Microsoft 365 – Prevent users from changing profile pictures
Lock down user profile photos in Microsoft 365 to enforce consistent corporate branding and prevent unauthorized updates.
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Log Off Disconnected Remote Desktop (RDP) Sessions via Batch Script
Disconnected RDP sessions on a Windows Server consume valuable system resources, memory, and licenses. While group policies can handle session timeouts globally, there are often scenarios where you need a quick, to clean up disconnected sessions—while making sure specific administrative Read More …
Auditing NTLM Traffic on Domain Controllers. Visibility Without Risk
NTLM still appears inside many Active Directory environments. Even when Kerberos handles normal authentication, NTLM often surfaces through legacy applications, services, or fallback behavior. Before blocking anything, visibility matters. The safest place to monitor NTLM usage is the domain controller. Read More …
Disabling NTLM v1 on Windows Workstations
NTLM stands for NT LAN Manager. Windows uses this protocol for authentication when Kerberos fails or legacy systems exist. Modern Active Directory relies on Kerberos for normal domain logon and access. NTLM remains mainly for backward compatibility. NTLM exists in Read More …
Fixing Missing Microsoft Office Icons in Windows
Have you ever opened File Explorer only to notice that all of your Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files just show a blank white page icon instead of the familiar Office icons? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. This is a common problem Read More …
Allowing File and Printer Sharing Between Remote Sites in ESET Protect Cloud
The Problem In a typical multi-site business environment, ESET Endpoint Security’s default firewall configuration can unintentionally block essential services like: This is often due to system-level firewall rules that are hidden by default and prioritize security by blocking NetBIOS, SMB, Read More …
Create a CSR, Submit to NameCheap, and Export a PFX File from IIS 10
This guide details how to: 🧰 Prerequisites ✅ Step 1: Create the Certificate Signing Request (CSR) ✅ Step 2: Submit CSR to NameCheap ✅ Step 3: Add DNS CNAME Record (Afrihost or your DNS provider) ✅ Step 4: Download the Read More …
Troubleshooting “Scan to Folder” Issues via SMB on Windows 10/11
When configuring multifunction printers (like Kyocera or Konica Minolta) to scan to a shared folder on a Windows PC, users may encounter authentication or connection errors. This guide provides a step-by-step troubleshooting process focused only on SMB (Server Message Block) Read More …
Fixing the “Check Internet Connection” Error in Google Chrome (Even When You’re Online)
If you’re seeing the “Check Internet Connection” error in Google Chrome while trying to download files — but you’re clearly connected to the internet — you’re not alone. This frustrating issue can block critical downloads despite a working network connection. Read More …
Managing Office 365 Calendar Permissions with PowerShell
Managing calendar permissions in Office 365 is crucial for maintaining security and ensuring that sensitive scheduling information is only accessible by authorized personnel. This guide will walk you through checking, adding, and removing calendar permissions for a single user and Read More …