Microsoft’s Managed Home Screen, a feature of Intune, is a powerful tool for configuring dedicated and multi-app kiosk devices. Whether you’re deploying devices for education or enterprise environments, enabling sign-in…
Automatically set out of office replies for all users (Microsoft 365)
As the festive season approaches, schools and businesses alike often close or operate with reduced staffing. Setting out-of-office replies during this period is a simple yet effective way to manage…
How to change username (UPN) in Microsoft365 using Powershell
If you’re reading this, you’re likely looking for a way to update the sign-in username (User Principal Name or UPN) in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. For cloud-only tenants, this…
How to upgrade PowerShell from Version 5.1 to 7
At the time of writing you cannot simply “upgrade” PowerShell from 5.1 to 7, you need to install PowerShell 7 alongside the your existing version. PowerShell 7 is a separate…
Enhancing Fluency and Tracking Reading Progress with Microsoft Reading Progress
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, fostering reading fluency is paramount. To help achieve this, Microsoft have introduced Microsoft Reading Progress into Teams, a revolutionary tool designed to support educators…
How to Fix “Unable to Launch Secure Client” – Error 8051
If your school conducts online exams then its likely you use Surpass Secure Client which is used by multiple examination boards in the UK to facilitate online exams. Given that…