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OOBECompleteTimestamp: The Hidden Reason Behind WUfB Hotpatch Delays
If you’ve read my previous post about Windows 11 Hotpatch, you’ll remember how this feature promises rebootless updates and streamlined patch management. But during that deep dive, one question...
Rudy Ooms
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Demystifying Timestamping: Securing Scripts and CAB Files for WSUS, ConfigMgr, and Intune
In this blog we’ll demystify timestamping, cover why it’s an important process in the management of third-party apps and updates in WSUS, ConfigMgr and WSUS, and how you can test it...
Ben Whitmore
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Deploy Microsoft 365 apps with the Office portal
Introduction The recommended way to deploy Microsoft 365 in an organization is through the config.office.com portal. This site helps IT administrators deploy, manage, monitor, and secure...
Vincent Verstraeten
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When Local Administrator Protection and EPM Don’t Get Along
Microsoft recently announced the Local Administrator Protection feature, a powerful tool for securing local admin accounts by isolating privileges and preventing token theft. However, when paired...
Rudy Ooms
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Remove Built-In Windows Apps: Clean Up Without the Chaos
Removing the built-in (sometimes even unwanted) Windows Apps after an Autopilot deployment seems pretty straightforward. Just fire up PowerShell, run a few commands to uninstall the built-in Windows...
Rudy Ooms
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The Intune Management Extension: Uninstallation Protection
Have you ever wondered what keeps the Intune Management Extension (IME) secure from accidental or unauthorized uninstallation? If you thought certificates were just about enrollment and secure...
Rudy Ooms
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Windows 11 Hotpatch: RebootLess Updates
Microsoft has recently introduced a mind-blowing feature called Hotpatch AKA Rebootless for Windows 11 Enterprise (version 24H2) and Windows 365 Enterprise. This feature allows quality updates to be...
Rudy Ooms
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Improving Onboarding Experience: Automatically Launch the Company Portal
After Windows Autopilot enrollment, the Account setup page can often get stuck, leaving users waiting without clear feedback. Instead of relying on this process, what if I tell you that we can...
Rudy Ooms
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The Ultimate Guide to Troubleshoot Windows Autopilot Device Preparation
In this blog, I’ll walk you through some powerful troubleshooting techniques to help you tackle issues during Windows Autopilot Device Preparation (AP-DP), whether it’s application...
Rudy Ooms
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Intune Company Portal App Refreshed!
This blog will focus on the new look of the improved Intune Company Portal UI and examine how this refreshed look will also improve the user experience! Introduction The Intune Company Portal...
Rudy Ooms