Something that administrators deal with quite a bit is trying to connect to a machine using remote desktop (mstsc) and getting our favorite message: Boy this messagewill get you angry, damn squatters. pre-Vista/LH you could always give the /console switch...

Want to know what is changing or what's new in the Active Directory space from Win2k8? Then follow this link . I have to say that I am quite pleased with the Beta3 build that we are running in production (6001.16510). There have been no "show-stoppers...

Answer: Yes. If you're looking to deploy some RODCs during the B3 timeframe then it would be a good idea to read through this first: Step-by-Step Guide for Read-Only Domain Controller in Windows Server 2008 Beta 3 One of the gotchas before an RODC will...

I pointed out in my last post a reference to the step by step guide for server core but here's a few other tips for those playing with the GUI-less OS. Remote management with MMCs: Enable remote management in the firewall so you can connect to the dang...