security

In this post, I share the surprising results of a Twitter poll revealing that nearly half of respondents prefer using separate laptops for work and personal use to maintain clear boundaries. I explore the challenges of separating data and communications on a single device while evaluating potential technical solutions like Windows Sandbox and virtual machines. This discussion offers insights into how professionals can balance security and convenience when managing their digital lives.

If you are a Microsoft Partner looking to understand the real-world impact of the Inspire 2019 announcements, this post offers a deeper analysis beyond the surface-level news. I examine how the new security and specialization competencies, along with changes to partner incentives, might challenge your business, particularly regarding the demanding customer performance metrics required for certification.

With Microsoft Azure Sentinel now Generally Available and production-ready, I break down what this cloud-based SIEM and SOAR solution actually offers beyond just log processing. I will walk you through the core features, getting started steps, and the updated pricing structure to help you decide if it’s the right security investment for your organization.

If you are interested in Azure Governance, join me and Stephane Lapointe from ShareGate for an upcoming webinar sharing our insights and reflections. We will host this hour-long session on Tuesday, March 31, at noon EDT, so be sure to sign up to hear our discussion.

I demonstrate how to automate SSL certificate expiration monitoring using Azure Application Insights, offering a more reliable alternative to error-prone calendar-based tracking. By leveraging the new Standard Test feature, you can easily configure alerts for expiring certificates without the need for custom tooling or manual oversight.