Category: tips
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The importance of passwords and MFA
Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring not just a password but also another form of verification, such as a code sent to your phone or an authentication app. This makes it much harder for attackers to gain access to your accounts, even if they have…
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Cleaning up disk space for windows
Freeing up space is always an issue these days. Running out of space on your Windows computer? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you free up some space and keep your system running smoothly. Step 1: Use Disk Cleanup Open Disk Cleanup: !Disk Cleanup Search Select the Drive: !Select…
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Dynamic DNS free Alternatives
DynDNS have removed their free account service and now require customers to pay a minimum of $30/yr for a basic account. If you’ve already registered an account with DynDNS don’t worry, existing customers on the free service won’t need to start paying. This will only affect new customers that would like to register an account to…
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Where to get that windows 7 disk
Ok… so you lost your Windows 7 install disk… well as luck would have it…. below is a list of direct downloads .. of course you will still need to have a valid key, but if you are doing a re-install then a quick jellybean or look at the sticker on your machine and your…
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Wireless networks and windows XP , a quick how to
How to remove existing wireless network profile in Windows XP Step 1 Open Control panel, select and double click Network Connections. Step 2 Select Wireless Network Connection, right click it and select Properties. Step 3 Choose “Wireless Networks” tab and select existing network in preferred networks, then click Remove. Step 4 Click OK. and…
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Unlock the Digital Dash on Fords
This information sold on eBay for 99p+ as UNLOCK YOUR FORD LCD DASH DISPLAY FOCUS PUMA FEISTA Ford Puma Digital Dash Unlock – MPH / KPH / Revs etc. Unlock Digital Dash on Ford FOCUS FIESTA MONDEO ESCORT Unlock Your Ford Cougar / Mondeo / Focus / Ka Display Details Self Diagnostics Mode The Self…
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Cheat sheet for Total Annihilation
code: +ANTIALIAS Toggles antialiasing on 3d models. +ATM Gives you 1000 metal and energy. +BIGBROTHER Scrolls through your units. +BPS Shows data transfer rate in a multiplayer game. +CDSTART Starts the CD music. +CDSTOP Stops the CD Music. +CLOCK In-game clock addition. +COMBUSTION Kill all other players’ units.…
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Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
All credit to my friend Louise for this… 2 C. Sugar 1/2 C. Milk 1/3 C. Cocoa 1/2 C. Butter 1 tsp. Vanilla 1/2 C. Peanut Butter(Chunkystyle O.K.,don’t add nuts) 3 C. Uncooked Quick Rolled Oats 1/2 C. walnuts, chopped (optional) Mix sugar, cocoa, butter, and milk in large saucepan. Bring mixture to…
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BBC iPlayer – TV Highlights
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What ports do I need to open to permit VPN traffic ?
For PPTP VPN connections, you need to open TCP port 1723 (for PPTP tunnel maintenance traffic). PPTP also uses IP port 47 for tunneling data. Port 47 is designed for “General Routing Encapsulation” or GRE packets. For L2TP VPN connections, you need to open UDP port 500 for Internet Key Exchange (IKE) traffic and…