Windows Server

This article delves into the essentials of setting up and activating a Windows KMS Server (Key Management Service), a crucial component for managing the volume activation of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products in on-premises (Active Directory) enterprise environments. Introduction – What is Windows KMS Server? The Key Management Service in Windows Server is…

Robocopy is a powerful command-line tool for Windows that allows users to synchronize files and folders from one location to another. Learn more about everything you can do with Robocopy here. What is Robocopy? Robocopy stands for “Robust File Copy.” It is a powerful (and potentially scary) command-line utility to copy or move files from…

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue causing Remote Desktop sessions to freeze under specific conditions on Windows Server 2025 machines. The company detailed on the Windows Release Health Dashboard that this problem stems from a security update released on February 11. Remote desktop sessions allow users to access and control a computer from a different…

Are you looking to get your hands on the latest Windows Server 2025 ISO for evaluation or deployment? In this blog post, we’ll walk you through three easy methods to download the Windows Server 2025 ISO: from the Microsoft Evaluation Center, from the M365 Admin Center website, and from the Windows Insider program website. Whether…

Struggling with how to fix Windows Update errors, stuck downloads, or failed installations? You’re not alone. This comprehensive guide will walk you through step-by-step solutions to troubleshoot and fix Windows Update problems. Whether you’re dealing with error codes, slow updates, or a completely broken update system, this guide is sure to assist you in your…

Diskpart is a powerful command-line utility in Windows that allows users to manage their hard drive, disks, partitions, and volumes with precision and control. This article covers key commands, syntax, and best practices to help you manage your storage devices effectively on any version of Windows. How to access Diskpart Diskpart is accessed from the…

Microsoft has issued a fix to address a bug impacting Windows Server 2022 machines with two or more NUMA nodes. The company has acknowledged that this issue previously caused these systems to fail during startup. What is NUMA? Non-Uniform Memory Access (NUMA) is a memory architecture used in multiprocessor systems where the time it takes…

In this post, I will demonstrate how to perform an in-place upgrade to Windows Server 2025 from one of your existing Windows Servers. Reminder: Microsoft fully supports in-place upgrades to Windows Server 2025 from Windows Server 2012 R2 and later versions. In this article, I’ll show you how to perform the upgrade from the command…

Hotpatching is a powerful feature in Windows Server 2025 that allows administrators to apply security updates and patches without requiring a system reboot, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation. This article provides an overview of how to enable Windows Server 2025 Hotpatching. We’ll cover prerequisites, step-by-step instructions, best practices, and troubleshooting tips. What is Windows…

In this guide I’ll show you how to install the Azure Arc agent on Windows Server using the Azure Portal onboarding flow and PowerShell scripts. You’ll also learn about the Azure Connected Machine Agent (CMA), tray icon visibility, proxy configurations, and advanced troubleshooting techniques. For those managing hybrid environments with Linux, don’t miss my complementary article on Installing Azure Arc Agent on Linux to achieve a unified management strategy….

At their Ignite 2024 tech conference this week, Microsoft announced a restructuring of sorts for Windows Server Management features and SKUs and brought them under Azure Arc. They are advertising the features as a ‘free add-on’ bundle for companies utilizing Windows Server Pay as you Go, or active Software Assurance (SA) agreements. This is why…

Windows Server 2025, which launched in public preview earlier this year, is now generally available for commercial customers. The latest version comes with a set of new features to enhance performance and security, including hotpatching support, expanded Active Directory capabilities, and advanced security configurations. Customers will be able to perform in-place upgrades right back to…