A few months ago, I wrote about User Account Control (UAC), a controversial new feature slated for inclusion in Windows Vista. Here’s what I had to say last December: The theory behind UAC is sound: ...

Let’s say you try to start an application by using elevated permissions. For example, you right-click cmd.exe and select Run as administrator. A User Account ...

In early June, Computerworld published the story, “Visual Tour: 20 Things You Won’t Like About Windows Vista.” At the bottom of page 5 of that story, I wrote that the built-in Administrator account is ...

In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz explains how you can activate and use the real Administrator account in Microsoft Windows 7. As you know, the User Account Control (UAC) ...

If you don't like the new User Account Control prompt on Windows 10, here's how you can bring the old style back. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here ...

If you disable the User Account Control in Windows 10, all programs will have same security clearance as the account you're logged in with. However, disabling that feature is a terrible idea. Sarah is ...

In Windows 11/10 OS, User Account Control (UAC) is a feature that is designed to prevent unauthorized changes to your operating system. In today’s post, we will attempt to provide an explanation as to ...

To create a local user account, head into Settings > Accounts > Other Users, click "Add Account," choose "I Dont Have This Persons Sign-In Information," select "Add a User Without a Microsoft Account, ...

The built-in Administrator account is disabled by default in Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista. It is disabled to enhance security as this is a common account targeted by hacking scripts and ...