Olivia Brown

Programming can be like making a sandwich. Sometimes, things go wrong. Maybe the cheese falls off. Or the bread is moldy. In PowerShell, when things go wrong, we call these errors. Lucky for us, PowerShell gives us a handy tool to deal with such messes — try-catch blocks. Read more

In enterprise environments, tracking system shutdowns is crucial both for auditing and troubleshooting purposes. Windows Server 2025, like its predecessors, includes the Shutdown Event Tracker—a feature that prompts users to explain why they are shutting down or restarting the system. By default, this feature may not be enabled on some editions or configurations. Fortunately, IT administrators can enable or configure the Shutdown Event Tracker through the Windows Registry, providing a centralized method for deployment across multiple servers. Read more

If you’re an ISU student, faculty, or staff in 2025, you might need to use the ISU VPN. Why? Because it lets you connect securely to campus resources from anywhere. Whether you’re at home, in a café, or halfway across the world—VPN has you covered. Read more

PowerShell is a robust scripting language designed for task automation and configuration management. One of its most frequently used control structures is the foreach loop. When used correctly, PowerShell foreach loops can greatly enhance script efficiency, readability, and performance. Understanding when and how to use these loops efficiently can be the difference between a fast, scalable script and one that is slow and resource-intensive. Read more

Want to keep a copy of your Outlook emails from Office 365? You’re in the right place! Whether you’re switching jobs, backing up data, or just love to hold on to things (like your grandma’s cookie recipes), downloading PST files safely is a smart move. Read more

Managing group memberships within Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is a critical task for IT administrators. Whether it’s for setting access permissions or streamlining user roles across services, knowing how to automate these processes can save hours of manual work. One such method is utilizing PowerShell to add members to Entra groups efficiently. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to get started and offer best practices that will elevate your scripting game. Read more

The rise of remote work in America has led to a significant shift in how professionals manage their daily tasks, communicate with colleagues, and access company networks. As more employees transition from traditional offices to home-based or mobile work environments, ensuring online security and privacy has become a top priority. One tool at the forefront of this digital transformation is the Virtual Private Network (VPN). Read more

You’re all cozy on your couch with snacks, ready to watch that viral YouTube video everyone’s raving about. But wait… “This video is not available in your country” — say what?! 😱 Welcome to the annoying world of geo-blocked content. But fear not! There’s a magical tool that can unlock those videos. Enter: the VPN. Read more

Missing your favorite U.S. TV shows while traveling or living abroad? No worries! There’s an easy and fun way to watch live U.S. television from anywhere in the world. All you need is a good VPN, and you’re ready to stream like you’re back home. Read more

When using a VPN, your privacy and anonymity are supposed to be protected by masking your actual IP address. However, many users are surprised to learn that their VPN may be leaking this sensitive data without their knowledge. These vulnerabilities can completely defeat the purpose of using a VPN, exposing your online identity and physical location to websites, advertisers, and even malicious entities. Read more