Author Archives: ncbrady

New in Intune: Intune App SDK support for Xamarin and TeamViewer integration

Posted on August 3, 2016 by ncbrady

The right technology partners are an important part of Intune’s vision to extend the value of our service by plugging into and working with other popular point solutions. Intune partnerships are designed to enhance our core functionality by delivering interoperability … Continue reading →

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Windows 10 (anniversary update) version 1607 is now on MSDN

Posted on August 2, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft released Windows 10 (anniversary update) version 1607 on VLSC yesterday, and today, it’s on MSDN. So now you have no excuse to avoid testing, deploying and managing Windows 10 (version 1607), other than waiting for the ADMX files. … Continue reading →

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Managing new MDM settings in Windows 10 (version 1607)

Posted on August 2, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction With the recent release of Windows 10 (version 1607), comes a whole bunch of new features including extensive built in mobile device management (MDM) capabilities. How you manage those MDM settings is up to you. The following solutions are … Continue reading →

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Microsoft Intune PC Client won’t install on Windows 10 (1607 – Build 14393)

Posted on August 2, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft released Windows 10 version 1607 (anniversary update) yesterday, and already people are trying to use Microsoft Intune with it. Windows 10 version 1607 already comes with many MDM settings built into the operating system which can be managed … Continue reading →

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Windows 10 Anniversary Update (1607) is now available on the Microsoft Volume License Service Center !

Posted on August 1, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction We’ve all been waiting for Windows 10 1607 (anniversary update) and now you don’t have to wait any longer, it’s available for download on Microsoft’s volume license service center and on MSDN. and below you can see the filename … Continue reading →

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System Center Configuration Manager 1607 Technical Preview now available !

Posted on July 29, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Another month, another release, this time System Center Configuration Manager 1607 (Technical Preview). It’s amazing how Microsoft can produce such high quality content on such a tight schedule. What’s New in 1607 The following features are new to 1607: … Continue reading →

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Now Available: Update 1606 for System Center Configuration Manager

Posted on July 22, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft has released yet another update for System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch), this time it’s version 1606. Once again, we’re pleased to announce that we’ve released a new version of our System Center Configuration Manager current branch (1606) … Continue reading →

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Controlling Access to Office 365 and Protecting Content on Devices

Posted on July 21, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft have published a PDF about the Conditional Access features in Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Enterprise Mobility + Security, and how they are designed with built-in data security and protection to keep company data safe, while empowering users … Continue reading →

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Custom domain names with Microsoft Intune

Posted on July 18, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft has updated the Intune documentation to cover the steps to add and verify a custom domain. Adding and verifying a custom domain The steps to add and verify a custom domain can alternatively be performed in Azure Active … Continue reading →

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New in Intune: Conditional access for browsers, Dynamics CRM Online and Cisco ISE

Posted on July 8, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Wow, Microsoft are busy. Conditional access allows you to manage access to corporate email, files and other resources based on customizable conditions that ensure security and compliance, including location, risk, user, device, and app compliance. As conditions shift, access … Continue reading →

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EMS is now Enterprise Mobility + Security with expanded functionality

Posted on July 8, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Securing productivity, collaboration and enterprise data is critically important as organizations digitally transform. Microsoft is committed to delivering a new approach to secure this transition as evidenced last year, again at RSA 2016, and now today with the announcement … Continue reading →

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How can I protect Company Data on Mobile Devices through Application Management Policies – downloadable guide

Posted on July 8, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Microsoft has released a guide that you can download from Technet which is intended to help you, the IT professional, in determining how you can create mobile application management (MAM) policies and apply them to end-user devices enrolled in … Continue reading →

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How can I become a Microsoft MVP ?

Posted on July 5, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction I’ve been lucky enough to have been awarded the Microsoft MVP title 14 years in a row so far, and hopefully this post will help others achieve their goal of becoming a Microsoft MVP. Many people in areas of … Continue reading →

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How can I retry a failed upgrade in System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch or Technical Preview)

Posted on June 21, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction For whatever reason, sometimes things don’t go according to plan, and an upgrade might end up failing. Don’t panic, the ability to Retry is built in to the product. Experiencing a failed upgrade When I upgraded my lab from … Continue reading →

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System Center Configuration Manager 1606 Technical Preview now available !

Posted on June 21, 2016 by ncbrady

Introduction Another month, another release, this time System Center Configuration Manager 1606 (Technical Preview). To say that Microsoft is out-doing itself with the incredible release-rate is an understatement. Let’s look at the new stuff…. ConfigMgr as a managed installer with … Continue reading →

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