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Windows Server certification FAQ
Learn all the basic requirements, costs and benefits for Microsoft Windows Server certification. Feature
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What's new in the Windows Server 8 beta
Much has changed since the developer preview – find out the most compelling new features in Microsoft's latest server release. Feature
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Quiz: How well do you know Windows Server 8?
Windows Server 8, the pre-release operating system from Microsoft, has a bunch of new features. But how well do you know them? Quiz
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Avoid the numbers game with Windows Server 8
The promise of improved IP address management could be one incentive for organizations to switch to Windows Server 8. Feature
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Experts' top predictions for 2012: Windows Server 8, PowerShell, cloud
Windows Server 8 and an increased focus on security are all on the minds of IT pros heading into the next year. Feature
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Top Windows Server tips of 2011
Find our most popular tips this year, including great free tools, understanding Azure services and the BYOD initiative. Feature
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A guide to Hyper-V
Hyper-V, Microsoft's virtualization platform, helps admins to extend and manage their server networks Learn the basics or dig deeper in this expansive guide. guide
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Windows Server 8 guide
Windows Server 8 is approaching. Find out everything IT shops need to know in considering the server operating system expected to release in 2012. guide
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Five Quick Links: Active Directory in Windows Server 2008 R2
Check out these quick hitters on Windows Server 2008 R2’s added functionality for Active Directory management and administration. Five Quick Links
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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
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Microsoft patches 23 security vulnerabilities, three critical bulletins
Microsoft addressed 23 vulnerabilities as part of its May Patch Tuesday update, addressing flaws in Windows and Office. News | 08 May 2012
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Microsoft issues four critical fixes for April Patch Tuesday
April's Patch Tuesday announcement from Microsoft included four critical bulletins addressing flaws in Windows, Windows Server and Internet Explorer. News | 10 Apr 2012
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Microsoft delivers first Windows Server 8 beta containing new features
Microsoft finally made the leap on Leap Day, delivering the first Windows Server 8 beta containing dozens of enhanced features across the product. News | 01 Mar 2012
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News roundup: WMF 3.0, Windows 8 updates, Patch Tuesday preview
The Windows rumor mill kept turning this week, with talk about the Windows 8 beta and the Windows Store. Admins also got a look at the latest version of PowerShell and a preview of Patch Tuesday. News Roundup | 09 Dec 2011
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News Roundup: The fate of Windows 8 tablets
By the time ARM-based Windows 8 tablets arrive, will anyone care? News Roundup | 02 Dec 2011
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News Roundup: Changes for Windows Update and Windows Embedded
Admins frustrated with the Windows Update process will welcome the latest Windows 8 news; users of Windows Embedded operating systems should prepare for changes, too. News Roundup | 18 Nov 2011
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News Roundup: IBM supports Windows, Silverlight could be dead (again)
Will IBM's addition of mainframe support for Windows servers impact your enterprise? And is Silverlight finally dead? Answer these questions and more in this week's news summary. News | 11 Nov 2011
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Microsoft issues four fixes for Windows and Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft took it easy on Windows Server admins this month releasing only four fixes for the two platforms, but it only issued a workaround for the Duqu vulnerability. News | 08 Nov 2011
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News Roundup: SQL Server 2012, Server 8 storage and Patch Tuesday
Get the latest on SQL Server SKUs, learn how the Server 8 team prioritized storage, and get a preview of Patch Tuesday in this week's news summary. News | 04 Nov 2011
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SMB 2.2 in Windows Server 8 could help Microsoft’s cloud fortunes
Corporate and third-party developers believe Microsoft’s support of the SMB 2.2 protocol could bolster its competitive chances in the cloud and virtualization markets. News | 04 Nov 2011
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How P2V tools can help you choose between Hyper-V and VMware
Hyper-V or VMware? The question's not going away, but migration planning products can help you give a more informed answer. Tip
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Why Workflow may be PowerShell v3's most important feature
Your task list is about to be reborn. Our expert explains how Workflow will help you now -- and how it will help guide Microsoft in the future. Tip
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How to create custom driver databases with Windows Deployment Services
Plug and Play isn't just for USB devices. Here's how to put it to work in your installation environment. Tip
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Five ways to advance your Windows career
IT is a competitive industry and you might feel stuck in one position. Find out how goal setting -- and knowledge -- can improve your prospects. Tip
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Step-by-step guide: Remote Desktop Gateway configuration
The Remote Desktop Gateway role service extends the reach of Remote Desktop Services. Here's how to set it up, step by step. Tip
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PowerShell v3 in Hyper-V 3.0: New fun for command-line junkies
Deep in the weeds of the impending Hyper-V 3.0 release is PowerShell v3, which offers new management features for command-line junkies. Tip
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Windows Server 8 data deduplication delivers efficient storage
Thought single-instance storage was as good as it gets? Server 8's native deduplication will increase efficiency, especially for virtual servers. Tip
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Cost considerations: When blade servers meet virtualization
When it comes to cost-effectiveness, do blade servers and virtualization combine to make CFOs happy? Tip
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Rightsizing hardware for Windows Server 2008 R2 editions
What's your hardware blueprint? Executing a good Microsoft Windows Serer 2008 R2 hardware plan can actually save money in the long run. Tip
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Secure Windows Server in the cloud via Active Directory Group Policy
When cloud technology invades, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 admins must ensure their environments remain secure. Group Policy to the rescue? Tip
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How to run WSUS in a Hyper-V virtual machine
What do you need to consider when virtualizing WSUS? Our expert answers some common questions. Answer
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How can I monitor Hyper-V virtual machine traffic?
