Hmm... most people compromise security with convenience. Speaking of which, I recently asked you to please put a video on how to remove Windows 10 home or pro and install QUBES OS safely without any errors. But you didn't. Please make it fast. Thank you. Keep making such videos.
@@shauryashrivastava8965 I have tried to install QubeOS many times but I dont have the hardware to run it sadly but Qubes is the best OS out there. Hopefully one day I will find the perfect hardware to run it on.
I could use this on Win7 when its end of life runs out. After you accept Win10 updates your spyware will be activated by Windows again. I often store data on memory chips and in separate partition so I don't have to worry about malware. Cheers gov.
More than five years I have struggled a lot to fix my PC, even I lost some videos and a lot of files I had saved. I tried some maintenance but I got no solution even my window installation was corrupted and previously I have also lost two laptops b/c of these but now b/c of your support and other similar tutorials, I have learned how to fix all the problems and my PC is clean and faster than I expected. Thank you for all your support and good advice's. GBU!
Alternatively, simply arc-weld the USB ports to the Display-Port / HDMI / DVI / VGA ports. Minimum of 200Amperes required. Bonus points offered if this is done directly on the motherboard PCB traces!
I'm curious as to why you created your own Admin account as opposed to using the one built into Windows? What are the advantages of using your own user created Admin account over the built in one for this purpose?
The built in admin account has compatibility problems with some newer apps, I believe. Also Microsoft store and Xbox game pass might not work properly. But Allah (S.W.T.) knows best.
Ten minutes to convey: "Don't login to your PC as an administrator, unless you have a specific task that requires administrator privileges. Use a standard user account for your day-to-day activities." It is sane advice. Note that even if you are lazy and always login as an administrator, you will still get the "UAC" prompt if you try to install software that seeks administrator privileges -- you just won't have to put in your password (you will only have to click "Yes" to approve the task). In Windows 10, running as an administrator does not give you direct access to privileged tasks. It just makes it easy for your shell (your login) to achieve elevated privileges, which will allow you to wreck your system.
@Angel Wyngs I always close my eyes, count to ten, and then cross the street. I never had a problem. Those "look both ways" warnings are for paranoid people. And, yes, Angel Wyngs, I know that you are trolling for attention. Did my reply give you the "kick" that you so crave?
@Angel Wyngs, instead of deleting your moronic comment (the comment that my above "close my eyes" comment was replying to), a real man would own his post and admit that he wrote a moronic comment.
This is like a nice way of saying if you aren't smart enough to not get infected, you aren't smart enough to be an administrator. Also, doing this from computer management local users would be about a million times easier.
Great video for the average windows user. A small percentage of home users set a basic account on theyer pc's.. Almost half of them does not use any av software beside windows defender. All tweeks you have done between 5:48 - 6:02 are deleted by the system with first update. Basically you should redo this procedure after every update of windows. And there is no official way to block telemetry on win 10 permanently.
i'am back to confirm whatever has been said in this video - Works perfectly. After a 2,5 years having Accounts put like this i didn't have a single malware issue. I warmly recomend it as said - this should be on every computer you have. Thanks author for this gem.
That's what I did too! I created Admin account, and set it aside... then, created a user account(non-admin access) and logged into User account to use computer for general tasks. Admin account is set aside for installations and other critical tasks, maintenance etc., Such smartness. Much Knowledge. Wow wow me! :)
I use Noscript, it prevents a world of pain. The main way people get infected computers is opening email attachments from people they probably don't know, "upgrading" software they already use from dodgy sites instead of the developer's site, "Flash" being a serious culprit, and generally being careless.
Thanks Brian. I’ve known about this technique for years but, somehow, haven’t ever got around to implementing it. Will give it a go! Thanks for a great demo.
The biggest weakness of Windoze has always been that it does not separate admin from user accounts by default. Most users would never know that this feature exists.
An even better tip would be to install decent AV/firewall/sandbox/zero day attack prevention software. I log in every day with my administrator account, and I use Comodo Internet Security which is free. I have not had one single virus on my computer since the XP era.
Hi Brian....I asked this QUESTION below where you replied to another chap's comment but I will repeat it here, which is: "I am not a tech-savvy Nana, but I do try my best by listening to your advice. QUESTION: I do use CCleaner so can you advise on what I should use after I uninstall this? Thank you dear, for all your help....it means a lot to the older generation!"
