Coding on a chromebook

Enable Linux apps in chromebook settings Download .deb from Atom.io Move .deb in to linux folder Right click and install Open atom Install ftp-remote package Install atom-black-syntax (or one-black-syntax) theme

I am now a Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)

I have been using Linux since Slackware arrived on a bunch of floppy disks, and while Linux changes constantly many of those techniques are the same.  So I figured it would be nice to get some sort of recognition to show what I know.  This certification seemed to fit that need nicely. I highly recommend… Continue reading I am now a Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)

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pfSense Firewall on an intel NUC

An Intel NUC is a perfect device to use as a pfSense firewall.  Here’s why. Pros: Low power Quiet Reliable Very small – smaller than most modems / routers! Upgradeable Fast! Cons: Can be expensive Cheaper models come with Realtek ethernet chipsets, the i3 model comes with Intel chipsets which will work. Only one Ethernet… Continue reading pfSense Firewall on an intel NUC

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Removing Suggested Apps from your Windows 10 Start Menu

The Windows 10 November update has come with a new setting that (by default) shows suggested apps within your start menu, to encourage you to visit the Microsoft Store.  If this is not to your liking it is possible to disable this feature by following these steps. Go to your settings app by selecting settings in… Continue reading Removing Suggested Apps from your Windows 10 Start Menu

Hard Reset your Windows Phone

If your phone is unresponsive and you can’t reach Settings , you may be able to reset your phone using the hardware buttons. On Nokia Lumia phones (and some others), do the following to reset your phone: Press and hold the Volume down and Power buttons at the same time until you feel a vibration… Continue reading Hard Reset your Windows Phone

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Making Windows boot first in grub

Copy your original /boot/grub/grub.cfg to /boot/grub/grub.orig as a backup Find your grub include files – usually /etc/grub.d Move 30_os-prober to 09_os-prober so that it is now located before 10_linux Run grub-mkconfig and check that things are in the right order Run grub-mkconfig > /boot/grub/grub/cfg (you will need to sudo su for this) Then reboot. If… Continue reading Making Windows boot first in grub

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Microsoft Edge Malware Popup

Just today I managed to get this annoying popup happening: Something I didn’t think possible in Windows 10’s new browser.  The popup incorrectly identifies the browser as “chrome” and warns that I have been infected with “TRJ.DealWare.Stealth”, with the only answer to call 1-800-037-636. Windows defender (installed by default) picked up nothing. I installed spybot… Continue reading Microsoft Edge Malware Popup

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Microsoft Volume Licensing Tips

After having spent significant time trying to find answers, and constantly hitting brick walls with vague or non-existant terms, hopefully this list of hints regarding Microsofts Volume Licensing will help someone. User CALs / Device CALs You need 1 User/Device CAL for each user/device that uses any of the services of your windows server, including… Continue reading Microsoft Volume Licensing Tips

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