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After a long anticipation, Microsoft has released the latest preview build of Windows Server, numbered 26296. This new build is packed with enhancements designed to streamline administration tasks for IT professionals, particularly through improvements to the Windows Admin Center (WAC) and the...

In a move that’s bound to send tremors throughout the server management community, Microsoft has officially announced the deprecation of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). Released as part of the feature list for Windows Server 2025 preview, the announcement has already sparked conversations...

For IT administrators nestled in the familiar folds of Windows enterprise management, a significant shift is happening in the management of software updates. Microsoft has announced the curtailment of new developments for Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), marking a pivotal turn towards...

Imagine you're a dedicated IT administrator managing a large fleet of Windows devices—constantly ensuring everything runs smoothly and securely. You've established a reliable system using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for driver management, keeping everything orderly and predictable...

Windows Server's Major Security Upgrade: What You Need to Know The confirmation of this exciting news was made through a post on the official Windows blog, where Hari Pulapaka, the Director of Product for Windows Server, revealed that a new security feature is currently in preview. This has...

In a significant move, Microsoft has recently declared that it will be deprecating Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), a tool that has been instrumental for IT departments since its introduction in 2005. This directive is set to encourage organizations to transition to more modern...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows Server management, the Windows Search Service stands out as a vital component, helping administrators swiftly locate files and resources across systems. Whether you're looking to harness its capabilities for optimal performance or wishing to disable it...

A recent article from Neowin shares exciting developments for members of the Windows Server Insider Program, focusing on the release of the latest Windows Server build, numbered 26280. This build comes with an important update: it sets a new expiration date for the software to September 15...

Introduction Recently, Microsoft's Windows Report announced the availability of Windows Server Preview Build 26280. This version comes packed with both Desktop Experience and Server Core installation options for Datacenter configurations. Yet, as with many preview builds, excitement is tempered...

In a recent announcement from Microsoft, detailed in the update KB5014754, significant changes concerning certificate-based authentication for Windows domain controllers were presented. This update affects several versions of Windows Server, including 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019, extending the scope...

Introduction According to a recent article on Microsoft Support, a new update package for Microsoft Defender is now available for various Windows operating system installation images, including Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, and Windows 11. This update aims to address...

Hi All, I have come across conflicting opinions online in relation to this so just wanted to check what you guys thought. Are you able to perform a rolling cluster upgrade from 2016 to 2022, or can you only go un increments of 1, so would I have to upgrade all my host to 2019 first and then...

Overview of the Vulnerability CVE-2020-17042 is categorized as a remote code execution vulnerability, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the same privileges as the local user. To exploit this weakness, an attacker could exploit specific components of Windows Print Spooler...

I need to migrate a file server to Dropbox and then copy any modified files that happen in the file server to the Dropbox cloud with its timestamps! Also, I would mention that commercial tools (CloudFuze, AvePoint, Gs Richcopy 360, GoodSync....etc) that I found by searching Google are not OK...

I will provide an overview of the CVE-2024-38044 vulnerability based on general knowledge and available context in the cybersecurity field, relevant to Windows users. CVE-2024-38044: Understanding the DHCP Server Service Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Overview of the Vulnerability...

In July 2024, Microsoft disclosed a critical vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-38013, which affects the Windows Server Backup feature within Microsoft Windows Server environments. This vulnerability has been categorized as an elevation of privilege vulnerability, leaving systems open to...

On August 29, 2024, Microsoft released the KB5041582 (OS Build 19045.4842) as a part of its ongoing updates for Windows 10, specifically targeting version 22H2. This non-security preview update aims to address several quality issues while enhancing the overall performance and stability of the...

In August 2024, Microsoft addressed a significant issue related to the BitLocker recovery feature that impacted users of Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server versions. This glitch could lead some systems to boot into BitLocker recovery mode due to a July 2024 security update. Now...

In a recent update, Microsoft has acknowledged a significant issue affecting Windows 10 and Windows 11 users: the failure of certain updates leading to the 0x80070643 error code. As this error impacted thousands, Microsoft has finally decided to retract three problematic updates that have caused...

In a significant development for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users, the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued an urgent warning regarding critical vulnerabilities in these systems. This alert, initially...