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Determining Task Length: Progress Bar with bash (No New Libraries)
Determining Task Length: Progress Bar with bash (No New Libraries)

In this tech support article, we will discuss how to create a progress bar using bash scripting without adding new libraries. Let's explore some popular pv commands for determining task length.

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Determining Script Execution on Windows, Linux, and MacOS
Determining Script Execution on Windows, Linux, and MacOS

This article discusses how script execution is determined on Windows, Linux, and MacOS systems. While Windows uses file extensions to determine script execution, *nix systems, including Linux and MacOS, use the shebang (#!) at the beginning of the file.

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Insufficient Frames in FFmpeg Transcoded Video
Insufficient Frames in FFmpeg Transcoded Video

Users encountering issues with insufficient frames during FFmpeg video transcoding using JavaScript Media Recorder and VP9 codec are addressed in this article.

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Combining Two Word Lists in Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide
Combining Two Word Lists in Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this article, we will discuss how to combine two word lists directly together to create new combinations using Linux. We will cover various methods using bash scripting and other tools.

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Setting Variables in One-Line Batch: A New Contributor's Experience
Setting Variables in One-Line Batch: A New Contributor's Experience

Learn how to set variables in one-line batch scripts with the help of a new contributor's experience. Discover the issue with the 'setvar2' command and a suggested workaround.

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Detox Filenames with bash Script in Kubuntu 22.04.4 LTS: A How-to Guide
Detox Filenames with bash Script in Kubuntu 22.04.4 LTS: A How-to Guide

Learn how to use a bash script to detoxify filenames containing special characters in Kubuntu 22.04.4 LTS. This article explains the process step-by-step using the detox1.4.5 tool.

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Using Thunderbird Email Identities with File-Upload Scripts on a Fedora Linux VM
Using Thunderbird Email Identities with File-Upload Scripts on a Fedora Linux VM

Learn how to use Thunderbird email identities for file uploads on a Fedora Linux VM. This article provides a step-by-step guide to configuring Thunderbird and setting up file-upload scripts.

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PowerShell and Batch: Get Spaces using Multiplatform Approaches
PowerShell and Batch: Get Spaces using Multiplatform Approaches

In this article, we'll explore how to get spaces using PowerShell and Batch scripts on different platforms such as Linux, Windows, and MacOS. PowerShell uses multiplication and string manipulation to output spaces, while Batch uses a set command to achieve the same result. Let's dive in and learn how to use these techniques in your scripts.

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Batch Running of Command Line Programs: Making Communication More Efficient
Batch Running of Command Line Programs: Making Communication More Efficient

Learn how to make command line program execution more efficient by batching multiple commands or scripts. This article explains how to run multiple instances of a program in the background and redirect output to a file.

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Automating Directory Renaming with Number Matching List using Shell Scripting
Automating Directory Renaming with Number Matching List using Shell Scripting

Learn how to automate directory renaming using number matching list with shell scripting. This is a beginner-friendly guide for those new to advanced terminal and scripting.

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Asynchronous PowerShell Script: Executing Callbacks Synchronously
Asynchronous PowerShell Script: Executing Callbacks Synchronously

In this tech support article, we will discuss how to execute PowerShell callbacks synchronously instead of asynchronously. This can be useful for understanding the behavior of callbacks and for simplifying complex scripts.

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Batch Script: Getting Output Value using Key
Batch Script: Getting Output Value using Key

Learn how to get the output value of a specific key in a batch script using various methods such as CMD prompt and Reg Query.

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Automating Device-Manufacturer Pairing with PowerShell
Automating Device-Manufacturer Pairing with PowerShell

This PowerShell script automates the process of pairing devices with their respective manufacturers: iPhone12, SamsungS5, and Nokia7, from countries US, South Korea, and Finlandia.

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Mounting External Backup Drive with Script
Mounting External Backup Drive with Script

Learn how to mount an external backup drive using a script in Linux. This script automatically mounts the drive with the given UUID.

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Automatically Pin Recycle Bin to Start Menu using PowerShell, Batch, or VBScript
Automatically Pin Recycle Bin to Start Menu using PowerShell, Batch, or VBScript

Learn how to automatically pin the Recycle Bin to the Start Menu using PowerShell, Batch, or VBScript.

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Understanding User Privileges: Running a Script as an Administrator in Windows
Understanding User Privileges: Running a Script as an Administrator in Windows

In this article, we will explain how to run a batch script with administrator privileges in Windows using the 'Run as administrator' option. We will also discuss the use of the %username% variable in the script.

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Windows PowerShell: ID Values Don't Write Extracted ID, Write 'TRUE' Instead
Windows PowerShell: ID Values Don't Write Extracted ID, Write 'TRUE' Instead

In this tech support article, we will guide you through a Windows PowerShell script issue where ID values don't write extracted IDs but instead write 'TRUE'. We will help you create a script to split text files based on a delimiter, create output filenames with incrementing numbers capturing the identifier string.

