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If you need to identify machines with specific software installed on a device but would also like to know whether they have a certain version of the stated software or below, then you can use the below query. This can help with software upgrades to identify machines that have not yet been upgraded. SCCM Collection … Read more
If you want to add a local machine user to your deployed machine during your SCCM OSD process then you can do this using a standard “Run Command Line” step. Instructions So, you need to add a “Run Command Line” step in your task sequence towards the end, after the Windows deployment and after the … Read more
Suppose you are having a problem with logging into a computer which is connected to a corporate domain and just getting a blank black screen, known as the Black Screen of Death (BSOD). In that case, you can follow this guide on how to resolve it and get your computer back into full working order … Read more
When using VirtualBox you may at some point enter Scale or Full Screen Mode and then wonder how the hell you get out of it again and get your menu toolbar back! Well the solution is very simple but not very clear. In the settings you will notice that mentioned a lot is the Host+(something) … Read more
I have recently been testing out the XGIMI Halo+ Portable Projector. I’ve got a bit of a thing for these portable projectors as their quality, the standard of design, and usability of them have increased hugely over the last few years. Being able to carry something small and relatively light enables me to travel around … Read more
Netflix has a secret menu hidden away that most people are unaware of. It’s mainly meant for techy people but you can tweak buffering settings which you might want to have a play around with. You can unlock it from a smart TV or console by using the following steps: You will then get into the secret … Read more
Depending on your environment, you may want to disable IPv6 on all networking connections, including wired and wireless connections. To do this, you can use a simple PowerShell script: Once you have run this script, you can go ahead and check the IPv6 settings on the target machine and you should see that it is … Read more
We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new tool, MSI Downloader. Introduction MSI Downloader has been created for IT professionals who want a quick and easy method of downloading the latest MSI installers for various software. MSI installers are much easier to use for deployment using systems like Group Policy, Microsoft Deployment … Read more
We have recently been having issues with our site loading the CSS, backgrounds and menu options, especially when using Google Chrome. This means that when a visitor was coming to the site, they would either get a random page, blacked out menu bars and now options to our other posts down the left hand side, … Read more
Bluetooth speakers and headphones have been available for many years now, mostly with the same boring design with price ranges depending upon what logo is on them. However, GravaStar has now entered the mix with its outstanding product quality and unique sci-fi design. We have spent a few weeks testing out one of their current … Read more
I have always been a bit sceptical about small projectors as I’m old enough to remember the old overhead projectors from school. Poor quality and almost impossible to see anything on the output. However, I recently have been trying out the BenQ GV30 projector and I’ve been hugely impressed with it. This simple small unit … Read more