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command line interface (CLI)
A command line interface (CLI) is a text-based user interface (UI) used to view and manage computer files. Continue Reading
Microsoft Windows Insider Program for Business
Microsoft Windows Insider Program for Business is a service for IT professionals who want to test preview builds of Windows 10 and Windows Server in the enterprise before general availability. Continue Reading
Microsoft Windows Server LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel)
Microsoft Windows Server LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) is a servicing option for Microsoft's server operating system that follows the familiar track of two to three years between feature updates. Continue Reading
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Microsoft Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel (SAC)
Microsoft Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel (SAC) is a servicing option that delivers a feature update twice a year for organizations that want the latest Windows Server functionality. Continue Reading
GDPR requirements loom for Windows Server admins
The upcoming General Data Protection Regulation will force many companies to re-examine how they store and process personal data. Here's how admins can ready their business. Continue Reading
Revved-up Windows Server release cadence now serves DevOps
Microsoft will release a developer-focused Windows Server version twice a year. Businesses can choose between a traditional release cycle or one that suits continuous deployment.Continue Reading
Microsoft Nano Server
Microsoft Nano Server is a lightweight operating system based on Microsoft Windows Server 2016 that is tailored for use as an OS layer for virtualized container instances.Continue Reading
Microsoft Nano Server overhaul a disappointment to some
Microsoft's course reversal on Nano Server in Windows Server 2016 will make some Windows administrators hesitant to come along for the ride in the next server-related innovation.Continue Reading
Lack of agility with Windows Server licenses hamstrings cloud hopes
The sales pitch from public cloud providers is strong, but challenges with Windows Server licensing and other hang-ups have dulled enthusiasm for hybrid cloud deployments.Continue Reading
Microsoft
Microsoft is a leading global vendor of computer software; hardware for computer, mobile and gaming systems; and cloud services.Continue Reading
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These Windows configuration management tools can prevent mishaps
It's a challenge to limit downtime and speed up deployments in the data center. Configuration management tools can help IT maintain control.Continue Reading
What is the easiest way to bring Microsoft OMS into my organization?
My organization wants to use Microsoft Operations Management Suite. What's the best way to establish a connection to our existing environment?Continue Reading
Microsoft Windows Subsystem for Linux
Microsoft Windows Subsystem for Linux is a series of Microsoft components that allow native Linux 64-bit Executable and Linkable Format (ELF64) binaries to run on the Windows kernel in the Windows 10 operating system.Continue Reading
How does Microsoft OMS affect IT management?
Our organization uses System Center and its components for management, but we want to reduce the number of tools we use. Can Microsoft Operations Management Suite help us?Continue Reading
Microsoft announces Windows Server 2016 will launch at Ignite conference
All the prognostication about when Windows Server 2016 will be available was laid to rest in multiple blogs from Microsoft today when the company announced the next version of the server operating ...Continue Reading