Microsoft’s New Patching Philosophy Sacrifices A Few For The Many

Microsoft is making a big bet by changing how it will patch older versions of Windows with a goal of reducing the complexity of the Windows ecosystem but will it pay off?

Aug 19, 2016 | Brad Sams

Huge Change to Patch Tuesday -- IT Admins are Revolting [updated]

Microsoft to change how older Windows versions get patches. For better or worse, it’ll be more like the Windows 10 way. Next Patch Tuesday, prepare for a single rollup patch. This means you won’t be able to pick and choose the patches that work for you. And that’s good, because… um, reasons.

Aug 16, 2016 | Richi Jennings

Enabling HTTPS on Windows Server 2008/2012 Certificate Authority for Web Enrollment

In this post, find out how to enable HTTPS on Certificate Authority for Web Enrollment on Windows Server 2008/2012, how to create a digital certificate template, and more!

Jun 10, 2014 | Daniel Petri

Installing the DNS Server Role on Windows Server 2008 R2

With the introduction of Active Directory, the use of DNS is even more important. Install the DNS server role in Windows Server 2008 R2 in part 1.

Oct 31, 2013 | Sean Wilkins

Overlooked Features in Window Server 2008 R2

Direct Access? BranchCache-whatsis? Discover what oft-forgotten Windows Server 2008 R2 features we think deserve another chance.

Oct 4, 2013 | Aidan Finn