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Microsoft Device PUID (Passport Unique Identifier) explained

Historical Context and Naming Microsoft’s consumer identity system began as .NET Passport (later Windows Live ID, and today Microsoft Account / MSA). Within that system, PUID (Passport Unique Identifier) was the internal name for unique numeric identifiers assigned to users and, later, devices. The Device PUID is therefore a specialized Passport Unique Identifier issued for… Read More Microsoft Device PUID (Passport Unique Identifier) explained

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What is User Account Control (UAC), how it functions, its benefits and limitations

What is User Account Control (UAC)? User Account Control (UAC) was introduced in Windows Vista (2006) and has been a core component of all subsequent Windows versions, including Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11. At its essence, UAC enforces the principle of least privilege. It ensures that applications and users operate with only the minimum… Read More What is User Account Control (UAC), how it functions, its benefits and limitations

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Understanding the Windows 11 File Explorer Options settings

1) General tab Settings 1.1 Open File Explorer To This setting determines the default landing page (startup view) when you launch File Explorer—via Win + E, taskbar icon, or Start menu. It is located at the top of the General tab and uses a dropdown menu. Changes apply immediately after clicking Apply or OK and… Read More Understanding the Windows 11 File Explorer Options settings

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Understanding Compatibility Support Module (CSM) : Bridging Legacy BIOS and Modern UEFI Systems

Understanding Compatibility Support Module (CSM) The Compatibility Support Module (CSM) is a specialized feature integrated into modern computer firmware, specifically within UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) systems. It serves as a bridge between contemporary hardware and older, legacy technologies, enabling compatibility with systems, software, and hardware that were designed for the traditional BIOS (Basic Input/Output… Read More Understanding Compatibility Support Module (CSM) : Bridging Legacy BIOS and Modern UEFI Systems

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Understanding the .NET Desktop Runtime and its uses

What is the .NET Desktop Runtime? The .NET Desktop Runtime is a component of the .NET platform, Microsoft’s free, open-source, cross-platform framework for building and running applications. Specifically, it enables you to run existing Windows desktop applications built with .NET technologies like Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), Windows Forms, or other desktop-focused workloads. It includes the… Read More Understanding the .NET Desktop Runtime and its uses

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Understanding the disk Partitions

Computer storage refers to the hardware and associated structures used to store data, programs, and instructions for processing. Storage devices can be broadly categorized into primary (volatile, e.g., RAM) and secondary (non-volatile, e.g., hard drives, SSDs) storage. This article focuses on secondary storage, specifically disks and partitions, which are critical for organizing and managing data… Read More Understanding the disk Partitions

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