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Why godmode named god mode?

Anonymous
2024-10-27T15:35:49+00:00

In Muslim anything comparer to god is shirk .SO please change the name.No other name was found?

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  1. Les Ferch 10,326 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2024-10-28T13:17:15+00:00

    Please also note that the "God mode" name is misleading. The Windows Master Control Panel shortcut does not provide any additional rights or "powers". It simply presents all control panel items, and their controls, in one long flat list for easy searching.

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-10-28T08:53:18+00:00

    Hello Fahim Ahead,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern. In Windows, 'God Mode' is an unofficial name used to describe a special folder that allows users to quickly access various management tools and settings within the system. This name does not have any religious connotations but borrows from a term used in video games to denote an 'invincible' or 'all-powerful' state.

    The official name for this folder is 'Windows Master Control Panel shortcut,' but 'God Mode' is more popular and easier to remember. 

    Best wishes

    Leo Z | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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