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10 fundamental concepts for PowerShell scripting
Jan 2011
PowerShell can save you a lot of time on Windows admin tasks -- but to use it effectively, you need to understand how it works. Here's a crash course in PowerShell basics to get you started. This...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
10 essential tools and services for work-at-home IT pros
Sep 2011
You can't work out of your home effectively without the right setup. Justin James shares what he's discovered about equipping the IT home office.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Justin James
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Downloads
Network, PC, and server audit checklist
Feb 2010
IT consultants should complete the fields within this checklist to catalog critical client network, workstation, and server information, identify weaknesses and issues that must be addressed,...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
It has arrived! A more intelligent way to manage IT alerts - for FREE!
Mar 2013
SolarWinds Alert Central is centralized IT alert management software that provides amazingly streamlined alert management for your entire IT organization. Alert Central consolidates and manages...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Tools & Templates
The PathPing Gadget
Oct 2009
This free Vista/Windows 7 gadget automates the powerful PathPing utility, making it easier for you to isolate the cause of network problems.Visit our Microsoft Windows blog for more Windows...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Client info tracker
Sep 2011
Your client relationships will be stronger if you know a thing or two -- or 10 -- about their needs, preferences, and the business itself. This simple form will help you keep up with the details.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Tools & Templates
Workstation Tune-up Checklist
Mar 2010
Optimizing a slow-performing system requires a number of diagnostic and repair steps, often with interruptions along the way. This basic checklist will help you cover all the bases. Visit our...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
10 cool things you can do with a USB flash drive
Aug 2009
Your USB flash drive can do a whole lot more than just move data around. Greg Shultz introduces a variety of creative ways to put that drive to good use.This download is also available as an entry...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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Downloads
10 tips for troubleshooting DNS problems
Nov 2010
Figuring out what's wrong with DNS will go faster if you have a set of troubleshooting steps to follow. Brien Posey shares his approach to isolating the cause of DNS problems.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 PowerShell commands every Windows admin should know
Dec 2010
PowerShell combines the speed of the command line with the flexibility of a scripting language, making it a valuable Windows administration tool. Here are a few basic commands you'll want to...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Tools & Templates
Server Deployment/Migration Checklist
Feb 2010
One configuration error or overlooked step can send your server deployment off a cliff. This simple checklist will help you complete the process efficiently and avoid costly mistakes.Visit our...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
How to set up OpenVPN server and create Linux and Mac OS X clients
Oct 2010
Vincent Danen takes you through the steps and configuration to set up an OpenVPN server and also create both Linux and Mac OS X clients on OpenVPN.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
TechRepublic's ultimate guide to enterprise wireless LAN security
Jan 2007
Enterprise wireless LAN security is a persistent concern for every system administrator and CIO. Threats from both within and without the enterprise threaten your data each and every day. This...
Provided by George Ou
-
Downloads
Use this workbook to rapidly configure IPSec tunnels on Cisco IOS devices
Oct 2006
As we discuss in the companion article, "Configuring IPSec VPN on Cisco IOS," site-to-site VPN tunnels offer a cheaper and often faster alternative to frame relay or even MPLS WAN connections....
Provided by George Ou
-
Downloads
Download a free 30-day trial of SolarWinds Server & Application Monitor now!
Dec 2012
Understanding how to achieve optimal performance for applications, hardware and operating systems will enable your organization to continually deliver on its core value proposition. Unfortunately,...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
10 cool things you can do with Windows PowerShell
Feb 2008
If PowerShell's learning curve has kept you from embracing it for daily use, "cool" might not be a word you'd associate with it. But PowerShell is here to stay. It's a core part of Exchange 2007,...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
Free Trial - Get One, Unified IT Dashboard View of all your Infrastructure and Applications with up.time®
Jun 2013
Do you want a unified view of IT systems performance, availability and capacity across all server platforms, network devices, applications, and IT business services? How about... Unified,...
Provided by Uptime Software
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DameWare SSH Client for Windows
Dec 2012
As your business continues to expand, and as your workers continue to adopt mobile devices for business processes work remotely and telecommute, the ability to remotely connect to internal...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
How to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same partition
Sep 2010
Blogger Colin Smith explains how to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same disk partition by booting from a VHD that contains the entire WS2K8R2 OS within a single,...
Provided by Colin Smith
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Downloads
Free Network Monitoring FOREVER
Jul 2012
Only Foglight NMS provides powerful, comprehensive network monitoring that won't cost you a dime ever. Talk about limitless. Download it for FREE.
