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Evaluate

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• How do you use SCCM 2012 to see Linux systems?

  System Center Configuration manager can monitor and manage systems. Learn which Linux distros it supports. Continue Reading

• Sorting out data deduplication in Windows Server 2012 R2

  Learn more about data deduplication, which cleans up repeated content, freeing up valuable storage space. Continue Reading

• Windows Server 2016 preview 2 hits without containers

  Microsoft has re-factored Windows Server around containers, but IT pros must wait a little longer before they can actually test them out. Continue Reading

• What are SR-IOV pros and cons with Hyper-V?

  SR-IOV in Windows Server 2012 R2 supports Hyper-V Live Migration, but system requirements hampered adoption for some cases. Should everyone put PCIe SR-IOV to use? Continue Reading

• How single-root I/O virtualization changes Windows Server performance

  Single root I/O virtualization is designed to improve computing efficiency by lessening the hypervisors overhead. Continue Reading

• What are the limitations and drawbacks of an IPAM server?

  Windows Server IPAM can only handle one Active Directory forest. Learn about other limitations.Continue Reading

• Set up storage tiering in just 10 steps

  Windows Server 2012 R2 has a storage tiering feature in conjunction with Storage Spaces. Here's how to get started.Continue Reading

• An overview of NirLauncher's system monitoring capabilities

  There are a bevy of diagnostic utilities out there, and NirLauncher's 100-plus tools are a worthy addition to an admin's tool belt.Continue Reading

• Addressing SSL/TLS flaws on Windows Server

  If you're running a known vulnerable version of SSL or TLS, you may be at risk for attacks. These factors will help you determine the threat level to your servers.Continue Reading

• What's new for Windows Server IPAM?

  The next version of Windows Server comes with three important improvements and enhancements to IP address management.Continue Reading

• Learn these Windows Server 2012 Essentials system health tips

  Administrators using the Windows Server Essentials role can set up monitoring alerts for system health, which gives info on incomplete backups and much more.Continue Reading

• Evaluate Windows Server Technical Preview with Boot to VHD

  The forthcoming version of Windows Server can be evaluated using the Boot to VHD, here's how it's set up.Continue Reading

• What are some free or cheap Windows resources for server admins?

  You don't have to break the bank when it comes to finding resources for managing Windows Server.Continue Reading

• Windows Server networking improvements and changes

  The next version of Windows Server will see the end of network access protection, but more networking enhancements can be found within.Continue Reading

• Three Windows Server SSL/TLS security flaws and how to fix them

  Recent vulnerabilities in SSL and TLS, like Heartbleed and FREAK, have exposed flaws in Windows Server. Even patching may not be enough.Continue Reading