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Domains and Objects in Windows Server 2003

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-26 Windows 13 Comments

Jesse Smith reviews two of the new features of Windows Server 2003 Active Directory 1.1: raising domain functional levels and using saved queries to simplify administrative tasks.

Longhorn will Let Users Tune Windows for Different Servers

David Adams 2004-12-18 Windows 26 Comments

Bob Muglia, senior vice president of Microsoft's Windows Server division, told Computerworld during an interview this month that role-based configuration tools "were always the most important feature set that I thought was going into" the server version of Longhorn, which is due in 2007

Windows Server “R2” Beta

David Adams 2004-12-12 Windows 3 Comments

From Microsoft Watch: Microsoft quietly delivered a first private beta release of Windows Server "R2" to the first of about 1,000 testers on Wednesday, company officials confirmed Friday. Meanwhile, Microsoft is soliciting a wider pool of beta testers for a second R2 beta, which it is planning to deliver in the second quarter of 2005...

New file system has long road to Windows

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-10 Windows 42 Comments

Microsoft's long-awaited new Windows file system is still a work in progress. Although Microsoft hopes to ship a test version of WinFS in late 2006, it could be several more years before the revamped storage mechanism finds its way into Windows Server.

Microsoft to patch New Windows flaws

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-09 Windows 32 Comments

Microsoft plans to release patches for five Windows flaws next week, it announced today.

Microsoft Goes to Pieces

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-09 Windows 59 Comments

With the release of Longhorn in 2007, Microsoft said it will offer "role-based" versions of Windows in which only the code needed to perform a given function will be included in a particular build of the operating system. Could Longhorn's new, component-based approach be the start of something big?

Technical Overview of Windows Server 2003 SP1

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-08 Windows 24 Comments

Service Pack 1 builds upon the impressive track record of the award winning Windows Server 2003 operating system by introducing numerous refinements in addition to supplying cumulative system updates. Deploying Service Pack 1 will help enterprises across all industries and segments enhance security, increase reliability and simplify administration through guided attack surface reduction.

Microsoft nears release of 64-bit Windows

Submitted by Tudy 2004-12-07 Windows 18 Comments

Microsoft said Tuesday that it has released a near-final test version of updates to its Windows and Windows Server operating systems. Also, Windows Server 2003 SP1 RC1 has RDP over SSL already included.

Windows Server 2003 SP1 Release Candidate, Other

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-07 Windows 11 Comments

Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 (SP1) Release Candidate has been released in both 32bit and 64bit systems. Some release notes here.

No XP SP2 Security Fixes for Win2k

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-07 Windows 36 Comments

Despite recent calls from customers and analysts, none of the security fixes built into Windows XP SP2 will be back-ported to Windows 2000, still in use by a majority of enterprises. But what about those organizations that can't afford to upgrade?

Managing Active Directory OUs, Users, and Groups

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-05 Windows No Comments

The Users & Computers snap-in for Active Directory enables you to create Organizational Units (OUs) to set up an OUT Tree in the domain. This chapter coves setting up and managing OUs.

Windows NT 4 support will cost in 2005

Submitted by danjr 2004-12-04 Windows 57 Comments

Microsoft will end extended support for the 8-year old OS at the end of 2004. Customers wishing support will have to sign up for a custom contract.

Microsoft Investigates Windows Server Flaw

Submitted by Tudy 2004-12-01 Windows 27 Comments

Microsoft is investigating a security flaw in Windows server software that could allow an attacker to gain complete control over systems running the software, the company says.

Inside The WindowsNT Native API

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-01 Windows 25 Comments

Mark Russinovich's guide on the mysterious NT kernel Native API has been updated to reflected changes introduced in Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. This API is almost entirely hidden from view, with only a handful of its function documented in generally accessible publications.

Windows XP Embedded SP2 goes gold

Eugenia Loli 2004-12-01 Windows 12 Comments

According to WindowsForDevices, Microsoft's Mobile and Embedded Devices Group has just released the final version of Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2. The latest release of the componentized version of Windows XP -- targeting a wide range of embedded systems and devices -- is now available for free download from Microsoft's website. The free 120-day evaluation software kit comprises the entire product including binaries and tools, and can be used to develop, build, deploy, and test a target OS image in a real device.

Looking (Way) Ahead to Longhorn Server

Eugenia Loli 2004-11-30 Windows 56 Comments

There won't be just one Longhorn Server. Instead, there will be nearly a dozen customizable variants, partners say.

When to Expect Longhorn Beta 1?

Submitted by anoymous 2004-11-25 Windows 67 Comments

Paul Thurrott makes claims, based on "internal documentation," that Longhorn Beta 1 will be released on February 16th 2005. However, NeoWin says that it won't be released before May 2005.

Microsoft Drops Windows 2000 SP5, Plans Security Rollup Instead

Eugenia Loli 2004-11-24 Windows 45 Comments

A source close to Microsoft today sent documentation about an Update Rollup for Windows 2000 that the software giant will release in 2005 in lieu of a Service Pack 5 (SP5). Also, Microsoft has announced what it hopes will be a new attack on piracy - the Redmond-based giant has decided to give away free software to those who bought machines with fake copies pre-installed.

Secure Authentication Features in Windows XP

Eugenia Loli 2004-11-21 Windows 2 Comments

Connecting users to your network requires more than plugging in a network cable. Learn the specifics of authentication under Windows XP, and whether you need total authentication services or interoperability with Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows 2003.

Using WindowsXP to Make RAID 5 Happen

Submitted by Tudy 2004-11-20 Windows 29 Comments

Bugs are a common fixture with WindowsXP, but why not make the OS work when it can? See how to tap WindowsXP for sophisticated RAID functions with only a few modifications.