Network Management


Microsoft Among Founding Backers of Identity Security Standards Body

A new identity security standard has won the support of Microsoft, Google and other industry giants.

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Microsoft Tweaks Authenticator with Added Passkey Support, FIPS Compliance

Microsoft is updating its Authenticator app to be even more "phishing-resistant," Microsoft announced Tuesday.

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Microsoft To Boost Passwordless Authentication in Windows 11

Microsoft is priming Windows 11 for a more passwordless future.

Tackling the Windows Deployment Challenge

Device management expert Michael Niehaus discusses the benefits and limits of image-based deployments, when to use Autopilot, and how to keep your Windows skills sharp.

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The Wizarding World of PowerShell

PowerShell can be wielded for both good and evil, and knowing both sides can help you keep your organization protected.

Microsoft Warns of Increasing Number of Vulnerabilities in OpenVPN

OpenVPN, a popular open source virtual private network (VPN) system integrated into millions of routers, firmware, PCs, mobile devices and other smart devices, is leaving users open to a growing list of threats, according to Microsoft.

Microsoft Addresses Security Tool Sprawl with New Entra and Sentinel Releases

Microsoft this week announced the general availability of two new security solutions designed to help organizations achieve and manage zero trust environments.

IBM, Microsoft Shake on Cloud Security

Microsoft is extending the reach of its cloud security portfolio by inking yet another partnership with Big Blue's consulting arm.

Microsoft Entra PowerShell Module Hits Public Preview

Microsoft has taken the wraps off a new PowerShell module to help administrators programmatically manage and automate Entra ID via the command line.

PowerShell's Bright Future

A couple of seasoned PowerShell vets break down how they see the powerful tool's next stage of evolution.

Lax Credential Hygiene at Root of Snowflake Breach: Researchers

Security researchers at Google subsidiary Mandiant have traced the months-long Snowflake security breach to an attack group taking advantage of old credentials and weak authentication methods.

Microsoft Readies Fall Release for System Center 2025

Microsoft this week announced that System Center 2025, the newest version of its long-term servicing channel, will be generally available in the fall of 2024.

Microsoft Bringing Zero Trust to DNS Security

Microsoft has announced that Zero Trust DNS (ZTDNS), which aims to restrict device access to untrusted domains in Windows, is currently in private preview.

Don't Make Active Directory Your Enterprise Security Liability

With cyberattacks targeting Active Directory rising, it's up to IT to harden their environments.

Microsoft Releases OneDrive Offline Mode

Microsoft has begun rolling out new capabilities of OneDrive for Web, including an offline mode designed to offer access and improved performance whether users are connected to the Internet or not.

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