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Friday, August 29, 2025
Solving OneDrive For Business (Work/School) Errors & Issues
Friday, August 22, 2025
Clean-room Level Data Recovery Service: That's NOT a Rip Off!
In over 20 years of working with technology and data, I’ve encountered just about every kind of storage failure imaginable; from corrupted file systems to physically damaged drives. And while there are countless data recovery companies out there who would LOVE to charge you an obscene fortune to "help" you get your data back, one Company has gone against that trend has consistently stood out to me, HDD Recovery Services out of Ottawa, Canada: https://www.hddrecovery.ca/
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Apple Phasing Out Network-Based Time Capsule, Time Machine Backups
The End of an Era:
Apple is Phasing Out Network-Based Time Capsule, Time Machine Backups
Apple is making a decisive shift in how macOS handles backups, and it’s a move that’s leaving many longtime users of Time Capsule and AirPort hardware with tough decisions. With the introduction of macOS 27, Apple will officially drop support for Time Machine backups over network-connected Time Capsule disks.Apple is Phasing Out Network-Based Time Capsule, Time Machine Backups
https://9to5mac.com/2025/06/10/time-machine-backup-macos/
Monday, August 18, 2025
Why Do Hackers Target & Attack Who They Do?
It’s quite rare for the average "someone" to be targeted by a deep, sophisticated cyberattack; without a compelling reason.
Typically, this only happens when a hacker or group expects or knows they can achieve a significant payoff if they were to attack. If they think or know they could "score" something huge through an attack, they will be far more willing to invest their time and resources into that hack, attack, and/or SCAM.
Windows 10 End of Support: What You Need to Know About Microsoft's Timeline and Your Options
Windows 10 End of Support: What You Need to Know About Microsoft's Timeline and Your Options
If you're among the millions still using Windows 10, there's an important deadline approaching that could significantly impact your computer's security. Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will officially end on October 14, 2025, but they've also introduced a new program that might give you more time to plan your next move.
Thursday, August 14, 2025
RAID Controller HBA Mode PLUS Proxmox ZFS Setup Tutorial
RAID HBA Mode & Proxmox ZFS Setup
Overview
This tutorial covers converting a RAID controller to HBA (Host Bus Adapter) mode and setting up ZFS storage in Proxmox. HBA mode allows ZFS to directly manage individual drives, providing better performance and ZFS's advanced features.
Monday, August 11, 2025
A Free Solution for Windows Driver Management
Snappy Driver Installer Origin:A Free Solution for Windows OS Driver Management, ID & Installation
Windows device drivers can be a pain to identify, find, and obtain. When "bait" sites promise to provide needed drivers but deliver malware instead, or when Windows Device Manager fails to accurately identify a device that needs a driver, finding the right solution can feel impossible. More recently, I've run into support access limitations with commercial-grade systems and servers, where a corporate or partner account is required just to access necessary hardware drivers for a device.
That's where a free and completely open-source application called Snappy Driver Installer Origin (SDIO) comes to the rescue.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Maximize Your Digital Privacy
How to Maximize Your Digital Privacy in Today's Connected World
In recent months, I've noticed a surge in customer inquiries about online privacy and data security. Questions like "How can I keep my online accounts more secure?" and "I want to browse the internet as anonymously as possible; how do I do that?" have become increasingly common. The growing concern about personal data removal from the internet reflects our collective awakening to digital privacy risks.
This comprehensive guide covers the fundamentals of online privacy, practical steps to enhance your digital security, and methods for removing personal information from the internet.
ProxMox VE: Installation & Free Edition Configuration
Setting Up ProxMox VE:Installation and Free Edition Configuration
ProxMox Virtual Environment (VE) is a powerful open-source virtualization platform that combines KVM virtualization and LXC containers on a single platform. Whether you're building a homelab or deploying enterprise infrastructure, ProxMox offers enterprise-grade features without the enterprise price tag.
In this guide, we'll walk through the essential steps for installing ProxMox and configuring it for the free edition, including the crucial repository fixes that every non-subscription user needs to know.
Server USB Boot & RAID Controller Access

Server Boot Methods:USB Boot and RAID Controller Access
When working with servers, especially during initial setup or maintenance, you'll frequently need to boot from USB devices and access RAID controller configurations. This guide tries to help cover the essential methods for both operations across different server platforms.