: http://github.com/Tyrrrz/LightBulb/ Download: http://github.com/Tyrrrz/LightBulb/releases/latest/ LightBulb Review: http://www.ghacks.net/2017/04/23/lightbulb-open-source-f-lux-alternative-for-windows/ - Gammy 32-bit for Windows 10/11 adjusts/dims/brightens display/monitor brightness/color temperature (hue) automatically or manually, highly customizable: http://github.com/Fushko/gammy/ Download: http://github.com/Fushko/gammy/releases/latest/ Gammy Review: http://www.ghacks.net/2020/03/16/gammy-is-an-adaptive-brightness-application-for-windows-and-linux/ * Turn OFF/block/disable/stop/uninstall/remove + repair/customize/improve/upgrade Microsoft (Windows) Defender (WD) background monitors, services, drivers, Windows Security (WS) + Security Center (SC) in Windows 10/11: http://technet.microsoft.com/itpro/powershell/windows/defender/set-mppreference/ http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/15788/ http://www.windowscentral.com/how-permanently-disable-windows-defender-windows-10/ http://gist.github.com/pe3zx/7c5e0080c3b0869ccba1f1dc2ea0c5e0/ http://www.askvg.com/tip-disable-or-remove-windows-defender-security-center-app-in-windows-10/ http://admx.help/HKLM/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Windows%20Defender http://admx.help/HKLM/Software/Policies/Microsoft/Windows%20Defender/Real-Time%20Protection http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/5918-how-turn-off-microsoft-defender-antivirus-windows-10-a.html ... And then replace these basic/crippled/limited built-in/pre-installed tools with better/professional grade independent/3rd party anti-malware/anti-virus tools [free(ware)]: http://www.safetydetectives.com/blog/windows-defender-vs-antiviruses-is-defender-enough-for-you/ http://www.safetydetectives.com/blog/best-really-free-antivirus-for-windows/ http://www.mdgx.com/vir.htm#AVS Examples: - TotalAV: http://www.totalav.com/free-download - BitDefender: http://www.bitdefender.com/solutions/free.html - MalwareBytes: http://www.malwarebytes.com/mwb-download/ - ClamWin: http://clamwin.com/content/view/18/46/ Turn OFF/block/disable/customize/repair Microsoft (Windows) Defender (WD) tools [free(ware)]: Defender Control [dControl.exe] for Windows Vista/newer blocks/unblocks Microsoft (Windows) Defender (WD): http://www.sordum.org/9480/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/d-control/dControl.zip Screen shot: http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/defender_control_menu.png Defender Exclusion Tool (DET) [ExcTool.exe] removes/adds file(s)/folder(s) from/to Microsoft (Windows) Defender lists of scanned/exceptions apps/executables/programs/residents/services/tasks/tools to avoid critical errors/slow performance/false positives/erratic behavior: http://www.sordum.org/10636/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/defender-exclusion-tool/ExcTool.zip 1st Things 1st: *************** BACKUP YOUR REGISTRY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! -> See "BACKUP/EXPORT + RESTORE/IMPORT REGISTRY/REGISTRY KEY(S)" in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=BACKUP%2FEXPORT%20%2B%20RESTORE%2FIMPORT%20REGISTRY%2FREGISTRY%20KEY%28S%29%20%21 TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender] "DisableAntiSpyware"=dword:1 "DisableAntiVirus"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\MpEngine] "MpEnablePus"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Real-Time Protection] "DisableScanOnRealtimeEnable"=dword:1 "DisableRealtimeMonitoring"=dword:1 "DisableRawWriteNotification"=dword:1 "DisableOnAccessProtection"=dword:1 "DisableIOAVProtection"=dword:1 "DisableBehaviorMonitoring"=dword:1 "LocalSettingOverrideDisableIntrusionPreventionSystem"=dword:1 "DisableIntrusionPreventionSystem"=dword:1 "DisableInformationProtectionControl"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Reporting] "DisableEnhancedNotifications"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\SpyNet] "DisableBlockAtFirstSeen"=dword:1 "SpynetReporting"=dword:0 "SubmitSamplesConsent"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender Security Center\Notifications] "DisableEnhancedNotifications"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\WMI\Autologger\DefenderApiLogger] "Start"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\WMI\Autologger\DefenderAuditLogger] "Start"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\StartupApproved\Run] "Windows Defender"=- "WindowsDefender"=- [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] "Windows Defender"=- "WindowsDefender"=- [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] "Windows Defender"=- "WindowsDefender"=- [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\wscsvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\wscsvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdBoot\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdBoot] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdFilter\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdFilter] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdNisDrv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdNisDrv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdNisSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WdNisSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinDefend\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinDefend] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\SecurityHealthService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\SecurityHealthService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\wscsvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\wscsvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdBoot\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdBoot] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdFilter\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdFilter] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdNisDrv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdNisDrv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdNisSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WdNisSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WinDefend\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\WinDefend] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\SecurityHealthService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Services\SecurityHealthService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\wscsvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\wscsvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdBoot\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdBoot] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdFilter\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdFilter] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdNisDrv\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdNisDrv] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdNisSvc\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WdNisSvc] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WinDefend\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\WinDefend] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\SecurityHealthService\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Services\SecurityHealthService] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF/disable Narrator [Narrator.exe], prevent it from starting before/after sign-in/log in, quick start, keyboard shortcuts + online services in Windows 7/newer: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/88188-turn-off-narrator-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/113745-turn-off-start-narrator-after-sign-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/120822-turn-off-narrator-caps-lock-warnings-while-typing-windows-10-a.html http://www.winaero.com/disable-narrator-home-in-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/download-start-narrator-before-sign-in/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-narrator-keyboard-shortcut-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-narrator-quickstart-guide-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/start-narrator-before-sign-windows-10/ http://www.howtoedge.com/disable-online-services-for-narrator-in-windows-10/ http://www.pcerror-fix.com/complete-steps-to-disable-and-enable-narrator-in-windows-10/ http://www.techjunkie.com/turn-off-narrator/ Narrator [NARRATOR.EXE] is located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [where %WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. - Windows 10/11 users: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:easeofaccess-narrator -> press Enter -> Narrator settings -> turn OFF/ON or tweak the ones you want: http://support.microsoft.com/help/22798/ - Windows 7/8/8.1 users: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/narrator-in-windows-8-7/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Narrator\NoRoam] "CapsLockAlert"=dword:2 "OnlineServicesEnabled"=dword:0 "WinEnterLaunchEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\NoRoam] "CapsLockAlert"=dword:2 "OnlineServicesEnabled"=dword:0 "WinEnterLaunchEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\NoRoam] "CapsLockAlert"=dword:2 "WinEnterLaunchEnabled"=dword:0 "OnlineServicesEnabled"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Accessibility] "Configuration"="" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Accessibility] "Configuration"="" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Accessibility] "Configuration"="" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Narrator\NarratorHome] "AutoStart"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\NarratorHome] "AutoStart"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\NarratorHome] "AutoStart"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Narrator\QuickStart] "SkipQuickStart"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\QuickStart] "SkipQuickStart"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Narrator\QuickStart] "SkipQuickStart"=dword:1 ; * Turn OFF Narrator -> remove semicolon + space [; ] in front of next 2 lines: ; [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\Narrator.exe] ; "Debugger"="systray.exe" ; * Turn ON Narrator -> remove semicolon + space [; ] in front of next line: ; [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\Narrator.exe] ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF + uninstall Miracast Connect Receiver (Connect app) + Project to this PC in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/49088-change-when-ask-project-pc-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/49466-enable-disable-projecting-pc-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/157692-install-uninstall-connect-wireless-display-feature-windows-10-a.html TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\MiracastReceiver] "ConsentToast"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Connect] "AllowProjectionToPC"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Uninstall Miracast Connect Receiver (Connect app) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: DISM.EXE /Online /Remove-Capability /CapabilityName:App.WirelessDisplay.Connect~~~~0.0.1.0 * Turn OFF annoying/undesirable/unnecessary/useless/unwanted/behind-your-back/without-your-consent Windows 10/11 built-in system/user/"special" folders from Desktop, Explorer, This PC + independent/3rd party similar tools: http://www.techspot.com/guides/1703-remove-3d-objects-shortcut-windows-file-explorer/ http://superuser.com/questions/1506090/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/shell/knownfolderid/ List of system, user + special folders registry values [some are unique to specific Windows NTx editions]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special_folder Desktop {B4BFCC3A-DB2C-424C-B029-7FE99A87C641} This PC {0AC0837C-BBF8-452A-850D-79D08E667CA7} Downloads {374DE290-123F-4565-9164-39C4925E467B} Documents {FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7} Local Downloads {7d83ee9b-2244-4e70-b1f5-5393042af1e4} 3D Objects {31C0DD25-9439-4F12-BF41-7FF4EDA38722} My Music {4BD8D571-6D19-48D3-BE97-422220080E43} Local Pictures {0ddd015d-b06c-45d5-8c4c-f59713854639} My Pictures {33E28130-4E1E-4676-835A-98395C3BC3BB} Local Music {a0c69a99-21c8-4671-8703-7934162fcf1d} My Video {18989B1D-99B5-455B-841C-AB7C74E4DDFC} Personal {FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7} Local Documents {f42ee2d3-909f-4907-8871-4c22fc0bf756} Local Videos {35286a68-3c57-41a1-bbb1-0eae73d76c95} TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; 3D Objects: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] ; Documents: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{d3162b92-9365-467a-956b-92703aca08af}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{d3162b92-9365-467a-956b-92703aca08af}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{d3162b92-9365-467a-956b-92703aca08af}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{d3162b92-9365-467a-956b-92703aca08af}] ; Downloads: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{088e3905-0323-4b02-9826-5d99428e115f}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{088e3905-0323-4b02-9826-5d99428e115f}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{088e3905-0323-4b02-9826-5d99428e115f}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{088e3905-0323-4b02-9826-5d99428e115f}] ; Libraries: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\WOW6432Node\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\WOW6432Node\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] [-HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] [-HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}] ; Music: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{3dfdf296-dbec-4fb4-81d1-6a3438bcf4de}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{3dfdf296-dbec-4fb4-81d1-6a3438bcf4de}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{3dfdf296-dbec-4fb4-81d1-6a3438bcf4de}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{3dfdf296-dbec-4fb4-81d1-6a3438bcf4de}] ; OneDrive: [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Wow6432Node\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Wow6432Node\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] ; Pictures: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{24ad3ad4-a569-4530-98e1-ab02f9417aa8}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{24ad3ad4-a569-4530-98e1-ab02f9417aa8}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{24ad3ad4-a569-4530-98e1-ab02f9417aa8}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{24ad3ad4-a569-4530-98e1-ab02f9417aa8}] ; Videos: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{f86fa3ab-70d2-4fc7-9c99-fcbf05467f3a}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{f86fa3ab-70d2-4fc7-9c99-fcbf05467f3a}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{f86fa3ab-70d2-4fc7-9c99-fcbf05467f3a}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{f86fa3ab-70d2-4fc7-9c99-fcbf05467f3a}] ; 0 / 1 Enumeration: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\AllowedEnumeration] "{0AC0837C-BBF8-452A-850D-79D08E667CA7}"=dword:1 "{B4BFCC3A-DB2C-424C-B029-7FE99A87C641}"=dword:1 "{374DE290-123F-4565-9164-39C4925E467B}"=dword:1 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{7d83ee9b-2244-4e70-b1f5-5393042af1e4}"=dword:0 "{31C0DD25-9439-4F12-BF41-7FF4EDA38722}"=dword:0 "{4BD8D571-6D19-48D3-BE97-422220080E43}"=dword:0 "{0ddd015d-b06c-45d5-8c4c-f59713854639}"=dword:0 "{33E28130-4E1E-4676-835A-98395C3BC3BB}"=dword:0 "{a0c69a99-21c8-4671-8703-7934162fcf1d}"=dword:0 "{18989B1D-99B5-455B-841C-AB7C74E4DDFC}"=dword:0 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{f42ee2d3-909f-4907-8871-4c22fc0bf756}"=dword:0 "{35286a68-3c57-41a1-bbb1-0eae73d76c95}"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\AllowedEnumeration] "{0AC0837C-BBF8-452A-850D-79D08E667CA7}"=dword:1 "{B4BFCC3A-DB2C-424C-B029-7FE99A87C641}"=dword:1 "{374DE290-123F-4565-9164-39C4925E467B}"=dword:1 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{7d83ee9b-2244-4e70-b1f5-5393042af1e4}"=dword:0 "{31C0DD25-9439-4F12-BF41-7FF4EDA38722}"=dword:0 "{4BD8D571-6D19-48D3-BE97-422220080E43}"=dword:0 "{0ddd015d-b06c-45d5-8c4c-f59713854639}"=dword:0 "{33E28130-4E1E-4676-835A-98395C3BC3BB}"=dword:0 "{a0c69a99-21c8-4671-8703-7934162fcf1d}"=dword:0 "{18989B1D-99B5-455B-841C-AB7C74E4DDFC}"=dword:0 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{f42ee2d3-909f-4907-8871-4c22fc0bf756}"=dword:0 "{35286a68-3c57-41a1-bbb1-0eae73d76c95}"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\AllowedEnumeration] "{0AC0837C-BBF8-452A-850D-79D08E667CA7}"=dword:1 "{B4BFCC3A-DB2C-424C-B029-7FE99A87C641}"=dword:1 "{374DE290-123F-4565-9164-39C4925E467B}"=dword:1 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{7d83ee9b-2244-4e70-b1f5-5393042af1e4}"=dword:0 "{31C0DD25-9439-4F12-BF41-7FF4EDA38722}"=dword:0 "{4BD8D571-6D19-48D3-BE97-422220080E43}"=dword:0 "{0ddd015d-b06c-45d5-8c4c-f59713854639}"=dword:0 "{33E28130-4E1E-4676-835A-98395C3BC3BB}"=dword:0 "{a0c69a99-21c8-4671-8703-7934162fcf1d}"=dword:0 "{18989B1D-99B5-455B-841C-AB7C74E4DDFC}"=dword:0 "{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}"=dword:0 "{f42ee2d3-909f-4907-8871-4c22fc0bf756}"=dword:0 "{35286a68-3c57-41a1-bbb1-0eae73d76c95}"=dword:0 ; Hide / Show Policy: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{B4BFCC3A-DB2C-424C-B029-7FE99A87C641}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Show" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{0AC0837C-BBF8-452A-850D-79D08E667CA7}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Show" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{374DE290-123F-4565-9164-39C4925E467B}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Show" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{7d83ee9b-2244-4e70-b1f5-5393042af1e4}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{31C0DD25-9439-4F12-BF41-7FF4EDA38722}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{4BD8D571-6D19-48D3-BE97-422220080E43}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{0ddd015d-b06c-45d5-8c4c-f59713854639}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{33E28130-4E1E-4676-835A-98395C3BC3BB}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{a0c69a99-21c8-4671-8703-7934162fcf1d}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{18989B1D-99B5-455B-841C-AB7C74E4DDFC}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{FDD39AD0-238F-46AF-ADB4-6C85480369C7}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{f42ee2d3-909f-4907-8871-4c22fc0bf756}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{35286a68-3c57-41a1-bbb1-0eae73d76c95}\PropertyBag] "ThisPCPolicy"="Hide" ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Sync (Synchronization) settings if not using a Microsoft Azure/Bing/Hotmail/Live/MSN/Outlook/Windows Mail/WIP account, OneDrive/SkyDrive network/remote cloud storage membership/service/subscription + connected/linked/networked/shared computer(s)/device(s): http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4077-turn-off-sync-settings-microsoft-account-windows-10-a.html http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/117903-enable-disable-syncing-theme-windows-10-sync-your-settings.html Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:sync -> press Enter -> Sync settings -> turn OFF all individual Sync settings -> turn OFF all global Sync settings. