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Windows Server 2008 R2 Learning Guide

Want to learn more about Microsoft's latest server OS? This guide has you covered. Here you'll find tips, videos and expert advice on all things Windows Server 2008 R2. Continue Reading
Windows Server 2008 Learning Guide

This guide provides resources on every aspect of your Windows Server 2008 migration, with info on developing a migration strategy and in-depth overviews of all of the operating system's most important new features. Continue Reading
Step 3: Deal with the desktop first

When it comes to pursuing Microsoft certifications, nothing beats well-rehearsed preparation and practice. Though the details involved in pursuing the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification differ somewhat from those involved... Continue Reading

XCP-ng offers new hypervisor option for cost-conscious shops

A new open source fork of Citrix XenServer includes many features proprietary hypervisors offer, but it's not likely to displace ...

Manage VMM library servers with PowerShell

Using PowerShell commands can save you time when searching for all the shares on a VMM library server, exporting and importing ...

Troubleshoot common VM live migration errors

VM live migration errors in Hyper-V include connection issues, virtual switch mismatches and incompatible hardware. Learn more ...

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Establish a data classification model for cloud encryption

Not all data requires the same level of encryption. Use data classification to gauge your security needs, including for workloads...

Legacy roots still hinder Oracle and IBM cloud strategies

As IBM and Oracle look to shift away from legacy systems and hone in on IaaS, it won't be a clean cut. Still, each vendor has its...

Map application dependencies to prepare for cloud migration

The practices a development team puts in place to manage dependencies before a move to the cloud will determine how smoothly apps...

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Email attacks that threaten networks and flood inboxes

Email attacks are inevitable, so supporting incident response policies and procedures is necessary to ensure your enterprise is ...

Is consolidating Microsoft conferences the right move?

The Microsoft Unified Technology Event will replace a number of smaller conferences, which concerns one Exchange MVP. How will ...

Slideshow: A closer look at Outlook 2013

Considering an upgrade to Outlook 2013, but unsure if it's worth it? Get a close look at the sleeker interface, new features and ...

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2 ways to attach SQL Server database files to Linux containers

SQL Server files can be stored outside of Docker containers in host directories or volumes. Here's how to set up SQL Server on ...

Get started with SQL Operations Studio in 7 steps

Microsoft's newest tool, SQL Operations Studio, provides DBAs with a free, lightweight option for managing SQL Server and Azure ...

Quick start tips for using the new MSSQL-CLI SQL query tool

The new MSSQL-CLI command-line tool provides many enhancements over SQLCMD CLI that enable you to quickly write and run T-SQL ...

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Get to know data synchronization tools for the enterprise

Users who work with multiple devices will want their data to transfer across endpoints. IT can ease the syncing process by ...

8 VMworld 2018 sessions for EUC admins to attend

Put your plan in place now by exploring eight of the top sessions on Windows management, VDI and more at VMworld 2018 in Las ...

7 features for managing Windows 10 updates and upgrades

Managing updates and upgrades in Windows 10 is tough. Fortunately, Microsoft includes seven features in the OS, including ...

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What VDI shops get wrong with virtual desktop image management

There are several common mistakes VDI shops make, including allowing users to gain elevated privileges, that make it more ...

Can you manage virtual desktop user profile settings?

IT can control virtual desktops more directly with user profile management. Take this quiz to find out if you know about the ...

Deliver desktop and app virtualization for mobile devices

If IT pros want to provide their users with access to virtual desktops and apps on mobile devices, they should know which vendors...

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Windows Server 2008 R2 Learning Guide

Windows Server 2008 Learning Guide

Step 3: Deal with the desktop first

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XCP-ng offers new hypervisor option for cost-conscious shops

Manage VMM library servers with PowerShell

Troubleshoot common VM live migration errors

SearchCloudComputing

Establish a data classification model for cloud encryption

Legacy roots still hinder Oracle and IBM cloud strategies

Map application dependencies to prepare for cloud migration

SearchExchange

Email attacks that threaten networks and flood inboxes

Is consolidating Microsoft conferences the right move?

Slideshow: A closer look at Outlook 2013

SearchSQLServer

2 ways to attach SQL Server database files to Linux containers

Get started with SQL Operations Studio in 7 steps

Quick start tips for using the new MSSQL-CLI SQL query tool

SearchEnterpriseDesktop

Get to know data synchronization tools for the enterprise

8 VMworld 2018 sessions for EUC admins to attend

7 features for managing Windows 10 updates and upgrades

SearchVirtualDesktop

What VDI shops get wrong with virtual desktop image management

Can you manage virtual desktop user profile settings?

Deliver desktop and app virtualization for mobile devices