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How to Change the Default Shell in Windows Terminal

Windows Terminal lets you run multiple shells (PowerShell, Command Prompt, WSL, etc.) in one wind...

Fix Microsoft Store Authentication Failed Error

When you see an authentication failed error in the Microsoft Store, it usually means the store ca...

Fixing Git SSL Certificate Problems on Windows

You try to clone or pull a repository and see an error like SSL certificate problem: unable...

Fix Grayed Out Windows Terminal Settings
You open Windows Terminal, go to Settings, and find most options grayed out. This usually means t...

Fix Firefox Secure Connection Failed Due to Antivirus Interference
You try to visit a website in Firefox and see a Secure Connection Failed error, ...

Windows Security Slow Performance Checklist
If Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) is making your system feel sluggish—slow scans, d...


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