#BitLocker Recovery Password Viewer

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Install Remote Server Administration Tools on Windows 11

Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) for Windows includes Server Manager, Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-ins, consoles, Windows PowerShell cmdlets and providers, and command-line tools for managing roles and features that run on Windows Server. In this guide, we shall discuss the steps to install Remote Server Administration Tools on Windows 11. Because these steps have slightly…

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Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18995 released

Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18995 released in Fast Ring.

What’s new

Windows Hello PIN in Safe mode Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers to help you troubleshoot problems on your PC. If a problem doesn’t happen in Safe mode, this means that default settings and basic device drivers aren’t causing the issue. With the latest flight, we’re taking another step forward in our Passwordless journey by adding Windows Hello PIN sign-in support to Safe mode, so that you no longer have rely on your password when troubleshooting your device. Try it out with the instructions below and let us know what you think! Set up Windows Hello in Settings > Accounts > Sign-in optionsBoot your device into Safe mode: Settings > Update and Security > RecoveryUnder Advanced startup select Restart nowAfter your PC restarts to the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart. You may be asked to enter your BitLocker recovery key.After your PC restarts, you’ll see a list of options. Select 4 or press F4 to start your PC in Safe Mode. You can also select 5 or press F5 to use Safe Mode with Networking. Sign in to your device with your Windows Hello PIN

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) Improvements Fix an issue where DrvFs mounts stopped working after an operation was interrupted (e.g. ctrl-c) Fix handling of very large hvsocket messages Fix issue with interop when stdin is a file Fix service crash when unexpected network state is encountered Query the distro name from the interop server if the current process does not have the environment variable Fix issue with interop whe stdin is a file Update Linux kernel version to 4.19.72 Add ability to specify additional kernel command line parameters via .wslconfig kernelCommandLine = # Additional kernel command line arguments

Other updates for Insiders

Your Phone app–multiple new features rolling out to all users We’re pleased to announce that Link to Windows feature, which seamlessly connects your phone to your Windows 10 PC, is rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, S10 5G, and Fold devices in select global markets. With Link to Windows natively integrated into your device, it’s simple and convenient to send messages, manage notifications, sync photos, and mirror your phone on your PC. Phone screen, which allows you to access your Android phone’s apps right from your PC while using your keyboard and mouse or touch screen, is also rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, S10 5G, and Fold devices in select global markets. You can try out multi-touch gestures such as pinch to zoom, rotate, or swipe from your PC’s touchscreen while using Phone screen. If you have one of these devices, give it a try. This is a gradual rollout, so stay tuned for more to come on additional markets and devices. Battery level indicator & phone’s home screen wallpaper In addition to Phone screen and Link to Windows expansion, two additional features are rolling out to all users–battery indicator, which will provide quick access to your phone’s battery levels right in the app without needing to check your device, and Your Phone icon within the app, which will show your current static home screen wallpaper for a personal touch. All of these features are gradually rolling out to users, so they may take a few days to be available inside the Your Phone app. Please make sure you have the latest versions of Your Phone Companion and the Your Phone app. We value your feedback, so give it a try and let us know what you think. You can report any issues under Your Phone > Settings > Send feedback.

