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Windows 7 installation flowchart

A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and management issues, be sure to check out our Microsoft Windows blog.

Tags: Flowchart, Migration, Rick Vanover, Windows 7 Migration, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-10-19

Sample social networking policy

IT Pro Rick Vanover has crafted a sample social networking policy that you can customize to fit the needs of your organization. As sites like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook become more intertwined with business uses, you need to establish clear guidelines for employees on workplace access and appropriate usage as...

Tags: Network, Rick Vanover, IT Pro Rick Vanover, Social Networking, Online Communications, Marketing, Advertising & Promotion

Download resources 2009-06-25

10 seriously annoying default configurations

Guest post: Into every life, a little stupidity must fall. And sometimes, you just have to vent about it. Rick Vanover shares a few of the default configurations he finds especially frustrating and idiotic…. What are yours? For more posts like this see TechRepublic's 10 Things blog. ...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Installation, VMware Inc., Rick Vanover, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2009-04-24

10 seriously annoying default configurations

Into every life, a little stupidity must fall. And sometimes, you just have to vent about it. Rick Vanover shares a few of the default configurations he finds especially frustrating and idiotic.... What are yours?This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Configuration, Rick Vanover, Blogging, Internet

Download resources 2009-04-19

10 New Year's resolutions for IT pros

With 2009 about to roll in, this is a good time to look at ways of making your IT organization better. Specific resolutions will be unique to every environment, but these goals make sense for just about any IT job role.This download is also available as an entry in our...

Tags: Information Technology, Resolution, Rick Vanover, Strategy, Management

Download resources 2008-12-22

10 things you should know about networking two buildings

From choosing the right physical media and conduit size to pulling cable to making long-term infrastructure decisions, networking two buildings is a challenging undertaking. Rick Vanover shares some pointers that will help you effectively plan and execute this type of project. This download is also available as an entry...

Tags: Network, Rick Vanover, Blogging, Cable, Networking, Internet, Telecommunications, Personal Technology

Download resources 2008-08-08

10 things you can do to avoid problems with your Citrix upgrade

Citrix Presentation Server and XenApp are among the best products in the application delivery space. Rick Vanover explains some of the factors to keep in mind when the time comes to upgrade your environment.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Citrix Systems Inc., Rick Vanover, Blogging, Servers, Internet, Hardware

Download resources 2008-07-25

10+ priorities for testing critical systems

Testing is essential to make sure that systems function as expected, but the process can be complex and overwhelming. Rick Vanover looks at some testing strategies that will help you focus on what's important and make your installations and upgrades go smoothly.This download is also available as an entry in...

Tags: Rick Vanover, Blogging, Strategy, Internet, Management

Download resources 2008-06-26

10 items for your disaster recovery wish list

We all have to address disaster recovery DR at various levels, but we typically must apply the technology to fit rigid parameters -- such as less cost or functionality -- instead of being able to do it right. But what if you didn't have any limitations to hold you back?...

Tags: Rick Vanover, Disaster Recovery, Data Management

Download resources 2008-04-16

10 ways to benchmark your Active Directory environment

Active Directory Services is the going standard for account provisioning, basic system management, and DNS authority in most environments. But having some accountability to determine what has changed over time can be a challenge. IT pro Rick Vanover offers 10 strategies for achieving accountability in your Active Directory environment. They'll...

Tags: Environment, Accountability, Rick Vanover, Microsoft Windows Active Directory, Directory Services, Enterprise Software, Software

Download resources 2008-03-25

10 MORE things you should know about virtualization

Virtualization has probably affected every IT environment to one extent or the other. Whether you do casual virtualization for test environments or complete virtualization for all systems, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Here's a rundown of the things you need to know about the whole virtualization space.This download is also available...

Tags: Rick Vanover, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Storage Management, Utility Computing, Hardware, Storage

Download resources 2008-02-25

10 cool things you can do with Windows PowerShell

If PowerShell's learning curve has kept you from embracing it for daily use, "cool" might not be a word you'd associate with it. But PowerShell is here to stay. It's a core part of Exchange 2007, Windows Server 2008, and SQL Server 2008, and it has immense power. IT...

Tags: Microsoft Windows PowerShell, Rick Vanover, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2008-02-06

10 things you should know about 64-bit Windows Server

We all want to get the most power from our computing resources, and 64-bit versions of Windows Server are becoming more common in the data center. IT pro Rick Vanover offers this list of factors to keep in mind with 64-bit Windows Server so that you can gain its benefits...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Rick Vanover, 64-Bit, Microsoft Windows, Network Technology, Servers, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, Operating Systems, Software, Networking

Download resources 2008-01-15

10 good ways to use your remaining IT budget before the end of the year

Do you have a small pocket of IT budget money that you may lose as the calendar year ends? Take a look at these 10 tips for ideas on how to use your remaining funds in ways you may not have thought of. You might be able to make small...

Tags: IT Budget, Information Technology, Rick Vanover

Download resources 2007-12-13

10 small IT projects you can do during holiday slow times

During the short week before the New Year's holiday, you may get a chance to tackle some tasks that you normally wouldn't have time for. Most organizations have a slower week if the office is open. Instead of having light days, you can slip in some little projects that have...

Tags: Holiday, Information Technology, Rick Vanover, Blogging, Strategy, Internet, Management

Download resources 2007-12-07

10 tips for remotely administering workstations

Relying on various technologies to remotely administer workstations can save you a significant amount of time and money. Seasoned IT pro Rick Vanover offers these pointers to help you get the most out of remote administration tools and tactics.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...

Tags: Rick Vanover, Remote Administration, Workstations

Download resources 2007-11-12

10 things you should know about advanced power management

One of the biggest issues facing IT professionals is power management. Today's data centers, deployed solutions, and explosive growth in technology warrants a fresh look at the power strategies you have in place. Here are some of the key things to keep in mind.This download is also available as an...

Tags: Advanced Power Management, Rick Vanover, Data Centers, Storage, Hardware, Data Management

Download resources 2007-09-21

10 things to consider when leasing computers

Leasing computer equipment makes sense in a lot of situations, but the process needs to be managed as carefully as an actual purchase. IT pro Rick Vanover offers a number of recommendations, including getting your finance department involved, establishing a firm end-of-life policy, and ensuring that no data goes with...

Tags: Leasing, Computer, Rick Vanover, Capital Structures, Productivity, Finance

Download resources 2006-12-04

10 things you should look for in a desktop firewall

These days, a personal firewall is a key part of the desktop security equation. IT pro Rick Vanover suggests a number of factors to keep in mind as you evaluate various desktop firewall products. His list includes things like configuration control, integration with a VPN, outbound protection, and managing logging...

Tags: Rick Vanover, Firewalls, Desktops, Network Security, Security, Networking, Hardware

Download resources 2006-11-28

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IT Dojo: Identify what processes are using which ports in Windows Server 2008 [video]

Windows administrators sometimes need to track down network traffic or errant processes and then match that to network traffic. In this video, TechRepublic's Bill Detwiler shows you some tools that can help you find out what process is using a particular port on Windows Server. ...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Information Technology, Video, Corporate Communications, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows, Strategy, Marketing, Operating Systems, Software, Management, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2009-04-23