The more information you want about Hyper-V traffic, the harder it will be to get. Our expert explains why things will get better in Windows Server 8. Answer
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Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2 is a server operating system developed by Microsoft, which builds on the enhancements built into Windows Server 2008. Definition
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Windows Server 8
Windows Server 8 is Microsoft’s next-generation server operating system scheduled for a 2012 release date. Definition
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Resilient File System (ReFS)
ReFS (ResilientFile System) is the file system that next-generation operating systems, such as Windows Server 8, will use for storing and retrieving files on a hard disk. Definition
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Windows 7 speeds up Windows Server 2008 R2 Migrations
Could enthusiasm over Windows 7 speed up Windows Server 2008 R2 deployments? In the latest edition of The Windows Report, Greg Shields tackles that question and talks about some of his favorite new R2 features. Click for full size Video
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The Windows Report -- Will AD have your back in Windows 2008 R2?
In the August edition of The Windows Report, Don Jones discusses what to expect from the new Active Directory Recycle Bin in Windows Server 2008 R2, and Gary Olsen demonstrates how to quickly perform an AD replication health check. Click for full siz... Video
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The Windows Report -- BranchCache for Windows 2008 R2
In the July edition of The Windows Report, Microsoft MVP Gary Olsen offers his thoughts on Windows Server 2008 R2's BranchCache feature, followed by a new tip for cleaning up your server from Windows expert Brien Posey. Video
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What to expect from Windows Server 2008 R2
In this podcast, learn what's changing in the areas of Active Directory, failover clustering and more for Windows Server 2008 R2, as well as how user feedback has affected some of the other improvements made to the upcoming release. Podcast
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How P2V tools can help you choose between Hyper-V and VMware
Hyper-V or VMware? The question's not going away, but migration planning products can help you give a more informed answer. Tip
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Why Workflow may be PowerShell v3's most important feature
Your task list is about to be reborn. Our expert explains how Workflow will help you now -- and how it will help guide Microsoft in the future. Tip
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Microsoft patches 23 security vulnerabilities, three critical bulletins
Microsoft addressed 23 vulnerabilities as part of its May Patch Tuesday update, addressing flaws in Windows and Office. News
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How to create custom driver databases with Windows Deployment Services
Plug and Play isn't just for USB devices. Here's how to put it to work in your installation environment. Tip
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How to run WSUS in a Hyper-V virtual machine
What do you need to consider when virtualizing WSUS? Our expert answers some common questions. Answer
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Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2 is a server operating system developed by Microsoft, which builds on the enhancements built into Windows Server 2008. Definition
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Microsoft issues four critical fixes for April Patch Tuesday
April's Patch Tuesday announcement from Microsoft included four critical bulletins addressing flaws in Windows, Windows Server and Internet Explorer. News
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Five ways to advance your Windows career
IT is a competitive industry and you might feel stuck in one position. Find out how goal setting -- and knowledge -- can improve your prospects. Tip
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How can I monitor Hyper-V virtual machine traffic?
The more information you want about Hyper-V traffic, the harder it will be to get. Our expert explains why things will get better in Windows Server 8. Answer
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Step-by-step guide: Remote Desktop Gateway configuration
The Remote Desktop Gateway role service extends the reach of Remote Desktop Services. Here's how to set it up, step by step. Tip
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About Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Administration
Microsoft's release of Windows Server 2008 R2 represents more than just an update to Windows 2008. In fact, in many ways it's a completely new enterprise operating system loaded with new features and functionality. So what's new in Windows Server 2008 R2? Look no further. This topic page features the latest news and expert reviews covering all the key improvements made to Windows Server 2008 R2, with details on Active Directory, Terminal Services or RDS, Internet Information Services (IIS), DirectAccess and more. You'll also find details on upgrade requirements and Windows 7 integration, with tips on installing and deploying Windows Server 2008 R2 in your environment.
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