Windows Week in Review - A SearchWinIT.com podcast

Windows Week in Review:

 

A SearchWinIT.com podcast


A weekly podcast covering Microsoft Windows news and events. Includes analysis on Vista, Windows Server 2008 and Exchange, as well as the latest security and patch updates, systems management issues and more.

Microsoft unveils tools for better deployment, remote management

October 31st, 2007 by windowsnews

This week, learn how the latest tools from Microsoft can benefit users, plus why the company is changing its tune regarding the recent controversy over Windows Update.

Highlights:

  • (0:25) IT managers test new OS deployment tool
  • (1:37) Microsoft debuts Mobile Device Manager 2008
  • (2:47) Windows Update issues likely the fault of MS
  • (4:56) Security acts as Vista’s best selling point
  • (6:07) Critical RealPlayer flaw affects IE

    • Other news this week:
    Early plans hatched for virtualization management
    IT shops all ears about virtualizing desktops

     
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    Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Windows Server, Windows Desktop | No Comments »

    Windows Update causes controversy — but who’s to blame?

    October 19th, 2007 by windowsnews

    Last week, Vista users questioned if Microsoft’s patch bulletins changed their Automatic Update settings. This week, the company said it was the users who made the mistake. Who is really to blame? Hear all the details, plus the latest on Windows Server 2008 certification.

    Highlights:

  • (0:27) Microsoft offers explanation for AU mishaps
  • (2:32) Windows 2008 certs coming soon
  • (4:02) Windows 7 to feature shaved-down kernel
  • (5:13) Unofficial URI patch hits the ‘Net

    • Other news this week:
    Converged networking still distressing to IT

     
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    Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Windows Desktop, Certifications, Windows Server 2008 | No Comments »

    So long WGA: IE7 now available to all XP users

    October 12th, 2007 by windowsnews

    It was a big week for Internet Explorer. First Microsoft provided a critical IE fix with its monthly patch update. Then the company removed the WGA requirement from IE7, making the browser available to all Windows XP users. Learn about these stories and more in our weekly news podcast.

    Highlights:

  • (0:26) Four critical patch bulletins released
  • (1:54) Microsoft warns of dangerous URI flaw
  • (2:54) WGA removal increases IE7 availability
  • (4:20) VMware eyes data migration
  • (5:49) Open Text integrates with Exchange

    • Other news this week:
    Release policies set standards for rollouts

     
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    Posted in Security, Virtualization, Patch Updates, Internet Explorer | 3 Comments »

    XP is extended as Vista concerns mount

    October 5th, 2007 by windowsnews

    Is Microsoft really worried about Vista? Many experts think so, and the fact that the company has extended the availability of Windows XP only reinforces their theory. Hear all the details, plus how AutoPatcher could make a comeback sooner than you think.

    Highlights:

  • (0:25) Microsoft extends XP availability
  • (2:00) Four critical patches coming in October
  • (2:27) AutoPatcher: The second coming
  • (3:45) Microsoft, Google discuss SaaS strategies
  • (6:12) Brad Anderson opens up about Configuration Manager 2007

    • Other news this week:
    Russinovich finds his place at Microsoft
    How to design monitoring controls to manage mistakes

     
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    Posted in Software as a Service, Windows Vista, Patch Updates, Windows Desktop | 6 Comments »