Practical Powershell Security And Compliance Center Second Edition

Build and enhance your own scripts to easily and efficiently manage the Security and Compliance Center Key Features Gather information you need to start using PowerShell right away Discover innovative ways to construct useful scripts Learn how to manage SCC with PowerShell through real-world scenarios Book Description PowerShell is an integral part of Office 365. With an emphasis on security, Microsoft has given high importance to the Security and Compliance Center for Office 365. Managing the security for your tenant can become an easy task with a powerful tool like PowerShell. This book shares tips, tricks, and best practices for using PowerShell with the Security and Compliance Center. You'll begin by learning the basic tools of PowerShell, such as PowerShell ISE and PowerShell repositories, and connect to the SCC using multi-factor authentication. As you move on to more advanced topics, you'll learn to layer the security by managing role groups and explore the importance of information barriers and how to set them up. You'll discover how to manage various devices by using the tenant policies and the device access rules. As the book concludes, it teaches you the various best practices that help you produce better code. By the end of this book, you'll have all the information to confidently manage the Security and Compliance Center (SCC) with PowerShell. What you will learn Enhance the script, test it, and transition it into production Make your PowerShell scripts more usable and accessible Study directory synchronization and its applications Explore the various layers of security and how to implement them with PowerShell Use PowerShell to implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Understand compliance and how it can be managed with PowerShell Who this book is for If you are already managing Exchange and have some PowerShell experience, then this book is ideal for you. Those professionals who want to gain more proficiency in PowerShell but are unsure of how to approach it will also find this book useful. To gain the most from this book, you must have sufficient experience of working in PowerShell and need no detailed introduction about its history and usefulness.

Practical PowerShell * Security and Compliance Center is a 340+ page book on how to learn to script and use PowerShell to manage the Security and Compliance Center portion of Office 365. Written by a Microsoft MVP, you will learn from real world examples and 100% tested code. Purchase this book with confidence.

Efficiently manage and administer enterprise environments using Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Key FeaturesLeverage Windows Server 2019 to improve enterprise workflow efficiency and increase productivityDeliver enterprise-grade cloud services that can be applied in your infrastructureGet up and running with PowerShell and the all-new Hyper-V improvementsBook Description Do you want to get up and running with essential administrative tasks in Windows Server 2019? This second edition of the Windows Server 2019 Cookbook is packed with practical recipes that will help you do just that. The book starts by taking you through the basics that you need to know to get a Windows Server operating system working, before teaching you how to navigate through daily tasks using the upgraded graphical user interface (GUI). You'll then learn how to compose an optimal Group Policy and perform task automation with PowerShell scripting. As you advance, you’ll get to grips with faster app innovation, improved Windows security measures, and hybrid cloud environments. After you’ve explored the functions available to provide remote network access to your users, you’ll cover the new Hyper-V enhancements. Finally, this Windows Server book will guide you through practical recipes relating to Azure integration and important tips for how to manage a Windows Server environment seamlessly. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-versed with Windows Server 2019 essentials and have the skills you need to configure Windows services and implement best practices for securing a Windows Server environment. What you will learnGet up and running with Windows Server 2019’s new featuresInstall, configure, and administer Windows Server 2019 effectivelyConfigure the server to host any enterprise applicationDiscover ways to manage a server without a GUISafeguard your virtual machines in the event of server failureExplore new ways to integrate Windows Server with Microsoft AzureDeploy Windows containers using DockerWho this book is for This Windows Server 2019 book is for system administrators and IT professionals who have basic experience in Windows environments and are interested in acquiring the skills and knowledge needed to manage and maintain the core infrastructure required for a Windows Server 2019 environment.

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A practical guide to using PowerShell with Exchange Server 2016. Aimed at those who want to grow their skills with PowerShell while learning to use it effectively with Exchange 2016. The Second Edition of the book adds 100+ pages of brand new material.

