Techmentor Event Microsoft HQ 2026

I’m pleased to announce I’ll be attending the Techmentor Event at Microsoft Headquarters in Redmond, WA, August 3-7, 2026. Register now and save $500.00 with the discount code HICKS.

Sessions

I’ll be delivering three sessions at this year’s event.

Join Me

The event is shaping up to be one of the best, with industry experts from around the world presenting on many important topics. Be sure to join me! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn from the best in the industry. Register today. Hope to see you there!

What’s New in Entra Global Secure Access Client v2.28.96

On April 27, 2026, Microsoft announced an update for the Entra Global Secure Access (GSA) client version 2.28.96. This new release includes improvements to the user experience for BYOD scenarios, to surface more information about endpoint status on the main screen, and to Intelligent Local Access (ILA).

Sign Out

Microsoft has changed how the Sign Out button is displayed depending on the device’s join type. With GSA client 2.28.96, the Sign Out button now appears by default only on Microsoft Entra-registered devices. This option is hidden on Microsoft Entra-joined devices but can optionally be displayed by setting a registry key.

Intelligent Local Access

This update also includes changes to the Intelligent Local Access (ILA) feature. Administrators can now assign a private application to multiple private networks. In addition, the GSA client now includes a new Private Access Definitions section on the Forwarding Profile tab of the Advanced Diagnostics tool. This new section includes the Private DNS definitions and a new Private network definitions section, which detail the current ILA configuration, including defined private networks, configured DNS server addresses, the FQDN to resolve for the private network, and the expected IP address for the ILA FQDN.

Additional Changes

GSA client v2.28.96 also includes additional changes to address known issues and bugs.

  • Internet connection test changed from msn.com to www.msftconnecttest.com
  • Additional log data collection, including Kerberos logs and the output of gpresult.exe
  • Log collection includes the list of trusted root Certification Authorities (CAs) on the endpoint

Download GSA v2.28.96

Administrators can download the latest release of the Global Secure Access (GSA) client here.

Additional Information

Global Secure Access Client for Windows v2.28.96

Entra Private Access Intelligent Local Access (ILA)

Entra Private Access and BYOD

Always On VPN Ask Me Anything (AMA) April 2026

We’re already through most of Q1 2026, so I’ve put another AMA on the calendar so we can all connect again. Be sure to join me on Tuesday, April 7, at 10:00 AM PDT (UTC -7) for the next edition of the Always On VPN AMA (Ask Me Anything!) session.

Do you have questions about Always On VPN? Are you having a specific issue you can’t figure out? Would you like more information about configuration options? Here’s your chance to get your questions answered! Register now and join the session to ask me anything (AMA!) about Microsoft Windows Always On VPN and related technologies.

The AMA will be an open forum session where we can all talk shop about Always On VPN and related technologies. It’s a great chance to learn new things and share experiences with your peers. We’ll discuss known issues and limitations, best practices, and more. I’m also planning to have some special guests, so be sure to join us!

Everyone is welcome. Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to connect and learn. Register now!

Can’t make the session? Register anyway, and I’ll send you the link to the recording as soon as it is available!