SQL Server Magazine June 2004

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High Availability
In this issue, find out why you should set up a high-availability cluster and how to set it up. Plus, learn about high-availability technologies, such as shared storage and data replication, and explore 7 vendors' high-availability products.
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[Focus]

Start Clustering!

It's not just for the enterprise anymore. Learn how to set up a simple high-availability cluster and why you should do so.




[Feature]

Conquer Active Directory’s Built-In Limits

AD’s inherent limits exist to optimize its performance, but sometimes you need to exceed those limits. Here are some workarounds.

Sniff with Snort

Snort is a highly capable NIDS application that not only runs on Windows but also is kind to your IT budget because it's an open-source package.

VMware—At Your Service!

Discover how to configure VMware Workstation 4.0 virtual machines to run as services.




[Reader to Reader]

Better Internet Explorer Browsing

You can press the Shift key to open a new browser window.

Create a Custom Toolbar

Create a custom toolbar that contains all the shortcuts your users need.

Internet Explorer Downloads

You can edit the registry to allow multiple simultaneous downloads.

Restricted Groups Policy

A reader encounters a problem with a Restricted Groups policy.




[Editorial]

Coping with Today’s Killer App

Considering the strategic importance of email, you need to treat it as an enterprise asset and secure it accordingly.




[Internals]

Inside Windows Installer

Take a look inside Windows Installer and its various components—.msi files, transforms, patches, advertisements, and more—and learn new techniques for deploying application setups.




[Inside Out]

Fine-Tuning Windows Firewall

Mark dives into the mechanics of Windows Firewall and shows you how to use new Group Policy settings and the command line to customize Windows Firewall for your network’s needs.




[TOP 10]

Internet Explorer Tips

Mike shares 10 tips to help you use Internet Explorer and the Web more efficiently.




[Buyer's Guide]

Backup-and-Recovery Software

Whatever the size of your business, protecting your data is imperative. These 26 products provide the most up-to-date backup-and-restore capabilities.




[Lab Feature]

Microsoft Cluster Service Alternatives

Third-party vendors offer high-availability solutions that use replication-based, shared-storage–based, or fault-tolerant technologies.

PowerFile C200 Read-Only Library

If you have large piles of CD-ROMs and DVDs on your desk, an optical storage library might help you regain control.




[Letters to the Editor]

letters@winnetmag.com

Readers offer feedback abut software upgrades and ask a question about offline file synchronization




[Windows Client]

Don’t Nag—Just Do It

Disk cleanup and defragmentation is a crucial but time-consuming undertaking. Here’s how you can automate the process.




[Need to Know]

What You Need to Know About 64-Bit Windows

By late 2004, users will be able to choose from a variety of 64-bit Windows options for both workstations and servers and that run on numerous Intel and AMD hardware platforms.

What You Need to Know About Culminis


What You Need to Know About Microsoft BizTalk Server 2004

BizTalk Server 2004 is a compelling solution for business-process automation, offering greater interoperability and lower licensing costs than earlier versions, and a familiar development environment.




[What's Hot]

What's Hot

Readers highlight favorite products: iPass iPass, GFI GFI WebMonitor for ISA Server, Imceda SQL LiteSpeed, CommVault Systems Galaxy Backup & Recovery, CodeWeavers CrossOver Office, and Barracuda Networks Barracuda Spam Firewall.




[Ask the Experts]

Limiting Risk Associated with Local Accounts

You can't completely remove the ability to have local accounts, but you can minimize the security risks they expose you to.

Resolving Exchange 2000 Postmigration Problems

Solve the mystery of bouncing email messages after an Exchange 5.5–to–Exchange 2000 migration.

Setting Up Windows Systems Securely

Learn why you shouldn't connect new systems to the network until the setup is finished.

Troubleshooting a DL Problem

Learn how to determine why some members of a DL aren't receiving messages.




[New & Improved]

New & Improved

Check out the latest products to hit the marketplace.



 

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