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    Private Cloud In A Box: How Windows Server 2012 Changes The Possibilities

    Posted February 25, 2013 - 12:00 pm

    The cloud has gone mainstream. Both public and private sectors are implementing or planning to implement cloud services. Organizations have taken advantage of virtualization as a way to consolidate IT assets and make the most of their resources
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    The Business & IT Benefits of a Server Upgrade with Windows Server 2008 R2 Migration

    Posted January 17, 2013 - 3:15 pm

    Pressure on IT budgets is forcing many organizations to take a critical look at hardware upgrades, but running new software on existing servers can prevent organizations from reaping the full value of their investment.
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    Managing Windows Server Operation & Migration

    Posted January 17, 2013 - 3:15 pm

    Leveraging an external service provider with the skills, capabilities and knowledge in Windows Server operation and migration can smooth upgrades processes, improve Windows Server management efficiency and free IT staff.
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    Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Early Adopter Guide

    Posted December 12, 2012 - 11:00 am

    Early adopters of Microsoft Windows Server 2012 will find this guide a useful resource. as it provides an explanation of features such as details upgrade paths, installations options and directions, hardware requirements, supported drivers and more.
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    Windows 8 for SMBs: 6 Best Practices

    Posted December 4, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    These six best practices will help you deploy a smooth and successful upgrade while keeping in mind existing and future hardware investments and plan for virtualizations and cloud.
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    Upgrade Your Infrastructure: 4 Steps to Reducing Challenges

    Posted December 4, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    Whether it will be Windows 7 or Windows 8, this four step assessment plan and related assessment worksheets can help you prepare for a smooth migration and reduce the challenges commonly associated with an OS upgrade.
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    Windows 8 and BYOD, Embrace the Trend

    Posted December 4, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    Dell Windows 8 devices have been designed from the ground up with BYOD in mind providing the security and management capabilities IT requires and user experiences end-users expect.
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    TechFocus - Windows 7 Migration

    Posted October 3, 2012 - 5:45 pm

    A Windows 7 upgrade addresses a multitude of current inefficiencies from usability and management, to security and mobile support. This expert guide dives into the new features of Windows 7 that will make both IT and users happy. It provides strategic direction to make for a smooth transition as well as admin tips that could be easily missed.
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    Top Improvements in Windows Server 2012

    Posted October 3, 2012 - 5:45 pm

    Windows Server 2012 brings a plethora of improvements. In this eGuide, learn about the top 5 Group Policy improvements including easy-to-monitor status reporting, new IE policies and more. Also learn how Windows Server 8 brings changes to the areas of cloud, storage and networking
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    Windows Server 2008 R2 Learning Guide

    Posted September 28, 2012 - 1:00 pm

    This expert e-guide uncovers the most common questions that have surfaced with Windows Server 2008 R2. Learn details about this Microsoft operating system and discover the direct cost saving benefits IT departments can experience when making the switch.
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    Windows Server 2008 R2 Learning Guide

    Posted September 27, 2012 - 3:45 pm

    This expert e-guide uncovers the most common questions that have surfaced with Windows Server 2008 R2. Learn details about this Microsoft operating system and discover the direct cost saving benefits IT departments can experience when making the switch.
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    Why Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 Makes Business Sense

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    This guide examines the business and IT advantages of migrating to Windows 7 and the costs of further delaying the move. We also take a look and migration strategies, best practices and lessons learned, as well as the resources to help men the move smoother and most cost-effective.
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    Migration Lesson Plan for Educational Institutions

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    Education IT leaders at universities and K-12 school systems are under pressure to support improved collaboration and a virtual learning environment. Discover the lessons learned and the benefits realized by those within the education sector who have migrated from the outdated Windows XP operating system to Windows 7.
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    Virtualization Spotlight on K-12 Education

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    An all-encompassing approach to virtualization has resulted in tremendous cost savings and new levels of learning efficiency at one North Carolina school district. Discover how school districts are leveraging key technologies like server and desktop virtualization to create a smarter classroom environment.
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    Virtualization Spotlight on Higher Education

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    Identifying key emerging technologies for learning is vital at a time when all educational institutions are forced to make careful technology decisions. This eBook explores real-world examples of successful deployments of desktop virtualization, Windows 7 migrations, and server refresh benefits within the education sector.
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    State of Windows 7 Migration in Government

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    The results in this report, The State of Windows 7 Migration in Government, represent the responses of IT leaders at federal, state and local agencies and highlight real and perceived migration challenges, satisfaction levels with the OS upgrade, as well preparing for the overall migration experience.
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    The Federal Agenda: How to Optimize a Windows 7 Deployment

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    A migration to Windows 7 at federal agencies can help ensure secure desktops, better risk management and lower costs. Migrating hundreds of thousands, of users as was the case for the U.S. Air Force, can be daunting. Discover key considerations for federal agencies and five optimized deployment processes that will maximize migration benefits.
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    A Prescription for Desktop Health

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    A Windows 7 migration provides the perfect opportunity to get a handle on notoriously cumbersome application portfolios, replete with many hyper-specific packages often selected by business users and not vetted by IT. Dell's five-phase approach can ease deployment pains.
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    Understanding the Benefits of Windows 7 for Creating Efficient IT in Healthcare

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    The enormous security risk, ever-increasing compatibility hassles, and the decreasing hardware support of Windows XP, will be a constant drain on healthcare IT organizations. The security benefits of Windows 7 are outlined in this paper and explain how migrating to Windows 7 can ensure a more secure and efficient environment.
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    Best Practices for Migrating Healthcare Organizations from XP to Windows 7

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    From a security perspective alone, healthcare organizations are well served by migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7. This paper outlines the challenges organizations can expect, automation techniques that can ensure a smooth process, and overall best practices to keep both IT and users happy.
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    A Prescription for IT Efficiency

    Posted September 6, 2012 - 3:15 pm

    Security is more important in healthcare than other industries. Windows XP, because of its age, is now a security risk on every desktop where it is limping along. Discover the enhanced security features of Windows 7 and learn the best practices healthcare organizations should adhere to for a successful Windows 7 migration.
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    Why Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 Makes Business Sense

    Posted August 23, 2012 - 3:30 pm

    This guide examines the business and IT advantages of migrating to Windows 7 and the costs of further delaying the move. We also take a look and migration strategies, best practices and lessons learned, as well as the resources to help men the move smoother and most cost-effective.
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    Windows 7 Migration: Analyzing Internal vs. External Deployment Strategies and Costs

    Posted August 21, 2012 - 3:30 pm

    With Windows XP's 2014 retirement looming, enterprises and government agencies are intensifying Windows 7 migration initiatives. Most organizations are faced with the choice of managing their migration internally or tapping a third party to do it.
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    Windows 7 Migrations: 4 Steps to Reducing Challenges

    Posted August 21, 2012 - 2:15 pm

    The expiration of Microsoft Windows XP support is driving enterprises and government agencies to prepare for the imminent move to Windows 7. The complete impact assessment process in this guide, which includes detailed assessment worksheets, will help IT managers accurately plan resource requirements and overcome common migration hurdles.
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    Windows 7 Migration: Why Now Is the Time to Say Goodbye to Aging Client Systems

    Posted August 21, 2012 - 2:15 pm

    This detailed whitepaper explores the hidden costs and dangers of hanging on to outdated operating systems and hardware once they have passed their prime.

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