Security
Security Overview
Computer and network security has evolved steadily over the years, and system administrators and security experts have more threats than ever to contend with. A comprehensive approach to security includes anti-virus and anti-malware protection, hardware and software firewalls, intrusion protection and prevention systems, and secure approaches to deploying cloud, virtualization, and mobile IT resources.
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Recent Security Articles
What's New in Windows 8.1
Microsoft finally confirms that Windows Blue will be Windows 8.1. Read on for more reports and rumors of the update.
Disabling User Account Control (UAC) in Windows 8
Wish you could drop UAC in Win8? We got you covered: Learn four easy ways to disable User Account Control in Windows 8 in this helpful tutorial.
The State of Windows 8
We asked for our readers' opinions about Windows 8, and boy, you gave it to us. Check out what other IT pros thought – for better or worse.
Why Should I Use Windows 8 Client Hyper-V?
Discover the properties of Windows 8 Client Hyper-V and the reasons why you should use it in this new Ask an Admin column.
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10 Tips to Make a Secure Password
Trying to improve the strength of your passwords? Discover 10 ways to thwart people you don't want on your network.
Security and Privacy in Public Cloud Computing
Any technology presents unique security issues but cloud computing stands on its own as it ties many different technologies together. In today's post, Mike
Anti Virus Exclusion Guidelines for Microsoft Products
Anti-virus software is a great way to protect your machines against attack. Unfortunately they can sometimes interfere with software that is running on your
Evolution of Windows Firewall: Windows 7
Learn the basic functionality of the Windows 7 Firewall service as well as some of the advanced security configuration.
Remotely Managing Windows 2008 Server Core Firewall
Daniel shows you how to remotely manage the firewall for Windows Server 2008 Server Core.
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