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\SettingSync] "DisablePersonalizationSettingSync"=dword:2 "DisablePersonalizationSettingSyncUserOverride"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync] "EnableQuotaFailureDialog"=dword:0 "ReducePrivileges"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\Accessibility] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\AppSync] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\Credentials] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\Language] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\PackageState] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\Personalization] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SettingSync\Groups\Windows] "EnableOnUpgrade"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF/disable/uninstall OneDrive/SkyDrive in Windows 10/11: http://account.cloud.ppi.net/knowledgebase/109/Turn-off-disable-or-uninstall-OneDrive.html http://thegeekpage.com/disable-onedrive/ http://www.howtogeek.com/224798/ http://www.reddit.com/r/windows/comments/3f6gsl/ http://web.archive.org/web/20190420050553/http://gist.github.com/CHEF-KOCH/ca8fbf6bb7f6fa7bab06/ IMPORTANT: 1st backup all files, folders + registry settings below if you plan to use OneDrive/SkyDrive in the future. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END SET x86="%SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\OneDriveSetup.exe" SET x64="%SystemRoot%\SysWOW64\OneDriveSetup.exe" TASKKILL.EXE /IM OneDrive.exe /T /F PING.EXE 127.0.0.1 -n 5 IF EXIST %x64% ( %x64% /uninstall ) else ( %x86% /uninstall ) PING.EXE 127.0.0.1 -n 5 RD "%UserProfile%\OneDrive" /Q /S RD "C:\OneDriveTemp" /Q /S RD "%LocalAppData%\Microsoft\OneDrive" /Q /S RD "%ProgramData%\Microsoft OneDrive" /Q /S :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\OneDrive] "DisableFileSync"=dword:1 "DisableFileSyncNGSC"=dword:1 ; 3D Objects: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MyComputer\NameSpace\{0DB7E03F-FC29-4DC6-9020-FF41B59E513A}] ; OneDrive: [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Wow6432Node\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] "System.IsPinnedToNameSpaceTree"=dword:0 [-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] ; Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) only: [-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Wow6432Node\CLSID\{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}] ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON/enable Check Boxes item selection in Explorer to be able to select all/highlighted/multiple files + (sub)folders in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/20616-turn-off-select-items-using-check-boxes-windows-10-a.html http://www.dummies.com/computers/operating-systems/windows-10/how-to-use-check-boxes-to-select-files-in-windows-10/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-explorer-disable-checkbox/ Explorer -> upper right hand corner down arrow -> Expand the Ribbon [hold Ctrl + press F1] -> View tab -> Select Tiles -> check "Item check boxes" box. OR: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: RUNDLL32.EXE SHELL32.DLL,Options_RunDLL 7 OR: Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Control Panel (CP); OR: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: CONTROL.EXE folders -> press Enter -> File Explorer Options -> View tab -> Advanced settings: -> check "Use check boxes to select items" box. Control Panel executable [CONTROL.EXE] is located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. View all directories/folders listed in your system PATH from a DOS console command prompt (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\CMD.EXE): right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PATH OR: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "AutoCheckSelect"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "AutoCheckSelect"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "AutoCheckSelect"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF/uninstall/remove/disable Windows Store app/automatic updates if not using/planning to use Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/127437-enable-disable-microsoft-store-apps-windows-10-a.html http://blog.techinline.com/2019/03/19/how-to-disable-or-uninstall-windows-store-in-windows-10/ http://www.urtech.ca/2015/09/solved-how-to-disable-the-store-app-in-windows-10/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/disable-automatic-microsoft-store-updates/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Windows_Platform_apps Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage *windowsstore* | Remove-AppXPackage TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsStore] "DisableStoreApps"=dword:1 "RemoveWindowsStore"=dword:1 "AutoDownload"=dword:2 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF/disable Remote Assistance, Remote (Auto) Connection Manager, Remote Registry, Remote Management (WinRM) + uninstall Quick Assist in Windows 10/11: http://www.windowscentral.com/how-disable-remote-assistance-windows-10/ http://www.curatrix.co.uk/windows-quick-assist/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/116749-enable-disable-remote-assistance-connections-windows.html http://www.winaero.com/disable-remote-assistance-windows-10/ http://4sysops.com/archives/remote-control-windows-10-with-quick-assist/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quick_Assist Quick Assist [quickassist.exe]is located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. Run Quick Assist: hold Ctrl + WinKey + press Q keyboard shortcut combo. Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: NETSH.EXE advfirewall firewall set rule group="Remote Assistance" new enable=no NETSH.EXE advfirewall firewall set rule group="Remote Administration" new enable=no NETSH.EXE advfirewall firewall set rule group="Remote Desktop" new enable=no NETSH.EXE advfirewall firewall set rule group="Remote Management" new enable=no NETSH.EXE advfirewall set allprofiles settings remotemanagement disable DISM.EXE /Online /Remove-Capability /CapabilityName:App.Support.QuickAssist~~~~0.0.1.0 2nd command above can be performed using PowerShell: right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Remove-WindowsCapability -online -name App.Support.QuickAssist~~~~0.0.1.0 See also "Windows (Defender) Firewall (WF) Tweaks + Tools" chapter -> "* Control/optimize/secure advanced Windows Firewall (WF) behavior using Network Shell (NetSh) [NETSH.EXE] DOS console command line tool in Windows 7/newer:" section in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT To completely turn OFF/disable all Windows Remote Assistance, Administration, Desktop + Management services: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP RasAuto SC.EXE CONFIG RasAuto START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP RasMan SC.EXE CONFIG RasMan START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP RemoteRegistry SC.EXE CONFIG RemoteRegistry START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP RemoteAccess SC.EXE CONFIG RemoteAccess START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP WinRM SC.EXE CONFIG WinRM START= disabled REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RasAuto" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RasAuto" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RasAuto" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RasMan" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RasMan" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RasMan" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteRegistry" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RemoteRegistry" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RemoteRegistry" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteAccess" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RemoteAccess" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RemoteAccess" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinRM" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WinRM" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WinRM" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 4 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. To completely disable all Windows Remote Assistance, Administration, Desktop + Management registry settings: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; * Turn OFF remote administration/assistance/desktop/management: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 ; * Turn OFF remote administration/assistance/desktop/management services: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RasAuto] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RasAuto] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RasAuto] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RasMan] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RasMan] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RasMan] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteRegistry] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RemoteRegistry] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RemoteRegistry] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteAccess] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\RemoteAccess] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\RemoteAccess] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinRM] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\WinRM] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\WinRM] "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) [SharedAccess] service + internet/network connection shared control with other/remote user(s): http://www.its.hku.hk/faq/network/remote/disable-ics-win/ http://www.windowscentral.com/how-turn-your-windows-10-pc-wireless-hotspot/ http://getalltech.com/how-to-enable-disable-internet-connection-sharing-windows/ Start menu -> Control Panel (CP) -> Network and Sharing Center -> View your active networks -> Connections: -> (double-)click your active connection name link -> Properties button -> Sharing tab -> uncheck these 2 boxes: "Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection" + "Allow other network users to control or disable the shared Internet connection" -> click OK or press Enter. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\SharedAccess\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\SharedAccess] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\SharedAccess\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\SharedAccess] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "UserServiceFlags"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Network\SharedAccessConnection] "EnableControl"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\Network\SharedAccessConnection] "EnableControl"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\Network\SharedAccessConnection] "EnableControl"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. * Save/export + restore/import custom Power plan/scheme settings in Windows 10/11: http://www.winaero.com/save-power-plan-settings-text-file-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/export-import-power-plan-windows-10/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/design/device-experiences/powercfg-command-line-options/ http://technet.microsoft.com/library/cc748940.aspx http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powercfg http://www.ss64.com/nt/powercfg.html http://web.archive.org/web/20080212041212/http://xpregistry.uw.hu/xpr0035.html Perform all these operations from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line (examples): Save/export active Power scheme custom settings details to text file (example): POWERCFG.EXE /QH>C:\POWER_10\POWER_10.TXT Save/export active Power Scheme Global Unique ID (GUID) number to text file (example): POWERCFG.EXE /L>C:\POWER_10\POWER_10_GUID.TXT Export/save active Power scheme custom settings to binary file [replace GUID_# below with your actual GUID_# number from POWER_10_GUID.TXT text file above] (example): POWERCFG.EXE /EXPORT "C:\POWER_10\POWER_10.POW" GUID_# Import/restore Power scheme custom settings from POWER_10.POW binary file above: POWERCFG.EXE /IMPORT "C:\POWER_10\POWER_10.POW" Power Configuration (PowerCfg) [POWERCFG.EXE] is located in the %WinDir% folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. * Turn ON large Taskbar buttons/icons, Network Taskbar icon, Network Taskbar icon Network flyout + Turn OFF Network Taskbar icon yellow exclamation sign warnings in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/25233-use-large-small-taskbar-buttons-windows-10-a.html http://www.winaero.com/enable-small-taskbar-buttons-windows-10/ http://www.quora.com/How-can-I-use-regedit-to-make-the-taskbar-icons-small-Im-using-unactivated-Windows-10/ http://windowsreport.com/windows-10-taskbar-button-width/ http://superuser.com/questions/1201848/ http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.TaskBar2::HideSCANetwork http://www.winaero.com/disable-the-yellow-warning-sign-from-the-network-icon-in-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/change-network-icon-click-action-in-windows-10/ http://www.onmsft.com/how-to/how-fix-network-selector-and-bring-back-flyout-windows-10-build-9869/ "ReplaceVan" DWORD [REG_DWORD] numeric values (see below): 0 = Network flyout [default]; 1 = Network settings [classic = Windows 8 style]; 2 = Network drop down [sidebar]. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SideBySide] "PreferExternalManifest"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideSCANetwork"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideSCANetwork"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "HideSCANetwork"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Network Connections] "NC_DoNotShowLocalOnlyIcon"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Control Panel\Settings\Network] "ReplaceVan"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Repair Storage service [StorSvc] in Windows 10/11: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/storage-service-in-services-is-always-set-to/a8d9fdeb-75f5-45bf-92e6-45729db08193/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/storsvc/ Reinstall preinstalled/default Store apps by using 1 of these methods, or all 3 if needed: 1. Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} 2. Download reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip archive ZIP (.zip) file http://download.microsoft.com/download/5/F/0/5F04003A-035E-4A0F-9662-43E32C546F6C/reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip -> install 7-Zip unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool (free GPL): http://www.7-zip.org/ -> Explorer -> right-click reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip -> select 7-Zip -> select Open archive -> extract reinstall-preinstalledApps.ps1 PowerShell PS1 (.ps1) script file -> right-click on reinstall-preinstalledApps.ps1 -> Run as Administrator -> restart/reboot if prompted. 