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Digging deep in Windows Server storage QoS

In the newest preview of Windows Server, storage QoS helps administrators get the most of their storage by setting minimum and maximum IOPS count. Continue Reading
Monitoring devices for free with OpManager

Windows administrators can get their hands on ManageEngine's OpManager, a program that manages 10 devices. Continue Reading
Must-know apps for Office 365 and Exchange

As Office 365 increases in popularity, admins should get to know these apps and how they work with each organization. Continue Reading
Three ways to handle a disabled mailbox in Exchange

Admins have some options if they want to create messages for disabled email accounts to let senders know the address is no longer in use. Continue Reading
How to complete a multi-forest hybrid Exchange setup

Once you know how multi-forest hybrid environments work, finish the setup process for custom domains and Azure AD Sync Services. Continue Reading

Outlining RBAC permissions options in Exchange 2013

RBAC's Management Scopes can simplify Exchange setup management tasks and lets admins limit the cmdlets end users can access. Continue Reading
Small changes make a difference in PowerShell 5.0

Coming to the next versions of Windows, PowerShell 5.0 adds remote file-editing capabilities, as well as improvements to Desired State Configuration. Continue Reading
What's next for Windows Server storage?

The next version of Windows Server, due out in 2015, will boast storage improvements in QoS for Hyper-V and replication for enterprises. Continue Reading
Weighing cloud directory services from Microsoft and AWS

New cloud directory offerings from Microsoft and Amazon go head to head, but Microsoft's option may make more sense for the enterprise. Continue Reading
Getting the most value out of Windows certifications and training

Beyond building a library of study materials, creating seminars that pass along Windows certification knowledge can help save money. Continue Reading
Setting up a multi-forest hybrid Exchange deployment

Exchange admins should learn what a multi-forest hybrid setup is, when it should be used, and the requirements to implement it. Continue Reading

Additions to the System Center Operations Manager preview

The new System Center Operations Manager preview doesn't have many notable enhancements over its predecessor, but it's now even more cloud ready. Continue Reading
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

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Windows 10 update issues are commonplace in the enterprise, but IT isn't helpless to deal with them. Group Policy and other tools...

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