Author: Dan Stolts ITProGuru
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Announcing the Windows Server 2012 Community Roadshow
Not everyone who wants to learn in-depth about Windows Server 2012 can make it to TechEd. Therefore, in cooperation with our co-sponsors Dell and HP, we’re sponsoring the Windows Server 2012 Community Roadshow, a complimentary series of events held around the world to present on some of the key infrastructure improvements we’ve made in Windows…
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Cloud, Virtualization & Planning–by Todd Cioffi–Very Insightful
Todd and I did an ITProGuru vs. show together and as we were prepping for that, Todd had a bunch of really insightful ideas. I asked him to put together his thoughts so I could share with my audience. Here are those thoughts. This is a must read… In the words of Navis Learning.com’s Todd…
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TechNet Radio: ITProGuru vs. “Cloud Expansion”–GuruTip Get Certified on Cloud! Learn more about MCSE Certifications for Cloud and Private Cloud
About This Video We’re kicking off a new series today and your host, ITProGuru, Dan Stolts and his guest Todd Cioffi from Navis Learning tackle the big elephant in the room that is cloud computing. Tune in as they discuss ways in which you can stay ahead of the curve with IT Service Management, Private…
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Introducing Windows Server 2012 Free eBook from Microsoft Press PDF, EPUB and MOBI
From the Microsoft Press Blog… Free ebook: Introducing Windows I’m excited to announce the most recent free ebook offered by Microsoft Press. Introducing Windows Server 2012, by Mitch Tulloch, is now ready for free download! Please see the links below to download one or all of the available formats. FORMAT LINK PDF Introducing Windows Server…
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Need to remove or disable browser add ons– in IE, Chrome, or Firefox Here is the easy step-by-step on how
I wanted to create a post on disabling browser add-ons but stumbled on a post by Robert Borges that is perfect. He has a great Step-By-Step post on how to disable add-ons in the most popular browsers (IE, Chrome, Firefox). Add-ons installed in a web browser can provide lots of helpful functionality. Some add-ons help…
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Windows 8 Release Preview (RP) and Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate (RC) Available for Download
Today, Windows 8 Release Preview is available for download in 14 languages. See the Windows Team Blog for details… I am downloading it from TechNet Now Windows 8 Release Preview Download Windows 8 Client Release Preview Download Windows 8 Client Release Preview ISO Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate Download Windows Server 2012 Release…
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Outlook Email Message Change Background Color Font and More
I got an HTML email today that I had to forward to someone. I found that the background was a dark green. When I forwarded the message it automatically made my background this same color. Worse yet, the text font was the same color as the background. I could not type a (readable) message in…
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Windows App Store What, Why, and How
It is not my style to copy and paste for my posts but I stumbled on a great post from one of my developer count-parts G. Andrew Duthie (Dev Hammer Blog) on the Windows App store and felt I had to pass it on. Here you go… Most of my readers are probably aware…
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IT Camp–Free Training Event-The Future Is Now – Part II
IT Camp: The Future Is Now – Part IISystem Center 2012 & Windows Server 2012Highly managed systems and private cloud are the future of IT, and the future is now. In Part II of our IT Camp series, you will build a test lab with an AD domain, learn what you need to know to…
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24 Hour in A Private Cloud Virtual Event Starts May 10th 2012
In collaboration with IEEE Computer Society, the Cloud Security Alliance and Dell, Microsoft is hosting a 24 Hours in a Private Cloud virtual event that will start May 10th, 2012 8:00AM GMT. The event was built by the community for the community. Microsoft is the host of this event. Session content and product demos will…
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Virtual Desktops.. Way More than Just VDI – Get the FULL story
Virtual Desktops.. Way More than Just VDI — Get the FULL story So you think you know Remote Desktop Services and VDI, right? Well, VDI is only 15% of total virtualized desktop story. In this session, we will take a deep look at VDI on the Microsoft platform comparing and contrasting other platforms so you have…
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MMS 2012 Top 10 Things Every Systems Admin Needs to Know about Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 – SV-B317
Venetian Ballroom G – Monday, April 16 – 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM SV-B317 Top 10 Things Every Systems Admin Needs to Know about Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Breakout Session Dan Stolts Windows Server 2008 R2 is an awesome operating system, and the real benefits are for the IT administrator. Do you know how…
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NEW MCSE Certifications for Cloud
Move Your Career to the Cloud with the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert certification Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) is a reinvented certification for today’s technology solutions Microsoft has reinvented its certification program by building a broader and deeper set of technology solutions skills validation, starting with cloud-enabled solution skills. As one of the most recognized…
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IT-Pro Tech Update 2012 Event Coming May 2nd To Providence–Great Lineup!
IT Pro Tech Update 2012 On Wednesday May 2nd 2012, the IT-Pro User Group is hosting Tech Update 2012 an all day FREE event. Come join us for this FREE event and discover the next phase of Information Technology as we discuss Windows 8 in the business environment, Virtualization, Security, Interoperability, and Systems Management. Here…
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How To Modify Timeout, Change Default or Delete Boot Menu Item From Windows 7 or Later Using MSConfig To Modify Boot Configuration Data
Change Default Selection and Timeout Using MSConfig 1) Start | type msconfig | Press <ENTER> 2) Click on the Boot tab 3) Click to select the option you want to set as default 4) Click the Set as Default Button 5) Turn on the checkbox “Make all boot settings permanent” 6) Click OK – on…
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IT Pro Tech Update 2012 – Call for Speakers and Sponsors–Southern New England
Mark your calendar for Wednesday May 2, 2012! Join us for the first annual IT-Pro Tech Update 2012. This event will focus on the next phase of information technology with topics including: virtualization, Windows 8, interoperability, security, and private cloud. This is a multi-session, multi-track event so it will draw a…
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Remotely Manage Windows Server 2008 R2 and More with Remote Server Management and Administration Tools for Windows 7
Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows® 7 with SP1 enables IT administrators to manage roles and features that are installed on computers that are running Windows Server® 2008 R2, Windows Server® 2008, or Windows Server® 2003, from a remote computer that is running Windows 7 or Windows 7 with SP1. You can download from the…
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PowerShell 5 Part Online Series
3/12/2012 2:00 PM (ET) – PowerShell Essentials for the Busy Admin (Part 1 of 5): PowerShell ‘SmowerShell’—Why You Should Learn Windows PowerShell https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1032508049&Culture=en-US 3/13/2012 2:00 PM (ET) – PowerShell Essentials for the Busy Admin (Part 2 of 5): Heard It through the Pipeline—How to Compound Windows PowerShell Commands for Fun and Profit https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1032508051&Culture=en-US 3/14/2012 2:00…
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Part 3 – Build a Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Cloud Foundation Test Lab in Less Than an Hour–Enable Hyper-V Role
Several Ways to Enable the Hyper-V Role… Command Line: DISM /online /enable-feature /featurename:Microsoft-Hyper-V Startup ocsetup Microsoft-Hyper-V PowerShell: Add-WindowsFeature Hyper-V GUI: Start – Server Manager – Add Role – Hyper-V
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Part 2 – Build a Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Cloud Foundation Test Lab in Less Than an Hour–BIOS Settings
Step 1: Part 1 – Build a Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Cloud Foundation Test Lab in Less Than an Hour (includes sysprep images) You should have your server up and running. Step 2: Install your network drivers. If you need help with the network driver see: Network Trashed on My Lenovo W510 And The…