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Run folder windows in a separate process (stability)

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Sets SeparateProcess = 1 under Explorer\Advanced. Launches each File Explorer window in its own process instead of sharing one. Costs a little more RAM, but if one Explorer window hangs (a flaky network share, a bad shell extension) it no longer takes down your taskbar and every other window with it. A real stability upgrade for heavy multitaskers. Takes effect on the next Explorer window. Reversible.

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