November 2008Have Exchange questions? We’ve got answers. This month, Henrik Walther looks at configuring Windows Server 2008 to work with Outlook Anywhere, testing remote connectivity, deploying standby continuous replication, and more.
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System Center: Granular Targeting in Operations Manager 2007
November 2008For every monitoring object you build, you must also decide what target to use. Choosing the correct target is critical, but knowing how to go about choosing the correct target is not always clear. Steve Rachui explores various options for…
Hey, Scripting Guy!: Probing the Depths of WMI
November 2008This month, The Scripting Guys take a close look at the WMI infrastructure. Along the way, they provide some helpful scripts that can serve as a starting point for learning more and accomplishing useful administrative tasks.
Windows Server 2008: Presentation Virtualization with Enhanced Terminal Services
November 2008Virtualization isn’t limited to virtual machines and the virtualization of operating systems. Terminal Services has been abstracting the presentation layer of remotely run applications and desktops for years. Take a close look at key imp…
System Center: Monitoring Windows Server 2008 with OpsMgr 2007
November 2008As you deploy Windows Server 2008 into your environment, you’ll need a way to manage and monitor its health, performance, and availability. Fortunately, you can use the existing System Center tools you are already familiar with. See how …
SQL Server 2008: Tracking Changes in Your Enterprise Database
November 2008SQL Server 2008 introduces two new features that allow you to track changes more easily and efficiently. Paul Randal examines the new Change Tracking and Change Data Capture features and discusses the implications these features will have …
Utility Spotlight: Internet Explorer Developer Toolbar
November 2008Whether you develop Web content or simply support a webmaster, here’s a free Microsoft utility that will make your job easier. See how the Internet Explorer Developer Toolbar can help you explore and troubleshoot Web pages.
Utility Spotlight: Internet Explorer Developer Toolbar
November 2008Whether you develop Web content or simply support a webmaster, here’s a free Microsoft utility that will make your job easier. See how the Internet Explorer Developer Toolbar can help you explore and troubleshoot Web pages.
From the Editor: Now What?
November 2008From the Editor: Now What?
Windows PowerShell: Building Your Own Software Inventory Tool
November 2008Don Jones demonstrates a Windows PowerShell-based inventory tool and guides you through the process that goes into building such a solution.
Letters: Readers Speak Out
November 2008Letters: Readers Speak Out
The Desktop Files: Data Loss Prevention with Enterprise Rights Management
November 2008Enterprise rights management is effectively the only way to protect confidential information from being leaked. Discover how the Microsoft rights management solution can protect your organization’s information from unauthorized access and …
Toolbox: New Products for IT Pros
November 2008Toolbox: New Products for IT Pros
Field Notes: Old Wine in New Bottles
November 2008Romi Mahajan reflects on how technology has dramatically impacted community, but explains why there will always be a need for in-person meetings and events.
Windows Confidential: Windows Can but Won’t
November 2008Raymond Chen explains why Windows can but chooses not to replace a file that is currently in use.
Windows Confidential: Windows Can but Won’t
November 2008Raymond Chen explains why Windows can but chooses not to replace a file that is currently in use.
Utility Spotlight: Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool
October 2008 Virtual machines that are stored offline don’t automatically receive the necessary updates to keep them safe and compliant. This, in turn, can pose a risk to your entire IT environment. Find out how the free Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool lets you automate the process of updating virtual machines. Microsoft Download Link…
Utility Spotlight: Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor
June 2008 Ready to upgrade the systems in your organization to Windows Vista? Find out how the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can help you determine whether your systems are ready for Windows Vista and which versions they can support. Microsoft Download Link…
Utility Spotlight: Microsoft SharedView
July 2008 Looking for a way to quickly collaborate with someone located in another city? Take a look at out how Microsoft SharedView, a free utility, lets you easily share documents and screens with members of a small group, even across physical boundaries. Microsoft Download Link…
Utility Spotlight: Windows Installer CleanUp Utility
August 2008 Leftover Windows Installer configuration information can cause problems when you try to update or uninstall an application. You can solve the problem using the Windows Installer CleanUp utility, which can help you remove an application’s Windows Installer information and then reinstall the app. Microsoft Download Link…