Windows applications
Windows applications, including Microsoft Office and Exchange, are the lifeblood of many organizations. If there are problems with Windows apps or users can't access them, productivity can grind to a halt. As a result IT professionals must know how these apps work, what they can do to prevent problems and how to make the user experience top notch.
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Windows applications News
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October 25, 2018
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Oct'18
Windows Server 2019 RDSH drops Office 365 ProPlus support
Microsoft hopes to accelerate customer cloud desktop adoption when it makes the Office 365 ProPlus suite a cloud-only product for Windows Server 2019 RDSH users.
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September 28, 2018
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Sep'18
Microsoft doubles down on Office 365 AI capabilities
Microsoft confirmed its strategic commitment to Office 365, delivering an improved version that includes new AI and machine learning features.
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September 26, 2018
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Sep'18
IT pros see security win with Microsoft Managed Desktop
Microsoft's Managed Desktop service extends physical device management into the cloud era, with managed security updates and a monthly subscription fee.
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September 25, 2018
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Sep'18
IT's essential toolbox for troubleshooting and managing users
End-user computing administrators spend a lot of time considering which products and services to deliver to end users that will make the employees' jobs easier. But what about the IT pros themselves? They need a variety of tools for managing users ...
Windows applications Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Can you put together an efficient help desk system?
Help desk software should not be an organization's only plan for incident management. An effective help desk should include agreed-upon timelines, a knowledge base and more. Continue Reading
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Create an email phishing test to minimize attack vectors
With email phishing testing, IT can improve its end-user security. Phishing attacks prey on user ignorance, so IT can use a test to teach users how to avoid this attack vector. Continue Reading
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Windows Defender Application Guard
Windows Defender Application Guard is a security tool built into Microsoft Edge that isolates browser sessions from the desktop in a virtual machine (VM) to prevent any malicious activity from reaching the desktop. Continue Reading
Evaluate Windows applications Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Use IT help desk tools to track, resolve and prevent IT incidents
The software that manages the IT help desk must allow admins to track, monitor and resolve incidents to optimize the benefits those platforms provide. Continue Reading
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Top Microsoft Office alternatives for enterprise use
Microsoft's productivity suite sees the most enterprise use, but organizations can switch to certain Microsoft Office alternatives for lower licensing costs and more. Continue Reading
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Buy the right help desk tools to track and resolve incidents
Help desk management tools help admins manage, track and resolve problems. Learn about the leading products and the reporting, communication and support features they offer. Continue Reading
Manage Windows applications
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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4 non-Windows applications VDI shops must account for
VDI shops must manage more than just traditional Windows apps in today's enterprise. They must also address Apple-specific apps, as well as mobile-first apps and more. Continue Reading
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Establish help desk best practices to improve the system
To run a successful help desk, IT must prioritize help desk tickets and establish expectations for admins and users, as well as reduce the number of time-wasting tickets. Continue Reading
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How to create an effective PC lifecycle policy
For IT to master enterprise PC management, it must weigh the productivity needs of its organization and employees against the costs of purchasing new PCs. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Windows applications 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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How to manage cookie privacy in the enterprise
Cookies can make life easier for users by preventing them from having to re-enter passwords and preferences on websites, but they also carry some legitimate privacy concerns. Continue Reading
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Get to know the device-as-a-service trend
Everything is a service these days. You can even get Yankee candles delivered from Amazon on a subscription basis. For EUC admins, device as a service is probably a bigger deal. Continue Reading
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Create an effective email phishing test in 7 steps
The best way for IT to improve email phishing security is through comprehensive testing, which helps identify which users are susceptible and what type of fake email is most effective. Continue Reading