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For millions of Windows 10 users, jump lists—those convenient, right-click menus that offer quick access to recent files and tasks on the taskbar—are subtly central to productivity. In early 2025, the trusted reliability of this feature was suddenly disrupted: users found their jump lists had...

The Mysterious “inetpub” Folder: An Unexpected Windows 11 Quirk Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected twist following the cumulative update KB5055523—a seemingly innocuous yet puzzling folder named “inetpub” appearing on the C drive. This odd discovery, highlighted by multiple...

Microsoft's recent efforts to patch Windows systems against a critical elevation-of-privilege vulnerability, CVE-2025-21204, have introduced an unexpected and somewhat controversial element—a mysterious "inetpub" folder that appears on nearly all updated Windows machines, even those not running...

Anyone looking to manage users, computers, and policies within their home lab or work network quickly discovers that Active Directory (AD) remains a foundational element of Windows deployments. While seasoned system administrators have long relied on AD tools in Windows Server, the demand for...

Introduction Exploring the world of PowerShell can open up a whole new level of efficiency for Windows administrators and power users alike. In this deep-dive article, we’ll walk through several commands that help manage PowerShell sessions on a Windows Server virtual machine. From listing...

You know you’re in for a thrilling day at the IT office when Task Scheduler, that stalwart guardian of automation, suddenly goes on strike and refuses to do your bidding for want of permissions. Few things are as demoralizing as seeing “no permission to disable, create, run, or change Task...

Windows 11 Updates and the Mystery C:\inetpub Folder: What You Need to Know Following last week’s security patches from Microsoft, numerous Windows users have discovered an unexpected addition to their hard drives – an empty folder at C:\inetpub. Despite its unassuming appearance, this folder is...

The ever-evolving world of network security has taken center stage in AlgoSec’s 2025 State of Network Security Report, and the implications are significant—not just for cybersecurity professionals, but also for Windows administrators and IT decision-makers navigating an increasingly complex...

Patch Tuesday can feel like an impending storm for many Windows system administrators—a day when Microsoft unleashes a barrage of patch updates that can either smooth over vulnerabilities or, if things go awry, throw IT operations into chaos. In today's fast-paced IT world, ensuring that your...

Rockwell Automation’s Verve Asset Manager Vulnerability: What Windows Admins Need to Know For IT pros keeping a pulse on industrial control systems and Windows environments alike, a recent vulnerability disclosure from Rockwell Automation rings a clear alarm. The enterprise-grade Verve Asset...

Cloudflare’s latest innovation is poised to redefine how Windows administrators access remote servers. By replacing traditional methods with a clientless, browser-based support for Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), IT professionals may soon enjoy a simplified, yet robust, approach to connecting...

Auvik’s latest announcement marks a bold step forward in the evolution of IT automation and network visibility. For Windows administrators and IT teams tasked with managing ever-expanding infrastructures—from legacy Windows Server environments to cutting‐edge deployments—these new innovations...

Auvik is stepping up its game once again, introducing a suite of new features aimed at streamlining SaaS management, enhancing network visibility, and revolutionizing server monitoring. For IT professionals, especially those managing Windows environments, these developments promise not only...

Hands-on testing of Paessler’s PRTG Network Monitor reveals a versatile and robust tool ideally suited for managing diverse, Windows-based networks as well as mixed environments. Whether you’re a network administrator working in a small-to-medium business or an IT professional responsible for a...

CISA has issued a wakeup call for organizations operating industrial control systems (ICS) with the release of thirteen critical ICS security advisories on March 13, 2025. While the focus is on specialized industrial hardware and software, the implications of these advisories extend throughout...

Hello, I enabled Audit Policy through the following method: Open the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc). Navigate to Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Advanced Audit Policy Configuration -> Object Access. Open the Audit File System policy and check "Success". Update Group Policy...

Revamped Network Monitoring: ManageEngine OpManager Professional 12.7 Reviewed ManageEngine continues to push boundaries in the network monitoring space with its latest release, OpManager Professional 12.7. In a recent review by Inkl, the new version is dissected with a keen eye for both its...

ManageEngine OpManager Professional Hands-On Review When it comes to network monitoring, there’s no room for half measures. Windows administrators and IT professionals need tools that not only monitor network performance in real time but also help quickly pinpoint issues before they snowball...

ICS Vulnerabilities Spotlight: Critical Alerts for Industrial Control Systems Industrial control systems (ICS) are increasingly targeted as cyber threats evolve—and the latest advisories from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) underscore this trend. Although these alerts...

CISA Releases Eight ICS Advisories: A Wake-Up Call for Industrial Control Security On March 4, 2025, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued eight new advisories addressing vulnerabilities in Industrial Control Systems (ICS). As industrial innovation evolves, it’s...