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HTTPS & WWW Redirection for Apache HTTP Server

By XaHertz  |  Published : January 12, 2023  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

Developers and system administrators now face a few new challenges as HTTPS becomes more widely used as the standard connection protocol for websites. One of these challenges is the requirement to consolidate a canonical domain by rerouting non-HTTP sites to HTTPS in addition to rerouting non-www to www host names (or vice-versa). For that purpose adding the following code into your website's . . . [Read More]

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How to Use the Hosts File for Pre-Launch Website Testing

By XaHertz  |  Published : August 26, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

When developing a website, it's essential to thoroughly test it before making it live. However, if you're working with a custom domain name, this can present a challenge. Typically, the domain name is already routed to a live site, while development continues on a separate server. To review the pre-launch website without making it public, you can modify the hosts file on your local machine. This . . . [Read More]

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How to Safely Disable BattlEye in GTA V for Single-Player Modding

By XaHertz  |  Published : May 30, 2025  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

If you’re looking to enhance your single-player experience in Grand Theft Auto V with mods, you’ll first need to disable BattlEye. BattlEye is an anti-cheat system used by Rockstar Games to prevent cheating in GTA Online. However, it can also interfere with mods in story mode. This guide explains how to disable BattlEye depending on your game launcher, so you can enjoy a customized story mode . . . [Read More]

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A Quick Guide to Fixing Common DLL Errors in Games

By XaHertz  |  Published : July 14, 2025  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

There’s nothing more frustrating than launching your favorite game only to be hit with a pop-up error: Missing DLL file or DLL not found. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone — DLL errors are incredibly common in the gaming world, especially on Windows. Luckily, most DLL errors can be fixed without tech skills or deep system knowledge. This guide walks you through proven solutions that are . . . [Read More]

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How to Disable Multi-Plane Overlay (MPO) in Windows

By XaHertz  |  Published : March 9, 2025  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

Multi-Plane Overlay (MPO) is a Windows graphics feature designed to enhance rendering performance by allowing the GPU to handle multiple image layers more efficiently. This results in reduced power consumption and improved display responsiveness. However, in some cases, MPO can lead to display issues such as screen flickering, stuttering, or graphical artifacts. So, if you’re experiencing . . . [Read More]

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A Quick Guide to Setting Up Node.js 22 LTS on Ubuntu

By XaHertz  |  Published : September 21, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

Node.js is a powerful JavaScript runtime built on Chrome's V8 engine, widely used for building scalable network applications. This article will walk you through the steps of installing Node.js 22 LTS on an Ubuntu-based system, ensuring that you have the necessary tools to start developing with Node.js. Prerequisites Before you begin the installation, ensure you have:

An Ubuntu-based system . . . [Read More]

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Non-Destructive MBR to GPT Conversion in Windows

By XaHertz  |  Published : April 2, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

Converting a Master Boot Record (MBR) disk to a GUID Partition Table (GPT) disk in Windows can be necessary for various reasons, such as overcoming the limitations of MBR disks, supporting larger disk sizes, or enabling features like Secure Boot. However, this process typically involves formatting the disk and thus erasing all data, which can be inconvenient or even disastrous if you have . . . [Read More]

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How to Generate Local SSL Certificates Using Your Own Certificate Authority

By XaHertz  |  Published : August 15, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

In an increasingly digital world, securing web traffic is essential. For developers and IT professionals, generating local SSL certificates is a crucial step in ensuring that internal applications and development environments are safeguarded against potential threats. While using trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs) for public-facing websites is the norm, creating your own certificate authority . . . [Read More]

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A Simple Guide to Adding a Sitemap to Your Eleventy Website

By XaHertz  |  Published : October 29, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

Creating a sitemap is an essential step in optimizing your website for search engines. It helps search engines find and index your content more effectively, which boosts your site's visibility. If you're using Eleventy, a popular static site generator, adding a sitemap is simple. In this article, we'll show you how to create and add a sitemap to your Eleventy website step-by-step. Step 1: Create a . . . [Read More]

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A Quick Guide to Curl’s Rate Limiting Feature

By XaHertz  |  Published : November 13, 2024  |  Last Updated : August 31, 2025

When using cURL to transfer data, the command-line tool operates at maximum speed to complete the task as quickly as possible. While this high-speed operation is beneficial for many scenarios, there are times when it can be advantageous to limit the transfer rate. This article explains how to use curl's rate limiting feature to control the speed of your data transfers. Understanding Curl’s . . . [Read More]