Security

3-2-1 backup rule
What is the 3-2-1 backup rule?
  • Security

In our digital age data is more important than ever before. This also means that the risks of partial or complete data loss are high. Luckily, there are plenty of options to back up your data. The 3-2-1 backup rule is one such formula. Find out what it means and how private individuals and companies can make the best use of the 3-2-1 backup.

What is the 3-2-1 backup rule?
0x800f0922 error
How to fix error 0x800f0922 in Windows 10 and 11
  • Configuration

When something goes wrong while installing updates in Windows, the system often displays the cryptic 0x800f0922 error. The reason for this is usually a problem with updating or upgrading Windows. Various causes such as corrupt files or insufficient memory can be responsible. We’ll show you how to fix error 0x800f0922 in Windows 10 and 11.

How to fix error 0x800f0922 in Windows 10 and 11
SSH key with GitHub
How to use an SSH key with GitHub
  • Web development

Since 2021, passwordless access via SSH key has been mandatory to edit GitHub repositories. Conveniently, you only need to set up access once. We’ll clearly demonstrate how to create a private/public key pair on your local system and how to deposit the public key on GitHub. In doing so, we’ll address the common mistakes and risks.

How to use an SSH key with GitHub
Ubuntu SSH
How to install and enable Ubuntu SSH
  • Configuration

There’s no way around the SSH security procedure if you want to enable secure remote connections to an Ubuntu system. OpenSSH from Ubuntu has an SSH server in the software package which fulfills all the important requirements. However, Ubuntu SSH is disabled by default, so it must be set up and activated first. We’ll tell you how to complete the installation.

How to install and enable Ubuntu SSH
Windows 7 password reset
How to reset password in Windows 7
  • Configuration

Passwords provide vital protection for private documents, pictures, and online banking information. In order to ensure sufficient protection, it is important to create very strong passwords and to change them on a regular basis. One of your most important passwords is the one you use for your operating system. This guide will explain how to change your Windows 7 password in five simple steps.

How to reset password in Windows 7
Windows 10: creating a backup
How to backup Windows 10
  • Configuration

In Windows 10, making a backup is the most secure way to protect your data in the event of a system crash or hardware issue. The Windows 10 backup allows you to save all your programs, private data, and system settings as an exact system image. If your computer or laptop gets damaged, the Windows 10 backup can easily be transferred to another device.

How to backup Windows 10
Turn on Windows Defender
How to turn on Windows Defender
  • Configuration

Windows Defender is Microsoft’s free antivirus software that allows users to protect their PC from harmful programs and cyberattacks. Defender now comes preinstalled on most Windows machines. In the past, it has attracted criticism, but with the roll-out of Windows 10, it provides good baseline protection. Turning on Windows Defender enables you to use a range of modern antivirus features to...

How to turn on Windows Defender
Turn off Windows Defender
How to turn off Windows Defender
  • Configuration

Windows Defender is free and reliable virus protection provided by Microsoft. It comes pre-installed and activated on all new PCs running Windows 10. But if you’d prefer to use products from other security providers, you should first disable Windows Defender. That’s because multiple antivirus programs running at the same time can block each other in some instances.

How to turn off Windows Defender
What is metadata?
What is metadata?
  • Web development

Metadata is generated by many applications in the digital world. If this data is collected and analyzed en masse, it poses a serious risk to privacy. But metadata doesn’t have to be dangerous. The term is broad and encompasses a lot of useful techniques. In this article we’ll explore the meaning of metadata with some examples.

What is metadata?
Encrypting a flash drive
How to encrypt a flash drive on Windows
  • Configuration

Although cloud solutions are becoming more and more popular, lots of people still use flash drives to save and back up data. If you do this, it’s a good idea to password protect your USB drive to keep your data safe. Windows comes with a number of tools for this, or you can download a special program like VeraCrypt. This guide gives step-by-step instructions for three different methods.

How to encrypt a flash drive on Windows