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…
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)
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!
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!
Today I took and passed the VMware VCP5 certification test. “Wait.. huh?! You got certified on VMware?” Yes, I did. I am now a VMware Certified Professional on vSphere 5.0. The powers-that-be realize, as I and my teammates do, that it’s important to be well-versed in what’s happening in the real world datacenters; especially if … Continue reading It’s Friday: Time for a little bragging…
Monday at TechEd North America 2012, pretty much as I described it in my previous diary entry; but now in video form!Enjoy PS – You’ll see me in this video, near the end. You have been warned.
I’m finally getting a chance to compile some of my video footage from TechEd North America 2012 in Orlando, Florida. This one here was taken using my still camera (not too bad, actually), and just shows a quick glimpse of my day on Sunday, June 10.Enjoy…Sunday, June 10, 2012–TechEd North America
Have you ever attended the TechEd Jam Session? If not – you’re really missing out. Last night we were at B.B. King’s Blues Club in Pointe Orlando. Thanks to CommVault for sponsoring it this year! Rather than try to describe it, here’s a quick video diary for you… “Did you get to sing, Kevin?” Nope. … Continue reading Dear TechEd Diary – June 13, 2012
Great day #1 of TechEd 2012! Last night’s Krewe of TechEd party at Howl at the Moon was a lot of fun. Thanks to all of the sponsors that made it possible. This morning I started the day very early. The “Twitter Army” held a 7:30am “briefing”, which I attended. Got to have a little … Continue reading Dear TechEd Diary – June 11, 2012
I’ve arrived! The early morning flight went great, and I got lucky with my ride to the hotel. Not long before I landed, my friend Dan Stolts had e-mailed the team and asked if anyone needed a ride in his car. My text to him reached him as he was just 10 minutes away from … Continue reading Dear TechEd Diary – June 10, 2012
Absolutely Full of I.T. 