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How to Audit Microsoft Defender Antivirus Exclusions with PowerShell and Identify Their Source 1

How to Audit Microsoft Defender Antivirus Exclusions with PowerShell and Identify Their Source

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a cornerstone of endpoint protection, but exclusions—whether for performance, compatibility, or policy reasons—can introduce risk if not properly managed. As IT admins, we need visibility not just into what exclusions exist, but where they originate: local policy, Group Policy (GPO), Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune), or Configuration Manager (SCCM). In this post,
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Windows 11 Pro Upgrade

Windows 11 Pro Upgrade Key: Enhancing Your System’s Professional Abilities

Every other PC available in the local and online stores comes with the Windows 11 Home operating system. PC makers and sellers integrate this OS into a system for its cost-efficiency. The PC market is highly price-sensitive. As a result, you can observe such practices. Windows 11 Home offers significant assistance to users for daily
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Best Ways to Resolve Challenges with Corrupt or Inaccessible Outlook PST File 2

Best Ways to Resolve Challenges with Corrupt or Inaccessible Outlook PST File

Tired of incessant PST corruptions in your Outlook program? This piece’s for you! In this tutorial, we’ll be showing you the best ways to resolve the challenges with corrupt or inaccessible Outlook PST file. Outlook remains one of the most efficient mailing platforms around. In fact, it’s the primary mailing platform for Windows PC users.
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Manually Installing a Monthly Windows Update on Windows Server

Manually Installing a Monthly Windows Update on Windows Server

Overview In some cases, Windows Updates may fail to install via Windows Update or SCCM Software Center. This document provides a step-by-step guide to manually installing a monthly cumulative update (CU) by extracting and installing the relevant CAB files using DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management Tool). Prerequisites Step 1: Download the Windows Update Package
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Enable Remote Desktop

How to Enable Remote Desktop (RDP) Between Two Windows 11 Enterprise PCs on a Home Network

Setting up Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) between two Windows 11 Enterprise PCs on a home network can be incredibly useful for managing multiple machines. However, if you’re using local accounts without a domain, you might run into errors when trying to connect. This guide walks you through the steps to configure RDP on a home
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How to Fix Windows Update Errors

How to Fix Windows Update Errors (Step-by-Step Guide)

Common Windows Update Errors Solution 1: Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter Solution 2: Clear Windows Update Cache Solution 3: Use the System File Checker (SFC) and DISM Commands Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run the following commands: If the issue persists, run these commands: Solution 4: Reset Windows Update Components Run the following commands
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How to Reinstall .NET Framework on Windows Server 2022

How to Reinstall .NET Framework on Windows Server 2022

If you’ve accidentally removed the .NET Framework feature from your Windows Server 2022 and need to reinstall it, follow these steps to get it back up and running. Step 1: Download the Installation Media Step 2: Install .NET Framework Using DISM Step 3: Verify Installation Step 4: Install .NET Framework 4.0 (If Required) If you
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Java MSI Installer Instructions

Java Enterprise Deployment

There are two methods to deploying Java Clients, using MSI or Offline Installation files. This guide will step you through the process of gathering and using both. Offline EXE Silent Installation Instructions You will need to use the Offline Installer that is available from the Java website and then add on the parameters that you require for
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How to Reset Windows Update Group Policy Settings 3

How to Reset Windows Update Group Policy Settings

If you’re transitioning away from Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) or need to troubleshoot Windows Update issues, resetting the Windows Update Group Policy Object (GPO) settings can be essential. Often, corruption in registry permissions can prevent expected changes from taking effect. This guide will walk you through the process of resetting these settings by removing
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Transfer FSMO roles to a new Server

Transfer FSMO roles to a new Server

In this post, we’re continuing our series of YouTube video guides. We recently came across a detailed and well-made guide that explains exactly how to transfer FSMO (Flexible Single Master Operations) roles to a new server. This process is essential for maintaining your Active Directory setup and ensuring smooth server management. We’ve found this guide
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