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Exchange Online Down in Europe – EX216336
Reports are showing up online that users may be unable to connect to the Exchange Online service. Several users here at Cayosoft report not being able to connect to the full-Outlook client to Exchange Online, however the web based version of Outlook appears to be working. Current status as of
Cayosoft Administrator v7.2 is Now Available!
Even with all of the recent cloud adoption, on-premises infrastructure still exists. Purpose-built for hybrid environments, Cayosoft Administrator provides management that follows you on the journey to the cloud. From on-prem to Office 365, Administrator delivers a single solution to automate and streamline day-to-day IT administration. Administrator simplifies management with role-based delegation, rule-based automation, self-service, Office 365 license
5 Keys To Successful Group Management in Hybrid Microsoft Environments
In collaboration with Microsoft MVP Joel Oleson, based on a recent webinar that we jointly delivered. It was difficult enough to keep Active Directory group memberships secure and accurate before Microsoft Azure Active Directory/Microsoft 365 which throws new group types and group settings into the mix. Today’s hybrid environments more
Why Office 365 changed to Microsoft 365 and How it Affects Me
New Microsoft product names went into effect on April 21, 2020. This was a change to the product name only, and there are no pricing or feature changes currently—Microsoft 365 includes everything you know in Office 365. So, why the name change? Microsoft explains, “We changed the name to be
Protect Azure Users! Complimentary Subscription of Cayosoft Guardian
Whether you’re fully on Azure Active Directory or operating in a hybrid or on-premises world, it’s more critical than ever to avoid breaches, outages and data loss. That’s why Cayosoft is proud to offer a free 90-day subscription to recover and protect the data across all of your Active Directories. Spend
Azure Active Directory Security Defaults—not for everyone
Microsoft’s powerful array of cloud offerings—Microsoft Azure, Dynamics, and Office 365—offer paths to business growth without the huge capital investment. Most organizations on the cusp of implementing and experimenting with those services may not make security the first priority in the quest for productivity. The first phase of the exciting journey
Microsoft Azure AD Single Sign-on Now Free to Customers
Microsoft announced any customer using a subscription of a commercial online service can connect all their cloud applications to Azure AD for single sign-on (SSO), and protect this access with multi-factor authentication (MFA) as a security default at no extra cost. SSO reduces the number of sign-in prompts for employees and enables one-click access
Cayosoft Announces Solution to Recover and Protect Azure Active Directory and Hybrid Active Directory
New solution protects and recovers Azure Active Directory (AD) and hybrid AD Supplement log-based auditing solutions with a complete view of changes made and the ability to rollback those changes across both cloud and on-premises AD environments Key component of the new Cayosoft Management and Protection Suite, purpose-built for hybrid Microsoft environments Columbus, OH
How to Recover an Azure Conditional Access Policy
According to Microsoft, “Conditional Access is the tool used by Azure Active Directory (AAD) to bring signals together, to make decisions, and enforce organizational policies.” Conditional Access policies are an effective replacement and improvement over user login restrictions provided in on-premises Active Directory (AD). Conditional Access Policies are also present
3 Reasons The Recycle Bin Won’t Always Protect You Against Accidental Deletions to Azure Active Directory and Hybrid AD
The Active Directory and Azure AD Recycle Bins exist as tools for protecting you against the accidental deletion of directory objects…but not all of them. If an administrator accidentally deletes an Active Directory user account, for example, it is possible to retrieve the deleted user from the Recycle Bin. Even so, the Recycle Bin has a number
6 Tips to Optimize and Reduce Microsoft Office 365 Licensing Costs
Microsoft’s Office 365 platform provides dozens of license options, which allow customers to tailor the service to their specific requirements and budgets. This flexibility is great, but it does put the onus on each customer to make smart decisions about license usages to get the most value from Office 365. To optimize investment in Office
Microsoft Sees 775% Spike in Some Areas
Microsoft is experiencing a large increase in Microsoft Teams, Windows Virtual Desktop, and Power BI, which are powered by Microsoft Azure — the second largest cloud services provider behind Amazon Web Services (AWS). “We have seen a 775 percent increase of our cloud services in regions that have enforced social
Useful Microsoft Teams Resources For Administrators
As newly remote workers flock to collaborate, and Microsoft Teams daily users surges beyond 44 million, both IT professionals and individual users are trying to quickly master the application. We’ve pulled together some helpful resources for Microsoft Teams administrators to use and share. Go right to the source… Microsoft There
Microsoft Extends MCSE, MCSA, and MCSD Certifications
Due to current COVID-19 prevention tactics, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certifications will be retired on January 31, 2021 rather than the June 30, 2020. With testing centers closed, it’s nearly impossible for most to obtain these certifications within the
Microsoft making Teams available for everyone
Earlier this week, Microsoft announced access to Teams for everyone, as COVID-19 continues to impact people and countries around the world. How Individuals can get started with Microsoft Teams: If you have an email address through work or school, sign in using this link. We’ll get you into Teams in no