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Feature
28 Jul 2026
Secure Enclave vs. TPM vs. HSM: What IT should know
The Secure Enclave offers hardware-isolated security for Apple devices. Learn how it compares with TPM and HSM technologies, as well as the best uses for these three approaches. Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Jul 2026
Over 600 CVEs: Mythos' effect on vulnerability and patch management
Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday broke records by addressing over 600 CVEs. What does this reveal about the effect that AI models have on vulnerability and patch management? Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Dec 2009
Which form of app virtualization is best: streaming or localized?
Follow these steps to determine which method of application virtualization is best for your IT shop: streaming mode or localized mode. Know your IT environment to find the way. Continue Reading
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News
29 Oct 2009
Can open source OSes ever compete against Windows desktops?
Though Linux desktops get better and better, convincing a Windows shop to switch remains wishful thinking. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Sep 2009
Top 5 registry keys for Windows XP
Systems administrators may not know about useful registry keys for Windows XP. Learn how they can help you secure your network, create drive shares, manage passwords and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Sep 2009
Deploying Terminal Services Web Access
Need to facilitate a remote Terminal Services session? The easiest method to use -- and set up -- is Terminal Services Web Access, a feature of Windows Server 2008. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Aug 2009
Emulation, paravirtualization, and pass-through: what you need to know for client hypervisors
Since desktop virtualization is fairly new, no one's really started out their careers from scratch focusing on this space. Instead, people start in another area of IT and kind of "fall into" (or are forced into) desktop virtualization after they've been working awhile. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Aug 2009
Ten steps to a Windows Server 2003 virtual cluster configuration
Configure and test a Windows Server 2003 cluster on your desktop using virtualization technology with these ten easy steps. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jun 2009
Configuring Active Directory GPOs in a VDI environment
For an easy transition to virtual desktops, focus on configuring Group Policy Objects for VDI OS images. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jun 2009
Understanding application virtualization as a software hosting strategy
Application virtualization is a software hosting strategy that can increase system protection and eliminate incompatibilities with configuration data by using APIs to emulate middleware and OS interfaces. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2009
Parsing virtual apps, streaming and isolation
Do you know the difference between application virtualization, isolation and streaming? Find out in this week's column from Brian Madden. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 May 2009
Four Internet Explorer 8 Group Policy security settings
Internet Explorer 8 doesn't have nearly as many new security mechanisms as its predecessor; however, there are four Group Policy security settings for IE8 worth mentioning. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2009
How to determine your virtual machine per-core ratio
Discover industry standards, real-world examples and a sample equation to help you determine how many virtual machines can fit onto a core server. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Feb 2009
Using Sysinternals tools in security management scenarios
Discover three valuable Sysinternals tools and common Windows security management scenarios in which these tools would be used. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Feb 2009
Ten steps for smooth desktop virtualization deployment
Pulling off a successful desktop virtualization deployment project means you have to first understand which virtualization method is best for your client. This 10-step plan addresses common mistakes that are made in desktop virtualization deployment and offers guidelines for taking the correct approach. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Feb 2009
Sysinternals tools: A must-have for every Windows security toolbox
Learn about the free Sysinternals tools that make managing and troubleshooting Windows-based PCs almost effortless for administrators. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Nov 2008
Windows 7 news and features
Learn about Windows 7 features now so your organization will be prepared when it drops. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
24 Sep 2008
Step-by-step guide: Laptop hacking
Laptops with sensitive data are getting stolen every day. Contributor Kevin Beaver says the best way to secure your laptops is to understand how they will be attacked. He provides the basic attack methods and a set of contingencies in this step-by-step guide. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
24 Sep 2008
Step 4: Start the BitLocker encryption process
In Vista, the BitLocker function allows you to encrypt your hard drive, but a computer with Trusted Platform Module is preferred. Not to worry … learn how to use BitLocker on a computer without TPM and encrypt your hard drive with this step-by-step guide. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2008
The 10 most common Windows security vulnerabilities
Most Windows networks, including yours, have a number of security holes. Fortunately, though, many of these holes can be filled quickly and easily before they pose a major threat to your business-critical data. In this tip, learn what security expert Kevin Beaver feels are the 10 most common and correctable Windows security vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Sep 2008
VMware Workstation 6.5: Installation how-to's and notable features
Take a first look at VMware's latest Workstation release. We review the most useful new features, such as unity mode and integration with VMware Converter 3. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Aug 2008
key-value pair (KVP)
A key-value pair (KVP) is a set of two linked data items: a key, which is a unique identifier for some item of data, and the value, which is either the data that is identified or a pointer to the location of that data. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Aug 2008
WiMAX devices
WiMAX devices will become more readily available as carriers deploy widespread WiMAX service. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
08 May 2008
Application virtualization guide
This series takes a look at the basics of application virtualization, with details on what it means to Terminal Services as well as info on how to implement the technology with Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Mar 2008
Troubleshooting IEEE 1394 bus devices for Windows machines
FireWire (or 1394) devices work well most of the time, but when things go wrong, troubleshooting techniques can vary depending on what's causing the problem. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Mar 2008
How to recover from lost BitLocker PINs and startup keys
Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption makes it possible to encrypt your system drive, but permanent data loss can occur if you forget the PIN or lose the startup key. This article explains some steps that you can take to regain your lost data. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Mar 2008
Installing Windows Server 2008 inside VMware Workstation
Do you want to test Windows Server 2008 but remain hesitant to throw it on a production server? Test it for free with VMware Workstation. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Mar 2008