3. Download Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab CAB (.cab) archive file http://web.archive.org/web/20201111182535if_/https://download.microsoft.com/download/F/2/4/F24D0C03-4181-4E5B-A23B-5C3A6B5974E3/Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab -> right-click on Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab -> Run as Administrator -> follow steps to repair/reinstall apps -> restart/reboot if prompted. Set Storage service [StorSvc] to Manual (on demand: will be started by an app/program/service when needed): TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\StorSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\StorSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\StorSvc" /v Start /t REG_DWORD /d 3 /f :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ OR: -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END ECHO Y|NET.EXE START StorSvc SC.EXE CONFIG StorSvc START= demand :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ OR: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\StorSvc] "Start"=dword:3 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\StorSvc] "Start"=dword:3 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\StorSvc] "Start"=dword:3 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Repair/customize/force Windows 7/newer to remember (cache) + store up to 20000 (maximum allowed for all Windows Vista/newer editions) Folders View instances on Desktop, in Explorer, Start Menu + everywhere in the Shell GUI (Graphical User Interface): http://www.kapilarya.com/fix-windows-10-wont-remember-folder-view-settings/ http://www.tenforums.com/windows-10-news/170119-how-increase-folder-view-settings-cache-memory-size-windows.html http://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-7-forgets-folder-view-settings/ http://mspx.kapilarya.com/FIX-Windows-10-Wont-Remember-Folder-View-Settings.png Windows 10/11 users: Explorer -> go to any folder located on 1 of your drives/partitions/volumes (if more than 1) -> select desired option: Extra Large Icons Large Icons Medium Icons Small Icons List Details Tiles Content -> View -> Options -> Change folder and search options -> View tab -> click "Apply to Folders" button -> Apply/OK -> repeat steps above for all your drives/partitions/volumes (if more than 1). TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; "BagMRU Size" DWORD [REG_DWORD] hexadecimal (binary) value corresponds to 20000 (decimal) cached Folder View instances: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\BagMRU] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\BagMRU] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Shell\BagMRU] "BagMRU Size"=dword:00004e20 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Restore corrupted registry + system settings in Windows 10/11: http://thegeekpage.com/fix-corrupted-registry-in-windows-10-solved/ http://windowsreport.com/windows-10-registry-permissions/ http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/edit-registry-offline-windows-re/ CAUTION: ******** Use this method ONLY if Windows exhibits major/serious errors, and ONLY if ALL other methods did not work! Restore the registry to default values from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: DISM.EXE /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth * FIX: (Re)Set/(re)install/repair Windows 10/11 from the blue (pre-)Login Screen, before logging in into Windows: http://support.microsoft.com/windows/reset-or-reinstall-windows-10-cd352bd8-4cb6-411a-f2f5-1814bd8d453c http://www.theverge.com/21264104/windows-10-reset-os-reboot-troubleshoot-microsoft/ http://www.support.com/how-to/how-to-fix-a-windows-pc-that-keeps-rebooting-12992/ http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/how-to-reset-windows-10-from-the-login-screen/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/reset-windows-10/ http://www.helpdeskgeek.com/windows-10/how-to-factory-reset-windows-10-without-the-admin-password/ http://www.top-password.com/blog/how-to-reset-windows-10-without-logging-in/ http://www.winhelp.us/repair-your-computer-in-windows-10.html http://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2016/06/how-to-do-repair-install-using-windows.html http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/repair-windows-10/ http://answers.microsoft.com/windows/forum/windows_10/how-to-perform-a-clean-install-using-reset-this-pc/6f6335fc-8d15-4598-af16-033d1d8c16bf/ http://devblogs.microsoft.com/oldnewthing/20161206-00/?p=94865 http://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1013064/ http://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1044563/ http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/3-ways-to-reset-the-forgotten-windows-administrator-password/ http://www.mydigitallife.net/install-windows-10-windows-8-1-local-account-bypass-microsoft-account-sign/ PCs/laptops/netbooks/notebooks/portables/tablets/devices with pre-installed Windows 10/11 OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) editions can be reset to factory defaults from the manufacturer/vendor hidden partition which contains a pre-installed Windows OS image [refer to your specific vendor documentation/guidelines for details]: login screen -> Power button -> hold Shift + click Restart button -> Troubleshoot button -> Reset this PC button -> Keep my files button -> this reinstalls Windows 10/11, resets all system settings to their defaults, and keeps all your files/folders + some user settings, desktop icons, and some of your custom system/software settings +/- changes -> restart/reboot normal. In case this doesn't work, or if you have been locked out of your computer -> Power button -> F9 or F12 (depending on your computer/portable brand + model) -> BIOS Setup -> Boot tab/screen -> Windows Boot Manager button/item -> Enter -> Recovery -> See advanced repair options button -> Troubleshoot button -> Reset this PC button -> Keep my files button -> reinstall Windows 10/11 (see above) -> restart/reboot normal. Afterwards you may need to customize (some of) your system/user/software settings, and reinstall your 3rd party/custom/favorite programs/apps/drivers/items, and eventually customize (some of) them again. But in the end these are minor inconveniences compared to having to reinstall and reconfigure your Windows OS (Operating System) from scratch. ;-/ * FIX: Repair Windows Settings (WS) a.k.a. Immersive Control Panel (ICP) a.k.a. native Control Panel (CP) errors: http://windowsreport.com/problems-settings-feature-windows-10/ http://www.windowsphoneinfo.com/threads/immersive-control-panel-error.288207/ http://forums.mydigitallife.net/threads/discussion-windows-10-enterprise-n-ltsc-2019.76325/page-77 * FIX: Perform Windows 10 in-place upgrade: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/perform-windows-10-in-place-upgrade/ * FIX: Explorer (explorer.exe) blank message with Yellow Exclamation Mark on Startup: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/explorer-exe-blank-message-with-yellow-exclamation-mark/ * FIX: Fix Slow File Copy Speed in Windows 10: http://thegeekpage.com/fix-slow-file-copy-speed-in-windows-10/ * FIX: Fix Most Common Windows 10 Problems: http://www.securedyou.com/top-common-windows-10-problems-and-solutions/ * FIX: Repair 7 Windows 10 annoyances: http://www.zdnet.com/article/seven-windows-10-annoyances-and-how-to-fix-them/ * FIX: Block/stop Microsoft + Windows from spying on you behind your back using Windows Defender Firewall (WDF) custom firewall rules: http://www.winaero.com/blog/stop-windows-10-spying-on-you-using-just-windows-firewall/ File: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1839 1. Use an unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool [free(ware)] http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ZIP to open "block_telemetry.zip" archive and extract "add rules.cmd" + "rules.ps1" into the same dedicated/empty directory/folder. 2. Open Explorer/similar/replacement -> right-click "add rules.cmd" -> Run as Administrator -> wait for all WDF rules to be created -> exit CoMmanD (.cmd) script file. 3. Done. * FIX: MDGx list of all Windows Defender Firewall (WDF) Inbound + Outbound Core Networking rules [Allowed + Blocked] for improved efficiency, performance, and increased privacy, safety + security on my tweaked Windows 10 gaming laptop (examples): Here are my WDF Core Networking rules set to "Allow the connection", both Inbound + Outbound: - Inbound [set to "Allow the connection"]: http://www.mdgx.com/Win10_FW_Inbound_rules.jpg Core Networking - IPv6 (IPv6-In) Core Networking - IPHTTPS (TCP-In) Core Networking - Teredo (UDP-In) Core Networking - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for IPv6(DHCPV6-In) Core Networking - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP-In) Core Networking - Destination Unreachable Fragmentation Needed (ICMPv4-In) Core Networking - Parameter Problem (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Time Exceeded (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Packet Too Big (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Destination Unreachable (ICMPv6-In) - Outbound [set to "Allow the connection"]: http://www.mdgx.com/Win10_FW_Outbound_rules.jpg Core Networking - DNS (UDP-Out) Core Networking - Group Policy (TCP-Out) Core Networking - Group Policy (NP-Out) Core Networking - IPv6 (IPv6-Out) Core Networking - IPHTTPS (TCP-Out) Core Networking - Teredo (UDP-Out) Core Networking - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for IPv6(DHCPV6-Out) Core Networking - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP-Out) Core Networking - Parameter Problem (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Time Exceeded (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Packet Too Big (ICMPv6-Out) I have set all other WDF Core Networking rules to "Block the connection", both Inbound + Outbound: - Inbound [set to "Block the connection"]: Core Networking - Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP-In) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Done (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Report v2 (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Report (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Query (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Router Solicitation (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Router Advertisement (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Neighbor Discovery Advertisement (ICMPv6-In) Core Networking - Neighbor Discovery Solicitation (ICMPv6-In) - Outbound [set to "Block the connection"]: Core Networking - Group Policy (LSASS-Out) Core Networking - Group Policy (TCP-Out) Core Networking - Group Policy (NP-Out) Core Networking - Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP-Out) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Done (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Report v2 (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Report (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Multicast Listener Query (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Router Solicitation (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Router Advertisement (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Neighbor Discovery Advertisement (ICMPv6-Out) Core Networking - Neighbor Discovery Solicitation (ICMPv6-Out) MDGx tweaked Windows 10 gaming laptop specs: http://www.mdgx.com/pc.htm#LAP NOTE: These examples apply strictly to my customized computer, operating system, hardware + software requirements, needs + preferences. You can create a list with all "Core Networking" rules in a plain text/ASCII file: from a DOS console command prompt -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command (example): NETSH.EXE advfirewall firewall show rule name=all | FIND.EXE /I "Core Networking -">%TEMP%\Win10_FW_Core_Networking_rules.txt -> press Enter. In this example Win10_FW_Core_Networking_rules.txt is saved in your Temp(orary) [%TEMP%] directory/folder, usually %UserProfile%\AppData\Local\Temp OR: %AppData%\Local\Temp in Windows Vista/newer, where %UserProfile% = your actual user name. View your default/preset (unless you changed it) system Temp(orary) [%TEMP%] directory/folder location: from a DOS console command prompt (%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\CMD.EXE) right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: PATH Scroll down to these 2 environment variables (generic example): TEMP=C:\Users\Your_Name\AppData\Local\Temp TMP=C:\Users\Your_Name\AppData\Local\Temp Your_Name is replaced with your actual user name. Network Shell (NetSh) [NETSH.EXE] + FIND.EXE are both located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. See also MDGx "Windows (Defender) Firewall (WF) Tweaks + Tools" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT * FIX: Replace Explorer Breadcrumbs Bar with Full Path Address Bar in Windows 10: http://www.winaero.com/show-full-path-address-bar-windows-10-file-explorer/ * FIX: Backup/repair/reinstall/restart/reset/reregister Start Menu (Layout) + Taskbar, interconnected/interdependent/interrelated apps + critical errors in Windows 10: Start Menu Experience Host [StartMenuExperienceHost.exe] + Shell Experience Host [ShellExperienceHost.exe]: http://superuser.com/questions/955139/ http://superuser.com/questions/1106996/ http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-performance-winpc/howto-reinstall-shellexperiencehost-and/da04d448-bb46-40b1-85db-0fee8cdc915c/ http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/start-and-taskbar-stuck-windows-10-fix-shellexperiencehost/ http://www.kapilarya.com/re-register-start-menu-windows-10/ http://davejsteele.wordpress.com/2016/06/27/windows-10-start-menu-tool/ http://www.apeswithcomputers.com/article/start-menu-or-applications-wont-launch/ http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/start-and-taskbar-stuck-windows-10-fix-shellexperiencehost/ http://www.winosbite.com/what-is-startmenuexperiencehost-exe/ http://thewindowscentral.com/windows-shell-experience-host-high-cpu-usage/ http://www.winaero.com/backup-restore-start-menu-layout-windows-10/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/how_to_backup_and_restore_the_start_menu_in_windows_10.html http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/backup-start-menu-layout-windows-10/ http://www.top-password.com/blog/tag/restore-start-menu-windows-10/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/system-tray-icons-do-not-work-in-windows-10/ Winaero Tweaker 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 [select Portable at install time!]: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ Download: http://www.winaero.com/download-winaero-tweaker/ Winaero Tweaker Features: http://www.winaero.com/the-list-of-winaero-tweaker-features/ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: Get-AppXPackage Microsoft.Windows.StartMenuExperienceHost | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} Get-AppXPackage Microsoft.Windows.ShellExperienceHost | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} Get-AppXPackage -all *shellexperience* -packagetype bundle |% {add-AppXPackage -register -DisableDevelopmentMode ($_.installlocation + "\appxmetadata\appxbundlemanifest.xml")} Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} Download reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip archive ZIP (.zip) file http://download.microsoft.com/download/5/F/0/5F04003A-035E-4A0F-9662-43E32C546F6C/reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip -> install 7-Zip unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool (free GPL): http://www.7-zip.org/ -> Explorer -> right-click reinstall-preinstalledApps.zip -> select 7-Zip -> select Open archive -> extract reinstall-preinstalledApps.ps1 PowerShell PS1 (.ps1) script file -> right-click on reinstall-preinstalledApps.ps1 -> Run as Administrator -> restart/reboot if prompted. Download Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab CAB (.cab) archive file http://web.archive.org/web/20201111182535if_/https://download.microsoft.com/download/F/2/4/F24D0C03-4181-4E5B-A23B-5C3A6B5974E3/Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab -> right-click on Appsdiagnostic10.diagcab -> Run as Administrator -> follow steps to repair/reinstall apps -> restart/reboot if prompted. Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type: %WinDir%\SystemApps\Microsoft.Windows.StartMenuExperienceHost_cw5n1h2txyewy\StartMenuExperienceHost.exe %WinDir%\SystemApps\ShellExperienceHost_cw5n1h2txyewy\ShellExperienceHost.exe -> press Enter after each line. Backup + Restore TileDataLayer database (.edb) using a BATch file: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text BATch (.bat) or CoMmanD (.cmd) script file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the BAT (.bat) or CMD (.cmd) extension -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> wait for completion. I. Backup TileDataLayer database (.edb): -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TASKKILL.EXE /IM explorer.exe /F /T C: CD "C:\Users\%UserName%\AppData\Local\TileDataLayer\Database" SC.EXE STOP tiledatamodelsvc MD "%UserProfile%\Desktop\StartMenuBAK" COPY /Y *.* "%UserProfile%\Desktop\StartMenuBAK" DEL /F /Q *.* SC.EXE START tiledatamodelsvc explorer.exe :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ II. Restore TileDataLayer database (.edb): -----Begin cut & paste here----- @ECHO OFF IF NOT "%OS%"=="Windows_NT" GOTO END TASKKILL.EXE /IM explorer.exe /F /T C: CD "C:\Users\%UserName%\AppData\Local\TileDataLayer\Database" SC.EXE STOP tiledatamodelsvc COPY /Y "%UserProfile%\Desktop\StartMenuBAK\*.