10/1/2012

Live! 360

A diverse group of experts in cloud computing, virtualization, SharePoint, Exchange and SQL Server answer questions in advance of the inaugural Live! 360 conference.


In-Depth

Cloud Conversions: Software Vendors Transforming into Service Providers

The cloud is putting pressure on traditional software companies to redefine their focus to a service-oriented business model.


Protect Your Data with Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager 2012

Centralized management and a scoped console simplify administration and troubleshooting duties for running backups.


Barney's Rubble

Outlook's New Split Personality

Microsoft brings its out-of-date Hotmail service into the present with new social networking features, Windows Phone 7 connectivity and richer features. It's also received a new name: Outlook.com.


Decision Maker

Beyond the Hype: Why You Should Consider Windows 8

With features like Windows To Go and DirectAccess, Windows 8 can rise above the controversy to be a solid OS for the enterprise.


Foley on Microsoft

Mastering the Microsoft Name Game

Mary Jo Foley provides a helpful guide on Microsoft's product name changes, and provides some insight on the company's method to the name madness.


Letters to Redmond

October Reader Letters: Security Slipup

Is the cloud the next step to propel security to the future? Readers chime in with their thoughts.


Windows Insider

VM Self-Service: Right Feature, Wrong User

VM Self-Service could be confusing for even the most seasoned IT pro. Thankfully, Greg is here to shed some light on what it means for your private cloud.