Day 22 of #ITAdvent. There are no #Microsoft #MSExchange specific #certification available. Which unfortunately also means that there is less training offered, as they are based on Microsoft Official Courseware or #MOC. So, I sometimes see the question what options there are.
#SimplifyNow #Training
#SimplifyNow #Training
December 22, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 22 of #ITAdvent. There are no #Microsoft #MSExchange specific #certification available. Which unfortunately also means that there is less training offered, as they are based on Microsoft Official Courseware or #MOC. So, I sometimes see the question what options there are.
#SimplifyNow #Training
#SimplifyNow #Training
Day 8 of #ITAdvent. #Microsoft announced #Microsoft365 pricing & feature changes. Yes, price increases but current plans also get new features, such as AI, Intune capabilities to E3\E5 and Security Copilot to E5 plans. You can read the announcement here: www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
Advancing Microsoft 365: New capabilities and pricing update | Microsoft 365 Blog
Today we are announcing expanded availability of AI, security, and management capabilities coming to Microsoft 365 offerings in 2026.
www.microsoft.com
December 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 8 of #ITAdvent. #Microsoft announced #Microsoft365 pricing & feature changes. Yes, price increases but current plans also get new features, such as AI, Intune capabilities to E3\E5 and Security Copilot to E5 plans. You can read the announcement here: www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
Day 1 of #ITAdvent I've said it before, but 2025 will be an important year for #MSExchange, on-prem and Online. On-prem will see the end of support for 2016/2019 and the introduction of Subscription Edition, requiring preparation.
#SimplifyNow #Outlook #migration #API #Security
#SimplifyNow #Outlook #migration #API #Security
Security Related Updates in Exchange Online | Microsoft Community Hub
Please read about important updates about recent changes and upcoming deprecations in Exchange Online.
buff.ly
December 1, 2024 at 6:09 PM
Day 1 of #ITAdvent I've said it before, but 2025 will be an important year for #MSExchange, on-prem and Online. On-prem will see the end of support for 2016/2019 and the introduction of Subscription Edition, requiring preparation.
#SimplifyNow #Outlook #migration #API #Security
#SimplifyNow #Outlook #migration #API #Security
Day 5 of #ITAdvent. I've renewed my #Microsoft Certified Trainer or #MCT ! While this is not my primary line of work, I like sharing knowledge & real-world experiences, beyond the #MOC curriculum. I'm not sure how my trainer future will look like, but if you are interested let me know. #Learning
December 5, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 5 of #ITAdvent. I've renewed my #Microsoft Certified Trainer or #MCT ! While this is not my primary line of work, I like sharing knowledge & real-world experiences, beyond the #MOC curriculum. I'm not sure how my trainer future will look like, but if you are interested let me know. #Learning
Day 20 of #ITAdvent. This week #Microsoft announced changes in the #MSExchange Online Message Trace capabilities. This is the tool you use to verify mail flow events; i.e. what happened to incoming or outgoing mail.
December 20, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 20 of #ITAdvent. This week #Microsoft announced changes in the #MSExchange Online Message Trace capabilities. This is the tool you use to verify mail flow events; i.e. what happened to incoming or outgoing mail.
Day 9 of #ITAdvent. With Message Center post MC949965 #Microsoft announced that #Microsoft365 Enterprise users will get the New #Outlook per default from April 2026. But if you are a Bussines user, this will happen this January 2025!
#SimplifyNow #Adoption #Office365
#SimplifyNow #Adoption #Office365
December 9, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 9 of #ITAdvent. With Message Center post MC949965 #Microsoft announced that #Microsoft365 Enterprise users will get the New #Outlook per default from April 2026. But if you are a Bussines user, this will happen this January 2025!
#SimplifyNow #Adoption #Office365
#SimplifyNow #Adoption #Office365
Day 15 of #ITAdvent. In many organizations #MicrosoftTeams is the digital meeting solution used to attend meetings. Ad-hoc meetings but also recurring meetings such as dailies. It can useful having #recording or #transcript, but you might forget that manual action.
#SimplifyNow #Microsoft365
#SimplifyNow #Microsoft365
December 15, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 15 of #ITAdvent. In many organizations #MicrosoftTeams is the digital meeting solution used to attend meetings. Ad-hoc meetings but also recurring meetings such as dailies. It can useful having #recording or #transcript, but you might forget that manual action.
