Microsoft cloud computing and hybrid services

Microsoft's transition to a cloud-focused technology company requires administrators to expand their skill sets to not only deploy hybrid services but to also monitor the costs associated with this consumption model. Find tips to help IT keep pace with the latest cloud technologies rolling out of Redmond and with the corresponding management tools.

March 03, 2022 03 Mar'22
Microsoft updates Azure for Operators, joins AT&T in private 5G

Microsoft's latest Azure for Operators update includes critical 5G services. The company also joined AT&T in a private 5G service that can roam on the carrier's public network.
July 24, 2020 24 Jul'20
IT's move to Azure drives Microsoft revenues skyward

The shift to remote work and accelerated cloud migrations during the pandemic have resulted in strong revenue growth for Microsoft. The company reported its Q4 earnings this week.
April 15, 2020 15 Apr'20
3 zero-day fixes in heavy April Patch Tuesday release

Complications arising from the coronavirus pandemic could slow the rollout of this month's Microsoft security updates as IT teams deal with an influx of remote workers.
May 02, 2011 02 May'11
Microsoft hopes storage spec gets a boost under SCVMM 2012

Microsoft believes its SMI-S specification can address the needs of Windows shops with multi-vendor storage needs, but it will need support from storage vendors to make it happen.

Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content

These Azure Logic Apps examples assist with your admin needs

Admins can get some automated assistance with provisioning and monitoring by learning how to work with triggers in Microsoft's integration platform as a service. Continue Reading
How to set up automated log collection with PowerShell

Gathering logs from on-premises Windows Server systems or Office 365 cloud services is a necessary but tedious job. Try a PowerShell script to ease the pain. Continue Reading
Microsoft Identity Manager

Microsoft Identity Manager -- also called Microsoft Identity Manager 2016 or MIM -- is an on-premises tool that enables organizations to manage access, users, policies and credentials. Continue Reading

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Why admins should learn how to use Azure Logic Apps

In an increasingly cloudy IT world, the iPaaS offering from Microsoft can bridge management gaps with automated workflows that require little technical expertise. Continue Reading
Guide to Windows Server Hybrid Administrator certification

The new accreditation takes a more focused approach with exams that require knowledge of deploying traditional infrastructure components and their Microsoft Azure equivalent. Continue Reading
Microsoft cloud certifications Windows admins should pursue

The surge in remote work means admins with skills with Microsoft's cloud technologies are in demand. You can prove your proficiency by acquiring these Microsoft certifications. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Send automated messages with this Azure Logic Apps tutorial

Learn to use the Microsoft cloud-based product to automatically send an email or a message from Microsoft Teams when you need to know if a task completed properly. Continue Reading
Learn to work with the Office 365 unified audit log

Administrators who need to check on suspicious activities in the Office 365 platform can perform a unified audit log search to help with their investigation. Continue Reading
Try default values in PowerShell parameters for flexibility

When you lock down your code to work in specific conditions, your automation efforts can fall flat. Try these techniques to add more versatility to your PowerShell scripts. Continue Reading

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Cut coding corners with return values in PowerShell functions

In certain instances, a return keyword is a good option to exit the current scope of a function and to reduce the bloat from a PowerShell script. Continue Reading
Microsoft Cloud App Security aims to expand your defenses

Data center security tools have little control over the plethora of SaaS apps used in the enterprise. A Microsoft offering attempts to bridge that gap to ward off threats. Continue Reading
Securing Active Directory also involves good backup practices

The 'Active Directory Administration Cookbook' covers what admins can do in advance to bring the identity and access management platform back online after an attack. Continue Reading