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.
March 21st, 2008 by dnielson
The release candidate for Microsoft’s hypervisor technology was issued this week, setting the stage for the company to become a major player in the virtualization market later this year. Also this week, Vista SP1 finally became a reality and some light was shed on the release date of Microsoft’s next desktop OS, Windows 7.
Highlights:
(0:34) Hyper-V reaches RC
(2:07) Vista SP1 released
(3:35) Windows 7 on track for 2010
(4:15) Hosted email on the rise
(5:12) IE8 to have a smaller impact on most enterprises than expected
(6:15) Spotlight on SOX compliance
Other news this week:
Keeping your change management process honest
Server Core could top Windows Server 2008 features
Alliance aims to curb unresolved call center questions
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Posted in Asset Management, Email, Virtualization, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Internet Explorer, SOX compliance | No Comments »
January 25th, 2008 by kcipolletti
Just as Vista gains momentum in the market, rumors of Microsoft’s next desktop OS have surfaced. This week, hear the latest on Windows 7, plus the new tool Microsoft unveiled this week at Lotusphere 2008.
Highlights:
(0:29) Windows 7 could drop in 2009
(1:53) Vista outpaces XP on the security front
(3:10) Microsoft unveils improved migration tool at Lotusphere
(4:46) IE7 update imminent, but workaround available
Other news this week:
Product guide assists busy IT managers
IT compliance documentation: Do it now
Windows change management on a budget
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Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Windows Desktop, Internet Explorer | 4 Comments »
November 30th, 2007 by windowsnews
The first service pack for Exchange Server 2007 was released this week, exactly one year after the original. In today’s podcast, learn what’s new with SP1, plus why Windows Vista can’t seem to catch a break.
Highlights:
(0:46) Exchange 2007 SP1 hits the streets
(2:33) Vista could fave increased security threats in 2008
(3:44) Will XP SP3 outperform Vista SP1?
(4:42) Windows 2000 encryption flaw affects XP
(5:37) Shavlick resumes support for MBSA 1.2
Other news this week:
One MVP discusses the ins and outs of SQL Server 2008
Disaster recovery for Windows: Four critical success factors
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Posted in Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Patch Updates, Windows Desktop | No Comments »
November 16th, 2007 by windowsnews
What would the holiday season be without a wishlist? As we head closer to December, a list has been leaked online displaying what users are looking for in Microsoft’s next desktop OS — Windows 7. Hear what they had to say, and leave a comment telling us which features you’d like to see in the next operating system. Also, listen to the latest on Microsoft’s standalone hypervisor and Exchange Server 2007 SP1.
Highlights:
(0:46) Windows 7 wishlist posted online
(1:46) Microsoft talks up Hyper-V
(2:49) New Vista SP1 build released
(3:36) Exchange 2007 SP1 coming soon
(5:54) WSUS glitch makes waves before Patch Tuesday
(7:00) One critical fix released in November
(8:06) New tool uses Group Policy to protect Office 2007
Other news this week:
Under the hood: Microsoft’s desktop and server manager
Use Microsoft password settings to enforce IT policy
Under the hood: Microsoft’s desktop and server manager
Survey finds thousands of database servers open to attack
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Posted in Security, Virtualization, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Office 2007, Patch Updates, Windows Desktop | No Comments »
August 17th, 2007 by windowsnews
Sometimes you just can’t win. As soon as Microsoft released its monthly patch bulletin on Tuesday, another critical flaw affecting Excel was announced. Hear all about the vulnerability, as well as why yet another edition of Windows XP Pro SP2 is in the works.
Highlights:
(0:29) Lack of product keys forces Microsoft’s hand
(1:50) ‘Highly critical’ Excel vulnerability discovered
(2:54) Microsoft releases nine fixes, six critical
(4:24) Details on the latest Exchange 2007 beta
(6:13) Linux creator criticizes Microsoft
Other news this week:
Virtualization events add options for Windows shops
How to integrate mobile devices into a disaster recovery plan
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Posted in Exchange Server, Interoperability, Patch Updates, Windows Desktop | 1 Comment »
August 10th, 2007 by windowsnews
This week, hear why Microsoft has nixed Windows virtualization on top of Linux for now, plus why the company wants to wean users off Exchange public folders.
Highlights:
(0:29) LinuxWorld ends hope of Windows virtualization with Linux
(2:14) Microsoft high on SharePoint, low on Exchange public folders
(3:46) 64-bit Vista now safe from ‘dangerous’ tool
Other news this week:
Survey says IT shops without plans patch late
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Posted in Virtualization, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Interoperability, 64-bit | No Comments »
July 13th, 2007 by windowsnews
Hear which July patch is most critical to IT pros, what Microsoft has in mind for the future of SaaS, and what you can really expect on February 27th.
Highlights:
(0:27) Launch date announced for Windows Server 2008 and more
(1:17) Ballmer discusses software services
(2:51) Microsoft releseases six patch updates
(4:01) Free malware tool on the way
(5:32) ISA firewall tool gets an upgrade
(6:07) Several updates added to Exchange 2007
Other news this week:
Postini buy helps Google address IT compliance demands
A revised vulnerability rating system gains steam
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Posted in Security, Exchange Server, Patch Updates, IT Enterprise Management, Active Directory, Windows Server 2008 | 1 Comment »
March 16th, 2007 by windowsnews
This week, hear about the second service pack for Windows Server 2003, Microsoft’s “quiet” patch release and what experts learned from the DST ordeal.
Highlights:
(0:27) Microsoft releases Windows Server 2003 SP2
(2:02) Fix issued for Exchange 2000 and 2003
(2:46) DST nightmare is over — what have we learned?
(3:47) StickyKeys vulnerability found in Vista
(5:21) Who should be motivated to pursue Vista certification?
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Windows Server 2003 SP2 drops on patchless Tuesday
Specialists have more reason to chase Microsoft Vista certifications
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Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Upgrades and Migration, Patch Updates, Windows Server, Certifications | No Comments »
December 7th, 2006 by windowsnews
This week, hear reports on the new zero-day flaw affecting Microsoft Word, a potential security flaw in Vista and why 64-bit server sales are up this year.
Highlights:
(0:27) Zero-day flaw affects Microsoft Word
(1:34) Vista vulnerable to malware from 2004
(2:37) Lengthy test period required for Vista, Office migrations
(3:42) 64-bit server sales on the rise
(5:14) Microsoft ‘hazy’ on direction of future Exchange features
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Related articles:
New zero-day affects Microsoft Word
IT managers begin migration to 64-bit servers
Microsoft flip-flopping on future Exchange features
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Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Office 2007, IT Enterprise Management, 64-bit | No Comments »
November 30th, 2006 by windowsnews
This week, hear all about Microsoft’s launches of Vista, Office 2007 and Exchange Server 2007, and listen to how IT managers are preparing for the new releases.
Highlights:
(0:31) Vista, Office 2007 and Exchange Server 2007 are here
(1:57) Migration to new releases could be slow
(3:45) New look and features for Office 2007
(5:20) Questions arise about Office 2007 and SharePoint
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Related articles:
It’s showtime for Vista, Office and Exchange
Training, help desks loom large in Office 2007 adoption
Office 2007 collaboration features puzzle IT managers
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Posted in Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Office 2007, Upgrades and Migration, IT Enterprise Management | No Comments »
