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Office 2010 features make the suite worth a second look
In the final segment of his three-part tip, our expert discusses his favorite features in Microsoft Office 2010 -- including Word, Excel and Outlook.
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Microsoft Office licensing rules for tablet users
As tablets make their way into the enterprise, it might be time to brush up on licensing rules for mobilizing Microsoft Office. We also provide some solutions for reducing costs.
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Solving the top three iPad complaints
The iPad is making its way into the enterprise, so you're bound to encounter difficulties with it. Here are the top three complaints you might come across and ways to resolve them.
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All about wireless intrusion-prevention systems
Trying to figure out if a wireless intrusion-prevention system is right for your enterprise? Find everything you need to know about WIPS here.
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Reasons not to migrate to Office 2010 -- yet
Migrating to Microsoft Office 2010 takes planning, time and money. Our expert explains why some businesses should wait to adopt the latest versions of Word and Excel.
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More reasons to hold off on moving to Office 2010
Continuing his series on Microsoft Office 2010, our expert looks at more reasons why enterprises may want to wait to move to the latest version of it and apps such as Outlook.
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Exploiting Windows vulnerabilities with Metasploit
Rather than wait for a malicious user to infiltrate your system, find out how to use Metasploit to expose the missing patches in time to protect your desktops.
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Understanding the value of Hyper-V in Windows 8
With the release of Windows 8 approaching, a revised version of Microsoft Hyper-V will be included in both desktop and server versions. Find out what this new version has to offer.
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Troubleshooting with Windows 7 Task Manager
Here are some troubleshooting tips for Microsoft Windows 7's improved Task Manager -- from identifying processes and services to using the Resource Monitor.
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Paths and tools for a successful Windows 7 deployment
Enterprises have some decisions to make as they deploy Windows 7. Should they use Microsoft's tools or use third-party options? Here are some steps to follow and example tools.
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Integrating Windows Phone 7 with SharePoint
Accessing anything on a Windows Phone 7 with SharePoint requires Unified Access Gateway. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to create the SharePoint application in UAG.
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Revisit your enterprise password protection policy
Everyone should know by now that passwords are often the weakest link in enterprise security. Here's a password protection checklist for both end users and IT managers.
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Three standout management tools in Windows 7
The potential benefits of the management tools that come with Windows 7 have yet to be realized by many enterprises. Our expert picks three of his favorites.
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Overcoming the limits of Microsoft's Previous Versions
Microsoft's Previous Versions function can retrieve files, but only copies made during a system checkpoint or snapshot. Our expert found a third-party backup tool to span the gap.
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Knowing just enough about Microsoft licensing
Here are some guidelines for what Microsoft licensing information that employees -- from line-of-business managers to systems administrators -- should be familiar with.
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MDT 2010: Configuring the deployment database
Find out how to use the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit to configure a database to apply apps, operating systems and more to various computers in order to install Windows.
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How to repair flash drives that won't mount in Windows
If you're having trouble figuring out why a USB flash drive won't mount in your PC, this expert tip will help by providing advice on how to fix such a problem.
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Metasploit deserves a second look for Windows flaws
Many enterprise IT shops run vulnerability scans, pronounce systems at risk and leave it at that. Metasploit can help you find Windows flaws and demonstrate the value of security.
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Don't ignore Microsoft licensing rules
Microsoft's software licensing is notoriously complicated, but you can learn to tame the process, from procurement to asset management.
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Who should know about Microsoft licensing?
Microsoft software licensing is complicated, but our licensing expert breaks it down and gives the basics of what you need to know, including budgeting and volume purchasing.
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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.