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• New features in Microsoft IIS 8

  Admins will find plenty of new features to like in the new version of Microsoft's web server – especially if they're hosting large-scale operations.  Continue Reading

• How ReFS compares to NTFS

  Microsoft's modernized file system is all about integrity. Here are the new features that set it apart from its predecessor.  Continue Reading

• Assessing the value of Microsoft certifications

  Will Microsoft certifications get you a great job or make you a lot of money? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean they’re not still extremely valuable.  Continue Reading

• Top five features in PowerShell v3

  PowerShell has become pretty hard to ignore. Here are the latest reasons to get up to speed with the scripting tool.  Continue Reading

• How Moore's Law is clearing the way for Hyper-V 3.0

  Like everything else, the limits of virtualization are expanding again. Are you prepared to take advantage?  Continue Reading

• Five ways to advance your Windows career

  IT is a competitive industry and you might feel stuck in one position. Find out how goal setting -- and knowledge -- can improve your prospects.  Continue Reading

• Social networking strategies to further your IT career

  Twitter and LinkedIn are phenomenal resources when it comes to advancing your IT career. But are you using them effectively?  Continue Reading

• Step-by-step guide: Remote Desktop Gateway configuration

  The Remote Desktop Gateway role service extends the reach of Remote Desktop Services. Here's how to set it up, step by step.  Continue Reading

• Getting around SharePoint 2010 SP1 database upgrade hiccups

  When you apply SharePoint 2010 Service Pack 1, SharePoint databases are supposed to be upgraded. Unfortunately, the process isn’t without its frustrations.  Continue Reading

• Windows Server 8 data deduplication delivers efficient storage

  Thought single-instance storage was as good as it gets? Server 8's native deduplication will increase efficiency, especially for virtual servers.  Continue Reading

• Cost considerations: When blade servers meet virtualization

  When it comes to cost-effectiveness, do blade servers and virtualization combine to make CFOs happy?  Continue Reading

• Examining blade server options for Windows Server 2008 R2

  It's a question asked with relative frequency: should I implement blade or rackmount hardware for Windows Server 2008 R2? The truth is there's no simple answer.  Continue Reading

• Determining what hardware is needed to support virtualization

  Short- and long-term virtualization strategies are important to consider when choosing hardware for Windows Server 2008 R2.  Continue Reading

• Rightsizing hardware for Windows Server 2008 R2 editions

  What's your hardware blueprint? Executing a good Microsoft Windows Serer 2008 R2 hardware plan can actually save money in the long run.  Continue Reading

• Secure Windows Server in the cloud via Active Directory Group Policy

  When cloud technology invades, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 admins must ensure their environments remain secure. Group Policy to the rescue?  Continue Reading