Sami Laiho, a Microsoft MVP in Windows OS and a highly regarded security expert, recently collaborated with Recast Software to host a webinar, “Zero Trust with Sami Laiho.” Sami concisely made his case for Windows security in 2022.
Microsoft Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr / MEMCM / MECM/ SCCM) didn’t always allow for Role-Based Administration (RBA) within reports. This feature was added with the release of System Center 2012 R2 (CM12 R2). This provided some more advanced control over who can see which objects (generally computers or users via collections) within reports based on their access as defined within the MCM console.
What is Privileged Access Management (PAM)? In enterprise environments, “privileged […]
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MTrace is a real-time log file viewer for Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MEMCM, formerly SCCM). I originally wrote a blog post about CMTrace back in 2014, so I thought that it was time to update it with new information about running it you can learn from.
There is a long story behind why I think Run […]
Why would you want to download Report Builder (RB)? I must admit that I don’t use the application an awful lot, but I find it particularly useful when I can’t access my own laptop. When this happens, instead of using SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT), I can use Report Builder to create a reporting project and make quick edits to an existing report or dashboard from another workstation.
Welcome to Recast’s Endpoint Management Recap, September 2022 – by […]
The "Local Administrator Password Solution" (LAPS) provides management of local account passwords of domain joined computers. Passwords are stored in Active Directory (AD) and protected by ACL, so only eligible users can read it or request its reset
Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr), currently Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MEMCM) formerly System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), is a Microsoft solution designed to enhance the management of Windows enterprise devices.
Welcome to Recast’s Endpoint Management Recap, August 2022 – by […]
For our second Q & A with SysAdmin Superstars, we interviewed Sami Laiho, an 11-time MVP in Windows OS. Sami is a leader in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) space, and specializes in troubleshooting, security, Active Directory, and penetration testing.
With Right Click Tools, clearing outdated content from the CCM cache folder is super easy. However, before I show you how to do this, let me tell you about a situation I once faced. Maybe you can relate.
Recast Version 4.9 includes software updates and bug fixes added to our products since the 4.8 version, which went live on October 2021. Ticket submissions by customers enable us to uncover and then prioritize updates and fixes.
Welcome to Recast’s Endpoint Management Recap, July 2022 – by […]
This post is the first in a new series, Q & A with SysAdmin Superstars. We're excited to host Prajwal Desai for our first digital interview. Prajwal is an 8-time MVP in Enterprise Mobility and a vital content creator within the Configuration Manager / SCCM space.
Recast hosted Better Together: Endpoint Insights and Right Click Tools, the third webinar in a five-part series highlighting the many ways Endpoint Insights expands the capabilities of Right Click Tools and ConfigMgr.
When you know the warranty status for each of your computers, you can start budgeting for new ones and replacing older HP products based on your company’s computer lifecycle policy. Most large computer manufacturers, including HP Inc., provide support through sites where you can perform an HP warranty check for any computer device by inputting its serial number.
Welcome to Recast’s Endpoint Management Recap, June 2022 – by […]
In a world where Zero Trust is becoming the industry standard, the last thing you want to do is give out unnecessary permissions. Striking a balance between empowering your employees and reigning in admin access can be challenging. While we often think of these issues in terms of our end users, IT employee accounts should be treated with the same level of scrutiny, providing just enough access to get the job done.
