From student guides on computer science and cybersecurity to professional references on identity management and Windows Server security. Written by a Microsoft MVP with 30+ years of practitioner experience.
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Buy on AmazonSanthosh Sivarajan is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) with over 30 years of experience in enterprise IT, identity and access management, and cybersecurity. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Houston, Texas, and has designed and implemented enterprise solutions for organizations across industries. He is the founder of SAG Business Group, where he leads advisory, education, and community programs that help organizations and individuals navigate the evolving technology landscape.