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This guide provides an overview of the available documentation pages and how to utilize them effectively to set up, install, and deploy PyRDPConnect across various environments. Documentation Overview text/html 2026-02-16T18:26:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/01/31/how-to-disable-the-cortana-app?rev=1771266366&do=diff How to disable the Cortana app Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- Cortana, Microsoft's virtual assistant, is integrated into Windows 10 and Windows 11 to help users with tasks like setting reminders and answering questions. However, not everyone finds Cortana useful, and some may prefer to disable it to increase system performance or maintain privacy. 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This will allow you to create regular backups of your server's data and system state, which can be used to restore the server in case of data loss or system failure. text/html 2024-12-05T20:05:26+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/ini-configurator/index?rev=1733429126&do=diff Source Issues Download Donation INI Configurator Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- INI Configurator is a lightweight and user-friendly GUI application designed for configuring .ini files. The application allows users to seamlessly edit and manage configuration settings with a collapsible section-based interface, ensuring clarity and simplicity even with complex configuration files. The source code may be used to build similar applications for other configuration files. text/html 2024-11-29T00:30:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/mysql-ini-configurator/index?rev=1732840215&do=diff Source Issues Download Donation MySQL INI Configurator Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- MySQL INI Configurator is a lightweight and user-friendly GUI application designed for configuring my.ini files. The application allows users to seamlessly edit and manage configuration settings with a collapsible section-based interface, ensuring clarity and simplicity even with complex configuration files. text/html 2026-03-25T16:26:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/pinas/index?rev=1774456006&do=diff Source Issues Download Donation PiNAS Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- PiNAS is a compact, modular, 3D-printable Network Attached Storage system designed around the Raspberry Pi platform. It blends functional engineering with an angular, industrial design inspired by modern embedded hardware. 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Built with PyQt5, the application supports both macOS and Linux, offering an intuitive and user-friendly experience for users who need to manage RDP connections across multiple environments. text/html 2024-11-07T20:51:11+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/reversesum/index?rev=1731012671&do=diff Demo Source Issues Download Donation ReverseSUM Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- This web application is a versatile tool designed to find all possible combinations of individual line values that match given target totals. Users can input lists of totals and individual values, and the application will determine which combinations of values add up to each total. This is particularly useful for reconciling invoice lines, budget calculations, or any situation requiring a reverse sum brea… text/html 2025-09-24T23:55:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/router-pi5/index?rev=1758758144&do=diff Source Issues Download Donation Building a Router with RPI5 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- A compact, high-performance home/SMB router built on Raspberry Pi 5 with the Radxa Dual 2.5G Router HAT. Runs on Raspberry Pi OS with a lean Linux stack (ifupdown + iptables + dnsmasq text/html 2026-03-25T16:11:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/writr/index?rev=1774455091&do=diff DokuWiki Source Issues Download Donation Writr Author(s): Louis Ouellet, Anika Henke ---------- This template was converted from the WordPress theme Writr. It was voted for by DokuWiki users from a selection of 19 other WordPress themes to convert. Features * Improve the general aesthetic for a more modern look and consistency text/html 2026-02-26T13:43:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/pinas/documentation/script?rev=1772113425&do=diff Script INTRO – 0:00 – 0:20 (Camera on you or voice-over with timelapse of printer starting) Hey everyone, Today, I’m excited to show you a DIY Raspberry Pi 5 project that turns a standard 5.25-inch hot-swap drive bay into a standalone NAS enclosure. It’s powered by the Radxa Penta SATA Hat, housed in a fully 3D-printed modular chassis I designed myself. text/html 2026-02-16T18:22:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/11/29/how-to-publish-a-remote-application-using-windows-server-rds?rev=1771266150&do=diff How to Publish a Remote Application using Windows Server RDS Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- In today’s fast-paced, remote-friendly world, businesses are increasingly relying on tools that enable seamless access to applications from anywhere. Windows Server Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is a robust solution that allows organizations to centralize application management while providing users with secure and efficient access to their work tools. With RDS, you can publish individual applicat… text/html 