Recently, I was playing with Intune devices using graph API and managed devices. I was able to search for things like the device name with no issues, but when it came to the unique codes, I started having beautiful dyslexia issues. As I struggled, I asked myself how I could search this whole PowerShell object […] The post Search PowerShell Objects appeared first on The Random Admin ..read more

Ever found yourself tangled in the web of Exchange Online mailbox rules? Yeah, me too. It’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack, especially if you’re managing multiple mailboxes. Thankfully, I stumbled upon a nifty PowerShell script that makes this task a breeze. Let’s Get Mailbox Rules Using PowerShell. Let’s Talk About Our Script Before we jump into the script, let’s understand what it does. The PowerShell script Get-RASMailboxRules helps you retrieve mailbox rules for specific email addresses in Exchange Online. Whether you’re an IT admin juggling a dozen tasks or just someone who li ..read more

Last week we went over how to do audits using PowerShell (Link). Today we will use scheduled tasks with PowerShell to have the audit script run hour by hour. We do this because we don’t want to be manually running the PowerShell script every hour. Let the computer handle all of that for us. We will go over how to manually build the Scheduled Task and the PowerShell way. Manual Process – Scheduled Tasks Lets take a look at the manual process. We are placing our AuditDisabledAccounts.ps1 script on the computer. I like placing things in the c:\scripts or c:\temp folder. Sometimes this is good, so ..read more

Imagine waking up to an email full of alerts about unwanted access attempts. It is every administrator’s nightmare. The truth is that many security incidents can be traced back to disabled accounts that were not properly reviewed. You might wonder, “What about disabled accounts? “Aren’t they harmless?” Well, not quite. There are reasons we need to, Audit Disabled Accounts. Disabled accounts in Active Directory (AD) are analogous to lost keys to your home. They may be out of sight, but they do exist. Those who look hard enough can find them. If you do not audit these accounts on a regular basis ..read more

Digital explorer, how are you? Are you ready to learn more about how your computer works? Good news! You’ve just found PowerShell, the best tool for a digital spy to peek behind the scenes. It’s kind of like a mix between Sherlock Holmes and Ace Ventura: strange, funny, and never dull. Are you read for some monitoring program modules with PowerShell? Why try to look? Now picture being able to see exactly what your computer does—or doesn’t do. Yes, PowerShell lets you find those hard-to-find modules that know a lot about security and speed. That’s pretty brave, huh? Just put on your detective s ..read more

Here, we’ll learn how to use the & operator to run script blocks—your go-to PowerShell script block tutorial! You’re not alone if you’ve ever thought PowerShell scripting was a little confusing. Today, we’re simplifying the & operator, one of PowerShell’s most important features, and making it really easy to use. Knowing how to use this operator successfully will improve your scripting talents, regardless of experience level. Together, we can make writing scripts as pleasurable as indulging in your preferred treat after a demanding day! Join me as we dive into our PowerShell script blo ..read more

Hi there Ever wish a chatbot could converse back to you like a good friend? You are not by yourself. Like a chat in a coffee shop, many of us want our online exchanges to feel as organic and interesting. Therein is the humanizing ChatGPT magic. Teaching an elderly dog new skills is similar, but the dog is a robot and the tricks are puns. Let us explore how to make your AI more endearing than robotic! Knowledge of the Features of ChatGPT How then does ChatGPT work? Think of a really intelligent notepad that records and recalls, well, anything. I call that ChatGPT. Because of its human conversat ..read more

Tired of manually configuring networks for each VM? Perhaps you’re not alone. Virtual network management is time-consuming and error-prone. If I told you there’s a simpler way? This essay examines a PowerShell script that does that. Making your life easy is key. This will teach you how to quickly Bulk Configure VM networks with PowerShell. This PowerShell script revolutionizes. Create a private switch and assign it to all VMs automatically. Imagine setting up networks without manually selecting VMs. The script verifies network’s existence. If not, it binds your VMs to a new private switch. Aut ..read more

Hi there! Have you ever scratched your head and wondered if you loaded software the right way? You’re not by yourself. This gives a lot of system administrators a headache. This is especially hard to do when handling programs like AutoCAD 2022 in a variety of settings. That is where Microsoft Intune really shines. The fact that you can use your own recognition scripts makes it very useful. A custom Intune detection script is key. These scripts save my life a lot. They help you check every network gadget. This makes sure that not only is there an app, but it’s also the right version for you. To ..read more

Hi there! When you were setting up a virtual machine, did you ever get stuck and scratch your head? You’re not the only one. I still remember the first time I tried it; let’s just say there were more “oops” than I’d like to admit. The good news is that I’ve been there, and I can show you how to use PowerShell to set up a Windows 11 VM on Hyper-V. The next question you might have is “Why PowerShell?” Believe me, you’ll be a pro at setting up VMs once you get the hang of it. Also, it’s always good to have a cool trick handy, right? I’ll show you how to set up a VM whether you need it for work, t ..read more