700 MHz -- Why is it so valuable?
The 700 MHz wireless spectrum auction is causing a lot of excitement, yet the reasons why can be obscure -- Paul DeBeasi explains its importance and how it works. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Mar 2008
Windows XP Troubleshooting Tutorial
Need help troubleshooting Windows XP? This tutorial features tons of tips and tricks that admins can use to solve a variety of system and network problems, with advice on troubleshooting Windows XP system startup issues, printer problems and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Feb 2008
How to troubleshoot Terminal Services connection problems
Having a problem with your Terminal Services connection resource limits? Find out how a registry key can help troubleshoot the issue. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Oct 2007
Troubleshooting Windows XP Device Manager error codes
Windows XP Device Manager alerts you if a system's hardware malfunctions, but often you need an advanced degree in unraveling cryptic code in order to understand the problem. Device Manager's error codes may be puzzling, but once you crack them, you'll be well on your way to fixing whatever hardware issues you're up against. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Oct 2007
Use Driver Query to resolve device driver problems
The Driver Query utility may not be perfect, but it can help to compile a device driver usage history. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Sep 2007
Find Windows vulnerabilities with a hex editor
If you haven't heard of a hex editor, then pay attention, because it could be the security testing tool that you've been waiting for all your life. Read how this underrated tool can help you find weaknesses and vulnerabilities in your Windows environment, if you dare. Continue Reading
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Answer
04 Sep 2007
Can I delete certificates from the CA?
Learn how you can manage Microsoft security certificates and improve Internet Information Services (IIS) security. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Aug 2007
Windows pagefile security risks and how to avoid them
Learn about the security risks involved in using Windows pagefile, and avoid putting your sensitive data in harm's way. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Aug 2007
32-bit Remote Desktop Connection Client - Terminal Services for Windows Server 2003
Since most users who access Terminal Server environments do so from 32-bit Windows client devices, this is the client platform that Microsoft has spent the most effort on. Continue Reading
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Answer
25 Jul 2007
How to use GPOs to deny folder permissions
You can use a Group Policy Object (GPO) to deny folder permissions in Windows. Find out how to manage folder permissions with GPOs with this advice from Kevin Beaver. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
17 Jul 2007
Internet Explorer security settings and controls
Managing Internet Explorer security is a complicated job. You need to be aware of all of the latest IE flaws and threats as well as how to prevent hackers from using these flaws to hack your Windows network. Read about how you can keep IE secure in this Internet Explorer learning guide. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jun 2007
Fast Reboot: quick reboot utility for Windows
Windows' shut down/reboot process is not that snappy; it can take a couple of minutes for everything to terminate and be written to disk. You can initiate a reboot quickly with a tool like Fast Reboot, which performs the usual quick-reboot/shutdown functions from the command line. Continue Reading
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Answer
18 Jun 2007
Prevent copying files from shared folders to remote computers
It's a tricky issue -- how to stop users from copying files from shared folders. Learn how to manage a user's file and folder copying rights with this advice from Windows security expert Kevin Beaver. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2007
Installing device drivers in Windows Vista
Learn how to install pre-existing and new device drivers in Windows Vista, in this excerpt from William R. Stanek's Windows Vista Administrator's Pocket Consultant. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Apr 2007
BOOT.INI is gone, BCD is here
There's a little surprise waiting for you in Windows Vista: The boot options are different from those in previous versions of Windows. Learn more about the new boot tool called BCD. Continue Reading
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Answer
19 Mar 2007
Restricting user permissions in folders
If you have a question about managing the permissions of a folder in your domain, this advice from Jonathan Hassell tells you how to set those permissions and prevent users from deleting that folder. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Mar 2007
What to do if system hangs when building DMI pool
When powered on, a PC creates the DMI pool, which shows the devices available to the BIOS. If a PC hangs at this point, here are some possible culprits. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Feb 2007
Updated: Lanmanserver and Lanmanworkstation Tuning
Follow Michel Roth's advice on how to tune fileserving environments; a complicated endeavor not everyone can handle on their own. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 Jan 2007
Making a Windows folder read-only
Windows hardening expert Jonathan Hassell explains how to make a Windows folder that multiple users share read-only. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Oct 2006
Device drivers: Installation and configuration
To install hardware devices on Windows servers, admins must install the appropriate device drivers first. Here are some guidelines for installing, configuring and troubleshooting device drivers. Continue Reading