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18 mars 2010 : Using GUI to script PowerShell with PowerGUI

Taking a look at PowerGUI, used to create Microsoft PowerShell scripts by using a GUI interface. This tool is perfect for Windows Admins who are new to scripting or just do not feel comfortable with the PowerShell command line.

16 mars 2010 : Seven Free Network Tools for the Busy Admin

Taking a look at seven free networking tools that will help the busy Admin.

11 mars 2010 : Windows 7 Compatibility Testing (Part 2)

This article discusses Microsoft's Application Compatibility Toolkit, and its role in the Windows 7 compatibility testing process.

9 mars 2010 : Group Policy Object Backups (Part 1)

The options available for a Group Policy backup to be completed manually.

3 mars 2010 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 18: Determining the UUID of a Computer

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues examining how to create a script in order to determine the UUID of a computer.

2 mars 2010 : Windows 7 Compatibility Testing (Part 1)

Demonstrating the need for comprehensive compatibility testing prior to a Windows 7 deployment, discussing also the various tools available to help you do so.

25 février 2010 : 10 Core Concepts that Every Windows Network Admin Must Know

The 10 core concepts that every Windows network admin must know. These are the things that you not only need to know in your day to day job as a Windows Network Admin but for anyone who is interviewing as a network admin.

24 février 2010 : DameWare NT Utilities - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Remote Control

DameWare NT Utilities was selected the winner in the Remote Control category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. VNC Enterprise Edition and Radmin 3 Remote Control Software were runner-up and second runner-up (...)

23 février 2010 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 17: Deploying Applications Based on Make and Model

How to use the MDT database to deploy Windows 7 together with Microsoft Office 2007 based on the make and model of your target computers.

18 février 2010 : Getting to Know the Windows Server 2008 R2 Name Resolution Policy Table (NRPT)

Taking a look at the Name Resolution Policy Table (NRPT) in Windows Server 2008 R2.

16 février 2010 : Using Custom ADM Templates with Windows Server 2008/Vista/7

What ADM templates do and how to edit them in your new Windows Server 2008/Vista/7 environment.

11 février 2010 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 16: Using the MDT Database

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues examining how to use the MDT database to customize the deployment of Windows 7 by target computer properties.

9 février 2010 : Windows 7 Simple TCP/IP Services - What and How?

What the Windows 7 Simple TCP/IP Services are and how they can help you.

4 février 2010 : Compatibility Testing for Windows 7 (Part 1)

In spite of the marketing hype, there are some known compatibility issues with Windows 7. This article series will discuss the author's own experiences in upgrading to Windows 7, and will discuss the various tools that are available for Windows 7 compatibility (...)

2 février 2010 : WiMax vs. LTE: Part 3

Concluding the three part series by predicting a winner of the competition between WiMax and LTE.

28 janvier 2010 : Configuring Time in Windows 7 and Win 2008 R2

The importance of having correctly configured time on a PC or server. We will then move on to what is new with Windows 7 when it comes to time configuration. Finally, what happens with the NTP configuration when a server becomes a domain (...)

27 janvier 2010 : Help Desk Pilot - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Help Desk Category

Help Desk Pilot was selected the winner in the Help Desk category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. ExDesk and ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus were runners-up while LiveTime Help Desk was second runner-up.

26 janvier 2010 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 15: Configuring the MDT Database

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues examining how to create and configure the MDT database.

21 janvier 2010 : An Introduction to AppLocker (Part 5)

Concluding the introduction to the AppLocker series by discussing the anatomy of an AppLocker rule, describing how to create rules both manually and automatically and how to modify existing rules.

19 janvier 2010 : Adding Bluetooth Devices in Windows 7

The process of adding a Bluetooth device in Windows 7 as well as giving you some gotchas to watch out for so that the process runs smoothly.

14 janvier 2010 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 14: Automated Migration from Windows XP to Windows 7

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues describing how to automate the migration of a Windows XP computer to Windows 7 while preserving user settings and data.

12 janvier 2010 : WiMax vs LTE: Part 2 LTE

In part two of the series, the author discusses Long Term Evolution as a competitor to WiMax.

7 janvier 2010 : Options for creating a software-based Windows iSCSI Server

The various options available to create a software-based iSCSI Server (or target in iSCSI terminology).

5 janvier 2010 : Product Review: GFI WebMonitor 2009

This article reviews the capabilities and features of GFI WebMonitor 2009, an integrated Web security, monitoring and Internet access control product from GFI Software.

