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How to Reset Ubuntu Dock to Default Settings
The article provides a guide on how to reset the Dock Panel to its default settings in Ubuntu Linux, useful when changes cause it to malfunction or appear incorrect. The process involves opening the Ubuntu Terminal app and entering specific commands. Note, if certain applications are uninstalled, they will not return upon resetting.
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Manage Nginx Services on Ubuntu: Start, Stop, Restart, Reload
The article provides instructions on starting, stopping, restarting, and reloading Nginx services and processes on Ubuntu Linux using various commands. It suggests that Ubuntu is an ideal starting point for Linux beginners, particularly those managing a Nginx web server. The objective is to effectively manage Nginx services without disrupting the server’s overall operation.
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How to Turn On or Off System Restore in Windows 11
The article provides a guide on how to enable or disable the System Restore feature in Windows 11. System Restore is a functionality that allows the user to revert unwanted changes by using restore points, which capture and save the state of the computer. Users can modify the frequency of restore points and alter System…
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Reset File History in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide
The article provides a guide on resetting File History, a Windows 11 backup feature, to its default settings. File History routinely backs up different versions of files in your Windows profile, including offline OneDrive files. While there are more robust backup options, File History can be helpful, especially when original files are lost or damaged.
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How to Set DuckDuckGo as Default Browser in Windows 11
The article provides a guide on how to download DuckDuckGo and set it as the default web browser on Windows 11, replacing Microsoft Edge. DuckDuckGo, a relatively new browser, prioritizes privacy, speed, and efficiency. It includes features such as blocking trackers, pop-ups, and YouTube ads, and concealing your email address. Instructions to install and set…
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How to Delete Passkeys in Windows 11
The article guides users on how to create and delete Passkeys on websites and apps in Windows 11. Passkeys are a secure authentication alternative to passwords, stored and secured by Windows Hello. They can be used via Windows Hello Facial recognition, Fingerprint or PIN. The guide also mentions that currently, only Google, eBay, and Microsoft…
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Speed Up File Transfers in Windows 11 with Robocopy
The article teaches how to use Robocopy in Windows 11 for fast local or network file transfers, particularly large files. Robocopy, a command-line tool that comes with SMS compression enabled by default, is superior to traditional USB thumb drive copying due to speed and preventing unresponsiveness. It involves enabling file sharing, sharing the target folder,…
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How to Change Edge’s Office File Download Settings
The article provides instructions on how to disable or enable the automatic opening of Office files in the Microsoft Edge browser, the default browser of Windows 11. Steps are outlined to adjust this setting directly in the browser’s settings page. Additionally, it details a method to change this preference using the Windows Registry Editor.
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Manage App Execution Aliases in Windows 11
The article details the process of enabling or disabling App Execution Aliases in Windows 11. These aliases allow applications to be run from a command prompt. In cases where multiple apps use the same alias, user preference can be set through the Settings app. The article provides step-by-step instructions to accomplish this.
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Customize Pen Button for Right-Click in Windows 11
This article provides a guide on how to customize pen settings, including using the pen button as a right-click equivalent, in Windows 11. The article explains the process of pairing the pen with your device and amending settings. It further details how to adjust the settings through the Windows Registry Editor.