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.

Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2 and Azure take center stage at PDC 2008

October 31st, 2008 by kcipolletti

Microsoft held its Professional Developers Conference in Los Angeles this week, and kept attendees at the edge of their seats with talk of Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2 and its new Azure Services Platform. Hear what features will be included in the new OSes and what experts are saying about the company’s cloud computing platform. Also, learn when new the service pack betas for Vista and Windows 2008 are expected to arrive.

Highlights:

  • (0:50) Windows 7 has new tools for admins
  • (2:56) Microsoft talks Windows Server 2008 R2 features
  • (5:26) Windows Azure Services Platform details
  • (6:50) Vista and Windows Server 2008 SP betas on the way

    • Other recent news and tips:

  • Is your Windows shop prepared for a privacy breach?
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    Posted in Windows Vista, Upgrades and Migration, IT Enterprise Management, Windows Desktop, Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Tools, Service packs | No Comments »

    Windows XP SP3 lands

    April 25th, 2008 by kcipolletti

    Microsoft released Windows XP’s third service pack to manufacturing this week. Hear about Microsoft’s plans to offer free mainstream support for XP SP3, plus info on the latest Windows zero-day flaw.

    Highlights:

  • (0:45) XP SP3 arrives
  • (1:33) System Center making strides
  • (2:57) A look inside Microsoft’s Security Intelligence Report
  • (4:39) Microsoft investigates a new zero-day flaw

    • Other news this week:

  • Will services bring superior security to all?
  • Managing assets with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager
  • Following access control compliance requirements in a Windows environment

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    Posted in Security, Upgrades and Migration, Systems Management, IT Enterprise Management, Windows Desktop, Windows XP, Windows security | No Comments »

    Do IT pros care about Windows XP SP3?

    March 28th, 2008 by kcipolletti

    The third service pack for Windows XP is inching closer to release, but does anyone care? This week, hear why Vista is no longer the only desktop OS that Windows shops are in no hurry to upgrade to, plus info on the latest toolsets released by Microsoft.

    Highlights:

  • (0:36) Windows XP Service Pack 3 RC 2 now available
  • (1:31) Windows enterprises to stick with XP
  • (4:17) Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2008 ready for download
  • (5:11) Tools for remote administration
  • (6:15) MS warns of actively exploited Word flaw

    • Other news this week:

    New user interface in Windows Vista may affect applications
    How to create a user access management process for Windows
    Troubleshooting a cross-forest trust in Active Directory

     
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    Posted in Asset Management, Windows Vista, Upgrades and Migration, IT Enterprise Management, Windows Desktop, Windows XP | 4 Comments »

    Active Directory enhancements on the horizon

    March 14th, 2008 by kcipolletti

    It’s safe to say that Microsoft was pretty busy this week. The company made an acquisition to enhance its desktop virtualization strategy, worked on new tools to boost Active Directory and even found time to release a handful of new patch bulletins. Learn all the latest developments in this week’s podcast.

    Highlights:

  • (0:27) New tools for Active Directory
  • (1:29) MS plans to integrate Identity Lifecycle Manager v2 with Office 2007
  • (2:11) API and protocol documentation beta on the way
  • (3:12) Microsoft boosts virtual desktop plan with Kidaro buy
  • (4:49) VMware adopting PowerShell
  • (5:46) Patch Tuesday provides four critical fixes

    • Other news this week:

    How to create a cross-forest trust in Active Directory
    Server Core could top Windows Server 2008 features
    How the service desk can help Windows shops meet SOX compliance

     
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    Posted in Virtualization, Upgrades and Migration, Patch Updates, IT Enterprise Management, Active Directory, PowerShell | No Comments »

    Vista could be on the rise as SP1 refresh goes public

    January 18th, 2008 by windowsnews

    Just days after making it available to only a select group of testers, Microsoft released the Windows Vista SP1 RC refresh to the public. Learn about the steps users must take to install it, plus the latest on a new zero-day flaw affecting Microsoft Excel in this week’s podcast.

    Highlights:

  • (0:29) Windows Vista SP1 RC refresh goes public
  • (2:20) Vista gains momentum in the U.S. and overseas
  • (3:27) More details on AD for Windows 2008 revealed
  • (4:47) IE7 update imminent — admins must take action
  • (5:25) New zero-day affects several versions of Excel

    • Other news this week:
    Windows Server 2008’s Group Policy has faster searching and filtering
    Nagging Windows NT or Win2K problems? Use Sysinternals’ PsTools
    Debugging Userenv issues using Windows new event viewer

     
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    Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Upgrades and Migration, Active Directory, Windows Server 2008, Internet Explorer | 3 Comments »

    No Patch Tuesday? No problem! Microsoft releases SP2 instead

    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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    Related articles:
    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 »

    Spotlight on Vista and Office 2007

    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 »

    Gearing up for Microsoft’s release party

    November 9th, 2006 by windowsnews

    This week, listen to the latest on the upcoming releases of Windows Vista, Office System 2007 and Exchange Server 2007.

    Highlights:

  • (0:27) Closing in on Vista’s release
  • (1:29) Mark Minasi’s quick thoughts on Vista
  • (2:02) Office 2007 released to manufacturing
  • (2:34) Microsoft prepares for Exchange 2007 release
  • (3:51) CTP for SQL Server 2005 SP2 made available
  • (4:32) Microsoft warns of new zero-day flaw

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    Related articles:
    Vista reaches its last milestone
    Mark Minasi highlights Vista pluses
    For some, the new Exchange is the old Exchange

     
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    Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Office 2007, Upgrades and Migration, SQL Server | No Comments »

    Preparing for Vista, Exchange and more new Microsoft releases

    November 2nd, 2006 by windowsnews

    This week, listen to some of the challenges involved in Vista migrations, the benefits of the new ITMU update and how IBM is helping companies virtualize their desktop environments.

    Highlights:

  • (0:26) Heavy planning required for new Windows upgrades
  • (1:13) Additions made to Inventory Tool for Microsoft Updates
  • (2:02) New server management software hits release candidate stage
  • (3:09) Virtual Machine Additions 1.1 released
  • (4:04) IBM presents Virtual Infrastructure Access Service

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    Related articles:

    New Windows generation raises same old IT challenges
    After shaky beta, new MOM moves to RC1
    Virtual Machine Addition betas readied
    Symantec to reactivate IT support discussion boards

     
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    Posted in Security, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Office 2007, Upgrades and Migration | No Comments »