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In these blog posts, we share what we know about managing endpoints. Stop by to hear from our own in-house subject matter experts. We are excited to discuss best practices, technical how-tos, and other topics we think you'll find valuable. Our solution architects, product experts, and own IT practitioners have seen and done it all. We are adding new content regularly and are happy to have you here.

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AdaptivaMar 28, 2019 7:12:34 AM3 min read

Topology Optimization Delivers the Fewest ConfigMgr Servers For the Greatest Speed and Savings

In the past, one of the most expensive aspects of ConfigMgr software delivery has been ...
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Maurice Daly, Sr. Cloud Architect at CloudWayFeb 26, 2019 8:36:49 AM4 min read

19-year-old WinRAR Vulnerability, Are Password Managers More Good Than Evil?

This week’s snacks include: 19-Year-Old WinRAR Security Bug Finally Patched! IIS Bug ...
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Paul Winstanley, Director, SCCM Solutions LimitFeb 20, 2019 7:13:45 AM5 min read

ConfigMgr Boundary Groups Update Update

In ConfigMgr, boundaries define locations where our devices reside. We can define ...
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Chaz Spahn, Product Evangelist at AdaptivaFeb 4, 2019 7:30:06 PM5 min read

5 New ConfigMgr Features Sysadmins Need to Know

Common thinking among IT teams is that due to the rise of the cloud and trend toward ...
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AdaptivaJan 14, 2019 12:00:28 AM6 min read

MSIX and ConfigMgr: Freedom from Package Paralysis

MSIX is a new Microsoft packaging technology. It takes the best features from setup.exe, ...
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Paul Winstanley, Director, SCCM Solutions LimitNov 13, 2018 7:30:54 PM5 min read

Custom Configuration Items: Maybe the Most Underrated Tool in Your ConfigMgr Kit

ConfigMgr has many little gems tucked away, underutilized, forgotten at times. ...
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AdaptivaNov 5, 2018 10:00:09 PM4 min read

Expanding the Windows 10 Security Stack with Device Health Attestation

Cybersecurity is a daily struggle for business. Companies need to be alert to the hacks ...
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Dan Richings, SVP, Global Customer Success, Pre-Sales, and SolutionsOct 24, 2018 8:30:17 PM6 min read

Windows 10 Security Checklist Starter Kit

I love it when a tech speaker lays out an overwhelming topic so clearly that it starts to ...
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Dan Richings, SVP, Global Customer Success, Pre-Sales, and SolutionsSep 19, 2018 8:30:00 PM6 min read

Windows Updates: How Adaptiva OneSite Health Can Help Improve Total Coverage

Security is definitely a hot topic at the moment. ITSec is becoming relied upon more and ...
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AdaptivaAug 23, 2018 2:00:31 AM11 min read

ConfigMgr Cloud Management Gateway: Extending Your Reach

Reaching Your Clients As the workforce becomes increasingly mobile, IT pros are finding ...
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AdaptivaJul 24, 2018 8:30:35 PM8 min read

Simplifying Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) with ConfigMgr & Intune

Let’s hope malware never appears on computers you manage. However, it may still find a ...
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Paul Winstanley, Director, SCCM Solutions LimitJun 27, 2018 7:57:31 AM5 min read

New ConfigMgr Feature Deep Dive: Phased Deployments

Phased deployments were introduced in Technical Preview 1801, and quickly made the ...
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