Windows 11
Anoop C Nair
Anoop C Nair is Workplace Technology solution architect with 25+ years of experience in global enterprise organizations such as JP Morgan, Capgemini, etc. Microsoft Certified Trainer. Microsoft MVP from 2015 onwards for consecutive 11+ years! He also conducts Intune and modern workplace tech training for enterprise organizations. He is Blogger, Speaker, and Founder of HTMD Community and HTMD Conference. His main focus is on Device Management technologies like Intune, Windows, Cloud PC. He writes about technologies like Intune, SCCM, Windows, Cloud PC, Windows, Entra, Microsoft Security.
Windows 11
Intune
Best way Intune to Stop Sending New Policy Updates to Windows Devices Pause Config Refresh Feature
Let’s discuss the best way for Intune to Stop Sending New Policy Updates to Windows Devices using the Pause Config Refresh feature. This feature in Intune is a process that regularly updates the MDM policy settings on your devices to keep them secure and properly configured according to your organization’s needs. When you pause Config […]
Intune
Fix Intune is Unable to Uninstall Apps Installed from Apple App Store Issue
Fix Intune is Unable to Uninstall Apps Installed from the Apple App Store! Microsoft Intune cannot uninstall applications installed directly from the Apple App Store, and administrators cannot remotely remove these user-installed apps through the Intune management platform. Organizations may need to use alternative methods for managing and controlling applications on their Apple devices to […]
Intune
Easily Create New Intune EPM Rules directly from the Elevation Reports
Let’s discuss creating New Intune EPM Rules directly from the Elevation Reports. The new feature allows you to create Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) rules directly from Elevation Reports in Microsoft Intune. You can now simplify setting up EPM rules by using the file details in these reports rather than manually entering information. With Microsoft Intune […]
Windows 365
Azure Monitor Agent and Remote Session Lock Configuration Windows 365 Cloud PC August 2024 Update
Let’s discuss the Azure Monitor Agent and Remote Session Lock Configuration Windows 365 Cloud PC August 2024 Update. The August 2024 update for Windows 365 introduces several new features and enhancements to improve the user experience and expand functionality. Windows 365 Cloud PC now includes an NVIDIA RTX Virtual Workstation (vWS), which boosts performance for […]
Entra
Entra External ID Now Supports SMS as an MFA Option
Entra External ID Now Supports SMS as an MFA Option! Microsoft announced that Entra External ID now supports SMS as a multi-factor authentication (MFA) option. This is a highly requested feature for many organizations where end users don’t want to install the Authenticator app on their personal mobile phones. In addition to enhancing your security […]
AI
Top Players of End User Experience Management Solutions EUC DEX as per Forrester Wave Report
Let’s discuss the Top Players of End User Experience Management Solutions as per Forrester Wave Report. EUC (End-User Computing) refers to the collection of tools, technologies, and practices that IT departments use to deploy, manage, and support the devices, applications, and services employees need to do their work. DEX, on the other hand, is focused […]
Intune
CPU and RAM Spike Time Scores Report for Windows Physical Devices in Intune Advanced Analytics
Let’s discuss the CPU and RAM Spike Time Scores Report for Windows Physical Devices in Intune Advanced Analytics. In August 2024, Microsoft introduced several new features for Intune customers to improve device performance management and customization. The August release of Microsoft Intune highlights two key new features: Multi-Administrative Approval and Device Filters with cpuArchitecture. These […]
Intune
MS Intune Multi-Admin Approval Expands Support to Mobile Non-Windows Devices Policy
MS Intune Multi-Admin Approval Expands Support to Mobile Devices! Administrators can now use this feature to manage and control application access policies across Windows, iOS, Android, and macOS devices. This enhancement allows you greater flexibility and security by enabling approvals for changes to administrative policies across a broader range of devices. To protect against the […]
Intune
How to use Intune Filter cpuArchitecture Device Property for App and Policy Assignments
Let’s discuss using Intune Filter cpuArchitecture Device Property for App and Policy Assignments. Device filters now support the cpuArchitecture property, allowing organizations to specify processor types such as AMD64, Arm64, and x86 in their device management platforms. This enhancement enables more control over the app and policy assignments. It ensures that software and settings are […]
Intune
Enhanced Reporting Multi-Administrative Approval Microsoft Home Page via Intune August 2024 Update
Enhanced Reporting and Microsoft Home Page via Intune August 2024 Update 3 New Capabilities. The Microsoft Intune August 2024 Updates are new features and improvements being added to Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage and protect their devices and apps. In the August update, Microsoft Intune introduces many new features. First, there […]
Intune
Enable or Disable the Built-in Administrator Account in Windows using Intune Policy
Let’s discuss how to Enable or Disable a Built-in Administrator Account in Windows using Intune policy. On Windows 11 devices managed by Intune, you can enable or disable the built-in local Administrator account using one of 3 methods: device configuration profiles, OMA-URI settings, or device remediations. You can manually enable the built-in Administrator account on […]
Windows
MS Word Default Paste Merge Formatting option to Match the Look and Feel of Existing Content
The MS Word Default Paste Merge Formatting option has been changed to match the look and feel of existing content. Let’s discuss the updated default pasting option in MS Word on Windows. Finally, Microsoft changed the default paste setting to Keep Source Formatting and introduced a new paste option, Merge Formatting, when pasting from other […]
AI
Create Edge Browser New Theme with an AI Theme Generator and Frame
Let’s discuss Customizing the Edge Browser with an AI Theme Generator and Frame. Microsoft has introduced a new feature for the Edge browser that allows users to personalize their browser Themes. This AI-powered feature changes the look and feel of your browser and the new tab page. As you know, Microsoft Edge is the first […]