Another great way to make sure you don't get viruses or mall ware is to run an add blocker. Email and ads is where most viruses come from. Never in my 20+ years of computing have I got either.
I've been using this method for the last 10 years. I do my everyday computing on a local standard account. I have also set up all my family computers with standard accounts. I maintain the computers with an admin account and they use their computers with the standard account.
This very clever and I have done ALL clients at work with no issues. Is it possible to have a "start-up" program to start up without it prompting me for a password every morning?
i have years on my computer and allot of programs games etc...etc...what good is it to start that now? What i mean is this method would be good for new formatted computers/laptops right?/
This is so brilliant. I've just discovered that powershell was allowing an administrator to secretly control my pc. This is exactly what I need. Lord knows how long he has had access to everything. Please please please make a video on how to delete powershell. I can't do it! Thanks so much Britec.
This is a good extra step for a little extra protection. I hear that Microsoft is really hiding the ability to add local user accounts in the newest builds of Windows 10.
Hello there! Thanks a lot for this very usefull advise! I'm gonna do this right now. Having several people using the same computer this is a must! My account was the administrator account but indeed it's better to have things separated. Liked and subscribed.
Gonna do this... my machine is quite lagging at times... almost every 30 min i guess... it freezes twice then get back up... it might be the 2gb ram perhaps, or its just infected in some ways... glad to have stumbled on this channel... gnna look on your other vids... i have seen some, but this time im gnna look at everything youve got... thnx for the tips and tricks... pls keep it up!
What is the use of local account rather than administrator account???? I am now using administrator account. What account is preferred for use??? If I use local account, then Is there any options not available for me?????
I was aware of this but hadn't bothered until recent months, i saw another video point out a ransomeware protection setting which i had noticed before, decided to try it and stated running into program fuction locked out but not notifying me. Had an argument with the uploader for giving generic advice and not telling their viewers what these tools actually do or educating his viewers on day to day habits for security rather then just relying on tools provided by his sponsers.
how do you do this on version 20H2. Local users and groups do not appear under computer management. I've tried a couple of times to preform this simply task, but with no luck.
Hi Brian, I added the extra account and then swapped the Standard and Admin around as per your video, and all seemed well. When I later went to edit a file, I could open it, but it wouldn't allow me to "Save as". I eventually solved this by going back into the new Admin account, then Manage Ransomeware Protection, and then "Allow an app through controlled folder access". Once I had added Affinity Publisher, and then returned to my standard account, there was no further problems with saving these documents. I suspect I will be doing this again with other apps.
A simple way is to use ''Shadow Defender'' software each time you restart it all goes back to your original settings. Some changes can be made to survive a restart, if you choose to.
The one simple trick was not so simple. And I still do't get what it accomplishes. I think you should have done a brief summary of what this simple trick does and then showed us how you did it.
Try investing in decent anti virus/malware then you don't have to worry about "accounts". Microsoft has your back on this one with UAC anyway and despite what some people might say NEVER TURN UAC (User Account Control) OFF
When I have created this additional account for myself, I then have to set everything up again for this new account in terms of design, favorite programs, games, desktop widgets and little helpers, e.g. "Translucent taskbar", wallpaper etc. as I did on my first original account also set up or is everything automatically taken over by the system or is there a trick for it? [Sorry, English isn`t my main, but I guess you know what I try to say.]
Hi Brian I've been using this for a while now works great. I have corrupted the local account can I delete it and make a new one are there any steps I need to go through first. Thank you for your help.
I think a good step to add is to make sure you first ensure that you are able to log in to your newly created Admin account before you downgrade your personal account to standard.
Thanks as always for a 'simple' security backup Brian, I also need to check I have all those 'spying' tabs off with recent MS updates they have likely been turned back on knowing MS? atvb t ..
Sweet thank you! You can also turn on in apps change the app install to windows store apps only(recommend)then you get a uac prompt Everytime it tries to install software. And you can click install anyway if it's legit.
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Great idea, thanks Brian! Just one problem here - when I run Computer Management there is no "Local Users and Groups" section. Is there a way of adding this? Thanks
Yes I have the same problems there is no Local Users and Groups section in Computer Management I’ve tried running Computer Management as an Administrator sill no joy. I am logged in as an admin and not a local account so I don’t understand. What am I doing wrong?
