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This post will learn about Windows 11 new file explorer experience design details. There are several new design changes in the Windows 11 new file explorer. The end-user experience of Windows 11 compared with Windows 10 file explorer. The new file explorer experience didn’t come with multiple Tabs (more details below) options similar to tabs […]

Let’s learn about issues related to the Azure Virtual Desktop patching issue. This issue only applies to AVD (a.k.a) virtual machines managed using SCCM (Configuration Manager) and WSUS. The patching issue only impacts Windows 10 Enterprise multi-session, version 1909. If you manage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) with Intune and Windows Update for Business (WUfB), this […]

Let’s learn Windows 11 how to hide taskbar. The hide taskbar option in Windows 11 is helpful while playing Xbox games. There are many other scenarios where hiding the taskbar from Windows 11 is better. The Windows taskbar is an integral part of the Windows operating system. It offers a versatile platform for multitasking and […]

Let’s see how to fix the error “failed to create SQL Always On certificate ConfigMgr 2103.” Today, I’d like to explore fixing the SCCM that failed to create an SQL Always On Certificate Error. Microsoft released a new out-of-band hotfix, KB10216365, for SCCM 2103. This KB fixes the problem of being unable to move the […]

Let’s check Windows 11 new Microsoft Store (preview) walkthrough guide. I consider the Microsoft Store a more secure way of installing apps on a Windows PC. Microsoft released the next version of Windows 11 in the insider preview. The new Microsoft store will offer a unique movie discount for Xbox Game Pass members. Microsoft redesigned […]

Let’s find out the ConfigMgr CMPivot Query to Collect Windows Update Logs from the SCCM Client Remotely. The ConfigMgr CMPivot is based on a fast-channel notification architecture. The WindowsUpdate.log is part of event logs called WindowsUpdateClient with the latest versions of Windows. Many organizations use SCCM (WSUS) and Intune (WUfB) to patch Windows 10 devices. Collecting […]

Let’s discuss the Microsoft MVP Award 2021-2022 in this post. During these years (especially 2020 and 2021), we all face difficult times. It’s also been a special year for the Microsoft MVP community. I feel humbled, grounded, and honored to have received the MVP award for seven consecutive years. It’s spending a lot of family […]

Let’s understand more about SCCM Collection Incremental updates not Working because of non-supported WMI Classes. A set of WMI classes is not supported with SCCM collection incremental updates. Let’s check what the not-supported SCCM collection incremental updates WMI classes are. Let’s understand the best practices for creating collections. You should not enable incremental updates for […]

Let’s check the details of Windows 11 Quality Updates Improvements: CUs are 40% smaller. Windows Update on Windows 11 UI has been changed. You can get details about Windows 11 update history and uninstall updates. Let’s check whether Windows 11 feature updates and quality updates have changed. The Windows 11 update experience will change drastically […]

Create the SCCM Collection for Co-Managed Devices using this How-to Guide. Let’s learn more about the SCCM collection for Co-Managed Devices. The brain of this post is the WQL query to create an SCCM (ConfigMgr) dynamic device collection for co-managed devices. You can have both static collections and dynamic collections for grouping co-managed devices. I […]

Let’s understand how to disable or enable Snap Layouts on Windows 11 PCs. The new feature snap layout on Windows 11 helps end-users multitask more efficiently by arranging the application windows in predefined layouts. Six predefined snap layouts arrange applications intuitively and easily. The Snap Layouts on Windows 11 help avoid arranging application windows using […]

Windows 11 snap layouts are a new feature that helps end-users provide a better multitasking experience. This feature offers many options for arranging multiple windows in the most preferred way. The snap layout feature, which provides six layouts for arranging apps on the desktop, can be used for all apps in Windows 11. Windows 11 […]

Key Takeaways This post will try to keep the list up to date with the latest Windows 11 build numbers. The most recent major production release of Windows 11 is version 25H2 (build 10.0.26200.7840), updated through KB5077181 on 10th February 2026. Alongside 25H2, Windows 11 version 24H2 (build 10.0.26100.7840) and version 23H2 (build 10.0.22631.6649) also […]

Today, I will explore Upgrade to Windows 11 Register with Insider Program Registration Process | How-to Guide. Let’s quickly examine the options for upgrading to Windows 11 and the Windows 11 Insider Program Registration Process. Microsoft announced the first Insider Preview for Windows 11. Let’s take a quick look at its New Features and Latest […]

I presented a session about the Azure Virtual Desktop End-User Experience Journey with Intune Management in Ghana’s Microsoft user group. My presentation focused on the Windows single session (persistent) host enrollment journey. Let me share the AVD (a.k.a WVD) journey with modern management (Single Session/Persistent VMs) without Autopilot/WhiteGlove. If you are wondering whether you can […]

Let’s see Deprecated Applications from Windows 11 | Features. Microsoft announced more details about the features and applications removed from Windows 11, now available on Windows 10 PCs. Microsoft announced Windows 11 on 25 June 2021 and is working on a commercial enterprise offering. Windows 11 comes with major changes for enterprises, and migration from […]

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 […]