Mks IT ramblings

windows 11 show saved wifi password

2026-10-14T16:28:10.280+13:00

netsh wlan show profiles

netsh wlan show profile name="MKH" key=clear

windows 11 cmdlet to show this months calendar

2026-10-03T15:32:23.500+13:00

powershell -Command "$c=[cultureinfo]::currentculture;$first=$c.DateTimeFormat.FirstDayOfWeek;[datetime]::now.ToString('MMMM yyyy'); 1..[datetime]::daysinmonth((get-date).year,(get-date).month) | Group-Object { (Get-Date -Day $_).DayOfWeek } "

is there an easy way to generate a time stamp in Windows 11

2026-09-25T05:38:31.371+12:00

The Quickest Keyboard Shortcut (Notepad & Text Fields)

If you are typing in Windows Notepad, you can instantly generate a formatted date and timestamp by pressing a single key: [1]

Press F5. ~~~~ actually Fn+F5 on my Dell notebook
Alternatively, you can click Edit from the top menu and select Time and Date

what is a passkey and how is it different from a password

2026-09-25T01:13:23.425+12:00

A passkey is a digital credential that replaces traditional passwords, allowing you to sign in to apps and websites using your face, fingerprint, or a device PIN instead of typing a secret word

cast / display my Mi phone screen to my Dell windows 11; not that straight forward

2026-09-22T04:40:59.060+12:00

add wireless display to my Dell w11:

initially failed to install

updated windows serveral times

updates dell utils serveral times

then add wireless dosplay feature , very slow, but added

open wireless display on w11

then on Mi phone tap cast, but could not find my dell

google search again:

they may use a different protocol

in Mi phone, enable wireless certification

then follow

. Use the Correct Menu on Your Mi PhoneInstead of the standard "Cast" button in your quick panel (which looks for smart TVs/Chromecasts), you need to trigger the dedicated Miracast menu:Open Settings on your Mi phone.Go to Connection & sharing.Look for Wireless Display (not "Cast") and tap it.Toggle Wireless display to ON. Your PC name should now populate on this specific screen.

- basically tap wireless display, then Mi phone screen is casted to the Dell screen

libre in COlombia means pound ?

2026-09-08T13:52:18.949+12:00

Yes, but spelled libra, and with a major twist.

In Colombia, when people say libra (pronounced lee-brah), they are indeed referring to a pound. However, a Colombian libra is exactly 500 grams (half a kilogram). [1, 2, 3]

This is different from the US/Imperial pound, which is only 453.6 grams. [1]

🛒 How it works in everyday life

At the market: If you go to a Colombian grocery store or street market and ask for una libra de guanábana, they will weigh out exactly 500 grams. [1]
The Math: Because it is precisely 500 grams, 2 libras = 1 kilo (1,000 grams). This makes it incredibly easy for locals to calculate weights mentally using the metric system. [1, 2]
Spelling Note: Make sure to spell it libra. The word libre means "free" or "vacant" in Spanish. [1]

what does ill at ease mean

2026-08-29T03:24:26.652+12:00

what does ill at ease mean

"Ill at ease" means feeling nervous, anxious, or uncomfortable and unable to relax.

that happened again, when test a web meeting link, my laptop show me a black screen... shiitts .... somehow my webcam shutter closed again

2026-08-16T17:20:01.656+12:00

that happened again, when test a web meeting link, my laptop show me a black screen... shiitts .... somehow my webcam shutter closed again

where i can see the imei number in my android phone

2026-08-03T02:58:02.574+12:00

You can see the IMEI number on your Android phone using the fast code method, the settings menu, or the original box. The three easiest ways are dialing *#06#, checking your phone settings, or looking at the retail box.

how do i identify big files in my onedrive ~~~~~ now ms suddenly cut off storage allowance for developer E5

2026-08-01T16:50:40.957+12:00

how do i identify big files in my onedrive

Using the OneDrive Website

Go to the OneDrive Website and log in.

