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VMware
ESXi Change Hostname with GUI and Command Line
When it comes to the day-to-day management of VMware ESXi hosts, there are many activities a VI admin may need to carry out with ESXi hosts in the environment. While changing the hostname of an ESXi host in the environment…
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Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2022 Essentials Edition Download and Pricing
Windows Server 2022 is Microsoft’s newest operating system with many different options for business environments. When it comes to Microsoft Windows Server 2022 editions, there are many to choose from. Microsoft Server 2022 Essentials edition is a specialized version of…
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Security
I created ESXi ransomware its scary easy and why you need proper security
As I am sure you have been reading about a lot lately, ESXi ransomware is gaining momentum and is becoming widespread. It means we, as VI admins, must stay sharp and fully understand the risks of ESXi ransomware and just…
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Workstation
VMware Workstation 22H2 New features including Windows 11 and Fast Encryption
Workstation virtualization solutions are powerful in what they can allow you to do in the home lab, production environments, development, and other areas. Recently, VMware just announced VMware Workstation 22H2. It provides really great new features and compatibility offerings as…
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Security
Remote Desktop Multi-factor Authentication with ThinMan Smart Identity
Modern security is based around verifying and only granting access to critical systems once identity has been verified. Attackers realize that compromising a user’s identity provides easy access to sensitive systems. Therefore, businesses must do their due diligence to protect…
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vRealize Suite
vRealize Automation SaltStack Config Installation using vRSLCM
Back in VMworld 2020, VMware announced the acquisition of SaltStack, the enterprise offering of the Salt automation platform. Since then, it has been integrated with the vRealize Automation solution with SaltStack Config. You can still download the free CLI Salt…
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Security
RDP vs SSH – Which should you choose?
Remote access is one of the most powerful tools in the toolbelt of an IT admin or helpdesk technician as it allows an IT worker to remotely access, configure, and administrate systems, regardless of whether they are physically near the…
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Security
Runecast 6.2 Released New Features with Container Image Scanning and GCP support
I have written many times about the Runecast Analyzer solution that years ago started as a vSphere-only tool. However, now Runecast is a multi-faceted cybersecurity and compliance tool in addition to providing best practices recommendations and remediations across multiple environments,…
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Backup Software
BDRSuite v5.3 Released New Features with Integrity Checks on VMware ESXi
There is a wide range of data protection solutions on the market. However, there are a few that I would recommend to organizations looking for an all-in-one solution to protect their data wherever data exists – on-premises, public cloud, and…
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home lab
Home Lab virtualization software I use
Those who have followed my site and Youtube channel know that I am passionate about home lab environments. It has gone a long way toward helping me to sharpen my skills with various platforms, solutions, proof-of-concept environments, and other purposes.…
