Windows Server vNext LTSC base Requirements changes related to Security

In the next Long-Term Servicing Channel release of Windows Server [aka ‘vNext’], the base level Compatibility Requirements for system-level certification for Windows Server will be changed to include;

UEFI 2.3.1c or later support
If the Windows Server… Continue reading Windows Server vNext LTSC base Requirements changes related to Security

Lesson Learned #130: Does MARS work in Azure SQL Managed Instance?

Today, we worked on a service request where our customer faced the following error message: “There is already an open DataReader associated with this Command which must be closed first” performing a SELECT operation and INSERT using the same connection… Continue reading Lesson Learned #130: Does MARS work in Azure SQL Managed Instance?

Transform Windows feature updates with a servicing calendar

Last month, we shared tactical insights and recommendations on how to shift your existing environments to deploy Windows 10 feature updates to remote endpoints using Windows Update for Business in order to roll out updates more consistently and with gr… Continue reading Transform Windows feature updates with a servicing calendar