Category: Windows Server

Expert Windows Server setup and configuration services to optimise your IT infrastructure, enhance security, and improve network performance

Network statistics: How to save netstat command output to a text

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Network statistics: How to save netstat command output to a text

In this article, we shall discuas “Network statistics: How to save netstat command output to a text”. The network statistics (netstat ) command is a networking tool used for troubleshooting and configuration. It can also serve as a monitoring tool for connections over the network. Both incoming and outgoing connections, routing tables, port listening, and usage statistics are…

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Web Server, Windows Server

Ping from Source IP Address from all environments

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Ping from Source IP Address from all environments

In this article, we shall discuss the various steps on how to Ping from Source IP Address from all environments. Ping is a network diagnostic utility employed to test the reachability of a device (host), and network appliances on an Internet Protocol (IP) network. Please see how to Analyse Disks with Treesize: Defragment and Shrink…

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Mac, Windows, Windows Server

Perform continuous ping on OSes and network Appliances

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Perform continuous ping on OSes and network Appliances

In this article, we shall discuss “Perform continuous ping on OSes and network Appliances (macOS, Linux, Windows, Juniper and Cisco devices)”. Ping is referred to as “Packet Internet Groper”. It is used to troubleshoot the accessibility of devices between two endpoints i.e., to ensure data packet is transmitted to its destination successfully. Please see how…

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Mac, Windows, Windows Server

How to disconnect a Remote Desktop User

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How to disconnect a Remote Desktop User

The Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) provides remote display and input capabilities over network connections for Windows-based applications running on a server. RDP is designed to support different types of network topologies and multiple LAN protocols. Remote Desktop Protocol or just RDP allows a user to establish a connection between two computers and access the…

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Windows 2016 Servers do not show up on the WSUS console

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Windows 2016 Servers do not show up on the WSUS console

Windows Server Update Services (WSUS): WSUS previously known as Software Update Services (SUS), is a computer program and network service developed by Microsoft Corporation that enables administrators to manage the distribution of updates and hotfixes released for Microsoft products to computers in a corporate environment. Please see How to disable unused Cisco Access Ports, Windows…

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Windows Server

How to find Computer Serial Number stated change to be filled by OEM

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How to find Computer Serial Number stated change to be filled by OEM

OEM is short for Original Equipment Manufacturer, who produces products and components that he doesn’t sell to the consumer, but to other manufacturers. There are two different definitions: In IT, the OEM is the producer of products, components, or software that he sells to the PC producer. A well-known example is a PC with Microsoft…

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Remote Desktop Services Setup on Windows Server

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Remote Desktop Services Setup on Windows Server

Remote Desktop Services, known as Terminal Services in Windows Server 2008 and earlier, is one of the components of Microsoft Windows that allow a user to take control of a remote computer or virtual machine over a network connection. Here are the step-by-step guide for installing Remote Desktop Services Setup on Windows Server. Kindly refer…

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Windows Server

Configuring SimpleSAMLPHP

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Configuring SimpleSAMLPHP

Configuring SimpleSAMLPHP is a pivotal step in establishing secure and efficient authentication systems. When it comes to setting up robust identity and federation solutions, Identity provider stands out. In this guide, we’ll delve into the process of exploring its essential components and intricacies. Configuring SimpleSAMLPHP involves a series of strategic decisions and meticulous adjustments. Organizations…

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Windows Server

Installing and configuring SimpleSAMLphp [Part 2]

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Installing and configuring SimpleSAMLphp [Part 2]

When it comes to enhancing your authentication processes, Installing and configuring SimpleSAMLphp is a crucial step. Installing and configuring SimpleSAMLphp empowers your system with a versatile authentication framework, making it a pivotal aspect of your setup. In this guide, we will delve into the ins and outs of Installing and configuring SimpleSAMLphp, providing you with…

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SimpleSAMLphp Setup on Windows Server [Part 1]

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SimpleSAMLphp Setup on Windows Server [Part 1]

SimpleSAMLphp Setup on Windows is an award-winning application written in native PHP that deals with authentication. UNINETT leads the project and has a large user base, a helpful user community, and many external contributors. The main focus of SimpleSAMLphp Setup on Windows is providing support for SAML 2.0 as a Service Provider (SP). Kindly take a look at…

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How to apply Windows Updates from WSUS to AWS Instances

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How to apply Windows Updates from WSUS to AWS Instances

Automate the process of applying Windows Updates from WSUS to multiple servers on AWS using RunCommand. Streamline your update management effortlessly. After having updates pushed to all servers from WSUS, in order to avoid the manual operation of installing updates, we can automate this process to a whole lot of servers on AWS using the…

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AWS/Azure/OpenShift, Windows Server

Important Areas to Master on WSUS

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Important Areas to Master on WSUS

Exploring the crucial “Areas to Master on WSUS” is essential. Formerly known as Software Update Services (SUS), WSUS, developed by Microsoft, empowers administrators to manage update distribution in a corporate computer network efficiently. Please see Windows Server Update Services: Windows 2016 Servers does not show up on WSUS console, and WSUS clients appear and disappear…

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Client Visibility Issues: Fix WSUS Clients appear then disappear in the console

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Client Visibility Issues: Fix WSUS Clients appear then disappear in the console

In the corporate realm, the WSUS Update Services Console plays a pivotal role. Formerly recognized as Software Update Services (SUS). In this article, we shall discuss how to Fix WSUS Clients appear then disappear in the console. For more articles I have written, see the following hyperlinks: Configuring WSUS Email Notification to Work With Office365,…

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