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Paul Thurrott’s Short Takes: October 30
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 30, 2015
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This week’s other news includes some new Windows 10 controversies, some Surface Book issues, an Android and Chrome OS merger, and more Xbox lemonade.
What is JSON and How Is It Used?
- Oct 30, 2015
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Russell Smith
Russell Smith Russell Smith explains how JSON differs from XML, and how it’s used in Azure’s management portal
Validating Computer Lists with PowerShell
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 29, 2015
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Follow these tips and tricks for validating your list of computer names for a better PowerShell experience.
Microsoft’s About To Become More Aggressive With Windows 10 Upgrades
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 29, 2015
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Microsoft has announced that, starting next year, they will begin pushing Windows 10 upgrades more aggressively through Windows Update.
How to Enable the Built-In Administrator Account in Windows 10
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 29, 2015
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Learn two different methods for enabling the built-in administrator account in Windows 10.
Microsoft Band 2: Exercise And Productivity On Your Wrist
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 29, 2015
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Microsoft has a brand new fitness and productivity wearable called the Band 2 but is it worth the steep entry price of $249?
What is Azure Operational Insights?
Last Update: Nov 19, 2024
- Oct 28, 2015
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Russell Smith
Learn about Azure Operational Insights and how it differs from Microsoft Operations Manager.
PowerShell Problem Solver: Getting Process Details
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 28, 2015
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Learn how to find hidden object properties in PowerShell and use them to get details about running processes on your servers.
Apple Crushes It Again, Thanks to China
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 27, 2015
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Apple pulled off another financial miracle, posting a net profit of $11.1 billion on revenues of $51.5 billion for the quarter ending September 30.
Checking System Drive Free Space with WMI and PowerShell
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 27, 2015
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Use PowerShell and WMI to dynamically get disk information for the system drive even when you don’t know what it is.
Windows Mobile 10: The Story So Far
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 27, 2015
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Russell Smith
As Windows Mobile 10 rolls towards RTM, Russell Smith looks at one of the latest builds and gives his impressions.
Microsoft: System Center Will Be Updated Regularly Alongside Windows 10
Last Update: Sep 04, 2024
- Oct 27, 2015
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With Configuration Manager “vNext” expected by the end of the year, Microsoft has begun explaining how it has changed this product to accommodate Windows 10.