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One Destination, Many Paths

Here's how to have many different environmental variables in PowerShell all point to the same folder.

Pop Quiz: Windows 8.1 Windows Store Apps

Applies to the “Monitor and Maintain Windows clients” objective of Exam 70-687.

Out-of-Date ActiveX Blocking Delayed Until September

Microsoft announced that its plans to blocks older installations of ActiveX for Internet Explorer has been pushed back to Sept. 9.

Internet Explorer To Block Outdated ActiveX Versions

ActiveX blocking capabilities will be making their way to Internet Explorer browsers on Aug. 12, according to Microsoft.

Ransomware Targeting Synology NAS Servers Encrypts User Data

Ransomware that is currently going after Synology network attached storage (NAS) servers has been disclosed by the Taiwan-based storage hardware maker Synology.

Azure Active Directory Connections Streamlining Tool Hits Beta

A new setup tool for IT pros called "Azure Active Directory Connect" has entered beta testing.

Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows 8.1 'Minor' Updates Arriving August 12

New updates to Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 will arrive next week Microsoft announced.

Pop Quiz: Windows 8.1 PIN Login

Applies to the "Configure remote access and mobility" objective of Exam 70-687.

Practical PowerShell Part 5: Remoting

Here's how to query info on a remote computer.

Exchange 2013 Glitch Detailed

A July 30 Microsoft announcement explains that organizations should hold off on using the Hybrid Configuration Wizard.

System Center 2012 Update Rollups Released

System Center 2012 R2 received Update Rollup 3 (UR3) this week and Update Rollup 7 (UR7) for System Center 2012 Service Pack 1 was released.

EMET 5.0 Security Tool Released

Microsoft's Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) 5.0 is now generally available, the company announced today.

Pop Quiz: Windows 8.1 Syncing Device Settings

Applies to the "Configure access to resources" objective of Exam 70-687.

Practical PowerShell Part 4: Output Formatting

The journey from a single-line command to a useable tool continues.

Hotfix for Windows Server 2003 Migration Issue In the Works

Microsoft said it is currently working on a hotfix for a log-in issue that could occur when migrating from Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2012 R2.

Pop Quiz: Windows 8.1 IPsec Rules

Applies to the "Configure network connectivity" objective of Exam 70-687.

Practical PowerShell Part 3: Create Custom Objects Quickly

In the third lesson, Prof. PowerShell shows you how to properly use the ForEach enumerator.

Flawed SQL Server 2012 SP2 ISOs Fixed

Microsoft has corrected an issue with the TechNet and MSDN subscribers' download of SQL Server 2012 Service Pack 2.

Public Folder Hierarchy Limits in Exchange Increased to 100,000

Microsoft announced this week that the public folder hierarchy limits of its Exchange Online service for Office 365 customers has increased.

Microsoft Downplays Disclosed Active Directory Flaw

A vulnerability in in Active Directory could lead to an attacker gaining access to a system and changing user passwords, according to a security firm disclosure.

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