Anoop C Nair

Let’s try to fix Windows Cumulative Updates are not Showing up in SCCM Issue. SCCM is unable to sync Windows OS updates for the September month issue. We have seen this question raised by Sudarshan Reddy in the HTMD forum. I thought of sharing the same in this post to get a better understanding of […]

Let’s have a quick look at AVD Vs. Cloud PC Technical Comparison. Well, this is not a choice comparison between the products. I’m not a management and decision blog post between Windows 365 Cloud PC. I’m trying to compare the technical components of Azure Virtual Desktop (a.k.a AVD) Vs. Cloud PC. AVD Vs. Cloud PCs […]

Let’s understand how to check the registry values using SCCM CMPivot query quickly. The CMPivot is a real-time (almost) reporting tool provided by Microsoft as part of the Microsoft Endpoint Manager (UEM) solution. Configuration Manager CMPivot tool allows us to assess the state of online devices quickly. There is an option to use the CMPivot standalone […]

Let’s try to check how to troubleshoot Microsoft Edge security policy deployment issues with Intune. In the previous blog post, I have already shared the options to deploy Windows 365 Security Baseline Policies to Cloud PCs. Microsoft Edge security policies are also included in the Cloud PC security baseline. You can perform the basic Microsoft Edge […]

The Windows 11 Sign-in options are under the power menu on the start button. This option appeared with the latest version of Windows 11 dev build 22458. The new features, fixes, and updates released with 22458 dev build of Windows 11 won’t appear in the production announced for 5th Oct. I have fixed the Taskbar […]

Learn How to Setup Passwordless Login for Microsoft Accounts. Microsoft introduced passwordless options for Microsoft accounts. Microsoft says with 3 clicks you can remove the complex password you set for your Outlook, Hotmail, or Live account. This is the best way to remove your Microsoft account password securely. First of all, you will need to […]

Let’s understand more about the SCCM WSUS office updates sync failed issue with Error 400 for office updates. You can get more details about the content download Issues with Office updates. Some Windows update logs still use the old name office apps instead of Microsoft 365 apps. I noticed many software update sync errors when […]

Microsoft released Windows 10 KB5005565 September cumulative update. You can deploy the LCU fop Sep 2021 (KB5005565 and KB5005566) using SCCM/WSUS. You can also use Intune to deploy these patches using WUfB. The September LCU KB5005565 is for Windows 10 versions 2004, 20H2, and 21H1. The LCU KB5005566 for Windows 10 version 1909. The known […]

Let’s find out how to fix the AVD Azure AD joined VM login issue with an error code 0x9735. I have mentioned the issue in the post How To Add Azure Virtual Desktop Session Host To Azure AD Join Guide. I think I did find out the reason for the login error. Microsoft announced the […]

Let’s check the list of SCCM clients with latest hardware inventory. The SCCM hardware inventory should be enabled for this option to work. The list of SCCM clients with the latest hardware inventory gives you more confidence about the SCCM client health of these PCs. You can also use the same logic to create dynamic […]

Let’s find out SQL query to find out SCCM clients registered within last 60 days. In this post, we will find out the different options to find out SCCM client registration time and last scan hardware inventory information, etc. You can create a collection of WQL queries also using similar logic. You can create dynamic […]

Let’s learn how to Deploy Registry Fix using Intune Win32 app. I have already posted a fix for the new remote Code Execution Vulnerability in the MSHTML component using SCCM. It’s time to fix the CVE-2021-40444 issue using Intune registry fix method. Microsoft provided a registry file to fix this vulnerability with the office application. […]

Let’s have a quick look at how you can start Intune security baseline Microsoft Defender policy troubleshooting. In the previous blog post, I have already shared the options to deploy Windows 365 Security Baseline Policies to Cloud PCs. You can learn how to start troubleshooting on security baseline policy deployment in this post. Security baselines […]

The latest Windows 11 previews build in the Dev channel come with a new context menu option for recycle bin. The features released with the dev channel will not have this feature on the production release version of Windows 11. Microsoft already announced the release date of Windows 11 is Oct 5th. Windows 11 insider […]

Let’s learn how to enable patching for Server 2022 using SCCM. I have noticed many organizations use ConfigMgr (a.k.a SCCM) to patch server 2022. You can use the SCCM software update configuration that you have already been using to enable Server 2022. The Mainstream end date of Windows server 2022 is Oct 13, 2026, and […]

Microsoft released the details of a new remote code execution vulnerability in MSHTML component. I think we can use SCCM to fix this vulnerability by disabling the installation of ActiveX controls. Microsoft explained the details about the workaround in the CVE-2021-40444. I have added the Intune method to deploy registry fix as well. You can […]

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 […]