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    IBM Unveils Hardware Bundled With Windows Storage Server 2003

    IBM is shipping versions of its xSeries and BladeCenter servers bundled with Microsoft’s Windows Storage Server 2003 in a move aimed at the market for less-expensive, Windows-based network-attached storage (NAS) file servers. 04/14/2005

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    A Glimpse into Simulations

    Microsoft posts demo of performance-based questions on Web site. 04/14/2005

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    Microsoft Betas Backup and Recovery Product

    Microsoft on Wednesday released a public beta of Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager, a new disk-based backup and recovery server for Windows file servers that was previously called Data Protection Server. 04/13/2005

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    VMware Ships Updated Workstation Product

    Virtualization software publisher VMware is shipping version 5 of its Workstation product, which adds new simulation and testing features as well as support for several 64-bit operating systems. 04/13/2005

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    Patch Tuesday Brings 8 Bulletins, 5 Critical

    Microsoft on Tuesday released eight security bulletins as part of its monthly patching cycle. Five of the patches addressed critical security flaws, while three fixed important security bugs. Microsoft also released two non-security updates for Windows and re-released two security bulletins. 04/12/2005

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    MBSA Supplement Tool to Help Enterprises Catch MSN Messenger Flaw

    Microsoft on Tuesday released a special Enterprise Update Scan Tool to help organizations find computers vulnerable to an MSN Messenger flaw that the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) would miss. 04/12/2005

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    Microsoft Completes Groove Acquisition

    Microsoft completed the $120 million acquisition of Groove Networks last week, after quickly overcoming a shareholder challenge from a dissatisfied former Groove executive. 04/12/2005

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    Microsoft to Pay Gateway $150 Million to Settle Antitrust Claims

    Microsoft and Gateway settled differences resulting from the U.S. v. Microsoft antitrust case with the announcement of a $150 payment from Microsoft that Gateway will use in part to develop and sell systems running Windows and Office. 04/12/2005

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    IT Weekly Roundup, April 8

    From the business wires this week: an enterprise solution for simplifying secure user login, an alternative to Visual Basic, and a network appliance for Web conferencing. 04/08/2005

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    Linux Unpopular with Mid-Sized Companies

    Support and costs to reconfigure systems keep the open-source OS out in the cold. 04/08/2005

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    FullArmor to Ship Updated Group Policy Management Tool

    FullArmor next week will ship version 2.0 of its GPAnywhere Active Directory Group Policy extender tool for administrators. 04/07/2005

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    Microsoft Overhauls Advance Notification, 8 Security Bulletins Coming Tuesday

    Microsoft debuted an expanded Microsoft Security Bulletin Advance Notification service on Tuesday. In addition to warning administrators about new security bulletins, the service will now include non-security, high-priority Windows updates and information about updates to the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. 04/07/2005

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    IBM to OEM NetApp’s Storage Solutions

    In a move meant to undermine EMC’s dominance as the de facto king of storage systems, IBM announced this week an OEM deal whereby Big Blue will sell IBM-branded storage systems built by Network Appliance (NetApp). 04/07/2005

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    New Small Business Edition of Office Slated for Fall

    A new edition of the Microsoft Office 2003 suite will try to attract small business users with an accounting program tailored to their needs. Microsoft Office Small Business Management Edition is slated for public availability in "early fall," Microsoft said this week. 04/07/2005

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    Windows Server 2003 SP1 Has Goodies for Terminal Server

    The first service pack for Windows Server 2003 isn't just a security booster. It adds several features to Windows Terminal Services, Microsoft explained in a white paper out this week. 04/06/2005

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    Altiris Updates Its IT Lifecycle Management Suite

    Altiris is shipping version 6.1 of its IT lifecycle management package, Client Management Suite. 04/06/2005

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    Windows for Grids Pushed Back to 2006

    Microsoft will delay delivery of Windows Server 2003, Computer Cluster Edition, a new edition of Windows aimed at grid-computing scenarios. 04/06/2005

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    Slow Corporate Rollout for Windows XP SP2

    If you haven't installed Windows XP Service Pack 2, and feel Microsoft's April 12 deadline bearing down, you're not alone. 04/05/2005

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    Study: Windows Reputation Gets a Lift

    Microsoft made strides among customers this year in improving the image of Windows servers against Linux servers on security, quality, performance and reliability, according to a new independent study. 04/05/2005

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    Microsoft Rises in Fortune 500 Ranking

    Microsoft climbed five spots to reach 46th in the annual Fortune 500 ranking of the largest companies in the United States by revenues. 04/05/2005

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    Microsoft Previews Board-Level Certification at TechMentor

    Microsoft plans to introduce a board-level certification, called the Microsoft Certified Architect Program, designed to "identify architectural expertise," says the company. 04/04/2005

  • In-Depth

    Exchange Storage Rules: 15 Ways to Simplify, Solidify and Save

    Exchange Server 2003 offers advances in scalability, allowing for dramatic server and storage consolidation efforts—if it's properly configured. These best practices will send you in the right direction. 04/01/2005

  • Egregious Forms of Business-Speak

    We certainly hope you're not guilty of using some of these IT buzzwords at work! 04/01/2005

