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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 Mute Microsoft Teams Notifications for Calls and Meetings

This article explains how to mute all notifications except for calls and meetings in Microsoft Teams, a collaboration platform developed by Microsoft. The new app feature allows users to easily toggle this setting on or off. To do so, users need to access the app settings and navigate to the "Notifications and activity" tab to enable/disable the feature.

August 1, 2024 Read more →
Windows 1 min read
How to Access and View Passkeys in Windows 11 Settings

This article explains how to view Passkeys for apps and websites in Windows 11. Passkeys enable secure and convenient sign-ins using Windows Hello, such as PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint. Each passkey is unique, providing enhanced security. The Windows Settings app offers easy access to manage and view passkeys for websites and apps.

July 30, 2024 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 2 min read
How to Install FrostWire on Ubuntu 24.04: Step-by-Step Guide

This article explains how to install FrostWire, a free, open-source BitTorrent client, on Ubuntu 24.04. It covers updating the system, adding the Xtradeb Team PPA, and executing installation commands. Once installed, users can launch FrostWire using the terminal or Activities menu, enabling file sharing and downloading on Ubuntu 24.04.

Ubuntu Linux 2 min read
How to install Open-VM Tools on Ubuntu 24.04

This article outlines the installation of Open-VM Tools on Ubuntu 24.04, which enhances interaction between guest and host systems in VMware. It provides drivers and services for improved VM performance, including time synchronization, file system access, and memory management. Installation steps for desktop and server VMs are included.

July 28, 2024 Read more →
Browsers 2 min read
Disable Chrome Default Browser Prompt in Windows 11

This article provides a guide on preventing Google Chrome from prompting to be the default browser in Windows 11. By modifying the Windows Registry, users can disable this feature and revert to the default setting when needed. The change can be applied to all computer users by adjusting the corresponding Registry key. A computer reboot may be required for the changes to take effect.

July 24, 2024 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Create a Passkey for a Website in Windows 11

This article explains how to create a Passkey for a Website in Windows 11, providing a more secure and convenient way to sign in using Windows Hello for faster and easier authentication. Users can save the passkey locally on their Windows device, on a mobile device, or on a security key.

July 23, 2024 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 3 min read
How to install MySQL 8.0 on Ubuntu 24.04

This article explains how to install MySQL 8.0 on Ubuntu 24.04, a popular open-source relational database management system. Options include using Ubuntu's APT repositories or MySQL's official repositories for the latest stable release. After installation, managing and securing MySQL 8.0 is crucial, and specific commands can be used for uninstallation.

July 20, 2024 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Add Phone Link to Windows 11 Start Menu

This article provides a guide on adding or removing the Phone Link mobile device feature from the Start Menu in Windows 11. The Phone Link app connects your phone and PC, enabling access to phone apps and data from the PC. The process involves using Windows Settings or the Windows Registry Editor.

July 19, 2024 Read more →
Windows 3 min read
How to Change Your Display Name in Windows 11

This article explains how to change Windows 11 account display names. The display name, shown on the Sign-in screen and Start Menu, can differ from the login username. For Microsoft accounts, the full name specified during account creation is used. Local accounts default to the username. Use Netplwiz or Local Users and Groups to make changes accurately.

July 18, 2024 Read more →
Browsers 2 min read
Disable Edge Default Browser Prompts in Windows 11

This article provides a guide to stop Microsoft Edge prompts to set it as the default browser in Windows 11. It involves adjusting the "DefaultBrowserSettingEnabled" registry key in "Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Edge" to disable the prompt. The same can be applied to all users via "Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge". Rebooting may be required for changes to take effect.

July 17, 2024 Read more →
Windows 2 min read
How to Check Windows 11 Insider Build Expiration Date

This article guides Windows Insider participants on checking the evaluation expiration date of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build. The Insider Build allows testing new features and providing feedback to Microsoft. Users must keep their Insider Build current to prevent expiration and receive update notifications. Checking the expiration date using the Settings app or "winver" command is crucial.

July 13, 2024 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 3 min read
How to install the Tor Browser on Ubuntu 24.04

This article explains how to install the Tor Browser on Ubuntu 24.04 for anonymous browsing. It covers three methods: installation via APT command, through Flatpak, and manual download. It also provides details on launching, using, and uninstalling the browser. Each method is outlined step by step, making it easy to follow.

July 12, 2024 Read more →
Ubuntu Linux 3 min read
How to install Sublime Text 4 on Ubuntu 24.04

This article details the installation of Sublime Text 4 on Ubuntu 24.04. Sublime Text is known for its speed, ease of use, and extensive package ecosystem. The new version includes GPU Rendering, Tab Multi-Select, and Context-aware Auto Complete. Sublime Text is highly customizable, supports various programming languages and markup formats, and is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.

July 10, 2024 Read more →