Windows Week in Review http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com A SearchWinIT.com podcast Fri, 16 May 2008 16:20:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=wordpress-mu-1.0 en ©SearchWinIT.com bcournoyer@techtarget.com (SearchWinIT.com) bcournoyer@techtarget.com Windows Podcasts 1440 Windows Server, Microsoft, Vista, security, SQL Server, Exchange 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. SearchWinIT.com SearchWinIT.com bcournoyer@techtarget.com No no http://ttcma.techtarget.com/digitalguide/images/podcast/winIT_wwir-sm.gif Windows Week in Review http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com 144 144 Microsoft issues three critical fixes, details upcoming product releases http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/16/microsoft-issues-three-critical-fixes-details-upcoming-product-releases/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/16/microsoft-issues-three-critical-fixes-details-upcoming-product-releases/#comments Fri, 16 May 2008 15:27:22 +0000 dnielson Security Virtualization Windows Vista Patch Updates Windows XP http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/16/microsoft-issues-three-critical-fixes-details-upcoming-product-releases/ 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
    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/16/microsoft-issues-three-critical-fixes-details-upcoming-product-releases/feed/ 9:33 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 ... 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 Security,,Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,XP SearchWinIT.com no No     XP and Vista SPs available once again…for most http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/09/xp-and-vista-sps-available-once-again%e2%80%a6for-most/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/09/xp-and-vista-sps-available-once-again%e2%80%a6for-most/#comments Fri, 09 May 2008 14:54:58 +0000 kcipolletti Virtualization Windows Vista IT Enterprise Management PowerShell Windows XP Service packs http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/09/xp-and-vista-sps-available-once-again%e2%80%a6for-most/ 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
    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/09/xp-and-vista-sps-available-once-again%e2%80%a6for-most/feed/ 6:52 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 ... 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 Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,PowerShell,,Windows,XP,,Service,packs SearchWinIT.com no No     News from Interop and MMS 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/02/news-from-interop-and-mms-2008/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/02/news-from-interop-and-mms-2008/#comments Fri, 02 May 2008 15:38:53 +0000 kcipolletti Windows Vista IT Enterprise Management Windows Desktop Windows XP Service packs http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/02/news-from-interop-and-mms-2008/ Both Microsoft Management Summit and Interop were held this week, and editors Brendan Cournoyer and Dana Brundage call in to talk about the latest news from Las Vegas. Also, hear why the release of Windows XP SP3 has been delayed yet again by Microsoft.

    Highlights:

  • ( 0:36) MMS Las Vegas with SearchWinComputing.com editor Brendan Cournoyer
  • ( 5:46) Interop Las Vegas with SearchWindowsSecurity.com editor Dana Brundage
  • ( 8:42) XP SP3 release delayed again
  • ( 9:50) Vista implementation inevitable, says one industry analyst
  • (11:19) Microsoft botnet hunter to help thwart cyber crime

    • Other news this week:

  • Microsoft plants itself in center of a virtual universe
  • Microsoft demos hosted service to troubleshoot Windows
  • Does upgrading to Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 mean rebuilding?

