How to use Windows Server Backup to backup files
Backing up files using the builtin backup utility in Windows Server 2008 R2 is really a piece of cake. We will take you through the steps in the WBADMIN.MSC interface…
Category: OS’s
Installing Ubuntu 12.04 Desktop step by step
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS which was released just a few days ago has many buzzing about the features, stability, and performance. This is truly a great Linux desktop OS. While Unity…
How to Increase the number of remembered servers remote desktop list
In working with many who use remote desktop to connect to servers, workstations, etc, the question has been asked – How can you increase the number of remembered servers in…
Using IFTOP on Untangle for realtime bandwidth monitoring
Many Linux users may be familiar with the tool IFTOP listens to network traffic on a chosen interface and then displays this information in a handy bar graphical representation which…
Windows Server 2008 R2 no shared folder icon
As a server administrator, oftentimes it is the little things that matter that makes our lives either good or much more difficult than it should be. One of the ticky…
Shoretel Phones Showing Incorrect Time
Recently, in working with a client after a failed Shoretel system update, we saw issues with the displayed time on most Shoretel handsets in the environment. Most of the phones…
How to Handle Patch Management on Multiple Computers
In order to avoid security vulnerabilities and maintain a high level of productivity, computers and networks require regular patches to stay ahead of potential problems. Sometimes it can be difficult…
How to find your Windows 7 version
In helping many people with problems with their computers at home, one of the first questions that you find yourself having to ask them, is what version of Windows they…
DFS Installation on Windows Server 2008 R2
Distributed file system allows for highly available access to files and folders through a type of replication that is Wide Area Network friendly. This feature is ideal for administrators that…
Print job is stuck on a workstation
Have you ever had a problem printing on a workstation and have the documents stack up in the queues – all documents will delete except one? This is an age…