To successfully use IPVanish on your Windows machine,follow these organized steps:

1. Download and Install IPVanish:

   • Visit the official IPVanish website and download the installer.
   • Install the installer by right-clicking the shortcut and selecting "Start with Desired Result" to access the settings.
   • Choose the installation method (Windows KeyStage 0 shortcut or Command Prompt) and follow the prompts to activate the software using the activation code provided on the website.

2. Set Up the Security Manager:

   • Open the Security Manager app by clicking the Start button and selecting "Control Panel" > "Security Manager."
   • Click "Add" to bring up the Security Manager settings.

3. Configure Security Rules:

   • Click "Add Rule" in the "Advanced" tab to set up security rules.
   • Name the rule "Windows 1, Windows 23, Windows 28, Windows 212, Windows 216, Windows 218, Windows 22, Windows 222."
   • Set protection to "Block" for both older and newer versions to prevent running.

4. Enable Windows Boot Security:

   • Open the Security Manager settings by clicking the Start button and selecting "Run as Administrator."
   • Click "Add" to bring up the Windows Boot Security rule.
   • Name the rule "Windows Boot Security."
   • Set protection to "Block" for both older and newer versions to prevent booting.

5. Log In and Test:

   • Log in to your Windows account using a username and password.
   • Start the computer to test security settings.
   • Try accessing a web page or starting a program to check for any warnings.

6. Update Security Manager:

   • Click "Update" in the Security Manager settings to download the latest version.
   • Double-click the installer to install the updated version.

7. Log Out and Reconnect:

   Click "Log Out" and then "Log Back In" to ensure your account is active.

8. Access Resources and Programs:

   Log out and log back in to access a new web page or start a program.

By following these steps, you should have successfully configured IPVanish to provide Windows security on your Windows system.

Note: Ensure all files are correctly placed and that you're using the latest version of the Security Manager to avoid any issues.