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How new System Center 2012 features ease cloud management
New System Center 2012 features offer flexible and scalable management options no matter your server location. Feature
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Downsides to consider with System Center 2012 features
Your enterprise may want to avoid System Center 2012 if you have cost or mixed infrastructure concerns. Feature
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Working with configuration files in Linux systems
Read how to find and edit configuration files in your customers' Linux systems by using the shell commands provided in this chapter excerpt. Chapter Excerpt
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Linux/UNIX directories and shell commands for VARs
The Linux/UNIX directories and shell commands listed in this chapter excerpt will be valuable to solution providers who are trying to customize their customers' Linux environments. Chapter Excerpt
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Windows Server 2008 R2 features and backup guide
Browse through the new Windows Server 2008 R2 features, and learn best practices for Windows Server 2008 R2 backup, which can help boost sales for solution providers. Guide
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Choosing a wireless networking vendor
When selecting wireless networking vendors as partners, you want to make sure you fully understand the benefits as a reseller. This Partner Program Directory examines wireless vendors across the board, including major vendors and some smaller ones. C... Partner Program Directory
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Bare-metal, system state recovery in Windows Server 2008 R2
Use this chapter excerpt to find out how to perform a bare-metal recovery and system state recovery in Windows Server 2008 R2, including how to use Windows system recovery tools. Chapter Excerpt
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Windows server backup in Windows Server 2008 R2
Take a look at the best practices for Windows server backup in Windows Server 2008 R2, including configuring backup settings and performing system state and bare-metal backups. Chapter Excerpt
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OpsMgr 2007 R2 installation steps
Solutions providers can use this chapter excerpt to get information on a single-server OpsMgr 2007 R2 installation, importing management packs and deploying OpsMgr agents. Chapter Excerpt
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Operations Manager 2007 R2: Using alerts, running reports
Operations Manager 2007 R2 alert tuning can be a nuisance, but this chapter excerpt explains the best practices and how to schedule maintenance reports. Chapter Excerpt
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Experts review new Windows Server 2012 storage features; more news
News briefs: Storage experts express mixed reviews on features such as dedupe and Storage Spaces in Windows Server 2012; more news. News briefs | 22 Oct 2012
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Microsoft delivers first Windows Server 8 beta containing new features
Microsoft finally made the leap on Leap Day, delivering the first Windows Server 8 beta containing dozens of enhanced features across the product. News | 01 Mar 2012
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Unix systems not high on VAR customer shopping lists
Unix systems sales lagged in Q3 of 2010 in spite of an overall surge in the server market. VMware customers are weary of the company's Alive VM license giveaway. Article | 02 Dec 2010
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Intel Core vPro management pack now available for SCSM 2010
To help simplify remote management, solutions providers can now use the Intel Core vPro Processor management pack with Microsoft System Center Service Manager. Article | 18 Jun 2010
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Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server gets VMware endorsement
VMware now supports and distributes the Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server operating system with vSphere and also plans to use the OS for all its virtual appliances. Article | 11 Jun 2010
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Sun OpenSolaris OS on IBM System z in hiatus
Oracle's acquisition of Sun Microsystems has put much of Sun's products in question, and the Sun OpenSolaris OS is no exception. Article | 08 Apr 2010
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IT pros hesitant to adopt Windows Server 2008 R2
There's a lot of excitement over Windows Server 2008 R2's new features, but IT pros are wary to implement any time soon, according to the Windows Purchasing Intentions Survey. Article | 23 Oct 2009
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Active Directory voted best Windows Server 2008 R2 feature
A Windows Purchasing Intentions Survey reveals that Active Directory trumps Hyper-V R2 on IT pros' priority list. Article | 09 Oct 2009
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Google Chrome OS gains credibility with VMware
As VMware makes plans to virtualize Google's Chrome operating system, VARs agree that a VMware and Google combo is enough to shake Microsoft. Article | 03 Aug 2009
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Microsoft partners offer discounts on Windows 7 Professional
Microsoft partners can give clients running Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista Business operating systems a healthy discount off the Windows 7 Professional upgrade. Article | 17 Jul 2009
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Determining the best Linux distribution for your enterprise
There are many flavors of Linux, making the selection process for the best Linux distribution for your business difficult to whittle down. Tip
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PowerShell tutorial: Managing Windows Storage Spaces
This PowerShell tutorial shows users how to fully interact with Windows Storage Spaces, which will help them script the storage provisioning process. Tip
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Five ways admins can embrace Windows Server 2012 Remote Management
As Microsoft encourages Windows admins to deal with servers offsite, here are some easy steps they can use for Windows Server 2012 Remote Management. Tip
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Tech Watch: What to expect in future Windows Server 2012 versions
There will be major changes in future versions of Windows Server 2012, including Windows Server Blue. Spoiler alert: Get ready for a cloud OS. Tip
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Selling an upgrade to Windows Server 2012 VDI
For customers who have invested in Windows 2008 virtual desktop infrastructure, making the move to Windows Server 2012 VDI features will pay off. Feature
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Linux HA cluster tool evolution in SUSE and Red Hat
The pool of Linux HA cluster options is narrowing as Pacemaker becomes the preferred choice for SUSE, Ubuntu and Red Hat. Tip
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Microsoft System Center 2012 add-ons ease management issues
Microsoft System Center 2012 contains several add-on products that VARs can use to help customers manage and enhance their Windows system. Tip
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Making the case for enterprise Linux
An unpaid for Linux distribution can cost your customers a lot, despite the free price tag. Learn how to sell clients on enterprise Linux and find out what benefits you can reap. Tip
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What’s in store for SUSE Linux?
