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Tools & Templates
Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Book chapters
Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency
Oct 2009
This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Downloads
Desktop Migration Checklist
Oct 2008
When you roll out new desktop and laptop PCs inevitably users and clients require that their data be migrated from their old systems to the new workstations. Information that must be transferred...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
IT Pro's Survival Guide to Windows 7
Apr 2011
With each new Windows release, IT professionals face many difficult questions and challenges. Should my organization upgrade? What are the key features for IT and end users? And, how do I...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Create a local Fedora mirror system and get blazing-fast updates
Dec 2010
Vincent Danen shows you how to set up a local mirror for Fedora systems that will get you faster updates and conserve bandwidth.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
IBM LotusLive iNotes - Download Free Trial of Web-based Email Service
Jun 2010
LotusLive iNotes e-mail is a business-class messaging solution designed for everyone in your organization. Remote employees, retail workers and anyone who doesn't work behind a desk will...
Provided by IBM
-
Downloads
10 reasons to migrate to Exchange 2010
Jul 2010
Organisations have shown a reluctance to upgrade to Exchange 2010 -- but they could be missing out on some cost-saving improvements.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by keith smith
-
Downloads
An advanced file server backed by top cloud storage providers
Jan 2010
Store files in this simple and elegant file server that connects to the cloud. Store your company's files with cloud storage providers Amazon, Iron Mountain, Rackspace or Nirvanix using Nasuni's...
Provided by Nasuni
-
Downloads
10+ tweaks, tricks, and hacks to make Windows Vista fly
Jan 2007
No matter how well designed an operating system purports to be, there are always to tweak it for performance. Here are 10+ tweaks, tricks, and hacks you can apply to Microsoft Windows Vista to...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
-
Downloads
Roles and responsibilities template
Oct 2003
As with any large project, ensuring that every team member understands what they have to do is key to success. This template is designed to give your team members guidance when migrating from NT...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about moving from Windows XP to Windows 7
Sep 2009
Jumping from Windows XP to Windows 7 will require some specialized knowledge. Greg Shultz offers advice specifically for those taking that route.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
-
Downloads
10 tips for upgrading to SQL Server 2008 R2
Mar 2011
There are a lot of ways a SQL Server upgrade can go wrong. Brien Posey offers some advice on how to minimize problems and ensure a successful upgrade to SQL Server 2008 R2.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in Access 2007
Jun 2007
The Microsoft Access development team added more features to Access 2007 than perhaps to any other previous version. You'll definitely want to see what all the buzz is about around this latest...
Provided by Jeff Conrad
-
Downloads
RPC service configuration causes serious problems following a Windows XP SP2 install
Aug 2006
It started out innocently enough: Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 on about 50 PCs in two computer labs. Network manager Louis Nel was confident that he and his staff were sufficiently...
Provided by Louis Nel
-
Book chapters
Master laptop system maintenance and assembly
Mar 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Upgrading and Repairing Laptops, 2nd Edition, discusses the two main types of preventive maintenance procedures for laptops. Preventive maintenance is the key to...
Provided by Que Publishing
-
Downloads
100 things you should know about Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2007
Don't have time to sit down and read an exhaustive description of Office 2007's most significant new features? Take a spin through this collection of "10 things" lists, which provide a concise and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 new Office 2007 interface elements (and what they're really called)
Jun 2007
Office 2007's redesigned interface includes a number of brand-new elements, and more than a few users are scratching their heads over the purpose of various tools, how they're used, and even what...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
Installing Windows Vista: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Aug 2006
Installing Vista is a fairly straightforward procedure, but you might encounter a couple of gotchas along the way. This visual walk-through will show you want to expect when you install the public...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in PowerPoint 2007
Jun 2007
Creating impressive slideshow presentations just got easier with Microsoft's latest version of PowerPoint. With a new interface, new templates, and new artwork and formatting options, PowerPoint...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things to consider when making a Windows Server 2008 upgrade decision
Nov 2007
Windows Server 2008 is expected to officially launch in February of next year, but many companies are already preparing for the next generation of Windows server software and trying to decide...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about Office 2007 compatibility issues
Jun 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 provides a lot of new features and functionality, but what about compatibility? These 10 tips will help you deal with compatibility concerns when you upgrade to the latest...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
5 strategies for building a workable upgrade plan
Nov 2006
New hardware and software products are continually emerging, with fantastic must-have features that make it easier for you and your employees to do your jobs. But the decision to upgrade (or...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things you should do for a successful mainframe migration
Jun 2010
Done right, a mainframe migration can dramatically reduce IT costs, free up your budget to fund new initiatives, and improve system performance and application quality.This download is also...
