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What methods should I use to prepare for MCSE certification?

MCSE preparation can include a few methods, such as practice exams or study guides, but administrators should be prepared to demonstrate their technical expertise. Continue Reading
What do I need to know about the MCSE certification exams?

The server infrastructure MCSE certification tests an IT pro's expertise in storage, networking and other key areas. Continue Reading
What Microsoft professional certifications are available?

Microsoft offers a bevy of certifications that can help a Windows Server admin demonstrate expertise in technical areas such as desktop administration Continue Reading
Should in-house staff or consultants handle Windows Server 2016 upgrades?

Is it better to approach a potential Windows Server 2016 upgrade using in-house staff, or should we seek the help of consultants? Continue Reading
How can we make a Windows Server 2016 upgrade painless?

Companies exploring Windows Server 2016 wonder how disruptive upgrading will be. The first step to a pain-free move is to get IT teams up to speed. Continue Reading

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Admins are using paravirtualization because of its ability to improve system performance and reduce virtualization overhead, but ...

Though Nutanix AHV and VMware ESXi offer similar feature sets, admins' decisions will depend on several factors, such as ...

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Enterprises are using multiple clouds, but not because they're afraid of lock-in. See why they're being smarter about cloud ...

Good database design is a must to meet processing needs in SQL Server systems. In a webinar, consultant Koen Verbeeck offered ...

SQL Server databases can be moved to the Azure cloud in several different ways. Here's what you'll get from each of the options ...

In this book excerpt, you'll learn LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN techniques and find various examples for creating SQL ...

With new Workspace microapps, Citrix is looking to make it easier for offices to reopen. Company representatives said the tools ...

As companies struggle to rebalance their on-site and remote digital workforces in the wake of COVID-19, Workspace One helps ...

Future Macs will not run on Intel processors but on Apple silicon chips. The change could present compatibility issues, although ...

You have a big decision to make when you deploy virtual desktops: Do you go with persistent or nonpersistent VDI? The choice ...

According to a survey conducted by Enterprise Strategy Group, IT pros pointed to security, productivity and IT efficiency as the ...

The pandemic forced many organizations to quickly transition to remote work, and DaaS subscribers such as Johnson Investment ...