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• 4 negotiation tactics for success in a Microsoft software agreement

  A Microsoft software agreement requires skill and knowledge. Use these four Microsoft negotiation tactics to get the best discounts for a productivity suite.  Continue Reading

• 3 Mac remote management software options for enterprise use

  IT pros may be forced to manage remote macOS desktops, so they should understand the options they have for remote desktop management tools and what features they offer.  Continue Reading

• COVID-19 sparks software licensing issues with remote users

  Organizations face a range of issues with the spread of COVID-19, including how to support a newly remote workforce. Learn how to address these enterprise licensing concerns.  Continue Reading

• How to successfully implement MDM for BYOD

  It's not easy to implement MDM in BYOD environments. IT should communicate with end users to set expectations about what personal information the MDM platform can and cannot track.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate UEM, MDM platforms for IoT and wearables

  Wearables and IoT devices can benefit enterprise organizations, but it's important to secure and manage. Evaluate a UEM to determine if it has proper IoT support.  Continue Reading

• How to ensure that UEM supports rugged device management

  Rugged devices have different needs and requirements than the average device. Organizations should ensure that their UEM platforms support their rugged device management needs.  Continue Reading

• Compare capabilities of Office 365 MDM vs. Intune

  Office 365 MDM and Intune both offer the ability to manage mobile devices, but Intune provides deeper management and security. Delve into this comparison of the two products.  Continue Reading

• 5 up-and-coming Mac management software vendors to know

  Vendors that are dedicated to Mac management software tout their specialization as an advantage over unified endpoint management vendors and other desktop management tools.  Continue Reading

• Navigate the micro app builder for Citrix Workspace

  With the Citrix micro app builder, IT can create a connection between business apps as well as custom and legacy systems and the Citrix Workspace to provide consistent UI.  Continue Reading

• What IT needs to know about Chrome extension security issues

  Google Chrome extensions can improve user experience, but they could access a lot of user data. Admins should take control over users' extensions for security and privacy reasons.  Continue Reading

• Navigating the Registry Editor for Windows 10 desktop admins

  The Windows 10 registry stores some critical desktop settings that IT pros should know how to edit, alter or even delete to provide end users the optimal desktop experience.  Continue Reading

• Managing Windows Defender Device Guard in Windows desktops

  IT pros must understand how Windows Defender Device Guard uses a locked-down approach to desktop security and how this method could cause compatibility issues and headaches for IT.  Continue Reading

• Image-level methods for Windows application deployment

  Imaging is a crucial process, but IT must also consider application deployment. Here are methods to deploy different types of Windows apps during installation.  Continue Reading

• How to shut down and restart a remote computer

  Shutting down or restarting a computer remotely is often a necessary process. Explore the multiple ways to do so, using methods such as GUI and CLI commands.  Continue Reading

• Setting up Windows 10 kiosk mode with 4 different methods

  For desktop admins, setting up Windows 10 kiosk mode can be a confusing process. IT should learn these four methods and choose the best deployment option for its organization.  Continue Reading

• 4 ways to fix Windows 10 boot problems

  If users are experiencing Windows 10 boot problems, IT can turn to the Master Boot Record or Startup Repair to diagnose and resolve the issues.  Continue Reading

• When not to convert basic disks to dynamic disks

  Converting basic disks to dynamic disks can help achieve improved performance in your Windows OS. However, there are compatibility restrictions you should be aware of before diving into this conversion process.  Continue Reading

• Project Limitless' 5G PC and what desktop admins need to know

  Qualcomm and Lenovo have partnered to produce a 5G-enabeled PC that could be a game-changer for remote workers. IT must prepare for a 5G rollout and the issues it could bring.  Continue Reading

• Compare Windows 10 OS editions to determine the best fit

  Organizations deploying Windows 10 must choose between multiple Windows 10 OS editions. Delve into the different features that each edition offers to find the best fit.  Continue Reading

• How should IT select antivirus software for Windows 10?