Look at the bottom left corner of the page to see your total storage used.

Click on that storage amount or go to Settings (gear icon) > Options > Storage summary / What's taking up space to view a direct list of your largest files.

Alternatively, go to My files, click the column header for sorting, and choose Size (from largest to smallest). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Using File Explorer on Windows

Open File Explorer and click your OneDrive folder on the left side.

Click into the top right search box.

Type size:>100MB (or change it to size:>1GB for even bigger files) and press Enter.

Sort the results by size to see what takes up the most room.

Fair enough! Life’s way too short to stress over 12 cents. Enjoy the rest of your evening, and enjoy the groceries!

2026-07-28T16:27:05.500+12:00

Fair enough! Life’s way too short to stress over 12 cents. Enjoy the rest of your evening, and enjoy the groceries!

asuralia baby entry vaccine requirements yellow fever ?

2026-07-25T15:37:29.501+12:00

Australia only asks for a yellow fever vaccination certificate for travelers who are 1 year of age or older. Babies under 1 year old are not required to have a yellow fever certificate to enter Australia

after ms edge update, I could not login to my bank account

2026-07-05T07:45:46.924+12:00

after ms edge update, I could not login to my bank account

how to add colombian holidays to google calendar

2026-06-09T14:22:55.695+12:00

To add Colombian holidays to your Google Calendar, open the platform and go to the Google Calendar interface. You can enable them on your computer or mobile device by following the steps below: [1, 2, 3, 4]

On Desktop:

Open Google Calendar in your web browser.
In the left sidebar, click the + icon next to "Other calendars".
Select Browse calendars of interest.
Scroll down to the Regional holidays section and click Browse all.
Check the box next to Holidays in Colombia. [1, 2, 3, 4]

how do i edit a whatsapp message ?

2026-06-06T01:53:52.305+12:00

Yes, you can edit a WhatsApp message after it has been sent.

To successfully edit a sent message, keep these requirements in mind:

Time Limit: You can only edit a message within 15 minutes of sending it.
Label: An "edited" tag will appear next to the message timestamp so the recipient knows it was changed.
No Notification: WhatsApp will not send a new notification to the chat when you edit a message.

How to Edit Your Message

Long-press (tap and hold) the message you want to change.
Tap
Edit (On Android, you may need to tap the three dots in the corner first).

Type your new changes and tap the checkmark (or send button) to update it.

why my whatsapp is not showing full chat history on windows

2026-05-25T08:13:50.664+12:00

Your Windows app isn't showing full chat history because WhatsApp Desktop is a "linked device". It relies on your phone as the primary source and doesn't store all your past conversations. Older messages, especially those from before you linked the device, remain securely stored on your primary smartphone. [1, 2]

To view older messages or force a better sync, try the following steps:

Check your phone: Since your phone holds your complete chat archive, search or scroll through older conversations there.
Use the desktop search: On the Windows app, use the Search bar inside specific chats to find older messages that aren't appearing on your main screen.
Keep your phone connected: For optimal syncing, ensure your smartphone has an active internet connection and is near your computer.
Restart the app: Sometimes a simple app refresh helps. Close WhatsApp completely on your computer and open it again to prompt a background sync. [1]

search a particular date bring some history back

also used the web version to show history

一个16架完整中队编制

2026-05-21T20:36:18.955+12:00

一个16架完整中队编制

what is difference between apostille and notarized

2026-05-15T08:45:55.859+12:00

A notarization verifies the identity of a signer for domestic use, while an apostille authenticates that notary’s signature for international use in Hague Convention countries. Notarization is the first step, and the apostille is a government-issued stamp added later to make the document valid abroad. [1, 2, 3]

