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Common SQL Server Security Issues and Solutions

In the August 2008 issue of TechNet Magazine, Paul Randal wrote an article Top Tips for Effective Database Maintenance .  It was geared toward "involuntary  DBAs" (IT pros who inadvertently wind up responsible for a SQL Server instance).  Read More...
Posted Wednesday, April 29, 2009 8:30 AM by matt_graven | 1 Comments
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PKI Enhancements in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2

Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 introduce PKI enhancements that greatly improve the deployment and operational experience for users, enabling powerful new scenarios while decreasing operational costs. In the May 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine, we Read More...
Posted Monday, April 27, 2009 9:00 AM by matt_graven | 1 Comments

An Introduction to Security in Windows 7

Windows 7 includes many new features and enhancements to help improve  security. In the May 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine , which is now available online, Chris Corio gives an overview of all these new security features and enhancements in Windows Read More...
Posted Friday, April 24, 2009 12:31 PM by matt_graven | 0 Comments
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New Windows 7 Learning Material

The Microsoft Learning team has come out with a great series of bite-sized “Learning Snacks” to help introduce you to new features coming in Windows 7. They’ve just released a new series of Snacks this week, and we thought you might enjoy them! Desktop Read More...
Posted Tuesday, April 21, 2009 10:22 AM by joshhoff | 1 Comments
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What’s New in Internet Explorer 8

Chances are pretty good you heard about the release of Internet Explorer 8 last week. Maybe you rushed right out and downloaded it to give a try, or maybe you’re the wait-and-see type who wants to check out what oth ers have to say. In either case, you’ll Read More...
Posted Tuesday, March 24, 2009 7:00 AM by sharont | 1 Comments

April 2009 Issue of TechNet Magazine Now Available Online

The April 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine is now available online. In this issue, we introduce you to new features and enhancements in the latest version of Internet Explorer, help you manage multiple Active Directory forests, explore Office Communicator Read More...
Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2009 4:00 PM by matt_graven | 1 Comments

Securing OCS with ISA Server

Extending Office Communica tions Server to support to remote users and organizations can yield tremendous benefits, but it requires a great deal of planning. To securely extend your OCS 2007 infrastructure, you need to deploy one or more Edge Servers Read More...
Posted Thursday, February 19, 2009 7:00 AM by sharont | 0 Comments

The March 2009 Issue of TechNet Magazine Is Now Available Online

The March 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine is now available online. In this issue, we delve into Office Communications Server. Learn about the new features in OCS 2007 R2, see how you can extend your R2 deployment to legacy devices, get advice on securing Read More...
Posted Wednesday, February 18, 2009 9:00 AM by matt_graven | 0 Comments

Inside SharePoint: Maintaining Security Account Credentials

Frequently changing farm credentials and security account passwords are important measures for keeping a Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) farm secur e. Yet for administrators, these tasks are tedious and repetitive. The tools are difficult to Read More...
Posted Tuesday, February 03, 2009 7:00 AM by sharont | 0 Comments

Security Watch: Malware Inspection at the Perimeter

Discover how the Malware Inspection feature of the Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway can give you a centralized view of any suspicious traffic that might cross your firewall and allow you to take actions based on the results of the inspection—without Read More...
Posted Tuesday, January 20, 2009 7:00 AM by sharont | 0 Comments

TechNet Magazine February 2009 Is Now Available Online

The February 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine is now available online. Discover how you can use Excel and SharePoint to provide Business Intelligence in your organization, learn about logging and recovery in SQL Server and learn how to maintain a better Read More...
Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2009 12:30 PM by matt_graven | 1 Comments

Inside SharePoint SharePoint Security Accounts

Despite extensive documentation, configuring security accounts can be a difficult task, and there is a high risk of creating weak system configurations that can expose an entire SharePoint environment. In this edition of Inside SharePoint, Pav Cherny Read More...
Posted Tuesday, January 06, 2009 7:00 AM by sharont | 1 Comments
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TechNet Magazine January 2009 Issue Available Online

The January 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine is now available online. Learn about Identity Lifecycle Manager 2, delve into Group Policy Preferences, get an overview of advanced SQL Server troubleshooting with Extended Events, discover a handy free utility Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 09, 2008 1:42 PM by matt_graven | 1 Comments

Managing the Root Password on Your Mac

Are you a long-ti me IT pro of the Windows persuasion, now having to get used to a mixed environment? If so, you may not realize that you can give your Mac users the rights they need on an as-needed basis and improve security at the same time by—somewhat Read More...
Posted Tuesday, December 02, 2008 7:00 AM by sharont | 0 Comments

Revisiting the 10 Immutable Laws of Security

It's been about 8 years since "The 10 Immutable Laws of Security" were first published, and a lot has changed since then. In the last few installments of our Security Watch column, Jesper Johansson has been analyzing the immutable laws to see Read More...
Posted Wednesday, November 19, 2008 6:17 PM by matt_graven | 2 Comments
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