If you’ve tried creating a time lapse videos from pictures accidentally shot with automatic settings for exposure etc.. you’ve probably noticed some flickering in the final video. Don’t worry, all is not lost. This post shows you how I have managed to remove flicker from a time-lapse video in just such a situation. I do […]
I’ve recently re-added Google custom search (also known as “Google Programmable Search Engine”) as an option from Adsense to this website to make searching for articles easier. Having added the basic Google search code, I was surprised to see that the magnifying glass icon in the search button was missing. So for others suffering with […]
Storing lithium cells and batteries carefully is crucial as improper storage of lithium cells can lead to significant safety hazards such as fire and health issues, as well as degrading battery life. Those working with lithium must bear these hazards in-mind, both during the lifetime of the associated device (e.g. laptop or smartphone), and in […]
In this post I want to look at the use of Linux terminal commands for a simple and effective backup routine on Linux. We all know we should backup regularly, but it always feels like a pain to perform backups. As a result, most of us have been burnt by the loss of data from […]
In an era dominated by digital advancements, small businesses increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and efficiency. However, this increased reliance on digital platforms also exposes them to cyber threats. I’ve worked in technology implementation and maintenance for 20 years now, and cybersecurity has increasingly become a critical concern for small businesses. Gone are […]
If you’re looking to have anyone log into your website, PHP is a great way to code this yourself securely. In this post, I’ll take you through creating a basic user authentication system using PHP. To keep things simple initially, I’ll store the user information (username and password) in the script. Once you’ve got this […]
If you’ve just switched to Linux, or find yourself needing to do work in Linux shell, then this list of core Linux commands along with a brief description of their functionality is for you. Linux shell is similar to Command Prompt/PowerShell in Windows, it uses text-based commands to conduct both basic and powerful actions. It’s […]
Taking you through the steps to recover from a hacked eMail account, and to minimise the chance of a future hack. If your eMail is hacked, you need to do more than just change your password. This article answers the question of “what next?”for those who have suffered from an account hack.
Recommended steps to quickly and easily perform a healthcheck of a Windows PC for improved security and performance.
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