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• Problems to prep for when running Linux VMs in Hyper-V

  Learn how to prepare for some of the problems you may have to work around if you run dynamic memory in a Red Hat Linux VM under Hyper-V. Continue Reading

• Harness the power of Microsoft Azure's PowerShell cmdlets

  PowerShell isn't just for Windows Server anymore. Get the basics on PowerShell with Azure and learn some Azure-specific cmdlets. Continue Reading

• Choose the best way to include signatures in Office 365

  When you move to Office 365, you lose some of the signature management capabilities you've become accustomed to with on-premises Exchange Server. Here are two options for getting signatures back. Continue Reading

• Using Windows Server 2012 R2 disk optimization

  When it comes to the vital task of disk optimization, proper use of RAID and awareness of workloads can make the difference. Continue Reading

• The best way to configure Alternate Login ID

  Learn the prerequisites and general configuration steps before using Alternate Login ID to speed up an Office 365 install. Continue Reading

• Look for these security flaws in your messaging environment

  The latest Verizon Data Breach Investigation Reports can give you some insight into areas of improvement for your Exchange setup.Continue Reading

• Support Exchange 2013 DLP policies with transport rules

  Transport rules can help organizations spot and prevent violations, but testing the rules is a crucial part of the setup process.Continue Reading

• 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

• How can Azure VMs help with hybrid Exchange?

  Azure virtual machines can't host Exchange servers, but there are a few ways you can use them to extend and improve a hybrid Exchange setup.Continue Reading

• Configure Office 365 authentication with PowerShell

  Admins can use this step-by-step process to configure MFA with Azure Active Directory Module for Windows PowerShell.Continue Reading

• Ten things to know before you migrate to Exchange 2013

  An upgrade to Exchange 2013 involves more work if you're on Exchange 2003, but if it includes the features and capabilities your organization needs, the extra effort could be worth it.Continue Reading

• Two new SCCM add-ons for advanced IT management

  Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager tools fit the bill for small shops, but enterprises may have to spring for third-party SCCM add-ons.Continue Reading

• Who, what, where? How the cloud complicates identity management

  IT security and regulatory compliance require identity and access management. However, the move to the cloud and the spread of mobile devices has added complexity. This handbook looks at tools and best practices for managing authentication, working ...Continue Reading

• Send an Exchange NDR report to a postmaster mailbox

  There isn't an option in Exchange to send non-delivery reports to intended recipients, but you can send copies to a postmaster mailbox. Here's how.Continue Reading

• Install security updates and protect Exchange 2013

  It seems like an obvious step, but one missed security update, patch or hot fix could spell disaster for Exchange.Continue Reading