Desktop operating systems

Windows may be the most common desktop operating system in the enterprise, but it's not alone. Linux and macOS are two other OSes IT pros could run into. As a result it's important to understand the inner workings of each OS to ensure that whatever a user is working with functions at its peak and keeps corporate data secure.

June 08, 2021 08 Jun'21
Apple lets Windows, Android users join Facetime calls

Apple's upcoming improvements to FaceTime would open it up to non-Apple users for the first time and allow for collaborative screen sharing. The feature debuts this fall.
May 14, 2021 14 May'21
Apple-focused Jamf to buy Wandera for endpoint security

The $400 million acquisition would bring cloud-based zero trust security to Jamf's Apple-focused endpoint management platform. It's Jamf's largest acquisition to date.
May 12, 2021 12 May'21
Dell releases 7 PCs for CAD, graphic designers

Dell has designed the Precision series desktops for power-hungry tasks like CAD and data science. But they come when desktop sales are on the decline.
April 21, 2021 21 Apr'21
Apple takes its M1 chip to the iMac, iPad Pro

The proprietary Apple silicon allows for an iPad Pro and an ultra-thin iMac with faster processing and graphics than previous models. The new products will ship next month.

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DOS (disk operating system)

A DOS, or disk operating system, is an operating system that runs from a disk drive. The term can also refer to a particular family of disk operating systems, most commonly MS-DOS, an acronym for Microsoft DOS. Continue Reading
preboot execution environment (PXE)

Preboot execution environment (PXE), pronounced pixie, is a set of standards that enables a computer to load an operating system (OS) over a network connection. Continue Reading
Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)

Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan) is a tool that enables information technology (IT) administrators to organize, group and control remote desktop connections. Continue Reading

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How does Microsoft 365 extend Windows 7 support?

Microsoft is ending its official support for Windows 7. However, Microsoft 365 customers have the option to extend support via continued Windows security updates. Continue Reading
Comparing Jamf vs. Fleetsmith for macOS management

Like any decision around purchasing a business technology, the Jamf vs. Fleetsmith debate for Apple device management comes down to certainty, compatibility and feature sets. Continue Reading
Evaluate if Chromebooks are secure enough for business use

Chromebooks are cost-effective endpoints that strip away desktop features for a simple desktop experience. Admins should evaluate if these endpoints are secure enough. Continue Reading

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3 crucial Linux patch management best practices for IT

While patching desktops has some universal components across all systems, there are certain specific Linux patch management best practices that Linux admins need to be aware of. Continue Reading
Top 5 enterprise Linux distributions to consider adopting

While Linux distributions all serve a similar purpose in the enterprise, organizations should still familiarize themselves with the different distributions to find the best fit. Continue Reading
What is a roaming profile and how does it work?

Although several newer tools are available, Microsoft roaming profiles is a simple and time-tested way to manage a user's profile across physical and virtual desktop environments. Continue Reading

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CompTIA troubleshooting steps and solving common computer problems

This excerpt from 'ITF+ CompTIA IT Fundamentals All-in-One Exam Guide, Second Edition,' published by McGraw-Hill Education, provides a practical framework to follow when troubleshooting is necessary. Continue Reading
How to configure proxy settings using Group Policy

IT pros can use this labor-saving tip to manage proxy settings calls for properly configured Group Policy settings. Here are the steps to take. Continue Reading
10 RDP security best practices to prevent cyberattacks

Securing remote connections is critical, especially in a pandemic. Enact these RDP security best practices at your organization to prevent ransomware, brute-force attacks and more. Continue Reading