Yung Chou is a Windows 7 PC

Windows 7 DirectAccess Explained

2009-11-17T18:23:00Z

The Windows® 7 and Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating systems introduce DirectAccess , a new solution that provides users with the same experience working remotely as they would have when working in the office. With DirectAccess, remote users can access corporate file shares, Web sites, and applications without connecting to a virtual private network ( VPN ). Further DirectAccess separates intranet traffic from Internet traffic as shown on the right and reduces unnecessary traffic on the corporate...(read more)

Free E-Books on Windows 7 Deployment and Microsoft Virtualization Solutions

2009-11-16T15:04:16Z

This is a nice compilation of pertinent information of deploying Windows 7. For those who are focusing on Windows 7 deployment in an enterprise environment, the following are in my view essential readings as well. · Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor · Building a Standard Image of Windows 7 Step-by-Step Guide · Automated Installation of Windows 7 Overview · Automated Installation To Upgrade Windows 7 Step-by-Step Guide I have introduced this e-book a while ago. A great resource to get...(read more)

Windows Virtual PC and Microsoft Virtual PC

2009-11-15T21:12:22Z

Windows Virtual PC is the latest Microsoft virtualization technology designed for Windows 7. It is the runtime engine for Windows XP Mode to provide a virtual Windows environment for Windows 7. Windows XP Mode, a new benefit of Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Ultimate, provides a virtual Windows XP SP3 runtime environment within Windows 7, and allows one to install and run Windows XP specific application directly from your Windows 7-based PC. Notice Windows XP Mode is 32-bit only while Windows...(read more)

AITP Charleston Windows 7 Launch Event

2009-11-12T22:02:00Z

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday December 11, 2009 North Charleston Convention Center AITP Charleston Chapter in association with Discovery Training Center , Dimension Data, and Integral Solutions, present an opportunity to learn about the latest Microsoft desktop, server, and collaboration tools. Sponsored by Microsoft Windows 7 Windows Server 2008 R2 Exchange 2010 AITP is proud to support the US Marine’s Toys for Tots program. Please bring a new unwrapped toy with you for donation and make a needy child...(read more)

Yet Another Windows XP Mode Post

2009-10-29T15:02:00Z

Since the last month, while delivering Windows 7 Launch Events, I have realized how strong the interests on Windows XP Mode (XP Mode) is out there, how much IT Pro want to know more about it, and how many questions are being asked again and again. So I thought to put together something concise and you can get most of your questions answered in a short read. Designed primarily with small businesses in mind, XP Mode for Windows 7 enables a user to install and run Windows XP applications directly from...(read more)

Be one of the Lucky 7!

2009-10-28T17:02:29Z

Register for your chance to WIN! The first seven people to register for any of our Fall 2009 TechNet Unleashed Events by Blain , Dan , John , and Yung your TechNet IT Evangelists with the Referral Code of WIN7 will take home a copy of the MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-652): Configuring Windows Server® Virtualization ( Approximate Retail Value - $45 USD ) .* And, if you miss the first 7 window of opportunity, don't worry - we'll have several more to raffle off at each event. *Government...(read more)

TechNet Events Presents The Microsoft Virtualization Tour

2009-10-24T02:55:10Z

Join Blain , Dan , John , and Yung , your TechNet IT Evangelists as we hit the road again this fall to bring you the highlights of Microsoft’s great virtualization solutions. We’ll go from the desktop to the enterprise, starting with VHD native boot – a new feature for Windows® 7 and Windows Server® 2008 R2. Next, we’ll move into Windows XP mode , Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V™, and finish with System Center Virtual Machine Manager ( SCVMM ). Reservations are required and space is limited, so register...(read more)

With Windows 7, there's never been a better time to be a PC.

2009-10-22T18:47:00Z

This is it! We had waited and waited, and it's finally here. Windows 7 is now generally available . With Windows 7, there's never been a better time to be a PC. For all you IT Professionals out there, let me highlight the 3 key deliveries: Making people productive anywhere Managing risks through enhanced security and control Reducing cost by streamlining PC management and innovations introduced in Windows 7 and make pertinent information readily available for you here. Making people...(read more)

You Are Invited to Desktop Virtualization Technical Briefing

2009-10-15T02:27:40Z

I am very excited to be delivering a Remote Desktop Services/Virtual Desktop Infrastructures (RDS/VDI) session in the upcoming Desktop Virtualization Technical Briefing. RDS/VDI is, in my view, one of the most compelling solutions to transform IT into a corporate business value delivery engine. I am most impressed by the architecture elegantly integrated into Windows Server 2008 R2 which makes the solution very easy to understand and implement. In my session, I will discuss the architecture and walk...(read more)

TechNet Events Presents “Microsoft Virtualization Tour” for IT Pros!

2009-10-14T21:44:00Z

Brought to you by your US East Microsoft IT Pro Evangelist : Blain , Dan , John , and Yung ! Come spend an afternoon with us as we highlight some of the great virtualization solutions Microsoft offers. We’ll go from the desktop to the enterprise starting with VHD native boot, a new feature for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 followed by discussions of Windows XP Mode Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 It will be fast and it will be furious. 4 Evangelists,...(read more)

Concept of Desktop Virtualization

2009-10-14T20:21:00Z

The traditional desktop computing model, as shown in Fig. 1, has been one where the operating system, applications, and user data and settings are bonded to a single computer. We will buy a computer either with OS and some applications pre-installed, or apply a hard disk image with targeted OS and selected applications to the computer hardware. Once a computer is deployed, a user can then log in the system, customize the environment, run applications, change settings, create data and files. This...(read more)

Upcoming Firestarter Event in Atlanta, GA on 10/17/2009

2009-10-01T07:50:02Z

Firestarter is a TechNet event offering IT Pros and developers an opportunity to in a few hours review and go deep on a chosen subject. For this particular one in Atlanta, GA, we offer 4 sessions, two presenters, two formats ( in-person or online ), and one focus: Windows 7. Here’s the agenda. Session Topic Presenter 1 What’s New with Windows 7 John Baker 2 Why VPN? Connect Seamlessly with DirectAccess! Yung Chou 3 Take the Worry Out of Protecting Your Data… Encrypt Your Drives with BitLocker...(read more)

Windows XP to Windows 7

2009-09-26T23:11:00Z

During the TechNet Game-On Tour , many asked for the information and wanted to review the demos I did. Dan Stolts , a fellow Microsoft IT Pro Evangelist based in Boston area, has recently published the following on the topic and did a great job on providing additional details. Check them out. Migrate Windows XP to Windows 7 Using USMT (User State Migration Tool) [Upgrade XP or Vista] Step By Step Upgrading Windows XP to Windows 7 and Migrate Microsoft Office and Other Applications Using The User...(read more)

Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Exchange 2010 Launch Events Coming to A City Near You

2009-08-14T04:41:00Z

Register early, register now. Also in the east coast, we are about to start the “ Game On Tour .” Come to these events, meet your peers, hook up with the community, and update your skill set with Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 solutions....(read more)

Windows XP to Windows 7 Migration Guide

2009-08-07T18:29:32Z

Windows XP to Windows 7 migration has become a main topic actively discussed in IT Pro communities concerning enterprise desktop deployment. This is a good time to go full ahead and ramp up the skill set needed to do the job as we are approaching the general availability of Windows 7 on October 22, 2009 . This guide provides assistance on migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7, all the way from gathering information about your environment to deploying the operating system. As you move through each...(read more)