Category: Active Directory
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Using PowerShell Script to Assess Windows 11 Hardware Compatibility
In this article, we’ll examine how to employ Microsoft’s official HardwareReadiness.ps1 PowerShell script to run a bulk Windows 11 hardware compatibility check on domain computers. This script ascertains that the computer meets the following minimum criteria to run Windows 11: A compatible x64 processor (complete list of supported CPUs) At least 4 GB of RAM…
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How to Configure DNS Scavenging for Cleaning Up Stale DNS Records in Active Directory
Two unique features of Windows Server DNS enable automated deletion of obsolete DNS records in Active Directory: DNS Aging – facilitates the determination of the age of a dynamically registered DNS record (the time difference between the last timestamp and the current time). DNS Scavenging – autonomously eliminates outdated dynamic DNS that hasn’t been used…
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A Deep Dive into MaxPowerSoft Active Directory Reports
MaxPowerSoft Active Directory Reports generates various types of reports, eliminating the need to create PowerShell scripts to retrieve Active Directory data manually. In this review, I will elaborate on the key functionalities of the AD Reporting tool that are most beneficial. The AD Reporting Tool’s user interface resembles a Microsoft product, and you can customize…
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How to Add an Azure AD Group to Your Local Administrator Group: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide will explore adding an Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) group to the local administrator’s group. This will empower Azure AD group members to conduct tasks needing administrator permissions on Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers. The progression to LocalUsersandGroups policy From the release of Windows 10 version 20H2, Microsoft suggests using the LocalUsersandGroups…
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The Procedure for Unlocking User Accounts in Active Directory
A user account lockout in a domain is one of the most popular reasons why users contact the technical support team. In most cases, the lockout is caused either by a user forgetting their password or by an application trying to use a previous (saved) password for authentication after the user has changed it. Account…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Migrating Microsoft Entra Connect (Azure AD Connect) to a New Server
Microsoft Entra Connect, formerly named Azure AD Connect, is an on-premises application used to synchronize your local Active Directory objects to Microsoft Entra ID, also known as Azure AD. This post will guide you through the process of migrating Microsoft Entra Connect to a new server. As you may be aware, Microsoft has recently rebranded…
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Reviewing SystoLOCK: Multi-Factor Authentication for Active Directory Without Passwords
SystoLOCK presents a sturdy route to boost security using multi-factor authentication (MFA) without requiring passwords in an Active Directory ecosystem. Unlike various other methods, SystoLOCK doesn’t require cloud services. This solution brings about ease similar to smartcard-based authentication, nullifying the requirement for intricate password management. Furthermore, SystoLOCK provides the functionality for users to securely log…
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Get Your Free Microsoft Entra ID App Security Assessment with ENow AppGov Score Today!
Many organizations are behind the curve in understanding their SaaS applications and governance. Indeed, SaaS applications and SaaS app governance can pose a serious challenge for many IT admins, particularly in terms of visibility and control. ENow has launched a free assessment tool named AppGov Score that calculates the governance state of Microsoft Entra ID…
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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.…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Utilizing WPAD (Web Proxy Auto-Discovery Protocol) on Windows
The WPAD (Web Proxy Auto-Discovery) protocol provides an easy solution for proxy settings configuration on the network clients. WPAD is designed such that a client can utilize DHCP and/or DNS to locate a web server within your network holding a PAC configuration file with proxy settings (http://yourdomain/wpad.dat). Create Proxy Auto-Discovery File (wpad.dat) A distinctive PAC…