Category: Windows

Step-by-step guides and tips for Windows setup, installation, customization, and troubleshooting to optimize your PC performance and user experience

Configure WinRM to accept connection from a specific IP Address

Posted on Christian By Christian No Comments on Configure WinRM to accept connection from a specific IP Address
Configure WinRM to accept connection from a specific IP Address

In this article, we shall discuss how to enable and Configure WinRM to accept connection from a specific IP Address. Windows Remote Management (WinRM) is a Microsoft implementation of the WS-Management protocol. It is a standard web services protocol used for remote software and hardware management. Please see Enabling and Configuring WinRM via GPO, and…

Read More “Configure WinRM to accept connection from a specific IP Address” »

Windows, Windows Server

How to delete User Profile in Windows

Posted on Christian By Christian No Comments on How to delete User Profile in Windows
How to delete User Profile in Windows

In this article, we will learn how to delete User Profile in Windows. A user profile in Windows is a collection of settings etc specific to an individual user account. A User Profile enables each user to have their own custom environment. That is, Windows allows adding multiple user account to use the same device,…

Read More “How to delete User Profile in Windows” »

Windows

Perform Key Distribution Center Service [krbtgt] Password reset

Posted on Christian By Christian No Comments on Perform Key Distribution Center Service [krbtgt] Password reset
Perform Key Distribution Center Service [krbtgt] Password reset

The KRBTGT account plays a crucial role in Microsoft’s implementation of Kerberos. That is, it is the default authentication protocol for Windows. A deep understanding of how the KRBTGT account functions can significantly impact the security and compliance of your network. In this article, we shall discuss the need for and how to Perform Key…

Read More “Perform Key Distribution Center Service [krbtgt] Password reset” »

Windows, Windows Server

How to Edit Windows Hosts File via PowerToy Editor Utility

Posted on Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on How to Edit Windows Hosts File via PowerToy Editor Utility
How to Edit Windows Hosts File via PowerToy Editor Utility

In this article, I will be showing you How to edit Windows Hosts File via PowerToy Editor Utility. The host file is a configuration file that tells a machine the appropriate host IP it should route a request to, it maps a particular hostname to an IP address, this mapping has a significant effect on…

Read More “How to Edit Windows Hosts File via PowerToy Editor Utility” »

Web Server, Windows, Windows Server

How to Diagnose a Windows Hardware Issue

Posted on Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on How to Diagnose a Windows Hardware Issue
How to Diagnose a Windows Hardware Issue

In this article, I will show you how to diagnose a Windows hardware issue. Suppose you are having an issue with your computer or server working properly. In that case, there are diagnostic tools online and many diagnostic processes that can help you identify a potential hardware problem. You can read other articles on system…

Read More “How to Diagnose a Windows Hardware Issue” »

Windows, Windows Server

How to determine GPO from GUID or Name

Posted on Matthew By Matthew No Comments on How to determine GPO from GUID or Name
How to determine GPO from GUID or Name

When troubleshooting Group Policy issues in your network, sometimes the only identifier you’re given is a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). If you’ve ever run a gpupdate /force command, you might notice that the output shows the GUID of the failing Group Policy Object (GPO) rather than its name. As a system administrator, it’s important to…

Read More “How to determine GPO from GUID or Name” »

Windows, Windows Server

Configure Windows Device Inactivity Limit Locally and Domain Wide

Posted on Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on Configure Windows Device Inactivity Limit Locally and Domain Wide
Configure Windows Device Inactivity Limit Locally and Domain Wide

In this article i will showing you how to Configure Windows device inactivity limit locally and domain wide. Due to security reasons, it is now important that your computer screen is locked when the system is inactive or idle for some time. Please see How to access shared resources from two different domains, How to…

Read More “Configure Windows Device Inactivity Limit Locally and Domain Wide” »

Windows, Windows Server

How to create a Dev Drive on Windows 11

Posted on Matthew By Matthew No Comments on How to create a Dev Drive on Windows 11
How to create a Dev Drive on Windows 11

Windows 11 introduces a new feature called Dev Drive, which is designed to boost performance for developer-related tasks. If you’re working with large codebases, frequent builds, or complex development environments, setting up a Dev Drive can give your system a performance edge. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about how…

Read More “How to create a Dev Drive on Windows 11” »

Windows

Harden your Veeam Backup Server with Microsoft AppLocker

Posted on Christian By Christian No Comments on Harden your Veeam Backup Server with Microsoft AppLocker
Harden your Veeam Backup Server with Microsoft AppLocker

In this article, we shall be leveraging Zero Trust to harden the Veeam Backup Server with Microsoft AppLocker. Zero Trust principles include explicit verification, minimal privilege access, and assuming breach. Please see how to Configure Multiple IP Addresses on a Single or Multiple NICs, and “Demystifying Zero Trust with Veeam: Design your Architecture“. AppLocker enables…

Read More “Harden your Veeam Backup Server with Microsoft AppLocker” »

Windows, Windows Server

How to set up a Print Server on Windows Servers

Posted on Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on How to set up a Print Server on Windows Servers
How to set up a Print Server on Windows Servers

A Print Server is a server that connects printers to the network. This is the single source of printing for all the workstations in a network. It helps to share a specific printer or multiple printers with users on the network. In this guide, I will be showing you How to set up a Print…

Read More “How to set up a Print Server on Windows Servers” »

Windows

Enable or Disable Control Panel and Windows Settings App

Posted on Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on Enable or Disable Control Panel and Windows Settings App
Enable or Disable Control Panel and Windows Settings App

Anyone with access to the Control Panel and Windows Settings App can carry out many tasks on the system, especially when you are using the system in a public place. In this article, I will show you How to Enable or Disable Control Panel and Windows Settings App. You may also want to read about…

Read More “Enable or Disable Control Panel and Windows Settings App” »

Windows

Prevent OS Reinstallation: Change from legacy BIOS to UEFI

Posted on Matthew By Matthew No Comments on Prevent OS Reinstallation: Change from legacy BIOS to UEFI
Prevent OS Reinstallation: Change from legacy BIOS to UEFI

Switching from Legacy BIOS to UEFI is a common need for modern computers to take advantage of new features, improved security, and faster boot times. However, many fear this transition because they think it requires reinstalling the operating system (OS). In this guide, we’ll explore “how you can”Prevent OS Reinstallation: Change from legacy BIOS to…

Read More “Prevent OS Reinstallation: Change from legacy BIOS to UEFI” »

Windows