Rick Cogley

Audit Your SvelteKit Codebase with a JSON Feed of 34 Svelte 5 Patterns 34 actionable Svelte 5 patterns in a JSON Feed with grep-friendly search signatures. Point an AI coding assistant at the feed to audit any SvelteKit codebase… https://cogley.jp/articles/svelte-patterns-feed-ai-codebase-audits

Critical PHP flaws: five questions to ask your web team today Two critical PHP vulnerabilities let attackers run their own code on unpatched web servers, and Japan's Prime Minister has urged site owners to act... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/e… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M5GKP4187RJ2DWXHQFHB1NE8

Beyond File Explorer: Better File Managers for Windows File Explorer does the basics, but if you move files around all day, a dual-pane file manager saves a surprising amount of effort. Here are the Win... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M5AKDTYHKBNFP8DHZ8Q5B5EQ

Stay Focused While Working from Home! How to Create a Comfortable Digital Environment Struggling with eye strain, shoulder pain, or lack of focus while working from home? Discover IT-based tips such as monitor setup, standing desks, ... ☕ htt… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M4RKGY5MR89RNXQ0VNA4WY3X

The Hidden Dangers of Email Attachments Explains the risks of ZIP bombs and macro viruses hidden in email attachments. Provides easy-to-understand guidance for beginners on how to spot th... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20261006-email… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M46JR5V1GREXR4MNAQF6AWTP

Understanding the runas Command - Running Apps with Another Account Without Logging Off Learn how to use the Windows runas command to run apps or admin consoles with admin rights only when needed, while working mainly as a standard user. ☕ h… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M3MH2Y4X6ZT59JM48SEJJFNV

Keyboard Layout History and the Role of Function Keys Explains the different types of keyboard layouts, the differences between Japanese and English keyboards, and the functions of the F1–F12 keys. Als... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M32H5ZPX9WF3PEH0K54Y9D3V

If Win + V Is Not Enough: Clipboard Managers for Windows Copy, paste, and lose it a moment later. A clipboard manager keeps a history so you can go back — here are the Windows options, and the security qu... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/pos… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M30JGDGHSXRRA8G9WKH0TGMZ

This Is Your First Step to Saving Time! Essential Shortcuts You Can Use Starting Today Discover useful shortcut keys for Windows and Office 365 to enhance productivity and streamline your workflow, starting today! ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7YXKF0SZ71HQQA9WFTC0

Telework Offensive! It's not just a welfare matter; moving toward a practical telework offensive ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20180416-telework-offensive_en/ (Japanese version also available on the blog.) https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN81GWNKJ1RV9ZGW8ET25P

Are you doing Clear Desk and Clear Screen? A quick security tip about the importance of keeping clear desk / clear screen in mind. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250226-are-you-doing-clear-desk-and-clear-screen-en/ (Japanese version… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN808S0FWXVAP24XMKDMC5

Simple Maintenance Tips to keep your PC running smoothly By performing simple maintenance regularly, you can maintain your PC's performance and use it smoothly. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250408-simple-maintenance-tips-en/ (Japan… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7XG9Y7QM11YAMZ303BM4

How to Fix Outlook Calendar Sync Issues Here are some methods to help resolve outlook calendar sync problems and ensure smoother scheduling. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250408-outlook-calendar-sync-issues-en/ (Japanese version als… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7W6WM2STZAYR4D4CN8HF

Tips for how to check your laptop battery health on Windows How to check your laptop battery health on Windows using a simple command line technique ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250411-check-battery-health-en/ (Japanese version als… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7SM4H6FZ7CC830BBWF3X

UTP Cable? Cat Cable? RJ45 Connector? Admin asks AI about IT terminology What are the "UTP cable", "Cat cable" and “RJ-45 Connector” that are often seen on estimates for LAN cabling construction? Our admin team was curio... ☕ https://esolia.c… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7TVHKTNE7CQHB3JZA8PS

My Computer Froze! 7 Easy Fixes for Beginners Here are seven easy fixes that beginners can try when their computer suddenly stops responding. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250412-my-computer-froze-7-easy-fixes-for-beginners-en/ (Jap… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7R7ZPMYXTBFRGJQ3MN5G