SUSE Enterprise Linux has evolved from a company with confused direction to one that has big plans, which were announced at BrainShare 2011, including a new file system and further development of SLES. Tip
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Automating SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 installation
Automating installation of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 is easy if you know how to maneuver the AutoYaST tool. Get two methods for creating an AutoYaST configuration file. Tip
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Why would I recommend Oracle VM to a client instead of Hyper-V or VMware?
Learn why Oracle VM would be chosen over Hyper-V or VMware and read an expert's recommendations for implementing Oracle VM. Ask the Expert
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How will Vista SP1 and Windows Server 2008 benefit Microsoft partners?
Many feel that Vista SP1 won't deliver much OS improvement. On the other hand, the release of Windows Server 2008 is generating considerable excitement. 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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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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Linux server virtualization -- When is it appropriate?
Linux server virtualization can be useful to the right shop, but may not always be the best solution VARs can offer. Ask the Expert
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Xen or VMware for Linux server virtualization?
Xen and VMware both have different effects on Linux server virtualization. VARs can determine which is best for the customer by understanding their infrastructure. Ask the Expert
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What are the Windows Vista virtual memory requirements?
Running Microsoft Windows Vista in a virtual environment requires a VAR to allocate memory before installation. Ask the Expert
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Configuring Linux servers for remote support
Configuring secure shell (SSH) on a Linux box may be the best way to provide remote server support. Ask the Expert
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Windows Vista security may still not live up to Linux
Windows Vista has new security features that will help improve functionality. But how does it compare to Linux? Our expert discusses the differences. Ask the Expert
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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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Novell channel chief assures Novell partners about leadership
Novell channel chief Javier Colado tells Novell partners that the company's channel leadership remains strong, despite three executive changes in less than a year. Video
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Determining the best Linux distribution for your enterprise
There are many flavors of Linux, making the selection process for the best Linux distribution for your business difficult to whittle down. Tip
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PowerShell tutorial: Managing Windows Storage Spaces
This PowerShell tutorial shows users how to fully interact with Windows Storage Spaces, which will help them script the storage provisioning process. Tip
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How new System Center 2012 features ease cloud management
New System Center 2012 features offer flexible and scalable management options no matter your server location. Feature
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Downsides to consider with System Center 2012 features
Your enterprise may want to avoid System Center 2012 if you have cost or mixed infrastructure concerns. Feature
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Five ways admins can embrace Windows Server 2012 Remote Management
As Microsoft encourages Windows admins to deal with servers offsite, here are some easy steps they can use for Windows Server 2012 Remote Management. Tip
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Tech Watch: What to expect in future Windows Server 2012 versions
There will be major changes in future versions of Windows Server 2012, including Windows Server Blue. Spoiler alert: Get ready for a cloud OS. Tip
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Selling an upgrade to Windows Server 2012 VDI
For customers who have invested in Windows 2008 virtual desktop infrastructure, making the move to Windows Server 2012 VDI features will pay off. Feature
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Experts review new Windows Server 2012 storage features; more news
News briefs: Storage experts express mixed reviews on features such as dedupe and Storage Spaces in Windows Server 2012; more news. News briefs
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Linux HA cluster tool evolution in SUSE and Red Hat
The pool of Linux HA cluster options is narrowing as Pacemaker becomes the preferred choice for SUSE, Ubuntu and Red Hat. Tip
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Microsoft System Center 2012 add-ons ease management issues
Microsoft System Center 2012 contains several add-on products that VARs can use to help customers manage and enhance their Windows system. Tip
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This server operating systems news and expert advice helps value-added resellers (VARs) and IT solutions providers address customers' Windows, Linux and Unix server operating systems concerns, including server operating systems security and installation requirements. You'll find tutorials and best practices to help you sell, select, support and configure Windows, Linux and Unix server operating systems. Other topics include: how to prepare for Windows Server migrations, upgrade concerns, customizing a Linux installation and specialized and embedded servers.