AI
Create Edge Browser Workspaces through Copilot and Bing Search are Now Available
Create Workspaces through Copilot and Bing Search Now, which is available. Microsoft introduced the creation of a workspace through Bing search, which is available in a preview in Microsoft Edge for business. This feature allows users to stay organized with Workspaces using AI capabilities. As you know, Microsoft has already introduced an organized tab feature […]
Windows
Dual-Boot Systems Issue with Linux Booting after Installing Windows Security Updates
Dual-Boot Systems Issue with Linux Booting After Installing August 2024 Windows Security Update. The Windows security update released on August 13, 2024 (KB5041585) may cause problems for users with a dual-boot setup for Windows and Linux. Specifically, it can prevent Linux from booting correctly. Microsoft has released the August 2024 patches, including Windows 11 updates […]
SCCM
SCCM CMPivot Architecture and Sample Queries
Let’s check SCCM CMPivot Architecture and Sample Queries in this post. CMPivot allows you to quickly assess the state of devices in your environment and take action. Fast channel architecture changed the entire behavior of SCCM. Now it’s not at all a slow-moving server(SMS). You can make it run as fast as you can. The […]
Azure AD
Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks
Key Takeaways Here, we are discussing Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks. According to the latest news coming that After March 31, 2026, any newly created Virtual Network (VNet) will no longer have automatic access to the internet. This update was highlighted by Christiaan Brinkhoff on his social media platform. Microsoft […]
Intune
How to Enable or Disable Device Delete Setting for Diagnostic Data in Windows using Intune Policy
Let’s discuss how to Enable or Disable Device Delete Setting for Diagnostic Data in Windows using Intune Policy. Intune system settings let users manage device features by creating configuration profiles. These profiles control how devices act and ensure they follow company rules. The Disable Device Delete policy in System settings controls if the delete diagnostic […]
Azure
AZ-500 Exam Prep Guide Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate Professional Certificate
Let’s discuss the AZ-500 Exam Prep Guide Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate Professional Certificate. This exam is designed for professionals working with Azure security services and solutions. It validates a candidate’s expertise in managing Azure security controls, identity management, and securing data, applications, and networks in Azure environments. This certification is ideal for security engineers […]
Microsoft 365
3 Easy Methods to Delete Alternate Rows in Microsoft Excel
Let’s explore the 3 Easy Methods to Delete Alternate Rows in Microsoft Excel. Excel arranges data in a grid with numbered rows and lettered columns. This lets users easily perform calculations and other tasks using formulas and functions. In this article, I will explain how to delete every other row in Excel. There are three […]
Intune
Enforce DDM Software Updates on macOS Device using Intune Settings Catalog
This blog post explains Enforce DDM Software Updates on macOS Device using Intune Settings Catalog. DDM makes it easier to handle updates. Devices can now automatically manage updates based on set policies. This reduces interruptions for users and improves their overall experience. Through macOS Settings, IT administrators can control the macOS versions in their organization, […]
Entra
Entra Refresh Tokens Valid for 90 Days Key Actions based on your Licensing Entra ID Free E3 P1 and E5 P2
Let’s discuss Entra Refresh Tokens Valid for 90 Days Key Actions Based on Your Licensing Entra ID Free E3 P1 and E5 P2. Microsoft extended the default validity of the Entra Refresh token to 90 days. Before the recent update, the validity of tokens was typically 14-90 days, depending on the configuration. Refresh tokens themselves do not require a specific […]
Microsoft 365
New Office ADMX Template for Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise Project and Visio | Import to Intune
Microsoft rolled out a New Office ADMX Template Version: 5469.1000 for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise Project and Visio. This post shows how to import the ADMX template to Intune. The administrative Template files (ADMX/ADML) for Microsoft Office have been significantly updated. IT administrators use the Administrative Template files (ADMX/ADML) for Microsoft Office to manage and […]
Intune
Updated Windows Device Sync Experience Enhances Per-Device Troubleshooting
Key Takeaways The updated Windows device sync experience in the Microsoft Intune admin center helps you provide live sync progress. It gives admins better visibility into every stage of the synchronisation process. Instead of waiting without feedback, admins can monitor each step in real time. It makes it easier to confirm that the sync is […]
Windows 11
Top 83 Windows 11 Desktop Admin Interview Questions
Let’s discuss the Top 83 Windows 11 Desktop Admin Interview Questions. Desktop Admins are the real heroes of the IT world because they are real people who interact with end users. They help users resolve various issues in the cyber world. They are technology problem resolvers responsible for establishing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading hardware […]
Intune
Manage Samsung Galaxy Firmware Versions to Improve Security and Compliance using Microsoft Intune
Key Takeaways In this post we are discussing Manage Samsung Galaxy Firmware Versions to Improve Security and Compliance using Microsoft Intune. Microsoft Intune has received a new update that expands firmware management capabilities for Samsung Galaxy devices through Firmware Versionsintegration. This enhancement gives IT administrators more control over firmware and operating system updates, helping them […]
Microsoft 365
Allow or Block Audio Capture Policy in MS Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center
Hi, there today with a new topic Allow or Block Audio Capture Policy in MS Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center. As we all know that Edge browser is one of the significant browsers that uses in many organizations. With the help of MS365, they are providing a list of policies for oragnizations. So we […]
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