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In this article, I’m going to show you how to check  FSMO roles and which domain controllers (DC) hold the FSMO roles in Active Directory (AD). FSMO roles are assigned to specific domain controllers and are designed to prevent conflicts once data is replicated. You can also quickly transfer FSMO and seize FSMO roles using…

Microsoft is phasing out the legacy PPTP and L2TP VPN protocols in future Windows Server versions. The company is encouraging users to transition to more robust alternatives like SSTP and IKEv2, which offer stronger encryption and improved reliability. PPTP is an older Virtual Private Network (VPN) protocol that creates a secure tunnel for data transmission…

FSMO roles are a crucial piece in Active Directory functionality. Learn about their purpose, types, and how they work together in this guide. Windows Server Active Directory multi-master model A multi-master enabled database, such as Active Directory, provides the flexibility of allowing changes to occur at any domain controller (DC) in the enterprise, but it…

Google has launched a new file migration service in open beta, designed to simplify data transfers for its Workspace customers. This feature enables administrators to seamlessly migrate files from Microsoft OneDrive to Google Drive, supporting up to 100 users simultaneously. This new file migration service enables administrators to move all data (including files and folders)…

Personal Data Encryption (PDE) protects sensitive information from unauthorized access. Microsoft introduced the feature with Windows 11, version 22H2, but it hasn’t received a lot of fanfare. This article explains PDE, how it works, and why it might be needed in addition to BitLocker. What is Personal Data Encryption (PDE)? Personal Data Encryption (PDE) is…

Microsoft is planning to add support for Windows Defender Application Control for Business in Windows Server 2025. This security feature enables administrators to create a list of trusted applications and drivers that are allowed to run on devices within the organization. Microsoft has provided a set of default security policies for Windows Server 2025 that…

Microsoft is about to add a new calendar experience to its Teams desktop app, offering users the chance to opt-in starting this November. The new calendar will feature advanced tools for scheduling, meeting creation, and multitasking. “The new calendar in Teams combines rich productivity features and the latest innovations like Microsoft Copilot, to help users…

Microsoft has started rolling out an update that adds Offline support to its new Outlook for Windows client. This new feature allows users to open and restart the app without requiring an internet connection. Microsoft originally introduced offline mode for its new Outlook for Windows application in June 2024. When this feature is enabled, the…

Microsoft’s latest edition of the Cyber Signals report sheds light on the escalating cybersecurity threats facing educational institutions. It delves into the tactics, origins, and capabilities of cybercriminals targeting the sector while offering practical recommendations to help organizations strengthen their security defenses. According to Microsoft, this report draws on telemetry data from Defender for Office…

Microsoft has provided a detailed overview of the latest features and capabilities for Entra customers, focusing on improvements in security, identity modernization, and more. These updates aim to streamline operations while strengthening protection and adaptability for organizations. Security improvements In June, Microsoft announced that it would require multifactor authentication (MFA) for all Azure sign-ins beginning…

A simple (non-complex) Active Directory password (AD) is vulnerable to hacking and exploitation. Requiring complex passwords in your Active Directory password policy increases the effectiveness of passwords exponentially – each additional special character you require in your users’ passwords makes them ultimately impervious to brute-force attacks. Going back to the 2000s, Excel’s simple workbook-protected passwords…

Microsoft released yesterday the October 2024 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month, the company released 117 patches to fix vulnerabilities in Windows, Office, and other components. Microsoft is reminding customers that several versions of Windows 11 have reached the end of support this month. These include Windows 11 version 22H2…