Hi Brian, I have set this up but when I go into computer management, there is no local users and groups folder showing, to enable me to finish setting up as you suggest! Have you any thoughts on why this is so?
@@julianeaston8607 it’s ok, the reason it isn’t on computer management is because windows 10 home doesn’t support it on that version. I would still suggest following the video as it is a lot safer
Linux has been doing it this way for years if not forever. For me it would drive me nuts because of how I customise everything and the level of control I'm used to but for the average user this is actually a really great idea.
1: Uninstall Wind-Blows 2: Unplug / disconnect from any and all networks 3: Physically DESTROY any (e-)SATA / USB etc ports on the machine. 4: Disconnect any internal optical drive (CD / DVD etc) Anyone that get's infected AFTER that needs to take one final step to fully protect their system 5: Permanently remove any / all power inputs to the machine at the same time physically destroying the corresponding power input socket on the machine. It's worth noting that after step 5, the frame rate on ANY game will be significantly affected to the point that the game becomes unplayable.
How many people are doing this already? a bet not a lot.
I use to do this and stopped but now Im going to do it again, thanks for the video.
Hmm... most people compromise security with convenience. Speaking of which, I recently asked you to please put a video on how to remove Windows 10 home or pro and install QUBES OS safely without any errors. But you didn't. Please make it fast. Thank you. Keep making such videos.
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@@shauryashrivastava8965 I have tried to install QubeOS many times but I dont have the hardware to run it sadly but Qubes is the best OS out there. Hopefully one day I will find the perfect hardware to run it on.
I could use this on Win7 when its end of life runs out. After you accept Win10 updates your spyware will be activated by Windows again. I often store data on memory chips and in separate partition so I don't have to worry about malware. Cheers gov.
More than five years I have struggled a lot to fix my PC, even I lost some videos and a lot of files I had saved. I tried some maintenance but I got no solution even my window installation was corrupted and previously I have also lost two laptops b/c of these but now b/c of your support and other similar tutorials, I have learned how to fix all the problems and my PC is clean and faster than I expected. Thank you for all your support and good advice's. GBU!
Protect Your Computer With This One Simple Trick
*Don't turn it on.*
Alternatively, simply arc-weld the USB ports to the Display-Port / HDMI / DVI / VGA ports. Minimum of 200Amperes required. Bonus points offered if this is done directly on the motherboard PCB traces!
I'm curious as to why you created your own Admin account as opposed to using the one built into Windows? What are the advantages of using your own user created Admin account over the built in one for this purpose?
The built in admin account has compatibility problems with some newer apps, I believe. Also Microsoft store and Xbox game pass might not work properly. But Allah (S.W.T.) knows best.
Ten minutes to convey:
"Don't login to your PC as an administrator, unless you have a specific task that requires administrator privileges. Use a standard user account for your day-to-day activities."
It is sane advice.
Note that even if you are lazy and always login as an administrator, you will still get the "UAC" prompt if you try to install software that seeks administrator privileges -- you just won't have to put in your password (you will only have to click "Yes" to approve the task).
In Windows 10, running as an administrator does not give you direct access to privileged tasks. It just makes it easy for your shell (your login) to achieve elevated privileges, which will allow you to wreck your system.
@Angel Wyngs I always close my eyes, count to ten, and then cross the street. I never had a problem.
Those "look both ways" warnings are for paranoid people.
And, yes, Angel Wyngs, I know that you are trolling for attention. Did my reply give you the "kick" that you so crave?
@Angel Wyngs, instead of deleting your moronic comment (the comment that my above "close my eyes" comment was replying to), a real man would own his post and admit that he wrote a moronic comment.
This is like a nice way of saying if you aren't smart enough to not get infected, you aren't smart enough to be an administrator. Also, doing this from computer management local users would be about a million times easier.
Might give this a go. Kinda reminds me of what you have to do in Linux to install software
You should use this method with windows.
I thought the exact same thing. Definitely going to do this on my windows system.
Great! Just don't install malicious CCleaner
Great video for the average windows user. A small percentage of home users set a basic account on theyer pc's..
Almost half of them does not use any av software beside windows defender.
All tweeks you have done between 5:48 - 6:02 are deleted by the system with first update. Basically you should redo this procedure after every update of windows.
