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How to Troubleshoot VSS Writers on Modern Operating Systems

Backup failures and application-aware snapshots are a nightmare for any system administrator. A common culprit behind these critical errors is the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS), specifically when its writers enter a failed state. Understanding how to diagnose and resolve these issues is an essential skill for maintaining data integrity...

SharePoint Wiki: and Its Modern Alternative

Once a cornerstone of team collaboration, the SharePoint Wiki served as a simple, effective tool for creating internal knowledge bases. However, with the evolution of Microsoft 365, the classic SharePoint Wiki has been largely superseded by a more powerful, flexible, and user-friendly solution: SharePoint Modern Pages. This guide provides a...

How to Install and Update the AWS CLI (Windows, macOS, & Linux Guide)

The AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) is an essential tool for any developer, sysadmin, or DevOps engineer working with Amazon Web Services. It allows you to control and automate hundreds of AWS services directly from your terminal, streamlining everything from resource management to complex deployment scripts. This guide provides clear,...

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How to Install and Use Glances on RHEL 9/8, Rocky Linux, & CentOS Stream

Glances is a powerful, cross-platform system monitoring tool written in Python that gives you a comprehensive, real-time view of your server’s resources. It packs a massive amount of informationโ€”from CPU and memory usage to disk I/O, running processes, and network trafficโ€”into a single, easy-to-read console or web-based interface. This guide...

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How Object-Oriented Programming Principles work in AWS CDK

The AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) has simplified how developers define and provision cloud infrastructure, transforming it from static configuration files into dynamic, programmable code. I use TypeScript with CDK, a popular strongly-typed superset of JavaScript, the AWS CDK allows developers to use the principles of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). This...

Using Command Prompt in Safe Mode for Advanced Troubleshooting

Safe mode is a vital tool for resolving serious issues with Windows. It loads Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. For advanced users and IT professionals, accessing the Command Prompt within Safe Mode provides a powerful toolkit for diagnosing and fixing complex issues directly, bypassing the graphical...

How to Exit Safe Mode in Windows 11/10 (and Fix Being Stuck)

Safe Mode is an essential diagnostic tool for Windows. It starts the operating system with a minimal set of drivers and services, helping you troubleshoot problems that might prevent Windows from starting or running correctly in its normal state. However, once you’ve finished your diagnosis or repairs, you’ll need to...

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