Vendor Management Strategies for the CIO-
Troubleshooting Windows 7
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Windows 7 tools and hardware
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Windows 7 configuration
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Windows 7 management
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Windows 7 configuration
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Windows 7 guide for solutions providers
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Installing Windows 7
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Using AuditPol to audit Windows users and set policies
Solution providers may find value in the AuditPol utility for auditing and organizing Windows users, setting policies and configuring system settings such as user privileges. Chapter Excerpt
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Capitalizing on data center services, Windows 8 upgrades: Q&A
Learn about current hardware opportunities for solution providers, including data center services and the effect Windows 8 upgrades will have on Windows 7 hardware. Q&A
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Soluto Windows monitoring software may add to VAR business
Windows monitoring software from Soluto, now in beta, may help solution providers’ customers collect new types of data and drive future business opportunities. Report
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Google Chrome OS gains credibility with VMware
As VMware makes plans to virtualize Google's Chrome operating system, VARs agree that a VMware and Google combo is enough to shake Microsoft. Article | 03 Aug 2009
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Microsoft partners offer discounts on Windows 7 Professional
Microsoft partners can give clients running Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista Business operating systems a healthy discount off the Windows 7 Professional upgrade. Article | 17 Jul 2009
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Windows 7 SKU lineup announced
Microsoft keeps it simple with just six Windows 7 SKUs and only two recommended for businesses. Read all about Windows 7 and more in our weekly news roundup. Article | 06 Feb 2009
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Systems Channel News Roundup, Jan. 12-16
This week's headlines: XP users say thanks but no thanks to Windows 7, and storage vendors court VARs at Macworld. Article | 16 Jan 2009
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Systems Channel News Roundup, Jan. 5-9
This week's headlines: The Windows 7 beta is finally here, and Dell promotes its channel chief. Article | 08 Jan 2009
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Systems Channel News Roundup, Dec. 29-Jan. 2
This week's headlines: The Windows 7 beta leaks, and cloud computing may be a fad. Article | 02 Jan 2009
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Microsoft SharePoint service providers are scarce, despite potential size of market
Microsoft SharePoint and other collaboration software requires service providers with vertical market expertise that Microsoft isn't used to developing. Article | 04 Jun 2007
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Vista migration tools "unlikely to boost sales"
Microsoft released a set of six tools Tuesday to help users upgrade to Vista, but the tools may not help in the first step of any migration: deciding to do it. Article | 23 Feb 2007
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Windows Vista upgrade Q&A with Preston Gralla
@32086 Get Windows Vista upgrade pointers -- including new security and networking features -- from Preston Gralla, author of Windows Vista in a Nutshell. Galla identifies prime candidates for a Windows Vista upgrade, benefits of upgrading and compat... Interview | 06 Feb 2007
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SMBs uneager to adopt Vista
Microsoft may be tooting its own horn about Vista, but SMBs are hearing the blare as babble. Only 7% of small businesses are interested in upgrading by the end of the year. Article | 01 Feb 2007
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Using ConfigMgr for Windows 7 deployment
ConfigMgr is a valuable tool for VARs and customers. It includes the ability to remotely do a push or refresh deployment of Windows 7 on a PC. Tip
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Using layering for a customer's Windows 7 deployment
VARs can save their customers from headaches and gain margins by layering Windows 7 configurations and applications on top of a single machine image, and offer automation services. Tip
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Getting the most out of Windows 7 deployment opportunities
Your customers may think they can handle a Windows 7 deployment with their internal IT staff, but may not have the time to handle cumbersome deployment tasks, such as application testing. Read here how you can assert your value by achieving full auto... Tip
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How should VARs approach a Windows 8 upgrade?
