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• Windows Runtime and Metro style can make a sysadmin's life easier

  If you're thinking about migrating to Windows 8, it's best to know the programming foundation Windows RT and how it can put an administrator's mind at ease.  Continue Reading

• A first look at Microsoft Office 15 features

  Microsoft is set to release Windows 8 later this year, as well as the Microsoft Office 15 beta. But how will users cope with learning new Office 15 features?  Continue Reading

• Deploying Windows 7: Four hardware-based lessons we've learned

  When you deploy Windows 8, remember what you learned from your Windows 7 implementation. Windows 7 taught us to use SSDs and that a hardware upgrade isn't always necessary.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft licensing FAQ: Watching Windows 8, BYOD and the cloud

  Microsoft licensing rules have always been complex, but IT might not know how they apply to VDI and mobile devices. As Windows 8 and Office 15 approach, see whether you comply.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft Security Compliance Manager enhances desktop security

  Security baselines in the free Microsoft Security Compliance Manager tool can enhance desktop security by standardizing configurations, as well as help with the IT audit process.  Continue Reading

• Group Policy settings FAQ: Why they matter

  Group Policy settings in Microsoft's Active Directory are useful not only for managing user access and applications, but IT admins can also apply them to desktop and server security.  Continue Reading

• What place do biometric passwords have in enterprise security?

  Traditional passwords and smart cards alone may not be enough to protect data anymore, so biometric passwords could be the next big thing in enterprise security.  Continue Reading

• Tuning and tweaking device drivers on the Windows 8 Consumer Preview

  The Windows 8 Consumer Preview recognizes most hardware, but you should keep up on OS and chipset developments and review Windows device drivers. Here's where to start.  Continue Reading

• Delivering Windows device drivers made easy with deployment images

  Windows device drivers are needed to get a variety of hardware to work together. The deployment image for updating operating systems and apps can facilitate desktop maintenance.  Continue Reading

• Mac OS X Lion security flaws no longer a reason to delay adoption

  Mac OS X Lion security vulnerabilities have delayed adoption since Apple released the operating system. After some much-needed updates, is the OS finally enterprise-ready?  Continue Reading

• How Microsoft OneNote 2010 can improve productivity, organization

  If organization isn't your strong suit, you can get help from Microsoft OneNote 2010. This powerful tool can save important emails, documents and more in easy-to-find locations.  Continue Reading

• Endpoint management FAQ for desktop admins

  The proliferation of consumer endpoints and concerns about mobile endpoint security are giving IT headaches. Answering these endpoint management questions could ease your pain.  Continue Reading

• Desktop backup oversights that can get you into a bind

  Enterprise policy and regulatory requirements dictate that desktop backups cover data and apps, but many people still save only locally. Here's how to overcome that risky behavior.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft OneNote 2010: Office's best-kept productivity secret

  Microsoft OneNote lives in the shadows of other Office programs, but it can be one of the most useful. OneNote 2010 helps organize data, emails, notes and more all in one place.  Continue Reading

• Desktop patch management software features: A checklist

  Desktop patch management is a critical function, but the amount of patch management software can be overwhelming. Focus on the most important patch management software features.  Continue Reading