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True IT blooper #83
In this true story, the graveyard shift takes its toll on a donut fanatic.
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Perform one-button backups
Some products that will accomplish this task.
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Clean registry -- better performance
Maintaining the registry can save time at boot up, preserve space on disk and even save your bacon.
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Using an Index for a Query
How to use an index instead of a query to improve date retrieval.
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True IT blooper #82
A vice president showing off his company's data center leaves red-faced.
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Solve 'Page Cannot Be Displayed' error
How to fix the ubiquitous Page Cannot Be Displayed error.
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NAV 2003 is powerful, versatile
David Strom reviews Norton Anti-Virus for this edition of David Strom's Security Tool Shed.
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Take a quantum leap
Adjust time quanta for better performance.
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Use the table datatype
What it does and how to use it.
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.NET to the max
Wood products company nails sales and order fulfillment with .NET.
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Try using distributed views
The advantages of using distributed views.
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More SQL Server memory problems solved
Workarounds are great, but you might want to consider solving your SQL memory problems at an OS level.
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Getting the Most from One Exam
When pursuing the Microsoft certification fast-track, the best exam to attempt is the SQL 2000 administration exam.
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Create a dedicated server backbone
Enhance performance by creating a dedicated server backbone
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Coping with patchwork, part 1
In the first of a two-part series, Roberta Bragg offers suggestions on patching Windows in medium-sized organizations.
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Coping with patchwork, part 2
In the second of a two-part series, Roberta Bragg discusses patching best practices that apply to small businesses.
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By the numbers on MS's MCP Web site
Fingering out who's got the credentials.
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Test your Ethernet cables
How to test your Ethernet cables.
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Customize your AD implementation
How do you make the most of Active Directory? Read these guidelines to help you get the most bang for your buck.
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Optimize Win2k binding settings part 1
Brush up on bindings, an often overlooked but crucial aspect of networking, with this expert tip.
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Get ahead of the cloud skills gap
There may be a growing shortage of IT pros with cloud skills, but you can take action now and become a valuable asset with the right skills.
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Simple steps to prioritize the IT tasks at hand
It's easy to feel overwhelmed by a growing to-do list of IT tasks, but there are easy ways you can decide what to tackle first and what can wait.
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Five things about creating Exchange 2013 site mailboxes
Exchange 2013 site mailboxes tie SharePoint and Exchange 2013 together. Setup can be tricky, but understanding these five aspects can help.
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How to get users on your side when working in IT
IT pros can get a bad rap from stereotypes (we mean you, Nick Burns), but there are steps you can take when working in IT to get users on your side.