Provided by Malcolm Marais
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in Excel 2007
Jun 2007
Getting used to Excel 2007's new interface might require some time and patience, but given the number of enhancements and expanded capabilities, it may pay off.Excel expert Craig Stinson runs...
Provided by Craig Stinson
-
Downloads
Top 10 Windows Vista annoyances
Mar 2007
If you've been working with Vista for awhile, it's reasonable to assume that you've gotten used to the changes. Anything that still bothers you isn't about adjusting to something new... it's just...
Provided by Diana Huggins
-
Downloads
Feature guide: What you need to know about Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2007
Office 2007 introduces a host of new features, from the radically revamped interface to enhanced security options to design tools and prefab elements aimed at making documents, spreadsheets, and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
The 10 most important business technology products of 2007
Nov 2007
Technology product developments came at a blistering pace in 2007, including big moves from major vendors like Microsoft, Cisco, and Apple, as well as exciting innovations from several upstarts....
Provided by Jason Hiner
-
Book chapters
Learn what's new in Active Directory in Windows Server 2003 and how to upgrade
Apr 2005
Get an in-depth look at the upgrades and additions that have been made to Active Directory in Windows Server 2003 in this chapter from the O'Reilly book Active Directory, 2nd Edition. This...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
-
Downloads
Windows NT to Windows Server 2003 Migration Budget
Dec 2004
Our Windows NT Server 4.0 to Windows 2003 Server Migration Project Plan helps you organize and implement this large-scale technology upgrade. This plan comes complete with a detailed specification...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Windows Server 2003 Migration Pack
Jul 2005
Handle the huge task of your migration from Windows NT 4 to Windows Server 2003 with ease. While everyone is depending on you, you can depend on this comprehensive set of two e-workbooks, a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Desktop Upgrades Pack
Jun 2005
The Desktop Upgrades Pack includes four Microsoft Excel workbooks: a Financial Scenario Planner, a Gap Analysis Report, a Vendor Selection Checklist, and a Vendor Reference Questionnaire. The...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Windows NT4 to Windows Server 2003 Migration Project Plan (Microsoft Project version)
Feb 2005
This Windows NT Server 4.0 to Windows Server 2003 Migration Project Plan< (Microsoft Project version) helps you organize and implement this large-scale technology upgrade. This plan comes complete...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Gap Analysis: Windows Server 2003 Upgrade
Oct 2004
This ZDNet-branded Gap Analysis spreadsheet is designed to help you identify gaps that may exist in your organization's technology infrastructure. Once you complete the workbook, this unique...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Quick Guide: Exchange 2003 Migration
Aug 2005
Whether you're installing Exchange Server 2003 from scratch or upgrading an existing Exchange 5.5 Server or Exchange 2000 Server, TechRepublic's Quick Guide: Exchange 2003 Migration covers...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
TechProGuild PC Troubleshooting Report June 2004
Jun 2004
The reintroduction of TechRepublic Pro 's guide to in-depth PC and hardware troubleshooting solutions. This month focusing on Windows XP migrations and PC hardware problems.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Podcast: Microsoft Office 2007 first impressions
Jun 2006
In this podcast, TechRepublic Editors discuss their experiences with and first impressions of Microsoft Office 2007 Beta 2. /* player */ul.play...
Provided by Bill Detwiler
-
Downloads
10 things to remember when replacing a PC
Jun 2006
Getting a new system usually means better performance and reliability, up-to-date functionality, and a few interesting bells and whistles to play with. But it can be a major pain if you forget to...
Provided by Jeff Dray
-
Downloads
Microsoft Exchange 2010 Trial
Oct 2010
Free Trial of Microsoft Exchange 2010.
Provided by Microsoft
-
Downloads
10 things you should do before installing Windows Vista on a computer
Oct 2006
Windows Vista's enhanced functionality and snazzy Aero Glass visual effects will demand steeper hardware requirements for the machines you support. IT pro Steven Pittsley put together a list of...
