Operating Systems Reports

EBOOK: Each new OS is touted as the “Holy Grail” of features that every IT pro has been waiting for. Windows 7 is no different. This chapter looks at the Windows 7 security features such as BitLocker and Action Center, and separates those that really count from those that sound better on paper.

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 | Published: 17 Aug 2011

EZINE: In this week’s Computer Weekly, we mark the 10th anniversary of Microsoft’s Bill Gates announcing the Trustworthy Computing initiative, and ask if it has made IT more secure. We look at what Oracle’s latest developments mean for its software users running rivals’ servers, and conclude our Buyer’s Guide to IT consumerisation. Download the issue now.

Posted: 23 Jan 2012 | Published: 24 Jan 2012

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In this presentation transcript, learn how you can get started on cloud now with OpenStack, a cloud operating system software. Explore how you can leverage this software to help you deploy and maintain the cloud, and view how a business successfully deployed OpenStack to provide cloud storage.

Posted: 04 Jan 2012 | Published: 04 Jan 2012

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we hear from Visa Europe CIO Steve Chambers on the technology behind the credit card transactions that retailers rely on. We examine the challenges facing the government's G-Cloud project; and we ask how Microsoft will cope when customers no longer want to purchase software licences. Download the new issue now.

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 | Published: 11 Nov 2011

CASE STUDY: Peerless Clothing deployed its SAP* environment on SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server, saving at least $700,000 compared to the cost of a UNIX-based solution. Learn how.

Posted: 25 Oct 2011 | Published: 27 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: A desktop migration project affects all users, so IT needs to communicate with users about the migration process, inform them about when they will be affected and how their data will be moved. This expert e-guide provides tips on how to plan and execute a desktop migration to Windows 7.

Posted: 18 Oct 2011 | Published: 18 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: This essential guide from SearchEnterpriseLinux.com covers everything you need to know about a Linux migration.

Posted: 13 Oct 2011 | Published: 13 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: Find out how to simplify the migration process to Windows 7 in this expert e-guide. Learn which steps are essential in planning a migration, and discover the five crucial aspects of executing a successful migration.

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 | Published: 05 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: Many organizations today are eager to adopt cloud computing, yet recent cloud surveys cite that security, control, and IT compliance are primary issues that are slowing down the adoption of cloud computing. This resource is tailored to assist security administrators with design, validation and utilization of cloud implementations.

Posted: 04 Oct 2011 | Published: 04 Oct 2011

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

WHITE PAPER: Access this resource to explore the growth of Linux as a server operating system and discover how deployment form factors have changed over time to support both workload data and the ecosystem.

Posted: 28 Sep 2011 | Published: 28 Sep 2011

EGUIDE: This expert e-guide from SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com explains how to ensure application compatibility and ease transitions. Learn which steps to take to simplify the move to Windows 7.

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 | Published: 09 Sep 2011

PRODUCT LITERATURE: This literature is about a solution that replicates and rapidly recovers whole server workloads including data, applications and operating systems—all from a single point of control. In the event of a production server outage or disaster, workloads can be rapidly powered on and continue to run as normal until the production environment is restored.

Posted: 29 Aug 2011 | Published: 29 Aug 2011

WEBCAST: Access this exclusive video to discover how user virtualisation can reduce the time and cost of a Windows 7 migration.

Posted: 16 Aug 2011 | Premiered: Aug 16, 2011

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

WEBCAST: View this webcast to learn more about the challenges of designing an effective disaster recovery plan for the modern multi-platform data centre.

Posted: 15 Aug 2011 | Premiered: Aug 15, 2011

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

EGUIDE: Upgrades to Windows 7 continue to abound. In fact, the decision to upgrade is often the easiest part -- it is the actual migration itself that is often the most agonizing. Take a look at this expert resource from the editors at SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com for a comprehensive analysis of the Windows 7 migration process.

Posted: 02 Aug 2011 | Published: 01 Aug 2011

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: With a Windows 7 migration likely in the near future, preparation and planning are essential. Access this exclusive presentation transcript to learn some actionable best practices for the Windows 7 migration, including using clean installations, categorizing applications, and virtualizing applications and desktops.

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 | Published: 29 Jul 2011

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

EGUIDE: Selling desktop virtualization to traditional desktop admins is no easy feat, but there are ways to make a case for desktop virtualization if you break it down into each technology. In this expert e-guide from SearchVirtualDesktop.com, learn how to simplify the explanation of desktop virtualization benefits to admins and more.

Posted: 30 Jun 2011 | Published: 30 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes the evolution of security challenges as enterprises adopt virtualization and then cloud computing. Learn about an approach that acts as a facilitator of mobility, virtualization, and cloud computing.

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 | Published: 29 Jun 2011

WHITE PAPER: Most organizations are migrating to Windows 7 – it’s powerful and full of new functionality. However, this migration promises to be complex, time-consuming, expensive and create downtime for users. In this white paper, see how adopting desktop virtualization simplifies your Windows 7 migration – while reducing costs and increasing security.

Posted: 28 Jun 2011 | Published: 28 Jun 2011

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In this presentation transcript, IT author Jonathan Hassell walks you through some of the key changes made to R2 in three key areas: Active Directory, Group Policy and Terminal Services.

Posted: 22 Jun 2011 | Published: 21 Jun 2011

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This presentation transcript will discuss the top ten most useful advantages of Windows Server 2008 R2. Gain insight into improvements made to Terminal Services and Hyper-V that can provide your organization with increased flexibility.

Posted: 21 Jun 2011 | Published: 21 Jun 2011