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Tailscale: A Simpler, Smarter Way to Connect All Your Devices

Tailscale creates a private, encrypted network between your devices using WireGuard under the hood. Instead of “a VPN but complicated,” it acts more like: a mesh of private tunnels with identity-based access (your Google / Microsoft login = your authentication) and automatic NAT traversal (no port-forwarding nightmares) plus support for basically every platform on Earth Everything becomes part of your personal tailnet,  your own secure space. 1. Create your tailnet Go to https://tailscale.com/ Click Sign Up Choose the identity provider you want (Google, Microsoft, GitHub, Apple ID, etc.) That’s it. Your tailnet exists. 2. Install Tailscale on your first device On Windows Download the installer from: https://tailscale.com/download Run the .msi Sign in Approve the device curl -fsSL https://tailscale.com/install.sh | sh sudo tailscale up Then sign in via the browser page that opens. 3. Add your second device Once signed in, both devices will now appear ...

How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade to the Latest Version of Windows 11 24h2

If you haven't received the windows 11 24h2 update yet, you can perform an in-place upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11, here's a general guide to help you through the process.

An in-place upgrade allows you to update your Windows installation to the latest version without losing your personal files, applications, or settings. It's a straightforward way to ensure you're running the most recent features and security updates.

Prerequisites

Although an in-place upgrade shouldn't affect your files, it's always wise to back up important data.

Ensure your device meets the minimum system requirements for the latest Windows 11 update.

Stable Internet Connection: A reliable internet connection is necessary to download the update files.


Check for Updates via Windows Update

Open Settings: Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.

Navigate to Update & Security: Click on Windows Update on the left pane.

Check for Updates: Click Check for updates. If the latest update is available, it should start downloading automatically. Follow the below steps if your device hasn't received it yet


Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant

If the update isn't appearing in Windows Update, you can use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant.



Click on Download Now under the Windows 11 Installation Assistant section.


Open the downloaded file (Windows11InstallationAssistant.exe).


The assistant will download and install the latest version.

Your PC will restart multiple times during the process.


Create Installation Media (Alternative Method)

If the above methods don't work, you can use the Media Creation Tool


On the same Microsoft Windows 11 Download page, click on Download Now under the Create Windows 11 Installation Media section.


Open the downloaded file (MediaCreationToolW11.exe).

Select Upgrade this PC now and click Next.


Troubleshooting Tips

Insufficient Disk Space: Ensure you have enough free disk space (at least 20 GB recommended).

Disable Antivirus Software: Temporarily disable third-party antivirus programs during the upgrade.

Check for Compatibility Issues: Some applications might prevent the upgrade. Uninstall any software that's flagged during the compatibility check.

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