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Top ten free Windows tools admins have never heard of
These Windows tools may fly under the IT radar, but they might provide the answers many admins are looking for. Feature
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The Windows Server toolbox: A utility guide for admins
Glimpse inside the Windows Server toolbox and find the best server utilities for everything from performance and monitoring to security and troubleshooting. Toolbox
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Mobile device management spotlight
Users are adopting smartphones and tablets at a rapid pace, leaving IT shops no choice but to put the management of those devices at the top of their 2011 to-do lists. IT Spotlight
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Ten cool iPhone apps for Windows admins
Are you an admin on the go? Check out some of the best iPhone apps available for Windows server and network management. Slideshow
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Top iPhone apps for Windows admins: Wyse PocketCloud
The Wyse PocketCloud app brings systems management to the iPhone with remote desktop control for on-the-go Windows admins -- but what makes it stand out from the rest? Slideshow
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Top iPhone apps for Windows admins: My Network Ports On-the-go
My Network Ports On-the-go is a mini reference designed to give Windows admins quick access to TCP/UDP ports at their fingertips. Slideshow
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What is infrastructure in a box?
Take this infrastructure in a box quiz to test your knowledge of the central concepts, such as systems management, change management, configuration management, UTM, LOM, EAI and more. Quiz
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Specops Inventory
Specops Inventory from Special Operations Software USA Inc. is a Group Policy-based inventory solution that reports all information from Active Directory and user infrastructure and provides data for virtually all Windows-based IT asset tracking. New Product Showcase
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SysTrack
SysTrack from Lakeside Software Inc. simplifies workstation and server management chores by collecting and calculating statistics on system, application and user activity. New Product Showcase
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PerfectDisk 2008 Server
PerfectDisk 2008 from Raxco Software Inc. is a comprehensive solution for fast and thorough business-wide disk defragmentation. New Product Showcase
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Windows systems administrators eye cheaper system management tools
A new, lower-cost alternative to Microsoft systems management tools from SolarWinds offers patch management and remote management. News | 01 Feb 2012
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Can SCUPdates survive VMware's Shavlik buy?
Though many IT shops use products from both VMware and Shavlik Technologies, some worry that VMware may not care to keep SCUPdates, a third-party patch tool that extends SCCM. News | 17 May 2011
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Virtualization drives systems management trends
Survey results reflect that increased server virtualization deployments and improved automation capabilities have contributed to the growing demand in systems management tools. Column | 02 Aug 2010
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Free Windows performance monitoring tools not to be missed
Unbeknownst to some admins, the latest versions of Windows Server include new or updated tools that can minimize the need for third-party options. Article | 22 Jun 2010
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Microsoft shows maturing IT management vision
Microsoft fleshed out its Systems Center roadmap and released some new tools this week, including the long awaited Service Manager. Article | 22 Apr 2010
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Microsoft ends mainstream support for SMS 2003
System Management Server 2003, arguably Microsoft's most popular systems management software, is moving toward the end of its support lifecycle. Article | 21 Jan 2010
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Top free tools for Windows server administration
They say the best things in life are free, and that's definitely true for Windows tools. Our experts pick some of their favorite freeware and open source utilities for server admins. Article | 06 Apr 2009
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Top five free Windows server management tools
Check out the most popular free server management tools Windows shops are downloading from Microsoft. Article | 14 Oct 2008
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Free Windows Installer repackaging tool available
Community group AppDeploy has a free repackaging tool for Microsoft Windows Installer that lets admins share installation tips and tricks. Article | 08 Oct 2008
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Microsoft releases Process Monitor 2.0
The popular utility adds a handful of features including the addition of real-time TCP and UDP monitoring. Article | 01 Oct 2008
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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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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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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 MAP Toolkit 6.5 can put you on the right migration path
The latest edition of the Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit offers expanded features to ease local and cloud-based migrations. Tip
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Using Microsoft PerfView to profile process performance data
Microsoft made its internal performance monitoring tool available to the public. Here's how it offers an advanced peek at application processes. Tip
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Kerberos platform interoperability connects Windows to the rest of the world
The Kerberos authentication protocol ensures safe connections between multiple platforms. Find out just how it creates secure connections in this overview. 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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Optimizing application compatibility for Windows Server 8
With Windows Server 8 comes a whole host of new app compatibility considerations. Here's how to be prepared for when the server OS ships. 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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Can native OS tools enable file-access auditing?
Our systems management expert explains how to set up file-access auditing using native tools in Windows and where third-party tools fit into the file-access auditing process. Ask the Expert
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How to define a batch script that saves working documents into dated folders
Our systems management expert explains where to find tutorials on writing batch scripts to create date-based folders. Ask the Expert
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How to reset a BIOS password
Our systems management expert explains how to reset a BIOS password. Ask the Expert
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How can I boot to a floppy and receive a command prompt without being directed to the system drive?
Our systems management expert suggests tools and tactics administrators can use to boot into a command prompt without being directed to the system drive. Ask the Expert
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Can I change network settings on the fly?
An admin works in two different offices in the same company. Each office has its own domain. He wants to know if there's an easier way than changing network IDs at each office. Ask the Expert
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Tracking users' Web site visits
An admin reports that his company's Internet connection slows down considerably at times. He wants to know how to monitor which Web sites his users are going to and when. Ask the Expert
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Can a PC be set up to erase non-administrator profiles?
An administrator wants to know how to configure a PC used as a scanner so that it erases non-administrator profiles during the logoff process. Ask the Expert
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Troubleshooting VPN over ADSL
I am having issues with VPN over ADSL. I have four offices -- three offices connect to the fourth. There are times when some users are connected and others are not. Can you help? Ask the Expert
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Troubleshooting a corrupt COM+ catalog
I am attempting to add a pre-registered COM component to a blank COM+ application. Each time I click on "import registered components..." the building of the list of pre-registered COM objects crashes. Do I have a corrupted list (catalog). How do I r... Ask the Expert
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WinDirStat (Windows Directory Statistics)
WinDirStat (Windows Directory Statistics) is a free, open-source disk usage analyzer and cleanup tool for Microsoft Windows. Definition
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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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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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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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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 MAP Toolkit 6.5 can put you on the right migration path
The latest edition of the Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit offers expanded features to ease local and cloud-based migrations. Tip
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WinDirStat (Windows Directory Statistics)
WinDirStat (Windows Directory Statistics) is a free, open-source disk usage analyzer and cleanup tool for Microsoft Windows. Definition
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Using Microsoft PerfView to profile process performance data
Microsoft made its internal performance monitoring tool available to the public. Here's how it offers an advanced peek at application processes. Tip
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Windows systems administrators eye cheaper system management tools
A new, lower-cost alternative to Microsoft systems management tools from SolarWinds offers patch management and remote management. News
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About Windows Systems and Network Management Tools and Techniques
Every network and systems administrator will tell you that the key to enterprise performance is having the right tools. These pages provide advice on the best Microsoft and free third-party tools and software designed for the Windows platform that every systems administrator should know about. These tools and utilities are the key to effective network management and performing important systems administrative tasks, include network monitoring, Windows system troubleshooting and file system reporting. Whether you are an administrator looking to improve Windows operating system performance or network maintenance, these pages have all the best tools and utilities you need.