Download – Free Server 2016 Technical Preview eBook

Title: Introducing Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview
Authors: John McCabe and the Windows Server team
Published: April 20, 2016
Publisher: Microsoft Press
ISBN: 978-0-7356-9773-7
Pages: 176
Price: FREE
Download URL: Click here for download

E-BOOK FORMATS

697737_ebook_TechPreview.pdf (9.32 MB)
697737_ebook_mobile_TechPreview.pdf (6.67 MB)

DESCRIPTION

Get a head start evaluating Windows Server 2016—guided by the experts. Based on Technical Preview 4, John McCabe and the Windows Server team introduce the new features and capabilities, with practical insights on how Windows Server 2016 can meet the needs of your business. Get the early, high-level overview you need to begin preparing your deployment now!

CHAPTERS

The software-defined datacenter
Compute
Storage
Networking
Security
App Plat
Systems management

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 vote cast)

January 19, 2016February 13, 2020

OS Version Queries for WMI Filters

NOTE: Updated Feb 13, 2020 to include Windows Server 2019

More likely than not, if you’re using Group Policy to push out software installation or registry entries to client machines or servers on the domain, the particular policy settings may be different depending on the OS version or architecture.

Examples, Group Policy Objects may need to be filtered by:

Desktop OS / Server OS
Domain Controller / Non-Domain Controller
32-bit / 64-bit

If you haven’t used Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) filters before, they show up in Group Policy Management at the bottom, between Group Policy Objects and Starter GPOs.

The WMI filters use a query to scope down the Group Policy Object applicability. Here’s what a typical WMI OS filter looks like:

WMI Win32_OperatingSystem ProductType Tips:

ProductType 1 = Desktop OS

ProductType 2 = Server OS – Domain Controller

ProductType 3 = Server OS – Not a Domain Controller

WMI Win32_OperatingSystem Version Number Tips:

5.1 – Windows XP

5.2 – Windows Server 2003

5.2.3 – Windows Server 2003 R2

6.0 – Windows Vista & Windows Server 2008

6.1 – Windows 7 & Windows Server 2008 R2

6.2 – Windows 8 & Windows Server 2012

6.3 – Windows 8.1 & Windows Server 2012 R2

10.0 – Windows 10 & Windows Server 2016 & 2019

To create your own WMI filters, here is an updated list of WMI filter queries from Window XP – Windows 10 and from Server 2003 to Server 2019.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:
Always test your Group Policies and WMI filters before deploying.

DESKTOP WMI QUERIES

ANY WINDOWS DESKTOP OS

Any Windows Desktop OS – Version 1
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE ProductType = “1”
Any Windows Desktop OS – Version 2 (better for Win7 sometimes)
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType <> “2”) AND (ProductType <> “3”)
Any Windows Desktop OS – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE ProductType = “1” AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Desktop OS – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE ProductType = “1” AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS XP

Windows XP
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “5.1%” or Version like “5.2%”) AND ProductType=”1″
Windows XP – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “5.1%” or Version like “5.2%”) AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows XP – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “5.1%” or Version like “5.2%”) AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS VISTA

Windows Vista
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”1″
Windows Vista – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Vista – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS 7

Windows 7
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType=”1″
Windows 7 – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows 7 – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS 8

Windows 8
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType=”1″
Windows 8 – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows 8 – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS 8.1

Windows 8.1
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType=”1″
Windows 8.1 – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows 8.1 – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS 10

Windows 10
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “10.0%” AND ProductType=”1″
Windows 10 – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “10.0%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows 10 – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “10.0%” AND ProductType=”1″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

SERVER WMI QUERIES

ANY WINDOWS SERVER OS

Any Windows Server OS
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”) OR (ProductType = “3”)
Any Windows Server OS – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”) OR (ProductType = “3”) AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Server OS – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”) OR (ProductType = “3”) AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Server – Domain Controller
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”)
Any Windows Server – Domain Controller – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”) AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Server – Domain Controller – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “2”) AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Server – Non-Domain Controller
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “3”)
Any Windows Server – Non- Domain Controller – 32-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “3”) AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Any Windows Server – Non-Domain Controller – 64-bit
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (ProductType = “3”) AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS SERVER 2003

Windows Server 2003
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2003 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2003 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”3″
Windows Server 2003 – 32-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 – 32-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 – 64-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 – 64-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS SERVER 2003 R2

