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Use OWA Admin to administer Outlook Web Access

July 29, 2005 7:00am PDT

The new tool allows you to configure a myriad of options related to Outlook.

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Troubleshoot '503 Service Unavailable' errors in OWA

May 13, 2005 2:58pm PDT

If your Exchange Server 2003 Outlook Web Access (OWA) clients receive a "503 Service Unavailable" error message, there are several possible causes. Here are a few ways to troubleshoot this error.

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A whole host of new features in Samba 4 will simplify life for network admins

March 24, 2006 7:00pm PST

A multitude of newly integrated capabilities will make working with Samba 4 in a CIFS Active Directory context a much easier and more complete experience than it has been before.

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Cisco administration 101: Upgrading routers and switches

June 19, 2009 6:25am PDT

David Davis discusses why upgrading routers and switches deserve a higher priority, and he walks you through the process of upgrading a Cisco IOS router, step by step.

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Video: Simplify admin tasks by exporting Active Directory data with CSVDE

June 9, 2008 9:24am PDT

Active Directory can hold valuable user data that you can use for everyday tasks, like auditing user accounts and checking software licenses. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you an easy...

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Winternals Software's ERD Commander 2005 simplifies system repair

May 16, 2007 9:14am PDT

ERD Commander 2005 from Winternals Software is not cheap, but with the investment comes a collection of powerful utilities you can use with confidence to repair failed systems. Best of all, it's...

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Set sound password policies in Mac OS X Server

October 20, 2010 7:11am PDT

Erik Eckel tells you how to use Mac OS X Server's Workgroup Manager and the Server Admin console to make sure you are setting strong password polices.

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How do I... Add Macs to a Windows Vista workgroup?

April 6, 2007 1:47pm PDT

Love 'em or hate 'em, Macs have an increasing presence within business workgroups. Fortunately, advances within Apple's OS X operating system simplify connecting Windows Vista and Macs on the same...

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Tech Tip: Run ESEUTIL on a non-Exchange server

July 27, 2004 5:04pm PDT

Follow these steps to run ESEUTIL on a non-Exchange system.

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How to create a resource mailbox in Exchange 2010

November 24, 2010 7:30am PST

Scott Lowe provides step-by-step instructions on creating a resource mailbox in Microsoft Exchange 2010.

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Two Windows PowerShell tips for the administration ninja

November 2, 2009 7:31am PST

Bill Detwiler shows to retrieve a list of installed USB devices and kill processes using Windows PowerShell. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original...

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Add a Shutdown folder to Windows with Shutdown Folder Lite

February 11, 2004 8:00am PST

Execute programs when you logoff with this utility.

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TSA Communication may get your bag searched

October 14, 2008 6:03pm PDT

Evan Roth's T.S.A. Communication project is described as art, and is funny at times. It may also be a problem.

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TR Dojo: Enable the hidden Administrator account in Windows 7 and Vista

March 2, 2011 5:40am PST

Bill Detwiler shows you how unlock the hidden Administrator account on Windows 7 and Vista with the Computer Management console and Net User command. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you...

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Recover Exchange using OST files

August 18, 2006 7:00am PDT

If you ever find yourself in a situation in which restoring Exchange from the local OST files is your only option, make sure you do things in the right order.

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Using Webmin: One amazing tool for Linux administration

August 29, 2001 7:00am PDT

If you administer any Linux machines (or are going to need to do so), there is a utility out there that will make your job incredibly easy. In this Daily Feature, Ed Engelking takes a look at the...

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First steps in VBS scripting for administrators

February 10, 2003 8:00am PST

Windows shell scripting and batch files are powerful admin tools, but they are rudimentary compared to the power of VBS scripting. Don't be intimidated by VBS. Follow this basic example to get...

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Secure your computer after a Windows install or reinstall

November 24, 2008 12:28pm PST

Alan Norton details five ways to better secure your Microsoft Windows computer immediately following a clean install until all the important security updates can be installed.

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Introducing Zimbra Collaboration Suite

July 2, 2007 12:00am PDT

The collaboration space is getting crowded these days, with various products offering Exchange-like functionality and a few enticing extras. Among the available solutions is Zimbra, which provides...

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Tech Tip: Install Exchange System Manager on a Windows XP client

December 8, 2003 2:24pm PST

Windows XP doesn't directly supportinstallation of the Windows Server 2000 Administration Tools.Without the Windows 2000 Administration Tools, XP also doesn'tsupport the Exchange System Manager....