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Trust Your Network Servers when Deploying a Custom Install

Matt Graven — Thu, 19 May 2011 18:30:00 GMT

To allow clients to install a custom installation of Internet Explorer 9 from a network server, you should specify your network servers as trusted sites. Here's how.

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The Basics of SQL Server Policy-Based Management

Matt Graven — Thu, 19 May 2011 17:30:00 GMT

Get a brief overview how to use policy-based management to manage SQL Server in your organization.

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Capture and Analyze Network Traffic with Internet Explorer 9

Matt Graven — Thu, 19 May 2011 13:38:30 GMT

With Internet Explorer 9, the F12 developer tools have added a new Network tab, which allows you to analyze network traffic. Get an overview of how you can capture and analyze data about network traffic.

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Change the Default App for Viewing Source in Internet Explorer

Matt Graven — Tue, 10 May 2011 21:30:00 GMT

Internet Explorer 9 allows you to view a Web page's source. On the File menu, simply select View | Source. But did you know you can specify what program you want to use by default to view the page source? Here's how.

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5 Great Ways to Inspect Web Pages in Internet Explorer

Matt Graven — Tue, 10 May 2011 18:16:14 GMT

Internet Explorer includes a powerful set of tools, known as the F12 developer tools. These tools provide many valuable features for developers, IT pros, and serious enthusiasts. Someone could probably write an entire book on the F12 developer tools. And Internet Explorer 9 adds some useful new features. If you haven’t started using the F12 developer tools, we suggest you hit F12 and give them a try. To get you started, here are some handy features you can use to dig deep into Web pages using the F12 developer tools.

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25 Cmdlets to Manage Group Policy using Windows PowerShell

Matt Graven — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:28:00 GMT

You can use Windows PowerShell to manage Group Policy. Here are 25 cmdlets you can use to retrieve information and perform common tasks.

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Understand and Configure Geolocation in Internet Explorer 9

Matt Graven — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:28:37 GMT

The geolocation feature in Internet Explorer 9 allows Web sites to provide information that is tailored to your geographic location. Here's a look at geolocation in Internet Explorer 9 and how you can disable it on your system and systems throughout your organization.

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Understand and Manage Internet Explorer 9 Tracking Protection

Matt Graven — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:36:01 GMT

Internet Explorer 9 includes a new security feature called Tracking Protection. Here’s a quick look at how Tracking Protection works and how you can manage this feature.

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Manage Internet Explorer 9 with New Group Policy Settings

Matt Graven — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:49:41 GMT

Internet Explorer supports numerous Group Policy settings. The new version of the browser, Internet Explorer 9, adds new Group Policy settings that further enhance security and allow you to enforce policies for new features. Here's an overview of new Group Policy settings you can use to manage Internet Explorer 9.

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Internet Explorer 9 Setup Command Line Switches

Matt Graven — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:38:51 GMT

Internet Explorer 9 has many command line switches that can be used with the installer. Here's an overview of the command line switches you can use when running the offline installer for Internet Explorer 9.

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New and Useful Keyboard Shortcuts for Internet Explorer 9

Matt Graven — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 18:40:14 GMT

With every version of Internet Explorer, Microsoft seems to beef up its selection of keyboard shortcuts. Here's a selection of useful shortcuts for Internet Explorer 9. Some are new in this version, some have been around for a while (but aren’t widely used), and some are classics that every user should be aware of.

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Windows PowerShell Cmdlets to Retrieve Basic System Information

Matt Graven — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:27:21 GMT

Sometimes when you are working with a computer, you won’t know basic information, such as the name of the computer, the logon domain, or the current user. This can happen when you get called to support a computer in another department within your organization and when you are working remotely. Here are some cmdlets that help you quickly gather basic user and system information.

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Video: Splatting in Windows PowerShell 2.0

Matt Graven — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:51:17 GMT

In Windows PowerShell 2.0, splatting refers to a way in which you can bundle parameters to send to a command. Don Jones wrote about this in the March 2011 issue of TechNet Magazine. In this companion video, he steps you through Splatting in Windows PowerShell 2.0.

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Manage the New Download Manager in Internet Explorer 9

Matt Graven — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 17:18:02 GMT

Learn about the new download manager in Internet Explorer 9, see how it works, and discover how you can manage it with Group Policy.

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Understand, Run, and Use the Exchange Management Shell

Matt Graven — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 01:31:00 GMT

Get an overview of running the Exchange Management Shell for Exchange Server 2010.

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Get to Know the Exchange Server 2010 Transport Servers

Matt Graven — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:29:48 GMT

Learn how transport servers store data in Exchange Server 2010, and get some configuration advice for high-volume Exchange environments.

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5 Tools to Plan for and Deploy Internet Explorer 9

Matt Graven — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 19:14:24 GMT

It is important to enforce policies and actively manage desktop clients throughout your network—even when it comes to upgrading Web browsers. This is particularly important for maintaining security and ensuring users continue to have access to the Web-based apps they rely on. There are many tools available to help you assess systems throughout your organization, plan for compatibility issues, and ensure systems are configured as you desire. Here are five handy tools that can help you plan for and deploy Internet Explorer 9.

