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How do you add a new domain controller (DC) to your existing Active Directory (AD) domain? In this post, I will show you how to quickly add a new DC to AD. This article applies to: Windows Server 2025, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2016 Check the domain and forest functional…

In this guide, I’ll show you how to add a new forest to your existing Active Directory environment. There may be compliance or security requirements dictating you add a new forest. This article applies to: Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025. However, just a note, you can add…

In this guide I’ll show you how to add a child domain to an existing forest. If you have, for example, contoso.com as your single Active Directory forest domain, you may want to add some logical separation. You can add a child domain, corp.contoso.com, to your forest during the DC promotion wizard. This article applies…

Microsoft has introduced in-app notifications to inform users when they’re using an outdated version of the Microsoft Teams desktop client. Starting this week, these alerts will encourage users to update to the latest version for improved performance and security. In December, Microsoft Teams desktop clients that haven’t been updated in 90 days will display a…

Microsoft is getting ready to raise prices on Teams Phone and Power BI subscriptions. The company is also introducing a new monthly billing option for commercial customers with annual Microsoft 365 Copilot contracts. Starting April 1, 2025, Microsoft will raise the price of Teams Phone subscriptions for both new and existing commercial customers. The Teams…

This guide explores the PowerShell Trim methods in detail, with real-world examples and practical tips on how to use each method effectively in PowerShell scripts. Effective string handling in PowerShell is a cornerstone of clean, efficient scripting, especially when handling user input, log data, or file paths. In PowerShell scripting, precision in string manipulation is vital for cross-platform efficiency, making methods like Trim, TrimStart, and TrimEnd indispensable tools for…

Microsoft released yesterday the November 2024 Patch Tuesday updates for all supported versions of Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month, the company has fixed a total of 89 Windows vulnerabilities, with eight of them more likely to be exploited by attackers. 89 vulnerabilities fixed in the November 2024 Patch Tuesday updates Among the 89…

VMware has announced that VMware Fusion and Workstation are now available for free to all commercial, educational, and personal users. Starting this week, these virtualization tools will no longer require a paid subscription, making them accessible to a broader audience. VMware Workstation is available for both Windows and Linux, and it’s designed to help customers…

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new phishing campaign enabling threat actors to deploy a modified variant of the Remcos RAT (Remote Access Trojan). This new malware grants cybercriminals complete control over infected Windows devices. Researchers at Fortinet’s FortiGuard Labs report that this phishing campaign begins with an email designed to lure victims into clicking on…

Microsoft has resolved an issue that unexpectedly upgraded certain instances of Windows Server 2019 and 2022 to Windows Server 2025. The company acknowledged the problem on the Windows Release Health Dashboard over the weekend. On November 1, Microsoft announced the general availability of Windows Server 2025. The new version includes enhanced security for Active Directory,…

Workplace Ninjas UK 2025, scheduled for June 16-17, 2025, at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a conference tailored for IT Pros and security experts seeking to deepen their knowledge across Microsoft 365, Intune, ConfigMgr, Microsoft Defender, and the revolutionary AI-powered Microsoft 365 Copilot. This two-day event presents a robust lineup…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of Windows app support for Microsoft Intune Mobile Application Management (MAM) on iOS/iPadOS. The company has also released a preview of Remote Desktop support for MAM on Android devices. Microsoft Intune Mobile Application Management (MAM) enables organizations to manage and secure their data within mobile apps. This feature is…