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How to avoid scare screens and scams
What’s a Scare Screen?
A scare screen is a scam tactic that tricks users into thinking something's wrong with their system—usually to get them to call a fake support number.
Modern scare screens often force your browser into full-screen mode to make it seem like your system is locked. In reality, it’s just the browser in full-screen (you can usually press F11 to exit). Some will play beeping sounds and use voice messages like “Your PC has been locked.” It’s all fake—nothing serious is actually happening.
A Very Common Scare Screen
Easiest way to close these popups:If you're quick, just close the tab, not the whole browser. That usually gets you back to normal (either to your desktop or another open tab).
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Windows 11 is going to remove BypassNRO
Microsoft is making waves in the Windows internals once again. In the latest Windows 11 Insider Dev preview build 26200.5516, the tech giant has quietly removed the popular BypassNRO.cmd script—a tool that allowed users to bypass the Microsoft Account requirement during setup. This decision marks another bold step in Microsoft’s quest to push a cloud-centric experience, enforce enhanced security protocols, and streamline user interaction from the get-go.
A Quick Recap: What Was the BypassNRO.cmd Script?
For many Windows enthusiasts, the ability to set up a local account on Windows 11 meant freedom from a mandated Microsoft Account sign-in—a feature that some saw as an invasion of privacy. The BypassNRO.cmd script emerged as a clever workaround in the pre-production builds. Here’s how it worked:
The Setup Hack: During the Out-Of-Box Experience (OOBE), when the “Let’s connect you to a network” screen appears, pressing Shift+F10 opens a command prompt.
Execution: Typing the…
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How to renew a Norton 360 for gamers
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WordPad will be gone in the latest 24h2 update of windows 11!!
Microsoft removed WordPad from Windows in a recent update. It was a free, basic text editor that came pre-installed since Windows 95 but is no longer included in newer Windows versions. Microsoft announced this decision in 2023, encouraging users to switch to Microsoft Word for richer text editing or Notepad for simpler tasks.
If you need a lightweight alternative, many free options are available, including Notepad++, LibreOffice Writer, and Google Docs.
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October 14, 2025 Windows 10 Updates are going away!
Upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11 offers several benefits, especially in terms of performance, security, and productivity features. Here’s a summary of some of the key advantages:
1. Improved Performance
Enhanced Speed and Efficiency: Windows 11 is optimized for newer hardware, resulting in faster boot times, better resource management, and smoother performance overall. For example, updates are faster and install seamlessly in the background.
Better Gaming Performance: With features like Direct Storage and Auto HDR, gaming on Windows 11 provides faster load times and richer visuals, especially on supported hardware.
2. Updated User Interface
Refreshed Design: Windows 11 has a more modern, simplified look with cantered Start Menu, rounded corners, and new icon designs, making the interface more consistent and visually appealing.
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Easiest way of connecting your PC / Laptop to the internet
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