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.
May 16th, 2008 by dnielson
Microsoft released six patch bulletins in May. In this week’s podcast, get the details on all of these fixes and find out if you could be affected. Also, hear the latest news on Windows XP SP 3 and upcoming product releases from Microsoft, including OneCare for Server and Virtual Machine Manager 2008.
Highlights:
(0:35) Microsoft releases three critical patches in May
(1:50) Problems with Windows XP SP 3
(2:51) OneCare for Server to focus on SMB security
(3:49) Opinions differ on security threats in Vista
(5:47) Microsoft expects to emerge as a systems management player
(7:32) Virtual Machine Manager 2008 beta unveiled
Other news this week:
Managing user profile properties on SharePoint Server 2007
Virtualization vendors not in the security business, says Citrix CTO
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Posted in Security, Virtualization, Windows Vista, Patch Updates, Windows XP | No Comments »
May 9th, 2008 by kcipolletti
After a brief delay to troubleshoot compatibility issues, Microsoft resumed distribution of XP SP3 and Vista SP1 for most this week. Hear why the company halted distribution of the service packs to everyone, plus get info on the features of the second Community Technology Preview for Windows PowerShell 2.0.
Highlights:
(0:35) XP, Vista SP distribution
(1:27) IE7 lock with XP SP3
(3:00) A look inside CTP2 for PowerShell 2.0
(4:39) Desktop virtualization hard sell
Other news this week:
Microsoft will release three critical patches in May
For IT, desktop virtualization is a hard sell
Managing user profile properties on SharePoint Server 2007
XP and Vista SP's available once again…for most [6:52m]:
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Posted in Virtualization, Windows Vista, IT Enterprise Management, PowerShell, Windows XP, Service packs | No Comments »
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
Hyper-V reaches RC, Vista SP1 released [8:08m]:
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Posted in Asset Management, Email, Virtualization, Windows Vista, Exchange Server, Internet Explorer, SOX compliance | No Comments »
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 »
February 8th, 2008 by dnielson
Many IT pros still love Windows XP, and they have the names to prove it. A movement has begun to urge Microsoft to extend the sale of the OS past the current June 30 end date. Listen to Microsoft’s response, plus how Windows Server 2008 is changing Microsoft certification.
Highlights:
(0:30) ‘Save XP’ campaign gains momentum
(1:43) Fake Microsoft Update page creates IT headaches
(2:53) Citrix to unveil new virtualization tools
(4:02) MCSA,MCSE on the way out
(5:14) A preview of Patch Tuesday
(5:59) Details come out about new Vista SP1 kernel
(6:47) System Center Capacity Planner set for release
(7:17) IT hack contest pits Vista against Linux, Leopard
Other news this week:
Dell overhauls support offerings
Reducing Windows desktop total cost of ownership
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Posted in Virtualization, Windows Vista, Systems Management, Patch Updates, Certifications, Windows XP | 11 Comments »
December 14th, 2007 by windowsnews
Originally scheduled for an early 2008 release, Microsoft made the first public trial of its hypervisor technology available this week. But while the Hyper-V beta got an early release, System Center Service Manager has been delayed until the end of the year. Listen to all the details, plus learn what’s new with Microsoft Office 2007 SP1 in this week’s podcast.
Highlights:
(0:45) Hyper-V beta now available…
(2:03) … as is Office 2007 SP1
(2:49) Toolkit blocks automatic SP updates
(3:50) Microsoft gives up the goods on Vista SP1
(5:04) Patch Tuesday provides three critical fixes
(6:05) SCSM delayed until late 2008
Other news this week:
Windows shops set sights on encryption, antivirus in 2008
Get up to speed on service-level agreements for IT
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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 »
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 »
September 14th, 2007 by windowsnews
This week, learn how Microsoft’s agreements with Sun and Citrix will affect IT managers, plus what VMware’s latest technology means to Microsoft’s virtualization strategy.
Highlights:
(0:27) Microsoft works with Sun to expand interoperability …
(1:37) … and joins Citrix on common VHD format
(2:47) September provides one critical patch bulletin
(3:44) SharePoint fix delayed
(6:12) Updates released for IAG 2007 and ISA Server 2006
Other news this week:
Why detective controls are important in change management
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Posted in Virtualization, Interoperability, Patch Updates, 64-bit | No Comments »
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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