$Profile is a PowerShell built-in variable. It actually points to a script file Microsoft.PowerShell_profile.ps1 which will be run every time you start PowerShell. It's more or less like .bashrc or .zshrc in the Linux/Unix world.
CIFS (Common Internet File System) is usually used for file sharing in Windows environments. When running CIFS on a NetApp vServer, security hardening is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data integrity.
Environment variables in PowerShell store key-value pairs that define system settings. They are inherited from the local Windows operating system and can be accessed using the $env: prefix.
Apple’s "Protect Mail Activity" is a powerful feature designed to enhance your email privacy by masking your IP address and preventing senders from tracking your email activity. However, when combined with Pi-hole, it can lead to unexpected delays in email delivery.