In this article, I will show you how to disable BitLocker on Windows Server. BitLocker is a Windows security feature that enables encryption for entire volumes. It addresses the threats of data theft or exposure from lost, stolen, or inappropriately decommissioned devices. BitLocker provides maximum protection when used with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which…
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BitLocker Drive Encryption enables you to protect data on lost, stolen or inappropriately decommissioned devices by encrypting the entire volume and checking the integrity of early boot components. These data can only be decrypted if all the components are successfully verified and the encrypted drive is located in the original PC. In this article, we…
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Key Rotation in Microsoft BitLocker Administration and Monitoring (MBAM) refers to the process of rotating the encryption keys used to protect BitLocker-encrypted drives. This is a security best practice to minimize the risk associated with long-term exposure to a single encryption key. In this article, we shall discuss How does Key Rotation work in MBAM….
GitLab Runner is open-source and runs as a single binary with no language-specific requirements. GitLab Runner also run inside a Docker container or be deployed to a Kubernetes cluster. In this article, you will learn how to update Gitlab-runners on Windows. Please see How to uninstall GitLab Runner from your Windows device, How to enable…
Accessing shared files from two different domains can be problematic most times. Especially when you have different forest. This is also the same with issues deploying an image from one WDS server in one domain to the other. Most times, it requires you to configure trust relationships, permissions etc. In this article, you will learn…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to “use iCloud for Windows: How to install and uninstall iCloud for Windows”. iCloud for Windows is a Windows-based application provided by Apple that allows you to access your iCloud content, including photos, videos, documents, and emails, from a Windows PC. Please see How to sync your passwords…
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Norton 360 is a comprehensive cybersecurity and antivirus software suite developed by Norton LifeLock. It offers a range of features to protect your PC and personal data from various online threats, including viruses, malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. In this article, we shall discuss how to fix Norton 360 Installation has encountered an error 8404…
Cloud Backup stores and protects important files and documents as a preventative measure against data loss due to hard drive failures, stolen devices and ransomware. In this article, we shall discuss the steps to set up Norton Cloud Backup on Windows. Kindly refer to these exciting guides: How to remove Norton from Mac using the…
An SQL Server instance is a complete SQL server and you can install many instances on a machine but you can have only 1 default instance. It represents a separate and independent database environment that can store and manage data. In this article, I will teach you how to verify if the xp_cmdshell feature is enabled or disabled in…
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Realistically, this is a rather frequent error error message. We shall learn how to “fix a network-related or instance-specific error occurred”. This error could mean different things as there is no one solution that fits all. Please see how to Migrate Your WordPress Site with WordPress Duplicator, how to Fix Spell Check Not Working in…
Drivers are software installed on the system to allow communication between your computer and hardware devices like the speakers, projector, external storage drive and many more. Microsoft will digitally sign each driver to confirm it is safe for use on Windows 11. In this guide, I will be showing you how to disable driver signature…
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Gone are the days of black and white computer monitors. Today’s displays boast a vibrant spectrum of almost 16 million colors. But for those with HDR (High Dynamic Range) monitors, even this palette can seem limited. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what HDR is, highlight the benefits of an HDR monitor, and provide step-by-step…
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In this article, you will learn how to enable or disable Firefox Network Captive Portal Service. The captive portal is the page you get to see when you are connected to a public Wi-Fi network like train station WiFi, coffee shop WiFi, and many others. You can read more on How to Disable Chrome Browser…
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