One of the last times I posted something about Windows Vista my blog got lots and lots of hits. I also used the same animated graphic in that post. So… either Windows Vista is hot, or this picture is. Anyway… I’m working on a Windows Vista presentation. I have one hour to convince folks not only … Continue reading Vista? Microsoft Windows Vista? It’s cool. What else would you like to know?
This Wednesday, August 24, 2005, I’m delivering Part 2 of the two-part webcast set on Windows Server 2003 System Administration. We’ll be covering: Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) 2.0 Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) System Management Server (SMS) Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM)Here is the link to register for Part 2.And if you missed it, Part 1 … Continue reading Windows Server 2003 System Administration Webcasts
The schedule of TechNet Webcasts for September is ready to go. I’m doing two of them, too; one on Virtual Server 2005 and one on the Exchange Best Practice Analyzer I’ve posted the entire schedule, complete with breakdowns by topic or product/technology, as well as full descriptions, as an article HERE. You can also download … Continue reading September 2005 TechNet Webcast Schedule
The advanced notification for this coming Tuesday’s security update releases went live recently. Looks like we’re looking at 6 Security updates, a new Malicious Software Removal Tool, and some non-security High Priority updates for Microsoft Update, Windows Update, WSUS, and SUS. If you want to get these notifications via email, click here.Or even better, get … Continue reading Tuesday Security Bulletin Advanced Notice
MOM 2005 Service Pack 1 Download MOM 2005 SP1 to get enhancements, such as broader OS and database support and support for x64 platforms. Available in four flavors: English, French, German, and Japanese.And if you want to evaluate Microsoft Operations Manager 2005 for free for 120 days, you can get that here.
My friend and coworker Chris Henley is delivering a webcast on Active Directory Remote Administration. This is part 1 of a two part series. “In this webcast, we discuss the improvements in the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 domain and forest functional levels. We show you special considerations for the designing and planning for a branch office … Continue reading You’re in for a Wednesday Webcasting treat…
Okay… let’s say you’re an IT Professional (and who wouldn’t want to be, really) responsible for managing user and administrative accounts in your office or for your company. But you sometimes ask yourself:“Do I use my administrative accounts wisely?”“Am I granting too many people too many rights in my organization?”And then you ask us:“What do YOU suggest I … Continue reading Tell me how to keep my accounts secure
If you have Visio, and you’re interested in MBSA (Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer), this tool is quite nice!Microsoft Office Visio 2003 Connector for the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) Do you know the security status of your network? Get a visual. The Visio Connector for MBSA lets you view the results of a Microsoft Baseline … Continue reading Visual Status of your Network Security
Don’t talk to me about backup strategy, please. Backups alone are not worth the media they’re written to. The question you should MUST be able to answer is: “What are you doing to make sure you can RECOVER from catastrophy?”“I keep my stuff on tape.”“…Lots of tapes.”Good. You’re better off than the people who were … Continue reading Backup-Shmackup. Tell me about your RECOVERY strategy.
Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) MBSA is an easy-to-use tool designed for the IT professional that helps small and medium businesses determine their security state in accordance with Microsoft security recommendations and offers specific remediation guidance. Improve your security management process by using MBSA to detect common security misconfigurations and missing security updates on your … Continue reading Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 2.0 is HERE!
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