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Five Windows Sysinternals utilities can aid in desktop troubleshooting

There are many free tools in the Windows Sysinternals suite, but some might help admins more than others for viewing data and managing desktops.

By Brien Posey • April 10, 2014

BPM projects must come from top down, says Oracle Collaborate speaker

While trends such as mobility have changed BPM from the bottom up, BPM projects should come from the top down, said an Oracle Collaborate speaker.

By Lauren Horwitz • April 10, 2014

Buying ERP: Top 10 midmarket ERP systems

This buyer's guide provides a rundown of the top 10 midmarket ERP systems out there today.

By Brenda Cole • April 2, 2014

IT admins, MDM vendors mull Apple Device Enrollment Program integration

Apple is listening to IT with device enrollment and volume app purchasing programs updates, yet vendors and IT pros are left to sort through it all.

By Jake O'Donnell • March 28, 2014

What’s the difference between SAP ABAP and SAP Basis?

Confused by the difference between SAP ABAP and SAP Basis? Developer Ethan Jewett explains how to tell them apart.

By Ethan Jewett • March 26, 2014

Why remote connectivity problems happen and how to fix them

Remote connectivity problems such as latency and bouncing have easy fixes that just take careful planning when you're setting up your VDI deployment.

By Steve Damadeo • March 24, 2014

Ten hidden Windows command prompt tricks

Every desktop admin should have these command prompt tricks up their sleeves to save time and make Windows management easier.

By Nirmal Sharma • March 20, 2014

Microsoft moves deeper into cloud with Office Graph, OneDrive updates

Microsoft looks to the enterprise future with Yammer-inspired Office Graph for collaboration, standalone OneDrive for Business taking on Dropbox, Box.

By Jake O'Donnell • March 14, 2014

How mobile antivirus software works and how to know if you need it

Whether you require users to have mobile antivirus software on their devices depends on how much control you have and which devices workers use.

By Eric Beehler • March 10, 2014

App delivery techniques: Virtualization and Web-based apps

Web-based apps and mobile desktop virtualization are gaining traction as valid mobile app delivery techniques, but each option has specific use cases.

By Robert Sheldon • Feb. 12, 2014

Use Excel’s IF statement to track, save on IT support contract costs

Warranty tracking for enterprise software can be an odious task, but if you know how to use the IF statement in Microsoft Excel, you could save money.

By Gary Olsen • Feb. 10, 2014

How do media servers differ from media gateways?

Expert Carrie Higbie explains how media servers differ from media gateways and how media servers are useful in video and voice environments.

By Carrie Goetz • Feb. 7, 2014

How to manage and modify SE Android

SE Android protects against malware, but it can also block regular functions. You can modify SE Android settings to re-enable those apps and features.

By Sander van Vugt • Feb. 5, 2014

Track software licenses and IT support with Excel date functions

As part of our series on Excel for IT admins, we look at how Excel date functions can help with calculating software licenses and support dates.

By Gary Olsen • Feb. 3, 2014

Preparing for an IT audit in your VDI environment

When preparing for an audit in your VDI environment, the best defense is a strong offense. Find out what you need to archive and who's auditing.

By Earl Follis • Jan. 22, 2014

FAQ: Understanding and leveraging 3PL providers

In this FAQ, learn all about third-party logistics (3PL) providers and what they can offer manufacturers.

By Brenda Cole • Jan. 21, 2014

As ECM systems mature, BPM becomes central to ROI

ECM systems have matured beyond content repositories to include automated workflow, which can optimize business processes and justify the cost.

By Christine Campbell • Jan. 21, 2014

More remote Group Policy Object settings and checking refresh status

Admins can refresh Group Policy Object settings across multiple computers, but they must verify that Group Policy settings have successfully changed.

By Nirmal Sharma • Jan. 20, 2014

What virtualized GPU technology is doing for VDI

Virtualized GPU technology brings VDI to more users than ever before, which could spur desktop virtualization adoption.

By Alyssa Provazza • Jan. 15, 2014

From VDI pilot to production: Four tips for the move

Don't leave users out of the equation when you move from your VDI pilot project to the production environment.

By Earl Follis • Jan. 14, 2014

Making thin client performance priority No. 1

Thin client performance is the key to a successful endpoint because it's the issue that most affects your end users.

By Alastair Cooke • Jan. 10, 2014

How does a volts direct current signal relate to telecom?

Expert Matt Brunk explains how a volts direct current signal is used in telecommunications.

By Matt Brunk • Jan. 9, 2014

Before you clone HDD to SSD, know the benefits and danger to data

Which type of drive is better: hard disk drive or solid-state drive? HDD to SSD cloning can ease data access, but SSDs aren't without risks to data.

By Kevin Beaver • Dec. 30, 2013

Enterprise mobile device wars to heat up in 2014 with Apple, Samsung

Apple and Samsung will continue their battle for enterprise in 2014. Could Microsoft, or even BlackBerry, seize an opportunity amidst the fight?

By Jake O'Donnell • Dec. 20, 2013

How to use smartphone security settings

Smartphone security settings such as passcodes, encryption and network controls can help users secure their mobile phones and protect corporate data.

By Matt Kosht • Dec. 20, 2013