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Anoop C Nair

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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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Entra

How to Troubleshoot Sign-in Error Code 500121 in Microsoft Intune

Key Takeaways Let’s discuss How to Troubleshoot Sign-in Error Code 500121 in Microsoft Intune. Recently, some users noticed that several login failures were related to Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). These were found in the Sign-in logs under the Users section. The logs showed that users were failing during the strong authentication step. How to Troubleshoot Sign-in […]

February 27, 2026 · 4 min read
Intune

How to Fix Intune Policies Causing Reboot During Windows OOBE

Key Takeaways Let’s discuss how to fix Intune Policies Causing Reboot During Windows OOBE. Recently, some admins raised a concern that unexpected restarts occurred during setup using Windows Autopilot. Many say that devices restart in the middle of the Out of Box Experience or while the Enrollment Status Page is still loading policies. How to […]

February 27, 2026 · 4 min read
Intune

Managing App Clips on Supervised iOS Devices using Microsoft Intune

Key Takeaways Hey, let’s discuss about Managing App Clips on Supervised iOS Devices using Microsoft Intune. This policy allows administrators to control App Clips on supervised iOS devices using Microsoft Intune. App Clips are small parts of apps that can open quickly without installing the full app. By managing this policy, admins can decide whether […]

February 26, 2026 · 6 min read
Intune

Intune Dual Management: How to Manage Data on Contractors Already Managed Devices using Intune and Edge for Business

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss about Intune Dual Management: How to Manage Data on Contractors Already Managed Devices using Intune and Edge for Business. Microsoft introduced a new feature called protection for agency-managed Windows PCs in Edge for Business. Intune Dual Management: How to Manage Data on Contractors Already Managed Devices using Intune and Edge for Business Microsoft Edge for […]

February 26, 2026 · 4 min read
Intune

Windows 11 25H2 Device Readiness Report in Intune for Clear Status Hardware Insights and Smarter Upgrade Planning for IT Admins

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss Windows 11 25H2 Device Readiness Report in Intune for Clear Status Hardware Insights and Smarter Upgrade Planning for IT Admins. The Device Readiness Report of Windows 11 25H2 is now available on Feature Update. It is easy to access with Microsoft Intune Portal. Windows 11 25H2 Device Readiness Report in Intune […]

February 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Windows 365

Faster Work Environment Recovery with Windows First Sign-In Restore for Entra and Hybrid Devices

Key Takeaways Let’s discuss Faster Work Environment Recovery with Windows First Sign-In Restore for Entra and Hybrid Devices. We are excited to share that Microsoft has introduced the First Sign-in Restore Experience in Windows Backup for Organizations. That means now users get another chance to restore their old Windows settings and apps when they sign […]

February 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Intune

Reducing Data Exposure Risks by Restricting Offline Files Settings using Intune Policy

Key Takeaways Let’s discuss Reducing Data Exposure Risks by Restricting offline Files Settings using Intune Policy. This policy is critical for organizations that want to maintain strict control over how offline Files are used on managed Windows devices. By prohibiting user configuration of Offline Files, administrators ensure that end users cannot enable, disable, or modify […]

February 25, 2026 · 7 min read
Intune

Controlling Bluetooth Access on Supervised iPhones and iPads using Intune

Key Takeaways Hey, let’s discuss about How to Controlling Bluetooth Access on Supervised iPhones and iPads. This policy also helps organizations follow security rules and standards. Many companies must control wireless connections for compliance. Bluetooth control supports these requirements. It helps avoid data leaks through unknown devices. Controlling Bluetooth Access on Supervised iPhones and iPads […]

February 24, 2026 · 6 min read
Intune

How to Safely Index Encrypted Stores or Items on Windows Devices using Intune

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss How to Safely Index Encrypted Stores or Items on Windows Devices using Intune. Indexing Encrypted Stores or Items policy controls whether the Windows Search service can “look inside” encrypted files to index their contents. How to Safely Index Encrypted Stores or Items on Windows Devices using Intune Employees who handle thousands […]

February 24, 2026 · 6 min read
Intune

How to Create a Separate Intune Account Without Partner Channel Hassles

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss How to Create a Separate Intune Account Without Partner Channel Hassles. Creating an Separate Microsoft Intune account is serves several important purposes. The main reasons are testing and development, avoiding conflicts etc. How to Create a Separate Intune Account Without Partner Channel Hassles For several reasons Intune Admins create Separate Intune […]

February 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Intune

Manage Extra Files Downloaded when Connecting to a Shared Printer using Intune Policy

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss How to Manage Extra Files Downloaded when Connecting to a Shared Printer using Intune Policy. This policy controls whether the Print Spooler service will process “Queue-specific” files. These are additional files (like configuration files or custom DLLs) that a printer driver tries to install or execute when a print queue is […]

February 23, 2026 · 8 min read
Intune

Manage Administrative Shares on Windows Workstations using Intune ADMX_MSS Legacy Policy

Key Takeaways Manage Administrative Shares on Windows Workstations Using Intune ADMX_MSS Legacy Policy! Today we are discussing, Implementing Recommended Administrative Share Settings Using Intune Policy. These shares have been part of Windows for many years and are only accessible by users with administrative privileges, so standard users cannot see or access them. Using Intune to […]

February 23, 2026 · 7 min read
Intune

Intune Win32 Apps Require HTTPS on Microsoft Connected Cache for Secure Delivery and Certificate Readiness by 16 June 2026

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss Intune HTTPS Support for Connected Cache for Enterprise to Reduce Network Bandwidth Impact. Microsoft plan to enforce HTTPS content delivery for customers using Microsoft Connected Cache for Enterprise and Education from June 16th, 2026, or soon after. Intune HTTPS Support for Connected Cache for Enterprise to Reduce Network Bandwidth Impact HTTPS […]

February 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Intune

Managing Activity Continuation Policy on iOS Devices using Intune

Key Takeaways Hey, let’s discuss about How to Managing Activity Continuation Policy on iOS Devices Using Intune. This policy controls Activity Continuation (Handoff) on iOS and macOS devices. Activity Continuation allows users to start work on one Apple device and continue it on another device using the same Apple ID. Managing Activity Continuation Policy on […]

February 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Intune

How to Fix Windows MDM Enrollment Error 80180014 in Intune Device Restriction Issue

Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss about, How to Fix Windows MDM Enrollment Error 80180014 in Intune Device Restriction Issue. Intune users affected an issue with Device Restriction and getting server error code 80180014. The error message shows that, this feature is not supported. How to Fix Windows MDM Enrollment Error 80180014 in Intune Device Restriction Issue […]

February 20, 2026 · 3 min read