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IOS iPhone 14: Screen Blinking with Script Search Bar Indication
IOS iPhone 14: Screen Blinking with Script Search Bar Indication

Some users have reported experiencing screen blinking issues on their iOS iPhone 14 devices, accompanied by a blinking indication in the script search bar. In this article, we'll explore potential causes and solutions for this issue.

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Understanding Background Script Execution using nohup on Ubuntu Server
Understanding Background Script Execution using nohup on Ubuntu Server

Learn how to run scripts in the background on an Ubuntu server using the nohup command and understand the output file creation.

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VBA Script with Vlookup for Inventory Management in Excel
VBA Script with Vlookup for Inventory Management in Excel

Learn how to use VBA script and Vlookup in Excel for managing inventory in a production company. Receive components, produce items, and simplify your workflow.

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Understanding Window Specific URL Curl Output with Bash
Understanding Window Specific URL Curl Output with Bash

In this article, we will explore how to retrieve and understand the window specific URL output using Curl and Bash on Linux.

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Modifying Script File for Changing Program Controls Frequency in Narrowband Radio (Script File for Radio Type 531)
Modifying Script File for Changing Program Controls Frequency in Narrowband Radio (Script File for Radio Type 531)

Learn how to modify a script file to change program controls frequency in a narrowband radio with radio type 531. This article provides a step-by-step guide to help you understand and edit the script file.

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Convert Script using VarSetCapacityAHK v2 for Advanced Window Snapping
Convert Script using VarSetCapacityAHK v2 for Advanced Window Snapping

Learn how to convert an existing script using VarSetCapacityAHK v2 for advanced window snapping in AutoHotkey.

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Creating New Partition for Scripts on Laptops: A Step-by-Step Guide
Creating New Partition for Scripts on Laptops: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to create a new partition on your laptop to store scripts that run every time your computer starts. This guide covers the process for both Windows and Linux systems.

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VBS Scripting: Working with Shortcuts in Windows, except for WScript.Shell.Run()
VBS Scripting: Working with Shortcuts in Windows, except for WScript.Shell.Run()

In this article, we'll discuss how to create and manage shortcuts using VBS scripting in Windows, excluding the WScript.Shell.Run() method.

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Managing Cache in Chrome Browser: GPU Cache, Shader Cache, and User Data
Managing Cache in Chrome Browser: GPU Cache, Shader Cache, and User Data

Learn how to manage cache in Google Chrome browser, including GPU Cache, Shader Cache, and User Data. Discover how to prevent new temp files from being created and keep your cache organized.

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Bash: Achieving Side Output - An Easy Way?
Bash: Achieving Side Output - An Easy Way?

Learn the easy way to achieve side output in Bash scripts using various methods such as echo, tee, and redirect operators.

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Generate Video Slider using FFmpeg: A Step-by-Step Guide
Generate Video Slider using FFmpeg: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to create a video slider using Python script and FFmpeg. In this tutorial, we will try to replicate the effect shown in this example (first 10 seconds): <https://youtu.be/F_wf1uHqZRA>. Let's get started!

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Troubleshooting: Empty 'DHCPStatus' Result after Running Particular Script
Troubleshooting: Empty 'DHCPStatus' Result after Running Particular Script

A user reports that after running a specific script, the 'DHCPStatus' result is blank. In this article, we will guide you through the process of identifying and resolving the underlying issue.

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Choosing a General Purpose Scripting Language for Windows Updates
Choosing a General Purpose Scripting Language for Windows Updates

In this tech support article, we will discuss how to choose a general-purpose scripting language for making HTTP requests, checking available updates, downloading updates, and executing programs on Windows installations.

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Using Vim Workfiles with Applescript: An Alternative to Default Automator?
Using Vim Workfiles with Applescript: An Alternative to Default Automator?

When working with scripts in Vim, users might wonder if they can use Vim workfiles with Applescript instead of the default Automator. In this article, we explore the possibility and provide some insights.

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Troubleshooting Bash Script Error with Debian preseed dpkg-configure string during Unattended-Upgrades
Troubleshooting Bash Script Error with Debian preseed dpkg-configure string during Unattended-Upgrades

This article provides solutions to common errors encountered when running Bash scripts to configure various packages using Debian preseed files during Unattended-Upgrades. The focus is on resolving issues related to the dpkg-configure string.

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Automating Telegram Notifications with Bash Script on Ubuntu Server
Automating Telegram Notifications with Bash Script on Ubuntu Server

Learn how to automate Telegram notifications using a Bash script on an Ubuntu server. This tutorial covers setting up the Telegram API and creating a script to send notifications based on system data.

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FFmpeg Batch Script Not Working on Windows 11
FFmpeg Batch Script Not Working on Windows 11

A user reports that their FFmpeg batch script, which has always worked, suddenly stopped functioning on a Windows 11 machine. They have tried installing FFmpeg on another Windows 10 machine but encountered the same issue. Seek solutions to resolve the problem.

