Active Directory Built-in Groups Accounts: Power, Risks, and Best Practices

Introduction Most AD administrators are already familiar with the pros and cons of the built-in Administrator account in Active Directory. I’m simply trying to explore and understand it more clearly using diagrams and articles. Active Directory (AD) is the backbone of identity and access management in most enterprises. To simplify administration, Microsoft provides a number … Read more

Step-by-Step: Decommission SQL Always On Availability Group (AOG) via GUI

1. Open SSMS and Connect to Primary Replica Always On High Availability → Availability Groups → [Your AG Name] → Availability Databases  This must be done first, and only from the primary. Here in my example : Availability group name is LB_AOG database name AdventureWorks2211 2. Remove Secondary Replicas ⚠️ Do this for all secondaries. … Read more

Understanding Domain Transfer Roles in Windows Server 2025

Introduction With the release of Windows Server 2025, Microsoft continues to improve the Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) platform—enhancing stability, scalability, and security. One crucial component for Active Directory administrators to understand is the management of FSMO (Flexible Single Master Operations) roles. FSMO roles play a vital part in maintaining a conflict-free and consistent … Read more

 Windows Server 2025 In-Place Upgrade Guide (with Screenshots)

Introduction Purpose of the guide Explains the goal — to help IT administrators perform a smooth, step-by-step in-place upgrade of Windows Server (e.g., from 2019/2022 to 2025). Supported upgrade paths Lists which Windows Server versions can be directly upgraded to Server 2025. Example: Pre-Upgrade Checklist System requirements :    Minimum System Requirements for Windows Server 2025 Hardware … Read more

Extend C: Drive When “Extend Volume” Is Greyed Out in Disk Management

When you have unallocated space that’s not adjacent to the C: drive, especially if a Recovery Partition is in between, Windows does not allow you to extend the C: drive using built-in tools like Disk Management or DiskPart.   Introduction If you’re running low on space on the C: drive but notice that your unallocated … Read more

क्रिकेट में फास्ट बॉलिंग: 12 ज़रूरी गेंदें जो हर बल्लेबाज़ को जाननी चाहिए (साथ में कुछ ख़ास और एडवांस्ड वैरिएशन भी)

क्रिकेट में तेज़ गेंदबाज़ी सिर्फ़ रफ़्तार का खेल नहीं है। ये समझदारी, कौशल और चालाकी का मेल है। तेज़ गेंदबाज़ कई तरह की गेंदों का इस्तेमाल करते हैं ताकि बल्लेबाज़ को चकमा दिया जा सके और उसे गलत शॉट खेलने पर मजबूर किया जा सके। दिखने में ये लगता है कि गेंदबाज़ दौड़ कर आता … Read more

12 Fast Bowling Deliveries in Cricket Every Batter Should Know (Including Advanced Variations)

Fast bowling isn’t just about raw speed—it’s a complex craft. Fast bowlers use skill, precision, and strategy to outsmart batters. Each delivery they bowl is a calculated move, designed to test the batter’s technique, timing, and decision-making. From swinging the ball through the air to hitting the perfect length on the pitch, there’s a lot … Read more

Public vs Private vs Hybrid Cloud: Key Differences and When to Use Each

When evaluating cloud strategies, many engineers and decision-makers ask the same question: Should we choose public, private, or hybrid cloud? While the answer depends on several factors, this decision shouldn’t be made hastily. Instead, it should be based on a clear understanding of your business objectives, regulatory requirements, and technical needs. This article outlines the … Read more

High Availability Using Failover Clustering for File Servers

Overview This comprehensive guide explains how to deploy a two-node clustered file server to ensure high availability for file services. It covers key concepts, setup steps, and best practices for ensuring uninterrupted file access and disaster recovery in case of server failure. Applies to: ✅ Windows Server 2025 ✅ Windows Server 2022 ✅ Windows Server … Read more