PowerShell Command Issues After Updating ADConnect

When you update your Azure AD Connect to the latest version, you might encounter an issue where PowerShell commands related to Entra/ AD Connect stop being recognized. This can create confusion as the usual PowerShell modules and cmdlets may not work as expected. Fortunately, the solution is relatively simple and involves manually importing the module … Read more

Legit Emails End Up in Junk

It’s frustrating when a legitimate email lands in the junk folder, even after you’ve taken proactive steps to whitelist the sender or domain at the tenant level under the Safe Sender list. Recently, while troubleshooting such a case, we identified an underlying issue related to the TrustedListsOnly attribute in the mailbox junk email configuration. Here, … Read more

Updating Certificates on ADFS and Web Application Proxy Servers for Office 365/Azure SSO

In today’s digital landscape, ensuring a seamless Single Sign-On (SSO) experience for Office 365 and Azure users is critical. One of the key components to maintaining a secure and efficient SSO setup is the regular updating of SSL certificates on your Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Web Application Proxy (WAP) servers. This blog will … Read more

How to Renew SSL certificate for ADFS

What is SSL certificate and why it’s important? An SSL certificate, which stands for Secure Sockets Layer certificate, is a digital certificate that enables secure communication between a web browser and a web server. It ensures that any data transmitted between the browser and server remains encrypted and cannot be intercepted or tampered with by … Read more

Importance of Data Loss Prevention in Office 365 and How to Exclude Partner Domains

In today’s digital landscape, safeguarding sensitive information is paramount for businesses of all sizes. With the rise of remote work and cloud-based collaboration, ensuring data protection has become more challenging yet critical. Microsoft’s Office 365 offers a robust solution through its Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities. In this blog, we’ll explore the significance of DLP … Read more

How to Demote or Decommission a Domain Controller

In the realm of Active Directory management, maintaining a streamlined and efficient infrastructure is paramount. Whether you’re consolidating servers, decommissioning outdated hardware, or optimizing network performance, demoting a domain controller requires careful planning and execution to ensure minimal disruption to your organization’s operations. Understanding Domain Controller Demotion A domain controller in Active Directory plays a … Read more

How to Transfer FSMO roles to another Domain Controller

In the realm of Windows server management, Active Directory stands as the bedrock for centralized authentication, authorization, and directory services. Understanding its intricacies, especially when it comes to Flexible Single Master Operations (FSMO) roles, is crucial for maintaining a healthy and efficient directory infrastructure. FSMO roles are specialized tasks assigned to specific domain controllers within … Read more

Managing Recurring Outlook Meetings for Departed Users in Office 365 Exchange Online

In any organization, managing personnel changes is crucial, especially when it comes to administrative tasks like maintaining Outlook calendars and meetings. One common challenge faced is handling recurring meetings scheduled by employees who have left the organization. In Office 365 Exchange Online, these meetings continue to recur unless explicitly managed, which can lead to confusion … Read more