General changes, improvements, and fixes

We’ve made some improvements to address an issue resulting in some users frequently seeing a notification saying their account needed to be fixed, but the Settings page that opened showed no action was necessary.We fixed an issue resulting in some Insiders seeing error 0x80242016 when trying to upgrade.We fixed an issue where you might be prompted to fix something before you could update, but the dialog with what to fix didn’t display the issue that needed fixing.We fixed an issue resulting in the mouse cursor unexpectedly showing up in screenshots in recent builds.We fixed an issue impacting reliability of taking screenshots with WIN+Shift+S / Snip & Sketch.We fixed an issue where, if you started a snip from Snip & Sketch by pressing New and had “automatically copy to clipboard” enabled, the first initial copy might be blank.We fixed an issue where the Action Center might be visible in screenshots recently if you started them by pressing the Screen Snip quick action.We fixed an issue for multi-mon devices that could cause random crashes in UWP apps when switching focus between monitors.We fixed a high hitting DWM crash from the last few flights.We fixed an issue in recent flights that resulted in Skype unexpectedly closing the first time it was launched and you tried to sign in.We’ve updated our File Explorer context menu logic, so if you right-click on a .HEIC image file, you’ll now have the option to Print or Set as Desktop Background, as you can with other image file types.We fixed an issue where you might need to invoke the File Explorer context menu twice before the option to create a new Text Document would appear.We’ve made some improvements to help address an issue where search may appear blank.We fixed an issue resulting in some users seeing a 0x000007D1 when trying to print.We fixed an issue where the publisher information was unexpectedly blank for some apps in App Settings.We fixed an issue where the Windows Update information in the Settings header could be out of date.We fixed an issue where turning Bluetooth off then back on while a Bluetooth audio device was paired could take an unexpectedly long time.We fixed a crash when adding devices in Devices Settings.We fixed an issue where the ImmGetVirtualKey function wasn’t returning VK_PROCESSKEY even if an IME was enabled.We fixed an issue where pressing space to enter selected word with the Changjie IME when using the touch keyboard might not work.We fixed a ctfmon.exe crash when using the Japanese IME if reconversion was triggered with a partial selection.We fixed an issue where ctfmon.exe would crash if you attempted to use dictation from the touch keyboard in certain apps.We fixed an issue impacting Windows Ink Workspace reliability.We fixed an issue that could result in pinned websites icons in the taskbar sometimes unexpectedly switching from their actual icon to the default browser icon.We fixed an issue where calendar events created from the taskbar clock and calendar flyout wouldn’t have a default 15min reminder set.We fixed an issue where if the taskbar changed scale enough times while an IME was active, it would lead to the input indicator disappearing from the taskbar.We fixed an issue resulting in transparent/invisible app thumbnails in snap assist when snapping an app to the side when in tablet mode.We fixed an issue where Task View would display that the navigation pane of certain apps was expanded, even if it was actually collapsed.We’ve improved Magnifier performance when using touch.We’ve updated our logic, Magnifier UI will now show properly when alt-tabbing if Magnifier was minimized originally.We’ve fixed a few small issues with the Text cursor indicator page in Settings.We fixed an issue where, when using the text cursor indicator, you might unexpectedly see a focusable Eoaexperiences.exe app running in the taskbar.We’ve improved the reading of email when objects such as images are embedded in the message while using Narrator to remove the repeating of information while moving through the content.We fixed a bug in Narrator where the link sound did not play in certain scenarios.We fixed an issue with older drivers showing as available for download. If you continue to see older drivers in the Option updates section of Windows Update, please let us know.

Known issues

There has been an issue with older versions of anti-cheat software used with games where after updating to the latest 19H1 Insider Preview builds may cause PCs to experience crashes. We are working with partners on getting their software updated with a fix, and most games have released patches to prevent PCs from experiencing this issue. To minimize the chance of running into this issue, please make sure you are running the latest version of your games before attempting to update the operating system. We are also working with anti-cheat and game developers to resolve similar issues that may arise with the 20H1 Insider Preview builds and will work to minimize the likelihood of these issues in the future.Certain 2D apps (like Feedback Hub, Microsoft Store, 3D Viewer) are incorrectly being treated as having protected content within Windows Mixed Reality. During video capture, these 2D apps block their content from being recorded.When capturing a repro video while filing a bug via Feedback Hub in Windows Mixed Reality, you won’t be able to select Stop video, due to the protected content issue noted above. If you want to submit a repro video, you will need to wait 5 minutes for the recording to time out. If you’d like to file the bug without a repro video, you can close the Feedback Hub window to end the recording and resume filing your bug when you reopen the app in Feedback > Drafts.When using the Search bar in either Control Panel or File Explorer, the box becomes grey and prevents input. We’ve identified the cause, and we’re working on a fix for a future flight.Devices configured for dual scan (WSUS and Windows Update) for updates may not be offered new builds in the Fast ring. Selecting Check online for updates from Microsoft Update will scan for updates, but may return with the message, “Your device is up to date.” We’re working on a fix for a future flight.Some devices configured to Use HDR may experience a bluish tint on their HDR displays after using Night Light. We have identified the cause, and we are working on a fix for an upcoming build.Theme packs downloaded from the Microsoft Store fail to apply.Starting with the previous flight, some Insiders may find that Settings doesn’t launch from the button in Start, isn’t listed in the All apps list, or as a search result. If you are impacted, pressing WIN+R and inputting “ms-settings:” (without the quotes) will launch Settings if you need it.After successfully updating to a new build, the Windows Update Settings page may show the same build needs to install. You can verify the build was successfully installed by checking the build number in the corner of the screen or going to Win+R, typing winver, and confirming the build number. We have identified the cause of this issue, and we’re working on a fix for a future flight. Read the full article