    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/05/02/news-from-interop-and-mms-2008/feed/ 12:37 Both Microsoft Management Summit and Interop were held this week, and editors Brendan Cournoyer and Dana Brundage call in to talk about the latest news ... Both Microsoft Management Summit and Interop were held this week, and editors Brendan Cournoyer and Dana Brundage call in to talk about the latest news from Las Vegas. Also, hear why the release of Windows XP SP3 has been delayed yet again by Microsoft. Highlights: ( 0:36) MMS Las Vegas with SearchWinComputing.com editor Brendan Cournoyer ( 5:46) Interop Las Vegas with SearchWindowsSecurity.com editor Dana Brundage ( 8:42) XP SP3 release delayed again ( 9:50) Vista implementation inevitable, says one industry analyst (11:19) Microsoft botnet hunter to help thwart cyber crime Other news this week: Microsoft plants itself in center of a virtual universe Microsoft demos hosted service to troubleshoot Windows Does upgrading to Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 mean rebuilding? Windows,Vista,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,Windows,Desktop,,Windows,XP,,Service,packs SearchWinIT.com no No     Windows XP SP3 lands http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/25/windows-xp-sp3-lands/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/25/windows-xp-sp3-lands/#comments Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:11:47 +0000 kcipolletti Security Upgrades and Migration Systems Management IT Enterprise Management Windows Desktop Windows XP Windows security http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/25/windows-xp-sp3-lands/ 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
    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/25/windows-xp-sp3-lands/feed/ 6:34 Microsoft released Windows XP's third service pack to manufacturing this week. Hear about Microsofts plans to offer free mainstream support for XP SP3, plus info ... Microsoft released Windows XP's third service pack to manufacturing this week. Hear about Microsofts 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 Security,,Upgrades,and,Migration,,Systems,Management,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,Windows,Desktop,,Windows,XP,,Windows,security SearchWinIT.com no No     Is third time the charm for XP and SQL service packs? http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/18/is-third-time-the-charm-for-xp-and-sql-service-packs/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/18/is-third-time-the-charm-for-xp-and-sql-service-packs/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:01:20 +0000 dnielson Security SQL Server Windows XP Service packs Windows security http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/18/is-third-time-the-charm-for-xp-and-sql-service-packs/ This week, hear the latest on SP3s for SQL Server 2005 and Windows XP, plus info on the latest Windows flaw making the rounds.

    Highlights:

  • (0:36) SQL Server 2005 SP3 on the way
  • (2:03) XP SP3 release date announced
  • (2:41) Gartner predicting the death of Windows
  • (4:55) Booby-trapped file circulating around the Web
  • (6:42) Microsoft eyeing back-to-basics approach to security

    • Other news this week:

  • System Center making strides, but still second string in big shops
  • Microsoft buffs image of openness, one deal at a time

    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/18/is-third-time-the-charm-for-xp-and-sql-service-packs/feed/ 8:31 This week, hear the latest on SP3s for SQL Server 2005 and Windows XP, plus info on the latest Windows flaw making the rounds. Highlights: (0:36) SQL ... This week, hear the latest on SP3s for SQL Server 2005 and Windows XP, plus info on the latest Windows flaw making the rounds. Highlights: (0:36) SQL Server 2005 SP3 on the way (2:03) XP SP3 release date announced (2:41) Gartner predicting the death of Windows (4:55) Booby-trapped file circulating around the Web (6:42) Microsoft eyeing back-to-basics approach to security Other news this week: System Center making strides, but still second string in big shops Microsoft buffs image of openness, one deal at a time Security,,SQL,Server,,Windows,XP,,Service,packs,,Windows,security SearchWinIT.com no No     Microsoft releases new security beta, eight patch bulletins http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/11/microsoft-releases-new-security-beta-eight-patch-bulletins/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/11/microsoft-releases-new-security-beta-eight-patch-bulletins/#comments Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:29:51 +0000 kcipolletti Security Interoperability Patch Updates IT Enterprise Management Compliance Windows Server 2008 Microsoft tools http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/11/microsoft-releases-new-security-beta-eight-patch-bulletins/ This week, hear about the latest security management tool in the works from Microsoft, plus details on Patch Tuesday and Oracle’s plans to provide Windows 2008 support with 10g.

    Highlights:

  • (0:35) Microsoft releases fresh trial code for Stirling
  • (1:57) Patch Tuesday provides five critical fixes
  • (3:30) Oracle’s plans for Windows 2008
  • (4:21) Open Office XML document receives global endorsement

    • Other news this week:

  • Desktop virtualization: What Windows managers should know
  • Windows Server 2008 migration: Return on investment calculation
  • Thompson calls for marriage of data and security management

    • ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/11/microsoft-releases-new-security-beta-eight-patch-bulletins/feed/ 9:37 This week, hear about the latest security management tool in the works from Microsoft, plus details on Patch Tuesday and Oracle's plans to provide Windows ... This week, hear about the latest security management tool in the works from Microsoft, plus details on Patch Tuesday and Oracle's plans to provide Windows 2008 support with 10g. Highlights: (0:35) Microsoft releases fresh trial code for Stirling (1:57) Patch Tuesday provides five critical fixes (3:30) Oracle's plans for Windows 2008 (4:21) Open Office XML document receives global endorsement Other news this week: Desktop virtualization: What Windows managers should know Windows Server 2008 migration: Return on investment calculation Thompson calls for marriage of data and security management Security,,Interoperability,,Patch,Updates,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,Compliance,,Windows,Server,2008,,Microsoft,tools SearchWinIT.com no No     Microsoft extends life of Windows XP – but with a catch http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/04/microsoft-extends-life-of-windows-xp-%e2%80%93-but-with-a-catch/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/04/microsoft-extends-life-of-windows-xp-%e2%80%93-but-with-a-catch/#comments Fri, 04 Apr 2008 14:36:29 +0000 dnielson Windows Vista Interoperability Patch Updates Windows XP Microsoft tools http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/04/microsoft-extends-life-of-windows-xp-%e2%80%93-but-with-a-catch/ As expected, Microsoft will pull Windows XP from store shelves this June. What wasn’t expected is that some users will still have access to XP Starter Edition for some time after that. Hear all the details in this week’s podcast, plus what users are saying about Vista SP1 and a brief preview of next week’s Patch Tuesday.

    Highlights:

  • (0:37) Bare-bones version of XP to remain available until 2010
  • (2:01) Mark Minasi talks SP1 at Vista seminar
  • (3:30) Microsoft releases updated Desktop Optimization Pack
  • (4:30) System Center Online Services to allow online app management
  • (5:50) April patch preview; five critical fixes expected

    • Other news this week:

    Network pros spend months on troubleshooting
    Next services play for Microsoft: Systems management
    Apple Macs taking on the enterprise — not so fast

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/04/04/microsoft-extends-life-of-windows-xp-%e2%80%93-but-with-a-catch/feed/ 6:40 As expected, Microsoft will pull Windows XP from store shelves this June. What wasnt expected is that some users will still have access to XP ... As expected, Microsoft will pull Windows XP from store shelves this June. What wasnt expected is that some users will still have access to XP Starter Edition for some time after that. Hear all the details in this weeks podcast, plus what users are saying about Vista SP1 and a brief preview of next weeks Patch Tuesday. Highlights: (0:37) Bare-bones version of XP to remain available until 2010 (2:01) Mark Minasi talks SP1 at Vista seminar (3:30) Microsoft releases updated Desktop Optimization Pack (4:30) System Center Online Services to allow online app management (5:50) April patch preview; five critical fixes expected Other news this week: Network pros spend months on troubleshooting Next services play for Microsoft: Systems management Apple Macs taking on the enterprise -- not so fast Windows,Vista,,Interoperability,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,XP,,Microsoft,tools SearchWinIT.com no No     Do IT pros care about Windows XP SP3? http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/28/do-it-pros-care-about-windows-xp-sp3/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/28/do-it-pros-care-about-windows-xp-sp3/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:49:48 +0000 kcipolletti Asset Management Windows Vista Upgrades and Migration IT Enterprise Management Windows Desktop Windows XP http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/28/do-it-pros-care-about-windows-xp-sp3/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/28/do-it-pros-care-about-windows-xp-sp3/feed/ 8:33 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 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 Asset,Management,,Windows,Vista,,Upgrades,and,Migration,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,Windows,Desktop,,Windows,XP SearchWinIT.com no No     Hyper-V reaches RC, Vista SP1 released http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/21/hypver-v-reaches-rc-vista-sp1-released/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/21/hypver-v-reaches-rc-vista-sp1-released/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2008 14:44:21 +0000 dnielson Asset Management Email Virtualization Windows Vista Exchange Server Internet Explorer SOX compliance http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/21/hypver-v-reaches-rc-vista-sp1-released/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/21/hypver-v-reaches-rc-vista-sp1-released/feed/ 8:08 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 ... 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 Asset,Management,,Email,,Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,Exchange,Server,,Internet,Explorer,,SOX,compliance SearchWinIT.com no No     Active Directory enhancements on the horizon http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/14/active-directory-enhancements-on-the-horizon/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/14/active-directory-enhancements-on-the-horizon/#comments Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:01:35 +0000 kcipolletti Virtualization Upgrades and Migration Patch Updates IT Enterprise Management Active Directory PowerShell http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/14/active-directory-enhancements-on-the-horizon/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/14/active-directory-enhancements-on-the-horizon/feed/ 8:29 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 ... 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 Virtualization,,Upgrades,and,Migration,,Patch,Updates,,IT,Enterprise,Management,,Active,Directory,,PowerShell SearchWinIT.com no No     Password cracking tool targets Windows http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/07/password-cracking-tool-targets-windows/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/07/password-cracking-tool-targets-windows/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:57:45 +0000 dnielson Asset Management Windows Vista SQL Server Password cracking Network Access Control (NAC) http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/07/password-cracking-tool-targets-windows/ A simple-to-use tool that can crack Windows passwords has resurfaced after two years of relative anonymity. Learn all about it in this week’s podcast, as well as the latest on SQL Server 2008 admin features, blacklisted programs for Vista SP1 and more.

