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Open Microsoft Edge Always in InPrivate Mode
This tutorial instructs on launching Microsoft Edge in InPrivate browsing mode automatically. While Edge standard mode offers convenience features like auto-completion of web addresses and saved passwords, using InPrivate mode provides greater privacy by not storing browsing history, cookies, or data filled in forms. This launch mode can be set through modifying the Edge program’s…
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How to Launch Google Chrome in Incognito Mode
This tutorial explains how to launch Google Chrome in Incognito mode on Windows 10 for enhanced privacy, as it doesn’t retain browsing history and other data. The process includes selecting ‘New incognito window’ from the browser’s setting. For always starting in Incognito mode, modify the chrome application’s target field in properties by appending ‘-incognito’.
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How to Change Printer Name in Windows 10
This is a tutorial on renaming a printer in Windows 10. When installing a new printer, Windows assigns an automatic name which might be too long. To change this, navigate to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners and select the printer. Click Manage, go to the General page, rename the printer, and hit Apply…
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How to Backup and Restore MariaDB on Ubuntu
This tutorial guides users through the process of backing up and restoring MariaDB databases and data files on Ubuntu using Mariabackup. Mariabackup, an open-source tool introduced in MariaDB 10.1, does “hot online” backups of InnoDB tables and other files. The tutorial includes step-by-step instructions on installing Mariabackup, creating backups, and restoring data from these backups.
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How to Check Disk Space on Ubuntu Quickly
The tutorial provides guidance on how to check remaining disk space in Ubuntu using Disk Usage Analyzer and the System Monitor app. The Disk Usage Analyzer provides a breakdown of disk space according to Folder, Size, Contents, and modified date. The System Monitor displays information according to Total, Free, Available, and Used. If running low…
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How to Disable AMP for WordPress Pages
The post provides a guide for students and new users to disable and remove Google’s Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) feature from WordPress sites. The article states that while AMP reduces loading time, it can also harm user engagement and poorly perform with AMP-enabled advertising. The writer guides users to delete the AMP plugin and set…
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Customize Windows 10 Taskbar: Step-by-Step Guide
The article provides a tutorial on customizing the Windows 10 taskbar. It explains how users can personalize the taskbar by changing its color, size, and location, and instructs on pinning frequently used apps for quicker access. The tutorial also notes the need to unlock the taskbar before making any changes.
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How to list Services on Ubuntu Linux
This tutorial guides students and new users on how to list or show all services running or stopped on Ubuntu 20.04 | 18.04 LTS. The guide explains the use of the systemctl command-line utility, which manages systemd services on Linux systems. The tutorial also includes instruction for starting, stopping, enabling, disabling, and checking service status,…
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How to Customize Your Windows 10 Lock Screen
This tutorial guides students and newcomers on personalizing the Windows 10 lock screen. The lock screen can be customized with personally chosen photos or a slideshow, with system notifications about upcoming events. Options for displaying images are Windows Spotlight, Picture, and Slideshow. Troubleshooting advice is also provided in case the chosen display feature is not…
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How to Install Printer Drivers in Windows 10
This tutorial guides students or new users on how to install or upgrade printer drivers in Windows 10. Printers require the latest drivers from the manufacturer to function efficiently. Users can update drivers through Windows updates, downloads from the manufacturer’s website, or manually. This is particularly important for those who recently migrated from earlier Windows…