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Use Cmdlets to Configure Load-Balanced Arrays in Exchange Server 2010

Matt Graven — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:44:48 GMT

The Exchange Management Shell includes several cmdlets you can use to register arrays in Active Directory and in this way tell Exchange about load-balanced arrays you’ve set up for Client Access servers. Here is a look at the cmdlets you can use to configure load-balanced arrays.

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Find and Download the Correct Internet Explorer 9 Installer

Matt Graven — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:26:17 GMT

Windows 7? Windows Vista? Windows Server? R2? 64-bit or 32-bit?

If you want to download the complete Internet Explorer 9 installer, perhaps for deploying to multiple systems, you need to make sure you download the correct version for your operating system. Here are the four main Internet Explorer 9 downloads and their OS requirements.

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Video: Configure More Sophisticated Formatting in Windows PowerShell

Matt Graven — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Get an overview of how the formatting system works in Windows PowerShell and learn how you can manipulate its formatting settings for more sophisticated, customized output.

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Video: Using Windows PowerShell Profiles

Matt Graven — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT

Don Jones demonstrates how to use profiles in Windows PowerShell to automatically load modules and snap-ins, define functions, and customize the shell each time you open a new session.

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Video: Beyond Basic Scripting in Windows PowerShell

Matt Graven — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 03:50:52 GMT

Don Jones looks at how you can use the pipeline to chain complex commands, making Windows PowerShell more than just a procedural scripting language.

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Free Online Classes: Microsoft Virtualization for VMware Professionals

Matt Graven — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:36:15 GMT

I received this info from a colleague a few days ago. Looks like an interesting event.

Microsoft Virtualization for VMware Professionals
Free Online Classes
March 29 – 31

One week after Microsoft Management Summit 2011 (MMS), Microsoft Learning will be hosting an exclusive three-day Jump Start class specially tailored for VMware and Microsoft virtualization technology pros. Registration for “Microsoft Virtualization for VMware Professionals” is open now and will be delivered as a FREE online class on March 29-31, 2010 from 10:00am-4:00pm PDT.

This cutting edge course will feature expert instruction and real-world demonstrations of Hyper-V and brand new releases from System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 Beta (many of which will be announced just one week earlier at MMS). Register Now!

· Day 1 will focus on “Platform” (Hyper-V, virtualization architecture, high availability & clustering)

o 10:00am – 10:30pm PDT: Virtualization 360 Overview

o 10:30am – 12:00pm: Microsoft Hyper-V Deployment Options & Architecture

o 1:00pm – 2:00pm: Differentiating Microsoft and VMware (terminology, etc.)

o 2:00pm – 4:00pm: High Availability & Clustering

· Day 2 will focus on “Management” (System Center Suite, SCVMM 2012 Beta, Opalis, Private Cloud solutions)

o 10:00am – 11:00pm PDT: System Center Suite Overview w/ focus on DPM

o 11:00am – 12:00pm: Virtual Machine Manager 2012 | Part 1

o 1:00pm – 1:30pm: Virtual Machine Manager 2012 | Part 2

o 1:30pm – 2:30pm: Automation with System Center Opalis & PowerShell

o 2:30pm – 4:00pm: Private Cloud Solutions, Architecture & VMM SSP 2.0

· Day 3 will focus on “VDI” (VDI Infrastructure/architecture, v-Alliance, application delivery via VDI)

o 10:00am – 11:00pm PDT: Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Architecture | Part 1

o 11:00am – 12:00pm: Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Architecture | Part 2

o 1:00pm – 2:30pm: v-Alliance Solution Overview

o 2:30pm – 4:00pm: Application Delivery for VDI

Every section will be team-taught by two of the most respected authorities on virtualization technologies: Microsoft Technical Evangelist Symon Perriman and leading Hyper-V, VMware, and XEN infrastructure consultant, Corey Hynes

MORE INFO:

Blog: Learn more from the Microsoft Learning Blog

Twitter: Here are a few posts you can retweet:

o Mar. 29-31 "Microsoft #Virtualization for VMware Pros" @SymonPerriman Corey Hynes http://bit.ly/JS-Hyper-V @MSLearning #Hyper-V

o @SysCtrOpalis Mar. 29-31 "Microsoft #Virtualization for VMware Pros" @SymonPerriman Corey Hynes http://bit.ly/JS-Hyper-V #Hyper-V

o Learn all the cool new features in Hyper-V & System Center 2012! SCVMM, Self-Service Portal 2.0, http://bit.ly/JS-Hyper-V #Hyper-V #Opalis

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Video: Use Batch Cmdlets in Windows PowerShell

Matt Graven — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:16:41 GMT

Batch Cmdlets: Forget loops. Don Jones steps you through the easier and preferred way to work with multiple items in Windows PowerShell.

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Video: Using the Windows PowerShell Pipeline

Matt Graven — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 19:08:33 GMT

Don Jones explains how the Windows PowerShell pipeline works and demonstrates how you can get more out of it.

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