Pull and Push Commvault Images to Azure Container Registry

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Pull and Push Commvault Images to Azure Container Registry

This procedure is part of the prerequisites for performing a backup of a Kubernetes cluster using the Commvault. In this guide, we shall discuss how to Pull and Push Commvault Images to Azure Container Registry. The adoption of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has become a standard approach for organisations seeking scalable, resilient, and cloud-native container…

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AWS/Azure/OpenShift

[AZURE] Security Service Edge (SSE) and Microsoft Entra ID

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[AZURE] Security Service Edge (SSE) and Microsoft Entra ID

Hello everyone, MS Azure is changing its approach on cloud security, implemented the new Security Service Edge (SSE) solution. In this article, we shall discuss “[AZURE] Security Service Edge (SSE) and Microsoft Entra ID”. Please, see Pull and Push Commvault Images to Azure Container Registry, how to Install SQL Server Always On & Configure Veeam Plug‑in…

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AWS/Azure/OpenShift

Install SQL Server Always On & Configure Veeam Plug‑in for SQL

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Install SQL Server Always On & Configure Veeam Plug‑in for SQL

In today’s enterprise environments, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery for critical databases is paramount. In this guide, we shall discuss “how to Install SQL Server Always On & Configure Veeam Plug‑in for SQL”. Microsoft SQL Server’s Always On Availability Groups offer a robust solution for maintaining database uptime, providing automatic failover, and ensuring data…

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Backup, Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

Migrate Active Directory Domain and Forest with Veeam Replica

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Migrate Active Directory Domain and Forest with Veeam Replica

In this guide, we will discuss how to Migrate Active Directory Domain and Forest with Veeam Replica. Managing complex Active Directory environments requires careful planning, precision, and reliable tools. When it comes to migrating a domain or an entire forest, the stakes are high: errors in replication or synchronization can have significant impacts on the…

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Backup, Windows Server

Harden Active Directory Using CIS Benchmark and MSCT 1.0

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Harden Active Directory Using CIS Benchmark and MSCT 1.0

In this guide, I will discuss how to Harden Active Directory Using CIS Benchmark and MSCT 1.0. IT infrastructure security has become an essential priority for any organization. In this context, the Active Directory (AD) domain represents the core of identity management, permissions, and network resources. Please, see “An account with the same name exists…

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Windows Server

How to Add a Delete Lock on Azure Resources

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How to Add a Delete Lock on Azure Resources

In this guide, we shall discuss “how to Add a Delete Lock on Azure Resources”. Protecting resources in an Azure environment is a critical aspect of ensuring operational continuity and minimizing the risk of accidental modifications or deletions. Among the available strategies, the Delete Lock is a simple yet effective tool to prevent the unintentional…

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AWS/Azure/OpenShift

How to Resolve New WDAC Policy Issues in Azure Stack

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How to Resolve New WDAC Policy Issues in Azure Stack

This post discusses how to resolve new WDAC Policy issues in Azure Stack Local by walking you through the problem, its root causes, and practical solutions to ensure a smoother policy deployment experience. Managing security policies in a hybrid Azure-Windows environment can be challenging, especially when dealing with Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). Please, see…

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Virtualization

How to install WSL on Windows

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How to install WSL on Windows

In recent years, development on Windows has taken a huge leap forward thanks to tools that allow seamless integration of Linux environments directly into the operating system. In this article, we will discuss How to install WSL on Windows. Please, see What is Windows Subsystem for Linux, Various methods to install Windows Subsystem for Linux,…

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Network | Monitoring

Testing Disk Subsystem Integrity for SQL Server with SQLIOSim

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Testing Disk Subsystem Integrity for SQL Server with SQLIOSim

In this guide, we will discuss “Testing Disk Subsystem Integrity for SQL Server with SQLIOSim”. The performance of a SQL Server instance is critically dependent on the underlying disk subsystem. High latency, insufficient throughput, or suboptimal storage configurations can negatively impact stability and scalability, regardless of code quality or available CPU and memory resources. Please,…

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Network | Monitoring

DMA Compatibility Mode: Prepare and Migrate Safely

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DMA Compatibility Mode: Prepare and Migrate Safely

In this guide, we will discuss “MSSQL DMA Compatibility Mode: Prepare and Migrate Safely”. In the context of database modernisation and cloud adoption. Assessing compatibility and identifying potential risks are critical steps before any migration activity. Please, see How to Protect Thunderbolt Ports in Windows, how to Migrate Veeam One Database from SQL Server 2017…

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Network | Monitoring

Preliminary Guide for WSUS Analysis and Initial Assessment

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Preliminary Guide for WSUS Analysis and Initial Assessment

Before optimising update management, troubleshooting patching issues, or preparing for a WSUS migration or cleanup, it is essential to perform a preliminary analysis of the WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) environment. In this article, we will discuss the Preliminary Guide for WSUS Analysis and Initial Assessment”. Please, see How to Disable the Password Manager of…

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Windows Server

Preliminary Guide for Active Directory and Initial Assessment

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Preliminary Guide for Active Directory and Initial Assessment

In this article, we will discuss the “Preliminary Guide for Active Directory and Initial Assessment”. Before performing any migration, security hardening, troubleshooting, or architectural changes, it is essential to conduct a preliminary analysis of the Active Directory (AD) environment. Please, see the “Preliminary Guide for WSUS Analysis and Initial Assessment“, How to backup Azure VM…

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Network | Monitoring

How to protect Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with Azure Backup

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How to protect Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with Azure Backup

In this guide, how to protect Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with Azure Backup. In modern cloud-native architectures, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has become a cornerstone for deploying and managing containerised workloads at scale. Please, see SQLIOSim utility to simulate SQL Server activity on a disk subsystem, and MSSQL DMA Compatibility Mode: Prepare and Migrate Safely….

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AWS/Azure/OpenShift