    Highlights:

  • (0:31) Password cracking tool circulates through IT world)
  • (1:40) SQL Server 2008’s admin features
  • (2:57) Users waiting for Hyper-V
  • (4:39) Vista SP1 blacklist
  • (5:29) Interest in NAC on the rise
  • (6:51) Symantec’s NAC to support Microsoft products

    • Other news this week:

    Proactive planning crucial to avoiding SharePoint chaos
    IT managers remain hot on SharePoint, cool on services
    Microsoft expands SharePoint services for all IT shops

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/03/07/password-cracking-tool-targets-windows/feed/ 8:02 A simple-to-use tool that can crack Windows passwords has resurfaced after two years of relative anonymity. Learn all about it in this weeks podcast, as ... A simple-to-use tool that can crack Windows passwords has resurfaced after two years of relative anonymity. Learn all about it in this weeks podcast, as well as the latest on SQL Server 2008 admin features, blacklisted programs for Vista SP1 and more. Highlights: (0:31) Password cracking tool circulates through IT world) (1:40) SQL Server 2008's admin features (2:57) Users waiting for Hyper-V (4:39) Vista SP1 blacklist (5:29) Interest in NAC on the rise (6:51) Symantec's NAC to support Microsoft products Other news this week: Proactive planning crucial to avoiding SharePoint chaos IT managers remain hot on SharePoint, cool on services Microsoft expands SharePoint services for all IT shops Asset,Management,,Windows,Vista,,SQL,Server,,Password,cracking,,Network,Access,Control,(NAC) SearchWinIT.com no No     We have lift off! Microsoft launches Windows Server 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/29/we-have-lift-off-microsoft-launches-windows-server-2008/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/29/we-have-lift-off-microsoft-launches-windows-server-2008/#comments Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:05:58 +0000 windowsnews Terminal Services Windows Vista Windows Server 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/29/we-have-lift-off-microsoft-launches-windows-server-2008/ Microsoft Windows Server 2008 has finally launched. This week, Greg Shields, MCSE, calls in to talk about the new features that will prove most important to admins, as well as why Windows 2008 adoption will likely be quicker than with Windows Vista.

    Highlights:

  • (0:15) Greg Shields discusses Windows 2008 features and migration
  • (7:01) Microsoft patches Vista cracks
  • (8:19) New vulnerabilities hit Vista, XP and Excel

    • Other news this week:

    Microsoft server chief weighs in on key IT trends
    Deployment tools ready as new Windows server arrives

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/29/we-have-lift-off-microsoft-launches-windows-server-2008/feed/ 9:56 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 has finally launched. This week, Greg Shields, MCSE, calls in to talk about the new features that will prove most important ... Microsoft Windows Server 2008 has finally launched. This week, Greg Shields, MCSE, calls in to talk about the new features that will prove most important to admins, as well as why Windows 2008 adoption will likely be quicker than with Windows Vista. Highlights: (0:15) Greg Shields discusses Windows 2008 features and migration (7:01) Microsoft patches Vista cracks (8:19) New vulnerabilities hit Vista, XP and Excel Other news this week: Microsoft server chief weighs in on key IT trends Deployment tools ready as new Windows server arrives Terminal,Services,,Windows,Vista,,Windows,Server,2008 SearchWinIT.com no No     Windows XP Service Pack 3 RC2 goes public http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/22/windows-xp-service-pack-3-rc2-goes-public/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/22/windows-xp-service-pack-3-rc2-goes-public/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2008 16:36:54 +0000 dnielson Windows Vista Office 2007 Interoperability Windows Server 2008 Windows XP http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/22/windows-xp-service-pack-3-rc2-goes-public/ The second release candidate – and likely the final version – of Windows XP Service Pack 3 can now be downloaded through Microsoft’s Windows Update. This week, find out when users can expect the SP’s official release, along with the latest on Vista SP1.

