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What Secrets Lie Behind the Proxmox User Root?

ByEdy Werder 11/08/202423/04/2025

Proxmox’s user management, especially its root user, is not just different from standard Linux systems; it’s significantly different. This unique approach is not a quirk but a key factor in ensuring a secure virtualization environment.

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VMware Snapshot Best Practices: Boost Performance by Managing Snapshots Correctly

ByEdy Werder 21/07/202423/04/2025

VMware snapshots are potent tools, but when mismanaged, they can significantly impact your virtual machine performance. As an experienced VMware administrator, I’ve seen firsthand the consequences of improper snapshot use.

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Master Your Synology Firewall: How to Use It Effectively
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Master Your Synology Firewall: How to Use It Effectively

ByEdy Werder 16/07/202423/04/2025

Have you ever wondered if your Synology NAS is truly secure? You’re not alone. Many Synology users overlook a powerful built-in security tool: the Synology Firewall. While it’s a crucial first line of defense for your NAS, simply turning it on isn’t enough.

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How to Set Up Synology QuickConnect
Synology

How to Set Up Synology QuickConnect for Secure Remote NAS Access

ByEdy Werder 11/07/202425/06/2025

Want to access your Synology NAS from anywhere without the hassle of VPNs, static IPs, or port forwarding? Synology QuickConnect lets you connect remotely in minutes, securely and without touching your router settings.

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Maximize NAS: Best RAID for NAS – Picks for Home & Small Offices

ByEdy Werder 28/06/202423/04/2025

Choosing the best RAID for NAS can be a game-changer for home users and small offices looking to maximize data storage efficiency and reliability. With various RAID configurations available, understanding the pros and cons of each option is crucial to making an informed decision.

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Elementor Experiments and Features – What are the ongoing experiments and stable features?

ByEdy Werder 28/06/202423/04/2025

Elementor, the WordPress page builder plugin, offers a range of experimental features you can access before they’re officially released. As these features are still developing, they will likely change and evolve.

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Virtualization

How to Easily Increase VMware Disk Size

ByEdy Werder 09/06/202423/04/2025

Discover how you can seamlessly increase your VMware disk size without downtime and explore expert tips and tools to keep your virtual machines running smoothly.

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Virtualization

Perfect VLANs on VMware: A Simple ESXi Guide

ByEdy Werder 31/05/202423/04/2025

Do you want to unlock the full potential of your ESXi environment by implementing a flawless Virtual LAN (VLAN) setup?

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My Blog Workflow: How to Write a Blog Post In 3 Easy Steps

ByEdy Werder 13/05/202423/04/2025

It is vital to develop a blogging workflow. This article will walk you through my blog workflow in 3 steps, from researching ideas to publishing with WordPress. It will help you streamline your process and make it easier to write blog posts.

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Exchange setup fails with a certificate error

ByEdy Werder 05/05/202423/04/2025

Imagine the anticipation of upgrading your Exchange 2019 on-premises server with a new CU, each step carefully executed, only to hit a roadblock at Step 12: Mailbox role – Client Access Front End service. As the setup grinds to a halt, an unsettling error message appears, signaling a common yet frustrating challenge: Exchange setup fails.

