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About Armend

Hi there! I'm an IT professional with a passion for writing. My journey in the tech world began with a fascination for computers and technology, which eventually led me to a fulfilling career in IT. But beyond the world of codes and networks, I've always had a love for storytelling and the written word.

Understanding Security Control Categories

Protecting sensitive information and systems from threats is paramount in today’s digital world. Whether you’re just beginning your journey in IT or brushing up on the basics, understanding security controls is a vital step toward safeguarding data effectively. In this … Continue reading

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10 Essential IT Project Management Methods and Tools

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, effective IT project management is crucial for success. This comprehensive guide explores the most powerful methods and tools to help you navigate complex IT projects with ease.

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How to Manage DelegateWastebasketStyle in Outlook for Shared Mailboxes

Managing shared mailboxes in Outlook can be challenging, especially when it comes to controlling where deleted items go. The DelegateWastebasketStyle setting in Outlook shared mailboxes plays a crucial role in determining whether deleted emails are stored in the delegate’s Deleted … Continue reading

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How to Move Outlook App Bar to Bottom: Simple Registry Fix

To move the app bar (also known as the navigation bar or toolbar) to the bottom in Outlook using a .reg script, you can modify the Windows Registry. Here’s how to move Outlook app bar to bottom by creating a … Continue reading

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Microsoft Teams Lifecycle Management: Key Governance Tips

Getting Started: Microsoft Teams Lifecycle Management and Governance Effectively managing the lifecycle of teams within Microsoft Teams is crucial for preventing uncontrolled growth and ensuring the orderly management of your tenant. By setting clear governance policies, users can understand when … Continue reading

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Configure Cloud-based Message Recall in Exchange Online

In the realm of professional communication, sending an email is just the beginning. Sometimes, a message needs to be recalled due to errors or changing circumstances. But what happens after you hit that recall button? Should your recipients be notified? … Continue reading

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New Teams client pre-installation script

Microsoft has a pre-installation check script designed to identify why devices can’t be updated to the new Teams client. The script also suggests solutions to any problems it finds. Administrators can save time moving to new Teams by running the … Continue reading

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Remove certificate from a Single Sign-On Enterprise Application

SAML certificates are an important part of Single Sign-On (SSO) in a Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) environment. SAML certificates are used to establish trust between the identity provider (IdP) and the service provider (SP) in a SAML-based SSO scenario. … Continue reading

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How to disable MFA for all users except the admins in the M365

For a number of reasons, I am often asked how to disable MFA for all users except the administrator in M365 , for example for: educational institutions like schools, etc… If you don’t want to do it, you can still … Continue reading

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How to Turn Your Hobby into a Career as an IT Professional

It’s never too late to turn your passion into a career, as many companies do not place much emphasis on a diploma or degree in IT but are looking for experienced and enthusiastic colleagues. The transition from hobbyist to IT … Continue reading

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