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DroidX created appointment cannot be editted via Outlook

What the problem is: Created Outlook appointments on a Droid are unable to be edited by Outlook. What is causing said problem: Unknown at this time How to fix Symantec Corrupted Updates: 1.            Open the appointment in Outlook created via the Droid X 2.            Edit the appointment 3.            Click Scheduling Assistant 4.            Right click the […]

Outlook Anywhere Setup

What the problem is: Need to access outlook files from a mail server to client PCs. What is causing said problem: How to Setup Outlook Anywhere: Open the Server and transfer the certificate files from their server (mail.xxxxx.xx:3390) to the computer you are configuring. To install the certificates, do the following Double click the first cert, […]

Manually update the GAL (Global Address List)

What the problem is: The Global Address List is not automatically updating when by default it is supposed to. What is causing said problem: The error causing the Global Address List to not update is a corrupt file within Outlook. This can happen after a long period of use with outlook and happens for no […]

SBS 2008 OWA says 404 file not found

What the problem is: OWA suddenly stops working after updates or a restart. What is causing said problem: updates or a restart. How to Fix SBS 2008 OWA 404 Error: Log into the server and go into IIS 7 (the one that isn’t IIS6). Expand until you can see all the sites. The one called SBS Web […]

Why HDMI Cable Quality Doesn’t Matter… Well, Most Of The Time….

Digital is digital, 0s are 0s and 1s are 1s. HDMI cables transfer digital signals and HDMI standards make sure that certain standards and requirements are met for the various HDMI cable types so save your money and get the cheap cable for runs 6 feet (2 meters) or less. Longer runs (over 15 feet) […]

DVI vs VGA

If your monitor and video card have DVI use it whenever possible. Computers are digital and so are the signals they send to the monitor. When you use VGA connector the digital signal from the computer is converted to analog and transferred to your monitor where it is then converted back to digital and displayed. […]

The Benefits Of Multiple Monitors

One thing often overlooked is the effect that multiple monitors have on productivity. A good monitor not only helps reduce eye strain but allows more efficient use of programs. Larger monitors for instance allow more of a document, drawing or worksheet to be seen. A sharper monitor allows for better detail and reduced eye fatigue. […]

Backup Data Needs To Be Stored Offsite One Way Or Another!

Backups are done to ensure that in the case of a catastrophic failure your data will be recoverable. Catastrophic failure could be from hardware failure or it could be from something much worst such as a fire, theft or water damage. If your backups are stored with the equipment being backed up and get damaged […]

Backup Tapes Do Not Like Fire Proof Safes

We are not sure where this myth started but contrary to popular belief, tapes, external hard drive and other backup media is not safe in fire proof safes. Fire proof safes are meant to protect paper form catching on fire and that’s it. If you have a 5 hour fire proof safe what that means […]

Why You Don’t Need To Buy Anti Spyware And Anti Malware Software

Unlike the antivirus software makers, the makers of antispyware and antimalware software do not have a governing body behind them ensuring that they protect your PC from all the latest threats. The various antivirus software developers have a governing body behind them that shares any newly discovered threats among all the antivirus companies so that […]