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Mobile enterprise solutions and the channel: Where's the value-add?
Experts ID sweet spots around enterprise mobility solutions for value-added resellers amidst mobility-driven change in how companies do business. Feature
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Gaining access to apps market via mobile app reseller program
Mobile apps are a fast-growing segment. Find out how to use a mobile app reseller program to resell mobile apps or to build your own apps for resale. Feature
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Android fragmentation: More OS versions, more problems
Android fragmentation is a big problem for enterprise IT because it makes managing devices difficult. And unfortunately, there isn't a good solution. FAQ
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Are consumer-targeted mobile security tools the future of BYOD?
A new tool puts mobile security in the hands of the consumer. With the increased focus on BYOD, are there also enterprise mobile security benefits? Future State
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Buying Windows 8 PCs for your company? Do your homework first
If you're in charge of buying Windows 8 PCs for your company, these reviews will help you sort through your options. Feature
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Windows 8.1 preview fixes the failings of Windows 8 for the enterprise
The Windows Assessment and Deployment Toolkit included with the Windows 8.1 preview addresses concerns hindering adoption of Microsoft's OS. Feature
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Four Office 2013 features address security configuration, authorization
Microsoft Office 2013 features for enterprise IT include tools for security configuration, authentication and restriction of file copying. Feature
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The state of mobile device backup
With the growing bring-your-own-device movement, backing up data on mobile devices is quickly becoming an issue for most companies. Feature
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Apple iOS device management cheat sheet
Managing iPhones, iPads and their apps can get tricky. Sometimes it's good to take a step back and look at the basics of iOS device management. Cheat sheet
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Trend alert: Wearable devices are about to take off
It's time to face a new trend: Many vendors are working on wearable devices, and analysts predict a sales boom on the horizon. Feature
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XenDesktop 7 training: Three Citrix certifications announced
For partners looking to boost their desktop virtualization opportunities with upgraded skills, three new Citrix certifications focus on XenDesktop 7. News | 22 Oct 2013
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ITC Infotech warn firms to move on Windows migration
With the date of XP support getting ever closer another voice in the channel has called out to warn customers over delaying migration News | 07 Aug 2013
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Channel flat over prospect of Windows 8.1 bounce
Resellers are lukewarm over the prospects of Windows 8.1 making a splash in the market when it comes out later this year News | 06 Aug 2013
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Desktop admin jobs hit with mobility responsibilities
As application access is changing from desktop to mobile, so are the jobs of traditional desktop admins. News | 02 Aug 2013
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Customers investing in mobility to exploit BYOD growth
Customers are looking to resellers to help them with unified comms, mobility and remote support services News | 02 Aug 2013
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Ditch the device-level mindset for enterprise mobility management
MokaFive CTO John Whaley explains why enterprises need to change their mindset and scrap the cloud when they take on mobility management. Q&A | 01 Aug 2013
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Can Microsoft's Windows 8.1 Enterprise Preview entice business users?
Microsoft ships Windows 8.1 Enterprise Preview on the heels of Windows 8.1 Preview and Windows RT 8.1 Preview updates. News | 01 Aug 2013
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Surface sales still yet to take off
Details from Microsoft over the revenues from sales of its Surface tablet have revealed the product has yet to make much of a dent in the market News | 31 Jul 2013
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Affordable VDI alternatives to Citrix and VMware
Thanks to a handful of vendors or architectural choices, virtual desktops infrastructure can be an affordable option for organizations. News | 30 Jul 2013
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Resellers urged to advise top down approach to BYOD
Resellers helping customers with BYOD need to help establish a roadmap and a strategic approach to avoid some of the problem of an ad hoc deployment News | 30 Jul 2013
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Wearable computing devices could have enterprise prospects
Wearable computing devices may see an uptick in sales over the next few years, but how wearables will affect the enterprise is still up in the air. Opinion
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How Windows 8.1 changes could make Windows 8 VDI more viable
A few changes in Windows 8.1, including a new boot option, help make Windows 8 VDI more feasible in the enterprise. Opinion
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Can the channel help break the Surface in business?
