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Hi, This evening I will be receiving my new laptop. In the past I have done all privacy and performance enhancing changes manually. I have seen post of programs (like O&O shutup) which perform these tweaks automatically. Therefor I am asking for recommendations for programs which helpt to streamline Windows 11, e.g. - disabling telemetry (without breaking or reducing Windows security and updates) - removing Microsoft store apps and games which come with every fresh Windows 11 installation...
Thread 'Restyle in Paint begins rolling out to Windows Insiders'
Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out updates to Paint to Windows Insiders in the Canary, Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11. Paint (version 11.2509.441.0) In this update we are introducing Restyle, an AI-powered feature that lets you transform the art style of images on the canvas. To get started, open Paint and select the Restyle option from the Copilot menu. Choose from a preset list of styles and select the Generate button. Once the restyled images are generated, you...
Windows 11 KB5070773 emergency update out to fix Recovery failure in Windows 11 25H2 / 24H2 https://www.windowslatest.com/2025/10/21/windows-11-kb5070773-emergency-update-released-to-fix-winre-issues-in-windows-11-25h2-24h2/
Thread 'DefenderUI Cloud-delivered protection is off'
I'm really confused here. I am using DefenderUI (Agressive Profile) & i noticed today that my `Cloud-delivered protection & Automatic smaple submission is off" & disabled (This setting is managed by your administrator). This is my own personal pc so i am the administrator. Cloud-delivered protection is on according to DefenderUI but not according to Windows. Here are some screenshots:
Thread 'Sharing status'
Why Program Files folders, Windows, and Users folders have "shared" status in Windows explorer? Windows is installed 4 days ago, with only the default "local" admin during install. No email is used, one drive is not installed. Any features related to remote access are disabled after install.
I asked ChatGPT to summarize the top 3 performers: Here is the result : As has been said by several members, the best way is to pick out good AV's is to take results across several years of tests.
Thread 'Random Files popping up in ProgramData'
Hello I just joined this forum I been doing some manual cleaning and noticed theres these random files keep coming back into my programdata folder it has no SHA no signatures or anything have anyone see these before? not my picture but exact same situation
Hi there, I am not a computer wiz so please bear with me. I sometimes check my browser settings on -do i leak- and recently my dns shows up as being from Turkey, which has never happened before. Everything seems fine and I've had no warnings from AVG. Should I be concerned and if so what is going on? Thanks in advance
https://www.neowin.net/news/windows-11-kb5066835-kb5066793-october-2025-patch-tuesday-out/ https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/9-new-features-coming-with-the-october-2025-security-update-for-windows-11-versions-25h2-and-24h2
Thread 'Copilot on Windows: Settings support begins rolling out to Windows Insiders'
Hello Windows Insiders, we are excited to begin rolling out a new update for the Microsoft Copilot app on Windows that introduces the following changes and improvements: Direct Settings Access: Now, if Copilot on Windows users ask a question related to their PC settings, Copilot will provide a direct link to the relevant Windows Settings. Just ask 'Make my screen easier to read' or 'Help me focus by reducing distractions,' and Copilot will guide you to the Windows settings page. Direct...
Seems AMD is cooking something for everyone.
Users with CPU ineligible for running 24H2 or higher will keep using 23H2.
Hello guys! help plase becouse need security solution for my gaming PC. Spec r9 7950x3d 64gb od ram and Rtx 5090. I need good protection and lightest as possible suit. Im thinking between Eset premium,McAfee total security or stay with Windows defender. What will be best? Regards
Thread 'One different character style (the same character) can lead to a phishing page'
https://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/hackers-are-creative.458208/
Thread 'Copilot on Windows: Connectors, and Document Creation begin rolling out to Windows Insiders'
Hello Windows Insiders, we are excited to begin rolling out a new update for the Microsoft Copilot app on Windows that introduces the following changes and improvements: Connectors: Copilot on Windows now supports connecting to personal services like OneDrive, Outlook (including email, contacts, and calendar), Google Drive, Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Contacts. These connections make it easier for users to find their content across multiple accounts. In this initial release, Copilot...