SimeonOnSecurity’s Guides

Automating Windows Updates with Ansible: A Comprehensive Guide

2023-05-27 (Modified: 2026-06-29) — Written by SimeonOnSecurity — 4 min read

simplify the process of updating Windows systems by automating with Ansible - step-by-step instructions and best practices included.

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#Ansible Automation #security patches #IT Infrastructure #Configuration management #IT Operations

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Setting Up Cloudflare Tunnels: simplify and Secure Your Network Traffic

2023-05-26 (Modified: 2026-06-29) — Written by SimeonOnSecurity — 4 min read

Learn how to set up Cloudflare Tunnels to simplify and protect your network traffic, enhancing performance and security.

#Network security #network configuration #authentication #Network Protection #Performance Optimization

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Linux File Hash Guide 2026: SHA256, MD5, SHA1 with sha256sum, md5sum, sha1sum

2023-05-25 (Modified: 2026-06-29) — Written by SimeonOnSecurity — 7 min read

Complete 2026 guide to Linux file hashing using sha256sum, md5sum, sha1sum commands. Learn file integrity verification, hash comparison, automation, and best practices for security.

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#Linux security #Command-line Tools #Data security

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PowerShell Get File Hash: Complete 2026 Guide to SHA256, MD5, SHA1 on Windows

2023-05-25 (Modified: 2026-06-29) — Written by SimeonOnSecurity — 7 min read

Complete guide to obtaining file hashes on Windows using PowerShell Get-FileHash. Learn SHA256, MD5, SHA1 hash verification, comparison, and automation for security and integrity checks in 2026.

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#Powershell #windows operating system #Data security #digital forensics #cybersecurity

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Best Practices for Time Source Management in Windows Domains and Standalone Machines

2023-05-23 (Modified: 2026-06-29) — Written by SimeonOnSecurity — 4 min read

Learn how to effectively set and handle time sources in Windows domains and standalone machines to ensure accurate time synchronization and avoid potential issues.

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