Provided by Dell Software
-
Downloads
Illustrated walk-through: Creating a bootable USB flash drive for Windows XP
Feb 2007
A bootable flash drive can come in handy--but trying to create one might have you pulling out your hair. Windows expert Greg Shultz shares the method he followed, from configuring the BIOS to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
-
Downloads
Integrating Macs into a Windows shop
Jun 2012
Author Lauren Malhoit explains how to integrate Macs into a Windows shop. Topics include: Creating the connection between Mac Server and Active Directory Configuring Profile Manager and Time...
Provided by Lauren Malhoit
-
Downloads
IT Pro's Guide To Disaster Planning And Recovery
Aug 2011
IT departments must be ready for any type of emergency, be it a small-scale service disruption or massive natural disaster. From disaster planning and prevention to system recovery...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
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Using pam_mount to automount filesystems at login
Dec 2008
Vincent Danen introduces the automounter, pam_mount, which can take a password entered at login and use it to mount an encrypted filesystem. It can also mount non-encrypted filesystems. This...
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Save time managing multiple systems with Parallel SSH
Dec 2008
For a user caring for multiple systems, OpenSSH is extremely useful, but being able to execute OpenSSH commands in parallel is even more so. Vincent Danen introduces Parallel SSH, or pssh, which...
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Tools & Templates
PowerShell scripts: Quickly find space-hogging files
Jun 2010
A key Windows maintenance chore involves determining what data is consuming resources. Here are a couple of scripts that make it easy to get that critical file information.Check out Rick Vanover's...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
Top 10 new features in Exchange Server 2010
Dec 2009
You'll find some significant additions to the latest version of Exchange Server. Brien Posey runs down some of the most notable new features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Tools & Templates
Three PowerShell queries to obtain critical system information
Jul 2010
When it comes to getting information about Windows clients and servers, administrators are sometimes left in the dark. These simple scripts will help you gather succinct info about a computing...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
Use this template to configure a Cisco PIX Firewall
Jan 2007
Configuring a new Cisco PIX Firewall can be challenging and time-consuming. Why not automate the process with an Excel template? As a companion download to David Davis' article, "Configure a Cisco...
Provided by David Davis
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Downloads
AccessNow HTML5 RDP Client - Browser access to Citrix XenApp / XenDesktop
Nov 2012
Deliver universal, browser-based access to Windows desktops and applications hosted on Citrix XenApp (4.5 and higher) and XenDesktop - from Chromebooks and any other endpoint device with any HTML5...
Provided by Ericom Software
-
Downloads
Active Administrator Trial
May 2013
Take Active Administrator for a spin and see for yourself how this powerful, all-in-one solution allows you to control auditing, security, recovery, and health for Active Directory. It offers...
Provided by Dell Software
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Tools & Templates
Two PowerShell scripts for retrieving user info from Active Directory
May 2010
Obtaining user object information via Active Directory Users And Computers is fine for the one-time use, but it falls short for batch tasks. These two scripts make it easy to pull user information...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
Documentation checklist: What the new IT guy needs to find out
May 2009
TechRepublic member jdclyde recently landed a job as the first in-house tech for a company that has always outsourced its IT needs. With no documentation or institutional knowledge to fall back...
Provided by jdclyde
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Downloads
10 tips for remotely administering workstations
Nov 2007
Relying on various technologies to remotely administer workstations can save you a significant amount of time and money. Seasoned IT pro Rick Vanover offers these pointers to help you get the most...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
10 things you should know about networking two buildings
Aug 2008
From choosing the right physical media and conduit size to pulling cable to making long-term infrastructure decisions, networking two buildings is a challenging undertaking. Rick Vanover shares...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
Year-end checklist for network administrators
Dec 2012
With 2012 coming to a close, this is a great time to get things in shape for next year. This checklist will help you stay organized as you tie up loose ends and get ready for 2013.
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
10 tips for effective Active Directory design
Aug 2010
The way you design your Active Directory can make a huge difference in how well your network functions and how easy it is to administer. These best practices will help you maximize efficiency,...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 handy PowerShell scripts for Exchange 2010 administrators
Feb 2011
Save time and effort tackling complex Exchange admin tasks with the help of these ready-made PowerShell scripts.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 must-have Windows server tools
Aug 2010
The right tools can make your server administration chores much easier. Here's a list of the ones Brien Posey finds indispensable.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
10 things to look for in a KVM switch
Apr 2011
KVM switches can make your life infinitely easier -- unless they don't support the features you need in your environment. Erik Eckel offers some suggestions for making sure you don't wind up with...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
Active Administrator Trial
May 2013
Take Active Administrator for a spin and see for yourself how this powerful, all-in-one solution allows you to control auditing, security, recovery, and health for Active Directory. It offers...