Provided by Steven Pittsley
-
Downloads
PowerChecklist: Migrating Windows NT to Windows Server 2003
Jan 2007
If your organization continues to run an NT-based domain, it's time to start considering a replacement for this venerable operating system. Taking NT's place were Windows 2000 Server and, more...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
IT Pro's Survival Guide to Windows 7
Apr 2011
With each new Windows release, IT professionals face many difficult questions and challenges. Should my organization upgrade? What are the key features for IT and end users? And, how do I...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 tips for upgrading to SQL Server 2008 R2
Mar 2011
There are a lot of ways a SQL Server upgrade can go wrong. Brien Posey offers some advice on how to minimize problems and ensure a successful upgrade to SQL Server 2008 R2.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
Create a local Fedora mirror system and get blazing-fast updates
Dec 2010
Vincent Danen shows you how to set up a local mirror for Fedora systems that will get you faster updates and conserve bandwidth.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
Microsoft Exchange 2010 Trial
Oct 2010
Free Trial of Microsoft Exchange 2010.
Provided by Microsoft
-
Downloads
10 reasons to migrate to Exchange 2010
Jul 2010
Organisations have shown a reluctance to upgrade to Exchange 2010 -- but they could be missing out on some cost-saving improvements.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by keith smith
-
Downloads
An advanced file server backed by top cloud storage providers
Jan 2010
Store files in this simple and elegant file server that connects to the cloud. Store your company's files with cloud storage providers Amazon, Iron Mountain, Rackspace or Nirvanix using Nasuni's...
Provided by Nasuni
-
Downloads
10 things you should do for a successful mainframe migration
Jun 2010
Done right, a mainframe migration can dramatically reduce IT costs, free up your budget to fund new initiatives, and improve system performance and application quality.This download is also...
Provided by Malcolm Marais
-
Downloads
IBM LotusLive iNotes - Download Free Trial of Web-based Email Service
Jun 2010
LotusLive iNotes e-mail is a business-class messaging solution designed for everyone in your organization. Remote employees, retail workers and anyone who doesn't work behind a desk will...
Provided by IBM
-
Downloads
10 steps to ensure foolproof client migrations
Dec 2009
Make sure no critical information gets left behind when you perform desktop and laptop migrations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
10 reasons to consider upgrading to Windows Server 2008 R2
Oct 2009
Windows Server 2008 R2 offers numerous improvements that should make life easier for a lot of admins. Brien Posey runs down the key features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Book chapters
Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency
Oct 2009
This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Tools & Templates
Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about moving from Windows XP to Windows 7
Sep 2009
Jumping from Windows XP to Windows 7 will require some specialized knowledge. Greg Shultz offers advice specifically for those taking that route.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Greg Shultz
-
Downloads
Desktop Migration Checklist
Oct 2008
When you roll out new desktop and laptop PCs inevitably users and clients require that their data be migrated from their old systems to the new workstations. Information that must be transferred...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
How do I... Stop Windows XP from nagging me about updates?
Sep 2008
TechRepublic member Riggy001 decided not to apply Windows XP SP3, but the operating system continued to nag him about it. After much wrangling, Riggy001 was given a procedure that removed that...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
-
Downloads
Debrief And Defend: Choosing Linux instead of Windows Vista
Sep 2008
Microsoft advocates Windows Vista as the operating system of choice for desktops. But there are plenty of adherents to the Linux operating system who say that it's a better choice. Is it really? ...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Debrief And Defend: Standardizing on Windows Vista instead of Linux
Sep 2008
Microsoft advocates Windows Vista as the operating system of choice for desktops. But there are plenty of adherents to the Linux operating system who say that it's a better choice. Is it really? ...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10+ priorities for testing critical systems
Jun 2008
Testing is essential to make sure that systems function as expected, but the process can be complex and overwhelming. Rick Vanover looks at some testing strategies that will help you focus on...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
How do I... Create virtual machines for testing in VMware Workstation 6?
Mar 2008
As an information technology professional, especially one working as a consultant, you must stay current on a wide range of different technologies, including the multitude of operating systems on...
Provided by Steven Warren
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Downloads
10 trends that will transform IT over the next five years
Feb 2008
Business analyst Gartner recently released a list of its top 10 IT predictions for the next three to five years. TechRepublic's Jason Hiner examines Gartner's forecast and weighs in with his own...
Provided by Jason Hiner
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Downloads
10 ways to overcome resistance to project collaboration software
Jan 2008
Some project managers who may eagerly share vacation photos with family members through Flickr or freely respond to a blog posting remain reluctant to adopt project collaboration software. They...
