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Microsoft to roll out 'critical' patches for Windows and IE
Microsoft delivered updates to patch 22 vulnerabilities across several of its core products, including Windows Server 2008, Internet Explorer and the .Net Framework.News | 10 Aug 2011
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Internet Explorer 9 in the enterprise: Ready or not?
Microsoft is aiming IE9 at organizations planning a Windows 7 migration. Find out what your enterprise needs to know about the vendor's latest Web browser.Tip
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Microsoft issues 10 security patches, including three 'critical' ones
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday security bulletins affect all of its operating systems, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Office and more. Three are rated "critical."Article | 09 Jun 2010
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Admins can wear many hats using Netcat
Netcat is a TCP/IP tool that should be in every administrator's toolkit. Learn how to use it for instant messaging, file transfer, security monitoring and more.Tip
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Patching third-party browsers adds more work in Windows shops
Many organizations use Microsoft's free WSUS patch management tool to update Internet Explorer, but browsers like Firefox or Safari pose a patch management challenge.Article | 22 Jul 2009
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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.Tip
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ActiveX
ActiveX is a set of object-oriented programming (OOP) technologies and tools that Microsoft developed for Internet Explorer to facilitate rich media playback. Essentially, Internet Explorer uses ActiveX to load other software applications in the browser.Definition
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tabbed browsing
Tabbed browsing, also called a tabbed document interface (TDI), is a feature recently implemented in Web browsers to effectively contain multiple pages or documents in a single window... (Continued)Definition
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Internet Explorer (IE)
Internet Explorer (IE) -- sometimes referred to as Microsoft Internet Explorer (MSIE) -- is the most widely used World Wide Web browser...(Continued)Definition
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Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK)
Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK) is a product from Microsoft that enables an organization to centrally manage the customizing, deployment, and maintenance of Microsoft's Web browser, Internet Explorer, for users on different computer platforms.Definition
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Microsoft licensing FAQ: Watching Windows 8, BYOD and the cloud
Microsoft licensing rules have always been complex, but IT might not know how they apply to VDI and mobile devices. As Windows 8 and Office 15 approach, see whether you comply.FAQ
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Group Policy settings FAQ: Why they matter
Group Policy settings in Microsoft's Active Directory are useful not only for managing user access and applications, but IT admins can also apply them to desktop and server security.FAQ
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What place do biometric passwords have in enterprise security?
Traditional passwords and smart cards alone may not be enough to protect data anymore, so biometric passwords could be the next big thing in enterprise security.Tip
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Windows Remote Desktop
Windows Remote Desktop is a program that allows the user to connect to a computer in another location and interact with it as if it were local. (Continued)Definition
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Endpoint management FAQ for desktop admins
The proliferation of consumer endpoints and concerns about mobile endpoint security are giving IT headaches. Answering these endpoint management questions could ease your pain.FAQ
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BYOD and mobile cloud apps lead to licensing compliance issues
Employees using their devices for work may violate their employers' Microsoft licensing agreement. But, licensing compliance issues can be avoided.News | 13 Apr 2012
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Desktop backup oversights that can get you into a bind
Enterprise policy and regulatory requirements dictate that desktop backups cover data and apps, but many people still save only locally. Here's how to overcome that risky behavior.Tip
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Why the Windows 8 tablet PC will fail
The Windows 8 tablet PC was supposed to play to Microsoft's enterprise strengths, but if it can't join a domain, what good is it?Column
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One Windows management console to rule them all: Will it ever happen?
A single Windows management console is IT's dream, but it may not be attainable. Figuring out how to handle multiple dashboards is the next best thing, and several tools can help.Tip
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Microsoft Office 15 features, licensing details emerge
Microsoft Office 15 will include radical changes to the way the product is bought and licensed. An Office for iPad app may also be on its way.News | 15 Mar 2012
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Microsoft licensing FAQ: Watching Windows 8, BYOD and the cloud
Microsoft licensing rules have always been complex, but IT might not know how they apply to VDI and mobile devices. As Windows 8 and Office 15 approach, see whether you comply.FAQ
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How Microsoft OneNote 2010 can improve productivity, organization
If organization isn't your strong suit, you can get help from Microsoft OneNote 2010. This powerful tool can save important emails, documents and more in easy-to-find locations.Tip
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Microsoft OneNote 2010: Office's best-kept productivity secret
Microsoft OneNote lives in the shadows of other Office programs, but it can be one of the most useful. OneNote 2010 helps organize data, emails, notes and more all in one place.Tip
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Microsoft Office 15 features, licensing details emerge
Microsoft Office 15 will include radical changes to the way the product is bought and licensed. An Office for iPad app may also be on its way.News | 15 Mar 2012
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Office 2010 upgrade guide
If you're still considering an Office 2010 upgrade, weigh its new features and its migration challenges. A full picture will help you make your Microsoft Office upgrade decision.Guide
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Using Group Policy settings to lock down enterprise desktop security
Enterprise desktop security involves many moving parts, but Group Policy settings can help. Use them to manage IE and Outlook, as well as Windows 7's Control Panel and UAC.Tip
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Top desktop-related news and tips of 2011
In 2011, Microsoft software and both Windows 7 and 8 operating systems were all hot topics on SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com. Here's a list of the year's top desktop content.Tip
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Why 32-bit Microsoft apps persist on 64-bit Windows desktops
While Microsoft’s latest server products are 64-bit, Windows desktop apps come in 32- and 64-bit versions. In some cases -- such as Outlook 2010 -- the old 32-bit version wins.Tip
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Top features worth considering in Microsoft Office 2010
In the final segment of his three-part tip, our expert discusses his favorite features in Microsoft Office 2010 -- including Word, Excel and Outlook.Tip
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Smart mobile device management, revisited
Smartphones and tablets are all over the enterprise -- can you manage them? We've compiled tips, news and more to help you with your enterprise's mobile device management strategy.guide
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