SQL Server Magazine November 2006

[Feature]
Given the fundamental nature of some of the changes in Exchange 2007, starting your planning process as soon as possible is a good idea. Here's where to begin.
By Tony Redmond
Active Directory Federation Services, free with Windows 2003 R2, can help you extend the reach of your AD and Web-based applications to users in other organizations.
By Jan De Clercq
[Reader to Reader]
A scheduled batch file that was supposed to shut down Windows XP Pro computers every evening didn't always work. Learn the reason for the problem and how it was solved.
By Readers
Here's a way to disable USB storage devices on a PC but still leave the PC's USB keyboard and mouse fully functional.
By Readers
[TOP 10]
10 processors lead the market in speed and architecture. Find out which ones and why they dominate the field.
By Michael Otey
[Letters to the Editor]
By Editors
[Market Watch]
Finding the right security-policy management solution involves determining what exactly your environment needs. Start by examining the various factors that might comprise a security-policy management solution.
By Blake Eno
[Need to Know]
Windows Vista RC1 is a near-feature-complete version that offers major functional, compatibility, and fit-and-finish improvements, making this an ideal time to start your Vista evaluation. Also, corrections from Mark Russinovich.
By Paul Thurrott
[What's Hot]
Readers highlight favorite products: Golden Bow Systems' VoptXP, visionapp Remote Desktop, Gladiators Software's AltDesk, Revinetix's Sentio2000, PatchLink Update
By Blake Eno
[Ask the Experts]
Our experts answer your questions about adding contacts in Outlook, preventing users from trusting CAs they encounter while browsing the Web, and more.
By Various Authors
[Windows Power Tools]
If you use the Net commands to manage services from the command line, you might find that the SC tool offers a better alternative.
By Mark Minasi
[New & Improved]
By Blake Eno
[Industry Briefings]
Our editors share insights from their conversations with FireEye, eEye, Digital Security, and DataPreserve. Check out this month's Web-exclusive briefings with CipherTrust, Apere, and MicroNet (InstantDoc ID 93542).
By Editors
[IT Pro Perspective]
Microsoft is finally addressing its security problems—and seems to be getting nothing but grief in return.
By Karen Forster
[Hey Microsoft!]
Windows PowerShell might offer an easier way to automate Windows environments, but will poor documentation and complexity be an obstacle for users?
By Karen Forster
[The Business End]
Internal audits can have a positive impact on your IT department. Here's a simple IT audit framework and five tips on how to make an audit almost painless.
By Ben Smith
[Review]
Misuse of removable media devices can compromise your company's security—but a device-control solution can help protect corporate assets. Take a look at Layton Technology's DeviceShield, which aims to stop potential breaches.
By Mike Campbell
These four products approach IM in different ways. This review will help you determine the best solution for your environment.
By Kevin Carbray
KACE's management appliance for SMBs provides capabilities usually available only in high-end products.
By Michael Cassens
Is now a good time to evaluate Microsoft Office 2007? And what happens when you run the latest prerelease version of Windows Vista in x64 mode? Get straight answers and expert advice here.
By Paul Thurrott
Protect your systems by implementing the security principle of least privilege.
By Karl D. Middlebrooks
Learn why small businesses should check out Messaging Ninja—Sunbelt Software's policy-based antispam and antivirus solution.
By Joel B. Barker
[Cover Story]
This year's nine Windows IT Pro Innovators award winners reveal how they transformed familiar technologies into leading-edge solutions.
By Anne Grubb
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