2026-03-23T13:47:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2026/02/14/rediscovering-engineering-through-3d-printing?rev=1774273634&do=diff Rediscovering Engineering Through 3D Printing Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- I didn’t buy a 3D printer to print toys. I bought it to prototype systems. In early October, I added a BambuLab P1S to my lab. Most people start with a Benchy — a calibration cube, a cable clip, something small and forgiving. I opened FreeCAD and started designing a NAS enclosure from scratch. text/html 2026-02-16T18:25:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/01/31/how-to-disable-telemetry-on-windows-11?rev=1771266330&do=diff How to disable Telemetry on Windows 11 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- Windows 11, like its predecessors, includes telemetry features that collect data on how you use the operating system. While this data is used to improve Windows performance and services, many users are concerned about privacy and prefer to limit the amount of data shared. This guide will walk you through the steps to disable telemetry features on your Windows 11 system, giving you more control over your data. text/html 2026-02-16T18:25:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/01/31/how-to-prevent-user-from-signing-into-a-microsoft-account-on-windows-11?rev=1771266353&do=diff How to prevent user from signing into a Microsoft Account on Windows 11 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- With the integration of Microsoft accounts into Windows 11, users have the ability to sync settings, files, and preferences across devices. However, there may be situations where an administrator needs to restrict this capability for security or policy compliance. Whether you're managing a corporate environment or you simply prefer to use local accounts, Windows 11 provides a way to dis… text/html 2026-02-16T18:27:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/10/08/how-to-build-a-ticketing-system?rev=1771266425&do=diff How to Build a Simple Ticketing System in DokuWiki Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- Ticketing systems are invaluable tools for managing tasks, issues, or support requests in an organized and efficient way. Whether you are running a help desk or just need a way to track internal issues, a ticketing system provides a centralized method to manage communication and resolve problems promptly. In this tutorial, we will guide you through building a simple ticketing system using text/html 2026-02-16T18:22:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/11/27/how-to-install-remote-desktop-services-on-windows-server-2022?rev=1771266169&do=diff How to Install Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2022 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is an essential component for organizations that need centralized desktop and application access. Installing RDS on Windows Server 2022 provides a robust and secure environment for remote work and collaboration. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of installing and configuring Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2022. text/html 2026-02-16T18:21:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2024/12/06/how-to-connect-an-iscsi-target-on-windows-server-2022?rev=1771266101&do=diff How to Connect an iSCSI Target on Windows Server 2022 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) is a protocol that allows you to connect storage devices over a network. This can be useful for sharing storage between multiple servers or for creating a shared storage pool. iSCSI offers a cost-effective way to connect storage devices over a network, and it is widely used in data centers and enterprise environments. text/html 2025-12-16T18:18:55+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2025/02/03/let-s-talk-building-a-modular-php-framework-part-3?rev=1765909135&do=diff Let's Talk - Building a Modular PHP Framework part 3 Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- In this third installment of our Building a Modular PHP Framework series, we will cover: * Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) * API and Endpoint creation text/html 2026-03-23T22:25:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/blog/2026/03/22/when-it-s-not-the-network-an-rdp-investigation-that-led-elsewhere?rev=1774304705&do=diff When It’s Not the Network: An RDP Investigation That Led Elsewhere Author(s): Louis Ouellet ---------- In a recent deployment, I was asked to investigate unstable Remote Desktop (RDP) sessions to a remote server accessed over a site-to-site VPN. text/html 2024-12-05T19:02:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/ini-configurator/documentation/01/01/index?rev=1733425320&do=diff 01.01. Basic Usage This guide will walk you through the process of setting up and customizing the INI Configurator to create your own configuration editor application. The configurator allows you to design a custom graphical interface for managing .ini files by modifying fields and constants. text/html 2024-11-05T19:06:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://laswitchtech.com/en/projects/writr/documentation/02/06/index?rev=1730833591&do=diff 02.06. Content Width The width of the content area can be adjusted with the content_width variable in the style.ini. Since DokuWiki version 2015-08-10 “Detritus” you can do that more easily with the styling plugin over the admin interface. This is limited to px size.