A mapped drive is a shortcut to a drive that’s located on a different computer. The shortcut on your computer looks like a local hard drive with its own letter assigned to it. The steps below will show you how to create a Mapped Drive via GPO Preferences on Windows Machines thereby making them persistent across…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to restrict access to removable Storage Drives [Part 2]. When a USB or supported port is available on the computer. Users can connect removable storage devices such as USB flash drives, external hard drives, and other types of mass storage devices) to access or export data. If you…
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In this article, we shall discuss “Deny execute access: Restrict Access to USB Drives on Windows”. A USB flash drive is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB interface. I will be performing this demonstration using the Local Group Policy. In subsequent tutorials, I will cover the implementation using the Group Policy…
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Password Manager is a simple and easy-to-use password management tool. This password management system is compatible with KeePass (our existing password management system). Kindly refer to some of these related guides: How to clear, enable or disable TPM in Windows via the BIOS or UEFI, BitLocker Back Door:TPM Only: From stolen laptop to inside the company…
When programs are installed on Windows, you have the choice to create a desktop shortcut for the individual programs. However, if you don’t create a desktop shortcut at the time that you install the program, you can install the desktop shortcut later, and you can easily create one with the steps shown below. Please see…
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Had to convert the GPT disk to MBR when I was unable to install Windows OS on the Disk Partitions available. Master Boot Record (MBR) disks use the standard BIOS partition table. GUID Partition Table (GPT) disks use Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). One advantage of GPT disks is that you can have more than…
There are times you (System Administrator) may want to reboot your PC due to undesired behavior on your PC. During and after the installation of new programs (software and hardware), most times, you may need to restart your device. This will shut off all processes so that the Kernal can be re-established with the new…
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. A well-known example is a PC with Microsoft…
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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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The Windows Registry is a hierarchical database that stores low-level settings for the Microsoft Windows operating system and for applications that opt to use the registry. The kernel, device drivers, services, Security Accounts Manager, and user interface can all use the registry. In this article, you will learn how to target WSUS clients with registry…
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Password Manager Pro is a secure vault for storing and managing shared sensitive information such as passwords, documents and digital identities of enterprises. Please see how to create Virtual Hosts in a WAMPserver. In this article, I will show you how to configure failover for ManageEngine Password Manager. Please see How To Setup A New…
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User Account Control (UAC) can help prevent unauthorized changes to your computer. UAC notifies you when changes are going to be made to your computer that require administrator-level permission.  In this guide, you will learn how to enable or disable User Account Control. Here are some guides on how to install and configure Veeam Backup and…
Efficient disk management involves mastering the art of using the Command Prompt in Windows. The Command Prompt empowers users with tools, enabling the seamless creation of volumes—an essential disk administration aspect. This guide explores harnessing Command Prompt’s prowess for precise and easy volume crafting. Whether you’re an experienced tech enthusiast or a digital landscape novice,…
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