Read how IT pro Kirk Foutts used virtualization, Windows 7 and other technologies to create a reliable yet robust touchscreen device for his injured son.
Irrelevant SharePoint search results and lost documents can turn into a waste of time and money, but a few simple steps will help IT pros avoid these problems.
Most IT pros have multiple machines, but keeping files in sync can be a challenge.
Cloud computing may fundamentally change the way IT professionals do their jobs. Smart IT pros will be prepared for the upheaval to come.
A free tool from Microsoft can make backing up data in Windows Server 2008 R2 efficient and almost hassle-free. Here's how to use it effectively.
- By Jeffery Hicks
- 04/01/2010
As the cost of energy rises and budgets collapse, thinking green isn't just an option for IT -- it's a necessity. Fortunately, there are more options than ever to reduce your energy footprint, even as you add capacity.
A closer look at the Windows Azure Platform and the Business Productivity Online Suite.
- By Karen Forster
- 04/01/2010
We talk with IBM Senior Fellow John Lamb about green IT's many benefits.
The decision to virtualize Exchange can be a difficult one, but it can also pay off for some organizations. Here's what to consider when looking at running Exchange in a virtual environment.
- By J. Peter Bruzzese, Lee Owens
- 04/01/2010
From a scaled-down Office client to the much larger role of Silverlight, here are seven things about Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 preview that stood out at last week's conference.
- By Jeffrey Schwartz
- 03/22/2010
Researcher says read the fine print before connecting to the cloud.
- By John K. Waters
- 03/09/2010
Microsoft's newest productivity suite focuses on the user interface, customization and artistic flourishes.
When done right, Enterprise Data Grids offer utility-style computing and easy expansion.
The idea of the private cloud provides a lot of promise, but the technology is not cheap. Here's what vendors can actually offer today -- and how much it will cost.
- By Eric Beehler
- 03/01/2010
A host of new features should attract IT pros to this vastly improved product.
- By Jeffery Hicks
- 02/01/2010
Active Directory can crash your whole computing environment if it goes down, but following some tips and performing a few best practices will keep it running smoothly.
- By Greg Shields
- 02/01/2010
Here are seven powerful predictions for Microsoft's future.
- By Jeffrey Schwartz
- 02/01/2010
Companies may hope training programs will keep users on the straight-and-narrow security path. But how can you tell whether -- and to what extent -- the message is sticking?
Keep your IT knowledge up-to-date without breaking the bank with these simple tips.
After only a few months of availability, many are already moving to Windows 7. Here, readers offer tips and best practices for others making the flight away from Windows XP or Windows Vista.