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Troubleshooting Apps and Accounts in Windows 11

Managing user access and system permissions is critical for maintaining a secure and functional Windows environment. This course will teach you how to manage and troubleshoot permissions for user accounts, files, folders, and disks on a PC.

Advanced
1h 23m

Created by Mike Halsey

Last Updated Sep 01, 2026

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Troubleshooting Apps and Accounts in Windows 11

Managing user access and system permissions is critical for maintaining a secure and functional Windows environment. This course will teach you how to manage and troubleshoot permissions for user accounts, files, folders, and disks on a PC.

Advanced
1h 23m

Created by Mike Halsey

Last Updated Sep 01, 2026

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Managing user access and system permissions is critical for maintaining a secure and functional Windows environment. In this course, Troubleshooting Apps and Accounts in Windows 11, you’ll gain the ability to know what permissions are and how they affect users, folders, files, and disks. First, you’ll explore how to manage permissions for user accounts, files, and folders. Next, you’ll discover how to manage disks and partitions on a PC. Finally, you’ll learn how to use scripting and advanced tools to manage permissions. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of troubleshooting and repairing any type of permissions problem needed to become an effective IT Support technician.

Troubleshooting Apps and Accounts in Windows 11
Advanced
1h 23m
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Mike Halsey - Pluralsight course - Troubleshooting Apps and Accounts in Windows 11
Mike Halsey
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Mike was first awarded as a Microsoft MVP in 2011 and is a recognized technical expert in the Windows experience and troubleshooting with more than a dozen books published.

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