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10 things to try when Java won't install properly
The next time a Java install goes awry, see if one of these fixes gets you back on track.
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Switching to Office 365: 10 hazards to look out for
Migrating to Office 365 requires overcoming some bumps in the road.
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10 Windows 7 commands every administrator should know
The command line is often the best place to resolve Windows 7 desktop problems. These basic commands will help speed your troubleshooting tasks.
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10 predictions for Windows 8, revisited
Before the details emerged on what to expect from Windows 8, Brien Posey went out on a limb with his predictions. Here's a look at how he did. (Hint: Not so good.)
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10 predictions for Windows Phone 8
Various details have emerged that give us some idea of what to expect in Windows Phone 8. Here's what Brien Posey thinks we'll see when the new OS rolls out.
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Five types of apps you should install on every new Windows desktop
Windows alone may not meet your users' needs. Here are several kinds of apps that will help take up the slack.
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Five Microsoft tools to speed your server chores
The right tools can make your server admin tasks much easier. Here are a few that Brien Posey finds especially useful.
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Five tips for unlocking your Windows Phone 7 device
Whether you want to test your own apps, install homebrew apps, or get a look at Mango, there are potential benefits to unlocking your WP7 device.
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Five tips for freeing up PC hard disk space
You can degunk your PC and reclaim a surprising amount of disk space. Here are a few things worth trying.
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Basic Windows PowerShell commands you should already know
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'...
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10 things network administrators need to know about Windows Phone 7
If your organization is planning its mobile device strategy and Windows Phone 7 is an option, you'll want to take these factors into account.
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10 predictions for Windows 8
Details on the next version of Windows are mostly nonexistent, but that doesn't mean we can't speculate about what it may offer. Brien Posey shares his ideas about possible feature...
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Five tips for dealing with a frozen Windows Setup
Windows Setup occasionally freezes for no apparent reason. Here are five strategies for isolating the cause and working around the problem.
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10 must-have Windows server tools
The right tools can make your server administration chores much easier. Here's a list of the ones Brien Posey finds indispensable.
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Common Windows issues you can fix with a registry hack
Sometimes, configuring Windows to meet your needs requires a trip to the registry editor. Here's a look at some simple hacks that can save you time and prevent a variety of problem...
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10 things you should know about degunking your Active Directory database
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.
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10 reasons why you should learn to use PowerShell
PowerShell combines command-line speed, the flexibility of scripting, and the power of a GUI-based admin tool. See why now might be the time to master it.
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10 reasons why Windows XP will be around a while
Windows XP continues to demonstrate formidable staying power. Here are some reasons why many organizations want to hang onto it.
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10 reasons why Windows 7's XP Mode is a big deal
Windows 7 features a new twist: XP Mode, which lets you run your Windows XP apps without compatibility issues. Brien Posey explains why XP Mode is significant and outlines its bene...
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10 common issues you can fix with a registry hack
Sometimes, configuring Windows to meet your needs requires a trip to the registry editor. Here's a look at some simple hacks that can save you time and prevent a variety of problem...
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Change the product key on Windows XP
Even in the most carefully managed shops, software tends to get installed without authorization, and so from time to time you may need to reset the Microsoft Windows XP product key...
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SolutionBase: Migrating user state information in Vista
Often in large-scale Windows Vista migrations, the migration of user state data -- a user's profile -- is overlooked. In this article, Brien Posey shows you how to use version 3.0 ...
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SolutionBase: Deploy Vista images across the network
Business Desktop Deployment 2007 is a vast improvement over previous image deployment tools that Microsoft created. Once you've built the images, you've got to get them deployed. B...
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SolutionBase: Customize a Vista deployment image
To ease the pain of deploying a new operating system across many workstations, Microsoft improved its method of creating desktop images in Windows Vista by creating the Business De...
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SolutionBase: Application compatibility testing for Windows Vista Deployment
Windows Vista isn't as backward compatible with applications as are older versions of Windows. How can you tell if an application will work in Vista in a corporate setting? That'...
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SolutionBase: Troubleshooting Active Directory performance problems
Active Directory lies at the heart of your Windows-based network. As such, you want to make sure that it's running at peak efficiency. In this article, Brien Posey shows you how to...
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SolutionBase: Monitor Vista Key Management Servers from MOM
Key management servers can introduce a new set of management headaches for a network administrator. Fortunately, Microsoft has created an add-on for Microsoft Operations Management...
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SolutionBase: Setting up a key management server for Vista
Microsoft has done away with volume license keys for Windows Vista. Instead, large organizations must rely on a key management server to distribute shared Vista license keys. Here'...
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SolutionBase: Using the Replication Monitor to monitor your DNS servers
Name resolution problems can occur if an Active Directory integrated zone on a DNS server and the Active Directory are not kept synchronized. Here's how you can use the Replication...
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SolutionBase: Planning a MOM deployment using System Center Capacity Planner 2006, part 1
MOM is a powerful tool for managing your network. The trick is figuring out the best way to deploy it. That's where the System Center Capacity Planner comes in. Brien Posey shows y...