With Microsoft turning to resellers to get more Surface sales into the corporate market does it mean good news for resellers? Billy MacInnes wonders if it will. Opinion
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Why a Windows security scan is not enough to protect your workstations
A traditional Windows security scan may lure IT into complacency about desktop vulnerabilities, so look at four areas to beef up Windows security. Opinion
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Slow VDI adoption rate could get a boost from Desktop as a Service
Cost and management challenges have kept many companies from embracing VDI, but VDI adoption could see an increase as DaaS matures. Opinion
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How device manufacturers make Android fragmentation worse
It's up to mobile device vendors to get operating system updates to Android users. When they don't deploy OS updates, Android fragmentation occurs. Tip
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Six steps for launching an effective BYOD program
Gartner Research Vice President Michael Disabato offers six steps for creating an effective corporate bring your own device (BYOD) program. Tip
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Top five Windows 8 security features new to Windows 8.1
Microsoft has added several features in the Windows 8.1 update, mostly intended for maintaining Windows 8 security for mobile users. Tip
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Alternative tablet applications for Microsoft Office users
Microsoft Office users who work from tablets know that the two don't always play nice, but there are alternative tablet applications for workers to use. Tip
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Eight Apple iOS 7 features that IT needs to know
Apple iOS 7 features some new MDM and application management tools that could help IT retain control over iOS devices. Tip
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SMB mobile programs: Tips for CIOs on BYOD and mobile management
SMB mobile programs are on the rise -- are you ready? We've rounded up some of the best BYOD and mobility advice for SMB CIOs from our sister sites. Tip
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Looking at Windows 8 BitLocker full-disk encryption and alternatives
Microsoft has improved several features in Windows 8 BitLocker, but IT shops may still want to consider whole-disk encryption alternatives. Tip
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Restoring backward compatibility via a Windows 8 XP Mode
Microsoft didn't include XP Mode, which was in Windows 7, in its latest OS. However, there is a free way to boost Windows 8 app compatibility. Tip
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Comparing Windows Defender in Windows 8 vs. third-party malware tools
Microsoft has strengthened Windows Defender for Windows 8, but IT may find third-party anti-malware products more useful than Windows 8 Defender. Tip
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Introduction to iPad administration
You can use Apple Configurator and over-the-air methods to send configuration profiles to iPads, giving you more control over iPad administration. Tip
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When should a client use XP SP3 rather than upgrading to Vista or another OS?
Learn the new components of Windows XP SP3 including black hole router detection and network access protection. Compare XP SP3 features to Vista and decide whether upgrading to Vista or another operating system is a worthwhile venture. Ask the Expert
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How is Linux changing the systems landscape, and how can you benefit?
Learn why cost is only one reason why Linux is gaining ground in the enterprise, plus discover how service providers can profit from the trend. Ask the Expert
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How secure is Windows Vista?
Windows Vista is proving itself to be secure. But VARs may still confuse Vista with another OS. Ask the Expert
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Should I recommend desktop virtualization to my SMB clients?
