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  • Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows 7 Released

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    You can now download Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows 7 , which enable IT administrators to manage roles and features that are installed on remote computers that are running Windows Server 2008 R2 (and, for some roles and features, Windows...

  • More new Windows 7 resources for IT pros

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Even before last week’s announcement of the Windows 7 lineup , I know that a lot of you are already testing the new OS, and as you begin this process, check out the Ten Things IT Professionals Should Know About Windows 7 , a quick guide to what is in...

  • An example of real savings with virtualization

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    See how one company was able to save more than $200,000 last year by deploying Microsoft virtualization and infrastructure software. Lionbridge, a a $461 million (U.S.) translation, development and testing services company, created and deployed...

  • Here’s why Windows Vista could still be the path to Windows 7

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    The Windows Blog posted a gem yesterday by Gavriella Schuster, senior director for the Windows Enterprise team. This is probably the most succinct job yet of explaining to business users why deploying Windows Vista now will make the future transition...

  • Build a killer resume with Microsoft Office Online and Monster.com

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Microsoft has teamed with Monster.com to provide job seekers with access to Microsoft Office Online and the Office Online Career Center, a new all-in-one portal. Through the portal, users can find new opportunities from Monster’s job posting and career...

  • Updated preview of .NET Services SDK available

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Microsoft .NET Services, part of the Azure Services Platform, are a set of Microsoft-hosted, highly scalable, developer-oriented services that provide key building blocks required by many cloud-based and cloud-aware applications. Released yesterday, the...

  • Try the Exchange Remote Connectivity Analyzer service beta

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Verify that your Internet facing services are setup and configured properly with the new Exchange Remote Connectivity Analyzer . With the tool, you can remotely test the Exchange Active Sync, Outlook Anywhere and Inbound SMTP services. Each test simulates...

  • New entry-level server platform for small businesses

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Microsoft expanded its Windows Server family today with the Windows Server 2008 Foundation , designed and priced for small businesses with 15 or fewer employees. Available through Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) only, pre-installed and ready to...

  • Updated Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack now available

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    MDOP customers can now get updates with the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack 2009 . MDOP 2009 includes the first release of Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (MED-V 1.0), a Cumulative Update to Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V...

  • Get ready for Windows 7 with the new Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) 5.5

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Just released today, ACT 5.5 allows you to assess and prepare your applications for Windows 7 and Internet Explorer 8. With the new version you can also control information sent to the Compatibility Exchange, and label data collection packages by role...

  • Hyper-V Security Guide released

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    A brand new Solution Accelerator, the Hyper-V Security Guide , provides guidance, instructions, and recommendations to address key security concerns about server virtualization. You’ll learn how to “harden” the Hyper-V server role, delegate virtual machine...

  • The Win7 Taskbar .NET Sample Library—a must for app developers

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    If you’ll be developing or migrating applications for Windows 7, the Windows 7 taskbar includes new functionality that you’ll need to understand to take full advantage of the new user experience. A great place to start is a recent post on the Windows...

  • ServerQuest II now ready to play

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Check out ServerQuest II and prepare to be ushered into a world where the IT pro rules. As an IT Pro you’ll have to dig deep into your surroundings, solve puzzles, and uncover Easter Eggs and mini games that will help you inch your way closer to the prize...

  • Upgrade SQL Server 2008 with Service Pack 1

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    The SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 is now available. Primarily a roll-up of Cumulative Update 1 to 3, Quick Fix Engineering (QFE) updates, and fixes to issues reported through the SQL Server community, SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 also includes capabilities...

  • SharePoint Designer 2007 is now free

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Office SharePoint Designer 2007 provides the tools you need to deliver compelling and attractive SharePoint sites and quickly build workflow-enabled applications and reporting tools on the SharePoint platform. Download the free Office SharePoint Designer...

  • Opportunity for IT during the downturn?

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    TechNet Magazine has just posted an insightful piece my Romi Mahajan on five approaches that IT organizations can take to demonstrate their value and reclaim their rightful standing in their companies. And what better time than now, as organizations are...

  • Operations Manager 2007 R2 Release Candidate (RC) now available

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Evaluate the Operations Manager 2007 R2 Release Candidate and see the new and enhanced capabilities, including: · Monitoring capabilities for Unix and Linux servers and workloads · The ability to report on service levels across IT availability...

  • Got a Windows Server question? Ask Ian

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Windows Server GM Ian McDonald has been fielding lots of questions from his Windows Server blog , so he has created a separate forum called Ask Ian , to talk about top of mind Windows Server issues. It’s delivered in an entertaining video format. Check...

  • Migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Some things need repeating. With the continued reporting about Windows XP users being left out in the cold when it comes to upgrading to Windows 7, here’s some warm information (not hot, since we’ve talked about this before) about using the latest...

  • Updated Azure Services Training Kit now available

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Considering some applications in the cloud but need to get your arms around the concept? Download the newly updated Azure Services Training Kit , a comprehensive package of hands-on labs, presentations, and demos that are designed to help you learn how...

  • Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for April 2009

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    For details on the security updates check this page . To download the updates directly and manage the updates, proceed to this page . And as always, PC users with Automatic Updates turned on will receive the updates automatically. More to...

  • Exchange Server 2010 Beta is ready

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    The public beta of Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 , part of Microsoft's unified communications family, is now available. Exchange 2010 is the first server in a new generation of Microsoft server technology designed and developed to work on-premises and...

  • A new way to protect inbound and outbound e-mail

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Microsoft today is rolling out Microsoft Forefront Online Security for Exchange , part of the Business Ready Security strategy. Forefront Online Security for Exchange is a Microsoft Online Service which protects businesses’ inbound and outbound e-mail...

  • OCS now more than ever—see why in TechNet Mag

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    For those of you using, evaluating or considering Office Communications Server , get on over to the TechNet Magazine site . The March issue is now up and it’s all about OCS 2007, including the new OCS 2007 R2 release. And when the magazine covers a technology...

  • More help to elevate those skills

    Posted over 5 years ago
    by Irser}
    Do you know someone whose tech skills could use a little updating? Microsoft yesterday unveiled the Elevate America program where it will provide technology training to up to 2 million people over the next three years. This can benefit people throughout...