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[Focus]

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Checking Remote Registries
Save time adn reduce support costs with this Perl script that discovers and changes remote servers' registry settings.
 — Dave Roth


Must-Have Remote Administration Tools
So many tools--Terminal Services, VNC, Remote Command, Telnet, Remote Shell, Remote Console. Which ones are right for you?
 — Don Jones


Windows XP’s Help and Support Features
Learn how XP’s new Help and support features—-particularly Remote Assistance—-can benefit you and users.
 — Sean Daily

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[Feature]

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PKI Comes of Age
Microsoft’s updated public key infrastructure offers enhanced capabilities and easier usage.
 — Jan De Clercq


Top 10 XP Registry Hacks
Tweak XP's registry to improve performance and usability.
 — Melissa Mendick

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[Reader to Reader]

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Determine Who Has a File Open
A reader uses a Visual Basic script rather than Server Manager to find out which users have a particular file open.
 — Readers

Roaming Profiles
Roaming profiles let you send files to users on the network.
 — Readers

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[Editorial]

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Get Ready for Web Services
Visual Studio .NET’s arrival makes Web services a reality. Start planning now for their deployment and security.
 — Michael Otey

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[ForefroNT]

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Remote Administration of Windows Server Systems
There is no comprehensive solution that remotely administers Windows server systems across your systems environment. Accept that fact—then develop a remote administration plan that works for your enterprise.
 — David Chernicoff

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[Lab Notes]

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Wireless Security
Whether or not you trust WEP, safer alternatives are on the way to help you secure your wireless network.
 — Tom Iwanski

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[This Old Resource Kit]

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The Cmdhere and Cusrmgr Tools
Cmdhere lets you right-click any folder to open a command prompt window; Cusrmgr randomizes an account’s password.
 — Mark Minasi

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[Tricks & Traps]

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Disabling Keyboard-Layout Switches
A quick way to disable keyboard-layout switching sequences by default.
 — Bob Chronister


Evaluating the Cisco VPN 3000 Series Concentrator
The doctor gives a rundown about this VPN hardware series.
 — Bob Chronister


Explaining an IM Quirk
The doctor directs a reader to a patch for an Exchange 2000 Server IM bug.
 — Bob Chronister


Finding the Answer to a Word 2002 Error
A mysterious Word 2002 error is driving this reader to distraction.
 — Bob Chronister


Following Up on Dual-Monitor Expansion
Dr. Bob passes along a reader’s advice regarding a previous tip.
 — Bob Chronister


Looking for Help with a Mystery Startup Glitch
A reader asks for help with a troublesome startup problem.
 — Bob Chronister


Troubleshooting the AT Command
Why can’t this reader use the NT AT command any more? Dr. Bob offers a possible solution.
 — Bob Chronister

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[Getting Started With Win2K]

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Configuring Offline Files
Learn how to let users synchronize local and server-based files.
 — Kathy Ivens

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[TOP 10]

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Reasons to Migrate Your Users to Windows XP
Despite the WPA controversy, migrating to XP is a smart move for your organization.
 — Michael Otey

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[Buyer's Guide]

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Asset and License Management
Keep an accurate inventory of your hardware and software assets.
 — Tom Iwanski

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[Lab Feature]

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Gigabit Ethernet Switches
Our Lab tests show what kind of performance gains you can expect when you introduce 1000Base-T switches into your network.
 — Tom Iwanski

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[Exchange & Outlook Troubleshooter]

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Load Testing Exchange 2000
Use LoadSim to push your Exchange servers to the limit and gather a wealth of useful performance information.
 — Evan Morris

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[Letters to the Editor]

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Letters to the Editor
Readers share their comments about DNS, disabling the Print Spooler service, locating DhcpExim, ATA disk performance, operations masters, Microsoft Operations Manager, and Microsoft Outlook Mobile Manager.
 — Readers , et al.

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[WinInfo]

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AMD and Intel Raise the Stakes
AMD and Intel compete for market share with new, faster processors.
 — Paul Thurrott

IDC: 75 Million Windows XP Licenses to Sell in 2002
Maybe XP is Microsoft's best-selling OS ever.
 — Paul Thurrott

IM-Based Vulnerability Affects Millions
Attacks based on Instant Messaging might soon outpace email-based attacks.
 — Paul Thurrott

Maybe Upgrading Is a Good Thing
Common sense lies somewhere between "constantly upgrade" and "never upgrade."
 — Paul Thurrott

Microsoft IT Academy Beckons Geeks
Watch out, Harvard and Yale.
 — Paul Thurrott

Windows XP Warning Overblown
Microsoft security offers a huge target for criticism, but the media blew one recent vulnerability out of proportion.
 — Paul Thurrott

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[Market Watch]

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Help Desk Software
Help desk software vendors provide products that reduce the support workload while increasing end-user satisfaction.
 — Mark Weitz

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[Windows Client]

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My Quest for Win2K Computing Nirvana
Sony’s PictureBook VAIO C1 subnotebook might help you attain mobile computing nirvana.
 — Sean Daily