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Author: Christian

My name is Christian with the following awards: Microsoft MVP, Veeam Legend, VMware vExpert, Cisco Champion and previously a VUG Africa Leader. I am the Founder and Editor of TechDirectArchive. My blog posts cover instruction guides, how-to, troubleshooting tips, and tricks on Windows, Linux, Mac, Databases, hardware, Cloud, Network Devices, and Information security.

How to Install OpenSSL on Windows Computers

Posted on 07/11/202408/09/2025 Christian By Christian No Comments on How to Install OpenSSL on Windows Computers
How to Install OpenSSL on Windows Computers

In this article, we shall discuss how to Install OpenSSL on Windows Computers. OpenSSL is an open-source command-line tool that is used to generate the SSL certificate and private key and is available in both versions 32 and 64 bit. Please see How to fix Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004, how to Fix the…

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Windows, Windows Server

How to fix Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004

Posted on 07/11/202407/11/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on How to fix Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004
How to fix Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004

In this article, we shall discuss the fix to Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004 (Windows Update Logs in Windows: 2023-KB5022498 Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 10 failed)”. We can unravel more information from the Windows Event Log. Windows Events provides a standard, centralized way for applications (and the operating system)…

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Windows, Windows Server

Fix the Port used for the Virtualhost is not an Apache Listen Port

Posted on 07/11/202407/11/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Fix the Port used for the Virtualhost is not an Apache Listen Port
Fix the Port used for the Virtualhost is not an Apache Listen Port

In this short blogpost, we shall discuss how to Fix the Port used for the Virtualhost is not an Apache Listen Port. In Apache, the Listen directive in the configuration file (httpd.conf or apache2.conf, depending on the system) specifies the port number on which Apache will listen for incoming connections. Please see Setup VirtualHost with…

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Web Server

Apache errors associated with WAMP installation for TeamPass

Posted on 05/11/202407/11/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Apache errors associated with WAMP installation for TeamPass
Apache errors associated with WAMP installation for TeamPass

In this article, we shall discuss how to resolve Apache errors associated with WAMP installation for TeamPass. Apache WAMP (Windows, Apache, MySQL, PHP) is a software stack that allows users to create a local development environment for building and testing web applications on Windows. Please see how to Setup VirtualHost with SSL on WAMP Server,…

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Web Server, Windows Server

Why is BitLocker unable to encrypt Removable Drives via MBAM?

Posted on 05/11/202405/11/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Why is BitLocker unable to encrypt Removable Drives via MBAM?
Why is BitLocker unable to encrypt Removable Drives via MBAM?

Fixed Data Drives refer to non-removable storage drives installed in a PC such as internal hard drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). Unlike removable drives (like USB flash drives). Fixed drives are used to store data, applications, and the operating system. In this article, we shall discuss how to resolve ‘Why is BitLocker unable to…

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Windows, Windows Server

BitLocker Protection off: Update UEFI/BIOS to fix issues

Posted on 05/11/202418/11/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on BitLocker Protection off: Update UEFI/BIOS to fix issues
BitLocker Protection off: Update UEFI/BIOS to fix issues

When BitLocker Protection is “off” means that BitLocker encryption is currently disabled on the drive. In my case, it is disabled and the encryption did not succeeded in the first place. Therefore, we will limit our solution to this use-case. In this article, we shall discuss “BitLocker Protection off: Update UEFI/BIOS to fix issues”. Please…

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Windows

How to create Synology Snapshot Replication

Posted on 22/10/202422/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on How to create Synology Snapshot Replication
How to create Synology Snapshot Replication

Snapshot Replication delivers an expert solution for data backup and recovery, offering near-instant data protection with flexible scheduling. This package safeguards your business data in shared folders and virtual machines stored in LUNs, ensuring quick access and availability in the event of a disaster. In this article, we shall learn the steps on how to…

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Backup, Reviews, Storage

2 Free Ways to Convert MP4 to MP3

Posted on 21/10/202422/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on 2 Free Ways to Convert MP4 to MP3
2 Free Ways to Convert MP4 to MP3

In this article, we shall discuss “2 Free Ways to Convert MP4 to MP3”. Whether it’s audio, video, still images, or text, there are all kinds of file formats out there. Please see How to convert distribution group to security group, and how to Run MBR and GPT conversion with the best GPT converter. Formats…

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Reviews

Sync file and photos from iOS and Mac with Synology Drive

Posted on 17/10/202418/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Sync file and photos from iOS and Mac with Synology Drive
Sync file and photos from iOS and Mac with Synology Drive

In this article, you will learn how to sync file and photos from iOS and Mac with Synology Drive. here is how to How to Backup MacOS to Synology NAS via Time Machine, and how to Backup Mac with Veeam Agent for Mac to Synology DS923+ NAS. Syncing and backup are closely related, and it…

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Backup, Reviews, Storage

Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM

Posted on 17/10/202417/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM
Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM

In this article, we shall discuss how to “fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM. The bootloader did not find any operating system”. This means that the bootloader could not find a bootable image from the network to boot the VM. Please see Linux Boot Process Explained Step by…

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Virtualization, Windows Server

Analyse Disks with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink VMware Workstation VM Disks

Posted on 15/10/202415/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Analyse Disks with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink VMware Workstation VM Disks
Analyse Disks with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink VMware Workstation VM Disks

In this article, we will discuss how to “Analyse Disk with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink VMware Workstation VM Disks”. If you’re looking to improve VM performance, defragmenting is the way to go. If you are trying to free up disk space on the host, compacting (shrinking) or disk clean up will be appropriate. Please see…

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Virtualization

Map and disconnect Virtual Disk in VMware Workstation

Posted on 14/10/202414/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Map and disconnect Virtual Disk in VMware Workstation
Map and disconnect Virtual Disk in VMware Workstation

While we have discussed steps to perform shared folders or copying data between a virtual machine and the host system. In this article, we will discuss how to “Map and disconnect virtual disk in VMware Workstation”. This means that you can map a virtual disk directly to the host system. This approach allows you to…

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Virtualization

Configure Autologin for a VM in VMware Workstation

Posted on 14/10/202414/10/2024 Christian By Christian No Comments on Configure Autologin for a VM in VMware Workstation
Configure Autologin for a VM in VMware Workstation

In this article, we shall discuss how to configure Autologin for VM in VMware Workstation. The autologin feature is a convenient option you can set up for a VM in VMware Workstation. Once configured, this feature allows you to log into the VM automatically each time you boot it up. Please see How to install…

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Virtualization

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