Provided by Dell Software
-
Downloads
It has arrived! A more intelligent way to manage IT alerts - for FREE!
Mar 2013
SolarWinds Alert Central is centralized IT alert management software that provides amazingly streamlined alert management for your entire IT organization. Alert Central consolidates and manages...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
DameWare SSH Client for Windows
Dec 2012
As your business continues to expand, and as your workers continue to adopt mobile devices for business processes work remotely and telecommute, the ability to remotely connect to internal...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
Download a free 30-day trial of SolarWinds Server & Application Monitor now!
Dec 2012
Understanding how to achieve optimal performance for applications, hardware and operating systems will enable your organization to continually deliver on its core value proposition. Unfortunately,...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
AccessNow HTML5 RDP Client - Browser access to Citrix XenApp / XenDesktop
Nov 2012
Deliver universal, browser-based access to Windows desktops and applications hosted on Citrix XenApp (4.5 and higher) and XenDesktop - from Chromebooks and any other endpoint device with any HTML5...
Provided by Ericom Software
-
Downloads
Free Network Monitoring FOREVER
Jul 2012
Only Foglight NMS provides powerful, comprehensive network monitoring that won't cost you a dime ever. Talk about limitless. Download it for FREE.
Provided by Dell Software
-
Downloads
Integrating Macs into a Windows shop
Jun 2012
Author Lauren Malhoit explains how to integrate Macs into a Windows shop. Topics include: Creating the connection between Mac Server and Active Directory Configuring Profile Manager and Time...
Provided by Lauren Malhoit
-
Downloads
Scheduled Downtime Policy
May 2012
TechRepublic's Scheduled Downtime Policy will help your organization determine procedures for scheduling and communicating server, system, and network downtime with the goal of minimizing...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2
Feb 2012
TechRepublic's 500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs to Know: Volume 2 offers concise advice, solutions and details on the key issues and challenges you experience on a daily basis in optimizing...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Foglight NMS
Jan 2012
Free Network Monitoring Isn't Senseless - It's Centsless! Free network monitoring? Seems too good to be true. Foglight NMS helps increase network performance and availability while improving IT...
Provided by Dell Software
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Downloads
10 essential tools and services for work-at-home IT pros
Sep 2011
You can't work out of your home effectively without the right setup. Justin James shares what he's discovered about equipping the IT home office.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Justin James
-
Downloads
Client info tracker
Sep 2011
Your client relationships will be stronger if you know a thing or two -- or 10 -- about their needs, preferences, and the business itself. This simple form will help you keep up with the details.
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
TechRepublic's Mac Deployment Flowchart
Sep 2011
Whether you're deploying Mac clients, servers, or both -- and whether you're deploying in a new or existing network with Windows servers present -- this flowchart will help you anticipate and...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
IT Pro's Guide To Disaster Planning And Recovery
Aug 2011
IT departments must be ready for any type of emergency, be it a small-scale service disruption or massive natural disaster. From disaster planning and prevention to system recovery...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
500 Things Every IT Support Pro Needs To Know: Volume 1
May 2011
From troubleshooting application errors and managing your company's network to handling remote users and securing your data, IT sup- port professionals face a wide variety of challenges....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic's New Server Checklist
May 2011
When you need to order a new server, turn to TechRepublic's New Server Checklist. It's designed to prevent many common errors that are easily overlooked and expensive and time consuming to fix....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
10 things to look for in a KVM switch
Apr 2011
KVM switches can make your life infinitely easier -- unless they don't support the features you need in your environment. Erik Eckel offers some suggestions for making sure you don't wind up with...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Downloads
10 more Sysinternals utilities to keep handy
Mar 2011
Derek Schauland is back with additional utilities from the Sysinternals toolkit that can speed routine tasks on Windows systems.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Derek Schauland
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10 things you should know about Microsoft Small Business Server 2011
Mar 2011
Windows Small Business Server 2011 has arrived, bringing with it some significant changes. Erik Eckel discusses what's new and explains some of the more complex aspects of this release.This...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Downloads
10 handy PowerShell scripts for Exchange 2010 administrators
Feb 2011
Save time and effort tackling complex Exchange admin tasks with the help of these ready-made PowerShell scripts.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 fundamental concepts for PowerShell scripting
Jan 2011
PowerShell can save you a lot of time on Windows admin tasks -- but to use it effectively, you need to understand how it works. Here's a crash course in PowerShell basics to get you started. This...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 things you should do to prepare for holiday time off
Dec 2010
The holidays are here, and you may be dealing with limited staff in the office. Here are some tips for getting things squared away so you can take a little time off. This download is also...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
Year-end checklist for network administrators
Dec 2012
With 2012 coming to a close, this is a great time to get things in shape for next year. This checklist will help you stay organized as you tie up loose ends and get ready for 2013.
