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• Workaround tricks for avoiding the Windows Server 2012 GUI

  There are reasons to keep the Windows Server 2012 GUI, but many admins want a workaround. With a little know-how, you can skip the Modern UI. Continue Reading

• How do I use a PowerShell filter to identify files by date?

  Our expert answers one of the most common questions he hears from admins about using a PowerShell filter to find a file's accurate date. Continue Reading

• Microsoft makes improvements to SharePoint workflows

  The first thing to know about SharePoint workflows is that SharePoint 2013 actually contains two separate workflow platforms. Continue Reading

• Dynamic Quorum gives failover clusters a boost in Windows Server 2012

  The Dynamic Quorum Management option in Windows Server 2012 can make failover clusters more resilient. Here's how it works. Continue Reading

• How can I make and run a PowerShell script prompt for input?

  When it comes to running a PowerShell script prompt for input, admins can get the best results by letting PowerShell do most of the work. Here's how. Continue Reading

• IT career paths: Working for yourself is an attainable dream

  Working for yourself can have tremendous payoffs. But what does it take to go out on your own -- and make it stick?Continue Reading

• How can I use Powershell remoting to pass info to remote computers?

  When you have to locally execute something and share it with one or more remote machines, PowerShell remoting has a specific way to do it. Here's how.Continue Reading

• SharePoint licensing is becoming simpler -- and cheaper

  Microsoft has made some changes to its SharePoint licensing requirements, potentially saving customers a lot of money.Continue Reading

• Microsoft certification path takes another turn

  It's a good move to reinvent and reinvigorate the most important lower and mid-tier credentials on the Microsoft certification path.Continue Reading

• FAQ: Three questions on Hyper-V 3.0 features in Windows Server 2012

  Administrators can improve VM automation, storage performance and data protection by using the new Hyper-V 3.0 features in Windows Server 2012.Continue Reading

• Be smart about SSD maintenance

  Here are the most crucial and useful SSD maintenance tips to bear in mind.Continue Reading

• Finding virtualization cost savings with Hyper-V 3.0

  With increasing dependence on high-performing hardware, it might be tough to find cost savings. Hyper-V and virtualization may be the answer.Continue Reading

• Deciding whether to run Server Core in Windows Server 2012

  Our expert breaks down the advantages and disadvantages of deploying Server Core in Windows Server 2012.Continue Reading

• Configuring iSCSI Targets on Windows Server 2012 Failover Clusters

  In Windows Server 2012, admins can configure iSCSI Targets using the Server and Failover Cluster Managers and PowerShell cmdlets. Here's how.Continue Reading

• The year's top SharePoint administration tips

  The end of the year gives us a chance to review and compile the best SharePoint administration advice.Continue Reading