Category: Windows 11

SMB over QUIC is a new feature in Windows Server 2025 that enables users to securely access Windows file shares over the internet without needing a VPN. This functionality, previously available only in the Windows Server 2022 Azure Edition, allows for direct access to SMB file servers from untrusted public networks. The protocol enhances security…

Microsoft has taken a significant step towards enhancing security by phasing out the deprecated NTLMv1 authentication protocol in Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. The removal of support for NTLMv1 aims to encourage users to adopt more secure alternatives such as Kerberos. Additionally, Microsoft has indicated that NTLMv2 may also face deprecation in…

This issue of Windows getting stuck at the "Getting Windows Ready. Don’t turn off your computer" message is fairly common, especially on Windows Server versions (2022, 2019, 2016) and occasionally on Windows 10 and 11. This often occurs after installing updates or modifying system roles and features. When encountering this message, the best initial advice…

Users who work in terminal sessions on an RDS (Remote Desktop Services) server often face a challenge with tiny UI elements making it hard to read. This problem is particularly evident for those using Full HD/HiDPI (Retina) monitors with high resolutions such as 2K and 4K. During an RDP session, users will find that the…

In Windows, certain processes can significantly increase disk I/O, adversely affecting overall system performance. This guide outlines essential Windows tools for identifying these high-disk-load processes. To start, the Task Manager is the most straightforward tool to monitor disk usage. You can access it by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc. Navigate to the Performance tab…

When Microsoft Defender Antivirus is not updating automatically, you need to follow some diagnostic and troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue. Windows 10 and 11 utilize two primary mechanisms for updating Microsoft Defender: through Windows Update and directly via the Defender engine. Mechanisms for Updates Windows Update: Updates are downloaded and installed through Windows Update.…

In enterprise environments with multiple administrators, tracking who installed or uninstalled software on Windows systems is crucial. To do this, you can extract information from the Windows Event Viewer logs. When applications are installed or uninstalled using the MSI installer, specific events are logged. The relevant event codes include: 11707: Indicates successful installation of an…

The Stunnel tool acts as a proxy service that enables the creation of a secure TLS tunnel for client-server applications lacking inherent encryption capabilities. It is often more efficient to use Stunnel for securing access to a specific application rather than deploying a comprehensive VPN solution. Stunnel can function in either server or client mode.…