Windows Servers


Microsoft Unveils Beta of Windows Home Server 'Vail'

On Monday, Microsoft announced that a beta of its second-generation Windows Home Server solution can now be accessed.

Microsoft Set To Release ADFS 2.0

Upcoming federated ID management technology promises to improve authentication across both server and cloud.

Windows Kernel Patch Sidesteps Rootkit Infections

Microsoft's April patch will block installing a Windows kernel fix in the presence of troublesome malware.

Report: Windows Server Becoming a Mainframe Contender

Organizations are moving more toward using x86-based servers running Windows to handle their business-critical workloads.

Microsoft Updates Service Pack Support Policy

Microsoft announced a slight revision on Tuesday to its end-of-support policy for software service packs.

Microsoft Delivers Record April Patch

April marks another historic Patch Tuesday with 11 security bulletins being rolled out today by Microsoft.

Windows Security Compliance Manager Released

Microsoft rolled out the Security Compliance Manager tool on Thursday to help IT pros manage baseline security in Windows.

Microsoft Dropping Itanium Support

Microsoft plans to end the support it provides on three of its flagship software products for Intel's Itanium processor.

Hyper-V's Missing Feature

Windows Insider has returned to Redmond -- and it feels good to be home!

Backup Basics in Windows Server 2008 R2

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.

Ballmer Guns for the Cloud

Microsoft is betting its business on cloud computing, which will power everything from the Xbox and Windows Phone 7 to Windows, Office and a massive data center in a box.

Green IT: More Data, Less Juice

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.

Azure and BPOS: Clearing the Fog Around Microsoft's Cloud Computing Offerings

A closer look at the Windows Azure Platform and the Business Productivity Online Suite.

The Quest for Compliance

Welcome to Redmond magazine's newest column, directed at IT decision makers and influencers.

Virtualizing Your Exchange Environment

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.

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