Tag: Windows Server 2025

Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access

28/05/202528/05/2025

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…

Windows, Windows Server

How to change the default user password in PostgreSQL

26/05/202513/11/2025

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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…

Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

How to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR

26/05/202526/05/2025

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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…

Backup, Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

In-place upgrade of Windows Server 2022 to 2025

22/03/202522/03/2025

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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…

Backup, Windows Server

An account with the same name exists in Active Directory: Re-using the account was blocked by a security policy

23/11/202229/08/2025

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In this article, you learn how to add an account with the same name exists in Active Directory: Re-using the account was blocked by a security policy. When attempting to add a pre-created PC to a domain or reuse an existing computer account. Please see Active Directory Ports: Service and network port requirements for Windows,…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows, Windows Server

Check Windows Activation Status and troubleshoot activation errors

17/11/202110/09/2025

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In this guide, we will learn how to check Windows Activation Status and troubleshoot activation errors. Activation helps verify that the copy of Windows that you are running is genuine. That it hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Term allows. In this article, we shall discuss how to Check Windows…

Windows

Veles Software: How to install and configure MPA Tools

09/01/202110/09/2025

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Veles Software: How to install and configure MPA Tools

MPA Tools was developed by Veles software which is an innovative and leading provider of technology solutions for IT professionals. In this guide, we shall discuss “Veles Software: How to install and configure MPA Tools”. Please see How To Setup A New Computer Without A Microsoft Account on Windows 11, and How to Enable or Disable Inherited Permissions…

Reviews

Manage Windows Product key with Software Licensing Manager

07/01/202113/08/2025

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In this article, we shall discuss how to Manage Windows Product key with Software Licensing Manager. Activation is the process by which your Windows device is licensed and considered genuine. Activation helps verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms permit. See…

Windows