Anoop C Nair

This week, Microsoft released New Clipchamp Video Editor as part of the Windows 11 insider build release. I think Clipchamp Video Editor is the replacement for the Windows Movie Maker application. This post is a quick Clipchamp user guide. Microsoft acquired Clipchamp to empower creators on the 7th of Sep 2021. The Clipchamp comes with […]

Microsoft announced a new Cloud Based Microsoft Defender App for home users. This Cloud Based security app is available on Windows, iOS, Android, and macOS platforms. This is designed for home users and will be part of the associated Microsoft 365 Family or Personal subscription in the future. The Microsoft 365 family subscription is not […]

In this post, you will get an overview of the Quick Assist user guide. Quick Assist is the free remote support tool for Windows 10 and Windows 11. You can use Quick Assist to get remote support or remote assistance to resolve technical issues with Windows 11 devices. Microsoft added Quick Assist application into Microsoft […]

Let’s have a quick a loo at VLSC user guide with work or school accounts. Microsoft seems to transform volume licensing capabilities to modern platforms such as Microsoft 365 Admin Center. The VLSC login is allowed with Work or School accounts from Oct 2020. Microsoft Admin Center requires Work or School Accounts to access and […]

Microsoft has released Windows 10 KB5011487 and Windows 11 KB5011493as part of the March 2022 Patch Tuesday. The patches are made available through different deployment channels such as ConfigMgr (aka WSUS) and Intune (WUfB). The main highlight of Windows 10 KB5011487 and Windows 11 KB5011493 patches fixed the issue of retaining old profile content in “Windows.old” after resetting the device. Rudy […]

Let’s check the step-by-step guide to SQL Server 2019 Upgrade for SCCM Secondary site server database. I have been part of many in-place upgrades for SQL servers in SCCM infrastructure with the CAS, child primary, and secondary servers. It’s important to understand the sequence (or order) that you should upgrade SQL servers in your SCCM […]

In this post, you will see how to fix SCCM Site Database has a Backlog of SQL Change Tracking Data warnings. This SCCM prerequisite warning is common during primary server upgrades or update scenarios. SQL Server change tracking cleanup activity for Configuration Manager is documented well. However, the important point here is that you can’t […]

Let’s check how to fix the SCCM Setup will not continue because of WARNING in prerequisite check Issue. I have seen an issue recently where the SCCM CB upgrade sits forever at the installation phase. During the SCCM (aka ConfigMgr) upgrade, it’s normal to have warning messages in prerequisite checks. The logic of the warning […]

Let’s check how to configure proxy settings in Windows 11 and Server 2022. I have not seen many scenarios where the proxy is used apart from the college/university campuses. Windows 11 proxy settings and Edge browser proxy settings are in one place now! Proxy provides more secure and controlled access to the internet from Windows […]

Let’s see the latest Fixes for SCCM 2111 with Hotfix KB12896009 Update Rollup. Microsoft released the hotfix rollup update for ConfigMgr 2111 on the 3rd of March 2022. When you upgrade SCCM infrastructure to the latest version 2111, make sure to install the newest rollup update KB12896009. This helps you resolve many known issues with […]

Let’s fix the insufficient access rights issue with SCCM Active Directory Forest publishing. The AD forest publishing is important for domain-joined Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices to locate SCCM Management Point. I have noticed that SCCM secondary site can’t publish the site details into Active Directory forest. In this scenario, primary and secondary servers […]

Let’s discuss SCCM SQL Data Visualization using Azure Data Studio and Query editing and execution in this post. Find out whether ConfigMgr admins can use Azure Data Studio instead of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). Microsoft already bundled the Azure Data Studio application with the latest version of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) installers. Microsoft […]

Let’s check how to install SQL Server Management Studio with Azure Data Studio Installation and Upgrade as Part of the SCCM Secondary Server. The SQL Server Management Studio (aka SSMS) is useful to troubleshoot SCCM secondary server SQL Express Database. You can download, install, or upgrade SQL management studio and Azure Data Studio separate applications […]

Let’s have a quick look at fixing the Microsoft Store Sign in error 0x800706d9 on Windows 11 Domain Joined, or Azure AD joined PCs. I have also seen the sign-in issues with Windows 11 or Windows 10 PCs. The Microsoft Store sign-in (login to MS Store) error 0x800706d9 with Windows 11 non-Domain Joined (Non-Azure AD […]

Let’s learn how to create Windows 11 bootable USB drive from ISO. There are multiple ways to make a bootable USB drive. It’s different from Windows 10 bootable USB creation process. The primary method to upgrade to Windows 11 is using Windows Updates. If your Windows 10 device is eligible for Windows 11, you will […]

Let’s find out the SCCM CMPivot query to check Windows 11 Compatibility. You have to make sure all the documented prerequisites are met to upgrade to Windows 11. The CMPivot queries shared in the post help quickly identify compatibility issues related to the Windows 11 upgrade. There is a compatibility checker tool from Microsoft to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. 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 […]