From 00d64745ef83d5226a63c7e2818e10e12896c7f7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: triciahardwick Date: Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:40:07 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add The heart of the internet --- The-heart-of-the-internet.md | 33 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 33 insertions(+) create mode 100644 The-heart-of-the-internet.md diff --git a/The-heart-of-the-internet.md b/The-heart-of-the-internet.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..613e7c2 --- /dev/null +++ b/The-heart-of-the-internet.md @@ -0,0 +1,33 @@ + + +Regardless of their mailbox size, Microsoft set a default OST size for a reason, while it can be changed, that doesn’t mean it should. If your password isn't the problem, you might have a certificate error. If so, you'll see a message that says, "There is a problem with the server's security certificate. The security certificate is not from a trusted certifying authority." Check with your email provider for instructions about how to create an app password for your email account. + +Additional Resources: + +From there, make sure that the proper calendars are selected. If none of these steps address the syncing problem, escalate the issue to the IT team. Third-party firewalls or antivirus software might prevent you from syncing your email and calendar events. + +Allow Mail and Calendar apps through Windows Firewall + +How do I fix Outlook not updating emails?

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