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Apple's free iWork suite provides alternative to Office for iOS
Apple's free iWork is considered a Trojan horse, since it gives new iOS device users an office productivity suite ahead of Microsoft Office for iOS.13 Sep 2013
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Five ways to fix Outlook connectivity issues
There's no definitive way to solve Outlook connectivity issues, but these five steps have resolved problems for some Office 365 customers.13 Sep 2013
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Microsoft decision nixes top-level certs, lures IT pros to cloud
The unexpected Microsoft decision to kill off the MCM and MCA certifications left many IT pros crying foul and questioning the company's agenda.12 Sep 2013
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Microsoft, Nokia update tablets but IT mobile device plans exclude both
Microsoft and Nokia will each introduce new versions of their respective tablets, but how much damage each brings to the other remains to be seen.11 Sep 2013
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Critical fixes for Office, Outlook and IE in September Patch Tuesday
Microsoft delivered patches in 13 bulletins this week, including four critical bulletins. Recent versions of Outlook and Office are affected.10 Sep 2013
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Patch Tuesday September 2013: Critical bulletins for Office, SharePoint, IE
The September 2013 Patch Tuesday releases included 13 bulletins from Microsoft, four deemed critical.10 Sep 2013
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Do two-factor authentication vulnerabilities outweigh the benefits?
Two-factor authentication vulnerabilities are a real concern, but should they deter enterprises from deploying 2FA? Expert Michael Cobb discusses.10 Sep 2013
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Exchange 2013 migration in 12 simple steps
Take the sting out of an Exchange 2013 migration by following these 12 steps for training, installation, verification and more.10 Sep 2013
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Hyper-V 2012 R2 changes: What are Generation 2 virtual machines?
Hyper-V 2012 R2 includes some important changes virtualization admins should know about, including the addition of Generation 2 VMs.10 Sep 2013
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Configure AutoReseed automatically to reseed failed databases
The AutoReseed feature in Exchange 2013 uses automation that enables admins to reseed failed JBOD database copies without lifting a finger.09 Sep 2013
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Microsoft's Nokia acquisition brings fresh legs to mobile race
In this week's Searchlight: Microsoft gets serious about mobile with Nokia acquisition; Android's tasty new OS; the latest NSA jaw-dropper; and more.06 Sep 2013
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Consider Exchange mailbox database sizes when sketching out storage
Planning Exchange 2013 storage architecture is an art form because it impacts everything, and the Exchange mailbox database plays a huge part.05 Sep 2013
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Semi-structured data is king of LinkedIn's recommendation engine
LinkedIn's semi-structured data shines, CVS responds to social media finger wagging, and Microsoft does the shuffle, The Data Mill reports.03 Sep 2013
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Deciding if an Outlook 2013 upgrade is right for your organization
Organizations looking at an Outlook 2013 upgrade will compare its advantages and cost, but some will benefit from its new features more than others.03 Sep 2013
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Startup CloudByte launches partner program; plus more news
Startup vendor CloudByte, whose ElastiStor product enables tight control of storage resources, launched its first channel partner program this week.30 Aug 2013
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Moving Exchange instances among virtual containers
Exchange can be virtualized in broad environments, but when moving instances between virtual containers, Microsoft tightened support requirements.29 Aug 2013
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Update your Active Directory services to prepare for the cloud
Even if you don't have a cloud service yet, you should update your Active Directory services to centralize governance and prepare for cloud.28 Aug 2013
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Microsoft certification changes coming with updated software releases
Here's what you should know about impending Microsoft certification changes after the Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows 8.1 GA date announcement.27 Aug 2013
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Modify GAL synchronization to prevent Outlook 2010 contact issues
By modifying GAL synchronization, Exchange admins can prevent or fix problems with Outlook 2010 contacts.27 Aug 2013
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IT pros shed no tears over Microsoft CEO Ballmer's retirement plans
On the heels of a reorganization, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer plans to retire within a year. IT pros hope a technology visionary will replace him.23 Aug 2013
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