    Highlights:

  • (0:32) XP SP 3 can be downloaded
  • (1:34) Vista SP1 update pulled from Windows Update; could break certain programs
  • (4:10) Two new server operating systems to drop in 2008
  • (5:30) Security biggest draw of Windows 2008, survey says
  • (6:16) Mobile Device Manager not adept at interoperability
  • (7:10) Microsoft to publish file sharing and authentication protocols

    • Other news this week:

    Testing Windows disaster recovery plans
    SharePoint brings app challenges to Windows shops

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/22/windows-xp-service-pack-3-rc2-goes-public/feed/ 8:36 The second release candidate " and likely the final version " of Windows XP Service Pack 3 can now be downloaded through Microsoft's Windows Update. ... The second release candidate " and likely the final version " of Windows XP Service Pack 3 can now be downloaded through Microsoft's Windows Update. This week, find out when users can expect the SPs official release, along with the latest on Vista SP1. Highlights: (0:32) XP SP 3 can be downloaded (1:34) Vista SP1 update pulled from Windows Update; could break certain programs (4:10) Two new server operating systems to drop in 2008 (5:30) Security biggest draw of Windows 2008, survey says (6:16) Mobile Device Manager not adept at interoperability (7:10) Microsoft to publish file sharing and authentication protocols Other news this week: Testing Windows disaster recovery plans SharePoint brings app challenges to Windows shops Windows,Vista,,Office,2007,,Interoperability,,Windows,Server,2008,,Windows,XP SearchWinIT.com no No     Microsoft issues largest patch bundle since August http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/15/microsoft-issues-largest-patch-bundle-since-august/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/15/microsoft-issues-largest-patch-bundle-since-august/#comments Fri, 15 Feb 2008 18:13:48 +0000 windowsnews Windows Vista Systems Management Patch Updates Help Desk Active Directory http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/15/microsoft-issues-largest-patch-bundle-since-august/ After a relatively quiet January offering, February’s Patch Tuesday saw the release of 11 new bulletins from Microsoft. Of the six critical updates, hear which ones experts say are most important, plus why System Center Service Manager has been delayed yet again.

    Highlights:

  • (0:24) Patch Tuesday provides 11 new bulletins
  • (2:41) Service Manager delayed … again
  • (3:55) Vista SP1 rolled out in phases — but why?
  • (5:59) Scripting is key for admins

    • Other news this week:
    Network visibility helps IT catch performance problems
    TS Web Access simplifies application process in Windows 2008

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/15/microsoft-issues-largest-patch-bundle-since-august/feed/ 7:18 After a relatively quiet January offering, February's Patch Tuesday saw the release of 11 new bulletins from Microsoft. Of the six critical updates, hear which ... After a relatively quiet January offering, February's Patch Tuesday saw the release of 11 new bulletins from Microsoft. Of the six critical updates, hear which ones experts say are most important, plus why System Center Service Manager has been delayed yet again. Highlights: (0:24) Patch Tuesday provides 11 new bulletins (2:41) Service Manager delayed ... again (3:55) Vista SP1 rolled out in phases -- but why? (5:59) Scripting is key for admins Other news this week: Network visibility helps IT catch performance problems TS Web Access simplifies application process in Windows 2008 Windows,Vista,,Systems,Management,,Patch,Updates,,Help,Desk,,Active,Directory SearchWinIT.com no No     Users petition to save Windows XP http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/08/users-petition-to-save-windows-xp/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/08/users-petition-to-save-windows-xp/#comments Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:59:49 +0000 dnielson Virtualization Windows Vista Systems Management Patch Updates Certifications Windows XP http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/08/users-petition-to-save-windows-xp/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/08/users-petition-to-save-windows-xp/feed/ 8:50 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 ... 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 Microsofts 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 Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,Systems,Management,,Patch,Updates,,Certifications,,Windows,XP SearchWinIT.com no No     Windows 2008 on its way in, Windows 7 rumors on their way out http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/01/windows-2008-on-its-way-in-windows-7-rumors-on-their-way-out/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/01/windows-2008-on-its-way-in-windows-7-rumors-on-their-way-out/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:49:41 +0000 windowsnews Windows Vista Windows Desktop Windows Server 2008 Office 2003 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/01/windows-2008-on-its-way-in-windows-7-rumors-on-their-way-out/ Microsoft is focusing on the launch of Windows Server 2008 while at the same time dismissing rumors that Windows 7 is coming sooner rather than later. This week, learn the real status of Windows 7, plus the latest on Vista SP1 and Office 2003 SP3.

