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Challenges With Using RemoteApp to Host Custom Applications, Part 1

Hosting a custom PowerShell application through RemoteApp can introduce unexpected authentication and database permission challenges -- especially when Windows authentication and SQL Server backups are involved.

Planning for PowerShell Script Usage in a Multiplatform Environment

Let's examine the challenges of running Windows-dependent PowerShell scripts from Linux and compares three practical approaches -- dual booting, WinBoat and Windows Server RemoteApp -- to maintaining compatibility in a multiplatform environment.

Using PowerShell for DIY AI Image Creation, Part 2: Stable Diffusion

In Part 2 of this series, we'll learn how to use PowerShell to call the Stable Diffusion API directly, moving from a simple proof-of-concept script to a GUI-based tool for generating AI images on local hardware.

Using PowerShell for DIY AI Image Creation. Part 1

Build a cloud-free AI image generation workflow by wiring Stable Diffusion into Windows PowerShell, using open source tools and local hardware to create images directly from scripts.

Azure Under the Hood: Key Infrastructure Updates from Ignite 2025

Amid the AI-heavy headlines at Microsoft's annual conference, several behind-the-scenes updates landed that could have a major impact on how IT teams build, run and scale core infrastructure in Azure.

Best Practices for PowerShell Dot Sourcing, Part 2

Let's dive into some practical advice on naming conventions, variable management and code organization to keep dot sourced scripts efficient, consistent and secure.

Best Practices for PowerShell Dot Sourcing, Part 1

Dot sourcing can simplify large PowerShell scripts -- but without a clear structure, it can quickly lead to chaos.

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Microsoft Ends Local Account Workarounds in Latest Windows 11 Build

Microsoft's latest Insider Preview, Build 26220.6772, introduces a significant policy change: removal of known workarounds to skip Microsoft Account setup during Windows 11 installation (OOBE).

PowerShell-Based SQL Server Backups Revisited, Part 2

Let's follow up the last column with a step-by-step breakdown shows how the PowerShell script automates SQL Server backups, manages retention, logs activity and verifies data integrity.

Unmanaged Devices: The Overlooked Endpoint Threat

Despite layers of security controls on corporate hardware, unmanaged devices remain a critical weak spot.

PowerShell Based SQL Server Backups Revisited, Part 1

Let's refine some of my earlier work to make things more efficient.

Dynamically Construct a PowerShell GUI, Part 2

Learn how to dynamically generate PowerShell GUI elements from a SQL data source and update values with user input.

Dynamically Construct a PowerShell GUI, Part 1

Learn how to use loops and dynamic object naming in PowerShell to build GUI settings interfaces that can adapt as new parameters are added.

Make Secure Score Work for You, Part 1: Shoot for Almost Perfect

Use Microsoft 365 Secure Score as a strategic guide rather than a numbers game, focusing on balance and meaningful risk reduction over chasing a perfect score.

Designing Power BI for Scale: Enterprise Architecture That Works

Live! 360 speaker Reza Rad outlines the architectural fundamentals teams often overlook when scaling Power BI across the enterprise.

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