Tips

Tips

• Don't ignore Windows 8 security when reviewing desktop vulnerabilities

  Microsoft Windows 8 security may not be at the top of IT admins' to-do lists, but they should pay attention to the OS's features and flaws.  Continue Reading

• Simplifying Windows 7 troubleshooting tasks with built-in tools

  There are numerous tools for Windows 7 troubleshooting and management, and here are some helpful ones that IT admins may have overlooked.  Continue Reading

• Another look at Windows Sysinternals finds yet more useful tools

  Our expert takes another look at Windows Sysinternals and finds more potentially useful tools for Windows management, troubleshooting and security.  Continue Reading

• Examining alternatives to Windows 8

  As enterprise IT gets ready for Windows 8, some are opting out and looking at alternative operating systems. Let's explore some Windows alternatives.  Continue Reading

• What we know so far about Microsoft Office 2013

  We do have some early knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013. Check out what we know so far in this FAQ.  Continue Reading

• How to manage portable passwords with storage apps and devices

  Tracking multiple passwords is a hassle. Our expert takes a look at encrypted files and a password management app for portable password use.  Continue Reading

• Microsoft USMT: Answering Windows 7 migration questions

  IT shops can get help from Microsoft USMT for Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations. But first, be ready to answer some questions.  Continue Reading

• Windows Intune gives desktop management a cloud-based facelift

  Windows Intune helps offload administrator responsibility by placing desktop management in the cloud and, ultimately, into the hands of end users.  Continue Reading

• Hedging your bets on Microsoft Software Assurance

  Microsoft Software Assurance requires enterprises to roll the dice on upgrades vs. unneeded expense. IT shops can improve their odds, however.  Continue Reading

• How to install Windows 8 on your laptop in just 45 minutes

  The process of installing the Windows 8 Consumer Preview isn't difficult. Follow these steps and get to testing Microsoft's new OS in under an hour.  Continue Reading

• What type of Windows user profile should you use?

  Windows user profiles come in a few flavors: local, roaming and mandatory. Each one offers different availability and performance to IT and users.  Continue Reading

• Full-disk encryption can save IT grief from lost laptops

  Full-disk encryption can help enterprises comply with data security regulations, but it can hurt performance. See if the pros outweigh the cons for this laptop protection measure.  Continue Reading

• Rootkit detection and malware removal FAQ

  This malware FAQ guide provides several tips and tools on rootkit detection, prevention and removal.  Continue Reading

• Using desktop management software for physical vs. virtual desktops

  Desktop management software is necessary for both physical and virtual desktop environments. IT has different endpoint management tasks for each, such as hardware inventory.  Continue Reading

• Patching Windows FAQ: Securing desktops as a Windows admin

  Admins need to stay abreast of security vulnerabilities and ways to patch them. These tips for patching Windows can help IT assess what needs to be patched and various patch tools.  Continue Reading