May 2009

May 30, 2009 30 May'09
Email archiving: Planning, policies and product selection

Learn the essentials of email archiving from the perspective of an IT manager in the ebook -- Email archiving: Planning, policies and product selection. Continue Reading
May 29, 2009 29 May'09
Performing advanced search queries in Microsoft Outlook 2007

Trying to locate an email in Microsoft Outlook 2007 can be an arduous process, but some commands let you narrow down search results. In this tip, Microsoft Exchange expert Brien Posey explains a few Microsoft Outlook 2007 commands to help you ... Continue Reading
May 28, 2009 28 May'09
Understanding Exchange Server 2007 SP1 mobile security settings

Mobile devices used in the enterprise require stricter security settings than ever before. Exchange Server 2007 SP1 features some built-in security settings that can help administrators define policies for ActiveSync mobile devices and their users. ... Continue Reading

May 27, 2009 27 May'09
Problems with email spoofing on SBS 2003

See the suggestions made to a member who is using Small Business Server 2003 and an Open Relay Filter with issues regarding email spoofing. Continue Reading
May 27, 2009 27 May'09
Evolution of change management process: From monkey to man

Is your change management process highly developed? Learn about the stages in change management's evolution and how each stage teaches successful practices. Continue Reading
May 26, 2009 26 May'09
Troubleshooting Windows print spooler crashes

Wondering why your print spooler keeps crashing? This tip teaches you to troubleshoot and repair print spooler problems and issues for Windows networks. Continue Reading
May 21, 2009 21 May'09
Exchange Server 2010 public beta rolls out new features

With the Exchange Server 2010 public beta available, the public now has a chance to play around with its new features. In this tip from Microsoft Exchange Server expert Brien Posey, he explains a few new features available in Exchange 2010, ... Continue Reading
May 20, 2009 20 May'09
Five truths you must know about SharePoint and Exchange

Dispelling the myths about Exchange email-archiving with SharePoint will improve content and document management efficiency. Continue Reading
May 20, 2009 20 May'09
Getting started with Windows PowerShell and Microsoft Hyper-V

Managing virtual machines on your Hyper-V server can be a lot easier if you're armed with the right scripts. Check out these tips for using PowerShell to create a VM when running Hyper-V Continue Reading
May 20, 2009 20 May'09
Scheduling multiple Performance Monitor alerts in Exchange Server 2007

If you've configured a Performance Monitor alert for your Exchange server, the next step is to set up the appropriate counters. This tip introduces administrators to Performance Monitor counters, how to set counter threshold values how to keep ... Continue Reading

May 20, 2009 20 May'09
Microsoft updates Exchange Server 2007 SP1

IT managers this week can download a rollup released for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 1. Continue Reading
May 19, 2009 19 May'09
Group policy settings for Outlook 2007 in cached mode

Using Outlook 2007 in cached mode allows mobile users to access mailboxes while not connected to Exchange Server. This tip explains some different .OST file group policy settings you can use to control how Outlook 2007 operates in cached mode. Continue Reading
May 19, 2009 19 May'09
Problems creating Microsoft Outlook profile in Windows Vista

Get some advice on what to do if encountering issues when setting up a Microsoft Outlook 2007 profile in Windows Vista. Continue Reading
May 18, 2009 18 May'09
Hyper-V workarounds: How to ensure high availability

In this videocast, Nelson Ruest provides tips and workarounds for achieving the same level of high availability with Hyper-V as you would with VMware's hypervisor technology. Continue Reading
May 14, 2009 14 May'09
Which ActiveSync authentication method is best for your mobile device?

When securing ActiveSync mobile devices in Exchange 2007, there are several authentication methods, including basic authentication, certificate-based authentication and token-based authentication. Read about the differences of each ActiveSync ... Continue Reading
May 13, 2009 13 May'09
Windows 7 and R2 make headlines at TechEd 2009

This is the first time in three years that I didn’t attend TechEd (though apparently I’m not alone in that regard). Some of my colleagues, however, are still out in L.A. this week pounding the ... Continue Reading
May 13, 2009 13 May'09
IT pros push back on Microsoft volume license deals

IT pros at TechEd 2009 question the value of multi-year Enterprise Agreements. Continue Reading
May 13, 2009 13 May'09
Windows server hardening: How much is enough?

There are a lot of different definitions for server hardening out there – none of which are technically right or wrong. It all comes down to doing what's best for your business without going overboard. Here you'll find some basic best ... Continue Reading
May 13, 2009 13 May'09
Configure Performance Monitor alerts for Exchange Server 2007

Using System Center Operations Manager to monitor your Exchange Server 2007 performance can be pricey. Learn how to generate alerts from Performance Monitor when counter threshold values have been exceeded in an Exchange 2007 environment. Continue Reading
May 11, 2009 11 May'09
What’s new with Active Directory for Windows Server 2008 R2?

As with every major OS release from Microsoft, there’s a lot of interest right now in Windows 2008 R2. I recently spoke with Justin Graham, senior product manager for Microsoft’s Windows Server ... Continue Reading