Orin Thomas, a Principal Cloud Operations Advocate at Microsoft and author of multiple books on Microsoft technologies, shares insights on Windows Server 2025's impact on Active Directory. He discusses key improvements, like the retirement of NTLM and the importance of upgrading to at least Server 2016 functional level for new security features. Orin also explores innovative certification practices, emphasizing hands-on evaluations that reflect real-world skills. Tune in for a deep dive into modernizing IT infrastructure and enhancing security!