  • A Tragedy of Errors

    Just because you run a computer magazine doesn't mean you're immune to network problems and usability issues. 04/01/2005

  • In-Depth

    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. 04/01/2005

  • In-Depth

    SA Exposed

    Customers have few kind words for Microsoft's Software Assurance, and even fewer good choices for upgrades. 04/01/2005

  • In-Depth

    MOM 2005 Feels the Love

    Readers generally like what they see in the 2005 makeover of Microsoft Operations Manager, citing improved usability, better reporting and expanded monitoring. 04/01/2005

  • Scriptomatic Redux

    Scriptomatic Version 2 improves upon some of the limitations of the previous iteration of this handy scripting tool. 04/01/2005

  • In-Depth

    6 Reasons to Consider Apache

    Even though IIS gets more secure with each generation, having at least a few Apache Web servers in your shop makes sense. 04/01/2005

  • Out, Foul Spyware!

    Beta Man looks at the recently released beta Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware software. 04/01/2005

  • Windows Insider

    Notify with WMI

    Find out how to use Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) for system notifications without having to write scripts. 04/01/2005

  • The Death of Paper MCSEs

    This MCSE doesn't think he'd be able to pass the new performance-based questions recently added to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator exams. 04/01/2005

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    Why Longhorn Still Matters

    Tantalizing performance gains could be on tap if Microsoft takes advantage of multi-core processors and 64-bit chips. 04/01/2005

  • In-Depth

    Open 24 Hours: Load Balancing

    The proper level of load balancing services can ensure consistent availability of Web services. 04/01/2005

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    IT Weekly Roundup, April 1

    From the business wires this week: a remote assistance tool for help desk professionals, anti-spam and anti-spyware solutions, and a Windows data recovery tool. 04/01/2005

  • Keep Tabs on the Workplace Web

    Websense helps you enforce your organization's Web policies and keep employees surfing on the straight and narrow. 04/01/2005

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    Extending Active Directory

    Centrify wades in to market for directory interoperability tools while Vintela bulks up. 04/01/2005

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    HP Picks NCR Veteran for CEO Post

    HP this week announced it has hired Carly Fiorina’s replacement. The new CEO is Mark Hurd, a 25-year NCR executive whose most recent post was as president and CEO of the Ohio-based computermaker. 03/31/2005

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    "Performance-Based" Exams Go Live

    New simulation exams for MCP exams 70-290, 70-291, roll out of Redmond worldwide at select testing centers. 03/31/2005

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    HP Upgrades Quad ProLiant Servers to 'Truland' – Cuts 8-Way Line

    HP is shipping two redesigned ProLiant servers that use Intel’s new 64-bit Xeon four-processor architected “Truland” processors. At the same time, the company disclosed it is discontinuing its eight-processor, Xeon-based ProLiant servers. 03/31/2005

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    John Doe Lawsuits Filed Against Phishing Operators

    Microsoft filed 117 "John Doe" lawsuits against phishing site operators in an effort to curtail the identity theft scams. 03/31/2005

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    Windows Server 2003 SP1 Released to Manufacturing

    Microsoft on Wednesday night released to manufacturing the long-awaited Service Pack 1 for Windows Server 2003. The company also released to manufacturing the x64 editions of Windows Server and Windows XP. 03/30/2005

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    Microsoft Agrees to Changes to Windows XP Edition N

    A day after publicly accepting the European Commission's suggestion for naming the European version of Windows XP without Windows Media Player, Microsoft announced some further measures to comply with commission requirements. 03/30/2005

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    Free MCP Exam for Military Personnel

    Microsoft partners up to offer free exam voucher to military personnel; limited time offer. 03/30/2005

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    Microsoft Lining up Products for x64, Multi-core Support

    During Intel's launch of the "Truland" computing platform this week, a Microsoft executive laid out a roadmap of products that will be x64 and multi-core enabled this year and next. 03/30/2005

  • Countdown to Your New Microsoft Deal, Part I

    Many Enterprise Licensing 6.0 agreements will expire June 30. Start preparing now with these tips from Microsoft negotiating guru Scott Braden. 03/29/2005

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    Report: Major Privacy Technology Coming in Longhorn

    Microsoft is working on a technology for Windows Longhorn called "Info-cards" that is designed to return control of personal data, such as credit cards and Social Security numbers, to users, according to a report published this week. 03/29/2005

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    Intel Debuts Key Parts of Its 64-bit Xeon Strategy

    Intel on Tuesday launched its "Truland" platform, which represents the first time the chip giant has offered x86-based 64-bit extensions for the Intel Xeon processor MP chips designed for four-way and larger servers. 03/29/2005

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    Indigo, Avalon Previews Available to All Comers

    Over the weekend, Microsoft posted the "Indigo" and "Avalon" community technology previews for free to anyone with the bandwidth to download them. 03/28/2005

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    European Windows Called 'Windows XP Home Edition N'

    Microsoft and the European Commission settled on names for the version of Windows XP stripped of the Windows Media Player-- Windows XP Home Edition N and Windows XP Professional Edition N. 03/28/2005

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