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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 2 min read
How to Run File Explorer as Administrator in Windows 11

This post guides students and new users on how to run File Explorer as an administrator on Windows 11. By default, it opens with normal privileges. The tutorial provides two methods: finding the explorer app in the C:\Windows folder to run as an administrator, or running it through the Task Manager. The user's account must belong to the administrator's group for these steps to work.

December 3, 2021 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Hide Folders from Windows Search in Windows 11

The post provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users on how to hide specific folders from Windows Search results in Windows 11. This feature allows customization of search results in order to prevent unnecessary system slowdowns by hiding unwanted content. This involves navigating to System Settings, and specifically to the Searching Windows settings pane, where folders can be added to or removed from the exclusion list.

Windows 3 min read
How to Enable or Disable Automatic Sign-in After Windows 11 Update

The post guides users through the process of enabling or disabling automatic sign-in after an update in Windows 11. When enabled, Windows saves the user's sign-in credentials and uses them automatically to finish installing updates. This feature can be managed through the Windows System Settings under 'Sign-in options.' It is exclusively applied during updates, with regular sign-in prompts remaining at other times.

December 2, 2021 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 6 min read
How to Install LEMP on Google Cloud Server

The post guides beginners on how to install the LEMP stack, a solution used to build many popular websites and apps, on Google Cloud servers running Ubuntu Linux. The content comprises a series of instructions, starting with domain registration and setting up a Google Cloud server, followed by steps to install necessary software packages aiding in building LEMP-based websites or applications.

Windows 3 min read
How to Enable or Disable Windows Update Delivery Optimization

The post guides on enabling or disabling Windows Update Delivery Optimization in Windows 11. This feature allows PCs to receive and send updates and Microsoft Store apps to other computers, expediting the update process. However, for privacy concerns, Windows Update Delivery Optimization can be turned off, restricting update downloads to Microsoft's servers only.

Windows 3 min read
How to Free Up Space by Moving SoftwareDistribution Folder

The article provides a guide for changing or moving the Windows Updates SoftwareDistribution folder in Windows 11. This is useful when running low on storage space, as updates can fail to install due to space limitations. The guide instructs how to create a new folder in a larger partition, stop the Windows Updates service, and create a symbolic link to the new location. This allows future updates to be downloaded to the new folder location.

December 1, 2021 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 6 min read
How to Install LAMP on Google Cloud Server

The post guides users on installing the LAMP stack on Google Cloud servers with Ubuntu Linux. It's part of a series providing step-by-step instructions, from registering a domain name to setting up a Google Cloud server and installing essential software and packages. After successfully creating a website domain, setting up the server, and having Apache, Nginx, PHP, MySQL, or MariaDB installed, readers can proceed with installing the LAMP stack.

Windows 4 min read
How to Burn a CD or DVD in Windows 11

The post provides a guide on how to burn a CD or DVD on Windows 11. Although less popular due to cheaper, larger capacity thumb drives, burning a CD/DVD remains an option for content backup or transfer. The process involves inserting a blank disc into an optical drive and following the provided instructions to burn the content. Various disc types, including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, and DVD-RW, can be used, each with different capabilities.

November 30, 2021 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Enable or Disable Windows 11 Services

The post guides users on managing services in Windows 11. It discusses the different startup types, like automatic, automatic (delayed start), manual, and disabled. It further instructs on how to enable or disable services through the Services app and Command Prompt. The control of services helps optimize system performance and cater to individual usage needs.

November 29, 2021 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Use Microsoft Print to PDF in Windows

This post guides students and new users on how to convert any document into a PDF file using Windows' in-built Microsoft Print to PDF feature. Previously, Windows used Microsoft XPS printer, but has since adopted PDF. The process involves opening the desired document, selecting Print, then choosing Microsoft Print to PDF. The resulting PDF can be saved at a chosen location.

CMS 6 min read
How to Install Joomla on Google Cloud Server

The post guides beginners on setting up a Joomla website on Google Cloud servers running Ubuntu Linux. It is the seventh in a series that started with domain name registration and setting up a Google Cloud server. It provides detailed instructions for installing Joomla and connecting to Google Cloud servers. The process also includes installing necessary software, packages, and a database server for enhanced functionality and efficient content storage.

November 28, 2021 Read more →
CMS 6 min read
How to Install Drupal on Google Cloud Server

This post guides readers on how to install Drupal on Google Cloud servers running Ubuntu Linux. After setting up a Google Cloud server and installing necessary software and packages, users can use Drupal to build a dynamic and functional website. The guide also covers connecting to Google Cloud servers via SSH, and installing Drupal using either Apache or Nginx on Ubuntu Linux.

CMS 6 min read
How to Install WordPress on Google Cloud Server

This post guides students and new users on installing WordPress on Google Cloud servers running Ubuntu Linux. It is the seventh in a series that includes creating a website domain, setting up Google Cloud servers, and installing necessary software/packages. With the acquired knowledge, users can now employ WordPress for a functional and professional website. The process can be directly executed from the user's browser using the server hostname or IP address.

CMS 5 min read
How to Install MySQL or MariaDB on Google Cloud Server

This post provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users to install MySQL or MariaDB database server on Google Cloud servers running Ubuntu Linux. As part of a series, it shows how to set up a web server, create a domain, and install necessary software for building and running a website. It particularly emphasizes the importance of a database server for content storage in popular content management systems.

November 27, 2021 Read more →
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