Microsoft Management Console (MMC) does not natively export private keys in .PEM format. Instead, it exports private keys in .PFX (.PKCS#12) format which includes both the certificate and private key in an encrypted container. If you need the private key in PEM format, you must first export the certificate as PFX from MMC and then…
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HARICA is a globally trusted third party that actively participates in all major global Root CA trust programs, including 360, Adobe, Apple, Microsoft, Mozilla, and Oracle. It operates as a trust anchor in widely used application software and operating systems such as Adobe, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Mozilla, Linux, and Oracle Java. In this article, we…
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In this article, we shall discuss “how to Upgrade Windows Admin Center 2306 – 2311: Install WACmg 2410“. Windows Admin Center is a versatile tool for managing Windows Clients, Windows Servers, and Windows Clusters. In December 2023, Microsoft released the Windows Admin Center modernized gateway (WACmg) to public preview through the Windows Server Insider program….
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WebLAPS Pro is a web-based solution for managing Microsoft’s Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). In other words, WebLAPS relies on Microsoft’s Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) to retrieve and manage local admin passwords. Therefore, in this guide, we shall discuss how to configure WebLAPS to manage Microsoft LAPS. We have discussed how to configure Windows…
In this article, we shall discuss how to Shrink and Compact Virtual Hard Disks in Hyper-V. When you create a new virtual machine in Hyper-V Manager, the virtual hard disk is either the size you specify or the default 127GB. However, not all VMs require the allocated storage space. Please see Hyper V Disk allocation:…
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Two months ago, December 3, 2024 to be precise. Veeam launched Veeam Data Platform v12.3, introducing powerful enhancements that significantly strengthen data resilience. The latest version optimises backup performance, enhances security etc. Thereby making data protection more efficient and seamless than ever. Therefore, in this article, we will discuss how to upgrade Veeam Backup and…
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According to Veeam, the new Veeam Threat Hunter service scanning process might be interrupted by existing antivirus software on mount hosts. To prevent interference from security software, the following folder should be excluded on all Mount Servers. As you can see, they have recommended the exclusion of the folder “Threat Hunter”. Therefore, in this article, I…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to fix Windows Server frequent disconnects and shutdown. Before proceeding, I am currently using ACEMAGIC Mini PC for this specific lab environment with an excellent computing power and impressive performance. You may want to see how to install Windows Server unto ACEMAGICIAN Mini PC. Also, see how Install Proxmox…
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In this article, I will show you how to deploy folder redirection in Windows. We will create a shared network folder on a file server, grant permissions, and Configure Folder Redirection options with Group Policy. Please see How to Disable Internet Explorer with Group Policy & Registry, How to Enable or Disable Inherited Permissions for…
In this article, we shall discuss “Sign-in options for Windows: Ditch Password for Enhanced Security”. Since I will be publishing a guide on how to setup the revamped Windows Hello available in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27754 (Canary Channel). This will also be available starting in Windows 24H2. I will therefore focus on Windows…
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The WAMP server (Windows, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Python/Perl) is a software stack designed to create a local development environment on Windows. It bundles “Apache”, a web server to host websites and applications, “MySQL”: A”, a relational database management system for managing data, and “PHP/Python/Perl”, a programming languages for server-side scripting. In this short article, we shall…
Recently, I wanted to upgrade my Configuration Manager from the evaluation version to a full version, but I was unable to due to the following error discussed in this article. Therefore, we will fix “Perform Site Maintenance or reset this site” greyed out. Please see how to Fix Keep personal files and apps option greyed…
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In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to run Hype-V on Windows 11 and Install Windows OS via PXE Boot. The Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) allows seamless access to the Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE) over the network. This enables efficient deployment and troubleshooting without requiring local installation media. Please see AADSTS50020: User…
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