Must-Read for IT Managers! How to Strengthen Password Management in Your Company Enhance your company's password management with practical strategies. Learn about MFA, password policies, and password managers to improve security... ☕ https://… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7PTJEYJQP164P4MEY6NQ

Unable to Open Files After Migrating to SharePoint Online? Comprehensive Guide to Causes and Solutions! Part1 Files won't open after migrating to SharePoint Online? In this article, we explain the differences in SPO's folder structure, URL lim… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7NF012DMDJWDGQYF14ZM

Files Won’t Open After Migrating to SharePoint Online! Part 2 Learn how to prevent file access errors in SharePoint Online by using metadata management instead of deep folder structures. Boost searchability an... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/e… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7M540JRFEFYHZGMPD95P

When Your PC Gets Soaked Learn what to do (and what not to do) when your PC gets wet, and how to report it properly to your IT department. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250716-when-your-pc-gets-soaked-en/ (Japanese version also avai… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7JTXNAMTPQ66PPF8XHKF

2025 Edition Telework Offensive Telework is here to stay. As return-to-office trends grow, this 2025 edition reflects on the value of remote work and explores how IT professionals... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250910-proactive-tel… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7A01M2YD40QWA1B99V69

Practical AI for Everyday Life: How I Use ChatGPT ChatGPT is a tool that can be used in a wide range of situations. I’d like to share some of the ways I personally use it. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250723-practical-ai-for-everyda… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7HJ0GQANSREJKZ11SQFW

3 Easy Ways to Take a Screenshot Instantly Learn the difference between Snipping Tool, Win + Shift + S, and PrintScreen. This post shows you 3 quick and handy ways to take screenshots and im... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250730-3-… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7G2RPVG1C7MQFQCGV0FG

What is Microsoft Copilot? We introduce the basics of Microsoft Copilot, its pricing plans, how to use the free version, and examples of how it can be used effectively. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250822-what-is-microsoft-copilot-e… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7D4E981AF4A33NHP7MDF

Picking up Teams calls while using Cisco IP Communicator How to solve the conflict between Cisco IP communicator & Microsoft Teams ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250806-receive-teams-call-with-cisco-ip-communicator-en/ (Japanese vers… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7EP46BV19RRZJ72DMGJ6

Make the Most of OneDrive! Clearly Understand the Difference from SharePoint A beginner-friendly guide that clearly explains the differences between OneDrive and SharePoint. From the basics to practical tips for improving wo... ☕ https://esol… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7B8A8WK7B4VEA83A50ZJ

What to Do When Your Monitor Won’t Display: Troubleshooting Tips from IT Support Having trouble with your monitor not displaying? This guide walks you through real-world IT support steps to fix common screen issues—starting with... ☕ https://… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6ZAFG1KXA59TYKREJ6Z5

How to Fix a PC That Won’t Connect to the Internet Your PC suddenly can't connect to the internet? Neither Wi-Fi nor Ethernet is working? This article explains specific recovery steps, including how... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/202… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN78P4WYJTQ9ECNAA7347R

How to Spot Phishing Emails We'll explain how even beginners can recognize phishing emails starting today! ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20251023-how-to-spot-phishing-emails-en/ (Japanese version also available on the blog.) https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN778MXPMFADQ8KV2KFDY8

A Tip for the issue where online folders are not visible due to Windows Sync Center The reason why files that should be visible aren’t showing up might be the Sync Center. This article clearly explains how to check and fix issues w... ☕ https… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN75X9QAAHBEG43R37DYMM

What is PDF? How is it related to Adobe Acrobat? We will explore the basics of PDFs and their relationship with Adobe Acrobat. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260106-what-is-pdf-en/ (Japanese version also available on the blog.) https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN720QVES9SFYBAKQ7X7TJ

Microsoft Teams Webinar: Essentials & Best Practices What is the webinar feature in Microsoft Teams? This article clearly explains the basics of using Teams Webinars, along with key tips for making th... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/2… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN73AKZ8YPRKFPGRXDYBMZ

Must-Know Windows 11 Features After the Upgrade Discover useful new features to explore after upgrading to Windows 11. This beginner-friendly guide covers clipboard history, snap layouts, File Ex... ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/202511… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN74MDCJDY1N4RF4Y9SX7R

