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8 Windows system diagnostic commands you should memorize

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Microsoft surface laptop on a table The Command Prompt in Windows is a program that acts like a text-based input field within the Windows Graphical User Interface (UI).  While it isn't as central a tool in Windows 10 and 11 as it once was, it remains incredibly useful. You can use it for advanced admin tasks and, most importantly, to troubleshoot and fix a bunch of issues on your laptop or gaming PC. Here we discuss the 9 essential Windows system diagnostic commands that are worth committing to memory. 8 Ping For those network issues The ping command is a Command Prompt command used to test the ability of the source computer to reach a specified destination computer. It verifies that a computer can communicate with another computer.  When you type “ ping ” followed by an IP address or web domain in the Command Prompt, it sends some test packets to that address. If they make it there and come back, it means the address can communicate with your PC. If not, something is blocking the

Resetting Ghana - 2024 NDC Manifesto

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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) successfully launched its 2024 manifesto at the University of Education, Winneba, on Saturday, August 24. Flagbearer of the NDC, John Dramani Mahama, bemoaned the economic hardships that Ghanaians are experiencing and pledged, among other things, to scrap nuisance taxes, improve education, implement an audacious $10 billion infrastructure investment to cater for public housing projects, etc. He also pledged to thoroughly investigate scandals that occurred during the tenure of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) government. PREVIEW and DOWNLOAD below "

2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Manifesto Highlights

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Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, New Patriotic Party flagbearer on Sunday, August 18, in Takoradi, Western Region, presented the party’s 2024 Manifesto, ahead of the December polls. In attendance at the launch were party supporters, executives, MPs, parliamentary candidates, and Ministers of State amongst others.

Knowledge exchange key to human capital transformation – Ya-Na

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  Ya-Na Abukari II receiving a souvenir from Prof Dr. Naci Caglar, VC of Bursa Technical University in Bursa, Turkey after a co-operation meeting. The Dagbon overlord Ya-Na Abukari II has indicated that education and knowledge exchange can play an important role in transforming human society. According to him, monetary grants alone from advanced nations to the developing world would not bring the necessary and required human capital and infrastructure development needed to transform Africa. He therefore urged leaders of the developing world and policymakers in Africa to prioritize knowledge transfer and exchange programs to accelerate development on the continent. The Ya-Na was speaking in Turkey on Monday at a meeting with the Vice-Chancellor of the prestigious Bursa Technical University (BTU) in Bursa, Turkey. The Ya-Na is on a 10-day working visit to Turkey. He said for the developing world to achieve the needed development to take its rightful place in the world, emphasis must be g

Nayiri commends Bashiru Imoro Ibn Saeed on vice chancellor appointment

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The Nayiri, Naa Bohugu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, King and Overlord of the Mamprugu Kingdom, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Bashiru Imoro Ibn Saeed on his appointment as the new Vice Chancellor of Tamale Technical University (TaTU). In a statement dated 24 June 2024, the Nayiri lauded Saeed’s distinguished academic career, which includes Saeed’s role as the first board chairman of Kpasenkpe Senior High STEM School and his contributions as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as the Journal of Applied Statistics, Taylor & Francis Group, and SAGE Open. Saeed’s election to the International Statistical Institute (ISI) further emphasises his academic excellence. “This prestigious position is not only a testament to your exceptional academic achievements and leadership skills but also a recognition of your unwavering commitment to advancing higher education in Ghana,” the Nayiri stated. Saeed, who has over a decade of experience in academia, has received numerous accolades f

How to create strong passwords?

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Creating strong passwords is crucial for online security. Here are some tips to help you create strong passwords : Length : Aim for a minimum of 12 characters, but the longer, the better. Mix and match : Combine uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Uniqueness : Use a unique password for each account. Avoid reusing passwords or variations. Randomness : Use a password generator to create a truly random password. Avoid common patterns*: Steer clear of common patterns like "qwerty" or "123456". Don't use personal info : Avoid using your name, birthdate, or common words related to your personal life. Update regularly : Consider updating your passwords every 60-90 days. Some examples of strong passwords include: G$e4L9aK#M2p (a generated password) Iam@S3cur3! (a passphrase with a mix of characters) Tr0ub4d3!#4g3 (a password with a mix of characters and numbers) Remember, the key is to create passwords that are unique, complex, and diffi

Yendi’s Naa Binbiegu Tua - 332-year-old sacred mythic baobab tree

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  Called “Naa Binbiegu Tua”, the tree was named after a former Overlord of Dagbon, Zangina Zuu Jinjli, who reigned between 1687-1700 and is believed to be the most unattractive Ya-Na in the history of Dagbon. The 332-year-old tree used to serve as a sacred place where Naa Binbiegu mounted his gods and idols for sacrifices and libations for the Dagbon Kingdom.  Motive History has it that the motive behind the name of the tree was due to the unattractive nature of the chief and his struggle to ascend to the Dagbon throne. As the eldest son of Naa Zangina, a former Overlord of Dagbon, he was expected to be the regent after the demise of his father and oversee the performance of his funeral. After the demise of his father, Naa Binbiegu consulted elders of Dagbon and family members to perform the funeral rites of his late father, which brought to light a new Overlord, Naa Andani Sigli. However, he was not compensated with any chieftaincy role or title after serving as the regent of Dagbon d

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