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8 Windows system diagnostic commands you should memorize

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - October 05, 2024

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 blockin...

How to create strong passwords?

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - May 24, 2024

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...

Bulk Word to Pdf converter

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - May 01, 2024

What Is VBA? Every business corporation or a person has its own set of unique needs and requirements. You might be dealing with large amounts of data that require analysis to create complex financial models. You might also require customizable apps to help you create user-defined functions, access Windows APIs and automate computer processes. Unfortunately, the Microsoft (MS) Office applications within your Windows device might not meet your unique needs and help you achieve all your goals. Microsoft Corp realized this fatal flaw and developed Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) , which they integrated into major MS applications such as Word, Excel, and Access. VBA is a programming language you can use to access functions beyond what basic Microsoft Office applications can provide. This Word to Pdf converter is created using the VBA Programming Language. About the App Sometimes, you need to convert a s...

Bulk Excel to Pdf converter

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - April 25, 2024

What Is VBA? Every business corporation or a person has its own set of unique needs and requirements. You might be dealing with large amounts of data that require analysis to create complex financial models. You might also require customizable apps to help you create user-defined functions, access Windows APIs and automate computer processes. Unfortunately, the Microsoft (MS) Office applications within your Windows device might not meet your unique needs and help you achieve all your goals. Microsoft Corp realized this fatal flaw and developed Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) , which they integrated into major MS applications such as Word, Excel, and Access. VBA is a programming language you can use to access functions beyond what basic Microsoft Office applications can provide. This Excel to Pdf converter is created using the VBA Programming Language. About the App Sometimes, you need to convert your Excel files to Pdf files, so that they ...

Teachers Fund introduces portal for increasing contributions

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - February 09, 2024

The GNAT Teachers Fund has introduced a portal to facilitate quick way to increase Teacher Fund contributions, aiming to enhance efficiency and convenience for teachers. Hitherto, the USSD code *888# is used. But it has its limitations and drawbacks. Some of which are: One will have to register in order to be able to access the USSD service. To register for the USSD service, one need to get a code from teachers fund. To get the code, one will have to visit the GNAT office in his/her locality. But because of the above limitations and drawbacks, the Teacher Fund has introduced a portal that can be used to increase the contribution without registration. This new way of increasing contribution also comes with its drawbacks or limitations. Some of which are: It needs Internet It can be abused because of lack of registration. To use the portal to increase contribution : 1. Launch a browser. E.g. Chrome 2. Enter/type the URL https://bit.ly/4aVtiIO in the address bar. 3. Tap/...

How to Retrieve Phone number(s) from Ghana Card

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - February 07, 2024

Why retrieve Phone number(s) from Ghana Card 1. To Protect your Ghana Card: Card card is for personal use. But some agents of the mobile service providers are using other people's Ghana card numbers to register SIMs for other people without the knowledge of the card bearers. This is illegal and a security breach as what ever crime the person commit with the Ghana Card will be traced to the rightful owner. So, by retrieving the phone numbers, one will be able to delink those phone numbers that one is not aware of. 2. Lost but found Ghana Card: Incase of lost but found Ghana Card, you can follow the same steps to retrieve the phone number(s) in order to contact the person (owner). How to retrieve Phone number(s) from Ghana Card: 1. Dial the code *402# 2 Enter 1 , to choose option to check SIMs (numbers) 3. Enter the Ghana card number in the format, (GHA-XXXXXXXX-X). E.g. 4. Enter the Date of Birth on the ...

10 common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - February 06, 2024

It’s probably no shock that WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in the world. It’s so popular, in fact, that outside of the US and Canada, people will often prefer it to their phones’ built-in texting apps. But this situation has also led to it being a major target for scammers, so here’s what you need to know about some of the most common WhatsApp scams and how to stay safe. 1. “WhatsApp Gold” In this one, an unsolicited message claims you’ve been invited to use WhatsApp Gold , an upgraded app with new features. There is of course no Gold app , and tapping on the download link is either going to subject you to a phishing attack — in which a fake website tricks you into sharing private info — or malware that risks infecting your device. That risk is very low as long as you keep your device up-to-date. Because most WhatsApp users are aware that there’s no Gold upgrade, this scam shouldn’t be much of a threat, but it’s further identifiable by the URL (web address) the scam...

How to block porn sites on Android using DNS

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - January 13, 2024

As a parent, you must take back control of your family’s browsing by keeping out adult contents, while allowing access to websites that are useful and age-appropriate. Why Your Family Needs Porn Protection More than half of all children are accidentally exposed to pornography each year. Porn blocking software are very important to prevent accidental exposure but they are very expensive. But porn blocking is very important for families because your kids can easily stumble upon or search for mature, offensive or dangerous content online. Minimize Accidental Exposure To Pornography With children accessing the Internet daily, the chance of them seeing mature content is on the rise. In fact, the average age of children viewing pornography is eleven years old. Porns are advertised in software such as games, browsers, and even on some OS apps – getting rid of them may seem impossible. Luckily, there is a way to block porns on Android and protect your family...

How to block ads and adult contents on Android using DNS

By Abdul-Latif Ahmed - January 12, 2024

Ads are a permanent fixture of our online lives, and your Samsung phone or any other Android device is likely full of them too. Ads are in games, on browsers, and even on some OS apps – getting rid of them may seem impossible. Luckily, there is a way to block ads on Android and enjoy a totally new, ad-less experience. The easiest and free solution for annoying ads is by tinker with your phone settings. But a good ad blocker will be far more effective. In this article, we'll give you a detailed guide on how to block ads on Android using Private DNS without acquiring any app. This method only works on Android 9 Pie and above. What is DNS? DNS stands for Domain Name System . It is like the "address book" of the Internet: your browsers and apps use it to translate domain names that make no sense to them into IP addresses that they can understand. In addition to resolving DNS requests, it blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains. You can use it instead of your curr...