In this tutorial, we walk through the process of safely removing a Domain Controller from a Windows Active Directory domain. We cover critical steps, including transferring FSMO roles, updating DNS settings, checking Active Directory health, and fully demoting the domain controller. Whether you’re managing an on-premises or Azure-hosted Active
In this video, we walk through the process of promoting an Azure Virtual Machine running Windows Server 2025 Datacenter Azure Edition to a Windows Active Directory Domain Controller. Along the way, we cover key considerations, including setting a static IP in Azure, preventing deallocation issues, avoiding snapshot-based backups, and
Confused about Azure storage options? In this video, we break down the three main storage solutions in Microsoft Azure—Blob, File, and Disk storage. Learn how each option works, when to use them, and key differences in access, performance, and cost. Whether you’re building web applications, managing file shares, or
Tired of server reboots disrupting your environment? In this video, we dive into Hotpatch for Windows Server—a game-changing feature that applies security updates without rebooting your system! Learn how Hotpatch works, the supported Windows Server editions (including Azure and Arc-enabled VMs), and how to manage updates using Azure Update
In this video, we explore SMB over QUIC, a secure and encrypted way to access Windows file shares over the internet without a VPN. As organizations move away from traditional VPNs, SMB over QUIC provides a seamless, high-performance solution for remote users while maintaining enterprise-level security with TLS 1.3
