Although the concept of multiple users sharing one device or one PC is getting rarer by the day, there are still cases when you have to share PCs. In such a situation, it is useful to have multiple user accounts on a single PC. In Windows 10, it is possible to prevent specific user accounts or members of a group from signing in to the operating system locally.
Category: Windows 10
Windows 10 Build 17763.404 is out (KB4490481, Release Preview)
Microsoft is releasing a new Windows 10 update to Insiders who have configured their devices to receive updates from the Release Preview ring. The update raises the OS version to build 17763.404.
Disable Dimmed Secure Desktop for UAC Prompt in Windows 10
User Account Control, or just UAC is a part of the Windows security system which prevents apps from making unwanted changes on your PC. By default, the UAC prompt appears on a the dimmed secure desktop when you get an security request by the User Account Control. Here is how to enable or disable this feature in Windows 10.
Windows 10 Version 1607 is Reaching End of Support in a Few Days
Windows 10 version 1607 was released in August 2016. Since then, Microsoft has released a few major updates for the Windows 10 platform, including Creators Update (version 1703) and Fall Creators Update (version 1709). At the same time, previous Windows 10 versions have received a bunch of cumulative updates, including security fixes and stability improvements. In a few days, the OS is reaching its end of servicing.
Hide Administrator Account From UAC Prompt in Windows 10
User Account Control, or just UAC is a part of the Windows security system which prevents apps from making unwanted changes on your PC. By default, the UAC prompt shows administrative accounts which can be selected by standard users to elevate a program. For extra security, you can hide administrative accounts from that dialog, so standard users have to additionally enter valid credentials for a local administrator account including a user name and password.
Updated ISO Images for Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Build 17763 is the final version of the October 2018 Update. It is available in the production branch and in the Semi-Annual Channel. Microsoft has updated the ISO images by integrating recent fixes and cumulative updates.
Windows 10 Version 1809 is Ready for Broad Deployment
In addition to the full rollout of Windows 10 version 1809, Microsoft has announced that it is stable enough to be installed in an enterprise environment. Windows 10, version 1809 has transitioned to broad deployment.
Set Deadline Before Auto-Restart for Update in Windows 10
Windows 10 is set to check for updates automatically unless you disable this feature manually. There is the policy Specify deadline before auto-restart for update installation which allows specifying the deadline in days before the OS automatically restarts outside of active hours. The deadline can be individually set for quality and feature updates.
Enable UAC Prompt for Built-in Administrator in Windows 10
User Account Control, or just UAC is a part of the Windows security system which prevents apps from making unwanted changes on your PC. By default, the UAC prompt doesn't appear for the built-in Administrator account since it runs with full administrative privileges. For extra security, you can enable the UAC confirmation for that account.
Disable Drop Shadows for Desktop Icon Labels in Windows 10
Your Desktop is a special folder which shows your background wallpaper that you have chosen and your files, folders, documents, shortcuts and all such items you have stored. It appears every time you sign in to Windows. Today, we will learn how to enable or disable drop shadows for Desktop icon labels in Windows 10. We will review two methods, including the GUI, and a Registry tweak.