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WinPE 10-8 Sergei Strelec (x86/x64/Native x86) 2018.09.20 English version Full[BabuPC] WinPE 10-8 Sergei Strelec WinPE 10-8 Sergei Strelec — Bootable disk Windows 10 and 8 PE for maintenance of computers, hard disks and partitions, backup and restore disks and partitions, computer diagnostics, data recovery, Windows installation.Features:Composition of assembly: WinPE10x86 WinPE10x64 WinPE8x86 WinPE8x86(Native)X86 Image containsBackup and restore Acronis True Image 2017 20.0 Build 8058 Acronis True Image Premium 2014 Build 6673 Acronis Backup Advanced 11.7.50064 Active Disk Image 8.0.3 StorageCraft Recovery Environment 5.2.5.37836 FarStone Recovery Manager 10.10 QILING Disk Master 4.3.6.20170806 R-Drive Image 6.2 Build 6201 Veritas System Recovery 2018 18.0.0.56426 Symantec Ghost 12.0.0.10561 TeraByte Image for Windows 3.16 AOMEI Backupper 4.0.6 Eassos System Restore 2.0.3.571 Drive SnapShot 1.46.0.18038 Macrium Reflect 7.1.2801 Disk2vhd 2.01 Vhd2disk v0.2Hard disk Disk Management, 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1.4.0 IsMyLcdOK 3.03Network programs Opera 46 Opera 12 PENetwork 0.58.2 TeamViewer 6 Ammyy Admin 3.5 AeroAdmin 4.1 Build 2767 µTorrent 3.1.3 FileZilla 3.24.0 Internet Download Accelerator 6.10.1.1527 OpenVpn 2.4.4 PuTTY 0.70 Advanced IP Scanner 2.5 Build 3567Other programs Active Password Changer 8.0.7 PCUnlocker 4.5.0 Reset Windows Password 4.2.0.470 Password Reset 5.0 UltraISO 9.7.1.3519 Total Commander 9.00 Remote Registry (х86/64) FastStone Capture 7.7 IrfanView 4.38 STDU Viewer Bootice 1.3.4 Unlocker 1.9.2 7-ZIP WinNTSetup 3.8.8.6 Double Driver 4.1.0 Imagex GImageX 2.1.1 Media Player Classic EasyBCD 2.3 EasyUEFI 3.0 SoftMaker Office Far Manager 3.0 Build 5151 BitLocker 78Setup (author conty9) Dism++ 10.1.1000.62 WinHex 19.3 FastCopy 3.41 UltraSearch 2.12 Everything 1.4.1.877 Linux Reader 2.6 WinDirStat 1.1.2 Recover Keys 10.0.4.201 NirLauncher 1.20.34 Remote Registry Editor Windows Recovery Environment (WinPE 10)Data Recovery R-Studio 8.5 Build 170237 Active File Recovery 17.0.2 Active Partition Recovery 16.0.3 Runtime GetDataBack for NTFS 4.33 Runtime GetDataBack for FAT 4.33 DM Disk Editor and Data Recovery 2.10.0 UFS Explorer Professional Recovery 5.23.1 Hetman Partition Recovery 2.8 Eassos Recovery 4.2.1.297 EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard 11.9 Ontrack EasyRecovery 12.0.0.2 [spoiler text=X64 Image contains id=userspoiler2]Backup and restore Acronis True Image 2017 20.0 Build 8058 Acronis True Image Premium 2014 Build 6673 Acronis Backup Advanced 11.7.50064 Active Disk Image 8.0.3 StorageCraft Recovery Environment 5.2.5.37836 FarStone Recovery Manager 10.10 QILING Disk Master 4.3.6.20170806 R-Drive Image 6.2 Build 6201 Veritas System Recovery 2018 18.0.0.56426 Symantec Ghost 12.0.0.10561 TeraByte Image for Windows 3.16 AOMEI Backupper 4.0.6 Eassos System Restore 2.0.3.571 Drive SnapShot 1.46.0.18038 Macrium Reflect 7.1.2801 Disk2vhd 2.01 Vhd2disk v0.2Hard disk Acronis Disk Director 12.0.3297 EASEUS Partition Master 12.9 WinPE