Latest Posts
Finding the perfect 4K display for a MacBook Pro
Looking to create a seamless, portable office setup with your MacBook Pro? I share my experience narrowing down the perfect 32-inch 4K display, ultimately choosing the Benq PD3205U for its reliability and single-cable convenience. This guide details how I balanced compatibility with Windows customer laptops against the need for a high-quality, eye-friendly workspace.
The Mac vs. Windows paradox for Microsoft IT Pros
If you’re an IT professional navigating the often contradictory world of Microsoft technology standards, this post explores the surprising paradox of device compatibility. I visualize the common dilemmas where certain Apple and Android combinations are rejected for security or functionality, while unexpected pairings like Windows with iPhone or Mac with Android are hailed as the ideal balance.
Two weeks with the Whoop activity and fitness band
Curious about whether the display-less Whoop band lives up to the hype after years of using a traditional Garmin? In this post, I share my two-week experience testing the device, highlighting its effortless charging mechanism but expressing significant disappointment with its five-to-seven-day battery life compared to my previous watch. I break down the initial impressions and subscription model to help you decide if this minimalist fitness tracker is worth the switch.
Publishing a self-hosted Ollama instance for Microsoft Power Automate using Dev tunnels
If you want to connect cloud-based Microsoft Power Automate flows to your local, self-hosted Ollama instance without incurring Azure OpenAI costs, this guide shows you how. I walk you through using Microsoft Dev tunnels to securely expose your local Ollama API to the internet and configure a simple HTTP connector in Power Automate to interact with your models.
IglooConf 2024: Summer Edition
If you're interested in attending an upcoming Azure-focused event in Helsinki, I have details on the IglooConf 2024: Summer Edition organized by the Finland Azure User Group. The conference is scheduled for June 6th and 7th, with tickets available at a discounted price until March 31, so I recommend securing yours today.
The new Outlook (Monarch) licensing hugger-mugger
If you’ve been frustrated by licensing restrictions preventing you from adding personal accounts to the new Outlook for Windows, this post explains how a recent update has finally resolved that hurdle. I walk you through the specific licensing requirements that previously blocked E1 accounts and show you how to configure your primary account to ensure all your email inboxes work seamlessly.
Jussi Roine
Microsoft MVP and consultancy founder with 30+ years of experience, passionate about Microsoft security, AI governance, and sharing what I learn along the way.