Microsoft’s new licensing policy for Windows Server 2016 involves using cores instead of processors when determining how many licenses you need. You will need a minimum of 8 cores per processor to use Windows Server 2016 with SQL. If you don’t have that many cores on your server, you need to purchase additional license packs. …
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If you frequently visit a particular website, you can add it to your favorite bar without installing the website’s toolbars. The problem with installing site-specific toolbars is that they come with adware and spyware. To add a website to your favorites bar, you need to open Internet Explorer and click the Favorites menu. Select the …
Purchasing a Windows 10 installation disc requires a small investment. You will spend about $139 for the retail version of Windows 10 Home, and $200 for the OEM version. Both versions contain the same features, and you can use them indefinitely, but if you plan to use the system for a long time, you’ll want …
If you’re running Windows 10, you can set the function keys on your keyboard to perform different actions. The F-keys on your keyboard are usually assigned default actions in Windows, such as F1 for launching the Help Manual, F2 for renaming files, and so on. Some of these keys also have other functions, such as …
If you can’t force a program to close on your PC, you can try using the Task Manager. To do this, simply open the Task Manager by pressing the CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keyboard shortcut or by right-clicking on the desktop taskbar. If the Processes tab doesn’t appear, click on the More details link or right-click the program …
One way to hide an app on Windows 10 is by editing the Control Panel. Go to Programs and Features > Apps, and click on the app name. Select Hide. Once hidden, the app will not be listed in your installed programs list. It will still be accessible via the Windows Search utility and the …
To shut down your laptop, you can press the power button, and hold it until the lock screen appears. You can also use the slidintoshutdown command, which will shut down the current active program. This method will be more convenient if you are working on a touchscreen device. For other devices, you can set the …
If your screen is too large, you may need to adjust its resolution or screen size. This is done in the Display Control Panel. Select the Change screen size option. You can change the size of your icons and text by using keyboard shortcuts. You can change the size of your taskbar with a similar …
If you’re using a previous version of Excel, you may want to update to the most recent version. This will allow you to take advantage of new features and settings. While you can set your computer to automatically download and install updates, it’s usually best to check for updates manually. To update your program, follow …
If you want to disable Windows activation pop up, you should first disable the software that causes it. This is usually the Action Center. You can disable it by clicking the “Stop” button, or you can manually change the value in the Registry. After making the change, restart your computer and the notification will no …