*" SC.EXE START tiledatamodelsvc explorer.exe :END EXIT ------End cut & paste here------ Backup TileDataLayer database (.edb) + related files + folders: http://www.exefiles.com/en/edb/vedatamodel-edb/ http://superuser.com/questions/1194556/ List of files + folders: %UserProfile%\AppData\Local\TileDataLayer\Database\vedatamodel.edb %WinDir%\ImmersiveControlPanel\Application.manifest %UserProfile%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\CloudStore %UserProfile%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Caches %UserProfile%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: MD "C:\StartLayoutBAK" Export-StartLayout -Path C:\StartLayoutBAK\start.xml Import-StartLayout -LayoutPath .\start.xml -MountPath C:\StartLayoutBAK http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/backup-start-menu-layout-windows-10/ Backup Start Menu Layout (BackupSML) 32-bit + 64-bit: http://www.sordum.org/10997/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/downloads.php?backup-start-menu-layout http://www.sordum.org/files/download/backup-start-menu-layout/BackupSML.zip StartTileBackup [Backup.bat + Restore.bat]: http://github.com/TurboLabIt/StartTileBackup/ File: http://github.com/TurboLabIt/StartTileBackup/releases/latest/ Troubleshoot Start Menu errors: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/configuration/start-layout-troubleshoot/ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: get-AppXPackage -Name Microsoft.Windows.ShellExperienceHost Start Menu issues with Tile Data Layer corruption: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/configuration/start-layout-troubleshoot/ Download tdlrecover.exe build that matches the Windows NTx operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) +/- 64-bit (x64)] you are using: http://www.pconlife.com/viewfileinfo/tdlrecover-exe/ Copy tdlrecover.exe to %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 (only if not present; do NOT overwrite it if present!) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter (using default folder names): COPY "%UserProfile%\Downloads\tdlrecover.exe" %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type: %WinDir%\SYSTEM32\tdlrecover.exe -reregister -resetlayout -resetcache -> press Enter. * FIX: Get back/restore Windows Help Viewer (WinHlp32), Windows Help (HLP) + Compiled HTML Help (CHM) functionality in Windows 10/11 -> see MDGx "Restore/Update HTML Help (.CHM) + Windows Help (.HLP) Guides, Fixes + Tools" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#HHU BUG: In Windows Vista/newer you canNOT use Windows Help files (*.CNT, *.HLP) because Microsoft removed Windows Help 32-bit (WinHlp32.exe) from these OSes. :-( FIX: Windows Help Viewer (WinHlp32) for Windows 10/11 restores Windows Help (HLP) + Compiled HTML Help (CHM) functionality: http://raxsoft.com/raxccm/software_app.php?progid=13 File: http://assets.raxsoft.com/bin/winhlp32/winhlp32.msi FYI: Windows 10/2016/2019/11/2022 MS Help (local) + Get Help (online) canNOT function without Edge web browser! :-( Registry fixes necessary to enable WinHlp32.exe macros, Intranet access + CHM (Compiled HTML Help) XML, XSL, CSS, JPG + PNG functionality: http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/87497-help-support-vista.html TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; WinHelp32 Macro FIX for Windows Vista/2008/7/8/8.1 32-bit (x86): [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\WinHelp] "AllowProgrammaticMacros"=dword:1 "AllowIntranetAccess"=dword:1 ; WinHelp32 Macro FIX for Windows Vista/2008/7/8/8.1 64-bit (x64): [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\WinHelp] "AllowProgrammaticMacros"=dword:1 "AllowIntranetAccess"=dword:1 ; HTML Help (CHM) FIX: XML, XSL, CSS, JPG + PNG for Windows Vista/2008/7/8/8.1: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.xml] @="xmlfile" "Content Type"="text/xml" "PerceivedType"="text" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.xml\PersistentHandler] @="{7E9D8D44-6926-426F-AA2B-217A819A5CCE}" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.xsl] @="xslfile" "Content Type"="text/xml" "PerceivedType"="text" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.xsl\PersistentHandler] @="{7E9D8D44-6926-426F-AA2B-217A819A5CCE}" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.css] @="CSSfile" "Content Type"="text/css" "PerceivedType"="text" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.css\PersistentHandler] @="{eec97550-47a9-11cf-b952-00aa0051fe20}" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.png] @="pngfile" "PerceivedType"="image" "Content Type"="image/png" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.png\PersistentHandler] @="{098f2470-bae0-11cd-b579-08002b30bfeb}" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.jpg] @="jpegfile" "Content Type"="image/jpeg" "PerceivedType"="image" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.jpg\OpenWithProgids] "jpegfile"="" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Classes\.jpg\PersistentHandler] @="{098f2470-bae0-11cd-b579-08002b30bfeb}" ; ------End cut & paste here------ Microsoft FixIt! WinHlp32.exe tools (English, right-click to save!): - Enable macros FixIt! after installing WinHlp32.exe [964 KB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/7/9/5/7955FD19-CE75-477A-A2BE-3B3E8BD20A04/MicrosoftFixit50105.msi - Unblock .HLP FixIt! after installing WinHlp32.exe [964 KB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/9/F/69FB8CEB-90AA-49EC-ADA5-09EF2A1ACB12/MicrosoftFixit50237.msi - Windows Update (WU) Error 80070422 .HLP FixIt! after installing WinHlp32.exe [1 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/3/5/0/35062C9F-980C-455D-9652-82A4B30888D2/MicrosoftFixit50776.msi * FIX: Customize Windows 10/11 Taskbar, a.k.a. (system) tray, a.k.a. notification area, transparency/translucency/opacity, appearance, arrangement, dimensions, skin, colors, icons, etc: http://appuals.com/how-to-make-taskbar-translucent-or-fully-transparent-in-windows-10/ http://softwarekeep.com/help-center/how-to-make-the-taskbar-transparent-in-windows-10/ http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-taskbar-customization/ http://www.makeuseof.com/customize-your-taskbar-with-taskbarx/ Taskbar tweakers (free, open source): - 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer adds Taskbar tray settings otherwise unavailable, beyond Windows capabilities, highly customizable [select Portable at install time!]: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker/ http://tweaker.ramensoftware.com/ File: http://ramensoftware.com/downloads/7tt_setup.exe 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Guide: http://www.winaero.com/get-a-classic-taskbar-in-windows-8-and-windows-7-that-works-like-xp/ 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Repository: http://github.com/m417z/7-Taskbar-Tweaker/ Windhawk tweak mods for Windows 11 Taskbar: http://ramensoftware.com/windhawk-mods-for-the-windows-11-taskbar/ BUG: 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) does NOT (yet) support NEWer Windows 11 Taskbar: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker-and-a-first-look-at-windows-11/ FIX: Restore classic Taskbar tray in Windows 11: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker-1-20-1-get-back-windows-10-start-menu-and-taskbar-in-windows-11/ 1. Install Winaero Tweaker: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ 2. Open/run/start Winaero Tweaker. 3. Go to: Windows 11 -> Classic Start Menu and Taskbar -> check "Enable Classic Taskbar and Start menu" box -> click "Sign out now" button. 4. Log on/sign in back into Windows 11 under same user name. 5. Open/run/start 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) -> customize/tweak settings according to your needs/preferences -> done. - TranslucentTB for Windows 10 makes Taskbar/toolbar tray 100% transparent or translucent, highly cutomizable: http://github.com/TranslucentTB/TranslucentTB/releases/latest/ Requires Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) 4.5/newer: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR Taskbar Transparency Guide: http://appuals.com/how-to-make-taskbar-translucent-or-fully-transparent-in-windows-10/ http://softwarekeep.com/help-center/how-to-make-the-taskbar-transparent-in-windows-10/ - TaskbarTools for Windows 10 tweaks Taskbar/toolbar tray on all desktops/monitors to any color + transparency level: http://github.com/Elestriel/TaskbarTools/releases/latest/ Requires Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) 4.5/newer: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR Taskbar Transparency Guide: http://appuals.com/how-to-make-taskbar-translucent-or-fully-transparent-in-windows-10/ http://softwarekeep.com/help-center/how-to-make-the-taskbar-transparent-in-windows-10/ - TaskbarX 32-bit + 64-bit customizes Windows 10 Taskbar/toolbar tray: http://chrisandriessen.nl/taskbarx Download: http://github.com/ChrisAnd1998/TaskbarX/releases/latest/ TaskbarX ReadMe: http://github.com/ChrisAnd1998/TaskbarX/ TaskbarX Guide: http://www.makeuseof.com/customize-your-taskbar-with-taskbarx/ Windows 10 Taskbar Customization: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-taskbar-customization/ - TaskbarCustomizer customizes Windows 10 Taskbar/toolbar tray: http://github.com/JustIntroverted/TaskbarCustomizer/ Download: http://github.com/JustIntroverted/TaskbarCustomizer/releases/latest/ Windows 10 Taskbar Customization: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-taskbar-customization/ - Open-Shell Start Menu + button/icon/logo/orb replacer 32-bit + 64-bit [Classic Shell fork]: http://open-shell.github.io/Open-Shell-Menu/ ReadMe: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/ Download: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/releases/ Open-Shell Guides: http://askleo.com/open-shell-regain-your-start-menu-in-windows-and-much-more/ http://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-open-shell-as-your-windows-10-start-menu/ * FIX: NVidia Control Panel Client Missing in Windows 10/11: http://www.securedyou.com/fix-nvidia-control-panel-missing-client-windows-solved/ http://thegeekpage.com/nvidia-control-panel-not-showing-in-windows-10/ * FIX: Windows 7/newer NVidia Control Panel optimal settings for laptops/notebooks/portables with dual GPUs (most likely DCH in Windows 10/11) [example: Intel (primary) + NVidia (secondary)] to avoid annoying apps/programs/games/savers/etc (especially web browsers, multimedia 3D/audio/video players/editors/managers, image viewers/editors/managers, games, screen savers) that sometimes (by default) select the wrong, built-in/integrated, least powerful (Power Saving) graphics processor (for example Intel) for software hungry for hardware resources, and sometimes reset/switch (between) different GPUs/video modes and reset the active display/monitor unexpectedly, blanking out/flickering the screen for a few seconds, especially in the middle of performing critical/essential/vital/important work: http://i.imgur.com/SZRQoe2.jpg http://www.howtogeek.com/351522/ http://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000178995/ http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht071102/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/optimize-nvidia-control-panel-best-settings-for-gaming-performance/ NVidia Declarative Componentized Hardware (DCH) [say that 10 times fast! ;-/] Graphic Drivers for Windows 10/11: http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4777/ Windows 10/11 users only: Right-click an empty spot on your Desktop -> select NVidia Control Panel (most likely DCH) or run Windows Settings (WS) http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10SET.HTM -> Display -> Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:display -> press Enter. All Windows 7/newer users -> go to: - 3D Settings -> Configure Surround, PhysX -> PhysX settings -> Processor: -> GeForce/Quadro/Titan GTX/RTX xxxx/Xyyyy -> Apply/OK. - 3D Settings -> Global Settings -> Preferred graphics processor: -> High-performance NVidia processor -> Apply/OK. - 3D Settings -> Program settings -> (1) Select a program to customize: -> browse to select a program/app/game/tool -> (2) Select the preferred graphics processor for this program: -> High-performance NVidia processor (if available or possible) -> Apply/OK. - Display -> Adjust Desktop Color Settings -> Content type reported to the display: -> Auto-select (recommended) -> Apply/OK. - Display -> Adjust Desktop Size and Position -> Size -> Select the desktop resize mode reported to the display: -> Auto-select (recommended) -> Apply/OK. - Display -> Change Resolution -> (3) Apply the following settings. -> check Use NVidia color settings box -> Desktop color depth: -> Highest (32-bit) -> Output color depth: -> 10 bpc (or highest avaiable) -> Output color format: -> RGB -> Output dynamic range: -> Full (0-255) -> Apply/OK. Run NVidia Control Panel (most likely DCH in Windows 10) app/executable/shortcut -> Multiple Displays -> press Detect button -> your monitor name + model/type should appear -> Advanced Display Settings -> Choose display -> Select a display to view or change the settings for it -> Display adapter properties for Display #1 [#2, etc, if more than 1] -> Monitor tab -> Monitor Settings -> Screen refresh rate: -> select highest refresh rate available for your monitor from the drop down list -> Apply/OK. 1st Things 1st: *************** Make sure you have already upgraded to the current/newest version available of the certified/official [not beta!] NVidia Graphics Driver supported by your NVidia graphics/video card/controller/GPU model/(sub)type and your installed Windows NTx operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) +/- 64-bit (x64)]: http://www.nvidia.com/download/find.aspx http://www.nvidia.com/download/index.aspx Only after that... Windows 10/11 users only: NVidia Control Panel (DCH) app for Windows 10/11 [free]: http://www.microsoft.com/p/nvidia-control-panel/9nf8h0h7wmlt/ ms-windows-store://pdp?productId=9nf8h0h7wmlt http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/nvidia_control_panel.html Intel Graphics Driver (DCH) for Windows 10 [free]: http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000031572/programs/intel-corporation.html http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000031275/graphics.html Intel Driver & Support Assistant (DSA): http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/detect.html All Windows 7/newer users: NVidia Profile Inspector (NPI) forces use of High performance NVidia processor on dual GPU laptops/notebooks/portables for apps/games by modifying NVidia internal driver database profiles and accesses hidden/undocumented NVidia driver settings: http://www.guru3d.com/files-details/nvidia-profile-inspector-download.html http://github.com/Orbmu2k/nvidiaProfileInspector/ Download: http://github.com/Orbmu2k/nvidiaProfileInspector/releases/latest/ NVidia Profile Inspector (NPI) Wiki: http://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Nvidia_Profile_Inspector * FIX: NVidia graphics (DCH) Driver install failed + (re)install/update/upgrade NVidia graphics Driver in Windows 10/11: http://www.ghacks.net/2017/06/30/install-only-the-driver-for-nvidia-graphics-cards/ http://community.spiceworks.com/topic/2164760-driver-not-compatible-with-windows-10/ http://www.extremetech.com/gaming/309487-how-to-download-the-nvidia-control-panel-without-the-microsoft-store/ http://www.iobit.com/en/knowledge-how-to-fix-nvidia-driver-install-failed-and-update-nvidia-drivers-on-windows-10-152.php http://in.answers.acer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/38288/~/windows-10%3A-disable-signed-driver-enforcement/ NVidia Declarative Componentized Hardware (DCH) Graphic Drivers for Windows 10/11: http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4777/ To be able to [possibly, may or may not work ;-(] install NVidia (Standard) Driver [*not* DCH] in Windows 10/11: http://www.reddit.com/r/nvidia/comments/by2k6i/ 1. 1st you must UNinstall NVidia (DCH) Driver using 1 of these tools [freeware]: - Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU): http://www.guru3d.com/files-details/display-driver-uninstaller-download.html File: http://www.guru3d.com/files-get/display-driver-uninstaller-download,19.html OR: - NVCleanstall 32-bit + 64-bit: http://www.techpowerup.com/download/techpowerup-nvcleanstall/ 2. Make sure you have already upgraded to the current/newest version available of the certified/official [not beta] NVidia (Standard) Graphics Driver [*not* DCH!] supported by your NVidia graphics/video card/controller/GPU model/(sub)type and your installed Windows NTx operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) +/- 64-bit (x64)]: http://www.nvidia.com/download/find.aspx http://www.nvidia.com/download/index.aspx 3. Restart/reboot Windows for all changes to take effect. 