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Hello DaniWeb community, I'm currently working on a server build and have run into some issues with my SAS controllers and Host Bus Adapters (HBA). Here’s the situation: I'm using a [specific server motherboard model] with [specific CPU model] and [specific amount of RAM], and I've installed a [specific model] …

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Does Anyone know how a beginner like me in tech can start learning cyber security or starting a career in cyber engineering?

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I wanted to set up a nextcloud server so that I can remotely access my cloud without relying on outside servers. I am using ubuntu linux.

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Hello. I am looking for a fast and reliable protocol for streaming big amount of small text data in real time (text strings might be between **20** and maybe **500** bytes long). I do not care about order and when they arrive, i care just to get them to my …

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Hey Gang! I'm hitting a point with my (python/mysql/linux) app for processing large amounts of network records where I need to make a design decision. I definitely want my app to have high performance. Because optimization as a skill set is so rare there is no reason not to employ …

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I had a project where I used a raspberry pi, but I had to switch to orange pi. Does anyone know what's the best way to get it working?

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I watched both grow , from their early beginnings , because our current servers are on CentOS and of course I am not happy with where CentOS has gone. Because the CentOS lesson , I have been really caution and I am a little bit too worried from witch one …

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I been using Eero+ but recently switched to NextDNS. I selected several blocklists. Which is better to use, Eero+ or NextDNS? I know there’s a price difference. I don’t need parental controls.

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According to Dell's website the Windows licence is specifoc to each particular machine and its details are burned into the BIOS. Is it possible that the original OS was Home edition (in which case the licence is not valid for Pro)? Have you tried installing a Home edition?

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I am having a problem printing on a home network. The printer (Epson Stylus Color D68 inkjet) is connected by USB to a desktop and is also installed as a shared printer on a laptop. The network is set up and running properly - the laptop can connect to the …

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Want to buy a Dell machine loaded with Linux? Shame, as it appears that Dell Europe would really rather you bought a Windows-powered one, despite having a website devoted entirely to selling Dell Ubuntu laptops. And, oh boy, does it use some strange arguments to dissuade you from becoming a …

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I'm looking for tips on how to optimize my Windows 10 system for better performance. It's been running a bit slow lately, and I want to ensure it's operating at its best. Any suggestions on settings tweaks, software recommendations, or general advice would be greatly appreciated!

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Greedy algorithm is an algorithm based on the greedy approach, which is commonly used to find the globally optimal solution by selecting the locally optimal solution at each step, considering the given constraints. The application of the greedy algorithm in computer monitoring software can include several aspects: File scanning: When …

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We are working on upgrading our Alteryx application as well as the MongoDB version. We have created a non-production environment to test the upgrade. Since the non-production environment is new, and Alteryx and MongoDB have just been installed to it, it has no existing data yet. We tried to migrate …

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Hi friends, I recently updated Windows to get the Microsoft Copilot. But the Copilot does not show up. First I thought after updating Windows, the copilot feature would show up. But cant. Could anyone please help to get the Copilot feature on my PC? Any help would be highly appreciated. …

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I want to run AE rendering on my computer, the configuration is DDR4 3200mhz RAM, I feel it is enough for me to operate but why is it always so laggy?

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I am trying to set-up Postfix on my Ubuntu local web development machine for send-only e-mails using Gmail so I can test e-mails sent by a web app I am developing. These are the steps I have followed based on a recently posted tutorial found [here](https://tonyteaches.tech/postfix-gmail-smtp-on-ubuntu/): 1. Dowloaded and installed …

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Well, I have a Dell Inspiron 5558 and it has been a great laptop for me, after few years I got a crack in the lcd back cover and the hinges were not in good condition so I decided to change it myself, I watched some videos about replacing the …

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Under Settings, I have the Masking mode set to "Relaxed". It says that means that no text is masked, but that's definitely not the case. It says changes may take up to an hour to appear, but I've waited 24 hours now. I'm still seeing masked text. If "Relaxed" actually …

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Hello, I am confused about whether a multi-domain SSL certificate can secure primary domains and subdomains. Can anyone clarify this for me?

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I have been debating between learning cyber security or UX Design. In the next two years I would like a career in one of those two areas. What are some pros/cons that could help me find which direction is right for me?

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Essentially, there is no best hosting provider for everyone, there is only the provider that is best for you, that is, the provider that best fits your web hosting needs within your budget. The lowest cost is not always the best option Your website is often the face of your …

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Hi guys, Hope everyone is safe.. Any suggestions on the cloud based HRMS platform. Any entreprenuers or small business owners, which HRMS platform you are using for payroll process & other stuff.