    Highlights:

  • (0:32) Windows Server 2008 launch nears
  • (1:57) Microsoft refutes alleged Windows 7 timeline
  • (2:59) Another Vista SP refresh released to private testers
  • (3:47) Office 2003 SP3 coming before end of February
  • (4:36) Research firm cracks TCP/IP flaw

    • Other news this week:
    Finding solutions to application incompatibility in Windows Vista

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/02/01/windows-2008-on-its-way-in-windows-7-rumors-on-their-way-out/feed/ 6:59 Microsoft is focusing on the launch of Windows Server 2008 while at the same time dismissing rumors that Windows 7 is coming sooner rather than ... Microsoft is focusing on the launch of Windows Server 2008 while at the same time dismissing rumors that Windows 7 is coming sooner rather than later. This week, learnthe real status of Windows 7, plus the latest on Vista SP1 and Office 2003 SP3. Highlights: (0:32) Windows Server 2008 launch nears (1:57) Microsoft refutes alleged Windows 7 timeline (2:59) Another Vista SP refresh released to private testers (3:47) Office 2003 SP3 coming before end of February (4:36) Research firm cracks TCP/IP flaw Other news this week: Finding solutions to application incompatibility in Windows Vista Windows,Vista,,Windows,Desktop,,Windows,Server,2008,,Office,2003 SearchWinIT.com no No     Is Windows 7 coming sooner than we think? http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/25/is-windows-7-coming-sooner-than-we-think/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/25/is-windows-7-coming-sooner-than-we-think/#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2008 20:20:19 +0000 kcipolletti Security Windows Vista Exchange Server Windows Desktop Internet Explorer http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/25/is-windows-7-coming-sooner-than-we-think/ 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

    Transcript

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/25/is-windows-7-coming-sooner-than-we-think/feed/ 5:39 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 ... 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 Transcript Security,,Windows,Vista,,Exchange,Server,,Windows,Desktop,,Internet,Explorer SearchWinIT.com no No     Vista could be on the rise as SP1 refresh goes public http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/18/vista-could-be-on-the-rise-as-sp1-refresh-goes-public/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/18/vista-could-be-on-the-rise-as-sp1-refresh-goes-public/#comments Fri, 18 Jan 2008 15:33:19 +0000 windowsnews Security Windows Vista Upgrades and Migration Active Directory Windows Server 2008 Internet Explorer http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/18/vista-could-be-on-the-rise-as-sp1-refresh-goes-public/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/18/vista-could-be-on-the-rise-as-sp1-refresh-goes-public/feed/ 6:26 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 ... 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 Security,,Windows,Vista,,Upgrades,and,Migration,,Active,Directory,,Windows,Server,2008,,Internet,Explorer SearchWinIT.com no No     XP users plagued by rootkit to open 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/11/xp-users-plagued-by-rootkit-to-open-2008/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/11/xp-users-plagued-by-rootkit-to-open-2008/#comments Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:25:55 +0000 windowsnews Security Patch Updates Windows Desktop Active Directory Windows Server 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/11/xp-users-plagued-by-rootkit-to-open-2008/ A new rootkit made its presence felt this week, overwriting the master boot records of Windows XP machines. In this week’s podcast, learn about the dangers this rootkit poses, and which mistake Microsoft has admitted to regarding Office 2003.