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
10 PowerShell commands every Windows admin should know
Dec 2010
PowerShell combines the speed of the command line with the flexibility of a scripting language, making it a valuable Windows administration tool. Here are a few basic commands you'll want to...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 tips for troubleshooting DNS problems
Nov 2010
Figuring out what's wrong with DNS will go faster if you have a set of troubleshooting steps to follow. Brien Posey shares his approach to isolating the cause of DNS problems.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about IPv6 addressing
Oct 2010
Although IPv6 adoption seems to be moving at a snail's pace, there's no outrunning it. Brien Posey demystifies some of the addressing issues many admins are still trying to figure out.This...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
How to set up OpenVPN server and create Linux and Mac OS X clients
Oct 2010
Vincent Danen takes you through the steps and configuration to set up an OpenVPN server and also create both Linux and Mac OS X clients on OpenVPN.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
Support Specialist Tips and Tricks
Oct 2010
This compilation of TechRepublic articles provides a convenient handbook of guidelines and quick tips to help you solve a wide array of IT support problems. It offers everything from general...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
How to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same partition
Sep 2010
Blogger Colin Smith explains how to install Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V and Windows 7 on the same disk partition by booting from a VHD that contains the entire WS2K8R2 OS within a single,...
Provided by Colin Smith
-
Downloads
Save on bandwidth with the Squid proxy server
Sep 2010
Vincent Danen explains how to set up Squid as a caching proxy, which can help you save on bandwidth.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
10 tips for effective Active Directory design
Aug 2010
The way you design your Active Directory can make a huge difference in how well your network functions and how easy it is to administer. These best practices will help you maximize efficiency,...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 must-have Windows server tools
Aug 2010
The right tools can make your server administration chores much easier. Here's a list of the ones Brien Posey finds indispensable.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
Orion Network Traffic Analyzer - Monitor Network Traffic & Prevent Bottlenecks
Jul 2010
SolarWinds Orion NetFlow Traffic Analyzer (NTA) makes it easy to get a comprehensive view of your network traffic, find the bottlenecks, and shut down the bandwidth hogs. Quickly identify what...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Tools & Templates
Three PowerShell queries to obtain critical system information
Jul 2010
When it comes to getting information about Windows clients and servers, administrators are sometimes left in the dark. These simple scripts will help you gather succinct info about a computing...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Tools & Templates
PowerShell scripts: Quickly find space-hogging files
Jun 2010
A key Windows maintenance chore involves determining what data is consuming resources. Here are a couple of scripts that make it easy to get that critical file information.Check out Rick Vanover's...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
Administrator's Guide to Linux in the Enterprise
May 2010
As Linux continues to make inroads into the enterprise - and not just in the server room - this all-new collection of Linux tips will be a handy resource for any IT pro who is already working with...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about degunking your Active Directory database
May 2010
Sooner or later, you'll need to clean up your Active Directory to remove outdated entries or fix erratic behavior. Here are some tips for handling the chore the right way.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Tools & Templates
Two PowerShell scripts for retrieving user info from Active Directory
May 2010
Obtaining user object information via Active Directory Users And Computers is fine for the one-time use, but it falls short for batch tasks. These two scripts make it easy to pull user information...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
The 10 best cross-platform applications
May 2010
In this cross-platform world, you need apps that can handle whatever systems you're supporting. Jack Wallen lists the cross-platform applications he thinks are indispensable. This download is also...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Firewall configuration with system-config-firewall
May 2010
On a Fedora system, the default firewall configuration tool is simply called Firewall Configuration. Vincent Danen shows you how to use this simple GUI interface to set up and configure your firewall.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
Using Corkscrew to tunnel SSH over HTTP
Oct 2009
If you are in an environment that disallows the use of SSH and forces the use of an HTTP proxy, it is possible to use that HTTP proxy as a transport for SSH. Vincent Danen explains how to use the...