Key Differences at a Glance

Purpose: Notarization confirms the signer's identity and witnesses the signature; Apostille confirms the authenticity of the notary or public official.
Usage: Notarized documents are used within the country; Apostilled documents are for foreign use.
Authority: Notaries are authorized by local governments; Apostilles are issued by central authorities like a Secretary of State or foreign office.
Process: You must often get a document notarized before it can be apostilled.
Scope: Notarization is standard for local contracts/affidavits; Apostille is required for international adoption, business, or education. [1, 2, 3, 4]

When to Use Which

Notarized: Needed when a document requires verification to be legally binding, such as for loan documents, wills, or affidavits.
Apostilled: Needed for documents moving between countries, such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, or business contracts in countries that belong to the

backup iphone in itunes, nah , not anymore,

2026-05-13T18:19:31.201+12:00

If you’re on a newer Windows PC

Apple now points many Windows users to the Apple Devices app instead of iTunes. In that app, you select your device, go to General, choose Back up all of the data on your device to this computer, then click Backup Now. [support.apple.com], [support.apple.com]

Why doesn't the iPhone save photos as JPEG?

2026-04-23T12:25:12.265+12:00

Open Settings > Camera > Formats. Scroll down to select Most compatible. This will save any future photos in . jpeg format.

how do i remove password from a pdf file, I know the password, but I want to save as no-password

2026-04-23T12:14:00.001+12:00

Since you know the password, removing it is straightforward. Here are the most reliable ways, depending on what you’re using.

✅ Method 1: Adobe Acrobat (Best / Cleanest)

Works on Windows & macOS

Open the PDF in Adobe Acrobat (not Reader)
Enter the password
Go to File → Properties → Security
Under Security Method, choose No Security
Save the file (File → Save)

✅ Result: Same PDF, no password

✅ Method 2: macOS Preview (Free, very easy)

Works on Macs only

Double‑click the PDF to open in Preview
Enter the password
Go to File → Export
Uncheck “Encrypt”
Click Save

✅ Result: New PDF without a password

✅ Method 3: Print to PDF (Universal, free)

Works on Windows & macOS

Windows

Open PDF (Edge, Chrome, Acrobat Reader, etc.)
Enter password
Press Ctrl + P
Printer: Microsoft Print to PDF
Save

macOS

Open PDF
Enter password
File → Print
Bottom‑left: PDF → Save as PDF

⚠️ Note:
This may flatten interactive elements (forms, clickable links, layers).

✅ Method 4: Browser (Chrome / Edge)

Fast & free

Drag PDF into Chrome or Edge
Enter password
Print → Save as PDF

✅ Good for simple documents

✅ Method 5: Command Line (Advanced / batch friendly)

If you’re comfortable with Terminal or PowerShell:

qpdf --password=YOURPASSWORD --decrypt input.pdf output.pdf

✅ Preserves full PDF structure
✅ Excellent for automation

Which method should you use?

Situation	Best Option
You have Acrobat	Adobe Acrobat
You’re on a Mac	Preview
Quick & free	Print to PDF
Many files / automation	qpdf

If you want, tell me:

Windows or Mac?
One file or many?
Need to preserve forms/signatures?

I’ll recommend the exact best option for your case.

低烈度战争在技术水平上打的是“上一次战争”，甚至“更上一次战争”，

2026-03-29T09:39:00.002+13:00

低烈度战争在技术水平上打的是“上一次战争”，甚至“更上一次战争”，当年针对性的装备当然好用，现在更先进的装备反而水土不服。

unifi network server found 10.0.162 ; Your unifi network server will update to 10.1.89

2026-03-28T21:39:00.002+13:00

unifi network server found 10.0.162 ; Your unifi network server will update to 10.1.89

说一千，道一万，不管怎么样，关键还是我自己要踏踏实实做好自己的事情

2026-03-17T10:01:10.885+13:00

说一千，道一万，不管怎么样，关键还是我自己要踏踏实实做好自己的事情

https://IP address :943/admin openvpn

2026-03-11T21:50:00.007+13:00

https://IP address :943/admin openvpn admin UI

portal address