22Feb
Two-Factor Authentication vs. One-Time-Password (OTP) – difference and correlation
The terms two-factor authentication and one-time password are often used synonymously, even by industry leaders. This is actually wrong. There are differences, but also dependencies between the two terms.
19Feb
WordPress database very large, table WP_OPTIONS huge
My WordPress database suddenly blocked 920 MB disk space. The table “wp_options” alone had grown to 600 MB. A simple optimization of the table on database level solves the problem.
18Feb
After Windows 10 Upgrade: Black desktop, Start menu doesn’t open, programs don’t start
After upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 10, the PC is no longer usable. Programs cannot be opened, the Start menu in the taskbar does not respond, the screen is black. Don’t panic, this can be fixed.
18Feb
Nikon Z6 and Z7 get eye autofocus for animals with firmware 3.0
Nikon has released firmware version 3.0 for the Z6 and Z7 today. In addition to animal eye recognition, the update provides support for Lexar CFExpress memory cards. There are also new features for the Z50.
17Feb
Photos and videos deleted from SD card – what now?
On a trip we are asked by local authorities and military police to delete the contents of our SD cards – apparently we were filming in a security zone. In this guide we describe how we can still recover the data.
16Feb
Artificial intelligence creates your logo
At the graphic service provider “designhill” an AI creates logos. How good are the results and do graphic designers now have to fear for their work?
15Feb
If you film in portrait mode, you’re stupid.
Do you know why cinema screens have a 16:9 format? Because our eyes are side by side and not on top of each other. So turn your smartphone over. And while we’re at it: no one wants to be looking at your 40-second shaky concert recording in four years. So leave the phone in your pocket and enjoy the moment.
10Feb
Knot for sport boat driving licence learning: Now in practical learning set
When I made the sport boat driving licences myself, I still had to buy the ropes, lines and cleats expensive in the hardware store. Today there is a ready set with explanation of all needed knots.
10Feb
Lightweight but safe: Mavic Pro 2 drone Transportation during trekking and backpacking
Those who are on the way as backpackers or hikers are happy about every gram that they do not have to carry. But how do we transport a video drone like the Mavic 2 Pro without sacrificing too much storage space and weight?
09Feb
What does it mean “App cannot be opened because the developer cannot be verified.”
On my blog or on Youtube I recommend programs for the Mac from time to time. Sometimes concerned users contact me if the software does not come from a verified developer and the Mac does not want to run it without further ado. There is very little danger, because especially smaller developers just want to save the money for the expensive verification.
04Feb
Centrally manage and internationalize Amazon Affiliate Links
With geni.us there is now a possibility to automatically forward your Amazon affiliate links to the right international marketplace for the visitor. Furthermore, you can manage your affiliate links centrally in one interface. Gone are the days when we had to change expired links among dozens of youtube videos and republish a shitload of links to the different country sites.
01Feb
The Transrapid technology is rotting away in Emsland
In Emsland we visited the remains of the abandoned Transrapid test track Emsland (TVE). The former high technology had the potential to revolutionize passenger transport. Find out what has happened to it in the video.
