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October 06, 2017
06
Oct'17
Win10 Usage Approaches Win7 Levels
Various sources that document OS choices for Internet users indicate that Win10 usage approaches Win7 levels.
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March 08, 2017
08
Mar'17
Windows 10 migration plans hit a wall
Microsoft's free Windows 10 upgrade offer boosted adoption last year. But now, without that incentive, businesses are holding onto Windows 7 for as long as they can.
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January 23, 2017
23
Jan'17
Windows 7 Support Ends 1/14/2020
Last week MS Germany reminded customers that Windows 7 support ends 1/14/2020, and gave them security and cost reasons to upgrade from that aging OS.
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August 24, 2016
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Aug'16
Windows OS updates get simpler -- but there's a trade-off
Microsoft's new monthly rollups will make Windows OS updates less hectic. IT won't be able to pick and choose which updates and patches to deploy, however.
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Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)
Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan) is a tool for managing multiple remote desktop sessions. It creates a single location for IT administrators to organize, group and manage connections. Continue Reading
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Windows 7
Windows 7 is the Microsoft Windows operating system (OS) released commercially in October 2009 as the successor to Windows Vista. Continue Reading
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Take a stroll down the Windows 10 upgrade paths
IT can get lost in a Windows 10 upgrade. Save time and money by knowing the do's and don'ts of migrating to the new OS, and avoid common mistakes. Continue Reading
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What are the reasons to stay on Windows 7?
Most organizations should perform a migration to Windows 10. Some applications aren't compatible with the new OS, however. Learn what to do in these rare circumstances. Continue Reading
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Windows 7 migration presents IT with an opportunity to modernize
Moving on from Windows 7 is still a necessity for more than one-third of organizations, and if done correctly, an OS migration can help modernize and secure your organization. Continue Reading
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Can you pass the Windows 10 upgrade test?
A full upgrade to Windows 10 is easier said than done. Use this quiz to determine how ready you are to lead the migration charge. Continue Reading
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Get to know the Windows upgrade paths for different OSes
When organizations upgrade to Windows 10, they must understand the Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8 upgrade paths, potential pitfalls and best practices. Continue Reading
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Prepare for Windows 7 end of life before time runs out
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. Continue Reading
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MS Win7 Cert Exams Expire July 31
When S Win7 Cert Exams expire July 31 they signal that today's reigning Windows version is nearing the end of its lifecycle. With 900-plus million devices still running Win7, lots of change is at hand. Continue Reading
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How can IT convince users of the benefits of Windows 10?
Users may not see the Windows 10 improvements as an upgrade from their current OS. As a result, IT must highlight relevant new features to gain user support. Continue Reading
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How to transition to Windows 10 without the headaches
IT pros should take a step back and decide if an upgrade to Windows 10 is right for their organizations, or they may encounter problems during the process. Continue Reading
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Top six Windows 10 migration problems and how to avoid them
Users and IT professionals sometimes have issues after a Windows 10 migration. Careful planning can mitigate these issues before IT undertakes a full-scale migration. Continue Reading