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Tools & Templates
Three PowerShell queries to obtain critical system information
Jul 2010
When it comes to getting information about Windows clients and servers, administrators are sometimes left in the dark. These simple scripts will help you gather succinct info about a computing...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
Illustrated walk-through: Creating a bootable USB flash drive for Windows XP
Feb 2007
A bootable flash drive can come in handy--but trying to create one might have you pulling out your hair. Windows expert Greg Shultz shares the method he followed, from configuring the BIOS to...
Provided by Greg Shultz
-
Downloads
TechRepublic's ultimate guide to enterprise wireless LAN security
Jan 2007
Enterprise wireless LAN security is a persistent concern for every system administrator and CIO. Threats from both within and without the enterprise threaten your data each and every day. This...
Provided by George Ou
-
Downloads
10 PowerShell commands every Windows admin should know
Dec 2010
PowerShell combines the speed of the command line with the flexibility of a scripting language, making it a valuable Windows administration tool. Here are a few basic commands you'll want to...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
Use this workbook to rapidly configure IPSec tunnels on Cisco IOS devices
Oct 2006
As we discuss in the companion article, "Configuring IPSec VPN on Cisco IOS," site-to-site VPN tunnels offer a cheaper and often faster alternative to frame relay or even MPLS WAN connections....
Provided by George Ou
-
Downloads
Network, PC, and server audit checklist
Feb 2010
IT consultants should complete the fields within this checklist to catalog critical client network, workstation, and server information, identify weaknesses and issues that must be addressed,...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
10 fundamental concepts for PowerShell scripting
Jan 2011
PowerShell can save you a lot of time on Windows admin tasks -- but to use it effectively, you need to understand how it works. Here's a crash course in PowerShell basics to get you started. This...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Tools & Templates
Server Deployment/Migration Checklist
Feb 2010
One configuration error or overlooked step can send your server deployment off a cliff. This simple checklist will help you complete the process efficiently and avoid costly mistakes.Visit our...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
The 10 best cross-platform applications
May 2010
In this cross-platform world, you need apps that can handle whatever systems you're supporting. Jack Wallen lists the cross-platform applications he thinks are indispensable. This download is also...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 essential tools and services for work-at-home IT pros
Sep 2011
You can't work out of your home effectively without the right setup. Justin James shares what he's discovered about equipping the IT home office.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Justin James
-
Tools & Templates
Workstation Tune-up Checklist
Mar 2010
Optimizing a slow-performing system requires a number of diagnostic and repair steps, often with interruptions along the way. This basic checklist will help you cover all the bases. Visit our...
Provided by Erik Eckel
-
Downloads
Documentation checklist: What the new IT guy needs to find out
May 2009
TechRepublic member jdclyde recently landed a job as the first in-house tech for a company that has always outsourced its IT needs. With no documentation or institutional knowledge to fall back...
Provided by jdclyde
-
Downloads
AccessNow HTML5 RDP Client - Browser access to Citrix XenApp / XenDesktop
Nov 2012
Deliver universal, browser-based access to Windows desktops and applications hosted on Citrix XenApp (4.5 and higher) and XenDesktop - from Chromebooks and any other endpoint device with any HTML5...
Provided by Ericom Software
-
Downloads
Monitor your system for threats with rsec alerts
Aug 2009
Vincent Danen gives an overview of the monitoring and reporting tool rsec, which can help you keep a close eye on your system's security without having to pore over log files.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
Quick Reference: Microsoft Access Tables
Sep 2009
If your organization is like most, its business decisions are largely driven by the data it collects. To help ensure that your enterprise's critical data is stored and retrieved as effectively as...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Quick Reference: Active Directory Pack
Feb 2004
Plan an Active Directory migration, manage AD objects and services, maintain and troubleshoot Active Directory, and administer group policies with this set of four laminated charts. Keep them in...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Quick Reference: PC Network Troubleshooting
Sep 2004
TechRepublic's handy laminated quick reference chart covers Physical problems, TCP/IP, wireless networking and network commands to help you stay on task. This download is available for free as...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
An IT Pro's Overview of Windows 7
Oct 2009
The release of Windows 7 is a significant event for most IT pros. This comprehensive overview of the new tools and features will tell you what you can expect from the new OS and help you make a...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Setting up a Cisco VPN connection with Network Manager
Oct 2009
Vincent Danen introduces the vpnc plugin for Network Manager that helps you manage the client connection to a Cisco VPN.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Book chapters
Get a vendor-neutral overview of your virtualization options
Oct 2009
This sample chapter from Practical Virtualization Solutions examines popular virtualization strategies from an application and performance perspective and looks at the pros and cons of each...
