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Msiexec.exe command line install options install, uninstall, administrative install, advertise a product) display options (full, basic or no UI during the installation restart options (if the machine will be restarted after the installation) logging options. Kindly refer to these guides on how to install Windows Package Manager (Winget CLI), how to install, upgrade and uninstall Chocolatey, how…
Exploring the merits and demerits of the Local System Account is essential for effective computer system management. This account type has its own strengths and weaknesses, which impact system performance and security. By understanding these pros and cons, administrators can make better choices when setting up their computer systems. For related guides see: Local System…
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The image below shows the distributed file system logo. A distributed file system (DFS) or network file system is any file system that allows access to files from multiple hosts. DFS provides users with a single virtual file store across heterogeneous platforms. The users are not aware of where these files are physically located. Therefore…
Windows administrative tools are built-in and downloadable features for advanced users and system administrators to monitor and configure individual and network devices. Windows Administrative Tools are available for systems administrators wanting more insight into device settings, or to configure policies for a given device. Kindly refer to these related guides: How to enable automatic logon on Windows…
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SAML which refers to Security Assertion Markup Language is a standard that defines how providers can offer both authentication and authorisation services. Kindly refer to these related guides: How to enable automatic logon on Windows 10 via the Registry, How to correctly load Windows Registry Hive, How to install free Hyper-V Server on a VMware Workstation, and how to…
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In the context of the Windows Event Viewer, “Failure Reasons” refers to the reasons provided for events categorized as failures. The Event Viewer is a tool in Microsoft Windows that allows you to view detailed information about system events, including errors, warnings, and informational events. In this article, we shall discuss “Logon Failure Reasons for…
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In this article, we shall discuas “Network statistics: How to save netstat command output to a text”. The network statistics (netstat ) command is a networking tool used for troubleshooting and configuration. It can also serve as a monitoring tool for connections over the network. Both incoming and outgoing connections, routing tables, port listening, and usage statistics are…
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In this article, we shall discuss “Perform continuous ping on OSes and network Appliances (macOS, Linux, Windows, Juniper and Cisco devices)”. Ping is referred to as “Packet Internet Groper”. It is used to troubleshoot the accessibility of devices between two endpoints i.e., to ensure data packet is transmitted to its destination successfully. Please see how…
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In this article, we shall discuss the various steps on how to Ping from Source IP Address from all environments. Ping is a network diagnostic utility employed to test the reachability of a device (host), and network appliances on an Internet Protocol (IP) network. Please see how to Analyse Disks with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink…
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The Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) provides remote display and input capabilities over network connections for Windows-based applications running on a server. RDP is designed to support different types of network topologies and multiple LAN protocols. Remote Desktop Protocol or just RDP allows a user to establish a connection between two computers and access the…
Windows Server Update Services (WSUS): WSUS previously known as Software Update Services (SUS), is a computer program and network service developed by Microsoft Corporation that enables administrators to manage the distribution of updates and hotfixes released for Microsoft products to computers in a corporate environment. Please see How to disable unused Cisco Access Ports, Windows…
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OEM is short for Original Equipment Manufacturer, who produces products and components that he doesn’t sell to the consumer, but to other manufacturers. There are two different definitions: In IT, the OEM is the producer of products, components, or software that he sells to the PC producer. In this article, you will learn how to…
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Remote Desktop Services, known as Terminal Services in Windows Server 2008 and earlier, is one of the components of Microsoft Windows that allow a user to take control of a remote computer or virtual machine over a network connection. Here are the step-by-step guide for installing Remote Desktop Services Setup on Windows Server. Kindly refer…
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