SQL Server Magazine September 2004

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Introducing Windows IT Pro, a new name and exciting focus on the content you need to save time and money, hone business proficiency, and build career. Learn how to avoid pitfalls with DNS, quickly update Office, simplify recovery with GP, and much more!
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[Feature]

Exchange Server 2003 SP1

Exchange 2003 SP1 offers new and improved functionality that simplifies migration, configuration, and management.

Programmatically Protect Your Passwords

This simple script will not only automatically check and change Administrator account passwords but also get you started in Windows shell scripting.

Walkin' Through the Boot Process

To diagnose and solve maddening problems that users have while starting their computers, you need to understand the basics of the boot process.




[Reader to Reader]

Full Event Log

A reader has a server problem because of a full event log.

Let Users Update Hotfixes

Users can often update their own patches.

Lsass Hogs CPU

Learn how to fix a PDC that’s leaking memory.

Restoring Leaf Objects

A reader offers 2 tips for restoring objects.

Windows 2000 Compatibility Mode

Win2K’s compatibility mode lets the OS run programs from previous Windows OSs.

Workaround for Reserved Words

A reader presents a solution for using reserved words in file and directory names.




[Tricks & Traps]

Dealing with a System Restore–Related Problem

Get a solution for a password-related problem that can occur after you run Windows XP System Restore.

Refining a Response About SATA RAID

Dr. Bob offers further advice about getting the most from Serial ATA (SATA) RAID.

Resolving Device Manager Error 28

Newly attached USB devices might be at the heart of the problem.

Simplifying Remote Management by Using KVM over IP

The doctor discusses his experience with a keyboard/video/mouse (KVM) over IP product.

Using Behavioral Products to Fight Off Viruses

To combat viruses without compromising user access, consider a "behavioral management" solution.




[TOP 10]

PC Computing Trends

Future PCs will bring VoIP to the mainstream, simplify wireless security, and introduce dual-core chips.




[Buyer's Guide]

Windows Firewall Software

Protect your valuable systems with the host- and network-based firewall software products that these 12 vendors provide.




[Letters to the Editor]

letters@windowsitpro.com

Readers comment on VMware, the ADSI Edit built-in limit, geographically distributed clustering, and Windows scripting overhaul.




[Need to Know]

What You Need to Know About Microsoft Voice Command

Microsoft's new Voice Command technology lets you interact with mobile computing devices through voice commands.

What You Need to Know About the Future of Windows Server

Microsoft has outlined its plans for updating its Windows Server product line for the next several years.




[What's Hot]

What's Hot

Readers highlight favorite products: Codework Browse Control, Wise Solutions Wise Package Studio, Advantage International Add2Exchange for Calendars.




[Windows Power Tools]

PsList and PsKill

Download these free tools, which let you list and kill processes on remote Windows NT 4.0 or later systems.




[New & Improved]

New & Improved

Check out the latest products to hit the marketplace.




[Industry Briefings]

Vendor Briefings

Editors share insights from their conversations with industry vendors.




[IT Pro Perspective]

Growing from Experience

Windows IT Pro: More than the name has changed.




[Hey Microsoft!]

Collaborate with Us

Readers ask Microsoft to help them justify its SharePoint products to management.




[The Business End]

Building a Business Case

A little preparation can help you win the battle of justifying the cost of new purchases.




[Coming Soon]

Many Networks, One Identity

Federated Identity Management—an emerging technology that standardizes user authentication—offers a new hope for streamlining collaboration among multiple companies.




[Review]

Citrix MetaFrame Presentation Server 3.0

This newest MetaFrame version offers many useful enhancements.

Just Say No to Notepad

If you’re into scripting, a more powerful editing tool can make you more productive.

Toshiba e755 Pocket PC

This device's built-in wireless functionality is particularly impressive.

Vintela Authentication Services

VAS integrates Linux and UNIX computers with AD and lets you use standard Windows server tools to perform basic admin tasks.




[Solutions +]

Don't Wait--Back Up Those GPOs Now!

The GPMC with Service Pack 1 streamlines backing up, restoring, and migrating GPOs and offers one additional benefit: You don't need a Windows Server 2003 license to use it.

Keeping Office Current

Use this batch file to update your Office clients from an administrative installation point.




[Cover Story]

DNS Configuration Errors Breed AD Horror

DNS problems are often at the root of AD troubles. Here are some common faulty-DNS scenarios, along with the lessons you can learn from them.