AD Domain ServicesArchitecture & Design

Configuring Port Forwarding in Windows Using NETSH

November 17, 2023
Port forwarding is a technique used to direct network traffic from one network port to another. In Windows, the NETSH (Network Shell) command-line tool can be used to set up port forwarding. This article provides a detailed guide for system administrators on how to configure port forwarding using NETSH, a task essential for various network management and troubleshooting scenarios. Understanding…
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AD Domain ServicesArchitecture & Design

Configure domain password policy - Here’s how

November 14, 2023
In this article, we delve into configuring the Active Directory Domain password policy, essential for maintaining robust security and compliance within your organization. The following steps, inspired by user interactions and common queries, aim to provide a comprehensive understanding and hands-on approach for advanced system administrators. Prerequisites for Configuring Domain Password…
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AD Domain ServicesArchitecture & Design

Before migrating to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) 2022

October 31, 2023
In today’s dynamic IT landscape, the need for organizations to be agile and adaptable is more pronounced than ever. Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) stands as the cornerstone of organizational identity. While the allure of designing a brand-new AD infrastructure can be strong, especially with the ever-evolving features and security enhancements, the reality for most organizations is…
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AD Domain ServicesOperations & Troubleshooting

How to troubleshoot Azure AD Federation Issues

July 28, 2023
When configuring Azure AD Federation with third-party Identity Providers, it is not uncommon to encounter issues related to authentication, authorization, and federation metadata. This chapter provides an overview of common issues that can arise and offers troubleshooting tips and best practices for resolving them. Authentication Issues Issue: Users are unable to authenticate using…
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AD Domain ServicesDirectory Objects & Identity Data

How to provision user in Azure - Azure User Provisioning

June 24, 2023
Introduction   User provisioning in Azure is the process of creating, updating, and deleting user accounts in Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). Azure AD is a cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) service that helps organizations manage their users and devices. User provisioning can be done manually or automatically. Manual provisioning involves creating, updating, and deleting…
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AD Domain ServicesAuthentication & Protocols

How to Use Azure AD for LDAP Authentication

March 31, 2023
LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) is a protocol used for accessing and managing directory information over an IP network. It is widely used in enterprise environments to authenticate users against a centralized directory service such as Active Directory. Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) is a cloud-based identity and access management service provided by Microsoft. It provides a…
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AD Domain ServicesOperations & Troubleshooting

Top-12 ways to troubleshoot common issues in Azure AD Tenant

March 31, 2023
In the business world, Azure Active Directory, also known as Azure AD, is a cloud-based service provided by Microsoft that manages the identity and access processes of an organization. Furthermore, it also offers a wide range of features and functionalities that can be used to manage and secure user identities, in addition to authentication, access control, and user provisioning. Despite Azure…
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AD Domain ServicesReplication, Sites & Domain Controllers

Adding a Windows Server 2012 R2 Domain Controller to a New Forest 

March 31, 2023
A Windows 2012 R2 Domain Controller is a server that manages user accounts, passwords, and network resources within a domain. It is the cornerstone of a Windows network and provides centralized authentication, authorization, and policy enforcement for clients on the network. Adding a new domain controller to a forest is a critical task that requires careful planning and execution to ensure that…
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AD Domain ServicesArchitecture & Design

Removing an Exchange Server Mailbox from your environment

March 22, 2023
An Exchange server is Microsoft’s on-premises mail and calendar offering that allows organizations to streamline effective communication amongst employees. You will be required to remove Exchange Server Mailbox for the below reasons: When an organization is updating their existing Exchange server with a new oneWhen the Exchange server is migrated from on-premises/hybrid to cloud…
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AD Domain ServicesArchitecture & Design

How to quickly check windows server uptime

March 22, 2023
Windows Server Uptime is a crucial metric to measure the stability and reliability of a server. It shows how long the server has been running without any interruption. In this article, you will learn how to quickly check Windows Server Uptime in three different ways. Before that, let’s understand why it is important to check windows server uptime.Checking the Windows Server Uptime is…
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