#SimplifyNow #Microsoft365
#SimplifyNow #Microsoft365
Day 2 of #ITAdvent. Since hybrid meetings became much more common, the standard Accept, Decline #Outlook or #MicrosoftTeams options are just no longer good enough. Indicating whether your presence is in-person or virtual is quite relevant.
#SimplifyNow #Productivity #Adoption #Exchange #Outlook
#SimplifyNow #Productivity #Adoption #Exchange #Outlook
December 2, 2024 at 3:31 PM
Day 2 of #ITAdvent. Since hybrid meetings became much more common, the standard Accept, Decline #Outlook or #MicrosoftTeams options are just no longer good enough. Indicating whether your presence is in-person or virtual is quite relevant.
#SimplifyNow #Productivity #Adoption #Exchange #Outlook
#SimplifyNow #Productivity #Adoption #Exchange #Outlook
Day 8 of #ITADvent. Did you know you can remove an #Outlook #calendar event as admin? There are situations you might need this, such as a Team having recurring appointments organized by someone that has left the ord. Even mailbox deletion won't remove those events.
#SimplifyNow #Compliance
#SimplifyNow #Compliance
December 8, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 8 of #ITADvent. Did you know you can remove an #Outlook #calendar event as admin? There are situations you might need this, such as a Team having recurring appointments organized by someone that has left the ord. Even mailbox deletion won't remove those events.
#SimplifyNow #Compliance
#SimplifyNow #Compliance
Day 18 of #ITAdvent. And after #SPF, #DKIM it's time for #DMARC. I often call this the holy trinity of mail authentication as they complement each other and should be configured correctly, specifically SPF and DKIM. For DMARC you only need to publish a TXT DNS Record, but I've seen:
December 18, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 24 of #ITAdvent. And this concludes yet another run. I hope you found some usefull tips, I had a nasty cold so that might have had an impact. In any case, happy holidays and see you in the next year! And yes, I haven't forgotten that #MSExchange and Start-of-authority blog post ;-)
December 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 24 of #ITAdvent. And this concludes yet another run. I hope you found some usefull tips, I had a nasty cold so that might have had an impact. In any case, happy holidays and see you in the next year! And yes, I haven't forgotten that #MSExchange and Start-of-authority blog post ;-)
Day 17 of #ITAdvent: Get acquainted with Automatic Certificate Management Environment or #ACME. Due to coming changes in #certificate lifetime eventually be reduced to 47 days in 2029. I know orgs already struggle with 1yr... Let's also hope that software vendors are prepared for this as well.
RFC 8555: Automatic Certificate Management Environment (ACME)
www.rfc-editor.org
December 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 17 of #ITAdvent: Get acquainted with Automatic Certificate Management Environment or #ACME. Due to coming changes in #certificate lifetime eventually be reduced to 47 days in 2029. I know orgs already struggle with 1yr... Let's also hope that software vendors are prepared for this as well.
Day 18 of #ITAdvent. While I like #Microsoft365 #Copilot and use it in my #MVPAward tenant, it also enables me to use some capabilities in other tenants even if I do not have a Copilot license there.
Multiple account access to Copilot for work and school documents
Learn about multiple account access to Copilot for work and school documents.
learn.microsoft.com
December 18, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Day 18 of #ITAdvent. While I like #Microsoft365 #Copilot and use it in my #MVPAward tenant, it also enables me to use some capabilities in other tenants even if I do not have a Copilot license there.
Day 9 of #ITAdvent. This is an interesting change for #Microsoft365 #Copilot. In #MC1193290 Microsoft announces that per 7 jan 2026 #Anthropic will be the default model for many Copilot experiences instead of #OpenAI. More on Anthropic in Copilot: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/copilo...
Anthropic as a subprocessor for Microsoft Online Services
Learn about Anthropic as a subprocessor for Microsoft.
learn.microsoft.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 9 of #ITAdvent. This is an interesting change for #Microsoft365 #Copilot. In #MC1193290 Microsoft announces that per 7 jan 2026 #Anthropic will be the default model for many Copilot experiences instead of #OpenAI. More on Anthropic in Copilot: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/copilo...