Small Digital Detox Habits Introducing simple and sustainable digital detox tips practiced by an IT professional—find your perfect balance with technology. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260122-digital-detox-habits-en/ (Japanese ver… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN70N978XP3NVYSHEDR8AD

Is it safe to just yank your USB device? Is “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” still necessary? ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260526-remove-usb-device-en/ (Japanese version also available on the blog.) https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6RH5YWBZ80YV8558CE5J

How Should You Manage Your Passwords? We’ll look at how to manage passwords safely, and how to create stronger, harder-to-guess passwords — even for beginners. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260302-manage-your-passwords-en/ (Japanes… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6XZMYNGZ5APQYZ738K5P

Let’s share your data using OneDrive! This article clearly explains how to securely and easily share files using Microsoft 365 OneDrive. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/2026406-using-onedrive-en/ (Japanese version also available on the… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6VAJ6SQ3CY5XCT6CVFRZ

Introducing Acrobat Standard features for use in administrative departments From differences with Acrobat Reader to useful features and comparison with Acrobat Pro ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260323-acrobat-standard-en/ (Japanese… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6WMF7WG7AM0C4HZ31EZS

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true value of IT project managers? Using Tokyo Station as a metaphor, this article explores how IT professionals coordinate, decide, an... ☕ https://es… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6SVAJD8WYSMKM72F3DSB

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server? we’ll give a gentle and beginner-friendly explanation of the term “server,” which you might know the sound of, but not fully understand. ☕ https://esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260623-what-is-a-se… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6Q4QK2AQCQPAG3JPVA8Y

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to configure Dell Optiplex BIOS settings so that your PC automatically powers on after power loss or updates. Includes a real-world case ... ☕ https://e… https://cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6N1FFAPWDM3TH1AK4XB9

This morning at about 5:30 I drove Maru to the big park he likes for his walk. FM Yokohama had a fishing report on, which went into great detail about what fish people are catching on what vessel, how large the catch is, what bait or lures are… https://cogley.jp/posts/01KYXQZ0144VNPV07K4N14SQCD

I’m sitting in the barber shop and, what, angine de poitrine is on the normal-ass radio. https://cogley.jp/posts/01KYE5Q3SYBX5V6RVG5Q1ZD6N9

Updated my Japan Shoes article to include a photo of my new weatherproof shoes from Moonstar, which were great during the long 'tsuyu' rainy season this year. Check it out if you like Japanese-made shoes. ❄️ https://cogley.jp/posts/01KXA4HZF9393P2MT1NBFHJ66D

I updated my Migrate to Svelte app to show the latest and greatest. If you're using or thinking about switching to Svelte and Sveltekit, check it out! https://cogley.jp/posts/01KX8EKGNPE9E1Y42XM2531NWV

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to configure Dell Optiplex BIOS settings so that your PC automatically powers on after power loss or updates. Includes a real-world case ... ☕ https://b… https://cogley.jp/posts/01KWC9VRVJRJ5S7RJYFK65KM41

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server? we’ll give a gentle and beginner-friendly explanation of the term “server,” which you might know the sound of, but not fully understand. ☕ https://blog.esolia.pro/en/posts/20260623-what-is-a-ser… https://cogley.jp/posts/01KVSHWXNYK7D48ZBXVMPJFDN0

So I read in the Japan Times that APA hotels are going to expand internationally starting with North America. Will the rooms still be furnished with the revisionist, nationalist and racist literature? 👎 https://cogley.jp/posts/01KT2PWSP9GB7BTZD2364NQVRT

Is it safety to remove USB device? Is “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” still necessary? ☕ https://blog.esolia.pro/en/posts/20260526-remove-usb-device-en/ (Japanese version also available on the blog.) https://cogley.jp/posts/01KSHGGM8WAWA1T4NS7RDPZDWH

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true value of IT project managers? Using Tokyo Station as a metaphor, this article explores how IT professionals coordinate, decide, an... ☕ https://bl… https://cogley.jp/posts/01KRJJX06WZ3H8KJHQKH87XH5V

Starz “Amadeus” starring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany was well done, and satisfyingly operatic. ☕ https://cogley.jp/posts/01KR6AG6Z2WBPW9G4AZK2CH0Y2