And there is no official way to block telemetry on win 10 permanently.
Dear Brian , I also thank you for your time, and for the important and clear video.
You're welcome
Yes, yes, yes, yes!!! I've been recommending this to my Windows client for years. I'm amazed that this is not more common knowledge or whatever.
I've been told I should be doing this but, I never do but now I'm going to and I'm going to give it a strong password too. Cheers :-)
You're welcome John
i'am back to confirm whatever has been said in this video - Works perfectly. After a 2,5 years having Accounts put like this i didn't have a single malware issue. I warmly recomend it as said - this should be on every computer you have. Thanks author for this gem.
"stud muffin"! love it. haven't heard that term in forever. didn't know that the Brits use it too.
That's what I did too! I created Admin account, and set it aside... then, created a user account(non-admin access) and logged into User account to use computer for general tasks. Admin account is set aside for installations and other critical tasks, maintenance etc.,
Such smartness. Much Knowledge. Wow wow me! :)
I use Noscript, it prevents a world of pain. The main way people get infected computers is opening email attachments from people they probably don't know, "upgrading" software they already use from dodgy sites instead of the developer's site, "Flash" being a serious culprit, and generally being careless.
Thanks for the tip. Great, clear and concise. As always!
Thanks Brian. I’ve known about this technique for years but, somehow, haven’t ever got around to implementing it. Will give it a go! Thanks for a great demo.
I've done this now. Phew!
How about a link to the desktop wallpaper? It's gorgeous!
6:58 local users and groups doesn’t show as a visible selection for some reason. Can’t see if built in administration is disabled.
Ideas?
Mine doesn't either. Maybe it's different for Windows 10 Home? Hope Britech can tell us.
Same
The biggest weakness of Windoze has always been that it does not separate admin from user accounts by default. Most users would never know that this feature exists.
Also don't name your Admin acct. "Admin" pick an off the wall name ...Hackers will go after accts named "Admin" "Adminitstrator", etc...
An even better tip would be to install decent AV/firewall/sandbox/zero day attack prevention software. I log in every day with my administrator account, and I use Comodo Internet Security which is free. I have not had one single virus on my computer since the XP era.
Hi Brian....I asked this QUESTION below where you replied to another chap's comment but I will repeat it here, which is: "I am not a tech-savvy Nana, but I do try my best by listening to your advice. QUESTION: I do use CCleaner so can you advise on what I should use after I uninstall this? Thank you dear, for all your help....it means a lot to the older generation!"
BleachBit Free and built in store sense
@@Britec09 Thank you, dear! Always so appreciated; take care and all the best to you and your Family!
Mac users, like Linux users, have to put in password to make changes and install software.
Great tutorial. Thanks.
Yeah, Apple with its backdoor to all alphabet soup agencies. No thanks.
Another great way to make sure you don't get viruses or mall ware is to run an add blocker. Email and ads is where most viruses come from. Never in my 20+ years of computing have I got either.
I've been using this method for the last 10 years. I do my everyday computing on a local standard account. I have also set up all my family computers with standard accounts. I maintain the computers with an admin account and they use their computers with the standard account.
I'm already doing this. along with many other tips provided by you. and i'm so thankful. You sir are awesome
hi, the User Account Control at max level provide the same protection ?
no . it doesn't request password
This very clever and I have done ALL clients at work with no issues. Is it possible to have a "start-up" program to start up without it prompting me for a password every morning?
I have been doing this to all my window computers. One admin and I set myself up as a local account.
i have years on my computer and allot of programs games etc...etc...what good is it to start that now? What i mean is this method would be good for new formatted computers/laptops right?/
This is so brilliant. I've just discovered that powershell was allowing an administrator to secretly control my pc. This is exactly what I need. Lord knows how long he has had access to everything. Please please please make a video on how to delete powershell. I can't do it! Thanks so much Britec.
Thanks a lot this helped stop messing with the PC
This is a good extra step for a little extra protection. I hear that Microsoft is really hiding the ability to add local user accounts in the newest builds of Windows 10.
Yes - It is practically impossible to set up a brand new laptop user account with Windows pre-installed if you don't use a Microsoft account.
Thanks i always learn something when i watch your videos.
another great video Stud Muffin
lol you see that, go to the top of the class
Never go online if you are using it for inventions or some thing not to be shared the only way to really protect your computer !...
