In an earlier post on the site (Microsoft DNS record updates using PowerShell and DNSCMD) I noted how PowerShell cannot natively update records in MS DNS, however we could leverage the DNSCMD command and pass parameters using a simple PowerShell script. A couple of comments came in regarding the records which are in DNS listed with a name of “same …
Why a “cloud” product may not really be a cloud product
In the sea of buzzwords that we are inundated with in IT, none is more popular these days than the word “cloud”. What is important about this word though is that it comes with a very specific meaning that many products and services are missing. I liken it to the word “magic” which in itself is not possible, however the …
DiscoPosse VMUG Presentation (2012): Admin Scripting, Tips & Tricks
In spring 2012 I was lucky enough to be able to be a presenter at the Toronto VMUG. The presentation I gave was titled Admin Scripting, Tips & Tricks. This is a little blast from the past for me, and anyone who was there for it. The focus of the presentation is bringing some scripting, automation and changing the way …
DiscoPosse Review: Exploring Microsoft SharePoint 2013 – New Features and Functions
For anyone who has been involved with SharePoint 2007 or 2010, this book is an excellent companion to help you with the transition to the new SharePoint 2013 environment. The new Microsoft Press book Microsoft SharePoint 2013: New Features & Functions by Penelope Coventry (@pjcov on Twitter) is another slick manual to have in the sysadmin library. This is an …