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Deprovisioning not working in Azure AD

Hello – we’ve been asked to setup a deprovisioning setup in Azure AD (Entra AD), users are in Entra, target system is a custom app with a SCIM 2.0 compliant api. Here's what we have done: Created an enterprise app In that enterprise app, under…

Active Directory
Active Directory
A set of directory-based technologies included in Windows Server.
6,238 questions
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
20,618 questions
asked 2024-07-23T16:04:11.7533333+00:00
Dan Butterfield 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-25T16:01:03.1466667+00:00
Akhilesh 7,235 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

SQL Server 2022 - Launchpad - how to eliminate errors in the logs "Failed to delete directory..."

Hi, I'm unable to find a solution to this anywhere and I'm desperate. Perhaps someone faced a similar issue and managed to find a solution. I'm running out of hairs on my head to pull them out. I got installed SQL Server 2022 with latest CU on Windows…

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
13,351 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,633 questions
asked 2024-07-25T08:45:40.51+00:00
RandomGuy123 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2024-07-25T15:59:24.3466667+00:00
RandomGuy123 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Effective file search solution in UWP

Hi, I need to search for files based on their type, creation date, and size (something like in windows). What are the options for an efficient search? I tried to use the Storage API, but the search is quite slow, in turn, System.IO can access folders…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,096 questions
Universal Windows Platform (UWP)
C#
C#
An object-oriented and type-safe programming language that has its roots in the C family of languages and includes support for component-oriented programming.
10,641 questions
asked 2024-07-25T15:52:39.7766667+00:00
123244 0 Reputation points
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File permissions precedence

Hi, By setting , via Win32 API , following permissions on a file Everyone group : deny GENERIC_READ , GENERIC_WRITE , GENERIC_EXECUTE Onwer User : allow GENERIC_READ , GENERIC_WRITE , GENERIC_EXECUTE then , when trying to acces to file ( i.e.…

Windows API - Win32
Windows API - Win32
A core set of Windows application programming interfaces (APIs) for desktop and server applications. Previously known as Win32 API.
2,519 questions
asked 2024-07-24T18:12:09.3266667+00:00
Jean-Pierre Ribeauville 60 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T15:48:53.1233333+00:00
RLWA32 43,221 Reputation points
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No RD licenses needed but still getting "RD Desktop license mode is not configured" errors

I have no need to install RD user cals on my server, since only one or two users will need to connect at any given time. Why do I keep getting "Remote Desktop licensing mode is not configured errors". It tells me the RD Services will stop in XX…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,633 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,401 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-24T16:31:51.18+00:00
Doug V 0 Reputation points
accepted 2024-07-25T15:38:26.7233333+00:00
Doug V 0 Reputation points
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Can't Build sample VirtualSerial with VS Community 2022, WindowsUserModeDriver10.0 Build Tools not found (WDK is installed)

Yesterday, I installed: Microsoft Visual Studio Community 2022 Version 17.10.4 VisualStudio.17.Release/17.10.4+35027.167 Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4.8.09032 Visual C++ 2022 00482-90000-00000-AA903 Windows Software Development Kit - Windows…

Visual Studio
Visual Studio
A family of Microsoft suites of integrated development tools for building applications for Windows, the web and mobile devices.
4,885 questions
Windows Driver Kit (WDK)
Windows Driver Kit (WDK)
A set of Microsoft tools that are used to develop, test, and deploy Windows drivers.
55 questions
asked 2024-07-25T15:27:58.17+00:00
Paul Sievers 0 Reputation points
17 answers

Windows 11 File Explorer jumps to top when scrolling

When I am scrolling through a long list of project files, if I don't pick a folder or keep scrolling, the display will jump back up to the top and I have to start all over again. This has apparently been a bug since Windows 10 because I see solutions…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,981 questions
asked 2022-11-20T18:31:05.403+00:00
RMT4160 76 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T15:27:26.4866667+00:00
Kevin 0 Reputation points
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Can't Build sample VirtualSerial with VS Community 2022, WindowsUserModeDriver10.0 Build Tools not found (WDK is installed)

Yesterday, I installed: Microsoft Visual Studio Community 2022 Version 17.10.4 VisualStudio.17.Release/17.10.4+35027.167 Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4.8.09032 Visual C++ 2022 00482-90000-00000-AA903 Windows Software Development Kit - Windows…

Visual Studio
Visual Studio
A family of Microsoft suites of integrated development tools for building applications for Windows, the web and mobile devices.
4,885 questions
Windows Driver Kit (WDK)
Windows Driver Kit (WDK)
A set of Microsoft tools that are used to develop, test, and deploy Windows drivers.
55 questions
asked 2024-07-25T15:19:56.61+00:00
Paul Sievers 0 Reputation points
1 answer

ADFS application sync issue

Installed AD HealthADFS Agent in AD FS servers but the apps are not listed in usage & Insights section

Active Directory Federation Services
Active Directory Federation Services
An Active Directory technology that provides single-sign-on functionality by securely sharing digital identity and entitlement rights across security and enterprise boundaries.
1,225 questions
asked 2024-07-25T11:34:54.03+00:00
sai kumar bandike 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2024-07-25T15:12:48.9133333+00:00
Ryan Hill 27,031 Reputation points Microsoft Employee
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How to disable the Windows Key shortcuts in Windows 11 Education?

