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Advanced Printer Deployment with Addigy (MDM)

Advanced Printer Deployment with Addigy (MDM)

Michael Page

A comprehensive solution for deploying printers via MDM that addresses the limitations of standard configuration profiles, providing automated installation, removal, and customization capabilities.

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Extract & Decode Forgotten Billion WAN Service Password

Extract & Decode Forgotten Billion WAN Service Password

Michael Page

A step-by-step guide to recovering forgotten WAN service passwords from router configuration backup files, specifically for Billion routers.

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macOS Network Shares with Permission Inheritance

macOS Network Shares with Permission Inheritance

Michael Page

Explains how macOS share permissions don’t automatically apply to new files or folders, and how to use ACL inheritance so permissions propagate correctly.

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Printing Hierarchical Directory Structures in Terminal

Printing Hierarchical Directory Structures in Terminal

Michael Page

Introduces the tree command for visualising directory hierarchies in the terminal, and walks through installation methods and useful options. It helps users generate structured views of files and folders efficiently.

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Demystifying the Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter

Demystifying the Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter

Michael Page

Explains how the Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter enables direct photo import to iPhones/iPads, including tips to resolve power issues and limitations with video formats.

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Raspberry Pi Tips & Tricks

Raspberry Pi Tips & Tricks

Michael Page

Useful Raspberry Pi tips and tricks from flashing images to enabling headless Wi-Fi setup, to help users get more from their device. It also highlights practical project ideas like using Pi-hole and digital signage.

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Dock Master - A Superior Profile Maker for Managing the Dock

Dock Master - A Superior Profile Maker for Managing the Dock

Michael Page

Dock Composer is a native macOS app that makes building and deploying custom Docks simple and powerful. Unlike MDMs, it supports home-relative paths, non-installed apps, network shares, websites, and removable Dock items — all with a one-time purchase, no subscriptions.

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Munki Business - A Guide to Munki 2

Munki Business - A Guide to Munki 2

Michael Page

A detailed guide to Munki 2, covering repository structure, client configuration, importing software, manifests, troubleshooting, and practical tips for Mac software deployment.

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Separating System and User Data with DeployStudio

Separating System and User Data with DeployStudio

Michael Page

Outlines how to configure DeployStudio to separate macOS system files and user data onto distinct partitions. This approach streamlines system reimaging by preserving user data and simplifies upgrades or restores.

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Meet Munki - Managed Mac Software Deployment

Meet Munki - Managed Mac Software Deployment

Michael Page

The blog post introduces Munki, an open-source macOS software deployment tool that enables IT administrators to efficiently manage software installations across multiple Macs.

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Creating a Bootable OS X/macOS USB Installer

Creating a Bootable OS X/macOS USB Installer

Michael Page

Provides a step-by-step guide to creating a bootable macOS USB installer using Terminal commands. It includes instructions for various macOS versions, without third party tools.

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