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Windows Security for Ubuntu Installation Checklist

Before You Install Ubuntu

If you're dual-booting Windows and Ubuntu, or replacing Windows...

How to Fix Windows Security Authentication Failed Error

When you see the error 'Windows Security authentication failed' while trying to access a network ...

Fix Windows Terminal Not Working with VPN

If Windows Terminal stops working when your VPN is connected—freezing, failing to launch, or show...

Fix Command Prompt Login Loop Not Responding

You sign in to Windows, but instead of the desktop, you see a command prompt window that appears,...

Fix BitLocker Error 0x8031004b After Settings Reset

If you see error 0x8031004b when trying to unlock or enable BitLocker after a settings reset, it ...

Fix Outlook SMTP 587 Port Already Allocated Error

You try to set up or send email in Outlook, and you see an error about port 587 already being all...