Tips

Tips

• Testing Windows Server resiliency before attackers strike

  Security remains a process, not check box on an operating system. Testing Windows Server resiliency is one crucial step in that process.  Continue Reading

• Looking ahead to Windows 10 certifications

  With Windows 10 and the next version of Windows Server expected to launch in 2015, it's time to get ready for new certifications.  Continue Reading

• The pros of finding the right antispam tool and archiving tool

  No single product has every feature a company needs. Third-party spam and archiving tools can fill the gaps in Exchange Online and Office 365 features.  Continue Reading

• Avoid Windows Server 2003 upgrade gaffes

  When it comes to a move off of Windows Server 2003, know your migration risks with proper research, planning and management.  Continue Reading

• The top five Office 365 features

  From beefing up login security to restoring signature management capabilities, here's a look at five notable Office 365 features.  Continue Reading

• Three questions to ask before a Windows Server 2003 migration

  With less than eight months to go before Windows Server 2003 end of life, IT needs to prepare and answer these essential questions.  Continue Reading

• Be the master of your messaging environment security

  Whether you're a new Exchange admin or a seasoned pro, these four steps will help develop your Exchange security skills.  Continue Reading

• How Office 365 Groups will socialize the enterprise

  Office 365 Groups came out of Microsoft's Enterprise Social strategy and the company's attempts to integrate a number of features across platforms.  Continue Reading

• As Windows Server 2003 era ends, weighing public cloud migration

  After taking cost and hardware considerations for Windows Server 2003 workloads, one option to consider is a public cloud migration.  Continue Reading

• Preparing for an upgrade to Windows Server 2012 R2

  Making the necessary preparations before beginning an upgrade can help avoid problems during the process. Here's what to do before moving to Windows Server 2012 R2.  Continue Reading

• Choosing the right number of Windows Server licenses

  When choosing the number of licenses needed for an upgrade to Windows Server, consider which edition best fits your enterprise's infrastructure and budget.  Continue Reading

• Understanding Windows Server 2012 R2 upgrade limitations

  Windows Server 2012 R2 has a few hardware and software limitations, including issues with 4K native drives and the inability to upgrade from one language to another.  Continue Reading

• Understanding Windows Server 2012 R2 installation requirements

  Windows Server 2012 R2 has minimal installation requirements, but "resource creep" can leave fewer resources for workloads on virtualized servers.  Continue Reading

• Hidden costs of migrating from Windows Server 2003

  When Windows Server 2003 hits end of life, it could mean new expenses in the form of new servers. Here's how to prepare.  Continue Reading

• Getting started with the SharePoint Online Management Shell

  The SharePoint Online Management Shell offers a new cmdlet set that runs in PowerShell to manage users, organizations and site collections.  Continue Reading