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Change Hard Disk Idle Timeout in Windows 11
The article provides a guide on how to adjust the hard disk idle timeout in Windows 11, a feature that automatically turns off the hard disk after a certain period of inactivity to save energy and extend battery life. The author notes that while useful, this setting can cause a slight delay when apps need…
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Change Offline Maps Location in Windows 11
This article provides a guide on how to change the default location for storing offline maps in Windows 11. Initially, offline maps are saved in the C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\MapData folder. However, Windows 11 allows users to save these maps on removable drives and partitions, facilitating portability. When a different drive is selected, existing and new offline maps…
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How to Download Offline Maps on Windows 11
The article provides a guide on downloading and using offline maps in Windows 11. The process starts with accessing system settings, followed by navigating to the offline maps settings within the apps category. Users then pick their desired geographic location and download the map for offline use. Finally, the downloaded maps can be viewed and…
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How to Install the MEAN Stack on Ubuntu Linux
The article provides a detailed guide on installing and using the MEAN stack on Ubuntu Linux. The MEAN stack, comprising MongoDB, Express, Angular, and Node, offers a standardized, efficient framework for Java-based website and application development. The guide covers the installation processes of MongoDB, Node.js, and the MEAN stack itself, before highlighting how to create…
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Manage Windows Security Notifications in Windows 11
The article provides steps to enable or disable the Account protection notifications in the Windows Security app in Windows 11. The notifications share critical security information and alert about issues with Windows Hello or Dynamic Lock. The instructions to toggle these notifications on/off are given for users who wish to control the reception of such…
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Manage Windows Security Notifications in Windows 11
The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable or disable Virus & Threat Protection notifications in the Windows Security app for Windows 11. Receiving these notifications depends on user preferences: for continuous updates on device health and security, they should be enabled; if they’re considered bothersome, they can be turned off. Specific options…
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Install ModSecurity on Apache for Ubuntu: A Comprehensive Guide
The article provides detailed instructions on installing and using ModSecurity with Apache on Ubuntu Linux. ModSec, an open-source web application firewall, was initially a module on Apache but now supports multiple servers, with advanced performance on Apache. The guide covers installation, configuration, rule modification for preventive actions, and application of OWASP ModSecurity rules.
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Enable/Disable Firewall Notifications in Windows 11
The article provides detailed steps to enable or disable firewall and network protection notifications on Windows 11 via the Windows Security app. Users are informed when Microsoft Defender Firewall blocks a new app and about other areas needing attention. These notifications can be selectively tailored to individual needs, offering awareness about computer activities or can…
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How to Install Standard Notes Server on Ubuntu
The article presents a detailed guide to installing and using the Standard Notes server, a cross-platform, open-source, and encrypted note-taking app, on Ubuntu Linux. The guide includes installing Docker, downloading and setting up Standard Notes from GitHub, generating configuration secrets, updating certain lines in server and Docker files, starting the server, and running checks. Additionally,…
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Create Storage Spaces and Volumes in Windows 11
The article provides instructions for creating new storage volumes with Windows 11’s Storage Spaces feature, which groups multiple disk drives into a storage pool for data protection. The process includes creating a new storage pool with two or more drives, selecting storage size and resiliency options, and formatting the new volume. The result is a…