Directory Services


Virtual Idol

VMware puts on a stellar virtualization performance with its latest version of Workstation.

How NOT to Architect Active Directory

Learn how to do Active Directory design right from these real-world case studies of those who have done it wrong.

Device Management

The command-line tool DevCon.exe provides a ton of functionality.

WSUS: Better Name, Better Product

Readers report that Microsoft's Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) tool is a vast improvement over its predecessor SUS.

Quest Updates Tool for Migrating from NDS to Active Directory

Quest Software is shipping the latest release of a tool designed to simplify migration from Novell NDS to Microsoft Active Directory.

No Scripting Required

ADtoolkit enables anyone to perform Active Directory group edits.

What You Got?

Asset Navigator helps you keep tabs on what you have and how it's being used.

Managing in Isolation

Remote management has never been a Microsoft strong suit, but Windows Server 2003 is helping users manage servers that no IT staff can touch.

7 Terminal Services Tips

Terminal Services is a lot like poker—anyone can play, but it takes smarts and strategy to play well. These seven tips will make you a shark.

For Windows Server, a Busy 2005

Rapid-fire releases to include SP1, x64, R2 and the Longhorn Beta.

5 Essential Scripts

Time is money and money is tight, but these five scripts can help any admin get more done every day.

Easy AD Troubleshooting

NetPro's Directory Troubleshooter fills the Active Directory management void.

Stalled Exchange 2000 Setup

Migration to Exchange 2000 seems to go fine, but setup comes to a screeching halt for this admin.

Are You Restrictive with Your Groups?

The miracle of Group Policy is that you can maintain tight reins on who has admin rights.

DHCP Roll Call

Scriptable method for obtaining a list of DHCP server names in a domain.

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