Provided by Gil Heiman
-
Downloads
10 things that can go wrong when you upgrade your operating system
Dec 2007
Upgrading to a new operating system -- whether it's one personal computer at home or an office full of workstations -- can be a stressful experience. You do it to take advantage of new features or...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
The 10 most important business technology products of 2007
Nov 2007
Technology product developments came at a blistering pace in 2007, including big moves from major vendors like Microsoft, Cisco, and Apple, as well as exciting innovations from several upstarts....
Provided by Jason Hiner
-
Downloads
10 things to consider when making a Windows Server 2008 upgrade decision
Nov 2007
Windows Server 2008 is expected to officially launch in February of next year, but many companies are already preparing for the next generation of Windows server software and trying to decide...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
Feature guide: What you need to know about Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2007
Office 2007 introduces a host of new features, from the radically revamped interface to enhanced security options to design tools and prefab elements aimed at making documents, spreadsheets, and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
100 things you should know about Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2007
Don't have time to sit down and read an exhaustive description of Office 2007's most significant new features? Take a spin through this collection of "10 things" lists, which provide a concise and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 reasons to consider upgrading to Office 2007
Jun 2007
Office 2007 offers new file formats, an improved user interface, and a number of deployment, support, and security improvements. Here are a few things to think about as you decide whether an...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 Word 2007 features you can skip
Jun 2007
Word 2007 is full of new tools and options, expanded capabilities, and significant changes. So what should you focus on and what you can leave for another day (or month, or year...)? As Office...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways you can tweak Word 2007 to fit your working style
Jun 2007
Getting used to a new version of software is sort of like breaking in a new pair of shoes: It takes awhile to get comfortable. Office expert Katherine Murray discusses some modifications you can...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in Excel 2007
Jun 2007
Getting used to Excel 2007's new interface might require some time and patience, but given the number of enhancements and expanded capabilities, it may pay off.Excel expert Craig Stinson runs...
Provided by Craig Stinson
-
Downloads
10 new Office 2007 interface elements (and what they're really called)
Jun 2007
Office 2007's redesigned interface includes a number of brand-new elements, and more than a few users are scratching their heads over the purpose of various tools, how they're used, and even what...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in PowerPoint 2007
Jun 2007
Creating impressive slideshow presentations just got easier with Microsoft's latest version of PowerPoint. With a new interface, new templates, and new artwork and formatting options, PowerPoint...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about Office 2007 compatibility issues
Jun 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 provides a lot of new features and functionality, but what about compatibility? These 10 tips will help you deal with compatibility concerns when you upgrade to the latest...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in Access 2007
Jun 2007
The Microsoft Access development team added more features to Access 2007 than perhaps to any other previous version. You'll definitely want to see what all the buzz is about around this latest...
Provided by Jeff Conrad
-
Downloads
10 things you'll miss when you upgrade to Exchange 2007
May 2007
The new version of Exchange has some interesting enhancements, but unless you're a command-line guru, you may feel like you've lost more than you've gained. Tom Shinder shares his list of the...
Provided by Tom Shinder
-
Downloads
Lunch and Learn: Get up to speed on Windows Vista
Jul 2007
This is a prepackaged presentation designed to be given in a classroom or conference room setting to help attendees become familiar with Windows Vista. Everything is ready to be used, even if you...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Top 10 Windows Vista annoyances
Mar 2007
If you've been working with Vista for awhile, it's reasonable to assume that you've gotten used to the changes. Anything that still bothers you isn't about adjusting to something new... it's just...
