What is WEB-INF?
WEB-INF is a directory that forms part of the folder structure defining a web application. These folders can be found in Java applications and usually follow a common structure including the following files: Web.xml...
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What is _notes?
_notes is a folder created by Adobe Dreamweaver that stores configuration files in a language called XML to basically keep track of the site synchronisation between your file system and that of your server....
What is __MACOSX?
This is a question that comes up a lot, particularly from Windows users. So what the devil is the folder called __MACOSX and what can or should I do with it? The technical term...
Chinese Domain Name Scam Warning
It’s been around a while, but it’s well worth covering again as unfortunately the scammers convince more and more people that they need to pay over the odds for domain names – particularly .cn...
Libre Office 5 Calc Paste Column Bug
For the as yet uninitiated, Libre Office is a freely available alternative to the popular Microsoft Office suite. Now if you’re looking for Sharepoint, you’re in the wrong place. But if you want a...
Too Many Authentication Failures – Filezilla
Trust me, we’ve all been there. And yes, it is immensely frustrating. Picture the scene – you’ve been good and decided to use key based SSH for securely transferring files between your servers and...
Wifi Won’t Reconnect? You Need To Reset Your Network Adapter
OK, I feel like I’ve possibly lost some of you there – but don’t worry, all will become clear. A common problem that arises with wireless networking (wifi) that many of us now use...
Smart Meters – Any Good?
Before you ask, no I don’t have one. And since you ask, don’t get one either! I’m a geek and I love technology but Smart Meters are actually, pretty dumb. They shouldn’t be and...
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