Tutorials

Tutorials

Windows legacy operating systems

• Windows XP management tutorial

  In this Windows XP management tutorial, get helpful tips on improving XP security, performance and general management best practices.  Continue Reading

• Step 3: Edit the local policy

  In Vista, the BitLocker function allows you to encrypt your hard drive, but a computer with Trusted Platform Module is preferred. Not to worry … learn how to use BitLocker on a computer without TPM and encrypt your hard drive with this ...  Continue Reading

• How to execute Windows Vista deployment plans

  What's the best way to deploy Windows Vista in your desktop environment? Should you perform a manual deployment or an automated deployment? Find out in this tip.  Continue Reading

• Windows XP Troubleshooting Tutorial

  Need help troubleshooting Windows XP? This tutorial features tons of tips and tricks that admins can use to solve a variety of system and network problems, with advice on troubleshooting Windows XP system startup issues, printer problems and more.  Continue Reading

• Five Windows desktop tasks you should automate

  Automating desktop tasks is one way for Windows administrators to make better use of their time. This guide suggests five desktop tasks that should be automated.  Continue Reading

• How to use BitLocker without TPM in Vista

  the BitLocker function allows you to encrypt your hard drive, but a computer with Trusted Platform Module is preferred. Not to worry...learn how to use BitLocker on a computer without TPM and encrypt your hard drive with this step-by-step guide.  Continue Reading

• Step-by-step guide: Google hacking to test your security

  Make sure your Web site is not vulnerable to Google hacking. Let contributor and Microsoft MVP Brien Posey guide you through a Google hack of your Web site.  Continue Reading

• Step 7: Install service packs to prevent spyware infections

  Find out why installing service packs on your Windows systems should be mandatory by now.  Continue Reading

• Step 6: Use these advanced techniques to clean up spyware

  Users who have some familiarity with the inner workings of their systems can take the next step and do more meticulous cleanup. Here are some of the best things to look for.  Continue Reading

• Step 4: Understand what damage spyware can cause

  Many spyware programs are more than just a hassle -- they're invasive and destructive.  Continue Reading

• Patching resource kit

  From vulnerability scanning to patching flubs, here's a collection of other helpful resources to ensure your patching efforts are effective.  Continue Reading

• Step 2: Review patches every day

  Your Windows patching efforts shouldn't be reserved for the second Tuesday of the month. Brien Posey explains why it must be a daily process.  Continue Reading