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.

July 07, 2020 07 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.
July 16, 2019 16 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.
April 19, 2019 19 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.
April 14, 2019 14 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 ...

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Remote print management and security for the hybrid workforce

Remote printing via VPN or cloud takes on critical importance as companies reshape a hybrid workforce to accommodate employees returning to the office and those who WFH. Continue Reading
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
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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VPN and cloud-based printing options change with the times

Print workflow and IT infrastructure are key considerations when choosing between a VPN and cloud printing setup that can accommodate the needs of a hybrid workforce. Continue Reading
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
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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Will Windows 10 be the last Windows OS?

It's difficult to say whether Windows 10 will be the final version of the Windows OS, but a look at Microsoft's history and approach to OSes may shed some light on the situation. Continue Reading
What to do when a Windows Insider Program build isn't working

Organizations that test Windows Insider Program builds must be prepared for bugs in the platform, and systems admins need to know what to do when they encounter them. Continue Reading
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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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
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
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