Michael Reinders

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A Framework for Role-Based Access Control

1 week ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

Microsoft Entra ID roles enable organizations of all sizes to secure resources by assigning permissions through predefined roles. This article provides an overview of Entra ID Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and a structured framework for administrators to implement RBAC effectively. Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) Role-Based Access Control is Microsoft’s solution for handling user and resource permissions in the cloud.
Understanding Microsoft Entra ID Groups (Azure AD Groups)

2 weeks ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

Learn how Microsoft Entra ID Groups (formerly Azure Active Directory Groups) work and their relationship to Entra ID Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). There are two types of Entra ID group: –Microsoft 365 (M365) groupsand security groups. Entra ID Groups allow enterprises to manage and assign specific permissions to multiple users at once, simplifying secure access to resources like applications, files, and shared drives. Let’s look in more detail at the two different group types.
Techniques and Best Practices

3 weeks ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

Learn how to rename files using PowerShell. This guide covers the basics and a few advanced techniques, including syntax, common examples, the Registry, and even using a PowerToy. The only prerequisites are PowerShell 5.1 or PowerShell 7 or later, and administrator permissions with your logged-in account. The Rename-Item cmdlet is the most common cmdlet used with this function in the command-line world.
PowerShell Change Directory - A Quick Guide

1 month ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

This step-by-step guide will help you master changing directories in PowerShell and navigating your file system. You will learn how to use basic and advanced techniques to change directories efficiently and streamline your workflow using PowerShell cmdlets like Set-Location, aliases like cd, and path shortcuts. Changing file directories is essential when working with the filesystem in Windows and other operating systems like Linux and macOS.
Microsoft Launches New Windows AI Foundry Platform

1 month ago | shorturl.at | Rabia Noureen |Michael Reinders |Dean Ellerby

Key Takeaways: Microsoft introduces Windows AI Foundry, a new platform to streamline AI development on Windows. The platform unifies access to multiple AI model catalogs and supports the full AI development lifecycle. It offers ready-to-use AI tools and advanced features to simplify building and deploying AI solutions locally. Microsoft has announced a slew of updates to support local AI development on Windows, including the launch of Windows AI Foundry.
Using PowerShell Copy-Item to Copy Files and Folders

1 month ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

This guide will explore how to copy files and directories using the PowerShell Copy-Item cmdlet, cover advanced options (like recursion, filtering, and overwrite rules), and discuss performance considerations. Whether you’re a sysadmin or a developer, learn how to streamline your file operations with practical examples and best practices. The Copy-Item cmdlet, built into Microsoft Windows, is the command you use to copy files on your local computer using PowerShell.
A Comprehensive How-To Guide

1 month ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

Use this guide to help you check your current PowerShell version, update PowerShell from one version to another, run two versions side by side in Windows Terminal, and update PowerShell to the latest revisions. Windows PowerShell has been an essential tool in the IT Pro’s toolbelt. PowerShell 5.1 was introduced back in 2016 with Windows 10 version 1607 and Windows Server 2016.
SharePoint vs Teams: Choosing the Right Collaboration Platform for Your Needs

2 months ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

When deciding between using SharePoint and Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365, it helps to think of what you’re trying to accomplish. Published: Apr 15, 2025 BlogMicrosoft 365Microsoft TeamsPost This article will explore SharePoint vs Teams and how the tools work separately, together, and whether you should choose SharePoint, Teams, or both. Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Teams are powerful collaboration tools, but they serve different purposes. Let’s get started.
Choose the Right Collaboration Platform

2 months ago | shorturl.at | Michael Reinders

When deciding between using SharePoint and Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365, it helps to think of what you’re trying to accomplish. Last Update: Apr 23, 2025 | Published: Apr 15, 2025 BlogMicrosoft 365Microsoft TeamsPost This article will explore SharePoint vs Teams and how the tools work separately, together, and whether you should choose SharePoint, Teams, or both. Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Teams are powerful collaboration tools, but they serve different purposes.
An Overview of Deployment and Usage

2 months ago | petri.com | Michael Reinders

This article delves into the essentials of setting up and activating a Windows KMS Server (Key Management Service), a crucial component for managing the volume activation of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products in on-premises (Active Directory) enterprise environments. The Key Management Service in Windows Server is a helpful component in Microsoft’s volume activation strategy.