Windows 10 upgrades
All the information in the world on Windows 10 is useless if IT doesn't know how to upgrade to the OS. Whether an organization is upgrading from a previous version of Windows or looking to do a clean install, making sure everything works when IT releases Windows 10 into the wild is critical to the success of the migration.
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Windows 10 upgrades News
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July 07, 2020
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Jul'20
Microsoft launches Windows File Recovery tool
Despite the prevalence of cloud storage and data backups, important files are still lost. Microsoft's Windows File Recovery tool aims to address the problem.
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July 16, 2019
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Jul'19
Despite Windows 10 issues, customers remain confident in OS
The issues surrounding the latest Windows 10 OS update have affected some users to the point of annoyance, while others remain unaffected and unfazed by the continued issues.
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April 19, 2019
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Apr'19
Latest Windows 10 update issues cause more freezing problems
This news brief details the additional issues around the April 9 Windows 10 update as well as provides a look at Microsoft's Edge browser, built using Google's open sourced web browser Chromium.
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April 14, 2019
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Apr'19
MCT1903 Misnomer Not Available
Though some enterprising Windows-head found a file named MediaCreationTool1903.exe, it's a MCT1903 Misnomer not available to the public just yet, as a bit of DISM inspection shows. It will be ready ...
Windows 10 upgrades Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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10 Microsoft Ignite 2019 sessions for Windows admins
Windows OS admins attending Microsoft Ignite 2019 will have a variety of relevant sessions from which to choose. Consider these 10 sessions to get new management techniques and tips. Continue Reading
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4 steps to check application compatibility with Windows 10
Before a Windows 10 migration, IT admins should make sure all applications are compatible with the new OS. Here are four steps to get started with the process. Continue Reading
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8 VMworld 2018 sessions for EUC admins to attend
Put your plan in place now by exploring eight of the top sessions on Windows management, VDI and more at VMworld 2018 in Las Vegas. Continue Reading
Evaluate Windows 10 upgrades Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Windows 10 1909 Is Here
Ready or not, Windows 10 1909 is here. It's a suprisingly fast and easy upgrade, more like a Cumulative Update (CU) than previous Feature Upgrades. Power users and admins alike should jump on this ... Continue Reading
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What Windows 10 migration tools are available to IT?
A Windows 10 migration is a long, tedious journey, but there are tools to help. Discover three unified endpoint management tools that can streamline the process. 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
Manage Windows 10 upgrades
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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3 Windows migration questions IT must answer
Microsoft has stopped mainstream support for Windows 7, so organizations must have a plan to migrate to Windows 10 or extend Windows 7 support. Find out how to shape a Windows migration plan here. Continue Reading
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3 ways to prepare for the Windows 7 deadline
Organizations holding onto Windows 7 for dear life should reconsider because Microsoft stops supporting the OS in January. Here's how to make the transition to Windows 10 smoother. Continue Reading
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1909 Gets Generic Keys
1909 gets generic keys for all versions: these are helpful during installation because they allow it to proceed to completion without requiring activation (or a valid Windows 10 key). Continue Reading
Problem Solve Windows 10 upgrades Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Multiple ISO Mount Strategies Prove Helpful
When an ISO on my brand-new, high-speed USB-C NVMe SSD-based external drive refuses to mount, I understand that multiple ISO mount strategies prove helpful -- downright essential, in fact. Continue Reading
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Insider Preview 19002 Poses Peculiar Problems
The latest Insider Preview 19002 poses peculiar problems when it causes both of my test machines to hang at the first reboot. Removing the SDXC card fixes the newer PC, but I have to resort to ... Continue Reading
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Insider Preview 20H1 Upgrade Follies
With the release of Build 18950 on July 31, I work through some Insider Preview 20H1 upgrade follies. The TLDR version is: watch out for cycling, and WiFi hijinks. Continue Reading