Editors' Picks
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Archiware, Tandberg unveil products; IDC: Big data fuels storage need
Recently, IDC announced that big data was driving storage growth, while Tandberg Data and Archiware had new releases for backup customers.06 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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Five ways admins can embrace Windows Server 2012 Remote Management
As Microsoft encourages Windows admins to deal with servers offsite, here are some easy steps they can use for Windows Server 2012 Remote Management.25 Apr 2013
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Windows 8 Enterprise offers admin capabilities absent in Windows 8 Pro
Desktop admins should carefully consider OS editions -- Windows 8 Enterprise provides options for connectivity and control that Windows 8 Pro lacks.25 Apr 2013
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The updated Makadocs malware: How to protect users locally
Security expert Nick Lewis details how the updated Makadocs malware uses Google Docs as a command and control server and offers mitigations for users.23 Apr 2013
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Trusted platform module aids Windows mobile device security
Keeping data safe in mobile devices is the Holy Grail for preventing corporate data loss.22 Apr 2013
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Standardizing on Windows tablet PCs to simplify device management
The enterprise can learn a thing or two about managing mobile devices from the education industry's standardization on Windows-based tablet PCs.15 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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Using Windows 8 AppLocker and application sideloading in Windows 8
Windows 8 AppLocker, which IT can use to set policies for which apps can run on enterprise desktops, should be in every administrator's toolbox.10 Apr 2013
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Critical RDP, Internet Explorer fixes included in Patch Tuesday update
April's Patch Tuesday update fixes 13 vulnerabilities in IE, Remote Desktop Protocol, SharePoint 2013, Active Directory and Windows Defender.09 Apr 2013
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More IT shops consider Surface Pro, Windows tablet PCs
Windows-based tablet PCs are gaining slight traction as the enterprise deploys the devices for business applications.08 Apr 2013
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Microsoft Office 365 tries to keep enterprises in its suite spot
IT shops may find that the entire Office 365 suite is a good deal, once they parse Microsoft's licensing options and address initial misgivings.05 Apr 2013
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You can study for MCSA: Windows Server 2012, but not Windows 8 -- yet
Because of the seven week gap between GA dates, there are more materials available for MCSA: Windows Server 2012 than Windows 8. But that will change.28 Mar 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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Windows 8 app updates streamline user experience across devices
Microsoft's Windows 8 app updates are a step in the right direction, but may not provide enterprise users with the functionality they need.27 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