Let WSUS Ease Your Patch-Deployment Hassles
Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is the latest version of Microsoft's patch-deployment service. Doug Toombs shows you how to configure the WSUS Release Candidate (RC) and explains new features that improve patch distribution. Douglas Toombs
Zen and the Art of SP1
The evolutionary changes in Windows Server 2003 SP1 reflect Microsoft's commitment to working on quality, not quantity. Learn more about the service pack's enhancements. Michael Otey
Unearthing Root Kits
They hide malware on unprotected systems, and they're easily installed when you run under an administrative account. Before root kits can spread to your enterprise, get the tools for combating them. Mark Russinovich
Ask the Experts
Learn to track system time changes, create a security template from a configured server, and how to create a script to automatically delete files on a shared computer. Also, learn about security enhancements in Windows 2003 and WiMAX wireless technology. Editors
Store Common Shortcuts in a Shared Network Folder
For easy administration of and access to common shortcuts, place them in a shared folder on the network and have users access that folder through a common mapped drive letter Readers
Reasons Not to Use XP Home
Small businesses might think they can save money by buying XP Home instead of XP Pro. Here are 10 reasons not to give in to that temptation. Michael Otey
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Readers comment on size limits in Exchange Server, hardening Windows, Virtual Server clustering, and more. Readers
PRODUCTS AND REVIEWS
New & Improved
Check out the latest products to hit the marketplace. PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: FullArmor 's IntelliPolicy for Clients Carolyn Mader
Make Your Move
Still need to migrate to Active Directory? We review 4 tools that can ease the transition. Adam Carheden
Paul’s Picks
Paul rates the Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions and previews Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0. Paul Thurrott
SSH Tectia
This UNIX-focused product promises cool secure-communications functionality for Windows but comes up short in workability. Adam Carheden
Vendor Briefings
Our editors share insights from their conversations with Lucid8 Information Services, Quest Software, EMC, and DesktopStandard. Editors
What's Hot
Readers highlight favorite products: Vamsoft ORF, Special Operations Software Active Directory Janitor, SomarSoft DumpSec, and Alexander LAN Alexander SPK for Windows Carolyn Mader
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