Provided by Pearson Education
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Downloads
10 best year-end tech practices for SMBs
Dec 2009
For a lot of IT departments, the end of the year means a slower pace - which makes it the ideal time to catch up on a host of essential (but often deferred) tasks.This download is also available...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Downloads
10 cool things you can do with TweakUI
Dec 2009
The handy TweakUI PowerToy can help you overcome a variety of Windows XP annoyances and limitations and lets you create an environment that suits your working style.This download is also available...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Downloads
Set up rsyslog to store syslog messages in MySQL
Jan 2010
Vincent Danen tells you how to use rsyslog with phpLogCon, which allows you to store your syslog messages in MySQL and view them as a Web page.
Provided by Vincent Danen
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Downloads
Secret agents: Make SNMP work for you
Mar 2010
Mark Underwood lays out the ways you can use SNMP agents to monitor network devices, and even set it up to send software alerts as well.
Provided by Mark Underwood
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Downloads
Windows 7: Migration tips, performance, and features
Mar 2010
Any Windows operating system upgrade is a big step for an organization or user, and whether you're planning to move directly from Vista or make a bigger leap from XP to Windows 7, careful...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 reasons to use DirectAccess and Unified Access Gateway (UAG) 2010
Apr 2010
Using UAG as your DirectAccess server solution provides a number of significant advantages. Deb Shinder looks at what DirectAccess offers and describes the benefits of using UAG.This download is...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Systems downtime expense calculator
Mar 2007
When your network goes down, determining lost productivity and the net cost of the downtime can give you a better sense of what you'll need to do to make up the loss. This Excel spreadsheet is...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Firewall configuration with system-config-firewall
May 2010
On a Fedora system, the default firewall configuration tool is simply called Firewall Configuration. Vincent Danen shows you how to use this simple GUI interface to set up and configure your firewall.
Provided by Vincent Danen
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about degunking your Active Directory database
May 2010
Sooner or later, you'll need to clean up your Active Directory to remove outdated entries or fix erratic behavior. Here are some tips for handling the chore the right way.This download is also...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
Administrator's Guide to Linux in the Enterprise
May 2010
As Linux continues to make inroads into the enterprise - and not just in the server room - this all-new collection of Linux tips will be a handy resource for any IT pro who is already working with...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Orion Network Traffic Analyzer - Monitor Network Traffic & Prevent Bottlenecks
Jul 2010
SolarWinds Orion NetFlow Traffic Analyzer (NTA) makes it easy to get a comprehensive view of your network traffic, find the bottlenecks, and shut down the bandwidth hogs. Quickly identify what...
Provided by SolarWinds
-
Downloads
10 tips for effective Active Directory design
Aug 2010
The way you design your Active Directory can make a huge difference in how well your network functions and how easy it is to administer. These best practices will help you maximize efficiency,...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Support Specialist Tips and Tricks
Oct 2010
This compilation of TechRepublic articles provides a convenient handbook of guidelines and quick tips to help you solve a wide array of IT support problems. It offers everything from general...
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10 things you should know about designing a small business network
Sep 2006
Setting up a network in a small business environment entails some specialized considerations to ensure an optimum implementation. IT consultant Erik Eckel offers his insights into the most...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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How do I... Configure firewall security on a SonicWALL device?
Oct 2006
SonicWALL firewalls are a staple of network security in the small and medium business market. SonicWALL's proprietary SonicOS operating system powers its firewall devices, which means the...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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10 things you should know about connecting Macintosh OS X systems to Windows networks
Oct 2006
Macintosh systems are again appearing on business networks. Unlike older Macintosh operating systems, when complex AppleTalk configuration and additional Windows network services may have been...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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10 handy Windows XP efficiency tricks
Nov 2006
From speeding up Defrag to instantly creating a Restore Point to customizing the most frequently used programs on the Start menu, this collection of tips will help you gain more control over how...
Provided by Greg Shultz
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How do I... Monitor traffic on a network for free with Ethereal
Nov 2006
Network administrators have to know what is going within the network at all times. This task requires a monitoring application that can be relied on. If you want to monitor traffic on your...
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10 things you can do to give old servers a second life
Nov 2006
Some of your old servers may be ready for retirement, but others can still play a useful role in your shop. Network manager Louis Nel suggests various ways to turn a potential doorstop into a...
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