I have done this on older Windows OS. It is a good way to add security. Britec, When is a good time to add this type of layer of security?
Or I should ask, When is it the most effective ?
Hello there! Thanks a lot for this very usefull advise! I'm gonna do this right now. Having several people using the same computer this is a must! My account was the administrator account but indeed it's better to have things separated. Liked and subscribed.
Gonna do this... my machine is quite lagging at times... almost every 30 min i guess... it freezes twice then get back up... it might be the 2gb ram perhaps, or its just infected in some ways... glad to have stumbled on this channel... gnna look on your other vids... i have seen some, but this time im gnna look at everything youve got... thnx for the tips and tricks... pls keep it up!
What is the use of local account rather than administrator account????
I am now using administrator account.
What account is preferred for use???
If I use local account, then Is there any options not available for me?????
Thank you for your clear instructions, it has help me greatly!
My IT guy did this to mine using window 7 then in 8.1, it works my pc has not gone down for years.
Thanks a lot brother for your support
Thanks for this Brian new to all this stuff going through your vids to see what else i need to do
I think you are so so smart. I love your videos. You have helped me out of allot of computer problems
Thanks for the kind words.
Aewsome!!!Thanks for the knowledge,imtrying this method.
I was aware of this but hadn't bothered until recent months, i saw another video point out a ransomeware protection setting which i had noticed before, decided to try it and stated running into program fuction locked out but not notifying me. Had an argument with the uploader for giving generic advice and not telling their viewers what these tools actually do or educating his viewers on day to day habits for security rather then just relying on tools provided by his sponsers.
doesn't change access to files already saved on the PC ?
how do you do this on version 20H2. Local users and groups do not appear under computer management. I've tried a couple of times to preform this simply task, but with no luck.
Same
Hi Brian, I added the extra account and then swapped the Standard and Admin around as per your video, and all seemed well. When I later went to edit a file, I could open it, but it wouldn't allow me to "Save as". I eventually solved this by going back into the new Admin account, then Manage Ransomeware Protection, and then "Allow an app through controlled folder access". Once I had added Affinity Publisher, and then returned to my standard account, there was no further problems with saving these documents. I suspect I will be doing this again with other apps.
Thanks for the information. Will give it a try.
@ Britec09.
I have a question, when I go to computer management I dont find local users and groups it just is not there...
Could you please advise?
I can confirm the same issue for me. I'm running the Home Edition. I wonder if it's different than the Pro version.
Matfield Green Yes you right, thnx...
A simple way is to use ''Shadow Defender'' software each time you restart it all goes back to your original settings. Some changes can be made to survive a restart, if you choose to.
The one simple trick was not so simple. And I still do't get what it accomplishes. I think you should have done a brief summary of what this simple trick does and then showed us how you did it.
Try investing in decent anti virus/malware then you don't have to worry about "accounts". Microsoft has your back on this one with UAC anyway and despite what some people might say NEVER TURN UAC (User Account Control) OFF
I’ve never done this, but this is great!
When I have created this additional account for myself, I then have to set everything up again for this new account in terms of design, favorite programs, games, desktop widgets and little helpers, e.g. "Translucent taskbar", wallpaper etc. as I did on my first original account also set up or is everything automatically taken over by the system or is there a trick for it?
[Sorry, English isn`t my main, but I guess you know what I try to say.]
Please, correct me if I am wrong, but this setting will impact the performance of the computer for worse right?
Good vid mate. Btw are your background photo taken in Norway?
Very helpful, thank you for your time and share your knowledge.
Hi Brian
I've been using this for a while now works great.
I have corrupted the local account can I delete it and make a new one are there any steps I need to go through first.
Thank you for your help.
This could cause some licence issues with some software......
Crazy Clown No it doesn’t name one!
@@sturmbreakers7817 Office 365
Great video! You demonstrate using a local user account. Would there be any difference making a change like this if using a Microsoft account instead?
@Britec09 Hi Brian, thankyou very much for your time and knowledge! :-)
You're welcome Tony
Good tip another one would be to have sandbox app on system
I think a good step to add is to make sure you first ensure that you are able to log in to your newly created Admin account before you downgrade your personal account to standard.
This is an awesome option. Thank you for making this video!