23 décembre 2009 : Active Directory Janitor - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Administration Tools Category

Active Directory Janitor was selected the winner in the Administration Tools category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. DameWare NT Utilities and Hyena were runner-up and second runner-up respectively.

17 décembre 2009 : Creating, Attaching, and Mounting VHD Files in Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2

How to create, attach and mount VHD files in Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2.

15 décembre 2009 : Using Windows Server as a NAT Router

This article walks you through the configuration process for using Windows Server as a NAT router for setting up an isolated test network that has Internet connectivity.

9 décembre 2009 : Deploying BranchCache Hosted Mode - Part 3: Installing BranchCache and Configuring GPO Support for BranchCache

Deploying BranchCache Hosted Mode; How to install BranchCache and configure GPO support for it.

3 décembre 2009 : Mounting ISOs in Windows 7 with Free Tools

Why you should care about ISO files and how to mount them in Windows 7 using freely available tools.

1er décembre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 13: Manual Migration from Windows XP to Windows 7

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues describing how to manually migrate a computer from Windows XP to Windows 7 while preserving the user settings and data on the computer.

26 novembre 2009 : WiMax (Part 1)

A three part series on 3G wireless broadband by discussing WiMax.

25 novembre 2009 : Total Network Inventory - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Network Inventory Category

Total Network Inventory was selected the winner in the Network Inventory category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Network Asset Tracker Pro was first runner-up while Alloy Network Inventory and Remote System Information were second (...)

24 novembre 2009 : Deploying a Hosted Mode BranchCache Server - Part 2: The Lab Network and Order of Operations

How to deploy a Hosted Mode BranchCache server. Taking a look at the lab network and order of operations.

19 novembre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 12: Planning for Application Compatibility

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues by discussing how to plan for application compatibility.

17 novembre 2009 : An Introduction to AppLocker (Part 4)

An introduction to AppLocker, showing you how to create a set of default rules which can help prevent AppLocker from locking you out of Windows.

12 novembre 2009 : Exploring Windows 7's New Search Feature (Part 3)

Concluding the discussion on the Windows 7 search feature by explaining how to index and search network volumes.

10 novembre 2009 : Running Windows Server 2008 R2 - Installing and Creating the Lab Domain Controller (Part 2)

How to install and create the Lab Domain Controller on Windows Server 2008 R2.

5 novembre 2009 : What do you need to know about Windows 7 Certification?

What you need to know about Windows 7 certification. Is it available? Will it help you get a MCITP? What do you need to do to prepare? How can WindowsNetworking.com help you?

3 novembre 2009 : Top 5 Networking Issues with Windows Clients

The 5 most common problems associated with Windows clients over a networked infrastructure.

29 octobre 2009 : Introduction to BranchCache - Part 1: Overview of BranchCache Features and Capabilities

An overview of BranchCache's features and capabilities.

28 octobre 2009 : Cisco IronPort S660 - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Anti Virus Hardware Category

Cisco IronPort S660 was selected the winner in the Anti Virus Hardware category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Abaca Email Protection Gateway and SpamTitan ISO were first runner-up and second runner-up respectively.

27 octobre 2009 : Exploring Windows 7's New Search Feature (Part 2)

This article continues the discussion of Windows 7's search feature by explaining how to customize the way in which files are indexed.

21 octobre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 11: Capturing an Existing Installation

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues with a walkthrough of how to use MDT 2010 to capture an image of an existing installation.

15 octobre 2009 : An Introduction to AppLocker (Part 3)

The tasks that must be completed before creating rules in AppLocker; Which system services must be enabled and how to avoid accidentally locking yourself out of Windows.

13 octobre 2009 : Managing your network remotely with Cellular Routers

How to use cellular Internet routers to manage your network remotely; how it is done and the technology used.

8 octobre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 10: Capturing and Deploying an Image of a Reference Computer

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues with a walkthrough of how to capture and deploy an image of a reference computer.

6 octobre 2009 : The evolution and future of Wi-Fi (Part 2)

Discussing the present state of Wi-Fi technology, 802.11n.

1er octobre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 9: Deploying 32-bit vs. 64-bit Windows

This series of articles on deploying Windows 7 continues with examining the pros and cons of deploying 32-bit vs. 64-bit Windows using MDT 2010.

24 septembre 2009 : Running Windows Server 2008 R2 Installing and Creating the Lab Domain Controller (Part 1)

How to install and create the Lab Domain Controller in Windows Server 2008 R2.

