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Identity Management and the Administrator’s Account

Last Update: Dec 03, 2024

Daniel explains the “Identification Services” feature of ObserveIT, and how it enables complete identification and tracking of users, even when multiple people are accessing the system via the same ‘Administrator’ account credentials.

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Windows Recovery Environment (RE): The Solution When A Computer Won’t Boot

Last Update: Sep 04, 2024

Daniel explains the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE): how it automates the diagnosis and repair of an unbootable Vista, Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008/R2 installation and the security considerations to be aware of when using it.

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Free Tool to Manage Windows Server 2008 R2 Core with a GUI: Visual Core Configurator

Last Update: Nov 19, 2024

In this article, Daniel Petri introduces Visual Core Configurator 2008, a free tool used to configure and manage Microsoft Windows 2008 Server Core using a GUI.

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Should You Migrate from Exchange Server to Google Apps?

Last Update: Nov 19, 2024

Paul Cunningham of ExchangeServerPro.com takes an in-depth look at the considerations that Google doesn’t mention when thinking of migrating from Microsoft Exchange to Google Apps.

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Simple Monitoring For Any SNMP Device (Free Download)

Last Update: Sep 04, 2024

Solarwinds network management has just released a free network device monitor for keeping an eye on just about any SNMP device, from switches to network printers. The free download is definitely worth a look.

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3 Ways to Enable the Built-In Windows 7 Administrator Account

Last Update: Jun 07, 2025

Like in Windows Vista, in Windows 7 the built-in Administrator’s account is disabled by default. Furthermore, this account is not associated with any password. So, if you find yourself in a situation where you need to enable the built in account (cloning machines, etc.) and not just a user with administration rights, then this article is for you…

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How to Resolve “Server Error in ‘/OMA’ Application” in Exchange 2003 on a Domain Controller

Last Update: Nov 19, 2024

Daniel shows readers how to avoid and/or fix the OMA application Server Error.

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How Can I Install and Use Hebrew Fonts on My Windows 7 Computer?

Last Update: Sep 04, 2024

Unlike previous operating systems, the installation of Hebrew support in Windows 7 is much simpler, but it still comes down to performing the steps in the right order for a successful installation. In this article, MVP Daniel Petri details the proper sequence…

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Simplify Virtualization Management with vProfiler from Tek-Tools

Last Update: Dec 03, 2024

vExpert David Davis takes a look at Virtual Profiler from Tek-Tools (vProfiler) and explains what it manages, monitors, and alerts on and how it can help manage your virtual infrastructure.

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Quick Tip: How to Create a Network Connections Shortcut in Windows 7, Server 2008 and Vista Too!

Last Update: Sep 04, 2024

This quick tip by MVP Daniel Petri explains how to create a handy desktop shortcut to your Network Connections in Windows 7, Vista and Windows Server 2008.

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Secret Commands for Emergency Maintenance from the ESXi4 Console

Last Update: Nov 19, 2024

Ever needed to manage an ESXi server when a vSphere Client isn’t available or refuses to connect to it? VMware specialist Tom Finnis explains the various options available to you from the ESXi console, including several unofficial commands that will let you control your virtual machines directly.

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How to Create Professional Network Diagrams Using Microsoft Visio

Last Update: Sep 04, 2024

Aaron Leskiw, CCNA from NetworkManagementSoftware.com demonstrates how to use Microsoft Visio to quickly and easily generate professional-looking network diagrams.

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