Snagless RJ45 connectors – How To Make Network Cables Snagless

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Snagless RJ45 Connectors – the Odd RequestSnagless RJ45 connectors are that odd request that my department makes from time to time. Why do you need RJ45 connectors anyway, it’s the invariable answer from supervisors, and the typical reminder: “You have all sorts of patchcords, all dimensions…” Well, first of all, we sysadmins never have all … Read more

Copy and Backup Utility Review – Robocopy or Xcopy, Which One?

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Robocopy or Xcopy Which One to Use? These two command line file copy utilities seem to provide the same functions. However don’t be deceived by the number of options xcopy provides. It is just a as it is a poor relative of the more robust, featured, When to Use Xcopy and When to use Robocopy? … Read more

PROTECT IP / SOPA Breaks The Internet

Update to the probably most infamous attempt of civilized world to bring the darkness of communism and censorship into the Internet world. Lamar Smith, creator of the bill, pulled the bill “until there is wider agreement on a solution. Yay!!! Strike against censorship. Join the largest online protest in history: tell Congress to stop this … Read more