Windows
PowerShell For Loop Tutorial with Examples
Looping through a set of instructions until a certain condition is met is a fundamental concept in any programming language, and PowerShell is no exception. Loops in PowerShell, such as the for loop, foreach loop, and ForEach-Object cmdlet, provide a powerful way to process collections of objects, files, or any set of data. In this…
Read MoreHow to use the GPUpdate /Force Command
One of the tasks that System Administrators have is ensuring that policy settings are consistently applied across their computer network. The GPUpdate command is used to quickly apply new or changed Group Policies and is often used while testing the creation or modification of Group Policy Objects. When immediate policy application is needed, the gpupdate…
Read MoreActive Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) Installation and Tutorial
Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) is part of Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD). This system manages all the critical user details, such as names, emails, addresses, and crucial login information like passwords. In the IT world, when people talk about “Active Directory”, they’re often referring to ADUC. It’s the go-to tool for organizing and controlling…
Read MorePowerShell Get-ChildItem Tutorial
The “Get-ChildItem” cmdlet in PowerShell is a key tool for listing and managing items within file systems and directories. It’s designed to help users efficiently navigate and manipulate their file system. The Get-ChildItem provides a more powerful and flexible way to navigate and manipulate data in PowerShell environments. In this post, our focus will be…
Read MoreHow to write PowerShell Comments
Introduction Welcome to the PowerShell comments tutorial! If you’ve ever worked with PowerShell scripts, you know they can get pretty complex. Comments are the unsung heroes in these scripts. They’re like those sticky notes you put in your textbook – not part of the main text, but super helpful for understanding what’s going on. In…
Read MoreWhat is an Active Directory Forest?
Active Directory Forests are essential components in modern network infrastructures. They serve as the overarching framework for managing networked resources in an organization. An Active Directory Forest represents the top level in an Active Directory (AD) environment. It includes one or more domains, each sharing a common schema and global catalog. This structure is vital…
Read MoreActive Directory 101: A Step-by-Step Tutorial for Beginners
1. Introduction Active Directory (AD) is an essential component for managing networked systems within many business environments. At its core, AD provides a centralized platform for organizing, managing, and securing network resources, including computers, user accounts, and other assets. Developed by Microsoft, AD is a cornerstone of many enterprise-level Windows networks, offering a range of…
Read MoreWhat is Active Directory
What is Active Directory and why is it important? In an organization, security is very important. It does not only cover the physical setup of the company but also the security of their network. The overall security of the organization’s network is a critical responsibility of the Network and System Administrator. Just like people are…
Read MoreWindows Cyber Security – STIGs for Beginners
This tutorial will show you how you can get started learning the technical side of Cyber Security for Windows environments. This tutorial is going to show you how to use STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) to identify low, medium and high vulnerabilities and patch them in your Windows Environments. What is a STIG? A STIG…
Read MoreHow to enable Advanced Features in Active Directory
Active Directory includes an Advanced Features view that will allow you to access several items that are hidden by default. This tutorial will show you how you can enable the Advanced Features view within Active Directory Users and Computers. Step 1. Start Server Manager Click the Windows button and select Server Manager: Step 2. Start…
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