I want to disable the Windows Key shortcuts for students in our district. They use the Windows key + Tab key to open new desktops, so the teachers cannot see what they are doing. When the teacher walks past, they switch to the desktop that they are…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,981 questions
asked 2024-07-25T14:21:54.6733333+00:00
Stacey Weller 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T15:10:05.8233333+00:00
Stacey Weller 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Exclusion folder on Window server get removed after restarting the machine

Window Server 2022 VM - running some python code comes with memory errors so we have tried to add exclusion folder so it doesn't scan for window defender antivirus scans but after the server is rebooted after window update the setting of exclusion…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,633 questions
Windows Network
Windows Network
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
713 questions
Windows Server PowerShell
Windows Server PowerShell
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.PowerShell: A family of Microsoft task automation and configuration management frameworks consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language.
5,462 questions
asked 2024-07-25T15:06:31.3+00:00
Kalpesh Jeentilal 0 Reputation points
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Does AVD support IPv6? Can I deploy AVDs with dual stack? with IPv6 only? Or is it IPv4-only?

When I use AVD, there is no IPv6 present. I am an IPv6 specialist and require IPv6 to do my job. Since there is no admin privilege, I cannot view network configuration. I can do an ipconfig, and I find a private IPv4 address (in 10/8) and a link local…

Azure Virtual Network
Azure Virtual Network
An Azure networking service that is used to provision private networks and optionally to connect to on-premises datacenters.
2,309 questions
Windows Network
Windows Network
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
713 questions
asked 2024-07-25T13:18:32.5266667+00:00
Lawrence Hughes 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-25T15:06:24.21+00:00
glebgreenspan 1,830 Reputation points
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Change of focus from RDP session inserts a character

This is a pretty obscure issue that started a couple of weeks ago, it is really interfering with my work, and so far I'm unable to come up with a solution. When I have an RDP session open, and am working on something text-based on the remote host, i.e.…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,188 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,401 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,981 questions
asked 2024-07-25T15:05:02.39+00:00
John Biggston 71 Reputation points
2 answers

How to enable or disable status page windows 10 settings page?

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,188 questions
asked 2024-07-22T10:17:48.8133333+00:00
מושיקו ברוך 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T14:53:48.8+00:00
מושיקו ברוך 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Setting up Microsoft PIN Reset Service - AADSTS500113: No reply address is registered for the application.

Hi All I am trying to follow this article on resetting Pin https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/pin-reset?tabs=intune#how-nondestructive-pin-reset-works When trying to log into the Microsoft Reset Pin…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,188 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,981 questions
Microsoft Entra
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
20,618 questions
asked 2024-07-24T00:46:03.0033333+00:00
Ronald 5 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-25T14:50:53.3866667+00:00
Raja Pothuraju 1,940 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
0 answers

File/Folder Security resetting

Hello, I wanted to see if anyone was able to help us with an issue we are having. Some of our users created files that many others access for different purposes, currently whenever the person who created the file makes any changes to the file and saves…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,633 questions
asked 2024-07-25T14:47:34.86+00:00
Peralta-Torres, Romar S 0 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

AVD with FSLogix with no On-prem AD.

Hi all, I have a client which does not have ANY on-prem AD (only local users on workgroup devices). They wish to implement Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) with FSLogix functionality. According to this article, Clients must be Microsoft Entra joined or…

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
7,581 questions
Active Directory
Active Directory
A set of directory-based technologies included in Windows Server.
6,238 questions
Microsoft Entra
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
20,618 questions
asked 2024-01-29T13:21:48.9033333+00:00
Michael Novak 81 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T14:30:07.2266667+00:00
Zuuber 80 Reputation points
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Não consigo cadastrar meu e-mail corporativo no Microsoft Authenticator

Não consigo cadastrar meu e-mail corporativo no Microsoft Authenticator. Já tentei todas as alternativas indicadas nos fóruns abertos na Microsoft. Preciso de ajuda, pois sem esse App não consigo entrar na minha conta comercial e muito menos consigo ter…

Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365
Formerly Office 365, is a line of subscription services offered by Microsoft which adds to and includes the Microsoft Office product line.
4,352 questions
Microsoft Authenticator
Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation.
6,136 questions
Windows 365 Business
asked 2024-07-25T02:07:24.2833333+00:00
Ébelin Freitas 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-25T14:29:01.04+00:00
Claudia Dos Santos Haz (CONCENTRIX CORPORATION) 1,010 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

New-SmbGlobalMapping: A specified logon session does not exist. It may already have been terminated.

Recently upgraded OS from Windows server 2019 to Windows Datacenter 2022 OS. When checking existing setups associated with mapping share drives in 2022, observed that Getting error New-SmbGlobalMapping: A specified logon session does not exist. It may…

Azure Storage Accounts
Azure Storage Accounts
Globally unique resources that provide access to data management services and serve as the parent namespace for the services.
2,941 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,633 questions
Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets
Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets
Azure compute resources that are used to create and manage groups of heterogeneous load-balanced virtual machines.
364 questions
asked 2024-07-24T18:34:10.1833333+00:00
Iswarya 5 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-25T14:26:42.1766667+00:00
Sedat SALMAN 13,345 Reputation points
1 answer

Gaming block policy also blocks notifications settings access

Hello, my organization blocks access to Gaming mode on our Windows 11 corporate owned machines. We have recently discovered that it is likely also blocking user access to Notifications Settings. They can click on the button, but nothing happens. Found…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,981 questions
Microsoft Intune Security
Microsoft Intune Security
Microsoft Intune: A Microsoft cloud-based management solution that offers mobile device management, mobile application management, and PC management capabilities.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
376 questions
asked 2024-07-24T17:56:50.8133333+00:00
Michael S 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2024-07-25T14:24:22.3866667+00:00
Ryan Hill 27,031 Reputation points Microsoft Employee