4. Run NVidia Control Panel (Standard) executable/shortcut [included with NVidia (Standard) Driver] -> customize your graphics/desktop/3D/video/PhysX/program(s)/games/tools/etc settings. NOTE: If you wish to install NVidia (DCH) Driver... NVidia Control Panel (DCH) app for Windows 10/11 [free]: http://www.microsoft.com/p/nvidia-control-panel/9nf8h0h7wmlt/ ms-windows-store://pdp?productId=9nf8h0h7wmlt http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/nvidia_control_panel.html Make sure you have already upgraded to the current/newest version available of the certified/official [not beta!] NVidia Graphics Driver supported by your NVidia graphics/video card/controller/GPU model/(sub)type and your installed Windows NTx operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) +/- 64-bit (x64)]: http://www.nvidia.com/download/find.aspx http://www.nvidia.com/download/index.aspx Windows 10/11 (DCH) Drivers: http://www.majorgeeks.com/content/page/what_are_windows_dch_drivers.html MS DOCs: Windows 10 (DCH) Drivers: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/develop/dch-principles-best-practices/ * FIX: Force apps/programs/games/tools to use high performance NVidia GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) processor and play/render video/movie/CD/DVD/BD/UHD/etc multimedia file types properly on laptops/notebooks/portables with 2 GPUs [Intel + NVidia] in Windows 10/11. Example using Media Player Classic Home Cinema (MPC-HC) multimedia player [MPC-HC.exe 32-bit or MPC-HC64.exe 64-bit] installed by K-Lite Codec Pack (KLCP) Mega 32-bit or 64-bit: http://www.codecguide.com/faq_mpc.htm#item44 http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/103965-set-preferred-gpu-apps-windows-10-a.html K-Lite Codec Pack (KLCP) Mega [free(ware)]: http://www.codecguide.com/download_k-lite_codec_pack_mega.htm 1. MPC-HC(64) -> pause file playback (if any) -> right-click -> Options (O) -> Playback -> Output -> DirectShow Video [H/W] -> Enhanced Video Renderer (EVR) -> Apply/OK. http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/directshow/video-mixing-renderer-filter-9/ 2. MPC-HC(64) -> pause file playback (if any) -> click red LAV Video Decoder Taskbar icon -> Hardware Acceleration [H/W] -> Hardware Decoder to use: -> DXVA2 (DirectX Video Acceleration 2) (copy-back) -> Hardware Device to use: -> NVidia GeForce (GTX) xxxx (example) [*only* if your laptop/netbook/notebook/portable is using an external connected display/monitor/screen/TV as *primary* display!] -> check *all* Resolutions + Codecs boxes *except* DVD, MPEG-2 + VC-1 -> Apply/OK. http://anime.my/tutorials/watching-h264-videos-using-compute-unified-device-architecture-cuda/ madVR Tutorial: http://anime.my/tutorials/madvr/ Use NVIDIA Profile Inspector (NPI) -> modify Media Player Classic Home Cinema [MPC-HC(64).exe] profile: http://www.guru3d.com/files-details/nvidia-profile-inspector-download.html Enable application for Optimus = SHIM_RENDERING_MODE_ENABLE (0x00000001) 1. Copy under a different name or rename your default multimedia video/movie player associated with video/movie/CD/DVD/BD/UHD/etc file types, in this case Media Player Classic Home Cinema [MPC-HC] executable [MPC-HC.exe 32-bit or MPC-HC64.exe 64-bit] installed by K-Lite Codec Pack (KLCP) Mega 32-bit or 64-bit, http://www.codecguide.com/download_k-lite_codec_pack_mega.htm to something else (example using default KLCP install folders) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run 1 of the commands below depending on your Windows NTx edition: 64-bit (x64) or 32-bit (x86) -> press Enter (example): - Windows NTx 64-bit (x64): COPY /Y "C:\Program Files (x86)\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC64\mpc-hc64.exe" "C:\Program Files (x86)\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC64\MPC-HC64_NV.exe" - Windows NTx 32-bit (x86): COPY /Y "C:\Program Files\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC\mpc-hc.exe" "C:\Program Files\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC\MPC-HC_NV.exe" 2. Right-click an empty spot on your Desktop -> click NVidia Control Panel -> Manage 3D Settings -> Program Settings tab -> Add button -> Browse... button -> depending on your Windows NTx edition: 64-bit (x64) or 32-bit (x86) go to: - Windows NTx 64-bit (x64): C:\Program Files (x86)\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC64\MPC-HC64_NV.exe - Windows NTx 32-bit (x86): C:\Program Files\K-Lite Codec Pack\MPC-HC\MPC-HC_NV.exe -> double-click it -> under Select the preferred graphics processor for this program: -> select High-performance NVidia processor -> Apply/OK button. 3. Make this new MPC-HC(64) executable your new default multimedia player: associate it with your video/movie/CD/DVD/BD/UHD/etc file types from within MPC-HC(64) interface: pause file playback (if any) -> press O -> Options -> Player -> Formats -> File extensions -> check/uncheck the boxes corresponding to desired audio/video format(s) -> Apply/OK. * Tweak Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) registry parameters in case NVidia Graphics Driver crashes +/- freezes unexpectedly: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/display/tdr-registry-keys/ http://www.reddit.com/r/battlefield_4/comments/1xzzn4/ http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/registry-fix-for-videotimeoutdetectionandrecovery/deea25d5-d94a-47f8-a09f-be7ce56d5084/ http://www.pugetsystems.com/labs/hpc/Working-around-TDR-in-Windows-for-a-better-GPU-computing-experience-777/ http://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/windows-driver-docs/issues/1382/ http://developer.download.nvidia.com/NsightVisualStudio/2.2/Documentation/UserGuide/HTML/Content/Timeout_Detection_Recovery.htm http://forum.giga-byte.co.uk/index.php?topic=4547.0 http://www.windowsphoneinfo.com/threads/i-modified-some-registry-keys-to-make-graphics-card-optimization-without-hanging-on.153714/ 1st Things 1st: *************** Make sure you have already upgraded to the current/newest version available of the certified/official [not beta!] NVidia Graphics Driver supported by your NVidia graphics/video card/controller/GPU model/(sub)type and your installed Windows NTx operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) +/- 64-bit (x64)]: http://www.nvidia.com/download/find.aspx http://www.nvidia.com/download/index.aspx Only after that... TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers] "TdrLevel"=dword:0 "TdrDdiDelay"=dword:3c "TdrDebugMode"=dword:3 "TdrDelay"=dword:3c "TdrLimitTime"=dword:3c "TdrLimitCount"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers\BasicDisplay] "BasicDisplayUserNotified"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers\DCI] "Timeout"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers\TdrWatch] "TDR_RECOVERY"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\GraphicsDrivers] "TdrLevel"=dword:0 "TdrDdiDelay"=dword:3c "TdrDebugMode"=dword:3 "TdrDelay"=dword:3c "TdrLimitTime"=dword:3c "TdrLimitCount"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\GraphicsDrivers\BasicDisplay] "BasicDisplayUserNotified"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\GraphicsDrivers\DCI] "Timeout"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\GraphicsDrivers\TdrWatch] "TDR_RECOVERY"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\GraphicsDrivers] "TdrLevel"=dword:0 "TdrDdiDelay"=dword:3c "TdrDebugMode"=dword:3 "TdrDelay"=dword:3c "TdrLimitTime"=dword:3c "TdrLimitCount"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\GraphicsDrivers\BasicDisplay] "BasicDisplayUserNotified"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\GraphicsDrivers\DCI] "Timeout"=dword:3c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Control\GraphicsDrivers\TdrWatch] "TDR_RECOVERY"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * FIX: Repair JPEG files (.jpg, .jpeg) download as JFIF (.jfif) error in Windows 10: http://www.thinkmutoh.com/fix-for-windows-10-jpg-files-download-as-jfif/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\MIME\Database\Content Type\image/jpeg] "Extension"=".jpg" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\MIME\Database\Content Type\image/jpeg] "Extension"=".jpg" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Classes\MIME\Database\Content Type\image/jpeg] "Extension"=".jpg" ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Change Windows 10/11 Start button/icon/logo/orb using Open-Shell [Classic Shell fork] (free, open source): http://askleo.com/open-shell-regain-your-start-menu-in-windows-and-much-more/ Download: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/releases/ Custom Start button/icon/logo/orb Tutorial: http://coddec.github.io/Classic-Shell/www.classicshell.net/tutorials/buttontutorial.html Start Buttons/Orbs: http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewforum.php?f=18 http://www.deviantart.com/w1ck3dmatt/art/Mega-Orb-Pack-150-start-orbs-259940654/ http://www.door2windows.com/customization/start-buttons/ * Turn OFF Aero Snap [align (all) open window(s) with screen margins] + Aero Shake [minimize (all) open window(s)] Desktop features in Windows 7/newer: http://www.winaero.com/enable-or-disable-aero-shake-in-windows-10-with-these-methods/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-aero-snap-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-snapping-in-windows-10-but-keep-other-extended-window-management-options/ http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-aerosnap-in-windows-7/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:1 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:1 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="0" "WindowArrangementActive"="0" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="0" "WindowArrangementActive"="0" ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON Aero Snap [align (all) open window(s) with screen margins] + Aero Shake [minimize (all) open window(s)] Desktop features in Windows 7/newer: http://www.winaero.com/enable-or-disable-aero-shake-in-windows-10-with-these-methods/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-aero-snap-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/disable-snapping-in-windows-10-but-keep-other-extended-window-management-options/ http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-aerosnap-in-windows-7/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer] "NoWindowMinimizingShortcuts"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="1" "WindowArrangementActive"="1" [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "DockMoving"="1" "WindowArrangementActive"="1" ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Online Tips and Help for Windows Settings (WS) a.k.a. Immersive Control Panel (ICP) a.k.a. native Control Panel in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/99351-enable-disable-online-tips-help-settings-app-windows-10-a.html http://www.ghacks.net/2018/01/22/disable-online-tips-and-videos-in-the-windows-10-settings-app/ http://appuals.com/disable-online-tips-in-windows-settings-app/ http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.ControlPanel::AllowOnlineTips TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\PolicyManager\default\Settings\AllowOnlineTips] "value"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer] "AllowOnlineTips"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn ON Balloon/Info/Popup Tips, Taskbar Badges for buttons/icons, Taskbar Large Icons, Taskbar Animations, Hidden + Super Hidden files/folders + Show All Folders in Explorer/similar tools, Hidden File Extensions (*.ext) + turn OFF Aero Shake + Aero Snap to prevent annoying behind-your-back/out-of-the-blue/unexpected/unwanted aligning + minimizing of (all) open window(s) in Windows 7/newer: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/48186-taskbar-buttons-hide-show-badges-windows-10-a.html http://www.groovypost.com/howto/windows-8-7-disable-notification-balloons-taskbar/ http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/disable-all-notification-balloons-in-windows-vista/ http://www.heelpbook.net/2019/windows-10-disable-notifications-and-notifications-balloons/ http://www.technorms.com/24581/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4417-how-enable-disable-aero-shake-windows-10-a.html http://www.winaero.com/enable-or-disable-aero-shake-in-windows-10-with-these-methods/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/62842-hide-show-file-name-extensions-windows-10-a.html http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-7/disable-aero-shake-in-windows-7/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/7078-turn-off-show-all-folders-windows-10-navigation-pane.html http://www.winaero.com/navigation-pane-show-folders-windows-10/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/turn-on-off-show-all-folders-explorer-navigation-pane/ http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-reghacks.html Start -> Control Panel (CP) or Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type: control.exe -> press Enter -> File (Win10/11)/Windows (Win7/8/8.1) Explorer Options -> View tab -> check/uncheck the boxes corresponding to desired settings -> Apply/OK. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 "EnableBalloonTips"=dword:1 "IconsOnly"=dword:0 "ShowSuperHidden"=dword:1 "Hidden"=dword:1 "HideFileExt"=dword:0 "NavPaneShowAllFolders"=dword:1 "ShowInfoTip"=dword:1 "SuperHidden"=dword:1 "StartButtonBalloonTip"=dword:2 "TaskbarAnimations"=dword:1 "TaskbarBadges"=dword:1 "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 "EnableBalloonTips"=dword:1 "IconsOnly"=dword:0 "ShowSuperHidden"=dword:1 "Hidden"=dword:1 "HideFileExt"=dword:0 "NavPaneShowAllFolders"=dword:1 "ShowInfoTip"=dword:1 "SuperHidden"=dword:1 "StartButtonBalloonTip"=dword:2 "TaskbarAnimations"=dword:1 "TaskbarBadges"=dword:1 "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced] "DisallowShaking"=dword:1 "EnableBalloonTips"=dword:1 "IconsOnly"=dword:0 "ShowSuperHidden"=dword:1 "Hidden"=dword:1 "HideFileExt"=dword:0 "NavPaneShowAllFolders"=dword:1 "ShowInfoTip"=dword:1 "SuperHidden"=dword:1 "StartButtonBalloonTip"=dword:2 "TaskbarAnimations"=dword:1 "TaskbarBadges"=dword:1 "TaskbarSmallIcons"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Clipboard Experience, Sync + annoying Clipboard Warnings in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/110048-enable-disable-clipboard-sync-across-devices-windows-10-a.html http://pureinfotech.com/disable-clipboard-windows-10/ http://pureinfotech.com/sync-clipboard-across-devices-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/enable-disable-clipboard-history-windows-10/ Access Clipboard settings: Run... [hold WinKey + press R] -> type this command: ms-settings:clipboard -> press Enter -> Sync across devices [must be logged/signed in with Microsoft Azure/Bing/Hotmail/Live/MSN/Outlook/Windows Mail/WIP e-mail/membership/subscription/enrollment/developer/tester/VIP account!] -> check "Never automatically sync text that I copy" box -> turn OFF "Sync across devices" ON/OFF toggle switch. TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System] "AllowCrossDeviceClipboard"=dword:0 ; ------End cut & paste here------ NOTE: These settings do NOT apply to Microsoft/3rd party Office/Excel/Outlook/other apps/programs! * Turn OFF Mobile Hotspot activation [disable Turn on remotely] + Remote Assistance from another/remote computer/device in Windows 10: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/128415-enable-disable-turn-mobile-hotspot-remotely-windows-10-a.html http://www.winaero.com/enable-or-disable-turn-on-mobile-hotspot-remotely-in-windows-10/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 ; * Turn OFF remote assistance: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet001\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System\ControlSet002\Control\Remote Assistance] "CreateEncryptedOnlyTickets"=dword:1 "fAllowFullControl"=dword:0 "fAllowToGetHelp"=dword:0 "fEnableChatControl"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiry"=dword:0 "MaxTicketExpiryUnits"=dword:0 ; * Turn OFF remote mobile hotspot activation: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WcmSvc\Tethering] "RemoteStartupDisabled"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ See also "Tweaks, Hacks + Fixes... UNconventional, UNdocumented, UNcensored ;-/" section -> "* Turn OFF/disable Remote Assistance, Remote (Auto) Connection Manager, Remote Registry, Remote Management (WinRM) + uninstall Quick Assist in Windows 10/11:" topic further above: http://www.mdgx.com/10.php http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT * Turn ON Windows 10/11 Developer Mode to allow to install/use all safe/signed Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps from all sources, including those located on local/removable/remote media/storage, not exclusively restricted to the ones from Microsoft store: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/30136-turn-off-developer-mode-windows-10-a.html http://techcult.com/enable-or-disable-developer-mode-in-windows-10/ http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Appx::AppxDeploymentAllowAllTrustedApps http://admx.help/?Category=Windows_10_2016&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Appx::AllowDevelopmentWithoutDevLicense http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/apps/get-started/developer-mode-features-and-debugging/ TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Appx] "AllowAllTrustedApps"=dword:1 "AllowDevelopmentWithoutDevLicense"=dword:1 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppModelUnlock] "AllowAllTrustedApps"=dword:1 "AllowDevelopmentWithoutDevLicense"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Background Activity Moderator (BAM) [%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Drivers\bam.sys] + Desktop Activity Moderator (DAM) [%WinDir%\SYSTEM32\Drivers\dam.sys] monitor drivers, especially if not using a laptop/netbook/notebook/portable, and don't need to save battery power in Windows 10/11: http://www.cellebrite.com/en/analyzing-program-execution-windows-artifacts/ http://www.andreafortuna.org/2018/05/23/forensic-artifacts-evidences-of-program-execution-on-windows-systems/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/bam/ http://www.crowdstrike.com/blog/how-to-employ-featureusage-for-windows-10-taskbar-forensics/ http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/desktop-activity-moderator/ http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/dam/ Disable these 2 drivers (running as services) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP bam SC.EXE CONFIG bam START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP dam SC.EXE CONFIG dam START= disabled OR: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\bam] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\bam] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\bam] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\dam] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\dam] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\dam] "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ Restart/reboot Windows for these changes to take effect. * Turn OFF Windows 10 Metro/Tile/Store/UWP battery info fly-out + restore Windows 8/8.1 battery info interface for laptops/notebooks/portables/tablets/devices: http://www.askvg.com/collection-of-windows-10-hidden-secret-registry-tweaks/#8_disable_new_battery_fly-out_and_restore_previous_ui TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ImmersiveShell] "UseWin32BatteryFlyout"=dword:1 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF Microsoft Application Virtualization [App-V] services + drivers - Microsoft App-V Client [AppVClient] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvclient/ - Microsoft App-V VFS Mini-Filter Driver [AppvVfs] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvvfs/ - Microsoft App-V Virtual Environment Manager Driver [AppvVemgr] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvvemgr/ - Microsoft App-V Streaming Mini-Filter Driver [AppvStrm] http://batcmd.com/windows/10/services/appvstrm/ in Windows 10/11 if not using any virtual(ly) deployed/streaming client apps/games/tools +/- cloud/server apps/games/tools in connected/linked/networked/shared environments: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/app-v/appv-for-windows/ http://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/appvclient/ http://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-desktop-optimization-pack/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_App-V Disable AppVClient service and these 3 App-V drivers (running as services) from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP AppVClient SC.EXE CONFIG AppVClient START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP AppvStrm SC.EXE CONFIG AppvStrm START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP AppvVemgr SC.EXE CONFIG AppvVemgr START= disabled ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP AppvVfs SC.EXE CONFIG AppvVfs START= disabled OR: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\AppVClient\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\AppVClient] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\AppVClient\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\AppVClient] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\AppVClient\Security] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\AppVClient] "LaunchProtected"=dword:0 "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\AppvStrm] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\AppvStrm] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\AppvStrm] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\AppvVemgr] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\AppvVemgr] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\AppvVemgr] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\AppvVfs] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\AppvVfs] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\AppvVfs] "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Turn OFF BranchCache [PeerDistSvc] service present and enabled (Manual) only in Windows 10 Enterprise + Windows 2016/2019/2022 Server editions, unnecessary and not used by home/personal/stand-alone computers/devices/portables/terminals not connected to or using Wide Area Network (WAN)/data center/cloud/enterprise server(s): http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-server/networking/branchcache/branchcache/ http://searchenterprisedesktop.techtarget.com/definition/Microsoft-Windows-BranchCache/ Disable BranchCache [PeerDistSvc] service from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: ECHO Y|NET.EXE STOP PeerDistSvc SC.EXE CONFIG PeerDistSvc START= disabled OR: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\PeerDistSvc] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\PeerDistSvc] "Start"=dword:4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet002\Services\PeerDistSvc] "Start"=dword:4 ; ------End cut & paste here------ * Remove/uninstall Windows 10/11 built-in/store Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps: http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/remove-default-windows-10-apps-using-powershell/ Uninstall all UWP apps for all users (example): right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Remove-AppXPackage * Download/install free Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps + games from Windows Store without the need for a Microsoft Azure/Bing/Hotmail/Live/MSN/Outlook/Windows Mail/WIP e-mail/membership/subscription/enrollment/developer/tester/VIP account(s), and instead using better/local/3rd party/no ads/no tracking/no phone-home/no spam/safe/secure account(s): http://www.digitalcitizen.life/microsoft-store-without-microsoft-account/ http://www.ghacks.net/2016/11/27/windows-10-pro-store-apps-installation-without-account/ http://www.ghacks.net/2015/06/13/how-to-enable-developer-mode-in-windows-10-to-sideload-apps/ * Restore/reinstall manually Windows Store app + Windows 10/11 built-in Universal Windows Platforms (UWP) apps: http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/restore-windows-store-windows-10-uninstall-with-powershell/ Right-click PowerShell shortcut or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\PowerShell.exe [default location in Windows 10/11] -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppXPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} Windows Store app Uniform Resource Identifier (URI): http://www.microsoft.com/p/microsoft-store/9wzdncrfjbmp/ Windows Store app product identification (ID) URI: ms-windows-store://pdp?productId=9wzdncrfjbmp Paste Windows Store app URI and/or desired UWP app URI http://www.microsoft.com/p/microsoft-store/xxxxxxxxxxxxxx or product identification ID URI ms-windows-store://pdp?productId=xxxxxxxxxxxxxx in the search box at this web site: http://store.rg-adguard.net/ to download all required app components listed for your specific Windows 10/11 build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength -> (double-)click *.appx and/or *.appxbundle file(s) to (re)install desired Windows Store/UWP app(s) -> log back into or restart Windows if prompted to do so. You can also extract the entire contents of any downloaded *.appx/*.appxbundle archive using an unZIPping/unARChiving/unRARing tool [free(ware)] http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ZIP anywhere on your local storage drives/partitions/volumes, and copy file(s) necessary for proper function of selected app(s) to desired location(s). * Turn OFF/disable/remove [or turn (back) ON/(re)enable/restore] unnecessary/useless "Cast to Device >" item/option from the Desktop, Explorer, Start Menu + user interface (UI) shell context right-click menus in Windows 10/11: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/61525-how-add-remove-cast-device-context-menu-windows-10-a.html - Turn OFF "Cast to Device >" right-click item: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- ; Turn OFF "Cast to Device >" right-click item: REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\Blocked] "{7AD84985-87B4-4a16-BE58-8B72A5B390F7}"="Play to Menu" ; ------End cut & paste here------ OR do this from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: REG.EXE ADD "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\Blocked" /V {7AD84985-87B4-4a16-BE58-8B72A5B390F7} /T REG_SZ /D "Play to Menu" /F - Turn ON "Cast to Device >" right-click item: TIP: Use Notepad/similar/better free(ware) plain text/ASCII editor/viewer http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#TXT to create a plain text Registry file containing the lines between Cut & Paste delimiters below -> save it as plain text/ASCII file (Encode: -> ANSI) with the REG extension (.reg) -> right-click it -> Run as Administrator -> answer Yes/OK to all prompts to register/merge/import its information into your registry. -----Begin cut & paste here----- ; Turn ON "Cast to Device >" right-click item: REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\Blocked] "{7AD84985-87B4-4a16-BE58-8B72A5B390F7}"=- ; ------End cut & paste here------ OR do this from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: REG.EXE DELETE "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\Blocked" /V {7AD84985-87B4-4a16-BE58-8B72A5B390F7} /F In order to take effect all these changes require to either: - (1) Log off + (2) Log back in as the same user; - OR (1) exit/kill + (2) restart Explorer [EXPLORER.EXE]: from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: TASKKILL.EXE /IM explorer.exe /F /T explorer.exe Reg [REG.EXE] + TaskKill [TASKKILL.EXE] are both located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. TASKKILL.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/taskkill.html REG.EXE: http://www.ss64.com/nt/reg.html Explorer [explorer.exe] is located in the %WinDir% folder [%WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. * Windows 10/11 ScriptRunner [ScriptRunner.exe] built-in DOS console command line tool can be used to run multiple BATch (.bat), CoMmanD (.cmd), PowerShell (.ps1), VBScript (.vbs), etc plain text/ASCII based scripts for automated/unattended operations: http://www.ss64.com/nt/scriptrunner.html ScriptRunner [ScriptRunner.exe] is located in the %WinDir%\SYSTEM32 folder [where %WinDir% = usually C:\WINDOWS]. View its command line options, switches + parameters: from a DOS console (command prompt) -> right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run this command -> press Enter: ScriptRunner.exe * Useful, little known, hidden, undocumented, unknown registry + system hacks + tweaks to fix, improve + customize Windows 10/11/newer: http://cloudblogs.microsoft.com/industry-blog/en-gb/technetuk/2016/07/15/13-epic-registry-hacks/ http://www.howtogeek.com/669971/ http://www.maketecheasier.com/windows-10-registry-hacks/ http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/useful-registry-hacks-to-optimize-your-windows-10-experience/ http://supertechman.com.au/12-awesome-windows-10-registry-hacks/ http://technicalustad.com/a-complete-guide-to-windows-10-registry-tweaks/ http://www.askvg.com/collection-of-windows-10-hidden-secret-registry-tweaks/ AskVG ZIP file contains 29 registry (.reg) tweaking files: http://media.askvg.com/downloads/2015/01/Windows-10-Hidden-Secret-Registry-Tweaks.zip http://www.ss64.com/nt/syntax-reghacks.html http://techwiser.com/windows-registry-hacks/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/majorgeeks_registry_tweaks.html http://github.com/MajorGeek/MajorGeeks-Windows-Tweaks/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortdate/majorgeeks_registry_batch_file_tweaks.html http://www.online-tech-tips.com/windows-10/10-awesome-windows-8-registry-hacks-you-might-not-know/ http://www.iolosystem.com/resources/registry-hacks.html http://www.minitool.com/backup-tips/windows-10-registry-hacks.html http://gist.github.com/JohannesMP/6a273e96054f47b8501acf99138c792b/ http://windows101tricks.com/windows-10-registry-tweaks-enable-hidden-features/ http://www.winaero.com/category/windows-11/ http://www.winaero.com/category/windows-10/ http://www.itpro.com/microsoft-windows/31970/the-best-registry-hacks-for-fixing-annoying-windows-features/ http://www.webnots.com/10-registry-hacks-for-windows-10/ http://www.shareus.com/windows/five-useful-registry-tweaks-for-gaming-performance-windows-10.html http://blogs.systweak.com/best-windows-10-registry-hacks-to-optimize-your-pc/ http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/20-registry-hacks-to-make-your-pc-more-awesome-590803/ http://www.windowslearning.net/tips/a-huge-collection-of-windows-10-registry-tweaks.php http://www.windowschimp.com/best-registry-hacks/ http://lifehacker.com/tag/registry-tweak/ http://github.com/brianfgonzalez/Scripts/blob/master/windows_10_tweaks.bat http://www.howto-connect.com/registry-hacks-for-start-menu-and-taskbar-in-windows-10/ http://www.wikitechy.com/tutorials/ethical-hacking/registry-hacking/ http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-windows-10-registry-tweaks-improve-unlock-features/ http://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-hack-the-windows-registry-to-insert-control-panel-into-the-desktop-right-click-menu/ http://spyboy.blog/2020/03/27/windows-10-registry-hacks-to-optimize-your-pc-experience/ http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/10-things/10-common-issues-you-can-fix-with-a-registry-hack/ http://www.der-windows-papst.de/en/2019/01/08/datenschutz-fuer-windows-10-registry-hacks/ http://appuals.com/how-to-change-or-customize-system-tray-icons-on-windows-10/ http://www.windowscentral.com/how-hide-entire-drive-prying-eyes-windows-10/ MDGx "Comprehensive Windows Registry Guide" chapter in REGISTRY.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/reg.htm MDGx "200+ Ways To Hack Your Windows 9x/NTx Registry" chapter in REGISTRY.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/reg.htm#RHC MDGx "Windows 8/8.1 Tweaks, Fixes, Guides, Downloads + Links" chapter in WINDOWS8.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/8.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS8.TXT MDGx "Windows 7/7 SP1 Tweaks, Fixes, Guides, Downloads + Links" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS7.TXT * Make Windows 10/11 look + act like Windows 7, 8, or 8.1: http://www.howtogeek.com/277448/ http://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-make-windows-10-feel-more-like-windows-7/ http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-make-windows-10-look-like-windows-7/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/how-to-restore-the-good-old-task-manager-in-windows-8/ See also WINDOWS8.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/8.php http://www.mdgx.com/WINDOWS8.TXT See also: "AERO 7/8/8.1/10/11", "APPS 7", "TASK" + "GAMES" sections in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT * Windows 10/11 native system + user icons are contained in these applets/libraries/executables/files: http://www.digitalcitizen.life/where-find-most-windows-10s-native-icons/ http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/8879-change-library-icon-windows-10-a.html Extract them using IconsExtract 32-bit CPL, DLL + EXE icon grabber/extractor front end GUI + console command line tool: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/iconsext.html File: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/iconsext.zip MDGx Free(ware) GIF, JPEG, PNG Shrinkers/Converters/Editors: http://www.mdgx.com/html.htm#GIF MDGx Free(ware) Icon Tools: http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm#ICO MDGx 223 Windows 9x/NTx Icons (.DLL, .ICL + .ICO formats, 32x32, 16 colors) -> MYICONS.TXT (included): MYICONS.ZIP [ZIP]: http://www.mdgx.com/files/MYICONS.ZIP Convert Icon (.ico) file format to Portable Network Graphics (PNG) (.png) file format: http://cloudconvert.com/ico-to-png/ Convert Portable Network Graphics (PNG) (.png) file format to Icon (.ico) file format: http://png2icojs.com/ * Coulda... Shoulda... Woulda... Operating system (OS) core/system features, functionality, operations +/- programs/tools/games/etc abandoned/banned/cancelled/changed/deprecated/discontinued/limited/reduced/removed/restricted by Microsoft in/from/out of Windows 10, and how to adapt/fix/port/repair/restore/upgrade, use similar, and/or work around/bring back (some of) them: - Wikipedia: List of features removed/missing in Windows 10: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_features_removed_in_Windows_10 - MS Docs: Features + functionality removed in Windows 10: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-removed-features/ - MS Docs: Windows 10 features no longer developed: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-deprecated-features/ - How-To Geek: All the Useless Windows 10 Features Microsoft Should Remove: http://www.howtogeek.com/437942/ - TheWindowsClub: List of features removed or deprecated in Windows 10: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/features-removed-in-windows-10/ - TheWindowsClub: Windows 10 Problems, Issues with Solutions and Fixes: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-10-known-issues/ - gHacks: Windows 10 Creators Update: new and removed features: http://www.ghacks.net/2017/03/28/windows-10-creators-update-new-and-removed-features/ - Wikipedia: Criticism of Windows 10: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_Windows_10 - PC Magazine: Fix the Most Annoying Things in Windows 10: http://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-fix-the-most-annoying-things-in-windows-10/ - MDGx Free(ware) "Win10/11 Block Tools (10_BLOCK)" -> 10_BLOCK.