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How to change directory permissions in Linux

To change directory permissions in Linux, use the following: chmod +rwx filename to add permissions. chmod -rwx directoryname to remove permissions. chmod +x filename to allow executable permissions. chmod -wx filename to take out write and executable permissions. Note that “r” is for read, “w” is for write, and “x” is for execute.  This only changes the permissions for …

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How to Open or Close a Port in Windows 10 Firewall

1. Open the Windows Firewall app in Windows 10 Press the Start button and type “Windows Defender Firewall”. Click the top result to open it. 2. Open advanced iFrewall settings In the left side-bar of the Firewall, click the “Advanced settings” header and press “Yes” to any admin prompts. 3. Click ‘Inbound Rules’ in the sidebar 4. Press ‘New Rule…’ in the …

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How to transfer files between mobile Phone to Ubuntu Desktop using WiFi FTP Server

Wireless technologies are finally taking over their wired counterparts. Gone are the days when you would plug in your USB cable to transfer some data between your mobile and PC. File Transfer Protocol lets you connect two devices and stream files between them in their most basic form. You can use FTP to connect to …

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How To Install IIS on a Computer Running Windows 8, 10, or 11

Internet Information Services is one of the first things Web Developers using ASP.NET will want to install on Windows (IIS). IIS versions differed between Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11. Let’s take a look at how to set them up. Install IIS on Windows: To install it, press Windows+r, then enter appwiz.cpl into the …

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How to fix “Your computer is low on memory” on Windows 10?

The “Your Computer is Low on Memory” warning may appear when working on Windows 10 or while playing a video game. It indicates that your Windows 10 has insufficient virtual memory. This is due to the fact that some programs on your Windows 10 require an excessive amount of memory allocation. If you click OK …

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How to Automatically Delete Recycle Bin Content in Windows 10

When you delete a file in Windows, it is not deleted permanently. It is actually discarded in the Recycle Bin. If you accidentally delete a file, this is the first place you should look. However, the files continue to consume disk space. And, over time, it can consume a significant amount of storage space. We’ve …

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How to Maximize Quick Access Usage in Windows 10

When you launch File Explorer in Windows 10, it displays Quick Access, which displays a list of the folders you visit the most and the files you recently accessed. As you use different folders, this list evolves. Pin Folders to Quick Access: Launch File Explorer (folder icon on the taskbar). Navigate to the folder that …

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How to Set File Explorer to Open “This PC” by default and not “Quick Access”

Windows 10: The new version of Windows includes a Quick Access section in Explorer. This includes your frequently used folders and recently accessed files. When you open a new window in Explorer, it defaults to opening this page. Here’s how to open the standard This PC window, which includes links to your drives and library …

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