Is My Workplace safe as an IT Professional in a Cloud Based World
"Will my job as an IT professional still be needed if my employer moves the IT infrastructure to the cloud?"
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Thomas Stensitzki
Thomas Stensitzki is a Microsoft MVP, certified Exchange Server Master, and founder of Granikos GmbH & Co. KG, where he helps organizations modernize messaging, collaboration, and cloud security with Microsoft 365 and hybrid solutions. Alongside decades of deep technical expertise, Thomas has recently turned his focus to connecting technology with real-life conversations. He co-hosts the German-language podcast Cloudchroniken (https://cloudchroniken.de/), exploring the stories behind cloud technology, AI, and digital transformation. He also drives Discuss At Ease, an initiative inspired by his 2024 lymphoma diagnosis, creating open dialogue around illness, resilience, and well-being. A prolific speaker and trainer, Thomas shares insights at events like Experts Live and Exchange Summit. He contributes regularly to the Granikos blog, where his “Cumulative Update” series demystifies the latest in Exchange, Microsoft 365, Teams, and Copilot.
Legacy to Modern Public Folder Migration in Exchange Online
Exchange Server 2013 implemented a major change for public folder hierarchies and brought us modern public folders. In the previous versions of Exchange Server, public folders were replicated using their own replication technology. Public folders up to Exchange Server 2010 are called legacy public folders.
The Importance of using Split-DNS with Office 365
The use of Office 365 services depends on proper DNS name resolution, especially when running a hybrid configuration. Without a non-functional DNS name resolution, the end user will not be able to connect to Office 365 service from within the company network or from the Internet.