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Batch Script: Resize Image and Delete Unwanted Files in Music Folder
Batch Script: Resize Image and Delete Unwanted Files in Music Folder

Learn how to use batch scripts to automate image resizing and file deletion in a music folder. Follow these steps to optimize your media library.

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PowerShell: Number - Non-sequential Range Check Failing
PowerShell: Number - Non-sequential Range Check Failing

Learn how to handle non-sequential number check failures in PowerShell scripts.

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Automating Outlook File Movements: Script to Move Outlook Files Based on Folder Rules (Paul Jones' Example)
Automating Outlook File Movements: Script to Move Outlook Files Based on Folder Rules (Paul Jones' Example)

Learn how to automate the process of moving Outlook files to specific folders based on rules using scripts. This example demonstrates moving files for Paul Jones' account.

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Script: Recognize Filename - Create Folder, Move Files
Script: Recognize Filename - Create Folder, Move Files

Learn how to write a script to recognize filenames and create folders, then move files accordingly. This tutorial covers both Linux, Windows, and MacOS.

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Powershell Script: Creating New Users in Different Domains - manager@example.com to domain contoso.com
Powershell Script: Creating New Users in Different Domains - [email protected] to domain contoso.com

Learn how to create new users in a different Active Directory domain using a PowerShell script. This example demonstrates creating a user in domain contoso.com from a manager account in example.com.

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Automated External Hard Drive Dismounting and Mounting for Scheduled Backups
Automated External Hard Drive Dismounting and Mounting for Scheduled Backups

Learn how to automate the process of dismounting and mounting an external hard drive for scheduled backups on both Linux, Windows, and MacOS systems.

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Failed to Enable Unit: Invalid Argument systemd-enable.service - Desktop Script Issue
Failed to Enable Unit: Invalid Argument systemd-enable.service - Desktop Script Issue

Users encountering an error message 'Failed to enable unit: Invalid argument systemd-enable.service' while running a desktop script on Linux. This article explains the cause and provides a solution to the issue.

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AHK: Waiting for Multiple Keys Pressed (Missing VK, not SC)
AHK: Waiting for Multiple Keys Pressed (Missing VK, not SC)

Learn how to wait for multiple keys to be pressed in AutoHotkey using the 'Wait' function and the 'Or' operator, without using SC codes.

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Automating Program Installation with MakeTaskSchedules and Logon Scripts
Automating Program Installation with MakeTaskSchedules and Logon Scripts

Learn how to automate program installations using MakeTaskSchedules and Logon Scripts on Windows systems. This guide covers creating unattend.xml files for driver and software installations, and placing them in the Panther folder for execution during the OOBE.

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Make Active Window Obvious in Taskbar (Windows 10) using AHK Script
Make Active Window Obvious in Taskbar (Windows 10) using AHK Script

Learn how to make an active window obvioustaskbar in Windows 10 using an AutoHotkey script. Follow these steps to download and implement the script.

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Zsh: Handling Substring Change for Large Directories with MP3 Files
Zsh: Handling Substring Change for Large Directories with MP3 Files

Learn how to handle substring changes for large directories containing MP3 files using Zsh scripts.

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Automating File Transfers between Linux Server and Windows Machine using SSH and Expect Script in Crontab (Not Reliable)
Automating File Transfers between Linux Server and Windows Machine using SSH and Expect Script in Crontab (Not Reliable)

Learn how to automate file transfers between a Linux server and a Windows machine using SSH and Expect script in Crontab. This method is not always reliable due to potential Crontab job execution issues.

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Extending PostScript Font: Creating Type 3 Font Glyphs (Extraglyphs) in Standard Fonts like Courier
Extending PostScript Font: Creating Type 3 Font Glyphs (Extraglyphs) in Standard Fonts like Courier

Learn how to create custom Type 3 font glyphs (extraglyphs) in standard PostScript fonts such as Courier. This tutorial covers the process of constructing these glyphs from scratch and applying them to your projects.

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Troubleshooting SIGINT in Bash Scripts: When kill doesn't work
Troubleshooting SIGINT in Bash Scripts: When kill doesn't work

Learn how to handle SIGINT signals in Bash scripts and why the 'kill' command might not be effective in stopping a script.

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Unable to Ping Voice Servers with Nokia ONTG-2425G-A Router on Airtel Home Subscription in India
Unable to Ping Voice Servers with Nokia ONTG-2425G-A Router on Airtel Home Subscription in India

Users of Nokia ONTG-2425G-A routers on Airtel Home Subscription in India report being unable to ping voice servers for their VoIP connections. This article offers potential solutions.

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Automatically Closing Windows Script Host Dialogue Boxes in Batch Scripts: A Annoying Win10 Issue
Automatically Closing Windows Script Host Dialogue Boxes in Batch Scripts: A Annoying Win10 Issue

Users report an issue where their Win10 license keeps randomly deactivating, and a Windows Script Host dialogue box appears in batch scripts. In this article, we'll discuss the cause and provide a solution to automatically close these dialogue boxes.

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