Apple iOS 11 is packed full of features (including many secret ones), but following reports of several bugs my Upgrade Guide advised iPhone users in particular should hold off updating. This now looks a wise move because iOS 11 is causing problems… A new report from mobile security firm Wandera exposes the issue: iOS 11 […]
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Changes to remote administration in Windows Server 2008
Changes to remote administration in Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 In Windows Server 2003, you can start the RDC client (Mstsc.exe) by using the /console switch to remotely connect to the physical console session on the server (also known as session 0). In Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2, the […]
‘Vaccine’ created for huge cyber-attack
Security researchers have discovered a “vaccine” for the huge cyber-attack that hit organisations across the world on Tuesday 27 June 2017. A perfc solution But for those concerned about the attack there appears to be fix, albeit one with limited effectiveness. By creating a read-only file – named perfc – and placing it within a […]
How to update CWM Recovery to 6.0.4.6 on Galaxy S4 mini
CWM Recovery v6.0.3.3 is working just fine. You can wipe, you can flash, you can create and restore backups, etc. However, being up to date is always better. People who often flash custom roms, stock roms, kernels and do other tasks through Odin will find this to be a piece of cake. Keep in mind […]
Script Error occurred while loading COM component:{9BE8D8A1-2DB5-4A29-A95F-50C8B27820DA} (during the AutoUpdate process)
Problem You see the following errors in the Agent_.log on the client: Script Error occurred while loading COM component:{9BE8D8A1-2DB5-4A29-A95F-50C8B27820DA} Script Error occurred while getting point product callback component interface. These errors occur during the AutoUpdate process. The error is also recorded in: •McAfee AutoUpdate In Progress console •Updatelog.txt (Default location: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\McAfee\DesktopProtection\) […]
Free Hard Drive Testing Programs
There are many free hard drive testing tools available to help you determine what, if anything, is wrong when you suspect there may be a problem with a hard drive. Tools like Windows Error Checking and the chkdsk command are included in your Windows-based operating system already but some others, like those below, are available […]
McAfee Corrupted VSE 8.8 removal
You can use VSE cleaner (Attached) For VSE 8.8 vsecleaner.exe /rvse88 (From command line) VSECleaner To remove Agent, c:\Program Files\McAfee\Agent\x86\FrmInst.exe /forceuninstall
Mac tips for Windows switchers
Over the past year I have been using a MAC book and MAC Mini. I have always just used Windows and a litte bit of linux so for the fist few hours trying to work with the MAC I found hard now I would be lost without my MAC. Right click Click the right corner […]
Alienware Alpha R2 review
The Alienware Alpha R2 gaming console has something to prove. When the first Alienware Alpha debuted in 2014, it failed to lure the faithful away from their Xbox Ones and PlayStation 4s. Still, its utility as a great little affordable gaming computer was undeniable. The first major change is an expansion of the storage choices […]
How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files in Mac OS X
Duplicate files such as documents and photos can occupy a surprising amount of space on your Mac’s hard disk and you might not even realise they are there. Perhaps you’ve copied files into several folders and external USB drives, and additional copies could exist in the Mail downloads folder. You might even find a few […]
Best SSDs for Gaming
Solid-state drives have become remarkably affordable over the past few years. When we posted our first SSD architecture discussion piece, back in 2014, SSDs of 240-256GB capacities were easily between £100 and £150, depending on drive. Large capacity SSDs (480GB+) were not really affordable for most users. Huge change, considering they were easily 3x that […]
Plex media server (and Watch Your Movies on Any Device)
Plex Media Server is a user-friendly way to store all your movies, shows, and other media in one place–and make it accessible from any device, whether you’re at home or on-the-go. If you’re looking for a no-headache way to watch your movies anywhere, this is it. What Is Plex Media Server? Here’s a common situation […]
Free Mac Antivirus Downloads
There aren’t as many options for OS X as there are for Windows, though the general consensus is Mac users are at less of a risk. It’s still worth protecting yourself though, as recently there’s been an increasing number of viruses for Macs circulating the web. Sophos Antivirus Simple to use, Sophos Antivirus for Mac […]
Free Antivirus Software Windows
Every computer connected to the internet is vulnerable to viruses, forcing us to pay the software protection industry’s charges to stay safe while we surf. Pay for antivirus software from biggies like Symantec/Norton or Kaspersky and it’ll cost around £40 per year. Yet you can get free software which, while not quite as effective as […]
Error message: To prevent possible loss of data, Microsoft Excel cannot shift nonblank cells off the worksheet
When you try to insert rows or columns into a Microsoft Excel 2000 worksheet, you may receive an error message that is similar to the following: To prevent possible loss of data, Microsoft Excel cannot shift nonblank cells off the worksheet. To resolve this issue, clear each of the cells in the row or column, […]