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SolutionBase: Troubleshooting Active Directory performance problems

September 14, 2007 9:53am PDT

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 troubleshoot...

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SolutionBase: Get a handle on managing Exchange with these three new tools from Microsoft

July 2, 2007 4:56am PDT

Exchange doesn't come with a whole lot of tools to help you manage it. Fortunately, you can download a lot of tools directly from Microsoft that can help. Brien Posey takes a look at three very...

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10 must-have Windows server tools

August 2, 2010 10:10am PDT

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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Preparing to install Exchange 2000 into an Exchange 5.5 environment

March 6, 2001 8:00am PST

If you're lucky, you get to install Exchange 2000 from scratch. If you have Exchange 5.5 on your network already, you've got more work to do. In this Daily Feature, Brien Posey shows you how to...

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Get IT Done: Get your PCs ready for Windows XP

March 6, 2002 8:00am PST

Find our why the minimum hardware requirements for Windows XP can be insufficient for normal business use.

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Troubleshooting a newly installed CD drive

October 3, 2001 7:00am PDT

A newly installed CD drive that doesn't function is a rare but frustrating event. It's better to examine these common CD-drive installation problems and their quick fixes before you lose your cool...

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Build Your Skills: Consider different Exchange 2000 branch office client configurations

April 16, 2001 7:00am PDT

Carefully weigh your options for client software when rolling out Exchange Server to a branch office.

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Windows Me: A first look

July 6, 2000 7:00am PDT

Well, Microsoft has created yet another version of Windows. As it nears release, Brien Posey gives you this first peek at its features.

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Talking Shop: Use these tips to keep your sanity when providing long-distance support

January 14, 2003 8:00am PST

Practical tips for providing long-distance support

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Get IT Done: Remove an existing Windows 9x/Me installation with this batch file

November 13, 2002 8:00am PST

Use this batch file to remove an existing Windows 9x/Me application

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Review of GoBack

March 29, 2000 8:00am PST

Brien Posey's found an outstanding piece of software that's sure to save you hours of frustration. It's called GoBack, and it keeps a record of every change that's made to your computer. Read his...

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Has the Internet come of age?

March 13, 2000 8:00am PST

The Internet has been around for many years, but only recently has it become widely popular. Contrary to some commentators, Brien Posey explains why he believes that the Internet is still in its...

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Troubleshooting connection problems

April 10, 2000 7:00am PDT

What do you do when you have to troubleshoot problems over the phone? Brien Posey provides a step-by-step set of procedures that he used when he walked a non-technician through a connection problem.

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Compelling technical reasons to hold off upgrading to Windows XP

June 24, 2002 7:00am PDT

Windows XP has a lot to offer the large multiuser environment. But you'll still have to ponder the needs of your organization before making this move. Brien Posey examines some technical issues...

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Say goodbye to real mode

October 17, 2000 7:00am PDT

Have you wondered why Windows Me loads faster than Windows 98? Brien Posey explains that it all has to do with modes.

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Lock IT Down: Know what's happening on your Windows 2000 server with auditing

November 12, 2001 8:00am PST

Learn how to use auditing to track files, help ensure that expensive printing supplies arent wasted, keep tabs on changes to registry keys, and check on access to your Active Directory.

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Lock IT Down: Five not-so-common tips for disaster recovery

November 19, 2001 8:00am PST

Several uncommon tips can supplement the formal disaster recovery measures already in place

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Microsoft improves Windows CE, again

January 7, 2000 8:00am PST

In a recent keynote address, Bill Gates announced the creation of a new Windows CE device, code-named "Rapier." Read on to learn about this new pocket PC and other new technologies.