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Category: Network & Systems

Elevating Cybersecurity: A Story of Standards, Strategy, and Success
Microsoft 365 / Network & Systems / Security
  • March 25, 2024
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  • 6 mins
  • 1 year
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Elevating Cybersecurity: A Story of Standards, Strategy, and Success

In the realm of cybersecurity, achieving and maintaining certifications such as Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus is a testament to a […]

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Frozen Servers, Melting Trust: The Day IT Went Dark
Active Directory / Leadership / Network & Systems / Teamwork
  • November 28, 2023
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  • 14 mins
  • 2 years
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Frozen Servers, Melting Trust: The Day IT Went Dark

I previously shared a post called We all have war stories! and, today, I’m going to tell a story that has stayed […]

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A cautionary tale about the Necessity of Robust Backups and BCDR Planning
Active Directory / Backup / Network & Systems / Security / Teamwork
  • October 19, 2023
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  • 10 mins
  • 2 years
  • 1,420 word
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A cautionary tale about the Necessity of Robust Backups and BCDR Planning

In the world of IT, we often stress the importance of robust backups and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) plans. Today, […]

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Replication is not a backup!
Backup / Network & Systems
  • June 5, 2023
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  • 2 mins
  • 2 years
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Replication is not a backup!

I have encountered this situation numerous times, and it has become increasingly important for people to acknowledge the gravity of the matter. […]

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Getting storage info using PowerShell
Active Directory / Automation / Network & Systems / PowerShell / Programming
  • May 29, 2023
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  • 2 mins
  • 2 years
  • 207 words

Getting storage info using PowerShell

I recently encountered a task where I needed to determine the current storage capacity of all servers in a domain. Since there […]

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There’s often no need to rush!
Backup / Leadership / Monitoring / Network & Systems / Security / Teamwork
  • May 22, 2023
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  • 3 mins
  • 2 years
  • 342 words

There’s often no need to rush!

I recently encountered a frustrating situation involving a rushed server update that lacked proper planning and collaboration within the team. This incident […]

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Set Windows Event Log Max Size on Domain Controllers
Active Directory / Monitoring / Network & Systems / PowerShell
  • May 1, 2023
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  • 1 min
  • 2 years
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Set Windows Event Log Max Size on Domain Controllers

Recently, we received a request to set the maximum log size of all domain controllers to 25MB. Considering the significant number of […]

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Migrating from NTFRS to DFSR
Active Directory / Network & Systems
  • April 24, 2023
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  • 4 mins
  • 2 years
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Migrating from NTFRS to DFSR

I recently posted about my top 10 tips for a healthier active directory, and one of the items was to migrate from […]

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Top 10 tips for a healthier Active Directory
Active Directory / Monitoring / Network & Systems / Security
  • April 17, 2023
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  • 20 mins
  • 2 years
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Top 10 tips for a healthier Active Directory

The state of Active Directory instances that I have come across over the years has left me amazed. It is rare that […]

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Microsoft Security Copilot: Empowering defenders at the speed of AI
Artificial Intelligence / Network & Systems / Security
  • April 4, 2023
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  • 4 mins
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Microsoft Security Copilot: Empowering defenders at the speed of AI

Microsoft recently unveiled Security Copilot, an innovative tool designed to provide seamless collaboration between security teams. With Security Copilot, defenders can gain […]

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About me

Certified Microsoft and Veeam IT engineer with extensive experience in managing physical and virtual environments, including cloud-based solutions. Skilled in team collaboration, and problem-solving. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve people's lives. Confident in tackling any challenge.

Latest posts

The Dangers of Phishing: A Real-Life Incident and the Importance of Cybersecurity
The Dangers of Phishing: A Real-Life Incident and the Importance of Cybersecurity
May 7, 2025
Elevating Cybersecurity: A Story of Standards, Strategy, and Success
Elevating Cybersecurity: A Story of Standards, Strategy, and Success
March 25, 2024
Frozen Servers, Melting Trust: The Day IT Went Dark
Frozen Servers, Melting Trust: The Day IT Went Dark
November 28, 2023
Gardening Leave: Protecting Interests and Fostering a Smooth Transition
Gardening Leave: Protecting Interests and Fostering a Smooth Transition
November 6, 2023

Recent Posts

  • The Dangers of Phishing: A Real-Life Incident and the Importance of Cybersecurity
  • Elevating Cybersecurity: A Story of Standards, Strategy, and Success
  • Frozen Servers, Melting Trust: The Day IT Went Dark
  • Gardening Leave: Protecting Interests and Fostering a Smooth Transition
  • The Illusive 4-Day Workweek: A Dream or a Reality?

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