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Windows Server Core – Command Line Only Administration

Mastering Windows Server Core with Command Line Power Windows Server Core 2022 strips the GUI fat, leaving a lean, mean machine that thrives on command-line control—and in 2025, it’s your ticket to lightweight, secure server management. This guide’s your deep dive into running Server Core like a pro, from setup to daily ops, role installs,
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PowerShell Active Directory Management in 2025: The Definitive Guide

Mastering Active Directory with PowerShell Active Directory (AD) is the backbone of Windows networks, and PowerShell 7.4 is your heavy artillery for running it like a boss in 2025. This isn’t a one-trick CSV export pony—it’s your full-on AD domination manual, covering user creation, group juggling, bulk automation, security audits, and troubleshooting on Server 2022
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SCCM Software Deployment in 2025: Step-by-Step Mastery

Unleashing SCCM for Software Deployment Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)—now tucked into Endpoint Manager—is your heavy hitter for rolling out software across Windows fleets in 2025. Whether it’s pushing Notepad++, custom EXEs, or the latest patches, this guide digs into every angle of SCCM deployment on Server 2022 or Windows 11 clients. From prepping
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Hyper-V on Windows Server 2025: Ultimate Setup Guide

Mastering Hyper-V Virtualization on Windows Server Hyper-V on Windows Server 2022 is your ticket to powerful virtualization—whether you’re running a homelab, hosting VMs for a small business, or prepping for enterprise workloads. This guide walks you through installation, configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting with step-by-step details, PowerShell tricks, and insider tips. From nested VMs to GPU
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Windows Update Group Policy in 2025: Complete Configuration Guide

Mastering Windows Update Management with Group Policy Managing Windows Updates via Group Policy (GPO) remains a cornerstone for IT admins in 2025, especially with Windows 11 24H2 and Server 2022 dominating. Whether you’re delaying feature updates, enforcing patch schedules, or integrating with Intune, this guide dives into every step, tool, and trick to keep your
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VMware vSphere Custom Drivers in 2025: Realtek and More

Add Custom Drivers to VMware vSphere in 2025 VMware vSphere 8.0 Update 2 rules virtualization in 2025, but some hardware—like Realtek NICs—still needs custom drivers, especially for homelabs. This guide walks you through injecting drivers into ESXi for modern setups. Step 1: Gather Tools Download the vSphere 8.0 U2 ISO from VMware Customer Connect (login
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Windows Server Backup in 2025: Setup, Tools, and Best Practices

Mastering Windows Server Backup in 2025 Backing up Windows Server is critical for any IT setup, from small businesses to enterprises. With Windows Server 2022 as the go-to in 2025, this guide dives deep into configuring backups, choosing tools, and ensuring recovery works when you need it. Whether you’re using built-in Windows Server Backup, PowerShell
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PowerShell Disk Space Monitoring in 2025: Local and Cloud

Monitor Disk Space with PowerShell in 2025 Tracking disk space is a timeless IT task, but in 2025, PowerShell 7.4 brings cross-platform power and cloud integration to the table. Whether you’re managing local servers or Azure VMs, this guide delivers a modern script to keep your drives in check. Local Disk Monitoring (Windows/Linux) Step 1:
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