Just because Windows 7 adoption rates weren’t high doesn’t mean Windows 8 upgrade opportunities won’t exist. Read the role Windows XP will have in Windows 8 adoption. Tip
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Why Windows Intune could be what your SMB customers need
Because SMB customers may not have the time to handle desktop support tasks, Windows Intune offers a solution for VAR customers, but it does have a downside as well. Tip
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Windows 7 migration options for enterprise VARs
Learn the factors to consider, such as application library volume, when making recommendations for Windows XP-to-Windows 7 migration tools for your enterprise customer. Tip
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Windows 7 audit object access categories, user permissions
Solution providers can configure Windows 7 audit object access and user logon and logoff settings to achieve optimal security levels in their customer's environment. Tip
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Windows 7 audit policies, user privileges configuration
Find out how to audit Windows 7 audit policies themselves and read what you need to know about configuring Windows 7 user privileges. Tip
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Configuring Windows 7 audit, group policy settings
Learn the ins and outs of Windows 7 audit and group policy settings, including account logon and management, and other factors to consider when configuring auditing controls. Tip
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Windows 7 administrative tools, part 1
Get an overview of seven of the 14 Windows 7 administrative tools, including Event Viewer and Performance Monitor, in part one of this two-part series. Tip
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When should a client use XP SP3 rather than upgrading to Vista or another OS?
Learn the new components of Windows XP SP3 including black hole router detection and network access protection. Compare XP SP3 features to Vista and decide whether upgrading to Vista or another operating system is a worthwhile venture. Ask the Expert
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How secure is Windows Vista?
Windows Vista is proving itself to be secure. But VARs may still confuse Vista with another OS. Ask the Expert
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Updating to Wndows XP Service Pack 2
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Windows Vista migration tools
Windows Vista migrations tools can help move customers onto the new platform without losing old applications. Ask the Expert
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Windows Vista migration first steps
Windows Vista migration needs to be done carefully with consideration for back up and application compatibility. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft Windows Vista licensing for clients planning to virtualize
Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise provides for a single virtual instance of Vista. Jonathan Hassell offers advice for VARs virtualizing a whole shop. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft WIndows Vista Enterprise Centralized Desktop provides security
Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise Centralized Desktop can help VARs lock up customer environments that demand high levels of security. Ask the Expert
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Microsfot Windows Vista Enterprise Centralized Desktop performance capabilities
Installing Microsfot Windows Vista Enterprise Centralized Desktop in a customer's shop takes due dilligence from a VAR to determine whether it will function properly. Ask the Expert
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What are the Windows Vista virtual memory requirements?
Running Microsoft Windows Vista in a virtual environment requires a VAR to allocate memory before installation. Ask the Expert
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Getting started with Microsoft Windows Vista support
Microsoft Windows Vista is being to excite customers for the newest release of the operating system. Unfortunately, Microsoft's history is making just as many people anxious about support and integration. Our expert predicts the top three areas where... Ask the Expert
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clean install
A clean install is a software installation in which any previous version is removed. Definition
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How to install Windows 7 Beta
Learn how to install Windows 7 Beta with this video by Windows expert J. Peter Bruzzese from ClipTraining.com. Video
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User Account Control: Windows 7 vs. Windows Vista
Find out how User Account Control in Windows 7 is improved over Windows Vista in this video with Windows expert J. Peter Bruzzese. Video
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Deploying Vista FAQ: Podcast with J. Peter Bruzzese
Learn more about deploying Vista for customers; download this podcast with book author J. Peter Bruzzese. Podcast
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Podcast: How to sell and integrate Microsoft Office 2007
Prepare to sell and integrate Microsoft Office 2007 in all its forms. This podcast delves into value-added service opportunities to market with your Office expertise. Podcasts
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Troubleshooting Windows 7
Guide
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Windows 7 tools and hardware
Guide
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Windows 7 configuration
Guide
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Windows 7 management
Guide
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Windows 7 configuration
Guide
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Windows 7 guide for solutions providers
Guide
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Installing Windows 7
Guide
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Using AuditPol to audit Windows users and set policies
Solution providers may find value in the AuditPol utility for auditing and organizing Windows users, setting policies and configuring system settings such as user privileges. Chapter Excerpt
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Using ConfigMgr for Windows 7 deployment
ConfigMgr is a valuable tool for VARs and customers. It includes the ability to remotely do a push or refresh deployment of Windows 7 on a PC. Tip
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Using layering for a customer's Windows 7 deployment
VARs can save their customers from headaches and gain margins by layering Windows 7 configurations and applications on top of a single machine image, and offer automation services. Tip
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About Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 7 will be keeping value-added resellers (VARs) and IT solutions providers busy as business customers begin their desktop operating system migrations. Use these news articles, tips and tutorials to prepare for Windows XP-to-Windows 7 migrations, and learn about other Microsoft Windows services you can offer to optimize your customers' desktop operating systems.