Edition Paragon Hard Disk Manager 15 10.1.25.1137 MiniTool Partition Wizard 10.2.2 AOMEI Partition Assistant 6.6.0 AOMEI Dynamic Disk Manager 1.2.0 Macrorit Disk Partition Expert 4.9.3 NIUBI Partition Editor 7.1.0 Eassos PartitionGuru 4.9.5.508 Defraggler 2.21.993 Auslogics Disk Defrag 7.1.0 HDD Low Level Format Tool 4.40 Active KillDisk 11.0.83 FarStone DriveClone 11.10 Build 20150825 (WinPE10) Diskpart GUI Micro 1.3 Active Disk Editor 7.0.15Diagnostics HD Tune Pro 5.70 Check Disk GUI Victoria 4.47 HDD Regenerator 2011 HDDScan 4.0.0.13 Hard Disk Sentinel Pro 5.20 Build 9372 Western Digital Data LifeGuard Diagnostics 1.31.0 CrystalDiskInfo 7.6.0 CrystalDiskMark 6.0.0 AIDA64 Extreme Edition 5.92.4300 BurnInTest 9.0 Build 1003 PerformanceTest 9.0 Build 1024 ATTO Disk Benchmark 3.05 RWEverything 1.7 CPU-Z 1.84 PassMark MonitorTest 3.2 Build 1004 HWiNFO32 5.74 Build 3360 OCCT Perestroika 4.5.1 Keyboard Test Utility 1.4.0 IsMyLcdOK 3.03Network programs Opera 46 PENetwork 0.58.2 TeamViewer 6 Ammyy Admin 3.5 AeroAdmin 4.1 Build 2767 µTorrent 3.1.3 FileZilla 3.24.0 Internet Download Accelerator 6.10.1.1527 OpenVpn 2.4.4 PuTTY 0.70 Advanced IP Scanner 2.5 Build 3567Other programs Active Password Changer 8.0.7 Reset Windows Password 4.2.0.470 PCUnlocker 4.5.0 Password Reset 5.0 UltraISO 9.7.1.3519 Total Commander 9.00 Remote Registry (х86/64) FastStone Capture 7.7 IrfanView 4.38 STDU Viewer Bootice 1.3.4 Unlocker 1.9.2 7-ZIP WinNTSetup 3.8.8.6 Double Driver 4.1.0 Imagex GImageX 2.1.1 Media Player Classic EasyBCD 2.3 EasyUEFI 3.0 SoftMaker Office Far Manager 3.0 Build 5151 BitLocker 78Setup (author conty9) Dism++ 10.1.1000.62 WinHex 19.3 FastCopy 3.41 UltraSearch 2.12 Everything 1.4.1.877 Linux Reader 2.6 WinDirStat 1.1.2 Recover Keys 10.0.4.201 NirLauncher 1.20.34 Remote Registry Editor Windows Recovery Environment (WinPE 10)Data Recovery R-Studio 8.5 Build 170237 Active File Recovery 17.0.2 Active Partition Recovery 16.0.3 Runtime GetDataBack for NTFS 4.33 Runtime GetDataBack for FAT 4.33 DM Disk Editor and Data Recovery 2.10.0 UFS Explorer Professional Recovery 5.23.1 Hetman Partition Recovery 2.8 Eassos Recovery 4.2.1.297 EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard 11.9 Ontrack EasyRecovery 12.0.0.2 MS-DOS programsHDD Regenerator 2011 HDDaRTs 21.02.2018 HDD Regenerator 2011 MHDD 4.6 Victoria 3.52 MemTest86+ 5.01 MemTest86 6.3.0 (PassMark) HDAT2 6.0 beta 7 GoIdMemory PRO 7.85 Active Password Changer Professional 5.0 Ghost 11.5 BootIt Bare Metal 1.45 Eassos PartitionGuru Kon-Boot for Windows 2.7 NetworkSystem RequirementsRAM 1 GB / Native 512 MB. 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How to fix BitLocker always prompting for Recovery Key

In this article, we will discuss how to fix BitLocker always prompting for Recovery Key. Please see “How to fix you are not allowed to view this folder on SSRS: MBAM reports cannot be accessed because it could not load folder contents“, and How to Change the Lock Screen Wallpaper in Windows 11. BitLocker is an encryption function of the Windows Operating System. Encrypted drives can only be…