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• The information security basics your organization should already know

  You can't assume your colleagues know the basics of information security, but there are simple ways to make security and your job easier.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft Second Shot gives IT pros free retake of certification exams

  The latest Second Shot promotion lets admins retake certain certification exams for free. But the offer only lasts until May 2014.  Continue Reading

• How to successfully install Node.js applications on IIS

  Microsoft's support for JavaScript engine Node.js applications on Windows Azure has brought the functionality to IIS. Here's how to set it up.  Continue Reading

• Be aware of essential Windows Server 2012 R2 hardware requirements

  Before upgrading to Windows Server 2012 R2, read up on hardware requirements to ensure there are enough resources to preserve performance.  Continue Reading

• Windows Server 2012 R2 Hyper-V gives Linux VMs a boost

  Microsoft wants Windows Server 2012 R2 Hyper-V to be the best platform to run Linux in the cloud, so it has added more support for Linux VMs.  Continue Reading

• Active Directory Federation Services' new features are cloud-ready

  Active Directory Federation Services was updated in Windows Server 2012 R2 with Workplace Join and improved single sign-on features.  Continue Reading

• Better communication skills can make or break your IT career success

  IT pros know the technical aspects of their jobs, but what about the most important facet: people? Here's why better communication skills are a must.  Continue Reading

• Running AWS for Windows Server offers efficiency and cost savings

  Running AWS for Windows Server can be a more cost-effective and efficient option for your organization than provisioning physical servers.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft licensing model changes with Server and Cloud Enrollment

  A new Microsoft licensing model is coming later this year, forcing enterprises to rethink current models and look to more cost-effective strategies.  Continue Reading

• How the Design Manager in SharePoint 2013 modernizes site creation

  With the Design Manager in SharePoint 2013, inflexibility is no longer an issue when creating sites, thanks to its revamped features.  Continue Reading

• Update your Active Directory services to prepare for the cloud

  Even if you don't have a cloud service yet, you should update your Active Directory services to centralize governance and prepare for cloud.  Continue Reading

• Desired State Configuration helps admins avoid configuration drift

  The new feature Desired State Configuration feature in Windows Server 2012 R2 gives admins yet another reason to learn PowerShell.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft certification changes coming with updated software releases

  Here's what you should know about impending Microsoft certification changes after the Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows 8.1 GA date announcement.  Continue Reading

• Windows Server 2012 R2 Work Folders enable BYOD synchronization

  Work Folders, a Windows Server 2012 R2 feature, lets users synchronize data on tablets and laptops so they can work from anywhere.  Continue Reading

• PowerShell 4.0 further facilitates task automation for Windows admins

  Has PowerShell finally grown up? A mature PowerShell 4.0 in Windows Server 2012 R2 brings with it new parameters, simpler implementation and more.  Continue Reading