Category: Windows 11

  • Exploring the New Group Policy Settings in Windows 11 23H2

    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.…

  • A Step-by-Step Guide to Connecting VPN Before Windows Logon

    A Step-by-Step Guide to Connecting VPN Before Windows Logon

    The built-in VPN client in Windows, by default, does not let you connect to the VPN server before the user signs in. This poses a challenge for Active Directory-linked computers that connect to the domain network via VPN. Users can log into their systems using stored domain credentials and then establish a VPN connection. However,…

  • A Comprehensive Guide to Utilizing WPAD (Web Proxy Auto-Discovery Protocol) on Windows

    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…