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10 things I'd like to see in the next version of Windows

Now that IT pros have started kicking the Windows 7 tires, it makes sense to consider the next round of improvements. Alan Norton shares his list of the changes he hopes to see.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Alan Norton, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Blogging, Operating Systems, Software, Internet

Download resources 2009-11-08

Learn why 250GB is not ever reported as 250GB

Upon close examination of your typical hard drive in Microsoft Windows, you will notice that the number of gigabytes actually available is not as much as advertised. There is a technical reason for this and Alan Norton explains it.

Tags: Examination, Alan Norton, Microsoft Windows, Construction, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-09-04

Maximize the performance of Microsoft Vista and Intel Matrix RAID: Part 2

If ever there was a black art in the world of IT, RAID certainly fits the bill. In part two of his series, Alan Norton discusses what happens to an Intel Matrix RAID array and system performance when a number of unplanned and unwanted events occur.

Tags: Performance, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Intel Corp., Alan Norton, RAID, Storage, Hardware

Download resources 2009-08-28

Maximize the performance of Microsoft Vista and Intel Matrix RAID

If ever there was a black art in the world of IT, RAID certainly fits the bill. Alan Norton details some RAID performance issues and describes how to maximize Vista's performance when using RAID.

Tags: Performance, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Intel Corp., Alan Norton, RAID, Performance Management, Storage, Hardware, Human Resources, Workforce Management

Download resources 2009-08-21

Use Reverse Integration to 'slipstream' Windows Vista SP1 and SP2

Having a Windows Vista install DVD with the latest service packs can be very helpful - especially if you reinstall Windows more than a couple of times a year or if you have to deploy Windows Vista to multiple computers. Alan Norton shows how he creates one.

Tags: Service Pack 2, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Integration, Alan Norton, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-06-17

Secure your computer after a Windows install or reinstall

Microsoft recommends that you connect to the Internet to get the important security updates and service packs after a fresh install. But the catch-22 is that your computer is more vulnerable until the security updates are installed. Alan Norton details five ways to better secure your computer immediately following a...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Security Update, Computer, Alan Norton, Security Administration, Patches, Productivity, Security

Download resources 2008-11-24

10 things you should do before, during, and after reinstalling Windows

There are some very good reasons why you might want to reinstall Microsoft Windows. Whether it is 2000, XP or Vista, the registry can become corrupted or it can accumulate settings for programs long since forgotten, leading to sluggish performance. Alan Norton documents the steps needed to properly reinstall Windows....

Tags: Alan Norton, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2008-10-15

Do Webmasters need to add lawyer and legal counsel to their job description?

Webmaster, marketing director, author, artist, and designer are all roles that are familiar to Web site owners and operators. You can add lawyer to that list because basic legal knowledge is becoming more and more important for Webmasters. Alan Norton explains why you should be aware of the consequences...

Tags: Job, Webmaster, Lawyer, Alan Norton, Taxes, Web Site Development, Free Trade, Web Technology, Recruitment & Selection, Strategy, Financial Planning, Finance, Internet, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Management

Download resources 2008-09-08

10 common mistakes you should avoid when flashing your BIOS

The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is critical to the proper operation of your computer. It is the first code that is executed at start-up and defines the way your motherboard will communicate with the system hardware components. The decision to flash your BIOS should not be taken lightly. It is...

Tags: Alan Norton, BIOS, Hardware, Components

Download resources 2008-05-22

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Today's Links on eCommerce:$32 billion holiday, Google Checkout, safe shopping

"TODAY’S LINKS" October 11, 2006“Today’s Links” is an eclectic round up pointing to noteworthy news and worthy analysis from all around the World Wide Web.TODAY’S LINKS October 11, 2006 FOCUS ON ECOMMERCE: $32 Billion Happy Online Holidays, Safe Shopping Online, RIA Measurement Gets Richer and Did you catch?$32 BILLION IN...

Tags: Google Inc.

Blog posts 2006-10-11