Tips

Tips

• Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010: Configuring the deployment database

  Find out how to use the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit to configure a database to apply apps, operating systems and more to various computers in order to install Windows.  Continue Reading

• What to do when USB flash drives refuse to mount in Windows

  If you're having trouble figuring out why a USB flash drive won't mount in your PC, this expert tip will help by providing advice on how to fix such a problem.  Continue Reading

• Why aren't you using Metasploit to expose Windows vulnerabilities?

  Many enterprise IT shops run vulnerability scans, pronounce systems at risk and leave it at that. Metasploit can help you find Windows flaws and demonstrate the value of security.  Continue Reading

• Why you should take notice of Microsoft's licensing rules

  Microsoft's software licensing is notoriously complicated, but you can learn to tame the process, from procurement to asset management.  Continue Reading

• Who should know about Microsoft licensing? And why should you care?

  Microsoft software licensing is complicated, but our licensing expert breaks it down and gives the basics of what you need to know, including budgeting and volume purchasing.  Continue Reading

• Why Microsoft wants you to make the move to Office 365

  Here are some of Microsoft's motivations to get enterprises onto Office 365. Make sure your own motivations are in alignment.  Continue Reading

• The truth about Microsoft licensing for portable devices

  Microsoft's rules for portable devices are different from those for desktops and include a catch-22 in its licensing policy.  Continue Reading

• zPOD makes Windows 7 portable, but not without compromises

  The Zinstall zPOD enables portability and speed when backing up a desktop and accompanying applications. However, its usefulness doesn't come without drawbacks.  Continue Reading

• The facts about Windows 7 licensing

  Windows 7 licensing can be complicated, partly because the OS has had multiple predecessors and editions. Get control by using helpful tools and avoiding common problems.  Continue Reading

• Using Windows ReadyBoost in enterprise settings

  There are some misconceptions about what ReadyBoost is. Here's a look at what it really is, what it does and what it doesn't do.  Continue Reading

• When alternative OSes are part of the desktop picture

  With the arrival of new endpoints and virtualization options, alternatives to traditional operating systems are becoming more common, complicating management and supporting harried IT workers.  Continue Reading

• Is your enterprise protected from advanced persistent threats?

  Advanced persistent threats are just one example of the modern malware that is becoming an increased threat to enterprise security. But early prevention can hinder the effects.  Continue Reading

• How to build a WIM file in Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010

  WIM files let admins consolidate desktop images onto a single disk to simplify OS deployments, such as Windows 7.  Continue Reading

• Windows 7 SP1 rollout concerns: What you need to know

  Now that Service Pack 1 has been released, many enterprise admins are ready to give Windows 7 a try. See what you need to know before making the move.  Continue Reading

• Enterprise Agreement renewal: Is it worth the cost?

  Hidden price increases can not only make an Enterprise Agreement renewal less attractive, but burden enterprises with unnecessary software as well.  Continue Reading