IT & Systems
SSH Keys on Windows 11: Native OpenSSH Without the Extra Tools
Windows 11 ships with OpenSSH built in. You do not need PuTTY, Git Bash, or any third party tool to generate keys and connect to remote servers from…
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Pi-hole: Block Ads and Trackers Across Your Entire Network
One install. Every device on your network stops seeing ads. You know those banner ads, tracking pixels, and pop ups that follow you around the…
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Two-Factor Authentication: What It Is and How to Set It Up
A strong password is the lock on your front door. Two factor authentication is the deadbolt. Even with a password manager and unique passwords for…
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The 3-2-1 Backup Rule: How to Never Lose Your Data
If you only have one copy of something, you don't really have it. I have watched people lose years of photos, entire project folders, and business…
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SSH Keys: Stop Typing Passwords and Start Using Keys
If you're typing a password every time you SSH into a box, you're doing it the slow way and the less secure way. I manage 18 Linux hosts. If I had to…
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Why You Need a Password Manager (And How to Use One Right)
If your passwords live in a text file, a Word doc, a sticky note, or a OneNote page, this post is for you. I have worked in IT for over 35 years. In…
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File Explorer Freezing on Windows 11? Here's How to Fix It
When your file manager becomes your worst enemy You click a folder. Nothing happens. You click again. Still nothing. The toolbar buttons stop…
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How to Properly Redact Sensitive Info from Images [Standalone Guide]
Black boxes aren't enough if you skip the metadata You've got a screenshot with sensitive data. Maybe it's a support ticket, a config file, or…