Windows Server storage management

Enterprise IT administrators must stay current with Windows Server storage management practices to maintain high availability and eliminate performance bottlenecks. This section also explores storage monitoring tools that alert IT when a problem flares up.

August 11, 2015 11 Aug'15
Windows 10 gets its first Patch Tuesday updates

Microsoft wastes no time delivering its first critical Windows 10 Patch Tuesday fixes, along with critical updates for its Edge and IE browsers.
May 10, 2010 10 May'10
Best practices for SAN configuration and administration

Storage headaches tend to get worse over time, but following the proper configuration and management steps can be the perfect remedy for your SAN-related woes.
October 08, 2009 08 Oct'09
Active Directory tops the list of hot Windows Server 2008 R2 features

IT pros are more excited about the new Active Directory features in Windows Server 2008 R2 than anything else, including Hyper-V with live migration
December 11, 2006 11 Dec'06
Scripting School: Managing Group Policy with VBScript

You can use scripting to manage Group Policy itself. You can't use scripts to create or assign policies, but you can copy, back up and restore, import, and do Resultant Set of Policy reporting on policies using VBScript.

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NTFS (NT File System)

NTFS, which stands for 'NT file system' and the 'New Technology File System,' is the file system that the Windows NT operating system (OS) uses for storing and retrieving files on hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs). Continue Reading
Generate a Windows file server audit via PowerShell

Learn how to generate a detailed report that uncovers unusual activity by users on a Windows file share without having to manually investigate every file and folder. Continue Reading
Azure File Sync service puts pep in hybrid storage setups

Microsoft's Azure Files offering alleviates traditional support efforts and hardware costs. Using this additional service can improve performance and keep end users happy. Continue Reading

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How to choose between Azure Files vs. an on-prem file server

Many organizations still need a file server, but some of the advantages of Microsoft's cloud storage option might persuade companies to make the switch. Continue Reading
Essential components and tools of server monitoring

Server capacity management requires a list of infrastructure components to watch and the right tools. A workflow with these concepts ensures uptime and helps usage predictions. Continue Reading
Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct simplifies converged, HCI storage

Storage Spaces Direct in Windows Server packages several different Microsoft technologies to lower TCO and simplify storage in converged and hyper-converged deployments. Continue Reading

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Find and lock down lax Windows share permissions

With help from PowerShell, you can identify the shares that need adjustments across your infrastructure then use a script to fix them to protect sensitive data. Continue Reading
4 Windows Server 2019 storage features to ease management

Microsoft includes storage features in Windows Server 2019 to ease migration and create highly available and scalable software-defined storage in data centers. Continue Reading
Windows file server migration tool eases data transfer dread

For a seemingly simple process, Windows file server migrations instill a lot of apprehension in IT admins. Next time, go into the fight with a free tool to manage the process. Continue Reading

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Optimize Windows Server 2019 with file server best practices

A file server deployment must satisfy the needs of both the end user and the IT staff. Tune up Windows Server for a secure and performant repository for your critical data. Continue Reading
How to upload and download files with PowerShell FTP script

By using the .NET WebClient class and PowerShell, Windows admins can upload and download files to FTP. Continue Reading
How does Microsoft BitLocker secure local, cloud resources?

The BitLocker encryption technology continues to evolve from its roots as a Windows Vista feature to protect resources both in the local data center and in the Azure cloud platform. Continue Reading