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Live! 360 Event Orlando, Florida 2026

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be attending the upcoming Live! 360 Event, November 15-20, 2026, at Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, Florida. I’ll be in attendance all week and will be delivering a few talks at the event this year.

Sessions

I’ll be presenting two sessions at this year’s event. They are:

Join Me!

If you are planning to attend the event, please join my sessions! I will be at the conference center all week, so don’t hesitate to reach out and contact me while you are there. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

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by Richard M. Hicks on September 17, 2026  •  Permalink
Posted in Active Directory Certificate Services, ADC, ADCS, Always On VPN, AOVPN, Certificate Authentication, Certificate Authority, Certificate Services, Certificate-Based Authentication, certificates, Cloud PKI, Conference, education, Entra Global Secure Access, Entra Private Access, Entra Private Network Connector, Event, Global Secure Access, GSA, learning, Microsoft, Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access, Microsoft Entra Private Access, PKI, Private Network Connector, VPN, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2025, Zero Trust, Zero Trust Network Access
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Posted by Richard M. Hicks on September 17, 2026

https://directaccess.richardhicks.com/2026/09/17/live-360-event-orlando-florida-2026/

Always On VPN Dynamic Profile Configurator (DPC) Webinar

Managing Microsoft Always On VPN deployments doesn’t have to be complicated. Always On VPN Dynamic Profile Configurator (DPC) is a free, open-source solution that simplifies deploying and managing Always On VPN client configuration settings while extending the capabilities of native deployment methods such as Microsoft Intune VPN profiles, custom XML, and PowerShell scripts.

Whether you’re deploying Always On VPN for the first time or looking to streamline an existing implementation, DPC provides powerful features that make advanced VPN configuration easier to deploy, manage, and maintain.

Join Our Live Webinar

Join me on Tuesday, August 18, at 1:00 PM EDT for a live webinar featuring Leo D’Arcy, creator and lead developer of Always On VPN DPC. During this live session, we’ll demonstrate many of DPC’s latest capabilities and show how they can simplify even the most complex Always On VPN deployments. Topics include:

  • Configuring flexible VPN deployment strategies
  • Optimizing interface and route metrics
  • Dynamically excluding Microsoft 365 and custom domains from the VPN tunnel
  • Configuring IKE mobility settings for improved roaming
  • Defining and managing IPv6 routes
  • Deploying DPC using Active Directory and Microsoft Intune
  • Exploring additional advanced features and deployment scenarios

Throughout the webinar, we’ll share practical guidance, configuration tips, and real-world examples to help you get the most from Always On VPN DPC.

Register Today

Registration is free, but you must register in advance to attend. If you can’t attend the live session, register anyway, and you’ll receive access to the on-demand recording after the event.

We’ll also reserve time for a live Q&A at the end of the presentation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions directly to the developers and experts behind DPC.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Additional Information

Always On VPN Dynamic Profile Configurator (DPC)

Always On VPN DPC Advanced Features

Always On VPN DPC with Microsoft Intune

Migrating from Always On VPN DPC Commercial to Open Source

Always On VPN DPC Commercial Support Now Available

Always On VPN DPC Discord Channel

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by Richard M. Hicks on August 4, 2026  •  Permalink
Posted in Always On VPN, Always On VPN DPC, AOVPN, AovpnDPC, Device Management, DPC, DPC Support, Dynamic Profile Configurator, education, Endpoint Manager, Intune, learning, MDM, Microsoft, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Microsoft Intune, Mobile Device Management, Operational Support, PowerShell, systems management, VPN, webinar, Windows 10, Windows 11
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Posted by Richard M. Hicks on August 4, 2026

https://directaccess.richardhicks.com/2026/08/04/always-on-vpn-dynamic-profile-configurator-dpc-webinar/

Windows Server 2025 Marks the End of Microsoft DirectAccess

Well, the time has finally come. Microsoft DirectAccess, first introduced in Windows Server 2008 R2, will be removed from the next release of Windows Server. This means that Windows Server 2025 is officially the end of the line for DirectAccess.

Why Is This Happening?

DirectAccess has had a good run, no doubt. However, DirectAccess is built on legacy technologies, making it difficult to implement and support in modern environments. For example, DirectAccess requires the following:

  • Domain-joined servers and clients
  • Active Directory group policy management
  • NTLMv2 for authentication
  • Complex IPv6 transition and translation technologies

Further, DirectAccess does not support:

  • Modern endpoint management using Microsoft Intune
  • Integration with Entra ID and Entra Conditional Access
  • Fine-grained user access control (zero trust)
  • Windows Professional or other non-Microsoft endpoints

Microsoft’s strategic focus has shifted toward cloud-native identity, device management, and Zero Trust access solutions, making DirectAccess increasingly difficult to align with modern enterprise requirements and ultimately resulting in Microsoft discontinuing DirectAccess.

What’s Next

Organizations should consider migrating from DirectAccess to Always On VPN or Entra Private Access. Always On VPN provides a traditional VPN-based remote access solution with broad deployment flexibility, while Entra Private Access offers a cloud-native Zero Trust approach for accessing private applications and resources.

Migration Path

Organizations currently relying on DirectAccess should begin planning their migration strategy now. Although Windows Server 2025 continues to support DirectAccess, future Windows Server releases will not, making proactive migration planning essential.

Get Expert Guidance on DirectAccess Migration

Every DirectAccess deployment is different. The right migration strategy depends on your existing infrastructure, identity platform, management approach, and security requirements. Complete the form below to discuss your environment and receive guidance on transitioning to Always On VPN or Entra Private Access.

Additional Information

Microsoft DirectAccess Deprecation on Future Windows Server Releases

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by Richard M. Hicks on June 12, 2026  •  Permalink
Posted in Deployment, DirectAccess, DirectAccess Deprecated, DirectAccess End of Life, DirectAccess EOL, end of life, Enterprise, enterprise mobility, Infrastructure, Microsoft, Operational Support, Remote Access, Security, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2025
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Posted by Richard M. Hicks on June 12, 2026

https://directaccess.richardhicks.com/2026/06/12/windows-server-2025-marks-the-end-of-microsoft-directaccess/

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