Editors' Picks
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Choosing among IaaS, PaaS and Database as a Service for a cloud database
Regardless of which cloud database you choose, multiple factors must come into play, ranging from costs and availability to feature support.12 Aug 2013
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Running a lean IT organization keeps CIO on budget, primed for growth
Troy Neal, SearchCIO-Midmarket's 2013 IT Leader of the Year, tells how having a lean IT organization led to IT and biz expansion on a limited budget.12 Aug 2013
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Microsoft hikes Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter edition pricing
Microsoft made changes to its license pricing, upping the cost of Windows Server 2012 R2 by as much as 28%. It also discussed a new licensing option.09 Aug 2013
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Cloud email migration: 10 tips for evaluating service providers
In this tip by Executive Editor Jan Stafford, Mimecast CEO Peter Bauer explains how to evaluate vendors that provide cloud email migration services.09 Aug 2013
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Cloud use strategy: Celtics VP of IT builds on wins, cuts losses
Boston Celtics VP of IT leverages cloud use for business needs on and off the court and comes out winning -- even when he loses.08 Aug 2013
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Am I the only one not broken up over the end of TechNet subscriptions?
Many IT pros are upset with Microsoft's decision to end popular TechNet subscriptions, but not everyone is complaining.08 Aug 2013
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Remote Desktop Services licensing rules and recommendations
Microsoft's Remote Desktop Services licensing policies can be confusing if you don't get to know CALs and RDS roles.07 Aug 2013
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How to decide if a hybrid Exchange Server deployment is the right move
Here's a closer look at hybrid Exchange Server deployments, the pros and cons of on-premises deployments and myths about Exchange in the cloud.07 Aug 2013
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Why admins should set up Outlook 2013 search folders
Users who receive lots of email should consider using search folders, but admins need to understand all the pros and cons before building them.07 Aug 2013
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Five workloads enterprises can easily move to the cloud
Not every application should be moved to a public cloud service, but these five workloads can easily move to the cloud.07 Aug 2013
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The path to VM enlightenment begins with Hyper-V Integration Services
Making sure your VMs have the latest version of Hyper-V Integration Services is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to improve VM performance.06 Aug 2013
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Choosing the best hosted Exchange deployment for your organization
Resistance to hosting an Exchange deployment is fading. Organizations need to research the best deployment options for the business.06 Aug 2013
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Buying Windows 8 PCs for your company? Do your homework first
If you're in charge of buying Windows 8 PCs for your company, these reviews will help you sort through your options.06 Aug 2013
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Netflix uses the OODA loop to stay ahead of the competition
OODA loops, the death of the IT department and personal privacy. The Data Mill brings news from the Gartner Catalyst conference.05 Aug 2013
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Configuring Hyper-V storage
New storage features in Windows Server and Hyper-V make storage configuration and maintenance easier for Microsoft–based virtual environments.02 Aug 2013
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Implementing cloud-based disaster recovery: Six key steps
Cloud-based disaster recovery puts effective DR within reach of just about any company. Here's how to get it done.02 Aug 2013
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Tinkering in an Exchange 2013 test lab
It's easy to set up an Exchange 2013 test lab to become familiar with its new features in a safe environment before installing it into production.30 Jul 2013
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Cloud process management quiz: Test what you know about cloud BPM
How well do you understand cloud process management? Test your knowledge with this six-question quiz.30 Jul 2013
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Alternative tablet applications for Microsoft Office users
Microsoft Office users who work from tablets know that the two don't always play nice, but there are alternative tablet applications for workers to use.30 Jul 2013
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Azure program manager refutes 'hidden' cloud costs, security threats
Cloud costs are sneaking up on CIOs who were looking to save money. They blame the technology, but should they turn the mirror on themselves?30 Jul 2013
Security Management Strategies for the CIO