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FullArmor to Ship Updated Group Policy Management Tool

FullArmor next week will ship version 2.0 of its GPAnywhere Active Directory Group Policy extender tool for administrators.

IBM to OEM NetApp’s Storage Solutions

In a move meant to undermine EMC’s dominance as the de facto king of storage systems, IBM announced this week an OEM deal whereby Big Blue will sell IBM-branded storage systems built by Network Appliance (NetApp).

Windows Server 2003 SP1 Has Goodies for Terminal Server

The first service pack for Windows Server 2003 isn't just a security booster. It adds several features to Windows Terminal Services, Microsoft explained in a white paper out this week.

Unlocking IIS 6.0, Part 1

Improve the performance of Web apps with some application pool and worker process tune-ups.

Altiris Updates Its IT Lifecycle Management Suite

Altiris is shipping version 6.1 of its IT lifecycle management package, Client Management Suite.

Windows for Grids Pushed Back to 2006

Microsoft will delay delivery of Windows Server 2003, Computer Cluster Edition, a new edition of Windows aimed at grid-computing scenarios.

The Enforcer

Hide folders from users who have no business accessing them using a nifty feature of Windows 2003 Service Pack 1.

Microsoft Rises in Fortune 500 Ranking

Microsoft climbed five spots to reach 46th in the annual Fortune 500 ranking of the largest companies in the United States by revenues.

Study: Windows Reputation Gets a Lift

Microsoft made strides among customers this year in improving the image of Windows servers against Linux servers on security, quality, performance and reliability, according to a new independent study.

Slow Corporate Rollout for Windows XP SP2

If you haven't installed Windows XP Service Pack 2, and feel Microsoft's April 12 deadline bearing down, you're not alone.

1 Million Compromised Computers?

A recent study on botnets shows that it might be time to call in Will Smith.

Microsoft Previews Board-Level Certification at TechMentor

Microsoft plans to introduce a board-level certification, called the Microsoft Certified Architect Program, designed to "identify architectural expertise," says the company.

Notify with WMI

Find out how to use Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) for system notifications without having to write scripts.

IT Weekly Roundup, April 1

From the business wires this week: a remote assistance tool for help desk professionals, anti-spam and anti-spyware solutions, and a Windows data recovery tool.

Out, Foul Spyware!

Beta Man looks at the recently released beta Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware software.

Scriptomatic Redux

Scriptomatic Version 2 improves upon some of the limitations of the previous iteration of this handy scripting tool.

John Doe Lawsuits Filed Against Phishing Operators

Microsoft filed 117 "John Doe" lawsuits against phishing site operators in an effort to curtail the identity theft scams.

HP Upgrades Quad ProLiant Servers to 'Truland' – Cuts 8-Way Line

HP is shipping two redesigned ProLiant servers that use Intel’s new 64-bit Xeon four-processor architected “Truland” processors. At the same time, the company disclosed it is discontinuing its eight-processor, Xeon-based ProLiant servers.

HP Picks NCR Veteran for CEO Post

HP this week announced it has hired Carly Fiorina’s replacement. The new CEO is Mark Hurd, a 25-year NCR executive whose most recent post was as president and CEO of the Ohio-based computermaker.

"Performance-Based" Exams Go Live

New simulation exams for MCP exams 70-290, 70-291, roll out of Redmond worldwide at select testing centers.

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