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Intuit launches Windows patch tool

Intuit launches Windows patch toolWhat are the odds...they get it right? If MS can't get it right, why would we think Intuit can?Fast and furious!No human being can keep-up with the holes, leaks, convulsions and ruptures in Windows! If you wait the next 15 minutes you will have an...

Tags: Patches, Operating systems, Intuit Inc., patch management, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Software Update Services, tool

Discussion threads 2005-05-24

Microsoft's SP2 gets pushy

Microsoft's SP2 gets pushyYou can disable ......Windows Update using GP. Nobody at my org. will have SP2 until we want them to.I just block their update siteYou have to be authorized to even get there.It is about time...I for one am glad the corporate world will be force fed...

Tags: Service Pack 2, Microsoft Software Update Services, FUD, Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, global information security, information security, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft SP2

Discussion threads 2005-04-12

Microsoft overhauls Software Update Services

From Tekrati today:Directions on Microsoft offers an assessment of the new Windows Update Services WUS, soon to replace SUS, and to coincide with an upgrade to Microsoft's Windows Update Web service. Currently, this report, a chart comparing WUS and SMS, and related illustrations of the WUS architecture and patch management...

Tags: Windows Update Services, Microsoft Windows Update

Blog posts 2005-02-10

Using SUS With Windows XP Embedded Service Pack 2

Microsoft Software Update Services SUS provides a complete servicing solution to manage distributing Windows updates to Windows clients, including Microsoft Windows XP Embedded. SUS leverages the Microsoft Windows Update service to download and distribute updates to your deployed run-time images. This white paper provides information about installing, configuring, and using...

Tags: Microsoft Software Update Services, Service Pack 2, Windows XP Embedded, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, Operating Systems, Software

White papers 2004-12-01

Reporting for SUS Server 1.1 (Windows)

This suite provide reporting functionality for Microsoft SUS Server. Matches the SUS Client ID to computer names to allow for more in depth analysis and troubleshooting. This product allows for the centralized reporting of multiple SUS servers. Includes Reporting Web site, Reporting Service. Components may reside on separate servers.

Tags: Microsoft Software Update Services, Server, Microsoft Windows

Software downloads 2004-06-10

Software and Patch Management with Software Update Service, Windows Update and SMS - Level 200

This webacst covers installation and configuration of Software Update Services SUS and use of Group Policy to configure clients to use SUS for Automatic Updates. Review Systems Management Server SMS features and learn how to install and distribute SUS packages for SMS.

Tags: Software, Microsoft Software Update Services, Microsoft Windows Update, Patch Management, Microsoft Windows, SMS, Microsoft Systems Management Server, Software Update

Webcasts

Security Patch Management Tools (Part 3) - SMS With the SUS Feature Pack-Level 200

Do you have an effective, comprehensive patch management strategy? Do you know when to use Systems Management Server SMS and when to use Software Update Services SUS? In this webcast we will discuss using SMS and the SUS Feature Pack as patch management tools in your environment and how they...

Tags: Microsoft Software Update Services, Security, Patch Management, SMS, Microsoft Systems Management Server, Patches

Webcasts

TechNet Webcast: Windows Server 2003 Administration Series (Part 12 of 12): Maintenance and Updates (Level 200)

This webcast takes a look at maintenance and updates to Microsoft Windows Server 2003. The webcast also covers Software Update Services SUS, patching and services packs. It also discusses patch management, how to use SUS and how to slipstream service packs.

Tags: Microsoft Software Update Services, Webcast, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft TechNet, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

Webcasts

TechNet Webcast: Ask the IT Security Experts: Overview and Functionality Changes in the Upcoming Windows Update Services Release (Level 200)

This webcast series brings together some of the sharpest, security-focused, Microsoft IT professionals to provide expert answers to the viewer's security questions. This webcast explains the new features and added functionality in the next generation of Software Update Services SUS. The presenters of this webcast will explain Microsoft Windows Update...

Tags: Microsoft Software Update Services, Security, IT Security, Microsoft Windows Update, Webcast, Information Technology, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft TechNet

Webcasts

Additional Resources

A visit to Microsoft's first store

I missed an explanation as to why...I should shop there."Three rows of tables displayed hardware from Dell, HP, Sony and Lenovo."The big chains sell those already. Why would I go to a Windows store to buy Dells, HPs, Sonys and Lenovos, when there are several sources for those same computers...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Operating systems, Microsoft Corp., Apple Inc., 64-bit, Microsoft Windows, computer, GPU, Microsoft Windows 7, hardware

Discussion threads 2009-10-30

Five interesting new details about Verizon's Moto Droid

HTML5 a "nonstandard"?Isn't HTML5 a "nonstandard", in that it hasn't been approved yet?I can't wait for my new ....... after 2 deal to arrive! Sounds like this phone rocks. That combined with Verizon Wireless coverage this should be a big winner!So the big "savings" from using a "free"...