23 septembre 2009 : Acronis True Image Echo Server - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Backup Category

Acronis True Image Echo Server was selected the winner in the Backup category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Symantec Backup Exec and Veritas NetBackup were first runner-up and second runner-up respectively.

22 septembre 2009 : An Introduction to AppLocker (Part 2)

Issues that should be tackled before creating AppLocker rules.

17 septembre 2009 : Solving Windows 7 and Application problems quickly using Problem Steps Recorder (PSR)

Windows 7's "Problem Steps Recorder", how to use it and how it can save you time.

15 septembre 2009 : Exploring Windows 7's New Search Features (Part 1)

Exploring Windows 7's newly redesigned search engine. Taking a look at some of its new capabilities and the various optimizations that Microsoft has made to improve efficiency.

10 septembre 2009 : The evolution and future of Wi-Fi (Part 1)

Wi-Fi began in 1997. Today, the technology has evolved and we now have 802.11n. This article describes some of the basics of this new technology, accompanied by a short outline of its evolution.

8 septembre 2009 : What is Dynamic Virtual Client Computing? Or, What's the Problem with VDI and Why XP Mode is a Good Thing

Taking a look at what Dynamic Virtual Client computing is, taking a look at the problems with VDI and why XP mode is a good thing.

3 septembre 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 8: Understanding LTI Configuration Files

Examining the MDT 2010 configuration files that control the automation of a Lite Touch Installation (LTI).

1er septembre 2009 : Connecting Windows 7 to an iSCSI SAN

How to configure Windows 7 to connect it to an iSCSI SAN.

27 août 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 7: Automated LTI Deployment

How to automate Lite Touch Installation (LTI) using MDT 2010.

26 août 2009 : Cisco ASA 5500 Series SSL/IPsec VPN Edition - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Firewalls & VPN Hardware

Cisco ASA 5500 Series SSL/IPsec VPN Edition was selected the winner in the Firewalls & VPN Hardware category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Juniper Networks NetScreen and SonicWall Pro 5060 were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

26 août 2009 : Cisco ASA 5500 Series SSL/IPsec VPN Edition - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Firewalls & VPN Hardware

Cisco ASA 5500 Series SSL/IPsec VPN Edition was selected the winner in the Firewalls & VPN Hardware category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Juniper Networks NetScreen and SonicWall Pro 5060 were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

25 août 2009 : An Introduction to AppLocker (Part 1)

Why software restriction policies are ineffective and how AppLocker can help.

20 août 2009 : Group Policy Settings: How Settings are Stored (Part 1)

How to store GPO settings, where they are stored, and how they are tracked by the domain controllers in an Active Directory domain.

18 août 2009 : Examining the New Windows 7 User Interface

What you need to know about the new features in Windows 7's user interface.

17 août 2009 : Lansweeper: The Network Admin's Best Friend

Product Review for Lansweeper's freeware Network Inventory Tool, a powerful and effective solution to your inventory needs.

13 août 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 6: Lite Touch using MDT 2010

This series of articles on Windows 7 deployment continues with a walkthrough of Lite Touch deployment using MDT 2010.

11 août 2009 : Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 (Part 2)

Continuing the discussion on Windows 7's Windows XP Mode by taking a look at some of the most significant improvements to virtual machine's technology.

6 août 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 5: MDT 2010 Enhancements

This series of articles on Windows 7 deployment continues by examining the enhancements made in Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010.

4 août 2009 : Windows 2008 Share and Storage Management Tool

The Windows 2008 Share and Storage Management tool; Where to find it, How it can help you, and step by step examples of how to use it.

30 juillet 2009 : Working with Read Only Domain Controllers (Part 3)

Concluding the series on Read Only Domain Controllers by guiding you through the deployment process.

29 juillet 2009 : Symantec Enterprise Vault - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Email Archiving Software

Symantec Enterprise Vault was selected the winner in the Email Archiving Software category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. GFI MailArchiver for Exchange and Archive Attender for Exchange were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

28 juillet 2009 : Configuring Windows Remote Desktop from the command line

How to use Windows Remote Desktop (mstsc.exe) from the command line to connect to remote servers from saved shortcuts or with custom options.

22 juillet 2009 : Using the New Microsoft Network Monitor (netmon) 3.3 with Network Experts

Taking a look at the latest version of Microsoft's Network Monitor version 3.3. More specifically, looking at the new Windows 7 support and Network Experts features.

16 juillet 2009 : Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 (Part 1)

Why the Windows 7's Windows XP Mode feature has potential to change the way Microsoft designs all future operating systems.

