Network Management


Restricting Sensitive Data in Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365's built-in Data Loss Prevention tools make it easier for IT teams to safeguard sensitive data and prevent misuse across email, SharePoint, OneDrive and more.

Microsoft Connected Cache Now Available for Enterprise Use

Microsoft this week announced the general availability of Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC), a built-in Windows capability aimed at reducing Internet bandwidth usage by storing Microsoft content locally within an enterprise's network.

Restoring a File from a Windows Image Backup

PowerShell recovery scripts using WBAdmin no longer work in Windows 11, but VHDX mounting offers a manual workaround for restoring files.

Q&A: Going Beyond the Basics with Windows Autopilot

Veteran deployment expert Michael Niehaus explains how IT pros can push Windows Autopilot beyond default provisioning to support deeper customization, automation and modern endpoint strategies.

What To Do When the Remote Desktop Service Is Busy

If you receive an error, it may be caused by temporary resource strain, user logon storms or session limits -- often resolvable by waiting, but sometimes requiring deeper server diagnostics.

Using PowerShell To Back Up Windows 11

A PowerShell script using WBAdmin can create full system backups of Windows 11, offering a simple, scriptable alternative for advanced users.

Mastering Modern MDM: Navigating Microsoft 365 Endpoint Management

Drowning in device sprawl, inconsistent policies and security blind spots? A longtime Microsoft expert shares how to untangle the chaos.

Q&A: Making the Command Line Smarter with AI Shell

Microsoft’s AI Shell aims to transform the command-line interface by bringing intelligent, natural language assistance to cloud automation and everyday CLI workflows.

Strategies for Defining Host Groups in System Center Virtual Machine Manager

Organizing Hyper-V hosts into well-structured groups and using consistent naming conventions in System Center Virtual Machine Manager is key to maintaining scalable and manageable infrastructure.

Gears

Using PowerShell To Back Up SQL Server Express Edition

PowerShell offers a lightweight and efficient solution for backing up SQL Server Express databases on local workstations without the need for full system backups.

Q&A: Creating a Smarter, Cross-Platform PowerShell Profile

PowerShell expert Sean Wheeler shares insights on building smarter, cross-platform profile scripts, community-driven development and the future of PowerShell.

Q&A: PowerShell for Everyone

Jason Helmick, project manager on the PowerShell team, breaks down why the scripting language tool can be used to simplify your workflows no matter your level of expertise.

Microsoft Highlights Domain Controllers as Prime Ransomware Targets

Microsoft is reinforcing warnings about the critical role Active Directory (AD) domain controllers play in large-scale ransomware attacks, aligning with U.S. government advisories on the persistent threat of AD compromise.

PowerShell Desktop AI Revisited, Part 2: Under the Hood

In this second part, Brien explores how to connect to a remote Ollama server, manage multiple models and dynamically populate a UI with available LLMs.

PowerShell Desktop AI Revisited, Part 1: Code Refinement

Let's revisits my PowerShell-based desktop AI project, this time with a revamped script for improved performance.

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