The complete idiot's guide to Windows 11 | How to do EVERYTHING
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If you're used to Windows 10, but just upgraded to Windows 11, or maybe got your first new computer in years, it has a lot of features that you may not be familiar with. Today, I break down ALL of the things that you might ever want to use or change in Windows 11, with step by step with on-screen instructions. Please share with anyone that you think might benefit from this tutorial! 💻 FREE computer recommendations: https://forms.gle/6hsvxDGpUFifH4WF8 Support the channel using our affiliate links! My TOP 10 Favorite Windows programs of all time - https://youtu.be/-dEB7kIU0TM MalwareBytes: https://prf.hn/l/q3BJaLB Every Windows user should do this right now! - https://youtu.be/OWPjOgAjr4o DriverMax: https://secure.2checkout.com/affiliate.php?ACCOUNT=INNOVAAL&AFFILIATE=133236&PATH=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.drivermax.com%3FAFFILIATE%3D133236 2-week FREE trial: stop Data Brokers from selling YOUR personal data - https://aura.com/askyourcomputerguy VIDEO LINKS: Windows 11 Right-click context menu registry fix - source: https://www.howtogeek.com/759449/how-to-get-full-context-menus-in-windows-11s-file-explorer/ - download: https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/win11_classic_context_menu_hack.zip TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - how to do ANYTHING in Windows 11 01:21 - all about the Windows 11 start menu 02:05 - how to pin apps to Windows 11 start menu 02:27 - how to rearrange pinned apps on Windows 11 start menu 02:43 - how to unpin or remove apps from Windows 11 start menu 03:02 - all about the Windows 11 apps when you right-click the start button 03:21 - how to shut down, restart or sign out of Windows 11 using the start menu 03:43 - how to remove recommended items on Windows 11 start menu 04:00 - how to move the Windows 11 taskbar left or center 04:47 - how to access the Windows 11 old style control panel 05:24 - how to access Windows 11 system settings feature 05:43 - how to personalize your Windows 11 desktop 06:03 - how to change your Windows 11 desktop wallpaper photo or background 06:14 - how to change Windows 11 desktop themes 06:22 - how to change Windows 11 lock screen settings 06:52 - how to change Windows 11 touch keyboard fonts and settings 07:03 - how to change what appears on Windows 11 start menu 07:28 - how to make changes to which folders appear on Windows 11 start menu 07:50 - how to add or remove Windows 11 features on the taskbar 08:02- how to turn Windows 11 taskview on or off 08:12 - how to turn Windows 11 widgets on or off 08:40 - how to view and install fonts in Windows 11 08:55 - how to check and reset device and data usage in Windows 11 09:15 - how to access display settings in Windows 11 10:40 - how to add or remove accounts or switch to a local account in Windows 11 14:45 - how to remove programs using Apps and Features in Windows 11 16:18 - how to access task manager in Windows 11 18:23 - how to access disk management in Windows 11 19:49 - how to add or delete or troubleshoot broken internet connection in Windows 11 22:15 - how to enable, disable or troubleshoot a wired or wireless network connection in Windows 11 23:06 - how to reset your network settings in Windows 11 24:24 - how to configure Windows updates, modify Windows update downloads and more in Windows 11 24:56 - how to access and use Windows 11 disk cleanup 25:42 - how to re-enable system restore and how to create restore points in Windows 11 28:28 - how to access built-in device troubleshooters in Windows 11 30:08 - how to access and change your power settings in Windows 11 34:29 - how to configure and change your Windows 11 desktop layout 38:25 - how to turn Windows file extensions back on in Windows 11 41:23 - how to restore the Windows classic right-click context menu in Windows 11 Help support the channel! ❤️ Purchase anything on my Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/POI6B4LK90RH?ref_=wl_share 💢 ALL the tools that I *highly* recommend and use personally every day... Hardware --- ◼ 142-piece magnetic electronics precision screwdriver set with 120 bits 👉 https://amzn.to/3exdNeb ◼ StarTech 4-bay USB 3.0 hard drive docking station 6Gbps 👉 https://amzn.to/3z6zNpG ◼ StarTech 2-bay USB 3.0 hard drive docking station SATA 6Gbps 👉 https://amzn.to/3sAGZt0 ◼ Godshark NVME to USB adapter M.2 SSD to Type-A USB 10Gbps 👉 https://amzn.to/3FGw3O8 ◼ Cordless, rechargeable air duster 6000mAh 10w fast-charging 👉 https://amzn.to/3pzJWIa 💢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ✔ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AskMeComputers ✔ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askyourcomputerguy ✔ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ask-your-computer-guy-953248217/ ✔ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askyourcomputerguy/ *** Affiliate link notice *** Some links included in this video are affiliate links. The creator may make a small percentage from any products you purchase through one of these links. This comes at ZERO extra cost to you, and greatly helps to support the growth of this channel!
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