Windows Server 2003 R2
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2003 R2 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2003 R2 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”3″
Windows Server 2003 R2 – 32-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 R2 – 32-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 R2 – 64-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2003 R2 – 64-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “5.2.3%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS SERVER 2008

Windows Server 2008
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2008 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2008 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”3″
Windows Server 2008 – 32-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2008 – 32-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND NOT OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2008 – 64-bit – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”2″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”
Windows Server 2008 – 64-bit – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.0%” AND ProductType=”3″ AND OSArchitecture = “64-bit”

WINDOWS SERVER 2008 R2

Windows Server 2008 R2
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2008 R2 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2008 R2 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.1%” AND ProductType=”3″

WINDOWS SERVER 2012

Windows Server 2012
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2012 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2012 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.2%” AND ProductType=”3″

WINDOWS SERVER 2012 R2

Windows Server 2012R2
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2012 R2 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2012 R2 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version LIKE “6.3%” AND ProductType=”3″

WINDOWS SERVER 2016 *

Windows Server 2016
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.14393%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.16299%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.17134%”) AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2016 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.14393%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.16299%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.17134%”) AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2016 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.14393%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.16299%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.17134%”) AND ProductType=”3″

WINDOWS SERVER 2019 *

Windows Server 2019
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.17763%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18362%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18363%”) AND ProductType<>”1″
Windows Server 2019 – DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.17763%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18362%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18363%”) AND ProductType=”2″
Windows Server 2019 – non-DC
SELECT * FROM Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE (Version LIKE “10.0.17763%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18362%”) OR (Version LIKE “10.0.18363%”) AND ProductType=”3″

* A few notes about the “OR” operator:

First – The reason for the “OR” statements in Server 2016 and Server 2019 WMI Query Filters is because there are multiple builds, as shown in the table below. These multiple builds are part of Microsoft’s Windows as a service (Waas) plan.

Second – “Or” combines two conditions. When more than one logical operator is used in a statement, the OR operators are evaluated after the AND operators. (Source)

Major	Minor	Version	Build	Info	Released
10	0	1607	14393	2016 RTM LTSC	09/26/2016
10	0	1709	16299	2016 SAC	10/17/2017
10	0	1803	17134	2016 SAC	04/30/2018
10	0	1809	17763	2019 LTSC	11/13/2018
10	0	1903	18362	2019 SAC	5/21/2019
10	0	1909	18363	2019 SAC	11/12/2019

Helpful OS Term Abbreviations

Rating: 9.9/10 (45 votes cast)

December 10, 2015December 10, 2015

You Lost the BitLocker Recovery Key?

Today I was asked for the BitLocker Recovery Key for a previous client. Since they’re not my client anymore that’s information that I don’t (and wouldn’t want to) have in my possession.

That begs the question;

“What do you do if you lost (or if nobody documented) the BitLocker Recovery Key”?

If you have administrator access to the running server, obtaining the key can be done from an Administrative Command Prompt with manage-bde.exe.

GETTING HELP

Typing the name of the executable with no parameters outputs the help file.

manage-bde

BitLocker Drive Encryption: Configuration Tool version 6.1.7601
Copyright (C) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

manage-bde[.exe] -parameter [arguments]

Description:
    Configures BitLocker Drive Encryption on disk volumes.

Parameter List:
    -status     Provides information about BitLocker-capable volumes.
    -on         Encrypts the volume and turns BitLocker protection on.
    -off        Decrypts the volume and turns BitLocker protection off.
    -pause      Pauses encryption or decryption.
    -resume     Resumes encryption or decryption.
    -lock       Prevents access to BitLocker-encrypted data.
    -unlock     Allows access to BitLocker-encrypted data.
    -autounlock Manages automatic unlocking of data volumes.
    -protectors Manages protection methods for the encryption key.
    -tpm        Configures the computer’s Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
    -SetIdentifier or -si
                Configures the identification field for a volume.
    -ForceRecovery or -fr
                Forces a BitLocker-protected OS to recover on restarts.
    -changepassword
                Modifies password for a data volume.
    -changepin Modifies PIN for a volume.
    -changekey Modifies startup key for a volume.
    -upgrade    Upgrades the BitLocker version.
    -ComputerName or -cn
                Runs on another computer. Examples: "ComputerX", "127.0.0.1"
    -? or /?    Displays brief help. Example: "-ParameterSet -?"
    -Help or -h Displays complete help. Example: "-ParameterSet -h"