Day 10 of #ITAdvent. There are several tools to check your #mail compliance stance on #SPF, #DKIM, #DMARC and other capabilities. One is my own PowerShell script, but in most cases a online tool is preferable. https://buff.ly/4guG2s2
#SimplifyNow #SMTP #Security
#SimplifyNow #SMTP #Security
GitHub - dmstork/Show-AntiSpoof: Exchange PowerShell based script that checks every accepted domain of Exchange and will show the DNS configuration of SPF and DMARC for each domain using an external DNS server.
Exchange PowerShell based script that checks every accepted domain of Exchange and will show the DNS configuration of SPF and DMARC for each domain using an external DNS server. - dmstork/Show-Anti...
github.com
December 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Day 10 of #ITAdvent. There are several tools to check your #mail compliance stance on #SPF, #DKIM, #DMARC and other capabilities. One is my own PowerShell script, but in most cases a online tool is preferable. https://buff.ly/4guG2s2
#SimplifyNow #SMTP #Security
#SimplifyNow #SMTP #Security
Day 16 of #ITAdvent. In the coming months #Microsoft will roll-out Baseline Security Mode in #Microsoft365 (see #MC1193689 ). It's goal is to increase #security in a more admin friendly way. It can apply recommended settings or evaluate your current settings and whether they are at risk.
Baseline security mode settings
Learn about Baseline security mode settings that help protect and secure your organization from external threats.
learn.microsoft.com
December 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 16 of #ITAdvent. In the coming months #Microsoft will roll-out Baseline Security Mode in #Microsoft365 (see #MC1193689 ). It's goal is to increase #security in a more admin friendly way. It can apply recommended settings or evaluate your current settings and whether they are at risk.
Day 3 of #ITAdvent. Whatever you think of #AI, as a #Microsoft365 specialist you will get into contact with #Copilot. There is now a beta exam #AB900 "Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals" which looks interesting & I will probably take. See the study guide: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/creden...
Study guide for Exam AB-900: Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals
Study guide for Exam AB-900: Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals | Microsoft Docs
learn.microsoft.com
December 3, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 3 of #ITAdvent. Whatever you think of #AI, as a #Microsoft365 specialist you will get into contact with #Copilot. There is now a beta exam #AB900 "Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals" which looks interesting & I will probably take. See the study guide: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/creden...
Day 21 of #ITAdvent. From February 2026, #MicrosoftTeams will remove #EXIF #metadata from shared photo's, which can include location. Good move as #Purview #DLP currently cannot use EXIF data in it's policies.
Currently on the #Microsoft365 Roadmap #542795 under www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
Currently on the #Microsoft365 Roadmap #542795 under www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
Microsoft 365 Roadmap | Microsoft 365
If you use the M365 Public Roadmap JSON API, it will have a new URL from March 15, 2025. Thereafter, the old URL will no longer work. Please change any dependencies you have using…
www.microsoft.com
December 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 21 of #ITAdvent. From February 2026, #MicrosoftTeams will remove #EXIF #metadata from shared photo's, which can include location. Good move as #Purview #DLP currently cannot use EXIF data in it's policies.
Currently on the #Microsoft365 Roadmap #542795 under www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
Currently on the #Microsoft365 Roadmap #542795 under www.microsoft.com/en-us/micros...
#ITAdvent again! For day 1 a discount on a subscription on the 2026 edition of the "Office 365 for IT Pros" eBook written by MVPs and industry experts. Updated frequently, always usefull
Use this link (valid until tomorrow!): o365itpros.gumroad.com/l/O365IT/Bla... #Microsoft365 #ebook
Use this link (valid until tomorrow!): o365itpros.gumroad.com/l/O365IT/Bla... #Microsoft365 #ebook
Office 365 for IT Pros (2026 Edition). The Ultimate Guide to Managing Microsoft 365. (Includes the Automating Microsoft 365 with PowerShell eBook)
The Ultimate Guide to Planning, Deploying, and Managing the Microsoft 365 Cloud Productivity EcosystemWhy buy separate books to learn about Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, OneDrive…
o365itpros.gumroad.com
December 1, 2025 at 9:30 AM
#ITAdvent again! For day 1 a discount on a subscription on the 2026 edition of the "Office 365 for IT Pros" eBook written by MVPs and industry experts. Updated frequently, always usefull
Use this link (valid until tomorrow!): o365itpros.gumroad.com/l/O365IT/Bla... #Microsoft365 #ebook
Use this link (valid until tomorrow!): o365itpros.gumroad.com/l/O365IT/Bla... #Microsoft365 #ebook
For a few years I've been posting IT tips during December until Christmas on my #LinkedIn page, found here: www.linkedin.com/in/dmstork/
This year I'm adding #BSky as well, just to see what happens. If you hate that kind of stuff, you might filter my posts and threads with #ITAdvent in it.
