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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.
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AVD
Intune Support for Multi-Session Windows Server OS Version | AVD Workloads
Let’s discuss Intune support for Multi-Session Windows Server OS version Windows 11 or Windows 10 multi-session. Intune support is there only for a server opening system called multi-session. The Intune support for the rest of the server operating system is still not there. Intune support is already available for Hybrid Azure AD, and Azure AD […]
Windows 11
Disable or Enable Windows 11 Context Menu How to Guide
How to Disable or Enable Guide Windows 11 Context Menu? Let’s check Windows 11 context menu and share dialog improvements. The issues with Windows 10 context menu options are also explained in this post. Windows 11 improved the context menus and the Share dialog in response to interfaces compared to Windows 10 context menu. Windows 11 […]
Teams
Turn Off or On Microsoft Teams Suggested Replies Feature Available on Windows 11 Desktop
Let’s check the Turn Off or On Microsoft Teams Suggested Replies Feature Available on Windows 11 Desktop. Microsoft has started deploying the Suggested replies option to the Microsoft Teams Desktop version. The Suggested replies feature has already been deployed to the mobile version of Microsoft Teams. The Teams Suggested reply feature may not be available […]
Windows 11
How to Customize Windows 11 Taskbar Step by Step Guide
You have many options to customize Windows 11 taskbar. You can hide or show notification icons to Taskbar. Some settings can be changed only using the registry hacks or changes. Windows 11 Taskbar alignment changes are possible only with the registry or the setting app. Let’s learn how to customize Windows 11 Taskbar Notification Area and Taskbar […]
Intune
Migrate Group Policies GPOs to Intune Settings Catalog policy
Let’s check how to Migrate Group Policies GPOs to Intune using Settings Catalog policy and Group Policy Analytics. Microsoft added a migration option to the Group Policy Analytics workflow. The system admins can quickly import, asses, and migrate GPOs to Intune using Intune Group Policy Analytics workflow. This is the easiest method to migrate on-prem […]
SCCM
Get SCCM WSUS Obsolete Updates Deletion Alerts using Status Message Queries
Let’s check how to get SCCM WSUS Obsolete Updates Deletion Alerts using Status Message Query. I have shared a custom SCCM status message query to get details of WSUS cleanup tasks. The status message alerts can help to trigger the automation process as well. WSUS cleanup was one of the tedious tasks for me as […]
SCCM
List of 43 SCCM Status Message Queries | Custom Query for SCCM Task Sequence Engine Status Messages
Let’s find out the list of SCCM status message queries. There are 43 default queries available in the latest SCCM Current Branch release. I have also shared a Custom Query for SCCM Task Sequence Engine Status Messages. I have also shared the simple method to create and run a simple SCCM custom status message query. […]
Windows 365
How to Purchase Windows 365 Cloud PC License | Real World Scenario
Let’s check How to Purchase Windows 365 Cloud PC License. A real world scenario of purchasing the Windows Cloud PC. I have purchased a 8 vCPU 32 GB Cloud PC to go through the experience. Windows 365 Cloud PC is DaaS solution from Microsoft to help Stream apps, data, and settings to any device, Pick […]
Windows 11
Windows 11 Cloud PC Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux Android Sandbox and Hyper-V
Let’s learn How to Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux Android Sandbox, and Hyper-V on Windows 11 Cloud PC. Linux, Android Windows Subsystems, and Hyper-V specifically provide hardware virtualization. That means each virtual machine runs on virtual hardware. Hyper-V lets you create virtual hard drives, switches, and many other virtual devices, all of which can be […]
SCCM
Windows 10 KB5012599 Windows 11 KB5012592 LCU with Recovery Disk Known Issue April Patch
Microsoft released Windows 10 KB5012599 and Windows 11 KB5012592 as part of the April 2022 Patch Tuesday with a known recovery disk issue. The recovery disk issue is impacting both Windows 11 and Windows 10 PCs. These patches are made available through different deployment channels such as Microsoft Update Catalog, ConfigMgr (aka WSUS), and Intune (WUfB). Three known issues are not […]
SCCM
SCCM Asset Intelligence Deprecation and Remove Asset Intelligence Sync Point Role
Let’s learn more about SCCM Asset Intelligence Deprecation and how to Remove SCCM Asset Intelligence Sync Point Role. The AI Sync Point site system role is deprecated as part of the SCCM Asset Intelligence deprecation. Asset Intelligence is used for a wide variety of features in SCCM (aka ConfigMgr). The Asset Intelligence catalog & Asset […]
Intune
Intune Vs SCCM and WSUS Vs WUfB Patching Method Differences
What are the differences between WSUS Vs WUfB and Intune Vs SCCM Patching Methods? Let’s find out more details about Windows Patch Management using Intune vs ConfigMgr. What are the main differences between modern and traditional patching solutions for Microsoft applications and operating systems? Third-party application patching is another beast that you might need to […]
SCCM
SCCM 2203 Upgrade Guide with Top 5 Best New Features
Let’s learn how to perform SCCM 2203 Upgrade using the following step-by-step guide. This post also provides details of the Top 5 Best New Features and changes made available with the production release of Configuration Manager 2203. Microsoft released the KB14244456 – Update rollup for SCCM version 2203 on 24th June 2022. Make sure you […]
SCCM
SQL Query for SCCM Client Last Scan Time SUP WSUS Scan CAB File Version Details
SQL Query for SCCM Client Last Scan Time is made available with this post. Apart from the last scan details, this report provides SUP or WSUS server location details and CAB File Version details. Learn how to create an SCCM custom report for SCCM Client Last Scan Time, Last Reboot Date to help with troubleshooting. […]
SCCM
FIX SCCM SQL Replication Issues using Replication Link Analyzer
Let’s see how to FIX SCCM SQL Replication Issues using Replication Link Analyzer. SCCM Database replication issues are common when you have an SCCM hierarchy with CAS, Primary, or Secondary servers. Let’s check what the necessary troubleshooting steps an SCCM admin can perform are. SCCM replication issue is not very easy to troubleshoot via forums […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
Microsoft 365
How to Allow or Block Web Authentication Requests on Sites with Broken TLS Certificates in Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center
Hi there today we are discussing how to Allow or Block Web Authentication Requests on Sites with Broken TLS Certificates in Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center. As you all know that security measurements are very important for the users Especially using a browser. Here secure method that allows users to log in to websites […]
SCCM DP Roles have PXE and Throttling Options ConfigMgr 2012
SCCM DP Roles have PXE and Throttling Options ConfigMgr. Exciting changes have been made to the Configuration Manager 2012 DP and PXE (more details). In Configuration Manager 2012, unifying infrastructure and simplifying administration are two of the release’s three key pillars (the third is user empowerment). Keeping those pillars in mind, we have updated the […]
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