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How to sync data across devices
Users who work with multiple devices will want their data to transfer across endpoints. IT can ease the syncing process by working with the right tools.
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Can you pause Windows 10 updates?
A poorly timed Windows 10 update can cause a major headache for an end user. Fortunately, users can pause updates or IT can take steps to halt updates using Group Policy.
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Top VMworld 2018 desktop management sessions
Put your plan in place now by exploring eight of the top sessions on Windows management, VDI and more at VMworld 2018 in Las Vegas.
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How IT can manage Windows 10 updates and upgrades
Managing updates and upgrades in Windows 10 is tough. Fortunately, Microsoft includes seven features in the OS, including SetupDiag, that IT pros can use to simplify both processes.
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Windows 7 EOL means it's time to consider next steps
The end-of-extended-support date for Windows 7 is a short 18 months from now: Jan. 14, 2020. Make sure you're ready and have considered Windows 10 as well as other options.
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Hurry-up 11th hour Win8.1 Upgrade
With free upgrade offer set to expire in 9 days, I perform and report on an 11th hour Win8.1 upgrade to Win10. Overall the results are quite positive.
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How to effectively manage help desk tickets
To run a successful help desk, IT must prioritize help desk tickets and establish expectations for admins and users, as well as reduce the number of time-wasting tickets.
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A closer look at Dell's XPS 15 2-in-1
Despite Dell's best efforts, including combining CPU and GPU in a single processor to make the device smaller, the XPS 15 2-in-1 still falls short as a tablet.
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New Microsoft service fuzz tests with AI
Microsoft Security Risk Detection automatically tests application code for errors and vulnerabilities so developers can fix issues within an app before releasing it to users.
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Bromium: User education won't stop endpoint threats
Windows 10 micro-virtualization aims to protect against emerging threats. Microsoft's partner in this initiative, Bromium, says Windows remains IT's biggest security challenge.
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Win10 Version 1809 Makes Official Debut
A quick screen capture of winver.exe from Build 17741 shows that Win10 Version 1809 makes official debut as the upcoming next version name.
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How to sync data across devices
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NoMo Snipping Tool Try Screen Sketch Instead
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How to effectively manage help desk tickets
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How to troubleshoot problems with Windows Update
Microsoft offers some built-in troubleshooting methods to resolve Windows Update problems. There are also some third-party options IT should be aware of.
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About Logitech Driver Interface Drivers
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Can you pause Windows 10 updates?
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Fast Ring Win10 Builds 17728 and 17730 May Require Clean Install
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Win10 Registry Includes AllowExperimentation Key
If it comes as a surprise that Win10 Registry includes AllowExperimentation key that's enabled by default, take cheer from an easy fix to disable it explicitly.
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Add Recovery Partition to Win10 Boot Menu
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Manual Download Works When WU Finds Nothing
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How IT can manage Windows 10 updates and upgrades
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E-Zine | July 2018
How to approach end-user security training
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E-Handbook | July 2018
Get to know your Windows 10 security options
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E-Zine | May 2018
Get smart with IAM tools for your EUC strategy
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E-Handbook | April 2018
Effective end-user management helps fuel productivity
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E-Zine | March 2018
How AI and machine learning affect end-user computing
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Enterprise Desktop Basics
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Top VMworld 2018 desktop management sessions
Put your plan in place now by exploring eight of the top sessions on Windows management, VDI and more at VMworld 2018 in Las Vegas.
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PC as a service (PCaaS)
PC as a service (PCaaS) is a device lifecycle management model in which an organization pays a monthly subscription fee to lease endpoint hardware and management services from a vendor.
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application performance monitoring (APM)
Application performance monitoring (APM) is software designed to help IT administrators ensure that the applications users work with meet performance standards and provide a quality user experience.
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- Best Practices for a Modern Approach to PC Management –White Paper
- 7 Common Barriers to Legacy App Compatability in Windows® 10 –White Paper
- Choosing the Right Devices for All Workers –White Paper
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Win10 Version 1809 Makes Official Debut
A quick screen capture of winver.exe from Build 17741 shows that Win10 Version 1809 makes official debut as the upcoming next version name.Continue Reading
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Win10 Registry Includes AllowExperimentation Key
If it comes as a surprise that Win10 Registry includes AllowExperimentation key that's enabled by default, take cheer from an easy fix to disable it explicitly.Continue Reading
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Enterprise application management
Why you need end-user security training
There are lots of different ways to keep users up to date on the latest security risks and how they should be handling their corporate resources.
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Enterprise application management
End-user security awareness training is a must-have
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Windows 10 security and management
How the enterprise is moving beyond passwords
At Identiverse 2018, speakers and attendees expect a rise in two-factor authentication, as the single sign-on user password authentication falls out of favor.
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- PC as a service (PCaaS)
- application performance monitoring (APM)
- configuration service provider (CSP)
- Windows 10 Update Assistant
- Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit
- Microsoft Windows System Image Manager (SIM)
- Windows as a service
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