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Tech Writer, IT Professional

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 11Ubuntu LinuxCMSApps and Browsers
Windows 3 min read
How to Disable or Enable Welcome Experience in Windows 11

This article instructs on managing the Windows Welcome Experience in Windows 11, a feature that highlights new and suggested content post-update. The article provides step-by-step instructions on turning the feature off or on using System Settings. By adjusting a single setting in the Notifications pane, users can control their exposure to highlighted updates.

December 31, 2021 Read more →
CMS 11 min read
Joomla Migration to Google Cloud: Step-by-Step Guide

The article provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for migrating a Joomla website to a Google Cloud server without downtime. Starting with registration on Google Cloud and server setting, it covers the preparation of the new server, backup, transfer, and restoration of data. It highlights the importance of ensuring identical configurations in both servers and testing before making the new server live. Post-installation fine-tuning is also mentioned for perfect setup.

December 30, 2021 Read more →
CMS 11 min read
Migrate Drupal to Google Cloud: A Step-by-Step Guide

The content provides a guide for migrating a Drupal website to Google Cloud without downtime. It involves processes like initial server inventory, registering and setting up Google Cloud, installing necessary software packages such as LAMP or LEMP, backing up current server data, copying the server content to Google Cloud, and restoring the data there. It also recommends configuration validations, domain redirections through DNS updates, and system fine-tuning post-migration.

December 29, 2021 Read more →
Windows 1 min read
How to Enable or Disable Taskbar App Badges in Windows 11

The post guides users on managing app badge notifications on the Windows 11 Taskbar, including turning them off to maintain privacy. The settings are adjustable via the System Settings pane and involve navigations through Personalization and Taskbar sections. If disabled and required again, the process is simply reversible.

CMS 11 min read
Seamless WordPress Migration to Google Cloud

This post guides students through the process of migrating a WordPress website to Google Cloud without downtime. Key steps include preparing the new server environment, updating DNS records, duplicating configurations from the current server to Google Cloud, backing up server data, transferring and restoring content, and finally, updating DNS to point to the new server. The guide provides commands and procedures for each step to assist in successful migration.

Ubuntu Linux 6 min read
How to Create your Website on Google Cloud Server

This post is a comprehensive guide on setting up websites on Google Cloud servers, particularly those running Ubuntu Linux. Topics cover domain registration, Google Cloud server setup, installation of important software and packages, to the use of popular content management systems (CMS). The guide also highlights connecting to the Google Cloud server and creating websites on these servers. Tools to enhance website functionality are discussed, with additional steps on securing them with free SSL certificates.

December 28, 2021 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 5 min read
Check PHP Version and Install on Ubuntu 24.04

This article details the steps to check and install a specific PHP version on Ubuntu 24.04, highlighting its significance for web development compatibility. It covers checking installed PHP versions, using the phpinfo() function, identifying PHP modules, and installing specific PHP versions via third-party repositories, ensuring optimal server performance and security.

Ubuntu Linux 6 min read
How to Check & Install Specific Nginx version on Ubuntu Linux

The post provides a detailed guide for determining which version of Nginx is running on a server or installing a specific Nginx version on Ubuntu Linux. Besides, it offers instructions for finding out which modules come with Nginx, and also covers how to install a particular version from a third-party repository, if it's not available in Ubuntu's repository.

December 27, 2021 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Enable System Protection in Windows 11

The article provides steps on how to turn on or off system protection for drives in Windows 11. System Protection feature allows the creation of restore points for recovering to previous working states in case of issues. Drives can be added or removed from System Protection individually, with Windows automatically purging older restore points. System Protection is advised as part of a robust backup plan. The article includes a visual guide on enabling and disabling system protection from the System Settings pane of Windows 11.

Ubuntu Linux 5 min read
How to Check & Install Specific Apache version on Ubuntu Linux

This post provides a comprehensive guide on how to check the version of Apache running on a server and how to install a particular Apache version on Ubuntu Linux. It covers basic information about Apache, detailed instructions to check server versions, loaded modules, and the process for installing specific Apache versions including the addition of third-party repositories for versions unavailable in Ubuntu Linux's repository.

Windows 2 min read
How to Enable or Disable Memory Compression in Windows 11

The post provides a guide on how to enable or disable Memory compression in Windows 11. This feature compresses system memory to enhance performance and reduce physical memory use. While it promotes efficient memory use and better user experience, it may potentially slow CPU processing due to additional resources required for compression and decompression operations.

December 26, 2021 Read more →
Browsers 3 min read
How to Set DuckDuckGo as Default in Windows 11

The post outlines steps to set DuckDuckGo as the default search engine in various browsers (Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, etc.) in Windows 11. Stating that DuckDuckGo provides privacy protection, it presents instructions to install different browsers on Windows 11 and configure DuckDuckGo as the default search engine, differentiating steps for Chromium-based browsers and Firefox.

December 24, 2021 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Find Your System’s VRAM in Windows 11

The post provides steps for checking and viewing video RAM (vRAM) in Windows 11. vRAM speeds up computer graphic processes, holding data for the graphics processing unit (GPU). Checking vRAM may help understand performance issues related to graphics-intensive games or video editing tasks. The post also suggests how to increase vRAM through system BIOS or purchasing an advanced GPU. It helps users decide if they need to upgrade or add more RAM to their GPU.

Windows 3 min read
How to Access the Videos Folder in Windows 11

The post details how to locate and use the Videos folder in Windows 11, a default system folder used to store video content and other recordings. The folder can be found in the user's profile and accessed through the Start menu or File Explorer. Its location can be changed by administrators. The post also explains how to add the Videos folder shortcut to the Start menu for easy access.

December 23, 2021 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Verify Windows Subsystem for Linux Version

The post details how to verify the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) version installed on a system. It discusses the two major WSL versions available and states that checking is accomplished by running specific commands in the Command Prompt. It also mentions that WSL2, the newer version, delivers performance enhancement and complete system call compatibility.