Applications – Page 13

How do I implement a PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) for internal systems?

Posted on 2025-06-03Posted in ApplicationsTagged certificate management, encryption and authentication, internal systems security, PKI, Public Key Infrastructure, sysarticlesNo Comments

Implementing a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for internal systems requires planning, deployment, and ongoing management to secure communication and authentication across your environment. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Phase 1: Planning Define Objectives and Scope Identify the systems, applications, and users that need PKI. Define use cases: authentication, encryption, code signing, email security, etc. Decide whether […]

How do I handle a backup system failure?

Posted on 2025-06-02Posted in ApplicationsTagged ArtOfTroubleshooting, backup and disaster recovery, backup failure, data protection, IT infrastructure, sysarticlesNo Comments

When your backup system fails, move fast. Here’s a systematic approach to contain the damage and restore protection. 1. Assess the Situation Immediately Identify the root cause: hardware (storage device), software (backup application), network, or human error. Check logs from the backup software, storage devices, and servers to pinpoint the issue. Determine which data, systems, […]

How do I handle e-waste disposal for datacenter hardware?

Posted on 2025-05-31Posted in ApplicationsTagged data security, datacenter hardware, E-waste disposal, environmental compliance, recycling vendors, sysarticlesNo Comments

You need to dispose of datacenter hardware. Here’s how to do it right: 1. Develop an E-Waste Disposal Policy Create a formal policy that outlines how your datacenter will handle outdated or unused IT hardware. Include processes for decommissioning, secure data erasure, recycling, and vendor selection. 2. Perform Asset Inventory Before disposing of hardware, conduct […]

How do I secure shared folders in IT infrastructure?

Posted on 2025-05-27Posted in ApplicationsTagged access-control, data-encryption, file-permissions, Network Security, shared-folder-security, sysarticlesNo Comments

Securing shared folders means controlling who can reach them, what they can do, and how the data moves and sits on disk. You’ll need to combine permissions, network restrictions, encryption, logging, and backups. The steps below cover each layer. 1. Plan and Organize Access Control Map out who needs access and why before you create […]

What is the difference between SAN, NAS, and DAS, and which one should I use?

Posted on 2025-05-26Posted in ApplicationsTagged Cassandra, data center cooling, data storage solutions, IT infrastructure, monitoring dashboard, NAS, sysarticlesNo Comments

As an IT manager responsible for storage and IT infrastructure, understanding the differences between SAN, NAS, and DAS is crucial for making informed decisions about your organization’s storage needs. Here’s a breakdown of the three storage technologies and guidance on selecting the best option for your use case: 1. DAS (Direct-Attached Storage) Definition: DAS refers […]

How do I resolve “blue screen” errors caused by driver issues on Windows Servers?

Posted on 2025-05-25Posted in ApplicationsTagged ArtOfTroubleshooting, Blue Screen Error, Driver Issues, sysarticles, System Crash, Windows ServerNo Comments

When a Windows Server hits a bug check (blue screen) and the stop code points to a driver — DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL, PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA, SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED — start here. 1. Capture the stop code and driver name Write down the stop code and any driver file shown on the screen (e.g., nvlddmkm.sys, ndis.sys, storahci.sys). If the server reboots before […]