Examples:
    manage-bde -status
    manage-bde -on C: -RecoveryPassword -RecoveryKey F:\
    manage-bde -unlock E: -RecoveryKey F:\84E151C1…7A62067A512.bek

CHECKING DRIVE STATUS

To check the BitLocker status of all drives, type:

manage-bde -status

BitLocker Drive Encryption: Configuration Tool version 6.1.7601
Copyright (C) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

Disk volumes that can be protected with
BitLocker Drive Encryption:
Volume E: [BARRETT]
[Data Volume]

    Size:                 14.50 GB
    BitLocker Version:    None
    Conversion Status:    Fully Decrypted
    Percentage Encrypted: 0%
    Encryption Method:    None
    Protection Status:    Protection Off
    Lock Status:          Unlocked
    Identification Field: None
    Automatic Unlock:     Disabled
    Key Protectors:       None Found

Volume G: [BARRETT32GB]
[Data Volume]

    Size:                 29.02 GB
    BitLocker Version:    None
    Conversion Status:    Fully Decrypted
    Percentage Encrypted: 0%
    Encryption Method:    None
    Protection Status:    Protection Off
    Lock Status:          Unlocked
    Identification Field: None
    Automatic Unlock:     Disabled
    Key Protectors:       None Found

Note: You may notice in the above example that the C: volume is not shown. That’s because on this PC BitLocker has not been setup yet.

OBTAINING AN EXISTING RECOVERY KEY

To output the key to the screen, just type the following:

manage-bde -protectors c: -get

(*Or whatever drive letter for which you need the key).

HOW DOES THAT WORK?

If you would like to know about the protectors and get flags, type:

manage-bde -protectors -get -h

Or you can check out more info on TechNet
https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff829848.aspx

I hope that helps!

Rating: 6.4/10 (5 votes cast)

December 3, 2015December 13, 2022

Download – Windows Security Audit Events Spreadsheet

Title: Windows Security Audit Events Spreadsheet
Published: 12/02/2015
Publisher: Microsoft Corporation
Version: November 2015
File name: WindowsSecurityAuditEvents.xlsx
Size: 70 KB
Download URL: Click here for download

Pop Quiz:

1) What’s the Event ID for an Account Lockout?

2) What about the Event ID denoting that permissions were changed on an object?

3) Or the Event ID for locking or unlocking a workstation?

Don’t worry, I can’t remember those off the top of my head either. And that usually means sifting through bookmarked links, PDFs or hitting Google to look it up.

Fortunately, Microsoft has an Excel spreadsheet detailing 412 different Event IDs related to Windows Security Audit Events. Those 400+ Event IDs are broken up into the following nine categories:

Account Logon
Account Management
Detailed Tracking
DS Access
Logon/Logoff
Object Access
Policy Change
Privilege Use
System

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In an unprecedented move, officials in the city of Valencia launched a national protest. The protest, attended by more than 30,000 people, was organized on social media across the country in support of the new law.

The protesters included representatives from local government districts, the local media, social media and religious institutions including faith clubs.

The spreadsheet also contains a tab with a complete description of the event message. This is a great tool for creating event monitors. Download and enjoy!

Rating: 10.0/10 (2 votes cast)

November 24, 2015June 18, 2024

Windows Server 2012 and R2 Locks and Limits Hosting

The question came up today about using Windows Server Essentials as a RADIUS server. Part of the consideration involves the arbitrary restrictions placed on the OS. Microsoft differentiates the server products with what are affectionately know as “Locks and Limits”.

Most folks in IT are aware of OS hosting limits like the number of users in Windows Server or not being able to RDP into Windows 7 Home Edition. But there are other less-obvious limits like RAM or IAS, RRAS & SMB connection limits is probably the most important thing because of the new limitations on the platforms and OS. Hosting is an integral part of what users are doing on the os due to the increase in web services connecting to them.

Fortunately there are two handy spreadsheets that detail the Limits, Roles & Features that are (or are not) available in Windows Server 2012 & R2 Editions.

