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• Top 10 Windows tips of 2012

  Check out the most-read Windows tips of 2012. Microsoft Windows 8, Windows Store apps and Office 2013 dominated your interests this year. Continue Reading

• Microsoft USMT (User State Migration Tool)

  The Microsoft User State Migration Tool (USMT) is a command-line utility used to transfer user files and settings between computers. Continue Reading

• Best practices for Windows XP to Windows 7 migration stragglers

  IT shops belatedly moving from Windows XP to Windows 7 should have a Windows migration plan that deals with apps, data and potential problems. Continue Reading

• Microsoft USMT: Answering Windows 7 migration questions

  IT shops can get help from Microsoft USMT for Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations. But first, be ready to answer some questions. Continue Reading

• It's not too late for a Windows 7 migration plan

  Even with Windows 8 looming on the horizon, stragglers can take advantage of others' experiences for their Windows 7 migration plans. Continue Reading

• Is Windows 7 your last Windows desktop migration?

  Microsoft will support Windows 7 until 2020. As mobile devices get more popular, you may not need to do another large-scale Windows desktop migration until then -- or ever again.Continue Reading

• Third-party Windows desktop management tools to consider

  IT admins who are eyeing Windows desktop management software beyond Microsoft’s products have many options. Our expert looks at three of the best tools.Continue Reading

• Despite BYOD and cloud, it's business as usual for Windows migrations

  Despite the rise and popularity of consumerization and other technology trends, enterprises might stick with a traditional Windows migration strategy.Continue Reading

• Top 5 enterprise desktop management tips of the year (so far)

  Desktop backups, patch software and mobile devices ... oh my! These are just some of the top enterprise desktop management topics we've covered in 2012, which is only half over.Continue Reading

• 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.Continue Reading

• 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.Continue Reading

• Using Windows 7 Task Manager features for Windows memory management

  To fix your Windows memory management problems, you must first diagnose how memory is allocated. Certain Windows 7 Task Manager features can cure what ails your desktops.Continue Reading

• The year's top 10 security news and tips

  With increasing security threats, IT pros are always looking for ways to increase desktop protection. Find out which 10 security stories of 2011 were most popular among readers.Continue Reading

• 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.Continue Reading

• Need more memory? Getting started with Windows memory management

  Do you need more memory? Our expert explains how to manage Windows memory, both physical and virtual, and how to diagnose memory-related performance issues.Continue Reading