Editors' Picks
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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
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IT shops put off Windows XP migration to Windows 7, Windows 8
Enterprise IT needs to begin Windows XP migrations to Windows 7 because the product's lifecycle ends in 2014.19 Mar 2013
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Finding free alternatives for remote desktop apps and services
Our expert takes a look at free software and infrastructure alternatives for Windows Remote Desktop for remote desktop access.12 Mar 2013
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Ways to detect and delete duplicate files in Windows systems
Our enterprise desktop expert answers a question about some third-party tools for eliminating duplicate files in Windows desktops.27 Feb 2013
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Copying Windows Explorer files without slowing down a system
Our expert explains how to avoid overtaxing processors when copying Windows Explorer files. Process priority and a command should do the trick.21 Feb 2013
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Adjust security policies to combat Windows password hint attacks
Researchers have revealed potential Windows user password hint vulnerabilities. Expert Michael Cobb discusses how to address such attacks in policies.11 Feb 2013
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Microsoft Windows certification moving toward expiration dates
Expiration dates for Microsoft Windows certification may go away, as the company changes its credentials scheme from platforms to products.04 Feb 2013
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Windows 8 adoption in enterprises hinges on UI acceptance, devices
Microsoft Windows 8 hasn't been as beloved out of the gate as Windows 7 was for a number of reasons, including the touch-centric user interface.07 Jan 2013
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IT admins need to get Windows certification right
As long as the Windows certification exams you're working on also apply to the new MCSA credentials, keep at them. If they don't, then reconsider.20 Dec 2012
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How to handle legacy apps in a Windows 8 migration
Once your organization has decided on a Windows 8 migration, one of the first things to do is determine which legacy applications will run.20 Dec 2012
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Application migration to Windows 8 might require third-party tools
Third-party Windows upgrade tools might be necessary for application migration to Windows 8.17 Dec 2012
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Top 10 Windows tips of 2012
Check out the most-read Windows tips of 2012. Microsoft Windows 8, Windows Store apps and Office 2013 dominated your interests this year.12 Dec 2012
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Q&A: Microsoft explains Windows 8 value in the enterprise
Microsoft isn't saying where it sold 40 million Windows 8 licenses, but the company still claims that the new system is perfect for enterprise users.11 Dec 2012
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Before a Windows 8 migration, see whether the new OS is a good fit
While users are looking at Microsoft's latest OS, the question is whether a Windows 8 migration is really worthwhile for enterprises.10 Dec 2012
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IT plays waiting game with Windows 8 application support
Windows 8 sales sputter as businesses wait for third-party software to be certified on Microsoft's new operating system.26 Nov 2012
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New RackStation, My Book Studio offerings for SMB storage needs
This week, Synology shows off its latest RackStation product and Western Digital offers up its new My Book Studio external drive lineup for SMBs.16 Nov 2012
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Will quicker Office and Windows releases help or hurt IT?
As Microsoft tries to become as agile as Apple and Google, there's concern that fast-paced Windows releases won't work for enterprise customers.15 Nov 2012
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Best practices for Windows XP to Windows 7 migration stragglers
IT shops belatedly moving from Windows XP to Windows 7 should have a Windows migration plan that deals with apps, data and potential problems.13 Nov 2012