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What app developers need to know about Windows 8
For successful Windows 8 app development, IT should consider things such as the processor type, hardware and contact sharing when preparing apps.
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What are the risks after the Windows XP end of support?
As the Windows XP end of support nears, see what IT admins should do to prepare for the end of life of Microsoft's venerable OS.
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Vulnerabilities you can't ignore for Windows 8 security
Microsoft Windows 8 security may not be at the top of IT admins' to-do lists, but they should pay attention to the OS's features and flaws.
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Windows 7 troubleshooting tools you may not know about
There are numerous tools for Windows 7 troubleshooting and management, and here are some helpful ones that IT admins may have overlooked.
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Revisiting Windows Sysinternals and more useful tools
Our expert takes another look at Windows Sysinternals and finds more potentially useful tools for Windows management, troubleshooting and security.
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Examining Windows alternatives
As enterprise IT gets ready for Windows 8, some are opting out and looking at alternative operating systems. Let's explore some Windows alternatives.
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Early facts about Microsoft Office 2013
We do have some early knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013. Check out what we know so far in this FAQ.
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Portable passwords using storage apps and devices
Tracking multiple passwords is a hassle. Our expert takes a look at encrypted files and a password management app for portable password use.
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Microsoft USMT: How to handle Windows 7 migrations
IT shops can get help from Microsoft USMT for Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations. But first, be ready to answer some questions.
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Managing remote desktops in the cloud
Windows Intune helps offload administrator responsibility by placing desktop management in the cloud and, ultimately, into the hands of end users.
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Hedge your bets on Microsoft Software Assurance
Microsoft Software Assurance requires enterprises to roll the dice on upgrades vs. unneeded expense. IT shops can improve their odds, however.
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Installing Windows 8 on laptops in just 45 minutes
The process of installing the Windows 8 Consumer Preview isn't difficult. Follow these steps and get to testing Microsoft's new OS in under an hour.
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What type of Windows user profile should you use?
Windows user profiles come in a few flavors: local, roaming and mandatory. Each one offers different availability and performance to IT and users.
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Full-disk encryption keeps data on stolen laptops safe
Full-disk encryption can help enterprises comply with data security regulations, but it can hurt performance. See if the pros outweigh the cons for this laptop protection measure.
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FAQ: Rootkit detection and malware removal
This malware FAQ guide provides several tips and tools on rootkit detection, prevention and removal.
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Managing physical desktops vs. virtual desktops
Desktop management software is necessary for both physical and virtual desktop environments. IT has different endpoint management tasks for each, such as hardware inventory.
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FAQ: Patching Windows and evaluating patch tools
Admins need to stay abreast of security vulnerabilities and ways to patch them. These tips for patching Windows can help IT assess what needs to be patched and various patch tools.
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DLP tools keep malicious insiders out of enterprise
Mobile devices make it easier than ever for malicious insiders to take sensitive data from the enterprise. Data loss prevention software can help with endpoint security management.
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Windows Runtime and Metro: Sysadmin lifesaver?
If you're thinking about migrating to Windows 8, it's best to know the programming foundation Windows RT and how it can put an administrator's mind at ease.
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A first look at Microsoft Office 15 features
Microsoft is set to release Windows 8 later this year, as well as the Microsoft Office 15 beta. But how will users cope with learning new Office 15 features?
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A first look at the Office 2013 Resource Kit
Microsoft's free Office 2013 Resource Kit provides documentation for Office 2013 deployment, as well as for management after an Office deployment.
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Office 2013 tools include Active Directory activation
Among the new Office 2013 tools for IT admins are a method for volume activation, administrative template files and files for custom installations.
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Office 2013 features ease deployment and monitoring
New features in Microsoft Office 2013 make desktop management more efficient. See what Office Web Apps Server, Office Telemetry and more can do.
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Windows 8 tools include capabilities beyond Windows 7
New and updated Windows 8 tools can help admins and users. Windows 8 utilities include functions for backing up and restoring systems.