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Have you downloaded the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP Beta yet ? The Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Beta helps keep your PCs and servers on the latest support level, provides ongoing improvements to the Windows Operating System (OS...
As many of you know I spend a lot of time working in, consulting with, and teaching virtualization. Because I am such a strong believer in certifications I was proud of the three virtualization certs I previously held – two Microsoft Certified Technology...
I was so excited about the product from the minute I heard of it. In January, 2007 Kevin Beares took me into his office and showed me the three servers running a VERY early alpha (read: dogfood) build of what would eventually be called Microsoft...
When Microsoft announced the Server Core functionality of Windows Server 2008 a lot of people got very excited. Server Core is essentially the functionality of a server OS without any of the bloat of either a regular server or workstation OS. ...
Back when I was a computer support technician I used to carry a binder of CDs and DVDs, including (but certainly not limited to!) every version and edition of Windows client and server. This came in handy every time I replaced a hard drive because...
This article explains how to install a new domain forest on Windows Server Core, or in the Windows Server CLI (Command Line Interpreter). I will not discuss any other option for RODCs, existing domains, child domains, and so on… there are a plethora...
For more information about the Windows Springboard Series visit http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=8418918 . A lot of people cannot understand how IT Professionals and enthusiasts can get excited about some things. I ordered my new laptops last week;...
Theresa and I bought a new car recently. It's Green . To be specific, it is actually a colour called Aloe Green Metallic , which to me sounds like a pretentious way of saying it's green. The car was actually available in one of seven...
I owe a great debt to Microsoft Canada (Damir!) and Hewlett Packard Canada (Laurie!) who came through to supply me with a server for my last two projects. If you happen to find yourself in the market for a server for a small to mid-sized company...
There is a big difference between things that can be done as opposed to what should be done. I have discussed virtualization in great detail of late because of how interesting it is to the average IT Professional. Windows Server Virtualization...
This past Monday I had the opportunity to present what I call a 'Let's Get Excited' presentation to an architect audience at Microsoft Canada. I was asked to showcase several new features of Windows Server 2008, due to launch on February...
Microsoft Windows Small Business Server is a great solution for small businesses of any size, from two to seventy-five seats. The standard package offers the complete functionality of Windows Server, along with a web server, mail server, SharePoint...