Category: Group Policy
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How to Configure the Start Menu of Windows 11 Using Group Policy
One of the most noticeable innovations of Windows 11 is the redesigned Start menu. This changes not only its appearance but also its technical foundations. However, the settings in the Group Policy have remained mainly the same, so it is unclear which ones still apply. The Start menu consists of two pages: the one you…
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Step-by-Step Guide to Configure Firefox Proxy Settings Using Group Policy
If you desire to manage the proxy settings of the Mozilla browser in a network in a centralized way, there exists an applicable Group Policy. Different from Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, Firefox has the potential to not only obtain the proxy configuration from Windows directly but also through GPO. Within numerous organizations, users access…
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Exploring the New Security Features in Windows Server 2025: Spotlight on File Services (SMB, NTLM)
The announced support for SMB over QUIC in all editions of Windows Server 2025 marks a significant advancement for the file services role. Additionally, the forthcoming LTSC server release introduces several new strategies devised to boost the security of traditional SMB over TCP or RDMA. One primary benefit of SMB over QUIC is its outstanding…
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Steps to Disable Copilot and Block ChatGPT on Windows and Edge Using Group Policy and Defender
Microsoft has integrated AI features under the brand Copilot into almost all of its products, including Windows and the Edge browser. For businesses that haven’t developed an AI strategy yet, these consumer versions of Copilot are often undesired. Fortunately, they can be blocked using group policies. In principle, the potential of generative AI for many…
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Tailoring and Implementing the Windows 11 Taskbar: A Guide on Using GPO or Intune
Organizations have the ability to control the look of the Windows taskbar on every networked computer, mainly by pinning vital applications. Administrators achieve this by setting up the applications in an XML file that is then distributed to each terminal using GPO or Microsoft Intune. Pinning important company applications isn’t the only reason for taskbar…
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Exploring the New Group Policy Settings in Windows 11 23H2
Windows 11 23H2 introduces a range of new Group Policy settings. These target new features like Dev Drive and extend the management options for existing components. The corresponding ADMX templates are already available for download, as is the setting reference spreadsheet. Most of the innovations in Windows 11 23H2 complement existing features with new functionalities.…