Editors' Picks
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Windows 8 tools build on native Windows 7 utilities with new capabilities
New and updated Windows 8 tools can help admins and users. Windows 8 utilities include functions for backing up and restoring systems.20 May 2013
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Why a Windows security scan is not enough to protect your workstations
A traditional Windows security scan may lure IT into complacency about desktop vulnerabilities, so look at four areas to beef up Windows security.17 May 2013
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Microsoft addresses legacy apps with Windows 8 app compatibility tools
New operating systems are always accompanied by compatibility concerns. Windows 8 app compatibility is no different, or is it?15 May 2013
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How to protect Windows startup from a compressed Boot Manager file
This week, our expert answers a question on how a hidden file can hinder the Windows startup process and how to restore the Windows Boot Manager.14 May 2013
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Understanding the errors behind a temporary Windows profile
A Windows user finds that he has been issued a temporary Windows profile. Our expert shows how that can happen and how to fix the underlying problem.02 May 2013
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Mind the gaps left by Windows 8 security features
Observers agree that Microsoft has improved security in Windows 8, but IT must still check how the OS affects third-party apps and privacy.01 May 2013
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How Microsoft Windows licensing trips up cloud-based desktops
Microsoft Windows licensing makes it difficult to adopt cloud-based virtual desktops, but there are ways around the complexity.30 Apr 2013
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What does the Microsoft VDA license offer?
The Virtual Desktop Access license lets users remotely access Windows from more types of devices, but it costs more than Software Assurance.24 Apr 2013
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Malware detection questions for IT to answer for desktop security
Our columnist writes that admins should shift their focus from malware protection to malware detection and finding what's already on desktops.16 Apr 2013
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Securing Windows systems with Microsoft's free Attack Surface Analyzer
Attack Surface Analyzer, free Microsoft software, takes snapshots of Windows systems, giving admins a view into potential security vulnerabilities.11 Apr 2013
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Windows XP migration delayed even as Microsoft prepares to pull the plug on support
Microsoft will end Windows XP support in 2014, but IT cites costs, app compatibility as reasons to delay migrating Windows XP to Windows 7 or 8.10 Apr 2013
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Chapter excerpt: Defending the enterprise from password hacking
In this excerpt from 'Hacking for Dummies, Fourth Edition,' author Kevin Beaver looks at the dangers of password hacking and how to respond to them.08 Apr 2013
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How Windows XP end of life will affect your desktop applications
It's time to get rid of XP, but there are some ways to keep desktop applications running smoothly despite the upcoming Windows XP end of life.05 Apr 2013
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What OS features should be shut off after installing SSD in a laptop?
Marc Staimer explains what OS features should be turned off after installing SSD in a laptop computer.05 Apr 2013
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Microsoft hints at Windows Blue agenda, speeds Windows updates
Microsoft finally acknowledges Windows Blue, but is not forthcoming with details on the initiative's operating system updates.28 Mar 2013
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Microsoft improves Windows 8 DirectAccess as a VPN alternative
Microsoft has made Windows 8 DirectAccess easier for small businesses to deploy, providing IT more control over Windows remote access than with a VPN.27 Mar 2013
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How to delete a file or folder when the Windows path is too long
Our expert answers a question on how to delete a file or folder when its Windows file name is beyond the Windows path length limit.26 Mar 2013
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Windows System Control Center organizes utilities for admin toolboxes
Just as Windows Sysinternals gathers freeware tools, Windows System Control Center collects numerous Windows utilities, including those from NirSoft.26 Mar 2013
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Windows 8 Companion Subscription License may lower BYOD costs
Microsoft's Companion Subscription License with Windows 8 accommodates BYOD and may turn out to be more economical for some enterprises.25 Mar 2013
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Lack of enterprise Windows 8 app development tools complicates upgrades
Companies considering a move to the latest Windows OS may have to delay upgrades due to a lack of enterprise Windows 8 app development tools.21 Mar 2013