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Virtual PC Network Binding Breakdown

Here’s how to reliably change the network binding assignment of a running Virtual PC.

Microsoft Blends Windows Vista Beta Test with Preview Programs

As Windows Vista grinds ever closer to commercial release, Microsoft has begun converging its beta test program and its technology preview program for customers.

Microsoft's Rushed Full Disclosure Patches Found Just as Effective

Publicity gets Redmond's attention better than private disclosure of its vulnerabilities.

Yearly Checkup

With a solid year of scripting tips, how about I show you three ways to improve your scripting prowess?

IT Weekly Roundup, Jan. 27

From the business wires this week: Windows/Mac inventory system, SQL Server tools and a developer contest.

Intel Makes First 45nm Chips

Intel claimed this week it has become the first manufacturer to make chips using 45-nanometer technology.

Unveiling the Windows Server 2003 Resource Kit

The latest edition of Microsoft's venerable resource for Windows networking admins can be summed up in two words: best practices.

Adobe Makes Acrobat Three-Dimensional

Adobe Systems delivered this week a 3D version of its popular Acrobat document design and authoring package.

Microsoft Profits, Revenues Up

Microsoft reported Thursday a 5 percent boost in profits for the financial quarter ended Dec. 31 compared to its second quarter a year ago. The company credited strong performance by its server and tools and Windows client products.

Hounded by EU, Microsoft to License Part of Source Code

Microsoft announced Wednesday that it would license source code in the Windows Server operating system, in order to comply with a 2004 ruling from European Union regulators.

The Group that Broke the Camel’s Back

Belonging to too many domain user groups may actually prevent you from logging on.

Microsoft Enhances Small Business Support

Microsoft this week debuted an enhanced suite of online resources and tech support offerings designed for users of its Small Business line of products.

Stratus Rolling Out Dual-Core Fault-Tolerant Server

Stratus Technologies is poised to ship its first fault-tolerant server systems built on dual-core CPUs.

Read-Only Attribute Aggravation

When read-only doesn’t necessarily mean “read-only.”

Microsoft Previews 'Sparkle' and 'Acrylic'

Microsoft has released Community Technology Previews (CTP) of two tools it is readying to help Web page and Windows applications designers more easily perform those tasks.

Repetitive Log-In Syndrome

Windows' Stored User Names and Passwords feature can help this admin from developing a common, on-the-job stress.

Patches Still MIA for BlackBerry Flaw

PDA users still at risk for exploit code or denial of service, despite official acknowledgement of the vulnerabilities.

Windows XP SP3 Slips to 2007

Microsoft has quietly moved the delivery date of the next service pack for Windows XP to the second half of next year.

Windows Blackcomb Re(code)named Vienna

Microsoft confirmed Friday that it has changed the codename for the next version of Windows beyond Vista, though it revealed little else.

IT Weekly Roundup, Jan. 20

From the business wires: SQL Server 2005-based e-learning solution provider gets Front Runner status, free CompTIA A+ study guides and more.

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