    Highlights:

  • (0:47) New rootkit threat plagues Windows users
  • (1:37) Microsoft admits to mistake in Office 2003
  • (2:45) Expert details AD changes in Windows Server 2008
  • (4:29) Patch Tuesday release features two new fixes
  • (5:50) Windows Vista sales still lagging

    • Other news this week:
    Terminal Services in Windows Server 2008 offers new capabilities
    Microsoft to sell software license subscriptions through partners
    Exchange downtime barely a blip for midsized insurer

    Transcript

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2008/01/11/xp-users-plagued-by-rootkit-to-open-2008/feed/ 7:33 A new rootkit made its presence felt this week, overwriting the master boot records of Windows XP machines. In this week's podcast, learn about the ... A new rootkit made its presence felt this week, overwriting the master boot records of Windows XP machines. In this week's podcast, learn about the dangers this rootkit poses, and which mistake Microsoft has admitted to regarding Office 2003. Highlights: (0:47) New rootkit threat plagues Windows users (1:37) Microsoft admitsto mistake in Office 2003 (2:45) Expert details AD changes in Windows Server 2008 (4:29) Patch Tuesday release features twonew fixes (5:50) Windows Vista sales still lagging Other news this week: Terminal Services in Windows Server 2008 offers new capabilities Microsoft to sell software license subscriptions through partners Exchange downtime barely a blip for midsized insurer Transcript Security,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,Desktop,,Active,Directory,,Windows,Server,2008 SearchWinIT.com no No     Windows XP SP3 beta goes public http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/21/windows-xp-sp3-beta-goes-public/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/21/windows-xp-sp3-beta-goes-public/#comments Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:40:26 +0000 windowsnews Patch Updates Windows Desktop Internet Explorer http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/21/windows-xp-sp3-beta-goes-public/ Just in time for the holidays, Microsoft made the release candidate for Windows XP Service Pack 3 available to everyone this week. In our last of podcast 2007, hear what people are saying about the SP, and why Microsoft is being so quiet about it.

    Highlights:

  • (0:44) Microsoft drops XP SP3 beta
  • (2:07) IE patch causes major headaches
  • (3:25) CRM 4.0, or “Titan”, is released
  • (4:31) Holiday shopping for IT pros

    • Other news this week:
    2007: These buzzwords made our eyes and ears burn
    Storage virtualization, server virtualization shake hands
    What to buy a geek for the holidays

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/21/windows-xp-sp3-beta-goes-public/feed/ 5:48 Just in time for the holidays, Microsoft made the release candidate for Windows XP Service Pack 3 available to everyone this week. In our last ... Just in time for the holidays, Microsoft made the release candidate for Windows XP Service Pack 3 available to everyone this week. In our last of podcast 2007, hear what people are saying about the SP, and why Microsoft is being so quiet about it. Highlights: (0:44) Microsoft drops XP SP3 beta (2:07) IE patch causes major headaches (3:25) CRM 4.0, or "Titan", is released (4:31) Holiday shopping for IT pros Other news this week: 2007: These buzzwords made our eyes and ears burn Storage virtualization, server virtualization shake hands What to buy a geek for the holidays Patch,Updates,,Windows,Desktop,,Internet,Explorer SearchWinIT.com no No     Hyper-V beta comes early http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/14/surprise-hyper-v-beta-comes-early/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/14/surprise-hyper-v-beta-comes-early/#comments Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:50:30 +0000 windowsnews Virtualization Windows Vista Office 2007 Systems Management Patch Updates http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/14/surprise-hyper-v-beta-comes-early/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/14/surprise-hyper-v-beta-comes-early/feed/ 7:25 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 ... 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 Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,Office,2007,,Systems,Management,,Patch,Updates SearchWinIT.com no No     Microsoft’s dueling desktops http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/06/microsofts-dueling-desktops/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/06/microsofts-dueling-desktops/#comments Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:23:57 +0000 windowsnews Security Windows Vista Windows Desktop Change Management Windows Server 2008 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/06/microsofts-dueling-desktops/ Microsoft will release service packs for Windows XP and Vista early next year, and both are currently available to private testers. This week, learn which update is receiving the most buzz and why, plus the latest on that “other” upcoming release from Microsoft — Windows Server 2008. .

