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• Windows 10 keylogger adds fuel to the privacy fire

  Microsoft's data collection practices in Windows 10 have been under scrutiny since the company released the OS. The Windows 10 keylogger doesn't do much to quell privacy fears.  Continue Reading

• Application layering frees up IT management

  App layering can take a lot of the burden of application management off IT admins by allowing them to layer apps on top of the operating system.  Continue Reading

• How to build and use a bootable recovery partition in Windows 10

  Understanding how to set up a bootable recovery partition in Windows 10 allows you to restore a damaged OS or troubleshoot a litany of problems.  Continue Reading

• Four ways to solve Windows 10 boot problems

  If users are experiencing Windows 10 boot problems, IT can turn to the Master Boot Record or Startup Repair to diagnose and resolve the issues.  Continue Reading

• Discover what Windows 10 Shared PC mode is all about

  There are many new features to keep track of with Windows 10. In the latest version, Microsoft introduced shared PC mode to give multiple users desktop access.  Continue Reading

• Unlock the benefits of user environment management

  User environment management tools help IT deliver a consistent user experience across PCs and applications. And they're not just for virtual desktops.  Continue Reading

• How to fix Windows 10 update problems with the DISM command tool

  With a few tricks in the Windows Deployment Image Servicing and Management command utility, admins can solve some of the most common Windows 10 update problems plaguing their users.  Continue Reading

• How to create an ideal Windows 10 security setup

  As with any OS, security in Windows 10 is crucial. IT must emphasize third-party software patching, malware protection and more to create truly resilient Windows 10 devices.  Continue Reading

• Windows Store for Business now open to ease app delivery

  The Windows Store for Business offers IT flexibility with Windows 10 application deployment, licensing and user management.  Continue Reading

• Why you should back up Windows drivers and how to do it

  To make sure all the extra devices users attach to their Windows desktops work right, you must ensure that the device drivers function properly. DISM and DriverBackup can both help.  Continue Reading

• Office 365 vs. Office 2013: What are the key differences?

  Software as a service may be one reason for choosing Office 365 over Office 2013, but licensing and update frequency are other considerations.  Continue Reading

• Five Windows 10 security risks that are easy to overlook

  Sometimes the biggest security problems in Windows 10 are the ones admins forget about, including user-induced issues, poor desktop security standards and more.  Continue Reading

• Three Windows 10 upgrade questions all IT admins should ask

  Before making a move to Windows 10, IT admins need to know how licensing, hardware and management are different. They also must understand the benefits and drawbacks.  Continue Reading

• Windows Hello for Business ditches password-only authentication

  Microsoft merged Windows Hello and Microsoft Passport to create Windows Hello for Business, which allows for two-factor authentication and enables single sign-on.  Continue Reading

• Take a close-up look at Windows 10 permissions settings

  With all the new updates and features, Windows 10 can appear daunting. To simplify the transition, break down and tailor the permissions in Windows 10 to users' specific needs.  Continue Reading