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Welcome back to Lab Build! In the previous post, we created our very first virtual machine within VirtualBox. Our next step in building out the lab is to set up our first domain controller. After setting up the domain controller, we will have access to Active Directory for domain management and DNS (Domain Name System) …
In our last Lab Build post, we covered installing the hypervisor (VirtualBox) that will be used to create virtual machines (VMs) for the lab. In this post, we’ll focus on creating our very first Windows Server virtual machine in the lab, which will serve as our domain controller. What is a domain controller? A domain …
For this portion of the lab build, we will be installing Oracle’s VirtualBox. VirtualBox is a free hypervisor that allows us to create virtual machines for the lab without the need for multiple physical computers or servers. NOTE: VirtualBox may not be fully compatible with Apple silicon-based Macs. I have not tested this, but Oracle …
In the realm of Windows-based networks, Active Directory (AD) is the backbone of identity and access management. While user accounts often take center stage in discussions about AD, computer accounts play an equally critical role in ensuring a secure and efficient IT environment. In this blog post, we’ll explore what computer accounts are, their significance, …
Active Directory (AD) is an essential tool for managing users, devices, and resources in a Windows environment. Within this ecosystem, Active Directory Groups play a critical role by simplifying permissions management, enhancing security, and improving scalability. To harness the full power of AD Groups, it’s essential to understand the various types and how they’re used. …
When it comes to managing a Windows-based environment—whether it’s a small office network or a sprawling corporate infrastructure—one name often rises to the top of the conversation: Active Directory (AD). AD has long been a cornerstone technology for system administrators, providing a central platform for authentication, authorization, and management of networked resources. At the heart …
When you first dive into the world of Microsoft Active Directory (AD), you’ll encounter a lot of terminology—forests, domains, trusts, and more. One of the most essential building blocks in this ecosystem is the Organizational Unit (OU). Think of OUs as virtual folders that help you arrange and categorize the various objects in your directory: …
When it comes to managing a Windows-based environment—whether it’s a small office network or a sprawling corporate infrastructure—one name often rises to the top of the conversation: Active Directory. Active Directory (AD) has long been a cornerstone technology for system administrators, providing a central platform for authentication, authorization, and management of networked resources. At the …
Arrays Arrays in PowerShell are collections of items stored in a single variable. They are indexed starting from 0 and can hold multiple data types. For instance, you can create an array using the @() syntax, add elements dynamically, and iterate through them using loops. Arrays are commonly used to store lists of related data, …
PowerShell is a dynamic and flexible scripting language that handles data effortlessly. One of its strengths is its support for multiple data types, enabling users to work with a variety of data formats effectively. Strings Strings are sequences of characters and are one of the most commonly used data types in PowerShell. They can be …