Scott Matteson801, Author at TechRepublic

Scott Matteson801

Scott Matteson is a senior systems administrator and freelance technical writer who also performs consulting work for small organizations. He resides in the Greater Boston area with his wife and three children.

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Mobility
How to transfer Microsoft Teams calls to another device

Microsoft Teams is a Swiss Army knife of functions including calendaring, instant messaging, file sharing and conferencing. Learn how you can easily transfer your calls to another device in Teams.

Scott Matteson801
Published: October 29, 2021, 6:17 AM PDT Modified: October 27, 2021, 7:00 AM PDT Read More See more Mobility articles
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Developer
How to become an entrepreneurial engineer and create your own career path

Engineers with entrepreneurial skills can make their own careers. Both talents work together to create a business that can go as high as you want.

Scott Matteson801
Published: October 21, 2021, 1:18 PM PDT Modified: April 19, 2022, 8:21 PM PDT Read More See more Developer articles
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Networking
How to gather your vCenter inventory data with this VMware PowerShell script

Inventory reports are a common request when administering a VMware vCenter environment. Learn how this VMware PowerShell script can make such requests quick and easy.

Scott Matteson801
Published: October 7, 2021, 12:46 PM PDT Modified: October 7, 2021, 1:37 PM PDT Read More See more Networking articles
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Networking
Keep your Windows sessions alive and ready with this PowerShell script

Make sure your Windows systems are fully available and ready to roll with help from a simple PowerShell script.

Scott Matteson801
Published: October 1, 2021, 10:26 AM PDT Modified: November 1, 2022, 2:07 PM PDT Read More See more Networking articles
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Security
Why you should avoid those fun social media “tell us about yourself” questions

Social media is overflowing with quizzes, surveys and opportunities to tell the world about yourself. Learn why you should skip these to protect yourself and your identity.

Scott Matteson801
Published: September 14, 2021, 9:19 AM PDT Modified: September 11, 2021, 1:06 PM PDT Read More See more Security articles
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Security
How to utilize openssl in Linux to check SSL certificate details

SSL certificates are an integral component in securing data and connectivity to other systems. Learn tips on how you can use the Linux openssl command to find critical certificate details.

Scott Matteson801
Published: September 13, 2021, 11:04 AM PDT Modified: November 1, 2022, 12:31 PM PDT Read More See more Security articles
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Data Centers
20 steps to decommission a redundant data center facility

Decommissioning a redundant facility is a harder task than shutting down a standalone operation. Learn the appropriate steps to take to get the job done safely and reliably.

Scott Matteson801
Published: July 29, 2021, 12:07 PM PDT Modified: July 28, 2021, 5:41 AM PDT Read More See more Data Centers articles
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Security
How to prevent ransomware attacks with a zero-trust security model

Ransomware attacks are rampant, with thousands taking place every single day. Learn how a zero-trust security model can protect your organization.

Scott Matteson801
Published: July 9, 2021, 9:43 AM PDT Modified: July 9, 2021, 10:40 AM PDT Read More See more Security articles
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Data Centers
How to use a Bash script for-loop for system administration in Linux

Bash scripting is every Linux administrator's Swiss Army knife. Learn how using a for-loop in conjunction with Bash scripts can produce powerful results.

Scott Matteson801
Published: June 4, 2021, 12:06 PM PDT Modified: June 3, 2021, 4:24 AM PDT Read More See more Data Centers articles
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Mobility
How to permanently save voicemails in iOS and Android

Some voicemails need to be saved for legal, business, personal or other reasons. Find out how to do so on iOS and Android devices to safeguard these messages.

Scott Matteson801
Published: June 2, 2021, 1:06 PM PDT Modified: November 1, 2022, 12:53 PM PDT Read More See more Mobility articles