Azure Virtual Desktop direct launch URL
Microsoft has introduced a new feature in May 2025, that enhances the usability and efficiency of Azure Virtual Desktop (short AVD) and Windows 365 (short W365). Users can now connect…
Posts by Michele Blum
Resolving MFA-Related RDP Issues To Azure VMs
While working with Entra ID-joined and Entra ID sign-in enabled Virtual Machines (short VMs) in Azure, it’s critical to ensure that your sign-in methods comply with your organization’s security protocols.…
Default Outbound Access For VMs In Azure Will Be Retired
Microsoft has announced the retirement of default outbound Internet access for Virtual Machines (short VMs) in Azure as part of their secure future initiative, effective on the 30th of September…
Enhancing Security for Azure VMs with Entra ID-Based Authentication
Organizations can significantly enhance the security of their Windows virtual machines (short VMs) in Azure by integrating with Microsoft Entra authentication (only for cloud-only environments recommended). Leveraging Microsoft Entra ID,…
A gentle introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Introduction to IaCDifferences Bicep & TerraformHow to determine your IaC tool In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, efficiently managing your cloud resources is more important than ever, and that’s where Infrastructure…
How Do Microsoft Entra Recommendations Work?
Keeping track of all the settings and resources regarding your security posture in your tenant can be overwhelming. The Microsoft Entra recommendations feature helps monitor the status of your tenant…
Prepare for Remote Desktop Client for Windows End of Support
This notification is critical if you are using Azure Virtual Desktop with the Remote Desktop client for Windows. In September 2024, Microsoft announced the phase-out of the Remote Desktop client…
End of Support for D, Ds, Dv2, Dsv2, and Ls Series Azure Virtual Machines
Microsoft has announced the retirement of several Azure virtual machine (short VM) series, including D, Ds, Dv2, Dsv2, and Ls, as part of the upcoming Azure VM Series Retirement 2028.…
Important Hardening Update for Microsoft Entra Connect Sync: What You Need to Know
As of the 11th March 2025 Microsoft has announced an important hardening update for Microsoft Entra Connect Sync that will come into effect on the 7th of April 2025. This…
Don’t Get Caught Unprepared: Allowlist New URL for Azure Arc Resource Bridge!
If you’re using Azure Arc resource bridge, you should have received an important email from Microsoft regarding upcoming changes that require your attention. As part of the continuous improvements being…