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[Focus]

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A Model Network
Pick the right domain model to optimize network security and administration.
 — Randy Franklin Smith


Discover Windows XP
Microsoft's next generation of Windows is finally about to arrive. Is it worth the wait? Should you upgrade your desktops now? Find answers to these questions and more.
 — Michael Otey


Security in a Windows .NET Server Network
Preview the new and enhanced security features that make Windows a safer way to work.
 — Jan De Clercq

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[Feature]

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Computer Room Fortress
Back up your other security measures by beefing up your data center's physical security.
 — Dick Lewis


ISA Server: Your Network's Lifeguard
Microsoft's successor to Proxy Server 2.0 lets you easily control access to your network, reduce your company's bandwidth useage, and implement intrusion-detection logging features. Here are 6 steps to a basic configuration.
 — Jeff Fellinge

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[Reader to Reader]

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Converting from Linux
Learn an easy way to convert a Linux-based system to a Windows-based one.
 — Readers

Corrupt Win2K Printer Registry Keys
Find out how one reader found a way to delete corrupt registry keys and got some problematic applications working again.
 — Readers

Evaluation or Licensed Version?
Discover an easy way to determine which systems need upgrading before your evaluation copies run out.
 — Readers

Obtain Higher Rights
Find out how you can elevate your user rights above the simple Administrator rights when you need to accomplish a higher-level task.
 — Readers

Quick Web Searches from the Command Line
Learn how to quickly perform repetitive searches from the command line.
 — Readers

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[Editorial]

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Whistler Server Enters the .NET Age
Find out why Microsoft's strategy to rename Whistler to .NET Server is more than just a name change.
 — Paul Thurrott

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[Outlook VBA on Demand]

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Making Contact
The ReconnectLinks subroutine helps you reestablish links to Outlook contacts after you export a mailbox.
 — Sue Mosher

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[ForefroNT]

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The Windows XP Ball Is in Your Court
Should you upgrade to the latest Windows OS?
 — David Chernicoff

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[Product Reviews]

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Event Archiver 3.3.25 and Event Analyst 1.3.52
A partnership for enterprisewide event-log management.
 — Marty Scher

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[Lab Notes]

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XP Pro for the Administrator
The Lab’s experience with XP Pro reveals several features that administrators will like.
 — Ed Roth

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[Inside Out]

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Understanding Win2K's File Replication Service
Learn the ins and outs of Win2K's improved directory replication service.
 — Mark Minasi

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[Tricks & Traps]

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Assessing KVM switches
Discover which vendors make keyboard/video/mouse (KVM) switches that are expandable, support Sun Microsystems and Intel machines, and cost less than $2000.
 — Bob Chronister


Assigning Multiple Logon Profiles to One NIC in Win2K
Learn how you can assign multiple logon profiles, including IP addresses, to a single NIC on a laptop in Windows 2000.
 — Bob Chronister


Avoiding Service Pack Conflicts
Find out whether it's safe to run PDCs and BDCs that use different service packs in Windows NT 4.0.
 — Bob Chronister


Checking for Open Files in Win2K
Tips for working with Win2K in a peer-to-peer network.
 — Sean Daily


Curing ASP-Run Executable Problems in IIS 5.0
The author solves the case of the disappearing executable.
 — Sean Daily


Evaluating 1U Servers
Dr. Bob shares his impressions of the new 1U servers that are appearing on the market.
 — Bob Chronister


Migrating to AD
For users looking to migrate to Active Directory (AD), find out whether you should upgrade your Windows NT 4.0 PDC or start from scratch.
 — Bob Chronister


Remotely Sharing Drives in Win2K
Desperately seeking Rmtshare.
 — Sean Daily


Solving a RAS 718 Error
A direct solution for a remote problem.
 — Sean Daily


Solving TCP/IP Initialization Problems
Find out about a TCP/IP initialization problem that masquerades as a problem that prevents Outlook from connecting to an Exchange server.
 — Bob Chronister

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[Getting Started With Win2K]

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Disk Defragmenter
Use Win2K's built-in manual defragmenter to put your data files' pieces together again.
 — Kathy Ivens

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[TOP 10]

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Cool New Features in Windows XP
Check out the impressive new tools in Microsoft’s follow-up to Win2K Pro.
 — Michael Otey

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[Buyer's Guide]

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Desktop Firewalls
Protect your workstations from intrusion.
 — Mark Joseph Edwards

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[Lab Comparative]

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Enterprise Backup Solutions
Seven products vie to give your enterprise that nice, cozy feeling of protection.
 — Ed Roth

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[Windows 2000 Pro]

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The Invaluable USMT
Use USMT to smoothly migrate user settings from NT 4.0 and Win9x to Win2K Pro.
 — Sean Daily

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[Exchange & Outlook Troubleshooter]

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20 Tips for Exchange 2000 Migration
Take this expert advice about preparations, precautions, and process for a smooth road to a new messaging infrastructure.
 — Kieran McCorry

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[Best Practices for Exchange]

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Maximize OWA 2000
Implement these tips and configurations to minimize Internet email access inconveniences and security risks.
 — Paul Robichaux

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[Mobile & Wireless]

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MOMM
In MOMM, Microsoft introduces a way to enable mobile email. The product offers some superb features, but it also contains a couple of key weaknesses.
 — John D. Ruley

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[Letters to the Editor]

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Letters to the Editor
Find out what readers think about addressing the problem of WPA, beefing up passwords in Win2K, and using AciveSync over a CDPD network.
 — Readers , et al.

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[WinInfo]

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Dell: Computer Industry to Rebound in Q4
Dell’s Kevin Rollins encourages a rosy outlook at the Bear Stearns Technology Conference.
 — Paul Thurrott

Microsoft: Families Can Be Safe Online
Microsoft gives safety advice.
 — Paul Thurrott

Outlook 2002 Gets Its First Virus
Outlook 2002 springs a leak.
 — Paul Thurrott

Windows 2000 Magazine Best of Show Awards
Find out who made the grade at Microsoft TechEd 2001.
 — Paul Thurrott

Windows XP to the Rescue?
Many people hope the new OS will boost PC and add-on sales.
 — Paul Thurrott

Windows XP: The Color Schemes That Never Were
XP goes color-blind.
 — Paul Thurrott

Ximian Preps .NET Clone
Boston-based Ximian attempts to mimic .NET for Linux users.
 — Paul Thurrott

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[Market Watch]

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Wireless Exchange Email Access
Wireless email capabilities can give your enterprise a competitive advantage. Review wireless fundamentals, learn about upcoming technologies, and look at 9 leading-edge products.
 — Mark Weitz