Security


The Process That Wouldn't Die

This IT pro should have known better than to reboot the Primary Domain Controller on Friday the 13th. Read on about his special nightmare.

Locking up the Office

Office XP is a big product, one that requires close scrutiny to properly lock down.

Securing Wireless

Bill wraps up his three-part series on building a wireless infrastructure by discussing security protocols.

Exchange Stronghold

Thwart nasty viruses with Sybari’s Antigen.

IT Critical in Helping Iraqi War Effort

Federal Computer Week reporter reports on IT systems deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Client-Side Interop

Rare is the company without non-Windows desktop clients. Yet getting Unix and Apple to connect to and access resources on a Windows-based network can be migraine-inducing. Here's your antidote.

My First 150 Days With a Tablet PC

Is a powerful, lightweight, pen-enabled computer too much to ask for these days? Four contenders are put through their paces in search for the ultimate in mobile computing.

Thwarting the Enemy

Hacker’s Challenge 2 tests your defensive skills.

Embracing Unix and Linux Desktops

These OSs work well on a Windows network when it comes to printing. File-sharing and e-mail, however, are more complicated.

Certified Mail: May 2003

Scripting help; will the "real" security expert, please stand up; and a whole lotta feedback on the "braindumper" case.

Login Simplified

SecureLogin takes the work out of password management.

Time Machine

TrueTime Server keeps your computers on the clock.

Empire of the Air: WEP and EAP

In this second in a series, explore Wired Equivalent Privacy and Extensive Authentication Protocol.

Married to Mac Clients

Macs generally fare well on Windows, with compatible document formats and file-sharing technologies. The latest Mac OS works especially well in the Microsoft universe.

Spam, Spam, Spam, Spam

Put your "Make Money Fast" where your mouth is, Microsoft!

Blueprinting Your Database Landscape

Crafting a map of your database servers can help you build better systems, from increased security to solid disaster-recovery plans. Take these steps to get your server network in order.

Securing Windows 2003 the First Time

There are special considerations when bringing up the first domain controller in the first domain of your new Windows 2003 forest.

What Windows Server 2003 Can Do for You

You've migrated from Windows 2000 in the last year, so why the rush to Windows 2003? Bill examines the pros and cons.

Falling from Orbit

Desktop Orbiter doesn't live up to its promises.

Windows Server 2003 Launch Focuses on Speed, Security and Customer Success

Windows Server 2003, Windows Server System family, make splashing debut, with Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer focusing on security, management, and performance enhancements in the newest network operating

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