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07/05/2026

🚗🔐 Android Auto + VPN = Headaches?
Whether you’re an IT pro or just someone who wants their apps to work seamlessly, running Android Auto through NordVPN can cause frustrating errors.

I’ve broken down why split tunnelling trips it up and how you can fix the issue without compromising your security.

👉 Full guide here: https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001941

27/04/2026

Is Microsoft Defender good enough in 2026?
That’s the question I tackle head‑on in my latest post — cutting through the noise to look at what Defender really does well, where it falls short, and when it’s perfectly fine to rely on it.

If you manage IT infrastructure, security, or endpoints, this one’s worth a read 👇
🔗 https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001940

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22/04/2026

Accessing Windows file shares from macOS sounds simple… until it isn’t.
In mixed environments, subtle SMB differences can cause intermittent access issues, authentication failures, or behaviour that doesn’t quite make sense. I’ve written a practical IT Pro guide that breaks down what’s really happening and how to fix it properly.
👉 https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001939
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19/03/2026

On‑Premises, NOT On‑Premise — Why We Need to Stop Getting This Wrong

There’s a small but persistent mistake that keeps popping up across the IT world — from vendors to documentation to engineers who absolutely should know better.

It’s the misuse of “on‑premise” when the correct term is “on‑premises.”

One is a location.
The other is an assumption.
Only one of them describes where your servers actually live.

I’ve written a full breakdown that explains the difference, why it matters, and why this tiny bit of grammar keeps causing so much confusion in our industry. You can read it here:

🔗 https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001938

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22/01/2026

🚨 Windows Server admins — RC‑4 is finally being deprecated.

Microsoft is phasing out RC‑4 encryption across all domain controllers in 2026 to mitigate CVE‑2026‑20833 and shut down Kerberoasting attack vectors.

I’ve written a clear, actionable guide on what’s changing, what to fix, and how to prepare before the April and July enforcement deadlines hit.

🔗 Read it here: https://www.petenetlive.com/kb/article/0001937
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05/01/2026

🚨 RDP playing up again?
If you’ve ever been hit with the dreaded “This computer can’t connect to the remote computer” message, you’ll know how frustrating (and vague!) it can be.

I’ve put together a clear, practical breakdown of what actually causes this error — and the fixes that get you back in business fast.

👉 Read the full guide: https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001936

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24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all, today we are listening to the recently departed Boro legend "Chris Rea" Blasting out Steel River and Stainsby Girls (RIP).
I hope next year is better for you all than this one, and you are all with your loved ones.

11/11/2025

🛠️ Running into the “No Matching Key” error with Windows SSH?

I’ve just published a clear, practical guide to help IT pros troubleshoot this frustrating issue. Whether you're managing cross-platform environments or just trying to get SSH working smoothly on Windows, this post cuts through the noise.

👉 Read it here: https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001900

✅ Why it’s worth your time:

Secure remote access depends on SSH working right

Windows quirks can trip up even seasoned engineers

The fix is simple once you know what to look for

As a solution architect, I’ve seen how small config mismatches can cause big delays. This guide is written to help you solve it fast and move on.

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23/10/2025

Are your Active Directory backups really complete?
If you’ve seen the warning:
“Directory partition has not been backed up (since at least the following number of days)”
…it’s not just noise. It could mean your DR plan isn’t as solid as you think.
I’ve written a detailed guide on what this means, why it matters, and how to fix it:
👉 https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001933
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Fix the “Directory Partition Has Not Been Backed Up” error in Active Directory with clear steps, causes, and backup best practices.

21/10/2025

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🧨 Thinking of demoting a Domain Controller?
It’s not just “next, next, finish”… unless you enjoy DNS chaos and lingering metadata!

Check out this best-practice guide from to keep your AD clean and your sanity intact:
🔗 https://www.petenetlive.com/KB/Article/0001932

💡 Practical, battle-tested advice for IT Pros and sysadmins.

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