Category Archives: Computer Science

Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT) related items will be posted under this category. Topics include, but not limited to, system administration, hardware/software troubleshooting, coding/programming (PHP, HTML, Java, Python, etc) and more.

Configure Active Directory to Store BitLocker Recovery Keys

Please refer to this video for now: https://youtu.be/vcjCj2JPDig


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This demonstration uses Windows Server 2022 server and Windows 11 Professional. But the principles are same for Windows Server 2012 through 2022 (Windows Server 2022 / 2019 / 2016 / 2012). There is only a minor settings/GUI differences among most of the previous versions of Windows Servers. The BitLocker Feature add-on for previous Windows Server versions may not prompt you to add the required components when installing it. Please refer to the video for more information. The enforced GPO settings will work on Windows 11, 10 and previous versions of client Operating Systems connected to the domain Active Directory.

PowerShell Cmdlets

$BLV = Get-BitLockerVolume -MountPoint "C:"
Backup-BitLockerKeyProtector -MountPoint "C:" -KeyProtectorId $BLV.KeyProtector[1].KeyProtectorId

How to create Home Folders in Active Directory (AD) – Windows Server 2022

This is how you can create Home Folders for your user in Active Directory (AD) in Windows Domain Controller (DC). You can create folders for multiple users (even hundreds of users) with few clicks by following these steps. For a video demonstration, please check my YouTube video.

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How to wipe your data on Windows 10 and 11

If you are selling your used PC (laptop/desktop) or you are returning your device to your organization, company or school, it is important to wipe and clear your personal data from the device to protect your privacy and security. The Windows 10 and Windows 11 Operating Systems (OS) have the built-in capabilities to help you do it. Continue reading How to wipe your data on Windows 10 and 11