Tag: Windows Server 2016

Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access

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Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become the new norm. One of the key technologies enabling people to work effectively from home is Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). Here is a guide Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access. Please see how to determine why an MBAM-protected device is non-compliant, and an…

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Windows, Windows Server

How to change the default user password in PostgreSQL

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How to change the default user password in PostgreSQL

In this guide, we shall discuss how to change the default user password in PostgreSQL. PostgreSQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that provides an open-source solution for storing and managing data. It offers a variety of features for database administration, queries, and security. This blog post was birthed by the following question: “Resetting…

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Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

How to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR

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How to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR

PostgreSQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) for storing and managing data. It offers a variety of features for database administration, queries, and security. In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR. Please see How to install PostgreSQL on Ubuntu, ho to Fix “Perform Site…

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Backup, Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

In-place upgrade of Windows Server 2022 to 2025

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In-place upgrade of Windows Server 2022 to 2025

In this article, we shall discuss how to perform an In-place upgrade of Windows Server 2022 to 2025. Windows Server 2025 was officially released on November 1st, 2024. This latest version introduces several enhancements, including improved security features, performance optimisations, and better integration with hybrid cloud environments. Please, see Perform an in-place upgrade from Windows…

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Backup, Windows Server

Export and Convert Private Keys to .PEM Format in Windows

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Export and Convert Private Keys to .PEM Format in Windows

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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Windows, Windows Server

Generate CSR and Request a Certificate from Herica CA

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Generate CSR and Request a Certificate from Herica CA

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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Windows, Windows Server

Upgrade Windows Admin Center 2306 – 2311: Install WACmg 2410

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Upgrade Windows Admin Center 2306 – 2311: Install WACmg 2410

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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Network | Monitoring, Windows Server

Configure WebLAPS to manage Microsoft LAPS

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Configure WebLAPS to manage Microsoft LAPS

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…

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Windows, Windows Server

How to Shrink and Compact Virtual Hard Disks in Hyper-V

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How to Shrink and Compact Virtual Hard Disks in Hyper-V

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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Virtualization, Windows Server

How to upgrade Veeam Backup and Replication 12.3

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How to upgrade Veeam Backup and Replication 12.3

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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Backup

Mitigate Veeam Threat Hunter Service Scanning Interference

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Mitigate Veeam Threat Hunter Service Scanning Interference

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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Windows Server

Fix Windows Server frequent disconnects and shutdown

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Fix Windows Server frequent disconnects and shutdown

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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Windows Server

How to deploy Folder Redirection in Windows

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How to deploy Folder Redirection in Windows

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…

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Windows, Windows Server