Essential Guides
TechTarget editors have curated a collection of “essential” articles on key IT topics. These articles have been packaged into guides which offer our readers comprehensive, problem solving content to help inform and guide their research.
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Microsoft Ignite 2016 conference coverage
Find all the independent reporting and analysis from the Microsoft Ignite conference 2016 in one place. Continue Reading
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Microsoft Ignite 2019 conference coverage
Expect Microsoft to continue its cloud push at its annual conference for IT pros to get more organizations moving to Azure and its Office 365 collaboration platform. Continue Reading
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Stay informed about Microsoft security patches in 2019
Administrators can get up-to-date information about Microsoft security updates and expert advice on patch prioritization to ensure a smooth Patch Tuesday process all year long in this guide. Continue Reading
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Latest Microsoft SDDC updates improve security, performance
Microsoft enhanced Windows Server 2019 software-defined networking and other virtualization facets of its latest server OS to improve security and increase workload performance. Continue Reading
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Microsoft Ignite 2018 conference coverage
Keep up to date on the latest developments from the Microsoft Ignite 2018 conference and get a closer look at the latest software and hardware offerings from the company. Continue Reading
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Plan your Exchange migration to Office 365 with confidence
Make your move to Office 365 with help from our experts who explain how to prepare before the transition and provide checklists to make sure the migration goes as planned. Continue Reading
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Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference coverage
Check all the developments from the Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference in Orlando and track the company's strategic moves in its hardware, software and services businesses. Continue Reading
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Windows Server 2016 release broadens reach across IT spectrum
Microsoft packed Windows Server 2016 with advanced networking, storage and virtualization features to tempt enterprises to lift workloads out of data centers and into the cloud. Continue Reading
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Catch up on the Windows Server patches of 2017
Windows Server patches plug security holes, fix bugs and optimize performance. With a complex technology stack, admins can't always update on Patch Tuesday. Not to worry. Continue Reading
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The essential admin's guide to Office 365 PowerShell
Need to make extensive updates quickly? Admins can rev up their PowerShell skills, bypass the Office 365 management GUI and leave tedious tasks behind with help from this guide. Continue Reading
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The essential guide to Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Windows systems administrators can check out this guide to see what enhancements are coming in Microsoft Windows Server 2016. Continue Reading
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The essential guide to Exchange Server backup and recovery
An Exchange Server backup requires careful planning to protect data. This guide walks admins through the steps and challenges of an Exchange backup and what to know for Office 365. Continue Reading
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Guide to secure better Exchange admin jobs
It's time to look for a new Exchange job. Where should you start? The best way to land an Exchange admin position is to brush up on your skills and review all resources. Continue Reading
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Secure email servers on Exchange, Office 365 or both
Whether you use on-premises Exchange, Office 365 or hybrid Exchange deployments, follow these tips to boost email server security. Continue Reading
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The essential guide to PowerShell in Exchange
PowerShell is the tool of choice for managing Exchange, so the learning should never stop. This guide will help admins get a solid understanding of the language. Continue Reading
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A guide to Windows Server 2003 end of life
This guide will help enterprises start the Windows Server 2003 migration process and decide which upgrade option is right for their organization. Continue Reading
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The essential Office 365 migration guide
Use this migration guide to learn everything your enterprise needs for migrating to Office 365, including research, decisions and management. Continue Reading
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Three essential steps for preparing to migrate to Exchange 2013
We break down the Exchange 2013 migration process into three easy steps to help your enterprise be as prepared as possible. Continue Reading
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The evolution of Microsoft System Center
System Center, Microsoft's systems management suite, has been through many changes over the years to accommodate new software, the cloud and more. Continue Reading
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Should you migrate to Windows Server 2012 R2?
It's time to seriously consider migration plans for Windows Server 2012 R2. Learn best practices, what's new and more. Continue Reading
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Successful career strategies for IT administrators
IT admins can craft a successful career with professional development, crucial certifications and being inspired by innovative CIO strategy. Continue Reading
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Three Microsoft collaboration tools all Exchange admins should know
Take a closer look at SharePoint, Office 365 and Lync as potential tools for collaboration with Exchange in your organization. Continue Reading
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An introduction to SharePoint 2013
This guide covers Exchange 2013 integration, site mailboxes and licensing changes, and will give admins a thorough introduction to SharePoint 2013. Continue Reading