Author name: m.tiggelaar

– Founder of ICT Shift & FuseCP.
– More then 20 years of experience with Windows high availability and Microsoft Exchange.
– More then 20 years of experience with Linux and Unix.
– Open source enthusiast and a large contributor for multiple large Open Source projects.

My current main focus of attention is Geo-Clustering and BGP Routing.

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AI & Automation in IT Services

From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Maintenance Is Transforming IT Infrastructure

In today’s digital-first world, downtime isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a liability. Traditional IT maintenance waits for things to break.

Predictive maintenance flips that script, using data and AI to anticipate issues before they disrupt operations.

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Productivity & Collaboration Tools

📨 Mailcow: A Powerful, Privacy-Respecting Alternative to Microsoft Exchange On-Premise

As Microsoft Exchange On-Premise approaches its end-of-life in October 2025, organizations are faced with a critical decision: migrate to Microsoft’s cloud-based offerings, or look for a robust, self-hosted alternative.

For teams prioritizing control, privacy, and customization, one solution stands out—Mailcow.

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European Cloud: 10 Essential Steps
Future-Proof Business IT

Your Roadmap to the European Cloud: 10 Essential Steps

In today’s digital age, where data breaches and cyber threats are increasingly prevalent, establishing secure hosting solutions in the European cloud is more critical than ever, especially for businesses operating within Europe.

The European cloud is vital for understanding the European Union’s stringent regulations, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which mandates that organizations manage their data with an emphasis on privacy and security.

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Cybersecurity & Compliance

NOC: Plesk Upgrade 23rd Oct 2024

On October 23, 2024, we performed a scheduled Plesk upgrade to improve server performance, security, and reliability.

The maintenance was completed successfully, and services are fully restored. Please note that older PHP versions (7.3, 7.4, 8.0) will be phased out soon—upgrading to PHP 8.1 or later is strongly recommended to ensure continued compatibility and support.

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Cybersecurity & Compliance

NOC: Emergency Exchange server maintenance – 03 March 2021 21:00 CET

On March 3, 2021, we carried out emergency maintenance on our Exchange servers to apply critical Microsoft security updates.

The work began at 21:00 CET and was completed overnight with no expected downtime, thanks to our redundant cluster setup. These urgent updates were applied immediately to ensure the highest level of security and reliability for our clients’ communication systems.

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