File Systems and Partitions, Explained: Tips on Taking Control of Your Computer’s Storage
13 Min Read
You might never have heard of the file system, but when you use a computer or any device that stores data, you …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Windows 11 Upgrade and Installation Errors: The Cryptic Messages and How to Overcome Them
10 Min Read
Since the original version of Windows 11 (21H2) became available in late 2021, and especially since my post on how …
Windows 11 on an Intel-based Mac: Version 25H2 (and older) Installation/Upgrade Guide
5 Min Read
This post will help you install Windows 11 on an Intel-based Mac. If you have a Mac powered by Apple’s M-series …
Windows 11 Upgrade on Unsupported Devices: How to 100% Bypass TPM 2.0 or Unqualified CPUs for Version 25H2 and Previous Releases
8 Min Read
This post will help you upgrade to the latest Windows 11 25H2 (or any previous release) on any PC that’s …
Ubiquiti Releases UniFi Network 9.4 with Powerful Object Oriented Networking Feature and More
5 Min Read
Here’s some exciting news for fans of UniFi Network. Ubiquiti today announces the release candidate (RC) of its UniFi Network …
HOSTS File, Explained: The Location and How to Use It to Block Unwanted Websites
9 Min Read
You might have heard of a computer’s hosts file. If not, you didn’t miss much. Literally, that’s a file named …
Wi-Fi, Online Media, Misinformation, and How to Stay Safe: It’s on You!
16 Min Read
I often get questions concerning online safety. They can be broad, along the lines of “how to protect my computer …
Ransomware Explained, Prevention, and Contingency: Simple Ways to Stay Safe
12 Min Read
For almost a decade—and counting—ransomware has been a massive security headache for individuals and businesses alike. More than just some …
Microsoft Account is a Raw Deal: How to 100% Avoid It on a Windows Computer
6 Min Read
This post will help you deal with that dreadful practice of Microsoft where it forces you to use an online …
Tips on Travel Light: How to Turn Your Laptop into a Travel Router or Wi-Fi Hotspot
8 Min Read
Lately, I’ve gotten many messages asking for a recommendation on “travel routers.” Summer is here, and folks want to stay …
