The TechNet team is touring in October and will be speaking on the following topics:
Windows Network Policy Server and Wireless Security In this session we will look at Network Policy Server in Windows Server 2008, and how to implement Network Access Protection. The session will start with an introduction to the Network Policy Server (NPS). We will see how it can play a valuable role in maintaining the integrity of an internal computer network. Then we will see how to deploy and configure NAP. We will show you how NAP works, and how it employs NPS. The session will also take a look at some wireless networks and why they aren’t secure. Then see how to build a secure wireless network – a really rock solid one. What will be covered:
Demonstrations in this Session:
Deploying and managing a Microsoft Windows Server Update Services 3.0 Server
This session focuses on Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) network architecture and deployment methodologies, from single server to replica hierarchies. It also covers how to migrate from WSUS 2.0 to WSUS 3 and looks at the day-to-day management of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), including backup strategy, compliance reporting, reboot strategy, and health monitoring.
What we will cover:
We are offering 2 sessions in some cities so you wont have to miss out this time round! Brisbane: Session 1 - Monday 1st October Brisbane: Session 2 - Tuesday 2nd October Sydney: Session 1 - Monday 15th October Sydney: Session 2 - Monday 22nd October Canberra: Monday 8th October Melbourne: Session 1 - Monday 29th October Melbourne: Session 2 - Tuesday 30th October Adelaide: Monday 15th October Perth: Session 1 - Friday 12th October UPDATE: we are offering another Perth session Perth: Session 2 - Wednesday 24th October
In this online collection composed of four clinics, you are introduced to the new features and functionality in Windows Server "Longhorn". This includes server virtualization, security and policy management, branch office management, centralized application access, and server management. This online collection is composed of a rich multimedia experience.
It is intended for IT Professionals who are interested in the new features and functionality in Windows Server "Longhorn".
To get the most out of this collection it is recommended that you have experience implementing Windows Server 2000 or Windows Server 2003.
Whenever we tell our IT Pros about TechNet Forums they tell us they have never heard of it! This is a great tool for you to start a discussion around a topic important to you. Its quite easy to use, once you sign into passport you can post your questions and help other community members with their issues.TechNet Forums Home PageWindows Server 2008 File Services and Storage ForumA question being answered by another community memberSo if you have some issues that you need some help then post it up at TechNet Forums. Here are some of the forums:Exchange Server TechNet ForumSQL Server TechNet ForumSQL Server Katmai TechNet ForumSystem Center TechNet ForumWindows Server 2008 TechNet ForumWindows Vista TechNet ForumForefront Security TechNet ForumSharepoint TechNet ForumsSome stats about TechNet Forums86,382 threads and 322,694 posts have been postedTotal Number of Microsoft Forums Users: 796,566 In the past 24 hours, we have 250 new thread(s), and 1,088 new post(s)
We received some very interesting entries! I wish we had more that we could give away. The following are the winning entries. Congrats! "I would use the back pack to carry my little dog around in. He rocks!! Check out: http://ruskydotnet.blogspot.com/2007/08/ace-is-doggie-rescue-calendar-winner.html" Aaron Saikovski – Readify
"I'd use the bag for commuting. I do a bit of running and run to work each day. Imagine the perceptions we could smash if motorists saw a nerd running instead of them thinking we’re stuck in front of an Xbox with crumbs down our t-shirts all day" Martin Harris – DET NSW
"Sometimes my wife makes me a yummy sandwich which I struggle to carry along, client visits!!" Kamol Sagwan- Avanade
"My wife and I both turn 30 next year, we plan to celebrate with a holiday to Uluru. The backpack would come to good use climbing the rock and also be a nice home for my notebook when we are not blogging about our adventure." Damien Kearns
"Because I live in a rural area, there is a belief that professional IT support is not available. I take MCSE books to job tickets to educate the wider community against IT hacks & educate up and comers on the courses/exams they should be doing." Chris – Caroll Secure Computing
