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• Troubleshoot Windows Server file copy errors

  Copying large files to a Windows Server file share can sometimes fail. Performance Monitor or PowerShell commands can help find and fix file copy errors.  Continue Reading

• Active Directory management tool clears the clutter

  ADSI Edit is a free tool that can repair Active Directory corruption or remove unwanted clutter. But use it incorrectly and it can spell disaster.  Continue Reading

• Exchange email security best practices sanction self-assessments

  Do you have the guts and technology know-how to undertake a self-assessment of your organization's Exchange-related risks? If so, start here.  Continue Reading

• Six must-read Windows security resources for admins

  Need to brush up on your Windows security skills, but don't have time to sort through the noise? Consider these six resources as required reading for admins.  Continue Reading

• Manage user identity with Windows Azure Active Directory

  Azure Active Directory allows admins to manage end-user identities and comes in three versions. Which one depends on your enterprise's size and budget.  Continue Reading

• Outlook on the Web rebranded: new tools organize email

  Additions to the Web version of Outlook make it easier for end users to organize their inboxes. Archive, pin and set reminders to email messages in Outlook.  Continue Reading

• Use a PowerShell script to force logoff an RDP session

  When end users remain logged in to an RDP session, it consumes valuable resources. Use this PowerShell script to force users to log off.  Continue Reading

• Conditions, constraints for building Exchange in Azure

  Running Exchange in Azure doesn't compare favorably to Office 365, but it has valid instances where it might be useful. Consider costs and competitors first.  Continue Reading

• With Azure Key Vault, cloud security no longer up in air

  Admins with an Azure subscription can use Azure Key Vault to protect and encrypt keys and data. Here's how to set it up with PowerShell.  Continue Reading

• Third-party security monitoring tools abet Exchange flaws

  Don't let the deficiencies from applying and managing Exchange threaten your network. Implement third-party security tools to thwart breaches.  Continue Reading

• Control IT access with Windows JEA PowerShell toolkit

  Just Enough Administration restricts administrative access to the bare necessities for user tasks, giving organizations more control over security.  Continue Reading

• Availability requires monitoring mailboxes in Exchange 2013

  For a better understanding of Exchange Managed Availability, learn how to create and manage monitoring mailboxes, and how to fix a corrupted mailbox.  Continue Reading

• Features and benefits of Microsoft Identity Manager 2016

  Microsoft Identity Manager 2016 eases synchronization between identities on-premises and in the cloud while allowing admins to monitor user behavior.  Continue Reading

• How to install and configure SCOM for Azure monitoring

  Setting up SCOM 2012 for Azure monitoring is an easy process that can be completed in just a few steps. We walk you through the installation and configuration.  Continue Reading

• Extending Microsoft Azure applications with connectors

  Connectors have different uses. Certain Microsoft APIs, or connectors, can ease Azure applications development and improve Office 365 functionality.  Continue Reading