Windows Server

Step-by-Step Guide to Restoring SYSVOL Replication on a Broken Domain Controller Using FRS or DFSR

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Introduction Domain Controllers (DCs) are critical to an Active Directory (AD) environment, ensuring synchronization among servers. One crucial folder that replicates across Domain Controllers is SYSVOL, which contains group policies and scripts that are essential for domain operations. When SYSVOL replication breaks, it often results from issues in either the File Replication Service (FRS) or … Read more

How to Find the Domain PDC Server and Transfer FSMO Roles Using PowerShell

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Applies to: Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022 Managing FSMO (Flexible Single Master Operation) roles in a Windows domain can be crucial for keeping Active Directory functioning smoothly. There are five FSMO roles, including the Primary Domain Controller (PDC) Emulator role, which is responsible for various critical tasks like time synchronization. In this guide, I’ll … Read more

Windows Server 2022 vs Windows Server 2019 and 2016: Key Differences and Feature Comparison

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Introduction Windows Server is a critical element for enterprises that need robust server solutions for deploying and managing business services. With each new release, Microsoft makes significant improvements in terms of security, performance, hybrid cloud capabilities, and management experience. Windows Server 2022 is the latest addition to this lineage, following Windows Server 2019 and Windows … Read more