  There are a lot of options for antivirus software for Windows 10, so it's important to know what to look for. Here are some top considerations to think about before deciding.  Continue Reading

• How to use and troubleshoot with Device Manager in Windows 10

  Device Manager can be extremely useful if you know how to use it properly. Understand how to access and use Device Manager in Windows 10 to manage device drivers and more.  Continue Reading

• How to create an Windows 10 unattended installation

  A Windows 10 unattended installation can help IT immensely. One of the key steps along the way is creating an answer file, which includes understanding the Windows Setup workflow.  Continue Reading

• 5 ways to speed up Windows 10 performance

  Windows 10 performance can slow down over time. Fortunately, you can do a few things to speed up performance, including freeing up storage space and removing bloatware.  Continue Reading

• Troubleshoot Bluetooth connection problems in Windows 10

  Bluetooth connection problems in Windows 10 are fairly common. Fortunately, there are a variety of troubleshooting steps that IT can take to restore the connection.  Continue Reading

• How to fix 5 common printing problems in Windows 10

  Printing problems in Windows 10 are fairly common and can be a nuisance for IT admins. Here are five issues you may run into and how to troubleshoot them.  Continue Reading

• 4 steps to check application compatibility with Windows 10

  Before a Windows 10 migration, IT admins should make sure all applications are compatible with the new OS. Here are four steps to get started with the process.  Continue Reading

• 2 methods to tackle Windows Autopilot troubleshooting

  Windows Autopilot isn't perfect, and you can run into errors during its deployment. Explore two ways to troubleshoot Windows Autopilot issues, using event logs and registry keys.  Continue Reading

• Explore new approaches to macOS management

  The macOS management landscape is changing, due to improvements from Apple. Find out why incorporating Mac devices is becoming easier, and which management approach to take.  Continue Reading

• 5 steps to enroll Windows 10 devices in Windows Analytics

  Windows Analytics can provide some helpful information, but you must enroll your organization's devices before you can start using it. Here are five steps to get started.  Continue Reading

• 7 questions to ensure UEM supports a Windows 10 migration

  The right UEM platform will go a long way in streamlining a Windows 10 migration. Ask these questions to ensure your organization's product can support the process.  Continue Reading

• How to automate Windows 10 imaging with Packer

  Windows 10 imaging isn't easy, especially with Microsoft's continuous release model. Here's how IT can use Packer and MDT to reuse code for Windows images and automate the process.  Continue Reading

• How to create an answer file, skip OOBE in Windows 10 install image

  One part of the Windows 10 installation process you must know how to automate is the out-of-box experience. It starts with creating an answer file.  Continue Reading

• 3 Windows 10 known issues and how to fix them

  There are a few issues that accompanied the Windows 10 1903 update. Before deploying the latest update, IT admins should familiarize themselves with the most common problems.  Continue Reading

• How to take advantage of 3 features in Windows 1903 update

  Windows Autopilot, reserved storage and SetupDiag are three new features in Windows 10. Here's how IT admins can use them for improved desktop management.  Continue Reading

• How to troubleshoot the blue screen of death for Windows 10

  The blue screen of death is never a pretty sight. Learn how to troubleshoot and fix this dreaded issue in Windows 10, using a variety of different methods and tools.  Continue Reading

• 5 Windows 10 shortcuts for desktop administrators

  Admins who manage Windows 10 desktops are often overwhelmed with tedium. Here are five keyboard shortcuts for Windows 10 that can make a desktop admin's job easier.  Continue Reading

• What IT pros should know about Windows 10 reserved storage

  With the release of Windows 10 version 1903 comes a new feature called reserved storage. Here's what IT pros should know about navigating and managing this new component.  Continue Reading

• IT's guide to Windows 10 Enterprise 2019 LTSC

  The Windows 10 Enterprise 2019 LTSC release includes a number of new management capabilities. IT administrators should be aware of the new features and enhancements.  Continue Reading

• How to boot to Windows Safe Mode on Windows 10

  Having problems with Windows crashes, applications or performance issues? Try booting to Windows Safe Mode on Windows 10 to pinpoint and troubleshoot the problem.  Continue Reading

