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DNS: What's New in Name Resolution?

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Windows Server 2008 brings the winds of change to DNS, including revisions to how Windows finds domain controllers and a new feature called GlobalNames Zone. Most importantly, find out if you can finally disable WINS and NetBIOS.


Identity and Security: Microsoft’s Next Generation

By Jeff James, 04/23/2009

Microsoft’s new Identity and Security Business Group could make it easier for IT pros to deploy and manage their access and security infrastructures.

What's New in DNS and Name Resolution?

By Mark Minasi, 04/21/2009

New DNS features in Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista—and upgrades to Windows XP and Windows Server 2003—get you closer to a world without WINS.

Organize Your Active Directory Objects

By Tony Murray, 04/16/2009

You can control Active Directory objects better when they're tied to a guardian you set up.

A First Look at Exchange 2010

By Tony Redmond, 04/15/2009

Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 includes significant changes in the Information Store, a new approach to high availability through database replication, management and ...

Create Your Own PowerShell Functions

By Robert Sheldon, 04/14/2009

You can make PowerShell functions as simple or as complex as necessary. Here's what you need to know to get started.

Conquer Desktop Heap Problems

By Michael Morales, 04/13/2009

Getting too many out of memory messages or application startup failures? Such problems are symptoms of desktop heap issues, which you can troubleshoot and solve using Task Manager ...

Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7: Better Together

By Michael Otey, 04/09/2009

Windows Server 2008 R2 includes several features that are designed specifically to improve the client experience for Windows 7 systems.

The Little Things About Windows Server 2008 R2

By Michael Otey, 04/09/2009

Server 2008 R2 includes several small but noticeable changes, mostly stemming from adoption of the Windows 7 interface.

Inside Windows Server 2008 R2

By Michael Otey, 04/09/2009

Big changes in Server 2008 R2 include Live Migration, the Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC), and the PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE).

What You Need to Know About Windows 7 RC

By Paul Thurrott, 04/08/2009

The Windows 7 release candidate gives you a near-final look at what might be Microsoft's best OS to date.

Tool Time: Encrypt Files with AxCrypt

By Serge Bedard, 04/08/2009

AxCrypt is a free utility that integrates with Windows Explorer. You can encrypt a single file or a bunch of files with just a couple of clicks.

Get Your IT Resume to the Top of the Pile

By Readers, 04/08/2009

In these tough economic times, getting an IT resume noticed can be challenging because of the number of resumes HR receives for an IT position. To overcome this challenge, one IT ...

Booting Up with Bcdedit

By Mark Minasi, 04/07/2009

Bcdedit lets you modify what Microsoft calls your OS entry options.

Buyer's Guide: KVM over IP Switches

By Jason Bovberg, 04/02/2009

Using a KVM over IP switch, one person can easily manage systems in several locations.

Are You Turning to Virtualization to Cut IT Expenses?

By Jeff James, 03/30/2009

Virtualization can help save money and increase efficiency in cash-strapped IT environments.

Xobni

By Anne Grubb, 03/30/2009

This easy-to-use Outlook add-on enables you to use email more efficiently by providing enhanced search functionality.

Unbounded Printing Services for SharePoint

By Curt Spanburgh, 03/06/2009

Tired of SharePoint’s printing limitations? This product offers enhance print services that make it easier to print SharePoint documents.

PatchSee Ethernet Cables

By Zac Wiggy, 03/05/2009

Simple but useful Ethernet cables can help you see the light when it comes to figuring out which end leads where.

Windows Vista Shortcomings as a Business OS

By Michael Otey, 02/23/2009

Well-publicized problems such as speed and compatibility combine with Wi-Fi network connection problems and other glitches to prevent Windows Vista from meeting a business ROI.

Scripting Utilities to Keep Tabs on Your Printers

By Jim Turner, 02/10/2009

Tracking changes to printer configurations in a large organization can be very difficult. These two scripts can save you troubleshooting effort by recording changes and letting ...

Moving your Public Folders to SharePoint

By Ron Charity, 02/03/2009

Migrating your Exchange public folders to SharePoint is a complex task but with this guidance, you can avoid many of the pitfalls.


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