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NT-CIP won't fly: Here's why

October 20, 2000 7:00am PDT

Don't get duped thinking Lanop's proposed NT-CIP will save Windows NT 4.0 certification. The 0-6 Cincinnati Bengals have a better chance of winning the Super Bowl this year than the NT-CIP does of...

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Despite Lanop's claims, no vendors are lined up to offer NT-CIP tests

October 19, 2000 7:00am PDT

If you were waiting for the NT-CIP to save your WinNT 4 MCSE, don't hold your breath. Counter to some reports, neither VUE nor Prometric has plans to offer NT-CIP exams. In fact, the...

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Troubleshooting group policies

October 19, 2000 7:00am PDT

In this Daily Drill Down, Brien Posey explains some best practices to help prevent problems with group policies and identifies a few common problems and their solutions.

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Setting up a VPN with Windows 2000

October 18, 2000 7:00am PDT

What you need to know before you plug in a VPN

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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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Understanding Windows 98 image support

October 13, 2000 7:00am PDT

Never the TWAIN shall meet—unless it's Windows 98 and your image hardware. In this Daily Drill Down, Brien Posey gives a graphical account of imaging behind the scenes.

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Lock IT Down: Protecting sensitive data is easy with EFS

October 13, 2000 7:00am PDT

Use Windows 2000s encrypting file system to secure data

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How valuable is your A+ certification?

October 13, 2000 4:28am PDT

A+ Certifications It's always been my understanding that the A+ was nothing more than "entry level" understanding for computer hardware and software basics. I know so many students comming out of...

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FireWire aids working with multimedia

October 9, 2000 7:00am PDT

An emerging standard in data transfer can speed multimedia work. In this Daily Feature, Brien Posey explains this hot solution, called FireWire.

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Surprise! Video training proves helpful

October 6, 2000 7:00am PDT

Can you master Windows 2000 from the comfort of a La-Z-Boy? Erik Eckel says you can. Find out why he says IT managers should pick up LearnKey videos for network administrators and support personnel.

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Step-By-Step: Networking in Windows 2000 Professional

October 5, 2000 7:00am PDT

Learn the issues youll face when using Windows 2000 Professional in a network environment

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Going beyond the buzz to understand VPN technology

October 5, 2000 7:00am PDT

You have heard the buzz about virtual private networks. This article offers the basics on how a VPN works, a list of related acronym definitions, and information on how this new way of connecting...

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Repairing Microsoft Office 2000

October 3, 2000 7:00am PDT

If Office 2000 has been badly damaged, you have more options than reinstalling from scratch. In this Daily Feature, Brien Posey explains what they are.

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Getting rid of General Protection Faults in Windows 98, part 2

October 2, 2000 7:00am PDT

In part one of this series, Brien Posey covered common causes of and troubleshooting methods for Windows 98 GPFs. In this Daily Drill Down, Brien details more difficult causes and cures.

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Why NT-CIP is not for you

September 29, 2000 7:00am PDT

There's a new cert in town. It aims to pick up where Microsoft's NT 4.0 MCSE leaves off. But you'll want to stay away. Learn why in this week's Paperchase Digest.

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TechRepublic members sound off about MCSE certification

September 28, 2000 7:00am PDT

Obtaining an MCSE certification takes time, effort, and money, but is it really all worth it in the end? TechRepublic members share their experiences and opinions about the value of an MCSE in...

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Access your home PC from the office

September 28, 2000 7:00am PDT

Ever been at the office and needed a file off your home PC? In this Daily Drill Down, Brien Posey shows you how to set up Windows 98 to act as a dial-up server so you can get those files you need.

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How to prepare for the MCSE exams

September 27, 2000 4:10am PDT

MCP Very Costly For to Learn. Let Bill Gates Offer some Incentives to Offset His Wind Fall Profits On his Services For a Change. For MSCP's and MCP's MSD Dont you think its About time. What Winn2K...

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Maximize ghosting with the right strategy

September 26, 2000 7:00am PDT

If you're no stranger to "ghosting," you might want to consider whether you're making the most of your efforts. Erik Eckel takes a look, and seeks your feedback, on how to best create...

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Microsoft's .NET strategy means seismic changes for networks

September 26, 2000 7:00am PDT

Since Microsoft announced its “Next Generation” .NET software strategy, speculation about its impact on Microsoft products has been the buzz of technology Web sites and publications....

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