• Weigh VMware Workspace One pricing against its benefits

  VMware Workspace One is one of the leading workspace products, but it can be a steep investment. Determine whether the price tag will be worth it for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Get to know Linux desktop security best practices

  IT pros managing Linux desktops must take the time to keep their users' workstations secure while packaging them with the appropriate apps. Watch out for these security challenges.  Continue Reading

• How to use Windows Admin Center to manage Windows 10

  Windows Admin Center started as a Windows Server tool, but it can manage Windows 10 desktops too. Learn which features can help with Windows 10 management.  Continue Reading

• What IT should know about the Microsoft Office app for Windows 10

  Microsoft released a new Microsoft Office app during an update to Windows 10. Learn about the changes that this new app brings and how to take advantage of its features.  Continue Reading

• Consider these factors for the device-as-a-service model

  IT professionals looking into device as a service should evaluate how the model can fit into their organization. Learn about the benefits of the device-as-a-service model.  Continue Reading

• Weigh the Citrix Workspace cost against its benefits

  Citrix Workspace is one of the leading workspace products, but it can be a steep investment. Determine whether the price tag will be worth it for your organization.  Continue Reading

• What to know about Microsoft's new Windows Sandbox mode

  Windows Sandbox is Microsoft's integrated Windows 10 sandbox environment to test applications and files in isolation. Learn about the new program and its features.  Continue Reading

• How to add MDT applications with Chocolatey package manager

  The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit allows administrators to install applications during deployment. Here's how IT can simplify the process with Chocolatey's command-line input.  Continue Reading

• 4 use cases for Macs in the enterprise

  Microsoft Windows is typically regarded as the go-to enterprise desktop, but IT shouldn't rule out macOS. Consider four reasons to run macOS in the enterprise.  Continue Reading

• 5 digital workspace components to look for

  The ideal digital workspace should handle a variety of tasks. By focusing on these five digital workspace components, IT pros can find the right platform to meet their needs.  Continue Reading

• 4 use cases for Linux desktops in the enterprise

  Linux OS isn't as popular as Windows, but it still offers a variety of benefits, including flexibility and heightened security. Delve into these use cases for Linux desktops.  Continue Reading

• How to navigate a sea of UEM vendors

  The UEM market is relatively new and, therefore, confusing to navigate. But, with an analysis of what's out there, IT can begin to understand which product is the best fit.  Continue Reading

• How to create Windows 10 toast notifications with PowerShell

  IT can send pop-up notifications to a Windows 10 user's taskbar with a PowerShell module called BurntToast. Here's how to get started creating toast notifications.  Continue Reading

• Unified endpoint management tools enrich the user experience

  A well-conceived and well-executed UEM strategy that prioritizes UX can improve cross-platform capabilities, system access and ultimately worker productivity.  Continue Reading

• How EDR tools can improve endpoint security

  IT should be constantly re-evaluating security tool choices. Endpoint detection and response tools, for example, can be a good option to improve endpoint security.  Continue Reading

• 5 Windows 10 security settings to tweak

  Desktop security is crucial, and the default settings of Windows 10 can leave organizations vulnerable. Here are a few changes to ensure that Windows 10 is as secure as possible.  Continue Reading

• Windows 10 customizations for enterprise desktops

  Microsoft offers different services that IT can use to adjust its users' desktop experience. These Windows 10 customizations are a must in an admin's toolbox.  Continue Reading

• How to access Windows 10 troubleshooting tools step by step

  Running into problems with Windows 10 booting, starting or other performance issues? Get to know the menus and options for Windows troubleshooting.  Continue Reading

• How to manage cookies across web browsers

  There are pros -- saved login credentials -- and cons -- privacy concerns -- to cookies. Either way, IT should understand how to manage cookies across web browsers.  Continue Reading

• How to find Wi-Fi settings in Windows 10

  In Windows 10, the Wi-Fi -- and wired -- connectivity settings are in a new spot, but they're as easy to access and configure as ever. You just have to know where to look.  Continue Reading

• How does Parallels Mac Management for Microsoft SCCM work?