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So I recently bought a whole bunch of computer parts in hopes of making my first build. Specs: Intel LGA1155 DDR3 1600 ATX BOXDH77KC Corsair Vengeance Blue 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM Dual Channel Memory Kit CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B Intel i7-3370 Quad-Core Processor 3.4 GHz 4 Core LGA 1155 BX80637I73770 GeForce GTX 550 …

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Greetings, fellow crypto enthusiasts! In the world of cryptocurrency, security is paramount. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just getting started, protecting your digital assets should be your top priority. To help you stay safe and secure, we've compiled a list of essential security tips for safeguarding your crypto wallets. …

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Hello, I recently had to change my Comcast router/modem. My laptop which runs Windows 8.1 does not list new network. My old network is still listed along with all my neighbor's networks. My new Comcast signal is split, 5g and 2.4ghz. All other devices have connected to new network except …

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My laptop seldom leaves my house. When I am not using it I close the lid to put it into sleep mode. I also close the lid when carrying it to another room (or perhaps into the backyard hammock). This causes a minor inconvenience as every time I open the …

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OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is a technology that enables the conversion of images or scanned documents into machine-readable text. OCR software uses algorithms and machine learning models to recognize and extract text characters from an image, which can then be converted into an editable and searchable format. OCR technology has …

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My second HDD is 200 Gigabytes (GB). and this HDD has 3 drives but one of the three drives is showing a local disk and can not be useable. why it happened and how can I get rid of it? other drives are working properly. I am using windows 10, …

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After complaining for months to MS to stop Edge from adding websites to my Quick Links bar, it seems to have stopped. Nothing was more frustrating than reading some news pages then having to delete a ton of links from Quick Links. Is this your experience?

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Why I want this, is because this is my passion project that I have been want to do this from a long time and I want to get my hands dirty with using the lowest programming language level. Like machine code (binary code). I don't mind if this project is …

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I've got a Windows 11 laptop but I need to set it up as a dual boot for Windows 10. The only dual boot I've ever done was Linux/Windows, I've never done a dual boot windows/windows. Should I expect any issues? After installing the additional windows 10 will I still …

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Hi, i went to install mac OS Sonoma into my macbook pro 2017, But when, i have try to download and install, i got error that, my Book not supportable. What i can do. Can you please suggest me the setting or i leave it.

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From my understanding, LED monitors turn each pixel on sequentially at such a high speed that the human eye can't observe it, but how does it make the necessary connections? For example, for a monitor made with a single color of LED across a standard HD resolution (say 1940 x …

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I've been using an OpenVPN service for 2 years now, but it seems it has become too popular and now its very slow and sometimes I get computer UDP attacks from different countries and some sort of attacks that my firewall classified as SQL injection attacks or something like that. …

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Hello anyone? Does anyone track time? My new project manager requires our team to track time and this is the first time this is happening to us. We are about to use TMetric app. Can you share your experience?

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I am running a photo booth application on an old Dell Dimension 2400 PC with Windows 98 SE. We were using an HP2200 Business Jet printer but that seems to have failed and I cannot find another on the web. Any new printer we install has to be already supported …

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Hello all I've been using it for years SQL SERVER 2014 Standard and language VB6 programming, but only this time get the following error: Run-time error '-2147467259 (80004005)': [DBNETLIB][ConnectionWrite (WrapperWrite().]General network error Has any of you guys ever experienced this?? what is this caused by?? thanks for the enlightenment Regards,

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Hello, Below is an example of what is happening to SOME, not all of my letters. I have letters that are all drawing from the same spreadsheet yet sometimes there will be a new line started and sometimes not. There doesn't seem to be a pattern. Has anyone else experienced …

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I want to list services currently installed in an ubuntu box. Also want to list the status of the listed services. Thanks.

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After the latest MS update (22) My bluetooth quit functioning. The icon is there and it is available in settings. The problem is it will not pair with any external bluetooth devices. It will search but never connects with anything ie; keyboards, mice, earphones. Microsoft support could not fix it. …

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Sincerely, I did not foresee the development of AI. I had thought that the unit of measurement for computer power would always remain ghz. Hardware rendering has been faster over time. But given that DLSS and other comparable applications use AI already, I'm concerned that it could eventually replace our …

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