This year I'm adding #BSky as well, just to see what happens. If you hate that kind of stuff, you might filter my posts and threads with #ITAdvent in it.
Dave Stork MSc - De Nederlandsche Bank | LinkedIn
I am a Cloud Architect at SimplifyNow, a company that helps customers simplify and… · Experience: De Nederlandsche Bank · Location: The Randstad, Netherlands · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Dave ...
www.linkedin.com
December 1, 2024 at 5:19 PM
For a few years I've been posting IT tips during December until Christmas on my #LinkedIn page, found here: www.linkedin.com/in/dmstork/
This year I'm adding #BSky as well, just to see what happens. If you hate that kind of stuff, you might filter my posts and threads with #ITAdvent in it.
This year I'm adding #BSky as well, just to see what happens. If you hate that kind of stuff, you might filter my posts and threads with #ITAdvent in it.
Day 23 of #ITAdvent. When I design, licensing is integral. Knowing what capability or #license is present in which bundle\add-on is important for cost estimates. A big help is the frequently updated #Microsoft365 Enterprise plan comparison table. Download PDF here: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?Li...
go.microsoft.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 23 of #ITAdvent. When I design, licensing is integral. Knowing what capability or #license is present in which bundle\add-on is important for cost estimates. A big help is the frequently updated #Microsoft365 Enterprise plan comparison table. Download PDF here: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?Li...
Day 22 of #ITAdvent. In February 2026 #MicrosoftTeams will rollout Express Voice Enrollment and prompt users to opt-in. When the user choses to enroll the features enables improved voice isolation, speaker attribution in meetings rooms etc., ...
Overview and configuration of voice and face enrollment - Microsoft Teams
Learn how admins can manage and control voice and face enrollment in Microsoft Teams to ensure data privacy and a better user experience.
learn.microsoft.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 22 of #ITAdvent. In February 2026 #MicrosoftTeams will rollout Express Voice Enrollment and prompt users to opt-in. When the user choses to enroll the features enables improved voice isolation, speaker attribution in meetings rooms etc., ...
Day 20 of #ITAdvent. Unfortunatly too often I encounter environments that do not follow proper #security best practices with #Microsoft365 administrative accounts. Too often privileged roles are assigned to normal workforce identities, ...
Secure access practices for administrators in Microsoft Entra ID - Microsoft Entra ID
Ensure that your organization's administrative access and administrator accounts are secure. For system architects and IT pros who configure Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, and Microsoft Online Services.
learn.microsoft.com
December 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 20 of #ITAdvent. Unfortunatly too often I encounter environments that do not follow proper #security best practices with #Microsoft365 administrative accounts. Too often privileged roles are assigned to normal workforce identities, ...
Day 19 of #ITAdvent. One other consideration of using Automatic Certificate Management Environment or #ACME is that you also need to update your #TLSA #DNS record for #DANE. This record contains the #certificate thumbprint, binding that certificate and enabling clients to check URI authenticity.
Azure DNS REST API Reference
Learn how the Microsoft Azure DNS Resource Provider REST API allows you to create and modify DNS zones and records hosted within Azure.
learn.microsoft.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 15 of #ITAdvent: I like improving the #security of my personal devices & I like guides\frameworks and such. Recently I came across the Electronic Frontier Foundation (#EFF) Surveillance Self-Defense, a set of tips & guides to help protect yourself from whatever threatens your security & #privacy
Surveillance Self-Defense
We’re the Electronic Frontier Foundation, a member-supported non-profit working to protect online privacy for over thirty-five years. This is Surveillance Self-Defense: our expert guide to protecting…
ssd.eff.org
December 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Day 15 of #ITAdvent: I like improving the #security of my personal devices & I like guides\frameworks and such. Recently I came across the Electronic Frontier Foundation (#EFF) Surveillance Self-Defense, a set of tips & guides to help protect yourself from whatever threatens your security & #privacy