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How to Setup a VPN Between Two Computers
A VPN establishes a secure path between a computer with public Internet access and a computer connected to a private network. This article show you how to set up a VPN. More ...

How to Share a Printer
Network printers are available to anyone on that same network. If you have a printer connected directly to your PC rather than the network, and your PC is on network, you can also share that printer with anyone on the same network. More ...

A Brief Introduction to 3D Printing
Previously, the only ways to create 3D objects was casting and molding. 3D printing involves creating an object by laying down layer over layer of material, building the object from the bottom up. 3d printing is great for rapid prototyping. 3d printing is also a great way for a home artist to express their creativity. More ...

Synchronize Your PC's Clock with an Internet Time Server
Your PC should, by default, be configured to synchronize to time.windows.com every seven days. One of the reasons you might be thinking of synchronizing your PC's clock is because it doesn't keep accurate time. More ...

Windows 2000 Security Overview
Computer network security is a large topic. You can't configure strong security if you don't have a top-down overview of the security features available and how to configure them. More ...

Set Up Parental Controls
Windows has a feature called Parental Controls that you can use to help manage how your children use the computer. You can restrict the hours that they can use the computer, which specific programs they can run, and which specific websites they can access. More ...

Guide To Setting Up Dual Monitors
Adding another monitor, especially having two large monitors, gives you a totally different vista. With two monitors you can have your browser and massive spreadsheet on screen at the same time. Most people don't have any idea how really easy it is to set up dual monitors on their system. More ...

Create a Shortcut to Windows 10 Services Management Console
A technician may occasionally need to start, stop, or pause a service to manage a Windows system. For that purpose, a desktop shortcut to the Services Management Console might come in handy. More ...

Windows Event Logs for Maintaining or Troubleshooting Your PC
Your PC keeps logs of everything that happens. You can use the information in these logs to help maintain and troubleshoot and your PC. More ...

Computer Technician's Guide to Dealing with Customers
I've been in the technology industry for many years. I've worked as a bench technician and I've been the manager of an electronics engineering department. And I can tell you this - people are a lot more complicated to deal with than even the most advanced technology. More ...

Turn Off Windows XP Service Pack 2 Firewall
If your PC is running Windows XP Service Pack 2, the first thing you need to do is turn off the firewall. Why? Because a serious firewall blocks unwanted inbound and OUTBOUND connections. SP2's firewall does not block unwanted outbound connections. More ...

How to Reset Windows 7 Password
I would like to think you're reading this article because you've forgotten your Windows 7 password, but we both know it's really because you want access to a computer you're not authorized to use. If the authorized user didn't bother to create a password reset disk, or if they hid it where you can't find it, you'll need to use a windows 7 password cracker tool. More ...

How to Disable Windows 10 OneDrive
Microsoft claims OneDrive is built in to Windows 10, and can't be uninstalled. But they do provide instructions to stop the sync process, so it doesn't send your files to OneDrive. More ...

Security Risks and Ways to Decrease Vulnerabilities in a 802.11b Wireless Environment
This document explains topics relating to wireless networks. The main topics discussed include, what type of vulnerabilities exist today in 802.11 networks and ways that you can help prevent these vulnerabilities from being exploited. More ...


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