Tags: Handhelds, GPS, HTML5, Verizon Communications Inc., Moto Droid, phone, Google Inc., Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-10-28

News to know: Bing-Twitter; Net Neutrality; eBay; VMWare; Nook; Win7

Here are today's notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily. For continuous updates see BNET's around-the-Web tech coverage. Larry Dignan: Microsoft lands Facebook, Twitter deals for Bing Sam Diaz: Tweets on Bing: Watch out for more noise,...

Tags: Larry Dignan, Twitter Inc., Net Neutrality, VMware Inc., eBay Inc., Microsoft Windows 7, Software As A Service (SaaS), Podcasts, Microsoft Windows, Managed Hosting, Emerging Technologies, Internet, Operating Systems, Software, Sam Diaz

Blog posts 2009-10-22

Report: Microsoft prepping now for next beta of Security Essentials

I have been invitedThe e-mail contains a link to a survey, and they will select the beta testers from the respondents by November 1.An excerpt form the mail:''In the coming months we will be rolling out an ongoing beta program. As part of the Microsoft Security Essentials ongoing beta program,...

Tags: Servers, MSE, Security Essentials, OneCare, security, beta, server, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-10-15

Study: Windows 7 can boot more slowly than Vista

Windows Boot UpWell you know I think that the average user understand the boot up scenario.the more crap you add to your PC the longer it will take to become usable.All of those little dormant services being energized.Hell a clean install of Windows 7 on a Dell 530s with 4...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), PRODUCTIVITY, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows, computer

Discussion threads 2009-10-08

When will Microsoft's Live Mesh matter?

I consider live Mesh to be one of the killer apps...... on my Windows Mobile phone. That explains a lot there. If Microsoft can't get Windows Mobile straight, what hope is there for ancillary services?it is oddIt's bizarre that they haven't used it in other ways. I love it...

Tags: Mobile operating systems, Microsoft Windows, Strategy, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Live Mesh matter, Microsoft Live Mesh

Discussion threads 2009-10-07

Microsoft considering making Zune services available to Apple users

Hell Yes!iTunes is the only thing that's making me want to ditch my iPhone. It's a bloated piece of garbage. At least on Windows. However, the Zune software runs beautifully. I already have the Zune Pass so win-win.Yep!!!I sure hope they do port it to other...

Tags: Tools & Techniques, Digital music, Digital media, Zune Platform, Apple Inc., software, Microsoft Zune, Zune HD, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-10-06

News to know: Microsoft, ICANN, Best Buy, RIM, mobile apps, Zimbra

Here are today's notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily. For continuous updates see BNET's around-the-Web tech coverage. Richard Koman: Judge overturns $388m patent verdict against Microsoft CNET: Court reverses Microsoft patent-infringement rulin Sam...

Tags: Best Buy Co. Inc., Research In Motion Ltd., Larry Dignan, Mobile, ICANN, Dana Blankenhorn, Zimbra, Microsoft Corp., Matthew Miller, Sam Diaz, Microsoft Windows 7, Sales Strategy, Advertising & Promotion, Smart Phones, Handhelds, Sales, Marketing, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Hardware

Blog posts 2009-10-01

Google Edu Apps vs. Microsoft Web Apps: Should I have waited?

Yet another article where you have nothing to say but simply praise Google because in your eyes they can do no wrong. Yes you should have waited. Microsoft is the world leader in office suites with years upon years of experience. Not only will they offer a better...

Tags: cloud computing, Google Inc., Microsoft Corp., Web application, Microsoft Office, school district

Discussion threads 2009-09-21

Microsoft’s Project 2010

The conference announcements so far... I just watched Microsoft executives demonstrate the upcoming Project 2010 product here in Phoenix at the Project Conference 2009. Here are my first blush comments/observations: 1) The product has matured significantly as a PPM solution....

Tags: Microsoft Corp., PPM, Portfolio Management Function, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software, Brian Sommer

Blog posts 2009-09-16

EU, US looking at MSFT-YHOO search deal: Is competition for GOOG anticompetitive?

M$ is anticompetitive by natureGoogle on the other hand is a good citizen for everyone.RE: EU, US looking at MSFT-YHOO search deal: Is competition for GOOG antico"Even if it does cause ?antitrust effects,? wouldn?t the end result be a stronger competitor for Google? Clearly. That would be good for consumers...

Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Digital media, Digital music, Investment, Businesses, Microsoft Corp., Yahoo! Inc., Google Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-09-16