Identity and Access Management (IAM) on AWS is a fundamental service that helps you securely manage access to AWS services and resources. It enables you to control who is authenticated (signed in) and authorized (has permissions) to use AWS resources. Here’s a breakdown of the core components and best practices:…
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Metadata cleanup in Active Directory
Performing metadata cleanup in Active Directory is necessary when a domain controller (DC) has been forcefully removed or decommissioned incorrectly, leaving stale references in AD. This can cause replication issues and other problems. Here’s a step-by-step guide for performing metadata cleanup in Windows Server (applies to Server 2012 and later,…
Sysvol and Netlogons folder is not created after FSMO role transfered to new DC
If the SYSVOL and NETLOGON folders are not created on a domain controller after transferring FSMO roles (especially the PDC Emulator and Infrastructure Master), it usually indicates that SYSVOL replication (DFSR or FRS) did not initialize properly on the new DC. Here’s a detailed troubleshooting guide to fix this. ✅…
Difference between Share vs NTFS Permissions vs Security
📊 Comparison Table: Share vs NTFS Permissions vs Security Feature / Aspect Share Permissions NTFS Permissions Security Settings (ACLs) 📍 Where Configured Sharing tab → Advanced Sharing Security tab Security tab → Advanced 🔗 Applies To Access over the network (SMB/UNC paths) Access over local + network Full NTFS model…
Step-by-step guide to install and configure a Windows KMS (Key Management Service) server
✅ 1. System Requirements 🛠️ 2. Install the KMS Host Key a) Install Volume Activation Tools (if not already installed) b) Run Volume Activation Tools 🔧 3. Configure the KMS Host Once the key is validated: To verify: powersnslookup -type=SRV _vlmcs._tcp You should see your KMS server listed. 🔥 4….
Network Level Authentication (NLA) in Windows Server
To disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) in Windows Server, you have several options depending on whether you can access the server locally, via RDP, or only through Safe Mode or offline registry. Below are the most common methods: ✅ Method 1: Disable NLA via System Properties (GUI) ✅ Method 2:…