Features

Features

• Windows 10 data collection is all in the game

  Windows 10 collects a lot of user data but Microsoft says it is all in an effort to deliver the best user experience.  Continue Reading

• A Windows security update, Windows Hello and more have bloggers talking

  Explore what Windows bloggers are writing about across the Internet. Topics range from upgrading on a budget to recovering Windows passwords to the security upgrades of Windows Hello.  Continue Reading

• What to expect from the Microsoft Windows 10 Start menu

  The Windows 10 Start menu puts the horrors of Windows 8 in the past. It offers better configuration and more customization, and it simplifies Control Panel versus Settings window confusion.  Continue Reading

• Five simple tricks to solve Wi-Fi problems, Windows issues and more

  Desktop admins encounter a lot of complex problems. It's important to solve the basic ones -- such as a faulty Wi-Fi connection -- to keep the cogs in the machine running smoothly.  Continue Reading

• Surface Book is the best 2-in-1 PC money can buy

  Microsoft's Surface Book is a high-end 2-in-1 PC, with a price tag to match. Enterprise buyers can find suitable devices for significantly less money.  Continue Reading

• Demystify the Windows 10 update process

  It would be simple if there was one update ring to rule them all in Windows 10. Instead there are two rings and four update branches to sort through.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft Windows 10 news dominates 2015

  The top news stories for enterprise desktop admins in 2015 revolved around Windows 10, including new features such as HoloLens.  Continue Reading

• Top 10 enterprise desktop management tips of 2015

  Windows 10, Mac integration and OS security were topics of interest for enterprise desktop admins in 2015.  Continue Reading

• Compare five of the most enterprise-friendly 2-in-1 devices

  Explore some of the most enterprise-friendly 2-in-1s, including Lenovo's ThinkPad Yoga 15, to see if any are ready to replace desktops.  Continue Reading

• Bloggers sound off on Windows 10 problems

  Windows 10 has the same migration issues as any OS, but adds privacy problems and might not deliver the type of value IT shops are looking for.  Continue Reading

• Why choose Linux or Windows when you can have both?

  Linux might not be able to replace Windows outright, but it can bring a lot to the table for your users if you pair the two OSes.  Continue Reading

• A look at the Windows 10 user experience

  Now that Windows 10 is out it's time to evaluate how the OS will work for users, including how they can upgrade and what Cortana brings to the table.  Continue Reading

• Comprehensive look at Windows 10 security features

  Microsoft has made an effort to bolster security in Windows 10 with features such as Device Guard and multifactor authentication.  Continue Reading

• Master Mac management in the enterprise

  Windows is the dominant desktop OS, but it's not the only game in town. Admins must know how to manage Apple's Mac OS and should be familiar with common problems that can arise.  Continue Reading

• Roll call! Take full stock of your desktop inventory

  IT cannot manage what it doesn’t know is there. As a result, desktop inventory management and other tools are essential to keep track of and control desktops.  Continue Reading