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Bringing Windows RDS to the web: Designing the DMZ
Remote Desktop Gateway secures Internet access for Remote Desktop Services applications – if you set it up properly. Tip
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Remote Management in Windows Server 8
Windows Server 8 is set to improve on a solid remote management foundation, but there are changes, like the move to GUI-less deployments, to consider. Tip
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Using the Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit
The Windows Application Compatibility Toolkit can help make Windows Server upgrades easier. Tip
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Using Xperf stack walking to pinpoint kernel performance issues
The Xperf tool helps admins diagnose performance issues, but how do you granularly determine what function calls are eating up precious resources? Tip
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Understanding the Windows Server 8 Cluster Aware Update Wizard
Cluster-Aware Updating won't end Patch Tuesday – but it will make administration of server clusters much easier. Tip
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Hidden gems in Windows Server 2008 R2's Resource Monitor tool
You don't have to download a freeware tool to adequately monitor your system performance. Here's how to leverage the new features available to Windows Server admins. Tip
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How DirectAccess can improve your organization’s security
There's more to this VPN alternative than meets the eye; deploying DirectAccess can be a positive step for any business with remote workers. Tip
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Troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 R2 with MSinfo32
With the ability to gather important configuration data, the MSinfo32 System Information Tool can help pinpoint potential Windows Server 2008 R2 problems. Tip
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How to make Windows Server 2008 -- and your IT budget -- last longer
During tough economic times, IT shops are still under the gun to make Windows Server last. Here are a few tips for keeping a system among the living. Tip
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Server security auditing: knowledge vs. performance
Security auditing can cause a real server performance hit, especially using Windows' native feature. Learn here how you can ease the pain. Tip