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• IT works to keep up with Microsoft's Windows 8 licensing shifts

  Windows 8 licensing poses new challenges for IT admins, who need to know how it will affect costs, desktop virtualization and remote access. Continue Reading

• Using Modern.ie to test Web browser compatibility with applications

  Although Microsoft's Modern.ie can be helpful with testing Windows app compatibility with Internet Explorer, there are some things to keep in mind. Continue Reading

• Six endpoint management lessons from POS security breaches

  The ongoing plague of POS security breaches is a reminder to desktop admins that endpoint security policies should always be a work in progress. Continue Reading

• The Rufus USB tool may ease building bootable Windows flash drives

  Find out about a quick, free alternative to the Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool -- the open source Reliable USB Formatting Utility. Continue Reading

• Universal apps may be the Trojan horse for Windows 8 adoption

  Microsoft's universal apps have developers and some IT admins interested in delivering Windows Phone 8.1 into the enterprise. Continue Reading

• How to create a Windows 8 live tile in the Windows 8 Start screen

  You can use an app to create a Windows 8 live tile in the Windows 8 start screen, but common development environments and languages are also useful.Continue Reading

• Will tablets with the Windows 8.1 update come to an office near you?

  Is there room for Windows 8.1 tablets to be deployed in the enterprise when iOS and Android devices dominate the market?Continue Reading

• Are universal apps, Windows 8.1 updates enough to entice IT shops?

  Microsoft unveiled a Windows 8.1 update and vowed to help developers create universal apps that run across Windows devices ranging from phones to Xbox One.Continue Reading

• Windows 8 open source media player provides alternative for users

  Although the open source Songbird music player was discontinued, there are Windows 8 open source alternatives, such as Nightingale.Continue Reading

• Why was the Windows XP lifespan so long?

  There are many reasons why the Windows XP lifespan lasted longer than those of most operating systems. Our columnist looks at three major reasons.Continue Reading

• Windows 8.1 user interface improves on previous Windows 8 features

  Several small but significant changes in the Windows 8.1 user interface may placate those who were annoyed by Windows 8's limitations.Continue Reading

• Microsoft tightens Windows 8 encryption with Windows 8.1 features

  Windows 8 encryption is more secure, thanks to Windows 8.1, but admins first must know whether drives are affected and which hardware is required.Continue Reading

• Ten hidden Windows command prompt tricks

  Every desktop admin should have these command prompt tricks up their sleeves to save time and make Windows management easier.Continue Reading

• Watch Windows application compatibility when moving from Windows XP

  Our expert provides Windows application compatibility questions that you should answer when readying for a migration from Windows XP.Continue Reading

• Windows XP migration tools help IT ward off upgrade hassles

  The OS still has some hardcore supporters, but Windows XP migration tools can help pave the way for users to access legacy Web-based data and apps.Continue Reading