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Richard

Tech Writer, IT Professional

Richard is a writer at Geek Rewind who turns complex IT tasks into clear, step-by-step guides. He draws on years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, focusing on Windows, Linux and WordPress: the problems people actually run into, and the fixes that work. His server and WordPress guides come from systems he runs himself. Richard builds and maintains the platform behind Geek Rewind, from its Ubuntu servers and Nginx configuration to its custom WordPress plugins. Many new tutorials start with readers' questions, and he's always glad to answer them in the comments.

Writes about: Windows 11, Ubuntu Linux, CMS, Apps and Browsers

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Richard

Tech Writer, IT Professional

Richard is a writer at Geek Rewind who turns complex IT tasks into clear, step-by-step guides. He draws on years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, focusing on Windows, Linux and WordPress: the problems people actually run into, and the fixes that work. His server and WordPress guides come from systems he runs himself. Richard builds and maintains the platform behind Geek Rewind, from its Ubuntu servers and Nginx configuration to its custom WordPress plugins. Many new tutorials start with readers' questions, and he's always glad to answer them in the comments.

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Windows 6 min read
How to Rename Drive Labels in Windows 11

The post explains how to rename a drive or volume label in Windows 11. The user-friendly names assigned to internal and external drives can be changed in different ways, such as through File Explorer or via the Windows Settings app. However, changes can only be made by members of the administrator's group or equivalent. CD/DVD drive labels cannot be altered.

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Windows 7 min read
How to Map Local Folders as Drives in Windows 11

This post explains how to map a local folder as a drive in Windows 11. The process involves creating a shortcut with a specific command, linking it to the desired folder, and adjusting settings to allow the 'drive' to be automatically mounted upon startup. The mounted folder simulates a physical drive and saves contents onto the actual drive.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Mount Drives as Folders in Windows 11

This post provides a guide on how to mount a drive in an empty folder rather than using a drive letter in Windows 11. This allows the drive to appear as a simple folder and enables easier access and saving of data. Such a process can be executed only on empty folders located in basic or dynamic NTFS volumes. Several methods to accomplish this task, including through settings, disk management, or command prompt, are detailed.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Start and End Focus Sessions in Windows 11

The post provides a detailed guide on initiating and terminating a focus session in Windows 11 through various methods, including the notifications center, settings, and Clock app. The focus session feature minimizes distractions by disabling various notifications and alerts on the taskbar, allowing users to concentrate more effectively. Alterations can be made to the session settings such as setting the session's duration or adjusting other preferences.

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Windows 5 min read
How to Use CHKDSK in Windows 11

The post explains how to check disk errors using the 'chkdsk' command in Windows 11. This command, which requires Administrator rights, looks for logical and physical errors in the file system. It can be run from terminal or File Explorer, and fixes errors when used with certain parameters. The guide includes steps to conduct an error check and perform fixes using 'chkdsk'.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Buy Windows 11 Product Key from Microsoft

The post details how to buy a Windows 11 digital product key from Microsoft to activate Windows on a new PC. It also explains that a free upgrade to Windows 11 is possible for Windows 10 users. If a PC is purchased with an unactivated Windows, a digital product key must be bought. The post further describes how to purchase different versions of Windows 11 from Microsoft's website.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Adjust Live Captions Position in Windows 11

The post details how to modify the position of the Live Captions bar in Windows 11, a feature that allows users to read captions of audio making it easier for people with hearing impairment. Enabling Live Captions also lets users choose bar display locations such as top, bottom, or floating. Captions appearance and size can be customized, with the default location being at the top but changeable as desired.

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Windows 5 min read
How to Enable or Disable Sign-In on Wake In Windows 11

The post outlines how to alter sign-in settings upon wakeup in Windows 11 due to the added security measures using the System Settings pane. Users are directed to 'Accounts' and then 'Sign-in options'. A variety of time options or 'Never' can be selected for when Windows should require sign-in after PC awakes from sleep. Users can also disable sign-in requirements entirely.

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Windows 6 min read
How to Download Latest Windows 11 ISO with UUP Dump

This post provides a comprehensive guide on how to use the UUP Dump tool to download and create ISO files for the latest Windows 11 builds. The tool is useful as it fetches the most recent builds even when they are not available on Microsoft's site. It includes a step-by-step procedure, from visiting the UUP Dump website to eventually installing the downloaded ISO file on a machine.

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Browsers 5 min read
How to Backup and Restore Microsoft Edge

The post provides a guide on backing up and restoring everything in the Microsoft Edge browser on Windows systems. The backup includes all settings, favorites, profiles, and extensions but excludes passwords stored in Edge. These are encrypted and stored online. The guide offers detailed steps on how to locate the Edge folder, copy it to a new system, and restore browser preferences via the Windows registry.

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Windows 6 min read
How to Enable or Disable Time Zone Automatic Setting In Windows 11

The post provides instructions on managing the "Set time zone automatically" feature in Windows 11. It highlights the importance of a correct time zone for schedules and alarms. Users can allow Windows to manage this or make manual adjustments. Steps to turn the feature on or off, as well as manual time zone setting, are illustrated.

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Windows 6 min read
How to Enable or Disable Set Time Automatically in Windows 11

The post discusses how to turn on or off the "Set time automatically" function in Windows 11. It involves navigating to System Settings, proceeding to the Time & Language section, and finally adjusting the switch under Date & Time. The post also provides guidance on setting the time manually if "Set time automatically" is disabled.

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Ubuntu Linux 7 min read
How to Run Cron Jobs Every Minute, Hour, Day on Ubuntu Linux

The post provides an in-depth guide to configuring and scheduling cron jobs in Ubuntu Linux, which are executed at specified intervals for routine tasks like log cleaning or system file backups. Using a cron table (crontab), one can schedule tasks to run by the minute, hour, day, month, or year using multiple operators. The post also explains how to schedule jobs to run every minute, every 5, 10, or 15 minutes, and provides an example of an entry for Let's Encrypt certbot's certificate renewal.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Set Windows Spotlight as Desktop Wallpaper

The Windows 11 update build 25169 introduces a feature permitting Windows Spotlight as a desktop theme, offering users a rotating array of global photography. This feature is currently exclusively available to Windows Dev channels and PCs participating in the Microsoft Insider Preview program. The steps to access this feature are located in Windows' System Settings.

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CMS 9 min read
How to Rebrand (or Change Domain Name) in WordPress

This post provides a step-by-step guide to rebranding or changing a domain name in WordPress. Thus, it starts with registering a new domain name, creating a new virtual host or server block, and redirecting traffic from the old domain to the new one. The post then shifts to updating the WordPress database and verifying the changes. It's a handy guide even for beginners, given the accessibility of server console via SSH or direct connection.

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