Forcing a Remote Group Policy Update with GPMC
with 2 Comments by Russell Smith
Take advantage of this new Windows Server 2012 feature and learn how to update Group Policy remotely using the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC).
Author: Russell Smith
Russell Smith specializes in the management and security of Microsoft-based IT systems. In addition to blogging about Windows and Active Directory for the Petri IT Knowledgebase, Russell is a Contributing Editor at CDW’s Biztech Magazine. Russell has more than 15 years of experience in IT, has written a book on Windows security, co-authored one for Microsoft’s Official Academic Course (MOAC) series and has delivered several courses for Pluralsight.
Enable Remote Desktop on Windows Server 2012
Learn how to enable Remote Desktop in Windows Server 2012 so that you can remotely administer a server.
Why You Shouldn’t Disable the Firewall in Windows Server
with 1 Comment by Russell Smith
It was once common practice to turn off Firewall in Windows as part of a PC or server build. Learn why you shouldn't disable Windows Server Firewall on your PC.
Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 2012: Installation
with 4 Comments by Russell Smith
Become a WSUS wizard! Learn to install and configure Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 2012.
Using Remote Desktop Connection Manager
In this Ask an Admin, discover how to manage remote desktop connections with Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCM).
Enable the Active Directory Recycle Bin in Windows Server 2012
with 2 Comments by Russell Smith
Learn how to enable the Active Directory recycle bin in Windows Server 2012 using the Active Directory Administrative Center.
Dedicated Forest Root Domains in Active Directory
with 1 Comment by Russell Smith
New Ask an Admin! Check out the benefits and disadvantages of using a dedicated forest root domain in your Active Directory design.
Check a Domain Controller Configuration with the DCDiag Tool
Learn to wield the dcidiag.exe tool like a pro! Discover how to use check a DC configuration with the DCDiag tool in this Ask an Admin column.
Changing the IP Address of a Domain Controller
As part of your IT infrastructure, DCs should be assigned an IP address. Learn to change the IP address of a domain controller in this edition of Ask an Admin.
Performing an Offline Domain Join in Active Directory
Need to join a client to an AD domain that isn't connected to a domain controller? Learn how to perform an offline domain join in AD in this tutorial.
Install Active Directory on Windows Server 2012 with Server Manager
with 2 Comments by Russell Smith
Want to know more about installing Active Directory on Windows Server 2012 with Server Manager? Learn to install AD DS components and configure a new forest.
The State of Windows Server Security
with 1 Comment by Russell Smith
Learn about the state of Windows Server security in this article by Windows expert Russell Smith.