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Preparing for Your Windows 7 Migration - Analyze, Plan, Deliver, Optimize sponsored by Centrix Software WHITE PAPER: Explore some of the key considerations for organizations seeking to upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7 desktops, and get several key recommendations to ensure a smooth migration. Posted: 30 Sep 2011 \| Published: 30 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Operating Systems \| Software Upgrades \| Windows 7 \| Windows XP

Editor's Choice: Dell KACE Rocks for Windows 7 Deployment sponsored by Dell KACE WHITE PAPER: Many IT pros are eager to get started with their Windows 7 rollouts, but not sure which software to use in the process. This article reviews one OS deployment/client management tool and examines its pros, cons, and key features. Posted: 08 Aug 2011 \| Published: 08 Aug 2011 TOPICS: Client-Server Architectures \| Client-Server Development Tools \| Client-Server Software \| Operating Systems \| Software \| Windows \| Windows 7

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 on Next-Generation Servers sponsored by Dell, Inc., Intel and Red Hat WHITE PAPER: This white paper examines the defining reliability, availability, and serviceability characteristics of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Learn how they enable the addition and removal of physical and logical devices while improving system availability and increasing capacity. Posted: 27 Apr 2011 \| Published: 26 Apr 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| Data Centers \| Linux \| Linux Server Hardware \| Memory \| Operating Systems \| Processor Architectures \| RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability) \| Server Virtualization

On the Horizon: The Benefits of Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 sponsored by Dell and Microsoft WHITE PAPER: This white paper outlines the new server offered by a leading vendor. Learn about the strategic and tactical choices when migrating to the new system, the most efficient tools, and how it can handle inherent challenges. Posted: 17 Oct 2014 \| Published: 31 Jul 2014 TOPICS: Microsoft Virtual Server \| Operating Systems \| Windows \| Windows Server Software

Deploying Operating System Images on Dell Business Client Systems using Microsoft® Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2008 sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel® WHITE PAPER: The Microsoft® Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2008 provides unified processes and tools for desktop and server OS deployment using a common deployment console and a collection of best practices. The toolkit provides a single mechanism for image creation and an automated installation process to reduce deployment time. Posted: 19 Oct 2009 \| Published: 01 Jun 2009 TOPICS: Best Practices \| IT Management \| IT Managers \| Network Management \| Network Managers \| Operating Systems \| Server Management

Rewriting the Rules of Patch Management sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: In the following white paper, you'll find the information you need to spearhead your patch automation initiatives. Read now and discover a fresh approach to patch management that deploys patches organization-wide in hours. Posted: 01 Jul 2011 \| Published: 01 Jul 2011 TOPICS: Application Life-Cycle Management \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Endpoint Security \| Operating Systems \| Patch Management \| Security

The Migration Equation: Making Sense of the Move to Windows 7 sponsored by AppSense WHITE PAPER: Although the official deadline to migrate to Windows 7 isn’t for another few years, your transition should already be under way to minimise the potential problems that may occur. In this resource, discover how user virtualisation can be the key to solving the many challenges you may face when transitioning to Windows 7. Posted: 16 Aug 2011 \| Published: 16 Aug 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| IT Management \| Operating System Virtualization \| Operating Systems \| Systems Integration \| Systems Management \| Systems Operations \| Windows 7

Overview: Endpoint Management: 7 Steps to Windows 7 with Symantec sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: Symantec can help you meet the migration challenge—and capture the opportunity. Read this overview to learn more. Posted: 19 Jan 2011 \| Published: 19 Jan 2011 TOPICS: Desktop Virtualization \| Endpoint Security \| IT Infrastructure \| Operating Systems \| Productivity \| Security \| Windows 7

*Migrating from UNIX/RISC* to Red Hat Enterprise Linux®on Intel® processor-based Servers sponsored by Red Hat - HPE WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides high-level guidelines for assessing cost and complexity of a Linux migration and provides tips for planning a smooth, successful and strategic transition. Discover how your organization can add value to its IT infrastructure with the use of open source software. Posted: 18 Jul 2012 \| Published: 31 Dec 2009 TOPICS:** Data Center Design \| Data Center Management \| Data Centers \| Infrastructure Management \| Infrastructure Services \| Linux \| Operating Systems \| UNIX

Systems Management Simplified: The Dell Management Console sponsored by Dell and Symantec WHITE PAPER: The Dell Management Console redefines much of the systems management paradigm, through a holistic, Web browser–based “single pane of glass” approach to managing enterprise-wide IT assets. Read on to learn more. Posted: 25 Sep 2009 \| Published: 23 Sep 2009 TOPICS: IT Infrastructure \| IT Management \| Operating Systems \| Systems Integration \| Systems Management \| Systems Operations \| Systems Software