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  • IT shops keep Windows Server 2003, despite risks

    Enterprises don’t let Microsoft’s Support Lifecycle policies dictate their upgrade cycles. But unless they buy hotfix support for Windows Server 2003, it could lead to trouble.  News

  • Should you install Microsoft Hyper-V on Server Core?

    The Hyper-V role for the Server Core installation of Windows 2008 R2 can be a practical alternative for managing virtual environments, but it's not ideal for all scenarios.  Tip

  • Server virtualization with Hyper-V

    With the release of Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft breathed new life into Hyper-V -- boosting its performance and capabilities. This chapter gives you an introduction to server virtualization and how Hyper-V and its components fit into that bigger...  Chapter Download

  • Licensing virtual machines: Windows 2008 Standard, Enterprise or Datacenter edition?

    Now that most machines are virtual rather than physical, Windows licensing can get a bit complicated. In this tip, learn exactly how many Microsoft licenses you need to cover your infrastructure and prevent the Business Software Alliance from showing...  Tip

  • MinWin

    MinWin is the lowest level of the Windows operating system. It runs the kernel, the TCP/IP stack and basic system services; it is self-contained and has no understanding of, or dependence upon, the rest of the Windows operating system.  Definition

  • Working with Active Directory snapshots in Windows Server 2008

    Taking snapshots of your Active Directory is a good idea if you plan on making any major changes. This tip walks you through the process of creating and managing snapshots in AD.  Tip

  • How to configure backups and perform restores in Windows Server 2008

    Discover tips on backing up your Windows Server 2008 operating system and data as well as info on performing restores in this chapter excerpt from "Windows Server 2008 How-To".  Book Excerpt

  • Using DFSR for SYSVOL replication in Windows Server 2008

    With the release of Windows Server 2008, admins can now use DFSR for SYSVOL replication (instead of FRS). The catch? A tricky migration process when upgrading from Windows Server 2003.  Tip

  • Installing Server Core for Windows 2008 the easy way

    Attention GUI haters! Server Core for Windows Server 2008 is quicker and easier to install then you think. This tip takes you through the process, step-by-step.  Tip

  • Enterprises eyeball new Windows server, Win 7 with care

    IT pros using Windows XP are in no rush to upgrade to Windows 7, while Vista users are more eager. And despite Windows Server 2008 R2's compelling features, adoption will be slow.  Article

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