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Remote Restart Reboot Windows Computer

Posted on April 10, 2020 by timlyg

On the domain, the server can remotely shutdown, restart workstations on the network. shutdown /m \\ MachineName /r /f Source: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/remote-shutdown-restart-windows-10/

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First time recording of Drone Flight from home - South Amboy 2020-03-08

Posted on April 5, 2020 by timlyg

It wasn't bad testing this from my backyard. I fly really high. I don't bother the neighbors. I did it really quick for lift off and landing so that nobody nearby would be aware of it. I could train simple … Continue reading →

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Logon failure: the user has not been granted the requested logon type at this computer

Posted on February 28, 2020 by timlyg

On Windows Server 2008, can't runas certain user. Gave the above error. Solution: Domain Controllers Open the Group Policy Management Console (gpmc.msc) on the domain controller. Expand your domain and then the Domain Controllers OU. Right-click the Default Domain Controllers Policy and select Edit. Navigate to Computer Configuration … Continue reading →

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Adobe Reader (Acrobat) pdf documents missing the top bar section

Posted on February 14, 2020 by timlyg

When clicked on that unusually blank/white bar on the top that's supposed to be where the menu resides, the window behind it is activated to the front as if the blank box is invisible. Solution: https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat/white-bar-box-covering-options-and-toolbar/td-p/9902168?page=1 CTRL-L method didn't help. But … Continue reading →

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MS Word (Excel) Taking too long to start...stuck at STARTING...

Posted on February 14, 2020 by timlyg

I thought it was due to network folders (addins, etc.) but after eliminating those factors, which were the case sometimes, still no dice. Solution: Type regedit and click on it to open. Click on 'Yes' in the pop-up window. Click … Continue reading →

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2020 savings tips

Posted on February 14, 2020 by timlyg

https://read.your-pennysaver.com/useful-ways-to-save-money-fbb/?aff_sub=f1jsilwurg6savlist1html1jan14a20b&s1=f1jsilwurg6savlist1html1jan14a20b For Pete's Sake, Quit SmokingThis might make some people upset to hear, but it's time to quit smoking. Not only is it hazardous to your health, but it's costing you and your family a fortune. Smoking one pack per … Continue reading →

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Traveling with Dual Citizenship Passports

Posted on February 6, 2020 by timlyg

Malaysians are not allowed dual citizenship. There are those who are not careful and thus lost their Malaysian citizenship at custom. The idea is to how well one hides one's foreign (non-Malaysian) passport from Malaysian custom. Why would Malaysians do … Continue reading →

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Laundry Faucet Leak

Posted on January 28, 2020 by timlyg

This link illustrates the exact same problem I have with my basement's laundry faucet acorn-head supply tube (hot water). Solution: if the compression nut is tight, then you should not have a leak. dont put teflon on a compression joint … Continue reading →

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E-Scooter Comparison

Posted on January 16, 2020 by timlyg

Name Power in W Dimensions in Inches Weight lbs Speed mph Range miles Climb Price Notes Megawheels S1 250 32.5 x 11.5 x 16.5 18 14.3 7.5 15 $160 short fender Xiaomi Pro m365 300 42.5 x 16.9 x 44.9 … Continue reading →

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Google Search Left Right alignment in Input Field

Posted on December 24, 2019 by timlyg

Ctrl+Right Shift -> <- Ctrl+Left Shift

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