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How To Get Windows Operating System Version Count Inventory Report From Domain Computers

How To Get Windows Operating System Version Count Inventory Report From Domain Computers

In enterprise environments, keeping track of the operating system versions deployed across domain-joined machines is a fundamental IT hygiene and security requirement. Whether you are preparing for patch management, compliance auditing, hardware refresh planning, or end-of-life remediation, knowing exactly how…

Running Windows Server 2025 on Microsoft Azure

Running Windows Server 2025 on Microsoft Azure

As organizations continue shifting workloads to the cloud, mastering Windows Server deployments in modern infrastructure has become an essential skill for IT professionals. To support this journey, I’m sharing a valuable resource for system administrators, cloud engineers, and students looking…

Setting Up a DNS Sinkhole with Windows Server 2025

Setting Up a DNS Sinkhole with Windows Server 2025

A DNS Sinkhole (also called a DNS blackhole or DNS blacklist) is a cybersecurity mechanism that intercepts DNS queries for known malicious, unwanted, or restricted domain names and redirects them to a controlled IP address — instead of resolving them…

ACTIVE DIRECTORY DOMAIN SERVICES

Environment Overview Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) is a directory service developed by Microsoft that runs on Windows Server. It provides centralized management of users, computers, and other network resources within an organization. AD DS stores information about these…

How to Disable Network Discovery To Hide Devices Using Group Policy on Windows Server 2025

If you’re managing a Windows Server 2025 environment, you know that security isn’t just about firewalls and antivirus software. Sometimes, the best security measure is simply making your devices invisible to prying eyes on the network. Today, we’re diving into…

(VMWare) Windows 11 (25H2) Pro 26200.7705 Untouched (Fixed)

(VMWare) Windows 11 (25H2) Pro 26200.7705 Untouched (Fixed)

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.7705) is now available as an untouched ISO, optimized and confirmed working for deployment in VMware environments. This release includes the latest cumulative updates up to build 26200.7705, ensuring improved stability, security patches, and performance…

Mastering Storage Spaces Direct in Windows Server 2025

Mastering Storage Spaces Direct in Windows Server 2025

Remember when setting up enterprise storage meant dealing with expensive SAN hardware, complicated cabling, and vendor lock-in? Those days are rapidly fading. If you’re managing Windows Server infrastructure in 2026, there’s a powerful solution that’s been hiding in plain sight—Storage…

Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services (AZ-801)

Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services (AZ-801)

Advance Your Skills in Hybrid Windows Server & Azure Integration The AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services course is designed for IT professionals who already manage Windows Server environments and want to implement advanced hybrid solutions using Microsoft Azure.…

AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure

AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure

Master Hybrid Windows Server Administration with Azure The AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure course is designed for IT professionals who manage on-premises and hybrid Windows Server environments. This hands-on course prepares you for real-world administration tasks and helps…

DNS Security Monitoring with Grafana

You know that sinking feeling when you realize something’s wrong with your network? Maybe users can’t reach certain sites, or worse they’re being redirected to suspicious domains without anyone noticing. That’s where DNS security monitoring comes in, and honestly, it’s…