Full of I.T. Shark Week!: Why Office 365 and not Google Apps?

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm “It’s been said that the secret to a good marriage is to understand that ‘it must be total, it must be permanent, and it must be equal.’  Microsoft has 20 years of expertise in the enterprise arena, and the release of Office 365 a year ago only extends that commitment. Our commitment to our … Continue reading Full of I.T. Shark Week!: Why Office 365 and not Google Apps?

And here’s a puzzler…

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmWhy is the “English” version of the Windows 8 download on TechNet is actually a little larger than the “English-United Kingdom” download?   Is it because we Americans use longer words, or, like, inject other um stuff into like sentences and stuff?  Do we require additional help documentation?  Or are we denying some application or … Continue reading And here’s a puzzler…

BREAKING NEWS: While I was away, the Windows 8 bits hit TechNet and MSDN!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmGee.. you go out to the gym for a couple of hours and come back and lo-and-behold the Windows 8 released (RTM) bits become available for download for TechNet and MSDN subscribers!  So if you subscribe, go to the site and get ‘em while they’re hot!“What about other folks?  When can I buy it?”If you’re … Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: While I was away, the Windows 8 bits hit TechNet and MSDN!

Full of I.T. Shark Week!: Gotta keep moving!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm There’s a theory that a Shark needs to keep moving, or else it will die. “Is that really true?” Do I look like Jacques Cousteau?  I don’t know.  You look it up.  But I think the same can be said for virtual machines. “They’ll die?” Stop interrupting me.  In your datacenter, no machine in … Continue reading Full of I.T. Shark Week!: Gotta keep moving!

Full of I.T. Shark Week: When will Microsoft admit defeat? (So many questions. So little time. Part 45)

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmThis question came from a land-lubber coward** (meaning: didn’t give his/her name) at a TechNet Event IT Camp in Minneapolis… (**Just joking, friend.  I thanks for coming to the event!) I absolutely love this question.  There is so much genuine passion in this topic, and believe me, I have a strong opinion - just like … Continue reading Full of I.T. Shark Week: When will Microsoft admit defeat? (So many questions. So little time. Part 45)

It’s “Shark Week” on Full of I.T.!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm Yes indeed!  It’s SHARK WEEK on FULL OF I.T.!   This is the week of the year that we get aggressive here on the blog!  We stir up the waters and bait the hooks with tasty I.T. goodness!  We rip our competitors to shreds!  We… “Hey Kevin… Aren’t you just stealing this idea from the … Continue reading It’s “Shark Week” on Full of I.T.!

I want to learn PowerShell. Where are the sample scripts?

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm“Kevin, I just want to start using it with some already-built examples.  That’s how I learn best.” You’re in luck!  The PowerShell Script Explorer Release Candidate was just, um.. released.  Here’s the description from the download page: Microsoft® Script Explorer for Windows PowerShell® (Release Candidate) helps scripters find Windows PowerShell scripts, snippets, modules, and how-to … Continue reading I want to learn PowerShell. Where are the sample scripts?

More Breaking News: Windows Server 2012 is ALSO Released to Manufacturing!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htmI actually thought we were going to wait a day and not steal any of the thunder around the Windows 8 RTM, but today Microsoft also announces the Release to Manufacturing (RTM) of Windows Server 2012. Here is the announcement on the Windows Server Blog. “Are we going to have to wait ‘til October 24 … Continue reading More Breaking News: Windows Server 2012 is ALSO Released to Manufacturing!

Breaking News: Today is the day! Windows 8 is Released to Manufacturing!

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http://mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/inetpub/kevinremde/KROmniture.htm Wow.. I don’t think I need to tell you that this is a very exciting day for PC users and, really, for a world of people who depend upon computers to improve their lives; both work and personal.  And selfishly, it’s especially exciting for me, as I happen to be here in Redmond, and … Continue reading Breaking News: Today is the day! Windows 8 is Released to Manufacturing!