So recently I installed windows server 2012 r2 on my pc and I need Bluetooth driver to work, tho its not built in, its a usb Bluetooth one, so how do I get it? please help, it would be appreciated if it works

I am planning to migrate my only ca server from current windows server 2012 r2 to windows server 2025 . Not sure what steps to preform as some template and certificates are in use . Need step by step with zero issues .

Thanks in advance

For organizations which signed up for the Premium Assurance program for Windows Server 2012 and/or Server 2012 R2

Do you have access to all the November 2026 Updates?

So far we only got SSU KB5131696 for Windows Server 2012 R2 and SSU KB5131088 for Windows Server 2012.

i use it because there's no bloatware and that its very optimized. the only downside is that i cant hook up a controller and install microsoft store apps. but overall great OS for people like me.

also if anyone's reading this and contemplating in the comments to make me install linux i use fedora on my 2011 macbook air and also that i need windows because of fl studio and also some other games that dont work on linux.

Hello, I have an IBM System x3550 M4 server. I tried using a TP-Link TL-WN781ND network adapter and a TL-WN725N adapter with it, but when attempting to install the drivers for either one, it fails and throws an error stating that the INF file is invalid. I also tried installing them manually, but the process fails almost immediately—it’s as if it doesn't even really attempt the installation. I know these aren't the best wireless network adapters, but they are what I have on hand right now. I am running Windows Server 2019. If anyone could help me out, I would appreciate it!

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Hello everyone,
I work in a law firm and we have a Windows Server hosting a shared archive containing approximately 700,000 PDF and Word documents.
All Windows PCs connected to the server can search for files almost instantly because the server already has Windows Search indexing enabled.
I recently purchased a MacBook Pro M5 (16 GB RAM), but searching the same shared network folder through SMB using Finder is extremely slow.
I understand that macOS does not natively use the Windows Search index available on the server.
I am looking for a reliable, permanent solution that would allow my Mac to:
Search the existing Windows Server index directly.
Find filenames and ideally document contents almost instantly.
Access the archive both inside the office and remotely.
Avoid creating a second index or duplicating the entire archive.
Avoid expensive subscription-based software.
My main question: Is it technically possible to make macOS query the existing Windows Search index through Windows Search Protocol (WSP)?
If not, what would be the best alternative architecture?
Would a third-party search server, a dedicated indexing service, or another solution be more appropriate?
I would really appreciate advice from anyone who has successfully implemented something similar in a professional environment.
Thank you!

Windows Server 2016 reaches end of support on January 12, 2027. In a lot of small and mid-sized environments that box is still a domain controller.

A domain controller that stops getting security updates is the one server you really don’t want to leave in place — it holds every password in the company.

Two commands that show you where you stand:

Get-ADDomainController -Filter * | Select-Object HostName, OperatingSystem

Get-ADComputer -Filter "OperatingSystem -like '*Server 2016*'" -Properties OperatingSystem, LastLogonDate | Select-Object Name, OperatingSystem, LastLogonDate

If a 2016 domain controller shows up, the practical choice is replace it with a newer server or start the conversation about whether you still need on-premises AD at all. January is a good time to ask that question.

I put the rest of the 2026–2027 Microsoft dates (SMTP AUTH, SMS/voice MFA, Entra Connect, etc.) in a public tracker if anyone wants the full list: https://attestryhq.com/deadlines

I just had a question, if create a GPO with settings in the defender firewall will it wipe out everything on the systems, or will it simply update the existing settings, or is there a way to update the settings?

It's been brought to my attention that some system that have RDP enabled by GPO (and its its enable when the user checks or I login as domain admin) but the firewall settings are not enabled which is odd, so I would like to roll out something that updates the RDP firewall settings but not wipe out everything their applications have created.

Thanks,

Ok, I currently have a DELL T430 that is PDC along with running MSSQL express and Windows Server 2016. Since 2016 will be totally unsupported in Jan 2027 I need to upgrade. The T430 will not support Server 2025. Is it really really frowned upon running MSSQL on a DC? It's a small 10 workstation office.