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May 2007

COVER STORY


 
Customizing and Deploying Office 2007
Because Office 2007 is so different from previous Office versions, you'll have to learn how to customize and deploy an Office 2007 installation that has been configured to your company's specifications.
Dan Holme

SharePoint Extends a Nonprofit’s Reach
Anne Grubb


FEATURES

 
Automate the Windows 2003 Defragmenter Without Paying Extra
Windows 2003 comes with a defragmenter, but you need a third-party program to automate its use. If your budget is tight, there's an alternative. You can use defrg.bat, a free script that defragments not only Windows 2003 but also Windows XP.
Readers

Windows Server 2003 R2 Gotcha
If you're upgrading from Win2K to Windows 2003, here's one gotcha you need to know about.
Readers


 
Let’s Get Organized: File Server Basics
A disorganized file server can be costly in terms of hardware, storage, and user productivity. This article introduces you to some basic ways you can clean up and optimize your file server to provide a better user experience and easier maintenance.
Eric B. Rux

Selling Role-Based Security
Eric B. Rux


 
How ADFS "Does" Identity Federation
Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) lets you allow designated users access to your network—but to use ADFS, you need to know about ADFS components and the claim transformation process.
Jan De Clercq


 
Forefront Client Security
Microsoft Forefront Client Security is an ambitious security product that provides valuable protection against all kinds of malware. SMBs might find installation cumbersome, however.
Jeff Fellinge


 
Backing Up Exchange Server 2007
The new roles-based architecture in Exchange 2007 means you'll likely have to change many of your backup processes.
Brien Posey

Exchange 2007 Server Roles and Backup Techniques
Brien Posey


 
Virtualizing Disaster Recovery
Here are the various options for applying virtualization technology to disaster recovery in an environment that uses local SCSI storage.
Cris Banson

A VMware-Specific Backup Option
Cris Banson

Microsoft Virtual Server Backup Guidelines
Cris Banson


 
The File Share Is Dead: Long Live SharePoint Document Libraries
File shares are out, SharePoint document libraries are in! Start working with document libraries by learning how to create them, set their permissions, and populate them.
Dan Holme

“I'm Not Dead, Yet!"
Dan Holme


 
Getting to Know Office 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 tips will help your users work with the system: using the Ribbon UI, finding macro options, converting the trial version of Office 2007 to the full release version, and more.
Dan Holme


 
SharePointers
Bob Mixon answers your questions about linking a SharePoint list to Outlook, SharePoint navigation, and changing SharePoint's site structure.
Bob Mixon


 
Ask the Experts
John Savill discusses Vista's reduced functionality mode, generating a database-creation script, and setting Vista battery options.
John Savill

Using Scripts for SQL Server Database Creation
John Savill

Configuring Critical Battery Levels on a Vista Machine
John Savill


COLUMNS


 
Discovering the Midmarket Opportunity
Microsof is turning its attention to midsized businesses, and that's good news for companies that realize the importance of investing in IT.
Karen Forster

What You Need to Know About More Vista Security Technologies
In April's issue, Paul covered BitLocker and User Account Control (UAC), but Vista's security features go much deeper.
Paul Thurrott


 
Managing the Underperformer
Turning an underperforming employee into a high-level achiever is far from easy, but it can be one of the most satisfying accomplishments of your career.
Ben Smith


 
Icacls: The New and Improved Cacls?
Icacls is a new permissions-focused command-line tool in Vista. Although it appears to be a complete Cacls replacement, it’s not. Here's how it differs.
Mark Minasi


 
Where Do I Find It in Office 2007?
Office 2007's Ribbon UI looks cool, but does it let you easily find what you need? Here's how to find 10 commonly used features.
Michael Otey

Letters@windowsitpro.com

Windows 2003 Virtualization Licensing
I read Michael Otey's Top 10: "Tips for Virtual Server 2005 R2" (February 2007, InstantDoc ID 94289). Michael stated, "Windows 2003 R2 Enterprise allows as many as four
Readers, et al.


PRODUCTS AND REVIEWS

New & Improved
Check out the latest products to hit the marketplace. Product Spotlight: CiRBA's CiRBA data center intelligence solution.
Blake Eno

Policy-Based Management of Desktop Antivirus Products
We've taken alook at how five products offer central policy-based management of desktop ansd server antivirus software.
John Green

Bit9 Parity
If you need total control over the software your users run, check out this simple, flexible, and effective tool.
Eric B. Rux

HP Compaq dc5750 Small Form Factor PC
HP does a lot right with the dc5750, making it a good choice for bringing Vista compatibility to your business.
Michael Otey

The Multicore Match-Up
The battle between Intel and AMD to create faster, more powerful processors has led to successful dual-core models, and quad-core processors and beyond are on the way. Find out what you need to know about all the different processor technologies.
Michael Otey


 
Readers Review Hot Products
Readers highlight their favorite products: SysOp Tools' Password Reminder Pro for Windows Active Directory, Proofpoint's Proofpoint Messaging Security Gateway P-Series, Xtralogic's VHD Utility, DameWare Development's DameWare NT Utilities
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