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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 11Ubuntu LinuxCMSApps and Browsers
Windows 4 min read
How to Mount and Unmount ISO Files in Windows 11

The post provides a comprehensive guide on how to mount or unmount ISO and IMG images on Windows 11. It explains that these images, popular for transferring large files, are mounted as CD/DVD drives in File Explorer and can be accessed for their contents. The process, depending on the system's speed and file size, involves using the 'Mount' or 'Eject' commands in the toolbar or context menu.

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Ubuntu Linux 8 min read
How to Install Ubuntu Linux

The post guides beginners, particularly students, on downloading and installing Ubuntu Linux, an open-source operating system that is suitable for desktops, laptops, and servers. It details how to download the Ubuntu ISO image, burn it onto physical media, boot from the media in a new computer, and continue with the installation process. The post also emphasizes updating Ubuntu after installation. Ubuntu offers Long Term Support for five years and Short Term Support for about nine months.

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Windows 6 min read
How to Install Telnet on Windows 11

The post provides a guide on how to install and use the Telnet network protocol on Windows 11. Despite its insecurity and old age, Telnet is still useful in test situations. It offers different installation methods, including via the Control Panel, Command Prompt, or PowerShell. The post concludes by encouraging users to report any errors or offer feedback.

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Ubuntu Linux 5 min read
How to Install Python on Ubuntu Linux

The post provides a step-by-step demonstration on installing Python, a versatile programming language, on Ubuntu Linux. Two methods of installation are given: installing from Ubuntu repositories, which may not have the latest Python version, or manually building from the source code, which gives control over the Python version to install. Various features of the current Python versions are also highlighted, including assignment expression, position-only parameters, and f-strings support.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Change Power Modes in Windows 11

The post explains how to select power modes on Windows 11. By default, Windows 11 uses a balanced power mode for optimized performance and reduced power consumption. This can be changed to suit individual needs, ensuring the best battery life, performance, or balance. Users can select different power modes for AC and battery (DC) power, with the device automatically choosing the mode when switching power sources. The process is explained step-by-step, starting from accessing the System Settings pane.

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Windows 5 min read
How to Enable Device Encryption in Windows 11

The post instructs users how to enable or disable device encryption on Windows 11 for enhanced data protection. Device encryption converts stored data into an unintelligible code, accessible only via password or recovery key. Windows 11's System Settings panel provides options for encryption controls. Encryption is on by default on compatible systems, or users can opt for BitLocker encryption on unsupported devices.

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Windows 5 min read
How to Restore Files in Windows 11 Using File History

The post describes how to restore files and folders from File History in case the originals are lost or damaged. Although apps and system settings aren't backed up, File History focuses on preserving important personal documents. Detailed instructions on retrieving a previous version of a file or folder, comparing files, and selecting restoration options are provided.

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Windows 4 min read
How to Find Your Computer Name in Windows 11

This post provides instructions for Windows 11 users on identifying their computer name. Users can name their computer any character excluding certain special ones. Although there are several methods to find the computer name, two methods are detailed here. They include using the system settings and about screen, or using the command prompt terminal.

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Ubuntu Linux 7 min read
Setup SSH Key Authentication on Ubuntu

This post instructs students, and new users how to install and configure SSH for a passwordless key login on Ubuntu Linux. It explains key-based authentication as a secure method for managing SSH servers. Users learn how to create an SSH key pair, copy the public key onto a remote server, and configure SSH for passwordless login, enhancing security and convenience.

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Ubuntu Linux 5 min read
How to Install VMware Workstation Pro on Ubuntu Linux

This tutorial guides students and new users on installing VMware Workstation Pro, a paid virtualization solution, on Ubuntu Linux. Using VMware, anyone can run multiple virtual machines simultaneously on a single host computer. The guide includes steps on installing necessary packages, downloading and installing VMware Workstation Pro, and activating a 30-day trial, after which a license purchase is required. The write-up suggests VirtualBox as a free alternative for virtualization.

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Ubuntu Linux 5 min read
How to Install VMware Workstation Player on Ubuntu Linux

The post instructs students and new users on how to install and use VMware Workstation Player, a virtualization software, on Ubuntu Linux. This software isn't open-source, contrary to VirtualBox, and requires a license for commercial use. It provides step-by-step guidance to download, install, and use VMware Workstation Player, including instructions on installing required packages and resolving performance issues.

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Ubuntu Linux 10 min read
How to Install LEMP on Ubuntu Linux

This is a comprehensive guide on installing and using the LEMP stack, an acronym for Linux (Ubuntu), E Nginx, MariaDB or MySQL, and PHP Scripting Language, on Ubuntu Linux. The post provides step-by-step instructions on how to install Ubuntu Linux, Nginx, MariaDB (substituting for MySQL in this guide), and PHP, vital components for developing PHP-based applications or websites, and powering popular content management systems like WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla.

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Ubuntu Linux 8 min read
How to Install LAMP on Ubuntu Linux

This post guides students and new users on installing and using the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MariaDB/MySQL, PHP Scripting Language) stack on Ubuntu Linux. LAMP is a group of open-source software and is crucial for many web applications and content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress, Drupal, Joomla. The instructions include the installation processes for Ubuntu Linux, Apache, MariaDB, and PHP on the system.

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Ubuntu Linux 7 min read
Install MySQL and MariaDB on Ubuntu: A Step-by-Step Guide

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to install MySQL or on Ubuntu Linux for students or new users. Both MySQL and MariaDB are open-source, multi-threaded relational database management systems, with MariaDB being a backward-compatible replacement for MySQL. The post outlines steps on installing default and latest versions, and securing MariaDB and MySQL databases. The MariaDB Foundation maintains MariaDB, while Oracle owns MySQL. The servers are accessed through the auth_socket method.

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Ubuntu Linux 7 min read
How to Install Nginx on Ubuntu Linux

The post is an instructional guide on how to install, configure, and use the Nginx HTTP web server on Ubuntu Linux for beginners. It provides the steps necessary to install Nginx using the apt package management tool, check if Nginx is running, and how to allow the server through the Ubuntu firewall. It also explains how to configure Nginx on Ubuntu, detailing the important folders and files, how to activate or deactivate website configurations, and view log files.

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