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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 4w

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 • 4w

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 • 1mo

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 • 1mo

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 • 1mo

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 • 1mo

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 • 1mo

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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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1mo

🚀 New Feature: Personalize Your IT Support Forum Profile

We’re thrilled to announce a new profile customization feature on our Tech Community. Now, you can personalize your profile to display your skills, showcase your expertise, and connect with other...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1mo

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 signal a...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1mo

How to Fix a Laptop That Won’t Turn On (Step-by-Step Guide)

When a laptop fails to power on, the problem extends beyond a dead screen.Power faults can involve failed voltage regulation, blocked BIOS triggers, broken charge circuits, or misbehaving memory.The absence...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1mo

How to Install Windows 11 on Your PC (Step-by-Step Guide)

Installing an operating system shapes how a machine interacts with its hardware, software, and user. For Windows 11, that process comes with essential distinctions.Microsoft released Windows 11 in October 2021,...

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