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Constant and read-only PowerShell variables for admins who fear change

Constant and read-only PowerShell variables can prevent accidental changes to a script. Here’s how they differ and how to use them.

By Adam Bertram • July 17, 2015

How to run PowerShell cmdlets on remote servers

The Invoke-Command and New-PSSession PowerShell cmdlets can make it easier for admins to manage a number of remote servers.

By Brien Posey • July 16, 2015

Five cons of container technology

Containers promise rapid scalability, flexibility and ease, but they're not right for every workload.

By Stephen Bigelow • June 18, 2015

Brace your infrastructure for a microservices approach

Before transitioning to microservices, it's crucial to consider the effects on your underlying infrastructure and network -- and to plan ahead.

By George Lawton • June 16, 2015

Advanced threat protection add-on comes to Microsoft EOP

The ATP add-on for Exchange Online Protection gives on-premises Exchange Server and Office 365 customers another layer of security.

By J. Bruzzese • June 3, 2015

A Windows Server 2016 Group Policy walkthrough

Administrators who work with Group Policy will appreciate that the structure hasn't changed in Windows Server 2016, but there are new policies unique to the release worth noting.

By Brien Posey • June 1, 2015

Facebook completes Chef DevOps migration, shares lessons

The mistakes, best practices and tools that Facebook shares from its migration to Chef configuration management apply to your DevOps shop too.

By Meredith Courtemanche • May 15, 2015

How to integrate IT infrastructure monitoring tools

When done successfully, performance monitoring tool integrations enhance administrative insight and productivity across a busy data center.

By Stephen Bigelow • May 5, 2015

What are SR-IOV pros and cons with Hyper-V?

SR-IOV in Windows Server 2012 R2 supports Hyper-V Live Migration, but system requirements hampered adoption for some cases. Should everyone put PCIe SR-IOV to use?

By Stephen Bigelow • May 4, 2015

Learn how to use BitLocker in Windows Server 2012

BitLocker is an encryption feature in all versions of Windows Server 2012 that can protect the data on your PC and hard drive. Learn how to install and use it.

By Tayla Holman • April 30, 2015

What are the limitations and drawbacks of an IPAM server?

Windows Server IPAM can only handle one Active Directory forest. Learn about other limitations.

By Stephen Bigelow • April 29, 2015

Switch authentication modes during a disaster recovery

Converting authentication modes is a rare thing admins need to address, but it must be fixed right away when it happens -- and Microsoft's documentation on it is incorrect.

By Steve Goodman • April 21, 2015

Two ways to manage different server operating systems

Several tools and techniques let data center systems administrators work with multiple server OSes on one host system, and manage it effectively.

By Paul Korzeniowski • April 15, 2015

Microsoft Network Policy and Access Services (Microsoft NPAS)

Microsoft Network Policy and Access Services (Microsoft NPAS) is a server role in Windows 2008 and Windows Server 2012 that allows administrators to provide local and remote network access.

By Tayla Holman • March 31, 2015

This PowerShell module takes control of NTFS permissions

One simple install of the File System Security PowerShell Module can help manage NTFS permissions for user access to folders.

By Brien Posey • March 26, 2015

What’s the effect of network switch buffer in a data center?

What's causing buffer? How much buffer should ideally be available in a network switch? Is there any standard available for buffer?

By Jon Langemak • March 26, 2015

IIS exploits in Windows Server and how you can fix them

There are several flaws in IIS that can jeopardize the security of Windows servers. Here are some of the top threats and how to solve them.

By Kevin Beaver • Feb. 24, 2015

Three apps in which Docker containers really shine

Docker containers offer a variety of benefits. But apply the software to these three application types to get the biggest bang for your buck.

By David Linthicum • Feb. 20, 2015

How virtualization can get you into software licensing trouble

Maintaining proper software licensing in virtual environments can be a challenge. Find a strategy to cope or you could find yourself out of compliance and in hot water.

By Brien Posey • Feb. 16, 2015

What a hybrid setup means for Exchange’s future

Organizations that don't want to move entire workloads to the cloud have another option that's gaining popularity.

By Michael Van Horenbeeck • Feb. 9, 2015

Microsoft System Center Operations Manager Management Pack (Microsoft SCOM Management Pack)

A System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) Management Pack is a pre-fabricated rule set intended to extend and configure SCOM for specific services or applications.

By Stephen Bigelow • Jan. 23, 2015

How do I use SR-IOV for Hyper-V VMs?

Single Root I/O Virtualization, or SR-IOV, can help reduce latency and increase I/O throughput when enabled for Hyper-V VMs.

By Nirmal Sharma • Jan. 22, 2015

Can you verify software compatibility on IT systems?

If you're thinking about deploying an application software package, how do you know if it is compatible with your particular systems and hardware?

By Adam Fowler • Jan. 7, 2015

How do I grant users outside the LAN access to OWA?

Our company has users who reside outside the local area network. What's the best way to grant those users access to Outlook Web App?

By Richard Luckett • Dec. 15, 2014

IBM Tivoli software for enterprise system management

IBM Tivoli enterprise system management products are designed to manage all aspects of a data center, including storage, monitoring and automation.

By Aditya Gune • Dec. 2, 2014