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Utilizing WSL: How to Launch Linux Apps on Windows and Windows Apps on Linux, and Access Ext4 and NTFS
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) strives to unite the open-source operating system with Windows, diminishing the distinction for users between the two. A significant part of this effort is the capacity to interact with either operating system’s file system and launch programs from either system. Looking from a technical perspective, WSL 2 employs a…
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Understanding Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Kubernetes
In a previous post in this Kubernetes guide, you learned about deploying stateful applications with Kubernetes StatefulSets. Today, we will discuss role-based access control (RBAC) in Kubernetes, which controls who can access Kubernetes cluster resources. It uses roles and role bindings to grant permissions to subjects, such as users, groups, or service accounts. Verify Kubernetes…
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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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Step-by-Step Guide on Exporting MS Teams Chat History using PowerShell
In this article, we’ll examine how to access and export the history of Microsoft Teams chat conversations using PowerShell. Teams chats are stored in a hidden Conversation historyTeam Chat folder in a shared mailbox, which is automatically created when you create a new Microsoft 365 group (this will instantly create a Teams group, a website,…
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Exploring the CoreDNS Feature in Kubernetes
In a previous post in this Kubernetes guide, you learned about deploying stateful applications with Kubernetes StatefulSets. Today’s post will discuss Kubernetes CoreDNS. Earlier versions of Kubernetes used kube-dns to provide service discovery and name resolution within the cluster, which was based on dnsmasq and SkyDNS. The kube-dns had many problems, such as security vulnerabilities,…
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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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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Whitelist a Domain in Microsoft 365
Defender for Office 365 and Exchange Online Protection monitor all emails coming to your domain, blocking any harmful or spam messages. However, it can sometimes block emails from legitimate sources due to various reasons. As an administrator, you might want to whitelist certain senders or domains. This post will guide you on how to whitelist…
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How to Install Windows Terminal Without Using the Microsoft Store
Windows Terminal is a novel terminal application crafted to simplify the use of command line tools, cmd.exe, and Powershell environments. It supports tabs and allows you to set your profiles, styles, and configurations. If you have WSL or Azure Cloud Shell installed, the shells for these environments are automatically added to the Windows Terminal console.…
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Solutions for Common Print Spooler Errors: What to Do If the Print Spooler Stops
Are you wondering why your printer spooler stopped? This article addresses common Windows print spooler errors and various methods for fixing them. The print spooler is a service built into Windows Servers and clients. It is responsible for managing tasks sent to printers. When you want to print a document, Windows sends it to the…