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#10BLK http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.php http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.TXT - MDGx Free(ware) "List of Useful Windows NTx Tools" [apps/programs, games, screen savers, tools/utilities] -> TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT - MDGx Free(ware) "1000+ Windows 9x/NTx Power Toys + Tweaking Tools" -> SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm - MDGx "Free(ware) Windows NTx Extras" -> SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm ______________________________________________________________________________ Essential Add-ons, Components, Fixes, Updates, Tools + Games [free(ware)] * MDGx "List of Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 Anti-spyware/Privacy Tools" section in 10_BLOCK.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#10BLK http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.php http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.TXT * MDGx List of Useful Windows NTx Tools [99.9% free(ware)] in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT * MDGx "Free(ware) Windows NTx Power Toys" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm * MDGx "Free(ware) Internet Power Toys" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm * MDGx "Free(ware) Firewalls + Network Toys" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/fw.htm * MDGx "Free(ware) Windows NTx Tools" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm * Original Updated Microsoft File Manager (FM) (WINFILE.EXE) 32-bit + 64-bit contains cumulative up-to-date fixes/patches + enhancements for all Microsoft supported [http://support.microsoft.com/help/13853/] Windows NTx 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) editions (free MIT, open source): http://github.com/microsoft/winfile/ FM master + cumulative enhancements: http://github.com/microsoft/winfile/releases/ FM latest release: http://github.com/microsoft/winfile/releases/latest/ Windows 10 FM App: http://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9p7vbbbc49rb/ FM WINFILE.CHM [right-click to save]: http://github.com/microsoft/winfile/raw/master/help/WINFILE.CHM Place Windows Compiled (Compressed) HTML Help (WINFILE.CHM) file into the folder(s) where WINFILE.EXE reside(s), both 32-bit + 64-bit. WINFILE.CHM is identical for all FM editions 32-bit + 64-bit. FM @ /. News: http://news.slashdot.org/story/18/04/09/1952237/ WinHlp32 for Windows 10/2016/2019/11/2022: http://raxsoft.com/raxccm/software_app.php?progid=13 Direct download [735 KB, freeware]: http://assets.raxsoft.com/bin/winhlp32/winhlp32.msi MDGx Restore/Update Windows Help (.HLP) Guide: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#HHU More info: http://www.askvg.com/how-to-open-help-files-hlp-in-windows-7-that-require-windows-help-program-winhlp32-exe/ Required: FM (WINFILE.EXE) 32-bit + 64-bit require Microsoft Visual C++ 2017 (VC2017) Runtime Redistributables 32-bit + 64-bit for Visual Studio 2017 (VS2017) for Windows 7 SP1/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) (English): http://support.microsoft.com/help/2977003/ MDGx Microsoft Visual Studio (VS) + Visual C++ (VC): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#VS6 - VC2017 64-bit for Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) [15 MB]: http://aka.ms/vs/16/release/vc_redist.x64.exe http://download.visualstudio.microsoft.com/download/pr/12328699/a80e967515b2a4faf37bf15387f1c5c3/VC_redist.x64.exe - VC2017 32-bit for Windows NTx 32-bit (x86) [14 MB]: http://aka.ms/vs/16/release/vc_redist.x86.exe http://download.visualstudio.microsoft.com/download/pr/12319034/ccd261eb0e095411af3b306273231b68/VC_redist.x86.exe FM (WINFILE.EXE) 32-bit + 64-bit also work with Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 (VC2015) Runtime Redistributables 32-bit + 64-bit for Visual Studio 2015 (VS2015) for Windows XP SP3/2003 SP2/Vista SP2/2008 SP2/7 SP1/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) (English): http://support.microsoft.com/help/2999226/ More info: http://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=53840 - VC2015 64-bit for Windows NTx 64-bit (x64) [14 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/A/A/6AA4EDFF-645B-48C5-81CC-ED5963AEAD48/vc_redist.x64.exe - VC2015 32-bit for Windows NTx 32-bit (x86) [13 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/A/A/6AA4EDFF-645B-48C5-81CC-ED5963AEAD48/vc_redist.x86.exe You actually need these 2 files: msvcp140.dll 14.10.25008.0 vcruntime140.dll 14.10.25008.0 which do not require installation or registration. Download and copy both files to the directory/folder where your FM executable(s) reside(s): 32-bit DLLs for WINFILE.EXE 32-bit or 64-bit DLLs for WINFILE.EXE 64-bit: http://www.dll4free.com/msvcp140.dll.html http://www.dll4free.com/vcruntime140.dll.html See FM_NEW.TXT (included) for more details: http://www.mdgx.com/fmnt32/FM_NEW.TXT * MDGx File Manager (FM) 32-bit for Windows NTx 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) + support files + add-ons, modded + customized (free): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#FMNT MDGx FM Guide -> FMNT32.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/fmnt32/fmnt32.php http://www.mdgx.com/fmnt32/FMNT32.TXT MDGx FM Installer: http://www.mdgx.com/fmnt32/FMNT32.EXE I have compiled FMNT32.EXE installer using Microsoft Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK): http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#IEA + INF/SED Guides: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#INF http://www.mdgx.com/INF_web/ * Windows Update Blocker (WUB) [Wub.exe 32-bit + Wub_x64.exe 64-bit] for Windows 10/11 allows all users to block/disable/stop/turn OFF, and/or unblock/reenable/restart/turn back ON automatic/unattended/hidden/forced/behind-your-back/without-your-consent Microsoft Windows Updates (WU) service + interconnected/interdependent/interrelated services [up to 25 services!] + program executables which are very hard/almost impossible to control/manage without performing complicated/time consuming registry tweaks or without dedicated 3rd party tools (like this one): http://www.sordum.org/9470/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/windows-update-blocker/Wub.zip Screen shot: http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/windos_update_blocker_blocked.png See "Turn OFF/Postpone/Block/Uninstall Windows Updates (WU)" chapter -> "* FIXes:" section further above in WIN10.TXT (this file): http://www.mdgx.com/10.php http://www.mdgx.com/WIN10.TXT * Edge Blocker (EdgeBlock.exe 32-bit + EdgeBlock_x64.exe 64-bit) for Windows 10/11: http://www.sordum.org/9312/ File: http://www.sordum.org/files/download/edge-blocker/EdgeBlock.zip * MSEdgeRedirect for Windows 8.1/10/11 intercepts + redirects HTTP(S), Maps, News, Feeds/RSS, Widgets, Weather, etc file extensions (.dhtml, .htm, .html, .php, .xhtml, .xml, etc), internet schemes/protocols (ftp:, http:, https:, magnet:, mailto:, news:, etc) + URL/URI addresses/items/links/schemes/shortcuts (.url, .website, etc) forced (built/hardwired/preset into the operating system) by Microsoft to open in Edge to open instead in user's choice custom selected default web browser (if any other than Edge): http://github.com/rcmaehl/MSEdgeRedirect/ Download: http://github.com/rcmaehl/MSEdgeRedirect/releases/latest/ List of URI Schemes: http://www.w3.org/wiki/UriSchemes * EdgeDeflector for Windows 10/11 intercepts + redirects HTTP(S), Maps, News, Feeds/RSS, Widgets, Weather, etc file extensions (.dhtml, .htm, .html, .php, .xhtml, .xml, etc), internet schemes/protocols (ftp:, http:, https:, magnet:, mailto:, news:, etc) + URL/URI addresses/items/links/schemes/shortcuts (.url, .website, etc) forced (built/hardwired/preset into the operating system) by Microsoft to open in Edge to open instead in user's choice custom selected default web browser (if any other than Edge): http://github.com/da2x/EdgeDeflector/ Download: http://github.com/da2x/EdgeDeflector/releases/latest/ EdgeDeflector Purpose: http://www.ctrl.blog/entry/edgedeflector-default-browser.html BEWARE: Newer Windows 10 builds/editions/releases/versions blocked EdgeDeflector + similar Edge browser competitors: http://www.ctrl.blog/entry/microsoft-edge-protocol-competition.html FIX: Restore EdgeDeflector + similar Edge browser competitors functionality -> UNinstall Windows Update KB5007262: Start button/icon/logo/menu/orb -> Windows Settings [gear icon] -> Update & Security -> Windows Update -> View update history -> Uninstall updates -> highlight/select update KB5007262 -> right-click -> Uninstall -> reboot/restart if needed/prompted. List of URI Schemes: http://www.w3.org/wiki/UriSchemes * Edge Chromium Blocker Toolkit: http://www.windowscentral.com/how-prevent-microsoft-edge-chromium-installing-automatically-windows-10/ File: http://web.archive.org/web/20210812025623if_/http://msedgeblockertoolkit.blob.core.windows.net/blockertoolkit/MicrosoftEdgeChromiumBlockerToolkit.exe * Enable/Unlock Chromium Edge disabled/locked features + options using Policy Plus for Windows 7/newer (free, open source): http://github.com/Fleex255/PolicyPlus/releases/latest/ http://www.itechtics.com/best-group-policy-editor-gpedit-msc-alternative-for-windows/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/policy_plus.html * Uninstall + remove Edge web browser from Windows 10/11 using DOS (CMD) console commands + "Uninstall Edge.cmd" batch file script: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-edge-browser-in-windows-10/ Download "Uninstall Edge.cmd" [ZIP file]: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1835 Disable Edge Updates in the registry: http://admx.help/?Category=EdgeChromium&Policy=Microsoft.Policies.Update::Pol_DefaultUpdatePolicy * Recommended independent/3rd party free, open source, safe, secure, uncrippled, unlocked, unrestricted, modern web browsers (examples): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#NET MDGx "FREE Windows 9x/NTx Web Browsers" chapter -> "Chromium + Chrome web browsers [free(ware)]" section -> "Chromium + Chrome" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#CHR RECOMMENDED: - Chromium Precompiled EXEcutable [Installer EXE + Portable Archives ZIP/7z] 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows XP/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://chromium.woolyss.com/ Certain Chromium builds [clearly labeled] are degoogled/ungoogled/stripped of Google adware/spyware/tracking code: http://github.com/Eloston/ungoogled-chromium/blob/master/README.md http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-wiki/faq Ungoogled Chromium precompiled Binaries 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://ungoogled-software.github.io/ungoogled-chromium-binaries/releases/windows/ - Brave 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with improved privacy, safety + security and optimized speed: http://brave.com/ Brave Repository: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/ Download [ZIP = full, Portable]: http://github.com/brave/brave-browser/releases/latest/ - Vivaldi 32-bit + 64-bit web browser for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) based on Chromium code [fork] with enhanced privacy, safety + security: http://vivaldi.com/ Download [EXE = Installer ONLY]: http://vivaldi.com/download/ Vivaldi Portable -> run Installer EXE -> Install standalone: http://help.vivaldi.com/desktop/install-update/standalone-version-of-vivaldi/ - X-Chromium (X-Launcher) Portable: http://www.winpenpack.com/en/download.php?view.1082 Download [EXE = Installer, full]: http://sourceforge.net/projects/winpenpack/files/X-Chromium/releases/ Either install Chromium precompiled stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit: http://chromium.woolyss.com/ or extract all files from portable archive [zip or 7z] + copy to the destination of your choice Chromium portable stable releases 32-bit or 64-bit to match the Windows NTx [7/newer] operating system(s) [OS(es)] build/edition/release/update/version + bit strength [32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)] you are using. All Chromium + Chromium alternatives/derivatives/forks/variants users must have these 3 environment variables: GOOGLE_API_KEY=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID=NO GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET=NO Right-click CMD shortcut/CMD.EXE -> Run as Administrator -> run these commands -> press Enter after each line: SETX.EXE GOOGLE_API_KEY "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_ID "NO" /M SETX.EXE GOOGLE_DEFAULT_CLIENT_SECRET "NO" /M MDGx "@ Chromium/Chrome/Brave/X-Chromium/Thorium/Vivaldi Privacy, Security + Safety Settings, Extensions, Guides + Solutions:" topic in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm#PRV MDGx collection of essential Chromium/Chrome extensions + tweaks: "CHROMIUM" section in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php#:~:text=CHROMIUM%20%5B%2A%5D http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT * Cloudflare WARP Desktop client 64-bit for Windows 8.1/newer 64-bit (x64) [free Virtual Private Network (VPN) using public root Domain Name System (DNS) servers]: http://1.1.1.1/ Cloudflare WARP for Windows: http://developers.cloudflare.com/warp-client/get-started/windows/ Cloudflare WARP for Linux: http://developers.cloudflare.com/warp-client/get-started/linux/ Cloudflare WARP for macOS: http://developers.cloudflare.com/warp-client/get-started/macos/ Cloudflare WARP for Android: http://developers.cloudflare.com/warp-client/get-started/android/ Cloudflare WARP for iOS: http://developers.cloudflare.com/warp-client/get-started/ios/ Use Cloudflare WARP VPN in combination with WireGuard: http://www.andryou.com/2020/03/28/guide-using-cloudflares-warp-vpn-on-a-computer-mac-pc-linux/ WireGuard VPN (free, open source): http://www.wireguard.com/ BrowserLeaks: DNS Leak Test: http://browserleaks.com/dns/ Wikipedia: Virtual Private Network (VPN): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network Wikipedia: Domain Name System (DNS): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domain_Name_System See MDGx "Digital + Internet/Online Privacy, Security + Safety" chapter -> "* Web Browsers + Devices Online Protection Guides + Tools for Privacy, Security, Tracking:" section in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Digital%20%2B%20Internet%2FOnline%20Privacy%2C%20Security%20%2B%20Safety%20%3D%20Your%20Top%20Priority See MDGx "Public Root DNS Servers" chapter in WINDOWS7.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/7.php#:~:text=Public%20Root%20DNS%20Servers%20%5B%2A%5D * OpenVPN Cloud, Access Server + Connect client Virtual Private Network (VPN) system provides secure point-to-point or site-to-site concurrent connections using OpenSSL encryption + Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol, highly customizable: http://openvpn.net/ Free subscriptions for personal use = limited to: - OpenVPN Cloud = maximum 3 concurrent connections. - Access Server = maximum 2 concurrent connections. Repository: http://github.com/OpenVPN/openvpn/ OpenVPN Connect client 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://openvpn.net/client-connect-vpn-for-windows/ OpenVPN FAQs: http://openvpn.net/vpn-server-resources/#faqs OpenVPN Online Documentation: http://openvpn.net/vpn-server-resources/ Wikipedia: Virtual Private Network (VPN): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network Wikipedia: OpenSSL: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OpenSSL Wikipedia: Transport Layer Security (TLS): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_Layer_Security * Pi-hole DOS console command line installer [PH4WSL1.cmd] for Windows 10/newer installs Linux Pi-hole DNS sinkhole on Windows computers, highly customizable: http://github.com/DesktopECHO/Pi-Hole-for-WSL1/ Download: http://github.com/DesktopECHO/Pi-Hole-for-WSL1/raw/master/PH4WSL1.cmd PH4WSL1.cmd install guide step-by-step: http://www.reddit.com/r/pihole/comments/j39drp/ PH4WSL1.cmd ReadMe guide: http://github.com/DesktopECHO/Pi-Hole-for-WSL1/#readme Pi-hole DNS sinkhole for Linux: http://github.com/pi-hole/pi-hole/ DNS sinkhole: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNS_sinkhole * Privoxy GUI interface + DOS console command line non-caching HTTP/web proxy with advanced filtering for enhanced privacy + safety, highly customizable: http://www.privoxy.org/ Repository: http://sourceforge.net/projects/ijbswa/ Download: http://www.privoxy.org/sf-download-mirror/Win32/ http://sourceforge.net/projects/ijbswa/files/Win32/ Privoxy FAQ: http://www.privoxy.org/faq/ Privoxy Online Manual: http://www.privoxy.org/user-manual/ Proxy server: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proxy_server * Winaero Tweaker 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 [select Portable at install time!]: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ Download: http://www.winaero.com/download-winaero-tweaker/ Winaero Tweaker Features: http://www.winaero.com/the-list-of-winaero-tweaker-features/ * UxStyle for Windows 7/8/8.1/10 Preview: http://www.uxstyle.com/ http://github.com/riverar/uxstyle/ UxStyle for Windows 8/8.1: http://www.uxstyle.com/builds/UxStyle_sep23_x86_x64_possibly_bugged.zip UxStyle for Windows 7/7 SP1: http://www.uxstyle.com/builds/UxStyle_Core_jul13_bits.zip Aero Theme for Windows 8/8.1: http://simplexdesignsart.deviantart.com/art/Windows-Aero-536877982/ http://web.archive.org/web/20130402051457/http://xxinightxx.deviantart.com/art/Windows-7-Vs-REV-D-350491112/ File: