just don't write about it like I used to. An average of a post per week for nine years, which is what I managed previously, wasn't always something I planned to maintain.

this update it blew up my repo with over 100 issues due to all the changes and I assumed Microsoft had changed how they formatted their website, but they hadn't.

and other crucial mailbox items. Several reasons may prompt you to extract these mailboxes from EDB file.

during a maintenance window is usually the most efficient way to update them offline. This involves mounting the virtual disk and installing updates through PowerShell. This approach also benefits VMs that have been powered off for an extended period. Instead of starting them in an outdated and potentially vulnerable state, you can apply critical security updates in advance.

allows users and groups in a new domain to retain access to resources that still rely on permissions from the old domain. However, once migrations are completed, these historical SIDs can become clutter, posing both security and administrative challenges.

PowerShell console using native C/C++ code, bypassing security features like AMSI and Constrained Language Mode.

old and now obsolete IDCRL protocol to use modern (OAuth) authentication in versions released from March 28, 2025. The update to OAuth should not affect scripts, but it's always wise to test in case your use of the module is an edge case that Microsoft doesn't test.

PowerShell using a local Ollama LLM. This approach lets you use AI in your terminal without relying on cloud APIs, which is great for privacy. This review highlights the use of ShellGPT on Windows through PowerShell. If you are using Mac or Linux, check out our earlier review of ShellGPT.

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However, even after a project ends, the corresponding team often remains in the execution phase, leading to a growing number of inactive teams in Microsoft Teams.

one that has come up a number of times. With that in mind I've written a PowerShell Module to expose and simplify integration with Dynamics 365 F&O for Users and Roles.

automation, to discuss his unique journey into IT, the power of persistence in learning, and his work on RemotePro, a sophisticated PowerShell-based security camera management tool. Cody shares how he transitioned from food delivery to IT, leveraged PowerShell to streamline operations in physical security, and how asking the right questions helped accelerate his growth.