Active Directory Policies

How to delegate permissions to create GPOs in Windows

Group Policy is a feature in Windows that provides centralized management and configuration of operating systems, applications, and users’ settings in an Active Directory environment. Delegating permissions to create GPOs is essential for distributing administrative tasks while maintaining security and compliance. This article offers a step-by-step guide for system administrators on how to…
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Active Directory Fundamentals

How to schedule a process remotely via WMI

Remote task scheduling is a critical competency for system administrators managing a network of Windows machines. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to schedule a process remotely using Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), without relying on PowerShell. The focus is on using the WMIC tool and the Windows Task Scheduler to execute and manage tasks on remote machines. If you…
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Active Directory Fundamentals

How to create a process via WMI remotely

Creating a Remote Process via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) In the realm of system administration, the ability to remotely manage and automate tasks on Windows machines is crucial. This article provides a detailed guide on how to create a process remotely via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), specifically using the Command Line Interface (CLI). This guide is intended for…
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Active Directory Fundamentals

How to create a task via WMI

Creating a task via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) involves a series of steps that leverage WMI’s powerful framework for managing Windows-based systems. This article is intended for system administrators and technical professionals who are familiar with Windows operating systems and seek to automate and manage tasks using WMI, excluding the use of PowerShell. Introduction to Windows…
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Active Directory Fundamentals

WMI classes and categories

Listing every class in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) would be extensive, as WMI includes hundreds of classes that cover a wide range of functionalities. However, I can guide you on how to find a comprehensive list of all WMI classes and offer a general overview of some of the key categories these classes fall into. Finding All WMI Classes and categories To get a complete list of…
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