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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 3w

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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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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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

Reliable Backup Strategy for Small Business Windows Server Systems

Small businesses increasingly rely on local servers to host accounting data, customer records, payroll systems, and internal collaboration tools. Microsoft Windows Server remains the backbone of many of these environments.If...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

How to Choose the Best Free Backup Software for Windows

Windows remains the world’s most targeted operating system for ransomware attacks, accounting for nearly 91 percent of incidents in 2024, according to BlackFog's Global Threat Report. Whether you manage a...

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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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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 3w

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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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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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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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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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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amos muhanguzi

@rhPDWfC • 1d

What are the minimum system requirements for Windows 11?

I am trying to upgrade to Windows 11 and I want to be sure my PC actually meets the official hardware requirements (RAM, CPU, TPM, storage, etc.). There’s a lot...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 2w

System Image Backup Windows 11: Step-by-Step Tutorial

System image backup provides a complete disk-level copy of your Windows 11 installation, including system files, user data, installed applications, boot sectors, and configuration states.Unlike basic file backups, a system...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 5d

How to Recover Files from a Formatted Hard Drive

Formatting a hard drive initiates a system-level operation that prepares the storage device for data use by rewriting its file system metadata.This process erases the file allocation table (FAT or...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1w

Wi-Fi Drops Frequently on Windows? Here’s How to Fix It Permanently

Intermittent Wi-Fi disconnections on Windows machines often emerge without warning. One session loads normally, but the next stalls mid-call or during data sync. If you suspect the issue is tied...

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Mwebesa Norman

@norman • 1w

Network Security Best Practices for SMBs

In 2024, over 61 percent of small and medium-sized businesses reported at least one cybersecurity incident, according to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report.Attackers exploit limited IT budgets, outdated firmware,...

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