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Mwebesa Norman
@norman • Apr 2, 2026

Apr 2, 2026

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What’s the difference between upgrading and clean installing Windows?

I often see confusion between upgrading Windows and doing a clean install. What’s the real difference, and when should you choose one over the other?

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Kleithon Keron
@Kleithon • Apr 2, 2026

Apr 2, 2026

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How does active directory manage user accounts?

Hello everyone, I’m trying to get a better understanding of how Active Directory manages user accounts in a network. Could someone break it down in a simple way, or maybe...

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Kleithon Keron
@Kleithon • Apr 2, 2026

Apr 2, 2026

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Is Windows 11 more secure than Windows 10?

Windows 11 has stricter hardware requirements, like TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. Do these actually make a big difference in security compared to Windows 10?

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Mwebesa Norman
@norman • Apr 1, 2026

Apr 1, 2026

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How to Run Windows on Mac M4 Without Slowdown

Apple’s transition to custom ARM-based silicon began with the M1 chip in 2020. In 2024, the release of the M4 chipset continued this evolution, delivering substantial gains in CPU efficiency,...

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Kleithon Keron
@Kleithon • Apr 1, 2026

Apr 1, 2026

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My internet is connected but nothing is loading.

The Wi-Fi icon shows connected, but websites are not opening. when i maybe try chatgpt.com it shows this site can't be reached. Err_name_not_resolved error.

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Which port is used by HTTPS?

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HTTPS uses port 443 for secure web traffic encryption.

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Which file extension is used for Windows executables?

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.exe files are executable programs in Windows.

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Which key combination refreshes a webpage in Windows?

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Both F5 and Ctrl + R refresh a webpage

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What is the default port number for SSH?

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SSH (Secure Shell) uses port 22 for encrypted remote connections.

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Which tool lets you view logs and errors in Windows?

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Event Viewer displays logs of system warnings, errors, and crash reports.

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Which type of backup saves only the files changed since the last backup?

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Incremental backup copies only new/changed files, saving space.

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What does Ctrl + Z do in most applications?

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Ctrl + Z reverses the last action in most software

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Which Windows utility lets you manage startup programs?

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In Windows 10/11, you can control startup apps via Task Manager → Startup tab.

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What is the safest way to remove a USB flash drive?

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Safely removing prevents data corruption and ensures all transfers are complete.

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Which command is used to test name resolution in Windows?

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nslookup checks DNS name resolution by translating hostnames into IPs.

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Which Windows shortcut opens the Run dialog?

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Windows + R opens the Run box to launch commands quickly.

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Which component stores the BIOS/UEFI settings?

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The CMOS battery keeps BIOS settings when the computer is powered off.

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Which Windows tool checks for corrupted system files?

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The System File Checker (sfc /scannow) scans and repairs corrupted system files.

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Mwebesa Norman
@norman • Mar 28, 2026

Mar 28, 2026

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Upgrade RAM or SSD Laptop: Which Boosts Speed More?

Laptop performance degradation often begins as a gradual lag. Applications take longer to open. Tabs hang briefly. Background processes begin to stack. These delays rarely reflect hardware failure. They usually...

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