Category: Software & Programming
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INI Files
Explore the legacy of INI files in computing: their role in hardware, devices, and services configuration, and their evolution over time.
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BSD UNIX
BSD UNIX stands for Berkeley Software Distribution UNIX, a version of UNIX that originated many common UNIX features such as the vi editor, C shell, and TCP/IP networking. BSD UNIX was developed in the 1970s at the University of California at Berkeley, which licensed the UNIX operating system from AT&T and then made a number…
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Named Pipes: Bridging Processes Across Platforms
In this article, we delve into the evolution, functionality, and the pivotal role of named pipes in both Unix and Windows systems, providing a comprehensive guide that unravels their complexities and showcases their modern-day applications.
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From Past to Present: Evolution of FAT32 Conversion Utility
As we embark on this journey from the simple yet groundbreaking FAT32 Conversion Utility to today’s advanced tools, we delve into a narrative that is not just about bytes and systems, but about progress and the relentless march of technology.
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COM Component: An In-Depth Exploration
A COM Component, rooted in Microsoft’s Component Object Model (COM) technology, is an architectural cornerstone in the legacy of software development.
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Windows 2000
Windows 2000 was a Microsoft operating system built on NT Technology for use on personal computers, business desktops, laptops, and servers.
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Check Disk Utility: Chkdsk Command
The transition from Scandisk to Chkdsk marks a pivotal advancement in disk diagnostics and repair. The Chkdsk (Check Disk) utility, integral to Windows 10 and Windows 11, embodies the essence of system resilience and data integrity.
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Understanding File Ownership in NTFS
In the NTFS file system, the concept of ‘Owner’ plays a pivotal role in managing file permissions and security. Essentially, the Owner is the user or entity that wields ultimate control over a file’s permissions, typically being the file’s creator. By default, the Owner has the authority to modify the object’s discretionary access control list…
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Secure Attention Sequence (SAS)
At its core, SAS is a keystroke combination – Ctrl+Alt+Delete. When you press these keys simultaneously, you initiate a sequence that demands the highest level of attention from the operating system.
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Understanding HTTP Keep-Alives
HTTP Keep-Alives is an enhanced version of HTTP persistent connections supported by Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS). HTTP Keep-Alives allow a client Web browser to keep connections open with the Web server instead of closing them after the request has been answered and reopening them for each new Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) request, which consumes…
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Incremental Backup: Streamlining Your Data Protection Strategy
Master the art of Incremental Backups. From core concepts to a detailed step-by-step guide on Windows Server, this is your ultimate guide.
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Normal Backup: The Foundation of Data Protection Strategies
A Normal Backup is a backup type in which all the selected files and folders are backed up. Also known as full backup, this is the most secure way of backing up files and folders to tape.
