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Windows Backup & Restore via Intune & Autopilot
Finally, a native way to keep user data safe across device lifecycles Microsoft has quietly introduced a long-awaited feature that’s bound to make both IT admins and end users breathe a little easier: Windows Backup integrated with Intune and Autopilot. This isn’t just about file recovery—it’s about preserving the user experience across device transitions, migrations, and even hardware failures. Let’s break down…
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Windows Autopilot ESP Gets Smarter: Update Functionality Arrives
Microsoft has quietly dropped a powerful enhancement to the Enrollment Status Page (ESP) in Windows Autopilot — and it’s one that IT admins have been waiting for. The new Update feature allows devices to install pending Windows updates during ESP, ensuring that endpoints are secure and compliant right from the start. Let’s unpack what this means, why it matters, and how…
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Edge’s New Typosquatting Protection: A Quiet Revolution in Browser Safety
If you’ve ever mistyped a website address and ended up somewhere sketchy, you’re not alone. Typosquatting—where malicious actors register domains that look almost like legitimate ones—is a subtle but dangerous threat. Thankfully, Microsoft Edge is stepping up with a new feature that quietly but effectively protects users from these traps. 🔍 What Is Typosquatting? Typosquatting…
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Cloud-Managed Remote Mailboxes: Flip the Switch and Retire Your Last Exchange Server
For years, organizations have kept one lonely Exchange Server alive—just to manage mailboxes for synced users. But now, Microsoft has delivered the switch we’ve all been waiting for: Cloud-Managed Remote Mailboxes. This new capability lets you manage mailbox properties for synced users directly in Exchange Online. No more bouncing between on-prem and cloud consoles. No more…
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Multi-Admin Approval in Intune: A New Layer of Protection for Sensitive Actions
Microsoft Intune continues to evolve, and with the introduction of Multi-Admin Approval, it’s clear that security and governance are front and center. This new feature adds a critical safeguard for high-impact actions, ensuring that no single admin can make sensitive changes without oversight. Whether you’re managing device wipe requests, app deployments,… Multi-Admin Approval helps enforce accountability…
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Intune Device Cleanup Rules – Now with Granular Control per Platform!
Microsoft Intune continues to evolve, and one of the most welcome updates for IT admins is the enhanced Device Cleanup Rules feature. Previously, cleanup rules were a one-size-fits-all configuration. Now, you can create multiple cleanup rules per platform, giving you precise control over how stale or inactive devices are managed across Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, and Android. This update…
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How to Automatically Start OneDrive Sync in Azure Virtual Desktop RemoteApp Scenarios
If you’re planning to use OneDrive or File Explorer as a RemoteApp in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), there’s a key detail you shouldn’t miss: OneDrive sync won’t start automatically unless you explicitly configure it. This post explains the issue and how to solve it. 🧠 The Problem By default, AVD RemoteApps don’t start background processes…
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Windows Hotpatch for Windows 11: Fewer Reboots, Happier Users
Hotpatch for Windows 11 Enterprise (24H2+) delivers monthly security updates without rebooting. Managed via Windows Autopatch and Intune using a Windows quality update policy. Quarterly baselines still require a reboot, but the in-between months are reboot-free—less disruption, better compliance. 🎯 Why It Matters 🧠 How Hotpatch Works Scope: Hotpatch covers monthly security updates. Feature updates, .NET, drivers, and firmware still require reboots. ✅ Prerequisites ARM64…
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macOS LAPS in Intune – Finally Some Love for Mac Admins
Let’s be honest—managing local admin accounts on macOS has always been a bit of a mess. From clunky scripts to half-baked MDM workarounds, it’s never felt as clean or secure as it should. But with the latest updates from Microsoft Intune, we finally have something that feels right: macOS LAPS. 🧠 What is LAPS, Anyway? What…
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Quick Machine Recovery in Windows 11 24H2: The Resilience Game-Changer
If your fleet ever faces a boot meltdown, Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) is the lifeline you need—with zero heroics and minimum fuss. 🚀 What’s Quick Machine Recovery? ✅ Why It’s a Straight-Up Admin Win ⚙️ How It Works—The Technical Flow 🛠️ How To Configure It with Intune From the Intune Admin Center: You can test…