Windows Server 2012 R2 Locks and Limits

Windows Server 2012 R2 Locks & Limits
File: Windows Server 2012 R2 Products and Editions Comparison.pdf (222 KB)
URL: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=41703

Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter
Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard
Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials
Windows Server 2012 R2 Foundation
Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2012 R2
Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Standard
Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 Workgroup

Windows Server 2012 Locks & Limits
File: Windows Server 2012 Products and Editions Comparison.pdf (226 KB)
URL: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=38809

Windows Server 2012 Datacenter
Windows Server 2012 Standard
Windows Server 2012 Essentials
Windows Server 2012 Foundation
Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2012
Windows Storage Server 2012 Standard
Windows Storage Server 2012 Workgroup
Windows MultiPoint Server 2012 Premium
Windows MultiPoint Server 2012 Standard

Currently, there is no word yet on Windows Server 2016 since it’s still in Technical Preview at this time. However, once the licensing folks figure out how to squeeze every penny out of Server 2016 (I’m very interested to see what they do with Nano Edition) there should be an updated spreadsheet released.

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 vote cast)

November 24, 2015

Download – Group Policy Settings for Server 2016 TP4

Title: Group Policy Settings Reference for Windows and Windows Server
Version: July 2015 (Updated for Server 2016 TP4)
Published: 11/23/2015
Download: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=25250
File names:

TP4 Policy Settings Spreadsheet.xlsx (654 KB)
Windows 10 ADMX spreadsheet.xlsx (654 KB)
Windows 8.1 Update and Windows Server 2012 R2 Update 1.xlsx (788 KB)
WindowsServer2003SP2GroupPolicySettings.xls (3.9 MB)
WindowsServer2008andWindowsVistaSP1GroupPolicySettings.xlsx (512 KB)
WindowsServer2008R2andWindows7GroupPolicySettings.xlsx (612 KB)
WindowsServer2012andWindows8GroupPolicySettings.xlsx (690 KB)
WindowsServer2012R2andWindows8.1GroupPolicySettings.xlsx (628 KB)
WindowsServer2012R2UpdateGroupPolicySettings.xlsx (634 KB)
WindowsVistaGroupPolicySettings.xls (1.9 MB)

Description

These spreadsheets list the policy settings for computer and user configurations that are included in the Administrative template files delivered with the Windows operating systems specified. You can configure these policy settings when you edit Group Policy Objects.

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 vote cast)

November 17, 2015

Cannot Login to Skype on Windows Server 2016 TP3

While kicking the tires on a Windows Server 2016 TP3 virtual machine in Microsoft Azure, I decided to try and install Skype. (Not recommended – I know).

The Skype 7.14 application installed just fine, but when I tried to login to Skype with my Windows Live ID I received the following error message:

“Your browser is currently set to block cookies. Your browser must allow cookies before you can use a Microsoft account.”

At first I thought the error message was related to Microsoft Edge, since you’re not allowed to run Edge with the default (500) Administrator account. Logging in with a different account didn’t resolve the error either.

Enabled Cookies in IE 11, still no joy.

THE FIX

I added http://skype.com and https://skype.com to trusted sites in IE 11, then I could login to Skype.

Internet Explorer | Internet Options | Security | Trusted Sites | Sites

It’s a pretty simple fix in hindsight, but one that isn’t blatantly obvious at first.

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 vote cast)

April 14, 2015June 18, 2024

CSI: Hyper-V – Theatres and Tech

On the next CSI: Hyper-V – Theatre Technology

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The importance of TV installation stores and services extends beyond just the convenience and quality of the setup. They also provide peace of mind through their expertise and experience, reducing the risk of damage during installation and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Many services offer warranties or guarantees on their work, providing additional assurance that the installation will be done correctly. In an era where home entertainment systems are becoming increasingly complex, the role of professional TV installation services is more vital than ever, ensuring that customers can enjoy their investments to the fullest without the hassle and potential pitfalls of a DIY approach.

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Rating: 10.0/10 (4 votes cast)

April 6, 2015

Download – System Center v.Next Visio Stencils

Title: System Center v.Next Visio Stencils
Published: 4/3/2015
Publisher: Thomas Hanrath
Version: 0.94
File name: System Center v.Next Visio Stencils v0.94.vssx
Size: 347 KB
Download URL: Click here for download

DESCRIPTION

71 custom hand-drawn Visio stencils for System Center v.Next.