Provided by Diana Huggins
-
Downloads
Word 2007: Lessons on usability
Mar 2007
Although Microsoft says that the radical interface changes in Word 2007 are aimed at enhancing usability, not everyone is convinced that the goal has been met. Justin James analyzes several...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
A few things you'll miss when you upgrade to Office 2007
Feb 2007
There may be a lot to like about the new release of Microsoft Office, but you might find that it comes up short here and there. Deb Shinder shares some of the Office 2007 changes that have...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
Don't be misled by these 10 Windows Vista myths
Feb 2007
The official consumer launch of Windows Vista has brought with it a great deal of confusion, misinformation, and some fairly ignorant assertions. Windows expert Deb Shinder debunks some of the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Tools & Templates
Windows 7 installation flowchart
Oct 2009
A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Book chapters
Learn what's new in Active Directory in Windows Server 2003 and how to upgrade
Apr 2005
Get an in-depth look at the upgrades and additions that have been made to Active Directory in Windows Server 2003 in this chapter from the O'Reilly book Active Directory, 2nd Edition. This...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
-
Downloads
Windows NT to Windows Server 2003 Migration Budget
Dec 2004
Our Windows NT Server 4.0 to Windows 2003 Server Migration Project Plan helps you organize and implement this large-scale technology upgrade. This plan comes complete with a detailed specification...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Windows Server 2003 Migration Pack
Jul 2005
Handle the huge task of your migration from Windows NT 4 to Windows Server 2003 with ease. While everyone is depending on you, you can depend on this comprehensive set of two e-workbooks, a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Desktop Upgrades Pack
Jun 2005
The Desktop Upgrades Pack includes four Microsoft Excel workbooks: a Financial Scenario Planner, a Gap Analysis Report, a Vendor Selection Checklist, and a Vendor Reference Questionnaire. The...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Windows NT4 to Windows Server 2003 Migration Project Plan (Microsoft Project version)
Feb 2005
This Windows NT Server 4.0 to Windows Server 2003 Migration Project Plan< (Microsoft Project version) helps you organize and implement this large-scale technology upgrade. This plan comes complete...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Gap Analysis: Windows Server 2003 Upgrade
Oct 2004
This ZDNet-branded Gap Analysis spreadsheet is designed to help you identify gaps that may exist in your organization's technology infrastructure. Once you complete the workbook, this unique...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Quick Guide: Exchange 2003 Migration
Aug 2005
Whether you're installing Exchange Server 2003 from scratch or upgrading an existing Exchange 5.5 Server or Exchange 2000 Server, TechRepublic's Quick Guide: Exchange 2003 Migration covers...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
TechProGuild PC Troubleshooting Report June 2004
Jun 2004
The reintroduction of TechRepublic Pro 's guide to in-depth PC and hardware troubleshooting solutions. This month focusing on Windows XP migrations and PC hardware problems.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Podcast: Microsoft Office 2007 first impressions
Jun 2006
In this podcast, TechRepublic Editors discuss their experiences with and first impressions of Microsoft Office 2007 Beta 2. /* player */ul.play...
Provided by Bill Detwiler
-
Downloads
10 things to remember when replacing a PC
Jun 2006
Getting a new system usually means better performance and reliability, up-to-date functionality, and a few interesting bells and whistles to play with. But it can be a major pain if you forget to...
Provided by Jeff Dray
-
Downloads
IBM LotusLive iNotes - Download Free Trial of Web-based Email Service
Jun 2010
LotusLive iNotes e-mail is a business-class messaging solution designed for everyone in your organization. Remote employees, retail workers and anyone who doesn't work behind a desk will...
Provided by IBM
-
Downloads
An advanced file server backed by top cloud storage providers
Jan 2010
Store files in this simple and elegant file server that connects to the cloud. Store your company's files with cloud storage providers Amazon, Iron Mountain, Rackspace or Nirvanix using Nasuni's...
Provided by Nasuni
-
Downloads
Microsoft Exchange 2010 Trial
Oct 2010
Free Trial of Microsoft Exchange 2010.
Provided by Microsoft
-
Downloads
Installing Windows Vista: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Aug 2006
Installing Vista is a fairly straightforward procedure, but you might encounter a couple of gotchas along the way. This visual walk-through will show you want to expect when you install the public...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
RPC service configuration causes serious problems following a Windows XP SP2 install
Aug 2006
It started out innocently enough: Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 on about 50 PCs in two computer labs. Network manager Louis Nel was confident that he and his staff were sufficiently...
Provided by Louis Nel
-
Downloads
10 things you should do before installing Windows Vista on a computer
Oct 2006
Windows Vista's enhanced functionality and snazzy Aero Glass visual effects will demand steeper hardware requirements for the machines you support. IT pro Steven Pittsley put together a list of...
Provided by Steven Pittsley
-
Downloads
PowerChecklist: Migrating Windows NT to Windows Server 2003
Jan 2007
If your organization continues to run an NT-based domain, it's time to start considering a replacement for this venerable operating system. Taking NT's place were Windows 2000 Server and, more...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Debrief and Defend: Windows Vista vs. Windows XP
Apr 2007
Windows Vista, the new operating system that replaces Windows XP, introduces a wide range of updates, features and security enhancements. With a new user interface, tools, utilities and numerous...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 reasons you should upgrade to Vista (and 10 reasons you shouldn't)
Jan 2007
There are plenty of reasons to upgrade to Windows Vista and there are also plenty of reasons not to. Although some organizations are actively preparing for Vista, others are planning to stay the...