  With Mac Management from Parallels, IT professionals can manage Windows and Apple macOS desktops side by side with System Center Configuration Manager's native features.  Continue Reading

• How to use PowerShell to troubleshoot Windows desktops

  When IT uses remote access to troubleshoot a user's desktop, it prevents the user from working. PowerShell, however, allows IT to fix a problem without disturbing the user.  Continue Reading

• How to manage Windows 10 device drivers

  Device drivers connect users' endpoints to the peripheral devices they work with. As a result, IT must know when to update drivers and what to do if they break.  Continue Reading

• Modern desktop transformation focuses on workspace technology

  As workspaces trend toward mobility and device flexibility, IT departments must evolve to fit users' needs by moving away from a desktop-centric approach.  Continue Reading

• How to address endpoint security issues caused by users

  Certain behaviors, such as ignoring patches, create security issues on the endpoints users work with. IT should enforce policies that prevent users from taking these damaging actions.  Continue Reading

• How to set up a Windows Autopilot deployment

  IT can set profiles for its devices running Windows 10 and enroll them in Active Directory with the Windows Autopilot tool, but Autopilot does not cover many settings.  Continue Reading

• How Windows 10 certificates create a chain of trust

  Certificates in Windows 10 create a chain of trust that confirms the identity of the user accessing corporate resources and ensures that she is doing so over a trusted connection.  Continue Reading

• Create and enforce a password policy across the enterprise

  There are new-fangled approaches to enterprise security, such as biometric authentication, but tried-and-true passwords are still critical to protecting an organization's network.  Continue Reading

• Get to know third-party Windows 10 migration tools

  IT professionals should look to third-party migration tools during a transition to Windows 10 to provide any features that the native Windows migration tools do not.  Continue Reading

• 5 Windows 10 management tools every IT pro must know

  With tools such as PowerShell and the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, IT can make managing Windows 10 much simpler from deployment through mobile device management.  Continue Reading

• How to manage cookie privacy in the enterprise

  Cookies can make life easier for users by preventing them from having to re-enter passwords and preferences on websites, but they also carry some legitimate privacy concerns.  Continue Reading

• How to create an internal phishing campaign from scratch

  When IT begins an email phishing campaign, it must determine what server the emails will come from, consider phishing tool options and more.  Continue Reading

• Windows 10 updates options to ease the process

  Windows 10 update issues are commonplace in the enterprise, but IT isn't helpless to deal with them. Group Policy and other tools can help IT regain control over updates.  Continue Reading

• Reduce update-related downtime after a Windows 10 OS upgrade

  Windows 10 updates are a necessary evil, as they add new features and improve security, but also cause downtime for users. IT can downplay the negative effects of updates.  Continue Reading

• Understand Windows Insider Program for Business options

  With its business-friendly Insider Program, Microsoft allows IT and users to test Windows 10 preview builds for compatibility and performance issues.  Continue Reading

• How to get the Windows 10 upgrade process right

  To install Windows 10 correctly, IT pros should alter the disk layout for a fresh installation of the OS to match Microsoft's recommended order rather than its default order.  Continue Reading

• Get to know data synchronization tools for the enterprise

  Users who work with multiple devices will want their data to transfer across endpoints. IT can ease the syncing process by working with the right tools.  Continue Reading

• 7 features for managing Windows 10 updates and upgrades

  Managing updates and upgrades in Windows 10 is tough. Fortunately, Microsoft includes seven features in the OS, including SetupDiag, that IT pros can use to simplify both processes.  Continue Reading

• Get to know enterprise patch management tools

  Unpatched software and OSes can create a huge security hole in any organization. IT should know what tools can fill in the gaps.  Continue Reading

• Discover three key exploit protection features in Windows 10

  To defend against memory-based attacks, Microsoft introduced three key features to Windows Defender Exploit Guard, including Address Space Layout Randomization.  Continue Reading

• How the Microsoft Teams app can boost collaboration

  Microsoft Teams is an app users can work with to collaborate no matter where they're located. It comes as part of certain business-focused Office 365 subscriptions.  Continue Reading