So effectively, this is the same as using sudo in Linux
I've been recommending this tutorial to all my students
Local Users and Groups isn't available in Home version, as far as I know.
If it's simple how come it takes 10 mins to tell me?
Because he's from England... Just be thankful he's not Australian as it would take 45 minutes and a couple of kegs of XXXX
JUST ME yes I am slow, just got your message!
Crazy coincidence, my childhood nickname was stud muffin too 🤣
Protection is always a great thing:)
Oh yes
Saved, both as a YT favorite, and in my browser's bookmarks.
Thanks as always for a 'simple' security backup Brian, I also need to check I have all those 'spying' tabs off with recent MS updates they have likely been turned back on knowing MS?
atvb t ..
Sweet thank you! You can also turn on in apps change the app install to windows store apps only(recommend)then you get a uac prompt Everytime it tries to install software. And you can click install anyway if it's legit.
Great advice as always, thank you
Boy and do i need this tutorial, because i just purchase a Laptop few Months ago, and yes i do need some Protection .
So thanks a Lot, your the best.
You're welcome LeeRoy, if you need any help or advice, pop on our discord server.
@@Britec09 SO excuse my Ignorance , so what is the Discord server?
@@newjersey1029 A place where you can voice chat or text chat with other people, including me
@@Britec09 ids there a Link, how do i get there to text Chat?
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Nice tip as it all helps us to keep safer. Would this tip also work on windows 7 as I still use this on other old desktop computer.
sometimes simple is best, this is a great tip
This video is GREATLY appreciated. Merci beaucoup
Great idea, thanks Brian! Just one problem here - when I run Computer Management there is no "Local Users and Groups" section. Is there a way of adding this? Thanks
Yes I have the same problems there is no Local Users and Groups section in Computer Management I’ve tried running Computer Management as an Administrator sill no joy. I am logged in as an admin and not a local account so I don’t understand. What am I doing wrong?
Windows 10 Home Edition does not have Local Users and Groups option so that is the reason you aren't able to see that in Computer Management.
@@somethingmeaningful2923 Thanks for the explanation.
Something Meaningful Thank you
What about users not running Windows 10? Say for instance Win7 or XP?
Thanks Brian, how does this change in Windows 11, I can't find local users and groups to check the account properties?
Hi Brian, I have set this up but when I go into computer management, there is no local users and groups folder showing, to enable me to finish setting up as you suggest! Have you any thoughts on why this is so?
Same did you figure it out
@@cadez8386 Sorry no, just reverted back to single login and hope windows inbuilt protection keeps me safe.
@@julianeaston8607 it’s ok, the reason it isn’t on computer management is because windows 10 home doesn’t support it on that version. I would still suggest following the video as it is a lot safer
Linux has been doing it this way for years if not forever. For me it would drive me nuts because of how I customise everything and the level of control I'm used to but for the average user this is actually a really great idea.
Interesting. Thanks.
Cool. This is way beyond me. Sure glad I found you - Thanks
How does it handle windows updates?
You can setup a policy to allow windows updates, I make a video and show you how.
Great video Brian, what about malware that doesn't need to install and just runs, will it help with that ?
Like what? most malware needs to get certain permissions to do the work correctly
@@Britec09 I can't give specific examples, I was just under the impression that not all malware needs to install, like fake av.
Excellent, clearly explained
so if you need to change something as admin you will have to change accounts EVERY single time.
Should I use this new Admin acct whenever I'm online or only when i want to download something? Sorry I'm 70yrs old and not very high tech. thanks.
But now my usual account it connected to outlook.
Does that matter?
Or should I make a new standard account?
Please reply.
Nice and easy to do, thanks.
Very helpful, thanks
1: Uninstall Wind-Blows
2: Unplug / disconnect from any and all networks
3: Physically DESTROY any (e-)SATA / USB etc ports on the machine.
4: Disconnect any internal optical drive (CD / DVD etc)
Anyone that get's infected AFTER that needs to take one final step to fully protect their system
5: Permanently remove any / all power inputs to the machine at the same time physically destroying the corresponding power input socket on the machine.
It's worth noting that after step 5, the frame rate on ANY game will be significantly affected to the point that the game becomes unplayable.
This was a very helpful tip, a thousand thanks
I used to do thant in WinXP. But now there is user account control. It isn't for that purpose? Thank you.