Well, it has been a while! My last post here was in February 2024. More than two years later, I have plenty to catch up on—and some news to share. I'm now the Global Head of IT at my company. Over the past few years, I've been busy leading a team as Director of IT…
Read more: A New Chapter: Global Head of IT, and a Return to Blogging →
Please note: Only the graphics are generated by OpenAI Model: Dalle3; the rest is me ;) The age of artificial intelligence (AI) is upon us, with advancements being blistering. Microsoft's Azure AI is at the forefront of this revolution, providing a comprehensive suite of tools and services that enable developers, data scientists, and AI enthusiasts…
In a world where data breaches and account hacks are unfortunate, the need for increased security measures has never been more important. One of the more secure forms of protection is multi-factor authentication (MFA), also known as two-factor authentication (2FA), which adds an additional layer of protection to your online accounts. Authenticator apps, such as…
Discover Microsoft's rebranding of Azure AD to Microsoft Entra ID, a strategic shift in their identity services. Learn about the reasons behind the change and what to expect from this enhanced, secure, and efficient identity management service.
Read more: Microsoft’s Name Change Game: Azure AD to Microsoft Entra ID Explained! →
As promised, part 2 is a real-life story of someone being scammed or catfished on social media. Awareness is important. Pass this story along to your friends and family. If you didn't read part 1, read it now. Names, places, and images have been obscured to protect the scammed person. Judy, a woman in her…
Read more: Scammers and Technology – Real Life Story of Catfishing / Scammed – Part 2 →
In an age where cyber threats are an unfortunate part of daily digital life, protecting your online accounts is paramount. I get asked or hear about a relative/friend getting hacked because of just having a simple or easily crackable password. One of the most effective ways to bolster your online security is through Multi-Factor Authentication…
TikTok, a social media platform owned by ByteDance, a Beijing-based company, has taken the world by storm. Its short-form video content has attracted millions of users, particularly among the younger generation. However, as with any technology, it comes with its own set of risks and concerns. This blog post will delve into the technical dangers…
Read more: The Dangers of TikTok: A Deep Dive into the Technical Concerns →
Azure Site Recovery (ASR) is a powerful disaster recovery and business continuity solution provided by Microsoft Azure. It enables businesses to keep their critical applications and services up and running in the event of unexpected downtime, disasters, or disruptions. With ASR, you can replicate your on-premises virtual machines, physical servers, and even entire data centers…