"It looks like a versatile backpack. Not only would I be able to use it to cart work stuff (I commute 100 Kms daily) I've two young kids and going anywhere eg aquarium, public parks we need to seriously load up." Romy Stevenson – Coles
"I would love a backpack that allows me to a) pretend my boss isn’t too tight to pay for a ticket to Tech Ed, and b) use a strap to hold my stomach in after eating too much at free Microsoft events (the only events I can go to)." Michele Liva – DET NSW
"STUDY: Mandarin class Mondays so I need room for my Books, Pads, pens and pencils WORK: Need to carry a laptop and phone home often FITNESS: Running gear needs to be separate from my laptop and study. Plus it looks like a cool backpack." Paul Moorhouse – EDS
"The bag as my comfort to know that it’s my pillow when I need those naps (hopefully not during work), to defend and protect my laptop and gadgets should I accidentally drop them in despair and of course as a daily reminder to save up for the next Tech Ed." Gavin Tan - Avanade
"I was busy hard at work trying to explain the intricacies of best practice to our customers. How could this be hard and why would a backpack help? Again! An easy answer, they are armed. So a nice swish backpack to tuck in my XPS would greatly assist in running." Carl Bindels – QLD Police Service
I finished off Halo 3 last night and it is definitely THE best game I have ever played (note I am a big fan of the Halo franchise). I took some gameplay footage below of my battle with the Covenant Scarab, have a look at the graphics:
On the topic of Windows Sidebar Gadgets, Allblacks.com have released their very own Allblacks Windows Sidebar Gadget which is running Silvelight 1.0. The New Zealand Rugby Union (David Barton-Ginger), Microsoft, Mabode (the development partner) worked together to make this happen. Before installing make sure you have the Silverlight 1.0 installed on your machine to see the gadget run in its full glory. Once you install the gadget, its in Docked mode so drag it to your desktop to see the full functionality. It feeds content from Allblacks.com into the gadget including Fixtures/Results, Multimedia, News and Team information. For those who don't have Windows Vista you can run the Browser Version of the gadget. Docked Undocked on the desktop Streaming Video Photos Players
Thanks to Jonathan Lewis and our IT Team here at Microsoft I am lucky to be on the pilot program for Unified Communications. This phone is a little beauty, it looks like something from the USS Enterprise with its touch screen interface. It even has a Fingerprint reader which makes you feel like Jason Bourne. Unlike my previous Catalina device which connects into my PC, the Tanjay connects directly into the network port allowing for clearer communication through the network. It works directly with Office Communications Server 2007 and its running Windows CE as its operating system. The Tanjay Touch Screen interface Tried to call Ben English but he is currently away
This collection of 2-hour clinics explains the enterprise capabilities provided by Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007. These clinics are for infrastructure specialists working within organisations that are looking to deploy Office Communications Server within their solutions.
Topics covered within the collection include: Enterprise Instant Messaging On-Premise Conferencing and Telephony Incorporating Office Communications Server Functionality within custom applications
I know some of you may be sick of having Sidebar gadgets that countdown to your favourite launch or key event, I dont really find those types of gadgets useful. I have listed some cool gadgets that I have been using that may be of use to you. Netvibes Rugby World Cup Gadget Great to see Netvibes supporting Windows Vista with their gadget ecosystem. This gadget comes in very handy just in time for the Rugby World Cup. It has a calendar of all the games, pool standings and knockout stages. Ministry of Sound Radio Gadget This is the official Ministry of Sound Radio Gadget where you can listen to the different live streams including Ambient, Breakbeat, Chillout, Drum & Bass, Eclectic, Electro, Funky House, Garage, House, Trance and Underground vibes. Arsenal Gadget Being a huge fan of the Gunners its great to see the team at Arsenal offering a Vista Sidebar Gadget for their fans. You can filter the news you want to see plus change the colour of the gadget to match the home and away colours. GadgetGuy.com.au Gadget GadgetGuy has got their very own Vista Sidebar Gadget that can keep you up to date with the latest Gadget news. It has a variety of content you can choose the gadget to display.