    Highlights:

  • (0:47) Users looking forward to XP SP3
  • (2:27) Will Vista SP1 spur IT adoption?
  • (4:16) Poll shows lukewarm interest in Windows 2008
  • (5:16) Win2K8 RC1 drops
  • (5:52) Microsoft confirms new zero-day flaw

    • Other news this week:
    Software management consoles proliferate, but will they all get along?
    Server Manager: A closer look at its role in Windows Server 2008

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/12/06/microsofts-dueling-desktops/feed/ 7:15 Microsoft will release service packs for Windows XP and Vista early next year, and both are currently available to private testers. This week, learn which ... Microsoft will release service packs for Windows XP and Vista early next year, and both are currently available to private testers. This week, learn which update is receiving the most buzz and why, plus the latest on that "other" upcoming release from Microsoft -- Windows Server 2008. . Highlights: (0:47) Users looking forward to XP SP3 (2:27) Will Vista SP1 spur IT adoption? (4:16) Poll shows lukewarm interest in Windows 2008 (5:16) Win2K8 RC1 drops (5:52) Microsoft confirms new zero-day flaw Other news this week: Software management consoles proliferate, but will they all get along? Server Manager: A closer look at its role in Windows Server 2008 Security,,Windows,Vista,,Windows,Desktop,,Change,Management,,Windows,Server,2008 SearchWinIT.com no No     Say hello to Exchange Server 2007 SP1 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/30/say-hello-to-exchange-server-2007-sp1/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/30/say-hello-to-exchange-server-2007-sp1/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:35:02 +0000 windowsnews Windows Vista Exchange Server Patch Updates Windows Desktop http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/30/say-hello-to-exchange-server-2007-sp1/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/30/say-hello-to-exchange-server-2007-sp1/feed/ 7:25 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, ... 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 Windows,Vista,,Exchange,Server,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,Desktop SearchWinIT.com no No     Users weigh in on Windows 7 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/16/users-weigh-in-on-windows-7/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/16/users-weigh-in-on-windows-7/#comments Fri, 16 Nov 2007 16:39:44 +0000 windowsnews Security Virtualization Windows Vista Exchange Server Office 2007 Patch Updates Windows Desktop http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/16/users-weigh-in-on-windows-7/ 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

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/16/users-weigh-in-on-windows-7/feed/ 9:16 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 ... 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 Security,,Virtualization,,Windows,Vista,,Exchange,Server,,Office,2007,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,Desktop SearchWinIT.com no No     Microsoft fakes out users with Vista SP1 http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/08/microsoft-fakes-out-users-with-vista-sp1/ http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/08/microsoft-fakes-out-users-with-vista-sp1/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2007 22:26:16 +0000 windowsnews Security Windows Vista Patch Updates Windows Server 2008 PowerShell http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/08/microsoft-fakes-out-users-with-vista-sp1/ A mix up led some users to believe they would get their hands on Windows Vista Service Pack 1 last week. They didn’t. But Microsoft did put out a release candidate for another SP — WSUS 3.0.

    Highlights:

  • (0:50) Users get to test out Vista SP1 — almost
  • (1:56) Microsoft gears WSUS toward Windows 2008
  • (2:59) PowerShell 2.0 now available for testing
  • (3:59) “Centro” due out before end of the year
  • (5:07) New Visual Studio and .NET Framwork coming in ‘08
  • (5:53) Passwords are the past — but what’s the future hold?
  • (7:26) Patch in the works for zero-day Macrovision flaw

    • Other news this week:
    Microsoft will release two security updates next week
    Simple steps help Windows shops go green

    ]]>     http://windowsnews.blogs.techtarget.com/2007/11/08/microsoft-fakes-out-users-with-vista-sp1/feed/ 8:42 A mix up led some users to believe they would get their hands on Windows Vista Service Pack 1 last week. They didn't. But Microsoft ... A mix up led some users to believe they would get their hands on Windows Vista Service Pack 1 last week. They didn't. But Microsoft did put out a release candidate for another SP -- WSUS 3.0. Highlights: (0:50) Users get to test out Vista SP1 -- almost (1:56) Microsoft gears WSUS toward Windows 2008 (2:59) PowerShell 2.0 now available for testing (3:59) "Centro" due out before end of the year (5:07) New Visual Studio and .NET Framwork coming in '08 (5:53) Passwords are the past -- but what's the future hold? (7:26) Patch in the works for zero-day Macrovision flaw Other news this week: Microsoft will release two security updates next week Simple steps help Windows shops go green Security,,Windows,Vista,,Patch,Updates,,Windows,Server,2008,,PowerShell SearchWinIT.com no No