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Oct 28, 2023

Allow my Organization to Manage my Device - Yay or Nay?

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Ok to allow my organization to manage my device? Here are my recommendations from an IT pro on how to deal with this. Spoiler alert: most get it wrong.

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Jul 10, 2022

Destination Path Too Long Error When Copying Files - Solved

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A destination path too long error when copying files or folders is pretty annoying. Now it doesn't have to be with this proven solution.

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Jul 04, 2022

Change The RDP Listening Port in Windows - Here's How

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You can change the RDP listening port in Windows via this setting in the registry. Don't forget to make changes in Windows Defender firewall too.

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Jul 01, 2022

Share OneDrive Files With External Users - Complete Guide

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Here's how I share OneDrive files with external users, even if they don't have a Microsoft account. Modern file sharing makes it easy.

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Jun 28, 2022

Windows 11 File History - Automated Backups

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Using Windows 11 file history to automatically backup your files. Learn about backup frequency, retention period and common mistakes.

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Jun 25, 2022

Windows 11 Device Manager - Fixing Devices That Don't Work

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Using Windows 11 device manager to fix problems with faulty devices. Updating device drivers and manually loading drivers to solve problems.

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Jun 23, 2022

MFP Gmail Settings - Scan to Email Not Working Anymore?

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MFP Gmail settings need to be adjusted. Google's security requirements have changed and you will now need an app password for scan to email.

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Jun 16, 2022

Google 2 Step Verification - Complete Mini Guide

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Boost your Google 2 step verification skills and learn about the Google Athenticator app, app passwords and more in this useful guide.

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Jun 09, 2022

Gmail Calendar in Outlook - Sync Via The Secret Ical Address

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You can see your Gmail calendar in Outlook by adding account settings in Outlook with the correct secret ical address for your calendar.

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Jun 07, 2022

Gmail Block Sender - Is Your Gmail Inbox On-Point?

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Are you using the Gmail block sender feature? It's not prominently placed in the Gmail interface, but a great tool to keep your inbox tidy.

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Jun 01, 2022

The Specified Procedure Could Not be Found When Opening Photos

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The message that the specified procedure could not be found when opening photos in Windows indicates that there is a problem with the app.

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May 31, 2022

Microsoft Edge Quick Links

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Working with Microsoft Edge quick links feels intuitive. You can rearrange, display more than one row, pin or hide quick links.

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May 24, 2022

Your Mailbox Has Reached Its Maximum Size Limit - Solution

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When your mailbox has reached its maximum size limit you won't be able to send or receive any more messages. Here's what to do.

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May 22, 2022

Outlook Search is Not Working - Solved

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Outlook search is not working properly and shows only partial results or no results at all even when it should. This is a known issue.

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May 19, 2022

Windows 11 Taskbar Survival Guide - Popular Tweaks

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The Windows 11 taskbar now comes with widgets and many other customizable options. Are you missing out on things?

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