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Windows 10 Version 1809

by | Jun 10, 2019 | Microsoft, Productivity, Security, Student articles, Windows

Windows 10 Version 1809 Features and uses.     Windows Security  Updates to the Current threats section in the Virus and Threat Protection settings have been put in place. Makes it easier to keep a tab on anything on your computer that might be causing issues or be a security liability. It does this using a quick scan or you can choose a more thorough process. It also gives increased control over files so that malware does not corrupt important data. Windows can block apps known to have malware, but if you have a 3rd party App that you need to get through, you can manual allow it through controlled access.  A Performance and Health scan will now let you know if your time and date settings are not synced and present you with options.   Easily see all the security software on your device by going to settings/ Security Providers.    BitLocker  Can now be accessed on devices that don’t pass the Hardware Security Test Interface, or you can disable this function. You can also now choose your own encryptions for BitLocker devices instead of using the automatic one.     Windows Defender Application  Standalone users can now install and change WDAG settings without changing Registry Keys. And Enterprise users can now see the settings that admins have put in place.   Windows Defender Firewall now supports Windows Subsystem for Linux processes.   Make your own rules for a WSL process same as you would normally and it supports notifications having to do with the process and will prompt you for access permissions.  Microsoft Edge now has new Group settings that can be configured:...

Windows 10 Updates

by | May 14, 2019 | Windows

Windows 10 offers a great variety to its users and features tools to assist those in computer work easier and more effectively. Many college students at MATC and businesses in general can utilize this to its full extent, with its wide array of programs and shortcuts to navigate Windows quicker than its previous versions. The new Windows 10 updates further this and make Windows 10 the most efficient OS to use, optimizing features and providing new ones for a better experience. Windows offers easy access between Android and iPhone smart phones and your computer. You can drag and drop photos from phone to PC or have a seamless internet session open and transfer over to your computer by sending the webpage to your PC. With this, it will make internet viewing more efficient to trade to a larger view, and allows a better way to edit photos, as a wired connection is no longer required to transfer photos to your PC through importing. IOS and Android also now feature Edge, which is another product of Microsoft. Windows 10 updates now features new security measures. Windows Antivirus has better detection, Windows Defender reaches out to more programs, and detects ransom ware more efficiently. For businesses or research on risky sites or for general risky computer usage, this will help retain the resiliency of your PC to defend against virus threats, including other possible malicious intent to your PC. Windows 10 in general is an effective OS for many practical uses. Between security and phone connection there are a lot of practical uses for the OS that helps distinguish it as...

New features of latest Windows 10 Update

by | May 14, 2019 | Microsoft, Student articles, Windows

One of the most important features of Microsoft Windows 10, going back to when it was first released back in 2015, is that Microsoft promises to continue pushing out major feature updates every 6 months or so. This appears to be the case as over the last few years the operating system has seen some very interesting updates, features and add-ons. This article will explore each of the most recent updates and what they mean for the information technology professional. 1709: The Fall Creators Update, or update 1709, introduced Windows Autopilot. Windows Autopilot streamlines the Windows client deployment process. It is used by creating a settings and configuration profile. When a new computer is deployed with Windows 10 on the domain, Autopilot allows the IT professional to automate the Windows setup process. New and expanded Windows analytics tools allow mre clarity and control over operating system functionality, such as driver compatibility, post upgrade health reports, and advanced report filtering capabilities. Device Health is a new device analytics app that, among other things, identified which apps and drivers crash frequently. Microsoft with 1709 also released new Windows Security baselines, which are recommended default security settings. 1803: S mode is a feature in this version of Windows update that removes a large deal of functionality from the operating system, essentially “locking” it, preventing users from negatively affecting performance. In S mode, users can only download and install approved apps form the Microsoft Store. Windows Kiosk deployment allows IT pros to set up windows-based kisosks much more easily. Windows 10 subsrictopn activation now allows a virtualized machine to inherit activation from the...

Windows 10 Update 1803 New Features and Improvements

by | May 14, 2019 | Information Technology Fundamentals, Microsoft, News, Security, Windows

Windows 10 continues to gain more features with updates that thankfully have some substance it would appear. There quite a few updates that are streamlining many processes for IT Professionals as well as ensuring that Windows 10 is a more secure browser. Security is a vital feature of any OS and Update 1803 certainly ensures that improvements continue to be made. With 1803, S mode will now be possible on the Enterprise edition of Windows 10. S mode is a mode that is noted for it being streamlined, with better security and better speed. S mode for example boots up 15 seconds faster than standard Windows 10. In addition, S mode only allows apps from the Microsoft Store to be added, reducing the risk of infection to a PC, in addition S mode only allows Edge to be used as the web browser until other browsers are available in the Windows Store. Update 1803 now allows for S mode to be available on Enterprise editions of Windows 10, through activating Pro in S mode first and then upgrading to Enterprise edition. Continuing with security, Windows Defender now shares information with Microsoft 365 services and allows both to communicate with each other about threat detection. Windows Defender Exploit Guard is now also extended to support Microsoft Office software. There is also additional for those using virtualization to now include VBS and HVCI to be possible now truly on Windows 10. For those who don’t like that their PC is sending diagnostic data to Windows can now delete such data. Protection of the user and enterprise is one the pillars of...

Windows 10 v 1809 Useful Features

by | May 7, 2019 | Microsoft, Windows

Microsoft Windows 10 version 1809 Features Review Set up a Kiosk What is it? This is a very helpful feature to help admin quickly set up a PC as a kiosk that can be used by customers. It supports two kiosk types: Digital / Interactive signage and Public browsing. Digital / Interactive signage is displaying a specific website in full screen and it runs InPrivate mode. Public browsing allows users to have multiple tabs on the browser but users cannot change the window size. However, users can clear browsing history and end session to start a new session. This also runs InPrivate mode and admin can configure auto start of a new session after inactivity. How to configure it: There are 4 ways to configure Set up kiosk: locally, powershell, Windows Configuration Designer and MDM provider kiosk configuration. Local setup is a quick way to set up individual PC as a kiosk. It can be found at Settings > Accounts > Family & Other users > Set up a kiosk > Assigned access > Get started Notes: Only apps that can run above the lock screen can be configured as a kiosk app. UAC needs to be enabled to use kiosk mode. Kiosk mode is not supported over remote connection. Needs to create a local account without password to work Allows the kiosk to auto boot without prompting for username and password to reduce confusion and create seamless experience of kiosk Helpful Links: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/configuration/kiosk-single-app Wireless Projection What is it? This new feature adds the wireless projection toolbar onto the top of the computer screen like remote desktop connection. Its...