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The May 2002 issue of Windows & .NET Magazine covers Remote Administration. Learn how to choose remote administration tools and the benefits of XP's Help and support features. We also share a Perl script to help you save time and reduce costs.


Version 2 Certificate Templates

By Jan De Clercq, 04/22/2002

The .NET Server PKI’s Version 2 templates offer increased flexibility and control.

PKI Comes of Age

By Jan De Clercq, 04/22/2002

Microsoft’s updated public key infrastructure offers enhanced capabilities and easier usage.

Reasons to Migrate Your Users to Windows XP

By Michael Otey, 04/22/2002

Despite the WPA controversy, migrating to XP is a smart move for your organization.

IDC: 75 Million Windows XP Licenses to Sell in 2002

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

Maybe XP is Microsoft's best-selling OS ever.

Roaming Profiles

By Readers, 04/22/2002

Roaming profiles let you send files to users on the network.

Remote Administration of Windows Server Systems

By David Chernicoff, 04/22/2002

There is no comprehensive solution that remotely administers Windows server systems across your systems environment. Accept that fact—then develop a remote administration plan ...

Looking for Help with a Mystery Startup Glitch

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

A reader asks for help with a troublesome startup problem.

IM-Based Vulnerability Affects Millions

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

Attacks based on Instant Messaging might soon outpace email-based attacks.

Gigabit Ethernet Switches

By Tom Iwanski, 04/22/2002

Our Lab tests show what kind of performance gains you can expect when you introduce 1000Base-T switches into your network.

Evaluating the Cisco VPN 3000 Series Concentrator

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

The doctor gives a rundown about this VPN hardware series.

Configuring Offline Files

By Kathy Ivens, 04/22/2002

Learn how to let users synchronize local and server-based files.

Cross-Certification and the PKI User

By Jan De Clercq, 04/22/2002

Find out about the pros and cons of cross-certification, from a user’s standpoint.

Checking Remote Registries

By Dave Roth, 04/22/2002

Save time adn reduce support costs with this Perl script that discovers and changes remote servers' registry settings.

So Many Remote Control Options

By Don Jones, 04/22/2002

How do you decide which remote administration tools are right for you? Here are a few guidelines.

What's Remote Desktop?

By Sean Daily, 04/22/2002

How does Remote Desktop differ from Remote Assistance?

Must-Have Remote Administration Tools

By Don Jones, 04/22/2002

So many tools--Terminal Services, VNC, Remote Command, Telnet, Remote Shell, Remote Console. Which ones are right for you?

AMD and Intel Raise the Stakes

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

AMD and Intel compete for market share with new, faster processors.

Following Up on Dual-Monitor Expansion

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

Dr. Bob passes along a reader’s advice regarding a previous tip.

Help Desk Software

By Mark Weitz, 04/22/2002

Help desk software vendors provide products that reduce the support workload while increasing end-user satisfaction.

Get Ready for Web Services

By Michael Otey, 04/22/2002

Visual Studio .NET’s arrival makes Web services a reality. Start planning now for their deployment and security.

Disabling Keyboard-Layout Switches

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

A quick way to disable keyboard-layout switching sequences by default.

My Quest for Win2K Computing Nirvana

By Sean Daily, 04/22/2002

Sony’s PictureBook VAIO C1 subnotebook might help you attain mobile computing nirvana.

Windows XP Warning Overblown

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

Microsoft security offers a huge target for criticism, but the media blew one recent vulnerability out of proportion.

Finding the Answer to a Word 2002 Error

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

A mysterious Word 2002 error is driving this reader to distraction.

Using Null Session Shares

By Dave Roth, 04/22/2002

Using null session shares isn’t usually a good idea, but here are some circumstances under which you might need them.

.NET Server PKI Policy Rules

By Jan De Clercq, 04/22/2002

The .NET Server PKI supports name constraints, application policy, and issuance policies rules.

Load Testing Exchange 2000

By Evan Morris, 04/22/2002

Use LoadSim to push your Exchange servers to the limit and gather a wealth of useful performance information.

Windows XP’s Help and Support Features

By Sean Daily, 04/22/2002

Learn how XP’s new Help and support features—-particularly Remote Assistance—-can benefit you and users.

The Cmdhere and Cusrmgr Tools

By Mark Minasi, 04/22/2002

Cmdhere lets you right-click any folder to open a command prompt window; Cusrmgr randomizes an account’s password.

Asset and License Management

By Tom Iwanski, 04/22/2002

Keep an accurate inventory of your hardware and software assets.

Letters to the Editor

By Editors, 04/22/2002

Readers share their comments about DNS, disabling the Print Spooler service, locating DhcpExim, ATA disk performance, operations masters, Microsoft Operations Manager, and ...

Troubleshooting the AT Command

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

Why can’t this reader use the NT AT command any more? Dr. Bob offers a possible solution.

Microsoft IT Academy Beckons Geeks

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

Watch out, Harvard and Yale.

Maybe Upgrading Is a Good Thing

By Paul Thurrott, 04/22/2002

Common sense lies somewhere between "constantly upgrade" and "never upgrade."

Wireless Security

By Tom Iwanski, 04/22/2002

Whether or not you trust WEP, safer alternatives are on the way to help you secure your wireless network.

Determine Who Has a File Open

By Readers, 04/22/2002

A reader uses a Visual Basic script rather than Server Manager to find out which users have a particular file open.

Top 10 XP Registry Hacks

By Melissa Mendick, 04/22/2002

Tweak XP's registry to improve performance and usability.

Explaining an IM Quirk

By Bob Chronister, 04/22/2002

The doctor directs a reader to a patch for an Exchange 2000 Server IM bug.


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