Practical notes and updates on IT operations, security, and reliability.
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4Microsoft 365 MFA rollout checklist (small teams)
A practical, low-drama checklist for turning on MFA in Microsoft 365 without breaking sign-ins or support workflows.
Ransomware readiness: what to do before it happens
A short checklist: backups, access controls, monitoring, and an incident plan that a real team can execute.
Managed Windows & M365 Systems without the Chaos
Autopatch, Intune baselines, and Office hardening so endpoints stay trusted.
Asterisk News: 2025 Roadmap & Security Watch
Highlights from the latest Asterisk developer summit, module roadmap, and CVEs you should patch now.
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Wi‑Fi segmentation in plain English (staff, guest, IoT)
A simple segmentation model that improves security without making the office network painful to use.
Rolling out a password manager for teams (without drama)
A pragmatic rollout plan: choose a tool, migrate shared credentials safely, and keep access auditable.
Patch management basics: a 30‑day routine
A lightweight cadence for keeping Windows, browsers, and critical apps updated without constant emergencies.
DMARC quick wins: reduce phishing and improve deliverability
A straightforward path to SPF/DKIM/DMARC that reduces spoofing risk and improves email deliverability.
Laptop lifecycle + MDM: a simple policy template
A practical lifecycle policy (purchase → setup → support → replacement) and what MDM should enforce by default.