Learn how your SMB clients, especially those with remote workers and a decentralized IT infrastructure, can benefit from desktop virtualization. Ask the Expert
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Updating to Wndows XP Service Pack 2
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Hardening Linux as part of your client's network security policy
Even Linux is not immune to security threats, particularly in heterogeneous computing environments, and therefore securing your client's Linux servers and desktops should be an essential part of your client's network security policy. Learn how to use... Ask the Expert
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Ubuntu Linux 7.04 installation may ease installation pain
Ubuntu Linux 7.04 has made installation easier for VARs and may affect the virtualization market. Ask the Expert
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Windows Vista migration tools
Windows Vista migrations tools can help move customers onto the new platform without losing old applications. Ask the Expert
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Windows Vista migration first steps
Windows Vista migration needs to be done carefully with consideration for back up and application compatibility. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft Windows Vista licensing for clients planning to virtualize
Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise provides for a single virtual instance of Vista. Jonathan Hassell offers advice for VARs virtualizing a whole shop. Ask the Expert
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clean install
A clean install is a software installation in which any previous version is removed. Definition
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Azure program manager refutes 'hidden' cloud costs, security threats
Cloud costs are sneaking up on CIOs who were looking to save money. They blame the technology, but should they turn the mirror on themselves? Podcast
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Red Hat JBoss growth, partner program changes bring opportunities
Roger Egan, head of Red Hat's North American channel, tells Red Hat partners they're the keys to helping the company reach its $1 billion revenue goal. Podcast
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User Account Control: Windows 7 vs. Windows Vista
Find out how User Account Control in Windows 7 is improved over Windows Vista in this video with Windows expert J. Peter Bruzzese. Video
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How to install Windows 7 Beta
Learn how to install Windows 7 Beta with this video by Windows expert J. Peter Bruzzese from ClipTraining.com. Video
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Deploying Vista FAQ: Podcast with J. Peter Bruzzese
Learn more about deploying Vista for customers; download this podcast with book author J. Peter Bruzzese. Podcast
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Podcast: How to sell and integrate Microsoft Office 2007
Prepare to sell and integrate Microsoft Office 2007 in all its forms. This podcast delves into value-added service opportunities to market with your Office expertise. Podcasts
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Mobile enterprise solutions and the channel: Where's the value-add?
Experts ID sweet spots around enterprise mobility solutions for value-added resellers amidst mobility-driven change in how companies do business. Feature
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XenDesktop 7 training: Three Citrix certifications announced
For partners looking to boost their desktop virtualization opportunities with upgraded skills, three new Citrix certifications focus on XenDesktop 7. News
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Gaining access to apps market via mobile app reseller program
Mobile apps are a fast-growing segment. Find out how to use a mobile app reseller program to resell mobile apps or to build your own apps for resale. Feature
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Android fragmentation: More OS versions, more problems
Android fragmentation is a big problem for enterprise IT because it makes managing devices difficult. And unfortunately, there isn't a good solution. FAQ
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ITC Infotech warn firms to move on Windows migration
With the date of XP support getting ever closer another voice in the channel has called out to warn customers over delaying migration News
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Are consumer-targeted mobile security tools the future of BYOD?
A new tool puts mobile security in the hands of the consumer. With the increased focus on BYOD, are there also enterprise mobile security benefits? Future State
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How device manufacturers make Android fragmentation worse
It's up to mobile device vendors to get operating system updates to Android users. When they don't deploy OS updates, Android fragmentation occurs. Tip
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Channel flat over prospect of Windows 8.1 bounce
Resellers are lukewarm over the prospects of Windows 8.1 making a splash in the market when it comes out later this year News
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Buying Windows 8 PCs for your company? Do your homework first
If you're in charge of buying Windows 8 PCs for your company, these reviews will help you sort through your options. Feature
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Windows 8.1 preview fixes the failings of Windows 8 for the enterprise
The Windows Assessment and Deployment Toolkit included with the Windows 8.1 preview addresses concerns hindering adoption of Microsoft's OS. Feature
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Read desktop operating system (OS) and mobile device management (MDM) news, tips and how-tos for value-added resellers (VARs) and systems integrators helping customers select, install and manage desktops, including Windows desktops and Linux desktops, and mobile devices. You'll find expert advice, best practices and tutorials to help you manage and support Windows, Linux, Unix and Mac OS desktops, as well as mobile devices such as laptops, tablets and smartphone. Read articles on Windows Vista and Windows 8 installation, selling Vista and Windows 8, supporting open source software, desktop operating system comparisons, migrating between desktop operating systems, cost considerations, desktop management, virtual desktop management, mobile device management systems, and other desktop OS service provider concerns.