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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...

Fix Microsoft Store Authentication Failed Error

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

Change Windows Update Port to Fix 'Already Allocated' Error

When you see "port already allocated" during Windows Update, it usually means an...

Fix VS Code Python Interpreter Not Showing or Selecting

You open the Command Palette, type Python: Select Interpreter, and nothing happens. Or t...

Fix Microsoft Store Stuck on Loading After Update

After a Windows update, you may find the Microsoft Store stuck on a loading screen, spinning endl...

How to Fix BitLocker File Locked Error

When you see a "file locked" error with BitLocker, it usually means the drive is encrypted but so...