Once we are in this area, we can see exactly what programs are capable of sending notifications, as well as where we are notified and if we want to dial back the messages from Microsoft as well.

In order to get to the Notifications area, we will first want to click on the ‘System’ button, followed by ‘Notifications & Actions.’ Alternatively, we can just click on the Start button and select ‘All Settings’ there as well. To do this, first click on the Action Center button, then select ‘All Settings’. Just like with Smartphone notifications as well, it can sometimes be far too much information, so we can tune it to be exactly what we need to be made aware of. The easiest thing to liken Action Center’s notification really is the notification area in the average Smartphone- with similar functionality and form factors. The exact functions available to you at the bottom of the screen will vary on the configuration of your Windows 10 system, such as a dedicated ‘Airplane Mode’ button on systems with Wi-Fi for example. These can include various programs, security and networking options for your inspection. When you click on this button, you will see a number of notifications that are waiting on your attention. Depending on if you have pending messages to read, your Action Center icon will look like either a filled or empty comic speech bubble. This place will show you pending updates, alerts, and provide quick access to disable key settings such as your network in case of emergency with the flip of a switch. In reality, this is a notification bar that you can access via an icon next to your system clock. With such a bold name, one might think that getting to this view requires a pair of incredibly elaborate keys turned at the same time.

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