When users sign in to Microsoft 365 web apps using Google Chrome, sometimes you can notice that the ‘Device ID’ and ‘Join Type’ fields are blank in Entra ID sign-in logs. As a result, the device is treated as Unknown, and even Conditional Access policies may not be enforced as…
For a long time, Microsoft Teams supported blocking external users only from the Teams admin center, offering limited control for security teams. Key limitations includes: Now, Microsoft allows security teams to block external users directly from the Defender portal using the Tenant Allow/Block List (TABL) feature. This centralized control enables security teams to act immediately in Defender without…
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the most effective defenses against identity-based attacks. Even when credentials are compromised, MFA provides a crucial second layer of protection that helps prevent unauthorized access. Among the available MFA methods, the Microsoft Authenticator app is the most widely used, serving as a trusted endpoint…
SharePoint Online environments often grew without control, with sites staying active long after projects ended, members never being cleaned up, and sharing left open. This led to oversharing and content sprawl, with many sites lacking clear ownership and proper governance. Without automation, managing site lifecycles across hundreds or thousands of sites became a manual, unscalable…
For years, private channels were the “quiet corners” of Microsoft Teams, excellent for security. However, they were frustratingly limited when it came to the apps and bots that drive daily workflows. Only a limited set of tabs was supported, forcing admins to move from private channels to standard channels to access Teams app functionality. That limitation…
Have you ever managed a Microsoft 365 tenant-to-tenant migration during a merger, acquisition, or organizational split? If so, you know how complex it can be—separate tools for Exchange and OneDrive, multiple scripts to track progress, and limited visibility into what’s moving and what’s not. For admins, cross-tenant migrations have often…
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Discover the top Microsoft 365 admin blogs of 2025, featuring the latest tips and best practices to help you manage your M365 environment.
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Discover the key Microsoft 365 security settings added in 2025 and learn which features to enable or disable to strengthen security posture.
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Explore the crucial Microsoft Teams governance strategies to improve collaboration and ensure compliant use of Teams across the organization.
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Microsoft Ignite 2025 announced the public preview of Entra Agent ID with new capabilities to help organizations manage and secure AI agents.
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Discover new capabilities of ignite to secure AI access with Microsoft Entra Internet Access and ensure safe, compliant connectivity.
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Discover the new self-service account recovery feature in Entra ID and learn how it reduces helpdesk workload while providing protection against account takeover.
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Learn how to install and run the Microsoft Zero Trust Assessment tool to identify security gaps and strengthen your Microsoft 365 tenant.
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Cybersecurity Month wrap-up: Strengthen IT environments and secure Microsoft 365, Active Directory, hybrid, and AI platforms.
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Explore key strategies to safeguard employee personal data across apps, devices, and cloud services in modern hybrid workplaces.
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Discover how Virtual Private Networks protect data, why they fall short, and how Zero Trust models like ZTNA, SD-WAN, and SASE secure access.
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Local admin accounts can make or break security. Learn all risks and practical steps to secure local admins and protect devices from privilege abuse.
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Learn how to restrict remote PowerShell access for non-admins to allow only admins to connect computers or servers within your organization.
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