14 juillet 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 4: Using MAP 4.0

How to perform a Windows 7 Readiness assessment using MAP 4.0.

9 juillet 2009 : Working with Read Only Domain Controllers (Part 2)

Examining some of the practical aspects of working with Read Only Domain Controllers.

7 juillet 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 3: Understanding MAP 4.0

This series of articles on Windows 7 deployment continues by examining the Microsoft Assessment and Planning Tool version 4.0.

2 juillet 2009 : Troubleshooting common Remote Access Service Problems

Simple solutions to seemingly complex problems with Remote Access Services.

25 juin 2009 : Group Policy Preferences: Understanding and Implementing Item - Level Targeting

Taking a look at Group Policy preferences, more specifically, the implementation of Item-Level targeting.

24 juin 2009 : Acronis True Image Enterprise Server - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Data Recovery Software

Acronis True Image Enterprise Server was selected the winner in the Data Recovery Software category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Quick Recovery RAID and EMC NetWorker were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

23 juin 2009 : 10 New Features of Windows 7 Networking

10 new features of Windows 7 Networking and what is new and improved in the area of networking with Microsoft's latest operating system Windows 7.

18 juin 2009 : Group Policy Preferences: Get Them Running Today!

Taking a look at the new Group Policy preferences and how to get them up and running, today!

17 juin 2009 : 10 Ways to Troubleshoot DNS Resolution Issues

10 different ways to troubleshoot DNS resolutions issues.

11 juin 2009 : Working with Read Only Domain Controllers (Part 1)

Why Microsoft has brought back Read Only Domain Controllers whilst outlining their importance.

9 juin 2009 : Certification Review: Microsoft Network Infrastructure MCTS / MCITP Certification

What it takes to pass Microsoft's Windows 2008 Network Infrastructure certification exam 70-642 and what resources WindowsNetworking.com can offer you.

4 juin 2009 : A First Look at Windows 7 Backup (Part 2)

Outlining more improvements in the Windows 7 Backup and Restore Center.

2 juin 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 2: Using DISM

Windows 7 deployment; continuing by examining how to use the Deployment Image Servicing and Management(DISM)Tool.

28 mai 2009 : A First Look at Windows 7 Backup (Part 1)

How Microsoft has designed the Windows 7 backup application to compensate for Vista's shortcomings.

27 mai 2009 : 3CX Phone System for Windows - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - IP PBX Servers Category

3CX Phone System for Windows was selected the winner in the IP PBX Servers category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Asterisk were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

26 mai 2009 : Backup and Recovery Issues with Windows Server 2008 (Part 2)

Issues that you need to be aware of before you attempt to backup your Windows 2008 server.

21 mai 2009 : Deploying Windows 7 - Part 1: Windows AIK 2.0 Enhancements

Windows 7 deployment; examining the enhancements made in version 2.0 of the Windows Automated Installation Kit.

19 mai 2009 : Fiber Optics

Taking a deep dive into Fibre Optics. Discussing their importance in the world today.

14 mai 2009 : Backup and Recovery Issues with Windows Server 2008 (Part 1)

Issues that you need to know about before attempting to backup your Windows 2008 server.

12 mai 2009 : Deploying Vista - Part 31: Configuring Task Sequences

How to configure task sequences for Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2008.

7 mai 2009 : Configuring IIS To Host an FTP Site (Part 4)

Concludes the series on creating FTP sites by showing how Authentication and Authorization work in IIS 7.

5 mai 2009 : Windows 7: Understanding Network Administration and Configuration

Important differences and improvements between Windows Vista and the new Windows 7 OS when it comes to configuring networking.

30 avril 2009 : Deploying Vista - Part 30: Configuring Deployment Points

How to configure deployment points for Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2008.

29 avril 2009 : SpamTitan ISO - Voted WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Award Winner - Anti Spam Hardware Category

SpamTitan ISO was selected the winner in the Anti Spam Hardware category of the WindowsNetworking.com Readers' Choice Awards. Barracuda Spam Firewall and Symantec Brightmail Traffic Shaper were first runner-up and second runner-up (...)

28 avril 2009 : Readers' Choice Awards Yearly Round Up 2008

The winning solutions for the 2008 Readers' Choice awards.

23 avril 2009 : Configuring IIS To Host an FTP Site (Part 3)

Using IIS to host an FTP site: How to enable SSL encryption for FTP.

21 avril 2009 : Deploying Vista - Part 29: Configuring Distribution Shares (Continued)

How to add packages and applications to distribution shares using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2008.