• Desktop and mobile malware detection takes on high priority

  End-user computing professionals must embrace modern Windows and mobile malware protection technologies to defend against ransomware and other attacks.  Continue Reading

• Use Windows Analytics to better support Windows 10 desktops

  With the help of Windows Analytics, IT can improve its Windows 10 desktop support with tools such as Device Health, which monitors desktop performance and identifies underperforming devices.  Continue Reading

• Create an effective email phishing test in 7 steps

  The best way for IT to improve email phishing security is through comprehensive testing, which helps identify which users are susceptible and what type of fake email is most effective.  Continue Reading

• Manage Windows 10 desktops, mobile devices with EMM software

  Windows 10 supports crucial functions that enable enterprise mobility management. IT must follow a few important steps to prepare desktops for management through EMM.  Continue Reading

• Spectre and Meltdown vulnerabilities show haste makes waste

  When the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities came to light, everyone scrambled to find a fix. As a result, the patching process has been anything but smooth.  Continue Reading

• How to get the best desktop support SLA bang for your buck

  IT can save money on its desktop service-level agreements by mixing and matching the level of support to meet the importance of the device.  Continue Reading

• Maximize PC lifespans with effective PC lifecycle management

  Effectively managing PC lifecycles can lead to significant cost savings via prudent distribution of high-performance hardware and purchasing new devices only when it is critical.  Continue Reading

• How to take advantage of SCCM and Intune co-management

  IT can combine Microsoft Intune and System Center Configuration Manager to manage users' mobile devices, as well as any legacy systems in its network.  Continue Reading

• Top six Windows 10 migration problems and how to avoid them

  Users and IT professionals sometimes have issues after a Windows 10 migration. Careful planning can mitigate these issues before IT undertakes a full-scale migration.  Continue Reading

• How to establish Windows 10 security baselines

  IT should consider following Microsoft's Windows 10 security recommendations in the Security Compliance Toolkit to better protect the operating system.  Continue Reading

• Three PC lifecycle management options IT should consider

  IT pros can use PCs and laptops until they stop working, or they can set up a lifecycle management plan that retires them after a certain period of time.  Continue Reading

• A Windows vulnerability scan should leave no stones unturned

  When it comes to scanning for vulnerabilities in Windows, IT pros need to run both authenticated and unauthenticated scans so they can see the deployment from every angle.  Continue Reading

• Ten Windows 10 Fall Creators Update features to know

  Microsoft introduced some significant changes to Windows 10 in the Fall Creators Update. The My People app, for example, lets users pin contacts to their task bars.  Continue Reading

• Guard the line with Windows Defender features

  The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update took Windows 10 security up a notch by adding advanced features to Windows Defender, including Application Guard and Exploit Guard.  Continue Reading

• How to create a snapshot of your custom Windows 10 image

  Once you finish creating your custom Windows 10 image, the time is right to take a snapshot of it so you can deliver it to your users.  Continue Reading

• Top Windows 10 backup and restore utilities

  The key to a good backup and restore tool is reliability. Look into third-party utilities such as Reflect or OneKey for Windows 10 restore and backup.  Continue Reading

• How to use Sysprep to install a custom Windows 10 image

  Walk through the process of adding custom software, apps and assets to your Windows 10 image in audit mode.  Continue Reading

• Pros and cons of a Windows 10 clean install vs. upgrade

  When migrating to Windows 10, IT must decide whether to perform an upgrade install or clean install. The benefits of one are the weaknesses of the other.  Continue Reading

• How to check Windows 10 compatibility for legacy apps

  Testing apps is just one way to ensure that legacy apps have Windows 10 compatibility. Find out how to confirm the compatibility of legacy apps with the OS.  Continue Reading

• Set up a virtual hard disk and perform a Windows 10 dual boot

  Dual booting Windows 10 can come in handy in a variety of ways. The process requires that IT knows how to build a virtual hard disk and install Windows 10 on it.  Continue Reading