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Microsoft Excel 2010 introduces some solid enhancements

Like the other Office 2010 apps, Excel doesn't offer any radical changes. But you'll find welcome improvements to existing features and a few cool new tools.This download is also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog.

Tags: Microsoft Corp., Derek Schauland, Microsoft Excel 2010, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2009-11-02

Word 2010: Better design, more stability

Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog.

Tags: Derek Schauland, Microsoft Word, Word Processors, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2009-08-31

Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements

The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog.

Tags: Derek Schauland, Outlook 2010, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Groupware, Office Suites, Software, Enterprise Software

Download resources 2009-08-24

OneNote 2010 includes numerous improvements

The upcoming new version of OneNote 2010 offers assorted enhancements, including its own Ribbon interface, page versioning, and handy shortcut menus. Here's a quick tour of what you can expect.This download is also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog.

Tags: Microsoft Office OneNote 2003, Derek Schauland, OneNote 2010, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2009-08-17

SolutionBase: Get familiar with GFI LANguard's built in tool set

GFI LANguard includes many tools to help you get control over your network. In this article, Derek Schauland shows you what they are and some of the flexible configuration settings you have.

Tags: Tool, Derek Schauland, GFI LANguard, Productivity

Download resources 2007-05-09

SolutionBase: Watching your network with LANguard

Making sure your network is secure can be a daunting task. Here's how you can use LANguard Network Security Scanner to help get a handle on things.

Tags: Handle, Network, Derek Schauland, Networking

Download resources 2007-05-08

SolutionBase: Customize Firefox using about:config

One of the best things about Firefox is its flexibility and extensibility. Here's how you can tweak settings inside of Firefox using about:config.

Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Derek Schauland, Web Browsers, Internet

Download resources 2007-05-08

SolutionBase: Finding the hidden bells and whistles in Firefox

Firefox 2.0 is a very popular browser, but there's more to it than what meets the eye. Derek Schauland shows you what you can find behind the scenes by giving a brief look at Firefox's about: pages.

Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Derek Schauland, Web Browsers, Internet

Download resources 2007-04-30

SolutionBase: Deploying applications using GFI LANguard

Deploying applications in an organization can be an exercise in frustration. Deployment tools are either too expensive SMS, or limited plain MSI files and Group Policy. An interim solution can be using a third-party tool like GFI LANguard. Here's how you can use LANguard to deploy applications.

Tags: Application, Tool, Derek Schauland, Deployment Tool, Productivity, Text Messaging/SMS/MMS, Telephony, Cellular Phones, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Online Communications, Networking

Download resources 2007-04-27

SolutionBase: Implementing directory quotas in Windows Storage Server

Directory quotas will prevent users from monopolizing shared drive storage. Here's how you set up quotas on Windows Storage Server.

Tags: Server, Quota, Microsoft Windows Storage Server, Storage Server, Derek Schauland, Microsoft Windows, Storage, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

Download resources 2007-04-10

SolutionBase: Managing file types on Windows Storage Server with file screening

Given the opportunity, users will store all sorts of files on your network. Using File Screening on Windows Storage Server, you can control the types of files that users are allowed to save. Here's how it works.

Tags: Server, Microsoft Windows Storage Server, Storage Server, Derek Schauland, Microsoft Windows, Storage, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

Download resources 2007-04-10

SolutionBase: Get familiar with Windows Storage Server administration tools

For large storage needs, Microsoft provides the Windows Storage Server. Here's a tour of the administration interface you'll have to deal with when you install it.

Tags: Server, Microsoft Windows Storage Server, Storage Server, Derek Schauland, Microsoft Windows, Storage, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

Download resources 2007-04-03

SolutionBase: Expanding storage options with Windows Storage Server

Windows Server 2003 is a fine file and print server solution, but it when it comes to large amounts of storage, you need extra help. Here's what you'll find in Windows Storage Server to help solve the problem.

Tags: Print Server, Microsoft Windows Storage Server, Storage Server, Derek Schauland, Microsoft Windows, Printers, Storage, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Peripherals

Download resources 2007-04-03

Increase scripting power with ExeScript

Scripts can add a lot of flexibility to a network administrator's job by making it easy to do complex tasks, but managing scripts can sometimes be a pain. Derek Schauland shows how to add power to scripts by compiling them into executables using ExeScript.

Tags: Script, Derek Schauland, Network Administration, Recruitment & Selection, Networking, Human Resources, Workforce Management

Download resources 2007-04-02

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TR Dojo: Give users anywhere access to their data with Windows Folder Redirection

Making sure users always have access to their data is critical for business success. On Windows systems, roaming profiles have long been the answer, but those using Windows XP, Vista and now Windows 7 should consider an alternativeâ€"Windows Folder Redirection. In this TR Dojo video, I’ll explain how Windows Folder...

Tags: Folder Redirection, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2009-08-25

IT Dojo: Configure wireless network settings via Group Policy

For many offices, wireless networking is an important complement to the wired network, and in some cases, may even replace it. But, manually configuring the wireless settings on hundreds, or even thousands, of PCs can be a real chore. Luckily, there is a way to speed up the process. In...

Tags: Group Policy, Network, Information Technology, Wireless Network, Wireless, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2009-06-30