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Common Computer Cables
If you’re like me, you have a box filled to the brim of computer cables. These cables are used to perform different functions. They allow your device to communicate with other devices and networks, which can be essential for them to function properly. Computer cables can do all sorts of things – from charging your phone to connecting a printer to your desktop. You might have run across these…
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Important Folders You Should Be Backing Up
Important Folders You Should Be Backing Up
Have you ever lost a file or had one become corrupted and no longer be useable? It’s the worst feeling in the world. The first thing that we always say is, “Where did I put my backup!?” When you back up your important folders it gives you peace of mind. You can sleep sound knowing that even if disaster strikes, there are copies of all your work and photos safely tucked away to grab anytime. From…
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Ease of Access Options in Windows 10
Ease of Access Options in Windows 10
Ease of Access in software is something that is becoming more and more common. Companies are doing their best to make their products easier to use for everyone, even those with some sort of physical disability or ailment. However, many don’t even think about their operating system itself having some of these very features. Read below for some of the best Windows 10 Ease of Access…
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How to Spot Malicious Content
How to Spot Malicious Content
The dramatic increase of malicious content on the internet has drawn serious concerns in the cybersecurity industry. Hackers use fraudulent media to divert users to fake websites and to steal information. In today’s world, hackers also use attractive advertisements as bait to get users to go to cloned websites. Additionally, many people go through spam emails and inadvertently click on malicious…
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6 Things to Ask a Managed Service Provider(MSP)
6 Things to Ask a Managed Service Provider(MSP)
If you are running a modern company, there are certain challenges that you may have experienced in your IT department. For example, you may be spending a lot of time and resources to ensure that your systems are well managed and productive. If that’s the case, then you shouldn’t shy away from outsourcing. One of the most critical IT services businesses are outsourcing to professionals revolve…
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What is Penetration Testing?
What is Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing, or pen testing, involves testing a system or systems for weaknesses. It’s purpose is to simulate a real attack on the systems to determine areas which need improvement. The systems can be physical, a physical computer, or procedural, how a specific task is performed. For instance, you might have a Linux server running the Apache webserver. Since this resource is publicly…
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Misbehaving App Fixes
A misbehaving app is a common error that happens when using a computer. You get the option of either closing it or waiting. Some applications may recover after a few minutes and start working, but some may get stuck and stop working for a long time. Applications stop responding for many reasons. There may be a conflict between your computer hardware and that program causing it to act up. Other…
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The Risks of Open USB Ports
The Risks of Open USB Ports
The most loved and hated ports are USB ports. This Universal Serial Bus port is the most easily accessible port on IT devices. As long as you turn the device the right direction. And we have all had to flip them. Sometimes more than once. Since the invention of USB, the standard has taken off. There have been some struggles with other standards (fire wire) but, USB is the hands down winner of the…
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How to Create Rules in Outlook
How to Create Rules in Outlook
Have you ever wanted your email to be more “cleaned up”? Or a special notification sound for certain senders? How about forwarding to another email address? These are all potential rules that can be set up in Outlook. Whether you want to personalize, optimize, or stay productive, Outlook rules can help you accomplish your goals. Below, we will outline how to create Outlook rules and what sorts of…
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Power Options - What to Know
Power Options – What to Know
Windows 10 power options. Restart, Shut Down, and Sleep. What’s the difference, and what’s special about Windows 10? Everyone who has ever had a computer problem has probably been asked “Have you restarted your computer?” Some people mistakenly choose to Shut Down, and power back on their PCs when asked to do this. Back in the day, that was perfectly acceptable, but in Windows 10, there is a new…
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What is Kali Linux?
What is Kali Linux?
Linux allows anyone to create their own distribution or distro for short. Kali Linux is a popular penetration testing focused distro. It’s maintained by Offensive Security, a well respected penetration testing company which also offers training courses for security related certifications. What is penetration testing? Penetration testing, or pen testing, involves testing a system or systems for…
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How To : Disable Notifications
How To : Disable Notifications
Here are a few ways to disable notifications. Often times the reason we get pesky notifications in Windows is that they are already built into the computer by default. This is just a consequence of the modern advertising world and it isn’t possible to purchase equipment without these nuisances nowadays. However, you have the power to circumvent this situation after getting the PC with various…
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Helping You Troubleshoot Sound Problems
Helping You Troubleshoot Sound Problems
Windows 10 is the latest version of Microsoft Windows, which is the most common default operating system for your laptop or PC. Sometimes people have issues with their computers, big and small. You can’t prevent all technical issues. They are simply inevitable sometimes. For a lot of the biggest issues, you are advised to contact a technician to help. For the smaller ones, however, you can often…
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How to Zoom In and Out on the Computer
How to Zoom In and Out on the Computer
Just like everything else on your computer, you need to see web pages at the zoom level you want. While some websites have large fonts others are small. The ability to zoom in and zoom  out gives you the freedom to set the right size for your eyes. If you suffer from macular degeneration, you will appreciate this feature. Even if your vision is not impaired, it’s still nice to know in case…
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What is WSL?
WSL is the Windows Subsystem for Linux. If you’re familiar with Linux, this is a feature which lets you run Linux inside Windows. I know what you’re thinking, why would I want to do this? There are many reasons but the most common one is software development. Also, if you’re more familiar with Linux tools, you can use them to interact with the Windows system rather than relying on the Windows…
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Troubleshooting Steps for PC Problems
Troubleshooting Steps for PC Problems
So, you’re sitting in front of your computer and you’ve got no desktop. What do you do next? Here is a list of some basic troubleshooting steps that may help you. It might get you back up and running, or help you describe the issue better to your repair technician. (more…)
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Five Great Note-Taking Apps
Five Great Note-Taking Apps
Everyone needs to jot something down from time to time. Using sticky notes is helpful but sometimes you want all your notes in the same place. Also, what if you want to take a note with an image? Here are five great note-taking apps to solve those issues. Each one has different strengths and weaknesses.   Evernote: An Unparalleled Digital Notebook It would be impossible to exclude perhaps the…
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