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Talk MS certification and training at MCSE Discussion Forums

March 27, 2000 8:00am PST

Networking in discussion forums can be quite beneficial—unless you don't get any responses. Bruce Spencer says you won't have that problem at the MCSE Discussion Forums site.

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The road to becoming an information systems professional

March 27, 2000 8:00am PST

Like many of his colleagues, Brien Posey got his start by teaching himself programming and writing database programs for charitable organizations. In this article, Brien shares some of his...

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Migrating to a new PC

March 24, 2000 8:00am PST

Switching to a new PC can be a real pain in the you-know-where. Brien Posey discusses three techniques that you can use to make this process easier and more reliable.

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Windows 2000 texts: You get what you pay for

March 24, 2000 8:00am PST

IT professionals are always on the lookout for a good buy. Is the new Inside Windows 2000 Server book from New Riders one of them? Erik Eckel reminds you that quality doesn't come cheap.

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Download our seven-step checklist to ensure a successful Win2K deployment

March 22, 2000 8:00am PST

Sidestep those common Windows 2000 installation delays! Download our seven-step checklist to speed your Win2K installations.

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Fix your Windows 2000 system quickly with the Recovery Console

March 22, 2000 8:00am PST

Fixing a damaged Windows 2000 machine can be time consuming, to say the least. In this Daily Feature, Brien Posey introduces the Recovery Console and explains how you can use it to fix various...

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Excuses for buying a Windows CE

March 21, 2000 8:00am PST

Brien Posey believes that the palmtop is nothing short of a miracle of modern technology, and he provides you with a list of reasons you can use to justify buying a new palmtop.

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What do you do when you need help?

March 20, 2000 8:00am PST

At one time or another, we all have computer problems. In this Daily Feature, Brien Posey shows you where to go for help.

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Auditing network logons in NT

March 20, 2000 8:00am PST

How do you track the login history for a specific user ID? That’s the question posed by TechRepublic member Linda. Here’s the take from Jake.Turn on automatic trackingHere’s the...

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Get IT Done: Back up Windows 2000

March 20, 2000 8:00am PST

Learn how to use the Backup utility in Win2K and see how it differs from the NT Backup program.

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Which Win2K install is best for you?

March 17, 2000 8:00am PST

Preparing to cram for your Win2K certifications? First you must install the OS—but be prepared for some unfamiliar options! Erik Eckel explains in this week's Paperchase Digest.

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Do More With Less: Clean up Windows 98 to free up disk space

March 16, 2000 8:00am PST

Examine the ways Windows 98 uses hard disk space and find methods for getting it back.

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Why are Palms about to score a TKO?

March 15, 2000 8:00am PST

Erik Eckel worries about the fate of CE devices, especially when Denise Richards has proven they can save the world. Has his judgment been tainted? You decide.

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Why I love my Libretto

March 15, 2000 8:00am PST

Imagine carrying around a PC the size of a VHS videocassette. Then imagine carrying the same PC and having it dual-boot Windows 98 and Windows NT. David Parkinson is living your dream.

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Differences between Win2K, Win9x, and WinNT

March 14, 2000 8:00am PST

It's getting confusing, what with all these different operating systems that sound the same. So, just what are the differences between all the Windows *.*s? During this Guild Meeting, Erik Eckel...

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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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AdminChallenge: Can you identify Marsha's mistake?

March 13, 2000 8:00am PST

Should Marsha have been an architect? Can you spot the problem with her client's network? If you can, it could earn you a brand new TechRepublic T-shirt.

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Hole found in MS Clip Gallery: Nip it in the bud

March 10, 2000 8:00am PST

Are you using Microsoft Office 2000? A security hole has been found in Microsoft's Clip Gallery, which is shipped with many popular Redmond programs. Exterminator points you to the patch that will...

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70-240: You get one shot; better make it a good one

March 10, 2000 8:00am PST

Hey MCPs, Redmond says you get a single shot at passing the accelerated Windows exam. Why? Erik Eckel spoke with Microsoft's training and skills assessment director for the answer. Check out this...

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Download our collection of essential Win2K links

March 9, 2000 8:00am PST

If you're looking for Windows 2000 information, you've come to the right place. In addition to a comprehensive white paper, revised in November, TechRepublic has built a collection of 20 essential...