November 2008

November 25, 2008 25 Nov'08
New tool for managing offline virtual machines

Microsoft Offline Virtual Machine Servicing tool helps IT update untethered virtual machines. Continue Reading
November 24, 2008 24 Nov'08
Overlooked security in Windows Server 2008

In this series, Windows expert Don Jones breaks down some crucial security issues that all administrators should consider before deploying Windows Server 2008, with details on Windows PowerShell, Server Core and Network Access Protection. Continue Reading
November 22, 2008 22 Nov'08
Windows NTFS Tutorial

This short tutorial provides links to resources breaking down how the NTFS file system works, with details on NTFS vs FAT32, recovery techniques and management best practices. Continue Reading

November 21, 2008 21 Nov'08
Can Microsoft Hyper-V meet high availability requirements?

While Hyper-V does not support live migration, admins can rely on Windows Server 2008's internal tools to avoid service interruptions for end users. Continue Reading
November 20, 2008 20 Nov'08
Benefits of backing up Exchange Server with Microsoft's DPM 2007

Exchange Server backup and recovery is critical. Several Exchange backup solutions are available. But because Microsoft's System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 (DPM 2007) performs transaction log synchronization on a consistent basis (every 15 ... Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Deleting and reconnecting Exchange Server 2007 mailboxes

There's a subtle difference between a deleted Exchange Server 2007 mailbox and a disconnected mailbox. Learn how to reconnect a deleted Exchange mailbox. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Setting up Exchange Server 2007 contacts

Find out how to create and configure a new Exchange Server 2007 mail contact via the Exchange Management Console or the Exchange Management Shell. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Novell, Microsoft ready management pack for SUSE Linux

Novell and Microsoft have set a date to deliver software that better integrates SUSE Linux and System Center Operations Manager 2007 R2. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Creating and configuring Exchange Server 2007 mailboxes

Find out how to create and manage the different types of Exchange Server 2007 mailboxes, including user mailboxes and linked mailboxes, from the Exchange Management Console (EMC). This excerpt from 'Microsoft Exchange Server 2007: A Beginner's Guide... Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Creating and managing recipients in Exchange Server 2007

Find out how recipient types have changed in Exchange Server 2007 from previous versions of the messaging platform. In this book excerpt from 'Microsoft Exchange Server 2007: A Beginner's Guide,' author Nick Cavalancia also explains how to create, ... Continue Reading

November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Creating mail users in Exchange Server 2007

What is the difference between an Exchange Server 2007 mail user and a contact? Get the answer and learn how to create a mail user in the Exchange 2007 EMC. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
How to create and configure Exchange Server 2007 distribution groups

Learn how to create Exchange Server 2007 distribution groups and dynamic distribution groups or mail-enable an existing security group in Active Directory. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
How to configure Exchange Server 2007 mailboxes

Now that you can create a new mailbox in Exchange Server 2007 and associate a user with it, learn how to properly configure your Exchange 2007 mailbox. Continue Reading
November 19, 2008 19 Nov'08
Managing Exchange Server 2007 address lists

Learn how to manage Exchange Server 2007 address lists, including offline address lists, and assign permissions to the lists using AD users and groups. Continue Reading
November 18, 2008 18 Nov'08
Is the time right for Microsoft Online Services?

Where others have fallen short, Microsoft hopes to conquer the online services market with its message of savings and flexibility. Continue Reading
November 18, 2008 18 Nov'08
Microsoft aims for unified management console

Microsoft will bring a common look and feel across its System Center management products, and the upcoming Service Manager will help tie it together. Continue Reading
November 13, 2008 13 Nov'08
Troubleshooting Apple iPhone and Exchange Server integration issues

Find out how to configure Exchange ActiveSync to synchronize Apple iPhone and Exchange Server email, calendars and contacts. You'll also get tips and advice on how to avoid common iPhone and Exchange Server setup issues; how to mitigate iPhone ... Continue Reading
November 13, 2008 13 Nov'08
How does Microsoft Hyper-V rate?

While Microsoft Hyper-V is a version 1 product, you might be surprised at how well its virtual machine management tools stack up against VMware's tools. Continue Reading
November 12, 2008 12 Nov'08
How continuous replication works in Exchange Server 2007

Exchange Server 2007 uses two types of continuous replication: local continuous replication (LCR) and cluster continuous replication (CCR). The release of Exchange Server 2007 SP1 introduced a third type known as standby continuous replication (SCR)... Continue Reading
November 12, 2008 12 Nov'08
Keeping the old server name after migrating to Exchange Server 2003

Find out how to keep the same server name on the new hardware after migrating from Exchange 2000 Server to Exchange Server 2003. Continue Reading