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Richard, a writer for Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast who loves breaking down complex IT topics into simple, easy-to-understand ideas. With years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, he’s developed a knack for offering practical tips and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He's deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions.

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Windows 2 min read
How to Change Remote Desktop Port in Windows 11

This text guides users on how to change the remote desktop listening port in Windows 11 through the system's registry. By default, Remote Desktop uses port 3389. However, through the registry editor, the user can modify the port for security purposes. The whole process requires careful navigation to the right registry subkey, followed by a restart of the computer.

July 5, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Clear Windows Security History in Windows 11

This text explains the process of manually clearing Windows Security Protection history events on Windows 11, which by default are only retained for two weeks. To do so, users must be logged in as an administrator, navigate to a specific path within File Explorer, and delete the Service folder, then restart their computer.

July 2, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Change Windows 11 Security Event Retention

The post provides a guide for changing the retention period of Windows Security Protection history events on Windows 11. The default setting automatically removes these events after two weeks. The post instructs on adjusting this length of time, even setting it to infinite retention, using specific commands in PowerShell.

Windows 3 min read
How to Access Protection History in Windows 11

The blog post guides Windows 11 users on how to access the Protection History page of the Windows Security app. Here, they can monitor actions taken by Microsoft Defender Antivirus including the removal of Potentially Unwanted Apps, turning off critical services, and understanding threat alerts. Protection History retains data for two weeks, after which events disappear, but users can filter the history and manage threat actions effectively.

July 1, 2022 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 3 min read
3 Steps to Play DVD in Ubuntu Linux (Fix Codecs)

Ubuntu Linux, by default, does not support encrypted or region-protected DVDs. Users need to install the correct codecs and certain packages such as libdvd. This post provides step-by-step instructions on how to enable the multiverse repository, install the libdvd-pkg, and set up additional packages and plugins to watch DVDs and videos in Ubuntu Linux.

June 30, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Disable Chrome PDF Viewer

The tutorial outlines how to disable Google Chrome's internal PDF viewer so PDF files always open externally in apps like Adobe Reader. This involves modifying browser settings or, for an administrative, registry-based option, making changes to Windows registry. The tutorial asserts that some business environments may find external PDF applications more effective than Chrome's internal viewer.

Windows 3 min read
How to Lock Windows 11 Proxy Settings for Security

The article provides a guide on how to prevent users from changing proxy settings on Windows 11. Businesses often use proxy servers to manage network traffic. But users may adjust or bypass these servers, which can be prevented by locking the proxy settings using Local Group Policy Editor or Windows Registry in the Windows 11 operating system.

June 29, 2022 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 2 min read
Install Angular CLI on Ubuntu: A Step-by-Step Guide

This post teaches how to install and use Angular CLI on Ubuntu Linux. First, the NVM environment is installed and activated. Then, Node.js v16 is installed. After Node.js and NPM are set up, the latest Angular CLI can be installed. The post also outlines how to create, build, serve a new Angular project on a development server, and the server's automatic rebuilding and reloading process whenever source files are modified.

June 28, 2022 Read more →
Windows 4 min read
How to Hide or Show Network Icon in Windows 11 File Explorer

This tutorial guides Windows 11 users on how to add or remove the Network icon from File Explorer's navigation pane. The Network icon simplifies browsing local network locations and displaying mapped network locations. However, users can choose to hide or unhide it via simple steps. Note that other settings may still enable access to it even when hidden.

June 26, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Turn On or Off Cellular Network in Windows 11

This content guides users on enabling or disabling a cellular network adapter in Windows 11 devices. Users with built-in SIM or eSIM cards can establish a cellular data connection similar to Wi-Fi or hotspot connections. Instructions were provided on how to access System Settings to either enable or disable the network adapter.

June 23, 2022 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Clear Windows Thumbnail Cache in Windows 11

The post explains how to clear and reset the Windows 11 thumbnail cache, which stores copies of images, videos, documents, among other data for quick retrieval. However, this cache can become corrupted, causing thumbnails to display incorrectly. The article provides step-by-step instructions for clearing and resetting the cache to resolve any corruption.

June 22, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Deny Removable Storage Access in Windows 11

The post guides on how to control access to removable storage devices in Windows 11. This is crucial as removable devices can carry malware and viruses. Users can restrict or allow access through the Local Group Policy Editor, enabling or disabling the "All Removable Storage classes: Deny all access" option. The post also lists additional related guides for Windows 11.

June 19, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Check BitLocker Drive Status on Windows 11

The post instructs students and new users about checking the BitLocker encryption status on Windows 11. BitLocker offers data protection, allowing access only to authorized users. The post provides a step-by-step guide on using built-in command tools to check whether a drive is BitLocker-protected, and how to quickly enable BitLocker for data security.

June 17, 2022 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Check DirectX Version in Windows 11

The article provides a guide for students and new users on how to check the DirectX version installed on Windows 11 using the DxDiag tool. DirectX is a vital suite aiding in multimedia experiences, especially in gaming, by working directly with audio and video hardware. The DxDiag tool helps in viewing detailed DirectX components and drivers information on your system.

June 16, 2022 Read more →
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