File Checksum Integrity Verifier (FCIV.EXE)
The File Checksum Integrity Verifier (FCIV.EXE) is a free command-line utility provided by Microsoft. Its purpose is to compute and verify cryptographic hash values (also known as checksums) for files.
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Active Directory FSMO Roles
FSMO (Flexible Single Master Operations) roles, sometimes referred to as operations master roles, are a set of specific roles within an Active Directory environment. These roles are vital for the proper functioning and operation of an AD network, as they prevent conflicts and ensure consistency of the directory data. They are necessary because while Active Directory is a multi-master system… Read More »
Error Code 8007000b During Windows Update
An error occurs while running Windows Update on a Windows Vista machine:
How to Send a Remote Shutdown
How to send a remote shutdown command to a remote computer under Windows XP.
Enable/Disable Windows File Protection
Enable or Disable Windows File Protection.
How to Change a Drive Letter for a Flash Drive
You have a mapped network drive of G for example, but every time you plug your flash drive in, it takes over drive letter G. What do you do? Force your flash drive to use the same drive letter every time you plug it in or reboot. You change the drive letter for your flash drive the same… Read More »
Network Statistics
Using the NET STATISTICS command, you can get a lot of detailed information about how a workstation or server is communicating over the network.
Add or Remove a Computer from the Domain
Using a simple command, you can add or remove a computer from the domain.
Show hidden files and folders Doesn’t Work
A common virus disables the Show hidden files and folders function in Windows XP. Here is how to enable it again. The symptom of this problem is every time you select the Show hidden files and folders options under Folder Options, the screen just flashes when you click OK and the hidden files and folders are not unhidden.… Read More »
Use Cached Exchange Mode Option is Grayed Out
You can’t enable Use Cached Exchange Mode because it is grayed out. This is likely because of a Group Policy that is in effect on your computer. If you are on a company network, you might want to contact an administrator to disable it. Otherwise, you can try to enable it yourself.