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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 18h

How to Clean Up a Slow PC on Windows 11: Full Guide

Performance degradation in Windows 11 often results from accumulated software operations, background telemetry, memory paging, or storage inefficiencies.The system relies on complex scheduling, and when task queues exceed available processing...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 19h

How to Create and Manage User Accounts in Active Directory

Active Directory (AD) remains the primary identity management platform in Windows-based enterprise environments.At its core, it manages user authentication, authorization, and provisioning across a domain. User accounts serve as the...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 19h

How to Recover Deleted Files in Windows 10

When you delete a file in Windows 10, the system doesn't immediately erase the data. It simply marks the file’s storage space as available for reuse.The file remains on the...

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What’s the key role of SNMP in IT infrastructure?

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Commonly used in enterprise networks for tracking and alerts.

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SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) monitors devices like routers and switches, gathering performance data.

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1w

Slow Network Connection Troubleshooting Guide

A slow network connection means your device takes longer than expected to send or receive data. This can affect browsing, video streaming, file transfers, and even simple email access. Some...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1w

Fix: Network Adapter Issues in Windows 11

The network adapter is a critical software-to-hardware interface that determines how your Windows 11 system connects to Wi-Fi or Ethernet. When it malfunctions, connectivity fails without warning.You may see messages...

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What’s the main function of Active Directory?

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Used in Windows environments to manage users, groups, and permissions centrally.

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AD is Microsoft’s central authentication and authorization system for managing users and policies.

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Kaustubh

@thebigk • 1w

What does DNS Flush Actually Do?

I’m often advised to perform DNS Flush - when the website is not accessible. I usually perform ipconfig /flushdns (while running the command prompt as administrator) → and the website...

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What’s the default port for HTTPS?

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Port 443 is the default port for HTTPS traffic over SSL/TLS encryption.

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Which command checks network connectivity?

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A simple, everyday diagnostic command used by all IT techs.

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The ping command sends packets to a host and checks response time to test connectivity.

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What does the DNS stand for?

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Every time you visit a website, DNS helps translate domain names into IP addresses.

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DNS is the system that converts readable domains (like google.com) into machine-friendly IPs.

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

Laptop Overheating? Fix the Problem Permanently with These Technical Fixes

Laptops operate within tight thermal limits, often between 30°C and 95°C, depending on workload and processor type. When internal heat rises beyond the system’s cooling threshold, the machine initiates thermal...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

How to Detect a Failing Hard Drive: Early Warning Signs and Diagnostic Steps

Hard drives rarely fail without warning. Most develop performance anomalies well before a complete crash.These symptoms, such as slow data retrieval, unreadable files, or inconsistent boot behavior, suggest underlying hardware...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

Dust Cleaning for PC Hardware: A Complete Maintenance Guide

Dust accumulation within PC hardware affects thermal regulation, airflow precision, and electrical reliability.As particles settle across fans, heatsinks, and intake vents, they create resistance to cooling and trigger thermal throttling.Moreover,...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 3w

Fix: Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on Windows: Step-by-Step Guide.

The Blue Screen of Death, often referred to as BSOD, is a critical error screen displayed by the Windows operating system when it encounters a fatal system fault.This screen signals...

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