Reviews


Keep Tabs on SQL Server

These two SQL Server monitoring tools go head-to-head.

Microsoft Project Keeps Tasks on Track

Project is an already strong contender that will get even stronger with the Project 2007 release.

Change Is Good -- Mostly

NetPro's monitoring tool can help you keep a firm grip on changes in your network.

Follow the Rules

This strong, rules-based system will keep a close watch over your network's population.

Keep Your Hard Drive Healthy

Diskeeper helps keep today's monster hard drives neat and organized.

VMware Workstation Is a Virtual Powerhouse

Readers say VMware's desktop virtualization tool, although pricier than Microsoft's free Virtual PC, is definitely worth the money.

Control Your World

Total Traffic Control puts you at the helm of your network traffic.

Microsoft Virtual PC: Good Enough -- for the Price

Virtual PC may be free, but its lack of key features makes its more expensive competitor increasingly attractive.

Virtual Server Has Real Fans

Now that it's free and has "official" Linux support, users find Virtual Server 2005 R2 a more compelling option.

Keep Power Users Under Control

PolicyMaker Application Security lets you apply specific, application-level privileges.

Last Line of Defense

You set the policy, Endforce ensures that it's followed.

Cover Your Assets

Get a grip on your networked assets with the right asset management tool.

Exam 70-431: Covering the Bases

Don't be fooled by the introductory nature of this SQL Server 2005; be prepared to get tested on a broad spectrum of topics.

Put Your Tasks on Automatic

Automate your task management without learning a new language.

To Serve and to Virtualize

Virtualization on the server side can add up to big savings in hardware costs.

Pump Up Your Passwords

Specops Password Policy creates and enforces multiple password policies within Active Directory.

Living in a Virtual World

Virtualization is here to stay, so make sure you're using the right tool.

The 800-Pound Code Gorilla

Visual Studio 2005 is packed with features, but is it too much?

Exchange Server 2003 -- Read All About It

See how these Exchange books stack up and decide which ones you should add to your library.

SBS 2003: Room for Improvement

Small Business Server 2003 is stable and easy to maintain, but readers say it could use a few more tools and options.