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Operating Systems and Software Services News

December 20, 2017 20 Dec'17
Veeam Availability Suite 9.5 targets complete management

Veeam adds physical and cloud capabilities in its Availability Suite update. The backup and recovery vendor is also accelerating its research and development.
November 27, 2017 27 Nov'17
Veeam enterprise customers gain enhanced physical protection

Veeam's push for additional and deeper enterprise bookings gets a bump with AIX and Solaris protection. The support is based on Cristie Software technology.
September 27, 2017 27 Sep'17
DH2i DxEnterprise adds Linux support to improve availability

Once focusing on SQL Server, DH2i ventures into Linux waters. 'Smart Availability' allows users to move workloads any time, regardless of operating system.
August 31, 2017 31 Aug'17
PowerShell Core's march ahead gives pause for IT admins

As Microsoft's PowerShell Core open source project progresses, some question the future of Windows PowerShell in the company's cloud-focused strategy.

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Lack of agility with Windows Server licenses hamstrings cloud hopes

The sales pitch from public cloud providers is strong, but challenges with Windows Server licensing and other hang-ups have dulled enthusiasm for hybrid cloud deployments. Continue Reading
PowerShell workflows can overcome limits of scripts

PowerShell scripts have their strengths -- and a few glaring weaknesses. Use PowerShell workflows to get around a few common technical restrictions. Continue Reading
Microsoft's strategy on open source is a sign of the times

Microsoft astonished the IT world again with a series of big open source moves in 2016. Do Windows admins need to get on board or risk getting left behind? Continue Reading

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Ubuntu Core: A secure open source OS for IoT

Canonical says easy over-the-air updates put its open source IoT OS ahead of the competition, but others tout its security, flexibility and scalability. Continue Reading
Why Microsoft Azure Stack is destined to fail

Microsoft touts Azure Stack as a way to bring public cloud benefits to on-premises environments. But, for many businesses, the sales pitch doesn't match their needs. Continue Reading
Pester PowerShell unit testing ensures quality code

PowerShell jockeys can turn to the Pester unit testing framework to ensure the code they write is up to snuff. Continue Reading

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Filter and query Windows event logs with PowerShell

Use the Get-EventLog cmdlet in PowerShell to pinpoint problems among thousands of entries in Windows logs, on both local and remote systems. Continue Reading
Navigate the Microsoft roadmap and keep IT pros challenged

Microsoft wants Windows shops to get on board with all of its latest technologies. But that ideal doesn't always mesh with the realities that admins face. Continue Reading
Use PowerShell for help with DNS server management

Administrators can use point-and-click management tools to update DNS servers, but a PowerShell script will automate these routine tasks. Continue Reading

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Top 25 list of Windows PowerShell commands for administrators

Getting started with PowerShell or just need a quick refresher? This tip lists the most common PowerShell commands, with details on when to use them. Continue Reading
Ransomware prevention strategies for Windows Server admins

One ransomware infection can lock up critical data and disrupt the business, but these tips can help boost your data center's defenses. Continue Reading
Managed service accounts tighten Windows Server security

When a Windows Server application uses a service account, it can make an organization vulnerable. Admins can switch to managed service accounts to boost Windows Server security. Continue Reading

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