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  • Code Snippets plugin for WordPress: The Best in town is now even better with the Pro Edition
  • Complete Guide to Using Time Machine on Synology NAS: Back up your Mac without hassle
  • Complete Guide: Setting Up SSH Keys on Synology for Enhanced Security
  • Configuring VLANs in Proxmox: A Guide to enable tag for VLAN in Linux bridge
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  • Did you know using Synology Active Backup for Microsoft 365 is a free alternative to Veeam Microsoft 365?
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  • Discover the Best SEO plugin for WordPress – Rank Math
  • Divi 5 – A Long-Awaited Upgrade, But Is It Enough?
  • DNS Server at Home: How to Host Your Own Public Nameserver
  • DNS Time to Live – What It Is and Why It Matters When Moving a WordPress Site
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  • Elementor Free vs Pro: Which Version Is Right for You? (2025 Comparison)
  • Elementor Hosting Review: My Experience with Their WordPress Hosting Services
  • Elementor vs Divi Builder: Which WordPress Editor is [The] Best for You?
  • Exchange Server Health Check: The Ultimate PowerShell Checklist for Admins
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  • Hello Elementor Theme Review: Fast and Clean WordPress Theme With Minimal Styling
  • Homelab Network: The Complete Guide to build a lab network
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  • How to Customize Elementor Font and Color Settings for Your Website
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  • How to install a VMware USB driver for a USB network adapter
  • How to install Fail2ban with email notification
  • How to install NextCloud on Proxmox with Ubuntu
  • How to install Proxmox Server 8
  • How to Recover a Deleted App in Microsoft Power Apps Using MS Powershell
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  • How to Self Host Elementor Google Fonts Locally in WordPress
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  • How to Update the Minisforum BIOS: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
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  • How to Use Synology Hyper Backup: The Ultimate Guide to set up a backup task
  • Install Exchange Server 2019: lesson learned 
  • Intel NUC 13 Extreme: A Mini Desktop with Maxi Capabilities – My Review
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  • Kadence Theme Review 2025: Is This the Best WordPress Theme for You?
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  • Learn in 7 steps ways to harden your WordPress site for security.
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  • Master Your Synology Firewall: How to Use It Effectively
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  • My Blog Workflow: How to Write a Blog Post In 3 Easy Steps
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  • Outranking Review – Best Content Writing Tool for SEO 2025
  • Outranking vs Jasper vs ChatGPT – Which writing tool is better for a blog?
  • Perfect VLANs on VMware: A Simple ESXi Guide
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  • Proxmox Ceph vs ZFS: Top 5 Unbeatable Pros and Cons
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  • Proxmox Filesystems Unveiled: A Beginner’s Dive into EXT4 and ZFS
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  • Proxmox Upload ISO: Step-by-Step Guide (GUI + CLI)
  • Proxmox vs. ESXI: Is Proxmox an alternative to ESXi?
  • Quick Synology SSL Certificate Setup – Secure Your NAS with Letsencrypt
  • Quiet Server for Home Lab: How to Build a Powerful, Low-Noise Setup
  • RAID Controller Explained: What You Need To Know about Disk array and hard drives
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  • Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: The Ultimate Guide to Your Next-Level Fitness Companion
  • Save a Windows License with Synology NAS Active Directory Server package.
  • Securing SSH with Two-Factor Authentication: A Linux and Proxmox Guide
  • SEO Essentials: Optimizing Your WordPress Content for Search Engines
  • Set-Mailbox Permissions in Exchange Server Using Powershell
  • SolidWP Review: Secure & Manage Your WordPress Site
  • Step-by-step Guide on How to Install and Run WordPress on Synology NAS
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  • The Best Mini PC for Home and Small Business Servers (2025 Guide)
  • The Ultimate Guide on how to use Kadence Conversions
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  • Understanding VLAN ID 4095 for Network Configuration
  • Unlocking the Power of A Comprehensive Guide to Network-Attached Storage Solutions
  • Unveiling the Acemagic AX15 Laptop: A Comprehensive Review of an Affordable Office Laptop
  • Uses of a Home Server: What You Can Actually Do With One in 2025
  • VMware Snapshot Best Practices: Boost Performance by Managing Snapshots Correctly
  • What Is a Virtual Homelab? (And Should You Run It at Home or in the Cloud?)
  • What Secrets Lie Behind the Proxmox User Root?
  • Which is the best Synology NAS Diskstation 2025?
  • Why I switched from Yoast SEO to Rank Math to write my blogs.
  • Why should I buy a Microsoft Surface Pro Laptop?
  • WordPress Automatic Updates: Staying in Control (Even with Your Host)
  • WordPress Care Plans: What are the best monthly WordPress maintenance packages?
  • WordPress Hacked? How to Determine If a Website Has Been Compromised and Steps to Protect Your Site from Being Hacked
  • WordPress PHP8 Update: A step-by-step guide for Siteground and CPanel
  • WordPress Security Concerns: What the Community Recommends
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