This is a follow up list to the top 200 worst passwords which we have HERE. This list shows the top 25 most common worst passwords used in Canada. This list was compiled by looking at recently hacked website information and filtering it by country; in this case Canada We also Read more…
This is a follow up list to the top 200 worst passwords which we have HERE. This list shows the top 25 most common worst passwords used in the United States. This list was compiled by looking at recently hacked website information and filtering it by country; in this case Read more…
The list below contains the most frequently used passwords, which makes them the worst passwords, from around the globe. This list was compiled from a number of recently disclosed credential thefts. We have the most common 25 passwords used in the United States HERE, and the (worst) most commonly used Read more…
The Connected Devices Platform Service (CDPSvc) was first seen in Windows 10 1511 and while it was disabled by default, Microsoft changed it to start Automatically (Delayed Start) in Windows 10 1607. Some users have noted that the service is chewing most of their CPU from time to time and Read more…
Feeling lucky tonight? Before you hop on your favorite online casino from your smartphone, let’s talk about how mobile apps can set you up for success at the virtual tables. Like a trusty sidekick, the right mobile app can help improve your odds and maximize those winnings. In this high Read more…
It’s not uncommon to find poorly kept active directories. The more administrators there are and the more time that has elapsed it is common to find very poor active directory hygiene. One thing that a lot of administrators like to do is leave old accounts as disabled, scattered throughout the Read more…
If your Windows 10 or Windows 11 or even Windows Server, is having problems like: there are a five easy things you can do to fix the problems: 1 – Uninstall Windows Bloatware Programs Just right click on your start button and select INSTALLED APPS (or PROGRAMS AND FEATURES… depends Read more…
Windows Server has a feature called PROTECT CONTAINER FROM ACCIDENTAL DELETION that blocks even Domain and Enterprise Administrators from deleting Organizational Units, Computers, Printers and other AD objects. Speaking from personal experience in early 2000’s, I can tell you that this is a really nice feature because you can really Read more…
The digital age has brought numerous entertainment options – from top-tier video games to online casinos with comprehensive portfolios. However, this diversity doesn’t come without risks. While immersing in online platforms, you become vulnerable to internet scams. Check out some red flags you should look for before committing to online Read more…
Welcome to our YouTube tutorial on customizing your Windows 11 taskbar to mimic the look and behavior of Windows 10! In this video, we’ll guide you step by step on how to set your taskbar to display open windows as separate icons, just like in Windows 10, and how to Read more…
The SQL Server Browser service allows users to easily connect to a SQL instance when there are multiple instances on the same computer. Without the SQL browser service you would need to assign port numbers to each instance to differentiate between them, which is a minor pain. So if like Read more…
If you’re working with a Asigra backup and you launch the DS Classic client, you might see this error: This likely resulted from your Java runtime being updated and you either need to recreate the shortcut or adjust the path. Asigra does not use traditional shortcuts; it is just a Read more…
After you have FTP setup in IIS, you might find that you want to be able to set each users FTP folder. To do this you need to set IIS FTP to run in USER ISOLATION MODE, and while this not hard, is it not obvious.
The Intersite Messaging Service has been around since Windows 2000 Server and it provides Domain Controllers with the ability to to communication to servers in other sites. However, the Intersite Messaging Service also provides services to many other Windows services including SMTP, LDAP, and Knowledge Consistency Checker (KCC). Enables messages Read more…
October will be the last (unpaid) update available for Windows Server 2012R2 which means if you patch your servers every quarter, you have until January 2024 to upgrade them… if you want to stay safe. We have upgraded many servers from Server 2012R2 to Server 2016 and while the process Read more…
A client of ours just reported that their office is 16% humidity and while that is insanely low, it is not unusual for Southern Alberta. It is normal to be mid 20%’s in Calgary but server room A/C units dry out the air even more. What Level of Humidity Do Read more…