Windows Server OS and management
Windows Server is the foundational technology that supports the services and handles resources relied on by enterprises worldwide. Get administrative tips that explain how to troubleshoot, migrate, monitor and improve the security on Windows Server workloads.
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Tutorial
25 Jul 2024
Activate Windows Server 2019 with KMS or the command line
Running the Software License Manager from the command line or using Key Management Services for automatic activation can sidestep one hurdle to get going with Windows Server 2019. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
12 Jul 2024
Windows Server backup to the cloud: A step-by-step guide
Backups are critical when using Windows Server. While third-party cloud vendors offer protection, Windows Server admins can back up to Azure using only native Microsoft tools. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
24 Aug 2018
How to start using Ansible for Windows management
Ansible is a configuration management offering that runs on Linux but controls Windows systems with PowerShell. Find out how to get the tool running in your data center. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
23 Aug 2018
PowerShell logging boosts security in the enterprise
Want to track any suspicious PowerShell activity across your network? Use these PowerShell logging techniques to curb potential threats that originate from scripts. Continue Reading
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Answer
21 Aug 2018
Understand Active Directory basics for enterprise success
You can't get the most out of a tool unless you understand its features. This tip explains the basics of Active Directory and how it controls access and maintains order. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2018
August Patch Tuesday closes CPU bug, two zero-day exploits
Administrators have their work cut out for them, with more than 60 vulnerabilities to handle for August Patch Tuesday, after reeling from the effects of a bad batch of July updates. Continue Reading
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Guide
26 Jul 2018
Plan your Exchange migration to Office 365 with confidence
Make your move to Office 365 with help from our experts who explain how to prepare before the transition and provide checklists to make sure the migration goes as planned. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jun 2018
How is the future of PowerShell shaping up?
Microsoft no longer develops PowerShell behind closed doors. While there are perks to the tool's move to open source, users must cope with the consequences of the shift. Continue Reading
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Video
25 Jan 2018
Office 365 labels help keep content under control
Labels in Office 365 take data governance tasks out of the users' hands through the automatic designation of policies to meet regulations or internal procedures. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
16 Nov 2017
Microsoft roadmap covers practical and wishful technology
The latest innovations on the Microsoft roadmap include familiar enterprise products, but its wager on an ambitious technology could one day alter the face of computing. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Nov 2017
Use eseutil for Exchange database repair with care
If Exchange crashes and you lack valid backups, just stay cool. The eseutil tool can be powerful, but if used improperly, it can do more harm than good. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
29 Aug 2017
Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference coverage
Check all the developments from the Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference in Orlando and track the company's strategic moves in its hardware, software and services businesses. Continue Reading
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Video
28 Jul 2017
Construct a chain of commands with the PowerShell pipeline
The pipeline in PowerShell connects multiple cmdlets to assemble complex commands to give administrators advanced management control over their systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Nov 2016
Understanding Exchange Online's Role-Based Access Control model
The Role-Based Access Control model manages and evaluates permissions in Exchange Online. Admins can explore the model, create new permissions and customize roles. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Sep 2016
These Windows configuration management tools can prevent mishaps
It's a challenge to limit downtime and speed up deployments in the data center. Configuration management tools can help IT maintain control. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
25 Aug 2016
Microsoft Ignite 2016 conference coverage
Find all the independent reporting and analysis from the Microsoft Ignite conference 2016 in one place. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
29 Feb 2016
Eight influential Microsoft experts to follow on Twitter
Stay up to date with all things Microsoft by following some of the most knowledgeable experts on Twitter, including CEOs, CTOs and MVPs. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Sep 2015
Check your hybrid Outlook Autodiscover performance
IT shops with hybrid Office 365 and on-premises Exchange mailboxes need to know how Outlook Autodiscover works when mailboxes haven't migrated. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
28 Mar 2013
A closer look at Outlook 2013
Considering an upgrade to Outlook 2013, but unsure if it's worth it? Get a close look at the sleeker interface, new features and more in this slideshow. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
29 Oct 2012
Windows Server 2012 interface tour
The new user interface in Windows Server 2012 seems scary, but it's easier to use than it looks. These are some of the best ways to work with it. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
27 Feb 2012
Top 10 Microsoft Hyper-V tools to consider
When it comes to improving Hyper-V performance, Microsoft and third parties provide many useful tools. Here are 10 to pay attention to. Continue Reading
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Answer
27 Apr 2010
Reconfiguring .pst file home locations on Exchange
Find out how to set home default locations and autoarchive your .pst files. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Mar 2008
How to create a cross-forest trust in Active Directory
Building a cross-forest trust in Active Directory allows a trust to be created between the root domain of two forests. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
15 Jun 2007
A Windows administrator's guide to file management
File management in Windows is not just about finding the right places for user data and application data, but also anticipating and planning for changes that may need to be made in how things are stored—all the while, dealing with quirks of the Windows file systems that can pop up in unexpected ways. It's also about understanding the technologies used to perform file storage. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jan 2007
Diskpart utility scans for newly added disks
Use the Windows Diskpart utility to scan for newly added disks, instead of Windows' Disk Administrator tool. Continue Reading