Understanding Azure Backup Immutable Vault: Security, Benefits, and Challenges Introduction Data security and resilience are at the core of any modern IT strategy. Microsoft Azure offers several mechanisms to ensure business continuity, one of which is the Immutable Vault for Azure Backup. This feature is designed to protect backup data from accidental or malicious deletion…
Leave a CommentOffboarding from Microsoft Security Copilot: A Step-by-Step Guide In the first part of this series, we explored how to set up Microsoft Security Copilot. In this installment, we’ll focus on the offboarding process for Microsoft Security Copilot. Microsoft Security Copilot has empowered your organization to tackle cyber threats with the speed and precision of AI.…
Leave a CommentGetting Started with Microsoft Security Copilot What is Microsoft Security Copilot? Microsoft Security Copilot is an innovative generative AI security tool designed to help organizations protect themselves from cyber threats. By combining AI-powered capabilities with Microsoft’s extensive security ecosystem, Security Copilot enables IT and security professionals to detect and respond to threats, process security signals,…
Leave a CommentUnderstanding Unsecure Domain Configurations in Microsoft 365 As we kick off 2025, it’s timek to revisit an often overlooked but critical aspect of Microsoft 365 security: unsecure domain configurations. In this post, we’ll dive into what these configurations are, the risks they pose, and how you can address them to fortify your environment. Let’s get…
Leave a CommentCreating a Golden Image for Azure Virtual Desktop: A Step-by-Step Guide Setting up Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) can be a game-changer for IT management, allowing you to deliver a secure, consistent desktop experience to users anywhere. At the core of a streamlined AVD deployment is the golden image—a template virtual machine (VM) configured with everything…
Leave a CommentMicrosoft’s Windows Server Management enabled by Azure Arc brings cutting-edge capabilities to organizations leveraging Windows Server licenses with active Software Assurance or subscription licenses. This blog post will walk you through the core benefits, requirements, and a step-by-step activation guide, both via the Azure Portal. Why Enable Windows Server Management via Azure Arc? Enabling Windows…
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Microsoft Phases Out WSUS: Embracing Modern Update Management with Azure Arc, Intune, and Azure Update Manager Microsoft’s recent decision to deprecate Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) marks a major shift for IT administrators who have relied on it for years to manage updates. WSUS will still be available and functional in Windows Server 2025, but…
Leave a CommentConnecting Non-Azure AD Joined Devices to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD): Adding RDP Properties for Seamless Access In a typical Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) setup, Windows and non-Windows clients need specific configurations to connect successfully if they aren’t Azure AD joined to the same tenant as the AVD virtual machines. For Windows clients that aren’t joined…
Introducing Working Time Management in Microsoft Intune (Quiet Time): Prioritizing Employee Well-being in Shift-Based Roles The boundary between personal time and work hours has grown increasingly thin, especially with mobile access to work apps like Microsoft Teams. This is particularly challenging for shift-based employees in healthcare, retail, and logistics. With Microsoft Intune’s new Working Time…
Leave a CommentResolving Unexpected Windows 11 Multi-Session License Key Changes in Azure Virtual Desktop with PowerShell Automation I recently encountered a unique issue within my Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment running Windows 11 Enterprise Multi-Session. This problem specifically arose in the EASTUS region, where the product key on some session hosts unexpectedly changed from Windows 11 Enterprise…
Leave a CommentStreamline Your Workflow with Windows 365 Boot: Direct Cloud PC Access on Startup Imagine starting your day by powering on your device and immediately being logged into your Cloud PC. No more lengthy logins or waiting for everything to sync. Windows 365 Boot makes this a reality by allowing users to skip the local machine…
Leave a CommentBreaking Free from VPNs: How Entra Private Access is Revolutionizing Secure Remote Work “Never trust, always verify.” Let’s face it: remote work isn’t going anywhere. What started as a temporary solution has become the new normal for businesses around the world. But here’s the catch—while we’ve all adjusted to working from coffee shops, home offices,…
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