derek melber windows security articles

How to Track Down Inactive Users in Active Directory

We can all fall behind on our “simple” tasks in lieu of accomplishing more difficult duties. One such task is ​staying on top of ​user accounts in Active Directory...

ADManager Plus 2 min read Read

How to create user accounts efficiently in Active Directory

For years, it has perplexed me how inefficient it is to use Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) to create users. Forcing me to first...

Active Directory Free tools 2 min read Read

Domain password policies: Configuring and auditing correctly!

Over the past 14 years, I have been around the world helping admins, auditors, and security professionals understand how the domain password policy works in...

Active Directory 2 min read Read

The Active Directory Advisor

Welcome to the newest and coolest place to get Active Directory solutions and tips. I’m Derek Melber, here to provide you with the most relevant,...

Active Directory 3 min read Read