http://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B883uGPmNY72Sjk3dy1MTzBGVEE http://web.archive.org/web/20130402051457/http://www.deviantart.com/download/350491112/windows_7_vs_rev_d_by_xxinightxx-d5so8o8.zip Windows 8/8.1 Themes: http://www.winaero.com/category/windows-8-themes/ * Classic Task Manager (TM) (TaskMgr.exe) Windows 7 style 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 8/8.1/10/11: http://www.winaero.com/how-to-restore-the-good-old-task-manager-in-windows-8/ Classic TM for Windows 10/11: http://win7games.com/download/taskmgr_w10.zip * K-Lite Codec Pack (KLCP) Mega audio, video + sub(title)s multimedia Codecs + Media Player Classic Home Cinema (MPC-HC) Lite 32-bit + 64-bit: http://www.codecguide.com/download_k-lite_codec_pack_mega.htm File [ attempts to install ADWARE/TRIALWARE ! ]: http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/k_lite_mega_codec_pack.html http://www.videohelp.com/software/K-Lite-Codec-Pack KLCP Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K-Lite_Codec_Pack OLD KLCP Versions: http://www.videohelp.com/software/K-Lite-Codec-Pack/old-versions#download MPC-HC recommended settings: 1. MPC-HC(64) -> pause -> right-click -> Options (O) -> Playback -> Output -> DirectShow Video [H/W] -> Enhanced Video Renderer (EVR) -> Apply/OK. http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/win32/directshow/video-mixing-renderer-filter-9/ 2. MPC-HC(64) -> pause -> click RED LAV Video Decoder Taskbar icon -> Hardware Acceleration [H/W] -> DXVA2 (DirectX Video Acceleration 2) (copyback) -> check ALL Resolutions + Codecs boxes EXCEPT DVD + VC-1 -> Apply/OK. http://anime.my/tutorials/watching-h264-videos-using-compute-unified-device-architecture-cuda/ madVR Tutorial: http://anime.my/tutorials/madvr/ * Open-Shell Start Menu + button/icon/logo/orb replacer 32-bit + 64-bit [Classic Shell fork]: http://open-shell.github.io/Open-Shell-Menu/ ReadMe: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/ Download: http://github.com/Open-Shell/Open-Shell-Menu/releases/ Open-Shell Guides: http://askleo.com/open-shell-regain-your-start-menu-in-windows-and-much-more/ http://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-open-shell-as-your-windows-10-start-menu/ Custom Start button/icon/logo/orb Tutorial: http://coddec.github.io/Classic-Shell/www.classicshell.net/tutorials/buttontutorial.html Custom Skin Tutorial: http://coddec.github.io/Classic-Shell/www.classicshell.net/tutorials/skintutorial.html Skins: http://www.winaero.com/best-skins-for-classic-shells-start-menu/ http://www.classicshell.net/gallery/Start-Menu/skins/ http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewforum.php?f=17 Start Buttons/Orbs: http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewforum.php?f=18 http://www.deviantart.com/w1ck3dmatt/art/Mega-Orb-Pack-150-start-orbs-259940654/ http://www.door2windows.com/customization/start-buttons/ Aero Glass mod [Windows 8/8.1 style UI] for Windows 8/8.1/10/11: http://www.glass8.eu/ Open-Shell/Classic Shell Free(ware) Alternatives: http://classicshell.sourceforge.net/alternatives.html http://classic-shell.en.softonic.com/windows/alternatives/ http://www.alternativeto.net/software/classicshell/ http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-start-menu-alternatives/ http://www.similarindex.com/classic-shell-alternatives/ * 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7/newer adds Taskbar tray settings otherwise unavailable, beyond Windows capabilities, highly customizable [select Portable at install time!]: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker/ http://tweaker.ramensoftware.com/ File: http://ramensoftware.com/downloads/7tt_setup.exe 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Guide: http://www.winaero.com/get-a-classic-taskbar-in-windows-8-and-windows-7-that-works-like-xp/ 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) Repository: http://github.com/m417z/7-Taskbar-Tweaker/ Windhawk tweak mods for Windows 11 Taskbar: http://ramensoftware.com/windhawk-mods-for-the-windows-11-taskbar/ BUG: 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) does NOT (yet) support NEWer Windows 11 Taskbar: http://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker-and-a-first-look-at-windows-11/ FIX: Restore classic Taskbar tray in Windows 11: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker-1-20-1-get-back-windows-10-start-menu-and-taskbar-in-windows-11/ 1. Install Winaero Tweaker: http://www.winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/ 2. Open/run/start Winaero Tweaker. 3. Go to: Windows 11 -> Classic Start Menu and Taskbar -> check "Enable Classic Taskbar and Start menu" box -> click "Sign out now" button. 4. Log on/sign in back into Windows 11 under same user name. 5. Open/run/start 7+ Taskbar Tweaker (7TT) -> customize/tweak settings according to your needs/preferences -> done. * PowerToys 64-bit for Windows 10/11 64-bit (x64): Color Picker, FancyZones, File Explorer Add-ons, Image Resizer, Keyboard Manager, PowerRename, PowerToys Run, Shortcut Guide: http://github.com/microsoft/PowerToys/ Download: http://github.com/microsoft/PowerToys/releases/latest/ Require Microsoft .NET Core + Desktop Runtime 3.1.x/newer 32-bit + 64-bit: http://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnet/3.1/ also here: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR * Restore Desktop Gadgets (Sidebar.exe + *.gadget) in Windows 8/8.1/10/11: http://www.winaero.com/desktop-gadgets-and-sidebar-for-windows-10/ http://www.winaero.com/blog/get-desktop-gadgets-back-in-windows-8-1-update/ http://win7gadgets.com/blog/how-install-desktop-gadgets-windows-10/ http://windows.gadgethacks.com/how-to/bring-desktop-gadgets-windows-10-0163567/ Desktop Gadgets Installer: http://gadgetsrevived.com/download-sidebar/ File: http://gadgetsrevived.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DesktopGadgetsInstaller.zip Gadgets: http://gadgetsrevived.com/ http://win10gadgets.com/ http://win7gadgets.com/ http://www.gadgetskit.com/ 8GadgetPack for Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11: http://8gadgetpack.net/ File: http://8gadgetpack.net/dl_330/8GadgetPackSetup.msi Run Widgets in Windows 10 using Rainmeter: http://win10widgets.com/ Rainmeter: http://www.rainmeter.net/ File: http://github.com/tjmarkham/win10widgets/releases/latest/ XWidget for Windows 7 SP1/8/8.1/10/11 [OLDer versions freeware]: http://download.cnet.com/XWidget/3000-12565_4-75609200.html Neon Clock Widget for XWidget: http://www.softpedia.com/get/Windows-Widgets/Alarms-Clocks/Neon-Clock-Widget.shtml * Missed Feature Installer for Windows 10 (MFI10) ISO optical disc image collection of installers, apps, tools + games removes/disables useless/annoying features, apps + tools and brings back/installs/restores useful/favorite features, apps, tools + games from previous Windows editions: XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, highly customizable: http://www.ghacks.net/2016/01/15/missed-feature-installer-for-windows-10/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/missed-features-installer-for-windows-10/ Download: http://www.chip.de/downloads/Missed-Features-Installer-fuer-Windows-10_88552123.html MFI10 [1.3 GB, ISO DVD image]: http://securedl.cdn.chip.de/downloads/40922223/MFI10_1.0.iso MFI10 requires a dedicated extractor or disc mount/emulator tool to extract content from or mount ISO disc image [examples of free(ware) programs]: - 7-Zip: http://www.7-zip.org/ - WinCDEmu: http://wincdemu.sysprogs.org/ After that: Explorer -> righ-click MFI10.exe -> Run as Administrator -> select + install desired features/apps/tools/games. * Windows 7 Games for Windows 8/8.1/10/11: http://www.winaero.com/blog/get-windows-7-games-for-windows-10/ Download: http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/windows_7_games_for_windows_10.html File: http://www.winaero.com/download.php?view.1836 * Windows 7 Games for Windows 10/11: http://win7games.com/#games File: http://win7games.com/download/Win7Games4Win10_8_81_v2.zip * Microsoft Media Feature Pack (MFP) installs Windows Media Player (WMP) + Audio/Video Codecs 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 10 N/KN 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://support.microsoft.com/help/3145500/ More info: http://www.codecguide.com/media_foundation_codecs.htm Even more info: http://www.codecguide.com/windows_media_codecs.htm MFP 32-bit + 64-bit (English): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/mediafeaturepack/ Microsoft Media Feature Pack 2015 (MFP2015) installs Windows Media Player 2015 (WMP2015) + Audio/Video Codecs 2015 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 10 N/KN 2015 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64): http://support.microsoft.com/help/3099229/ More info: http://www.codecguide.com/windows_media_codecs.htm MFP 2015 32-bit + 64-bit (English): http://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=49919 - MFP 2015 64-bit for Windows 10 N/KN 2015 64-bit (x64) [110 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/B/E/3/BE302763-5BFD-4209-9C98-02DF5B2DB452/KB3099229_x64.msu - MFP 2015 32-bit for Windows 10 N/KN 2015 32-bit (x86) [74 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/B/E/3/BE302763-5BFD-4209-9C98-02DF5B2DB452/KB3099229_x86.msu * Microsoft PowerShell 32-bit + 64-bit cross-platform task automation, scripting language, configuration management framework (.NET compatible) + interactive shell command line interface for Windows XP/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) (English, free, open source): http://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell/ - PowerShell 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 7 SP1/newer 32-bit (x86) + 64-bit (x64) [20-100 MB]: http://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell/releases/ Windows 7 SP1/8/8.1/2012 32-bit + 64-bit require Windows 10 Universal C Runtime (CRT) 32-bit + 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=50410 File [8 MB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/3/1/1/311C06C1-F162-405C-B538-D9DC3A4007D1/WindowsUCRT.zip PowerShell Documentation: http://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/ * Microsoft Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (WADK) 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 10/2016/2019/11/2022 customizes Windows images (.wim) for Windows installations + deployment by adding/removing/customizing components/drivers/apps/add-ons, includes tools: Windows Performance Toolkit (WPT), Windows Performance Recorder (WPR), Windows Performance Analyzer (WPA), Sysprep: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install/ WADK Setup [2.1 MB, Setup only]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/1/f/d/1fd2291e-c0e9-4ae0-beae-fbbe0fe41a5a/adk/adksetup.exe Windows Preinstallation Environment (PE) Add-on: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/winpe-intro/ Windows PE Add-on: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/download-winpe--windows-pe/ Windows PE Add-on Setup [1.6 MB, Setup only]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/5/5/e/55e3e34a-5708-46cd-a90d-92044c29336b/adkwinpeaddons/adkwinpesetup.exe WADK Setup + Windows PE Add-on Setup require an Internet connection + at least 1 GB of disk space for downloading components. WADK Tools: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/get-started/what-s-new-in-kits-and-tools/ OLDer WADK Editions + Tools for Windows 8/newer: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install/#other-adk-downloads Windows 8/8.1/2012 require Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) 4.5/newer: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR WADK What's New: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/get-started/what-s-new-in-kits-and-tools/ WADK Documentation: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/test/assessments/ WPT Documentation: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/test/wpt/ WPT Guide: http://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2016/05/11/top-down-analysis-wpt/ WPT Info: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/117625-download-install-windows-performance-toolkit-windows-10-a.html WPT Install Guide: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/wiki/contents/articles/4847.install-the-windows-performance-toolkit-wpt.aspx WPR Documentation: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/test/wpt/windows-performance-recorder/ WPA Documentation: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/test/wpt/windows-performance-analyzer/ Microsoft Performance Toolkit (MPT) Software Developers Kit (SDK): http://github.com/microsoft/microsoft-performance-toolkit-sdk/ MPT SDK Documentation: http://github.com/microsoft/microsoft-performance-toolkit-sdk/blob/main/documentation/Overview.md Microsoft Windows SDK 32-bit + 64-bit for Windows 10/2016/2019/11/2022: http://developer.microsoft.com/windows/downloads/sdk-archive/ * Microsoft SetupDiag [SetupDiag.exe] diagnostic tool for Windows 10 parses Windows Setup log files (.etl + .log) and detects install/setup/update/upgrade/repair errors/failures: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/upgrade/setupdiag/ SetupDiag.exe [572 KB]: http://download.microsoft.com/download/d/8/1/d8149356-6590-4bec-b1bd-a2adcf84ace9/SetupDiag.exe Requires Microsoft .Net Framework Redistributable (NFR) 4.6/newer: http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#NFR Microsoft Windows Setup Log Files and Event Logs: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/windows-setup-log-files-and-event-logs/ Microsoft Windows 10 Setup [Setup.exe] Command Line Options: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/windows-setup-command-line-options/ * Microsoft Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) for Windows 10/11 + Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 allows to install + run a modern/recent Linux distro as guest operating system (OS) in a Windows Virtual Machine (VM) Platform like Hyper-V: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/wsl/ http://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-install-wsl-2-on-windows-10/ Install a Linux distro in Windows 10/11: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/wsl/install/ http://www.windowscentral.com/how-install-wsl2-windows-10/ http://www.freecodecamp.org/news/how-to-install-wsl2-windows-subsystem-for-linux-2-on-windows-10/ http://pureinfotech.com/install-windows-subsystem-linux-2-windows-10/ WSL2: http://learn.microsoft.com/windows/wsl/compare-versions/#whats-new-in-wsl-2 WSL: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Subsystem_for_Linux Hyper-V: http://learn.microsoft.com/virtualization/hyper-v-on-windows/ Enable Hyper-V: http://learn.microsoft.com/virtualization/hyper-v-on-windows/quick-start/enable-hyper-v/ Hyper-V: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyper-V See also "Virtualization: Virtual Machine (VM) Tools + Emulators for Windows" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#VPC and "Virtualization: Virtual Machine (VM) Tools + Emulators for DOS" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/dos.htm#VM Linux distros: http://www.mdgx.com/linux.htm ______________________________________________________________________________ Tweak, Customize + Repair Tools on the Internet [free(ware)] * Windows 7/newer tweaking tools [free(ware)]: http://www.winaero.com/ http://www.wintools.info/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/category/downloads/ http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/ http://www.sordum.org/ http://www.itsamples.com/software.html http://www.mitec.cz/Data/XML/data_downloads.xml http://learn.microsoft.com/sysinternals/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/ http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortname/windows_7_8.html http://www.intowindows.com/15-free-windows-8-1-customization-tweaking-tools/ http://www.nextofwindows.com/a-list-of-windows-8-tweaking-tools/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/list-freeware-releases-from-the-windows-club/ http://www.softpedia.com/hubs/Tweak-Windows-8/ http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm http://www.mdgx.com/nettoys.htm http://www.mdgx.com/fw.htm http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php * Windows 10/11 Fixes + Workarounds: http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/sortname/windows_10_fixes.html * Comparison of Windows 10 Privacy tools: http://www.ghacks.net/2015/08/14/comparison-of-windows-10-privacy-tools/ * 11 Free Tools to Disable + Stop Windows 10 from Spying + Tracking You: http://www.geckoandfly.com/25083/ * MDGx "List of Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 Anti-spyware/Privacy Tools" section in 10_BLOCK.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#10BLK http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.php http://www.mdgx.com/10BLK/10_BLOCK.TXT * MDGx "Free(ware) Windows NTx Extras" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm * MDGx "1000+ Windows NTx Power Toys + Tweaking Tools [99.9% free(ware)]" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/toy.htm * MDGx "List of Useful Windows NTx Tools [99.9% free(ware)]" in TOOLS.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/tools.php http://www.mdgx.com/TOOLS.TXT * MDGx "Group Policy Editor (GPE) fixes + tools (free)" section in SOFTWARE.TXT (included): http://www.mdgx.com/xptoy.htm#GPO @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@