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Breaking Free from VPNs: How Entra Private Access is Revolutionizing Secure Remote Work

Breaking 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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Unlock Secure and Effortless Authentication with Microsoft Entra ID Temporary Access Pass (TAP)

Unlock Secure and Effortless Authentication with Microsoft Entra ID Temporary Access Pass (TAP) In my continuous journey of exploring how Microsoft solutions enhance security, I’ve found that Microsoft Entra ID’s Temporary Access Pass (TAP) is a game-changer for simplifying authentication processes. TAP is designed to help users onboard, recover access, or transition to passwordless authentication…

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How to Enable and Manage File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) in Microsoft Cloud Environments

Unlocking the Power of File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) with Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint As part of Microsoft’s continuous efforts to enhance cloud security, the integration of File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) has entered public preview under Defender for Servers Plan 2. This September 2024 release…

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How to Secure Domain Controllers with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Unlock Enhanced Protection for Domain Controllers with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) has introduced an exciting new feature that allows organizations to enable security settings management for domain controllers, offering unprecedented control over these critical assets. This capability, currently in preview, provides a streamlined approach to securing domain controllers and helps…

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Azure Virtual Desktop User Session Insights Workbook

Azure Virtual Desktop User Session Insights Workbook Understanding user activity and session health is essential for optimizing any Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment. The User Session Insights Workbook in Azure Monitor provides detailed insights into user sessions, helping administrators monitor performance, troubleshoot connection issues, and enhance overall user experience. How to Access the User Session…

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Strengthening Security Across Managed Customers with Microsoft 365 Lighthouse

Strengthening Security Across Managed Customers with Microsoft 365 Lighthouse As managed service providers (MSPs) and managed security service providers (MSSPs) continue to grow their portfolios, managing multiple customers across diverse environments can become complex and time-consuming. One of the most critical elements in this management landscape is ensuring that security baselines are consistently applied, monitored,…

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Understanding Azure Policy: Definitions, Assignments, Exemptions, Policies, and Initiatives

Understanding Azure Policy: Definitions, Assignments, Exemptions, Policies, and Initiatives In today’s rapidly growing cloud environments, governance and compliance are critical to ensuring that your resources are managed efficiently and securely. Azure Policy provides a robust framework to define and enforce organizational standards and assess compliance at scale. In this blog, we will explore the foundational…

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How to Configure SFTP in Microsoft Azure

How to Configure SFTP in Microsoft Azure In today’s fast-paced digital world, securely transferring files between systems is crucial for many businesses. Whether you’re sharing sensitive documents, migrating data between servers, or collaborating on projects, SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) ensures that your data is transmitted securely over encrypted channels. But while SFTP offers robust…

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Guide to Setting up Azure File Share and Connecting via Private Endpoint

Guide to Setting up Azure File Share and Connecting via Private Endpoint Azure File Share is a managed file storage service in the cloud that provides the ability to mount file shares across your network or connect to them securely via private endpoints. Connecting through a private endpoint ensures that your data remains within your…

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How to Create a New Host Pool in Nerdio Manager for Azure Virtual Desktop

How to Create a New Host Pool in Nerdio Manager for Azure Virtual Desktop Creating a new host pool is one of the essential steps in setting up your Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment using Nerdio Manager. After creating your desktop images, you can easily configure and deploy host pools. Host pools are collections of…

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Blog Post Series: Getting Started with Nerdio in Microsoft Azure

Blog Post Series: Getting Started with Nerdio in Microsoft Azure Part 1: Setting Up Nerdio from the Azure Marketplace Introduction: What is Nerdio and Why is it Amazing? Nerdio has quickly become a game-changer for IT professionals managing cloud environments, especially when it comes to Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). In a world where businesses are…

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How to Disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) on an Azure Virtual Machine Using Azure Run Command

How to Disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) on an Azure Virtual Machine Using Azure Run Command In some situations, administrators may need to disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) on Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), especially when troubleshooting Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) access issues or enabling compatibility with older systems that do not support NLA. While NLA…

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