Summary PowerShell in Depth, Second Edition is the go-to reference for administrators working with Windows PowerShell. Every major technique, technology, and tactic is carefully explained and demonstrated, providing a hands-on guide to almost everything an admin would do in the shell. Written by three experienced authors and PowerShell MVPs, this is the PowerShell book you'll keep next to your monitor—not on your bookshelf! Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Book A Windows admin using PowerShell every day may not have the time to search the net every time he or she hits a snag. Wouldn't it be great to have a team of seasoned PowerShell experts ready to answer even the toughest questions? That's what you get with this book. PowerShell in Depth, Second Edition is the go-to reference for administrators working with Windows PowerShell. Every major technique, technology, and tactic is carefully explained and demonstrated, providing a hands-on guide to almost everything an admin would do in the shell. Written by PowerShell MVPs Don Jones, Jeffrey Hicks, and Richard Siddaway, each valuable technique was developed and thoroughly tested, so you'll be able to consistently write production-quality, maintainable scripts while saving hours of time and effort. This book assumes you know the basics of PowerShell. What's Inside Automating tasks Packaging and deploying scripts Introduction to Desired State Configuration PowerShell security Covers PowerShell version 3 and later About the Authors Don Jones, Jeffery Hicks, and Richard Siddaway are Microsoft MVPs, trainers, and administrators. Collectively, they've authored nearly three dozen books on PowerShell and Windows administration. Table of Contents PART 1 POWERSHELL FUNDAMENTALS Introduction PowerShell hosts Using the PowerShell help system The basics of PowerShell syntax Working with PSSnapins and modules Operators Working with objects The PowerShell pipeline Formatting PART 2 POWERSHELL MANAGEMENT PowerShell Remoting Background jobs and scheduling Working with credentials Regular expressions Working with HTML and XML data PSDrives and PSProviders Variables, arrays, hash tables, and script blocks PowerShell security Advanced PowerShell syntax PART 3 POWERSHELL SCRIPTING AND AUTOMATION PowerShell's scripting language Basic scripts and functions Creating objects for output Scope PowerShell workflows Advanced syntax for scripts and functions Script modules and manifest modules Custom formatting views Custom type extensions Data language and internationalization Writing help Error handling techniques Debugging tools and techniques Functions that work like cmdlets Tips and tricks for creating reports PART 4 ADVANCED POWERSHELL Working with the Component Object Model (COM) Working with .NET Framework objects Accessing databases Proxy functions Building a GUI WMI and CIM Working with the web Desired State Configuration

Get practical advice on how to use PowerShell on your Exchange Servers Key Features Learn more about PowerShell basics, not just for Exchange Online Discover innovative ways to construct useful scripts for your tenant Explore ways to easily manage Exchange Online Book Description While some organizations are moving to Office 365, many of them are staying on premises. The Exchange supporters need help to learn how to advance their PowerShell scripting skills. This book helps you to understand and learn these useful skills to become proficient in Exchange PowerShell. You'll start by learning how to enhance your scripts, perform detailed testing, and transition and use the scripts in production. You'll learn how to configure Exchange Online and manage client access, as well as how to leverage Unified Messaging for Exchange Online and utilize Exchange to its full potential. As you progress through the book, you'll discover how to migrate to Exchange Online from an on-premises solution and vice versa. The book closes by listing out the best practices that will help you write better code while configuring Exchange with PowerShell. By the end of the book, you'll have all the information you need to start using PowerShell with Exchange Online right away. What you will learn Manage Exchange Online and customize your tenant Create useful reports on your Exchange tenant Work with mailbox-enabled objects with PowerShell Manage mobile devices with PowerShell Build and troubleshoot your own scripts Apply best practices to write better code Who this book is for This book is designed for those who know some PowerShell or are looking for ways to make their scripts better and become more confident in managing Exchange Server with PowerShell.

Make the most out of your investment in Office 365 apps and services with this Microsoft Office cookbook Key FeaturesLearn how to manage and secure the entire Office 365 stack in addition to specific servicesDelve into newer and frequently shifting areas such as Power Platform, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Search administrationDiscover carefully selected techniques that cover a range of administrative tasks of varying difficulty levelsBook Description Organizations across the world have switched to Office 365 to boost workplace productivity. However, to maximize investment in Office 365, you need to know how to efficiently administer Office 365 solutions. Microsoft Office 365 Administration Cookbook is packed with recipes to guide you through common and not-so-common administrative tasks throughout Office 365. Whether you’re administering a single app such as SharePoint or organization-wide Security & Compliance across Office 365, this cookbook offers a variety of recipes that you’ll want to have to hand. The book begins by covering essential setup and administration tasks. You’ll learn how to manage permissions for users and user groups along with automating routine admin tasks using PowerShell. You’ll then progress through to managing core Office 365 services such as Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, and Azure Active Directory (AD). This book also features recipes that’ll help you to manage newer services such as Microsoft Search, Power Platform, and Microsoft Teams. In the final chapters, you’ll delve into monitoring, reporting, and securing your Office 365 services. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned about managing individual Office 365 services along with monitoring, securing, and optimizing your entire Office 365 deployment efficiently. What you will learnGet to grips with basic Office 365 setup and routine administration tasksManage Office 365 identities and groups efficiently and securelyHarness the capabilities of PowerShell to automate common administrative tasksConfigure and manage core Office 365 services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, and OneDriveConfigure and administer fast-evolving services such as Microsoft Search, Power Platform, Microsoft Teams, and Azure ADGet up and running with advanced threat protection features provided by the Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance CenterProtect your organization’s sensitive data with Office 365 Data Loss PreventionMonitor activities and behaviors across all Office 365 servicesWho this book is for This book is for newer Office 365 administrators and IT pros alike, and comes with recipes of varying difficulty levels along with step-by-step guidance. Whether you are new to Office 365 administration or just seeking new ideas, this cookbook contains recipes to enhance your organization’s app and service management and productivity.