Provided by Josh Hoskins
-
Downloads
Mini-glossary: Windows Vista terms you should know
Jan 2007
Even if you don't plan to jump on the Vista bandwagon right now, it's still a good idea to brush up on the terminology surrounding the new OS. IT pros are already slinging around the Vista lingo,...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10+ tweaks, tricks, and hacks to make Windows Vista fly
Jan 2007
No matter how well designed an operating system purports to be, there are always to tweak it for performance. Here are 10+ tweaks, tricks, and hacks you can apply to Microsoft Windows Vista to...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
-
Downloads
Feature guide: What you need to know about Windows Vista
Jan 2007
Windows Vista introduces a host of new capabilities and features, from the Aero interface to User Account Control to a highly configurable version of the Windows Firewall. This collection of...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 things you'll miss when you upgrade to Vista (and how to get some of them back)
Jan 2007
Most of us expect a learning curve when we adopt a new OS--it comes with the territory. But Windows Vista may throw you a few curves, too. Along with its visual dazzle and assorted new features,...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
Don't be misled by these 10 Windows Vista myths
Feb 2007
The official consumer launch of Windows Vista has brought with it a great deal of confusion, misinformation, and some fairly ignorant assertions. Windows expert Deb Shinder debunks some of the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
A few things you'll miss when you upgrade to Office 2007
Feb 2007
There may be a lot to like about the new release of Microsoft Office, but you might find that it comes up short here and there. Deb Shinder shares some of the Office 2007 changes that have...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
Word 2007: Lessons on usability
Mar 2007
Although Microsoft says that the radical interface changes in Word 2007 are aimed at enhancing usability, not everyone is convinced that the goal has been met. Justin James analyzes several...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
IT Pro's Survival Guide to Windows 7
Apr 2011
With each new Windows release, IT professionals face many difficult questions and challenges. Should my organization upgrade? What are the key features for IT and end users? And, how do I...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Top 10 Windows Vista annoyances
Mar 2007
If you've been working with Vista for awhile, it's reasonable to assume that you've gotten used to the changes. Anything that still bothers you isn't about adjusting to something new... it's just...
Provided by Diana Huggins
-
Downloads
Lunch and Learn: Get up to speed on Windows Vista
Jul 2007
This is a prepackaged presentation designed to be given in a classroom or conference room setting to help attendees become familiar with Windows Vista. Everything is ready to be used, even if you...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 things you'll miss when you upgrade to Exchange 2007
May 2007
The new version of Exchange has some interesting enhancements, but unless you're a command-line guru, you may feel like you've lost more than you've gained. Tom Shinder shares his list of the...
Provided by Tom Shinder
-
Downloads
10 key enhancements in PowerPoint 2007
Jun 2007
Creating impressive slideshow presentations just got easier with Microsoft's latest version of PowerPoint. With a new interface, new templates, and new artwork and formatting options, PowerPoint...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 Word 2007 features you can skip
Jun 2007
Word 2007 is full of new tools and options, expanded capabilities, and significant changes. So what should you focus on and what you can leave for another day (or month, or year...)? As Office...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 reasons to consider upgrading to Office 2007
Jun 2007
Office 2007 offers new file formats, an improved user interface, and a number of deployment, support, and security improvements. Here are a few things to think about as you decide whether an...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
Feature guide: What you need to know about Microsoft Office 2007
Jun 2007
Office 2007 introduces a host of new features, from the radically revamped interface to enhanced security options to design tools and prefab elements aimed at making documents, spreadsheets, and...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 things to consider when making a Windows Server 2008 upgrade decision
Nov 2007
Windows Server 2008 is expected to officially launch in February of next year, but many companies are already preparing for the next generation of Windows server software and trying to decide...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
The 10 most important business technology products of 2007
Nov 2007
Technology product developments came at a blistering pace in 2007, including big moves from major vendors like Microsoft, Cisco, and Apple, as well as exciting innovations from several upstarts....
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10 ways to overcome resistance to project collaboration software
Jan 2008
Some project managers who may eagerly share vacation photos with family members through Flickr or freely respond to a blog posting remain reluctant to adopt project collaboration software. They...
Provided by Gil Heiman
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10 trends that will transform IT over the next five years
Feb 2008
Business analyst Gartner recently released a list of its top 10 IT predictions for the next three to five years. TechRepublic's Jason Hiner examines Gartner's forecast and weighs in with his own...
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How do I... Create virtual machines for testing in VMware Workstation 6?
Mar 2008
As an information technology professional, especially one working as a consultant, you must stay current on a wide range of different technologies, including the multitude of operating systems on...
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