Microsoft Windows White Papers

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How to Simplify Migrations with Virtualization
sponsored by AppSense
WHITE PAPER: This informative white paper takes an in-depth look at user virtualization, which allows for the management of user-specific information independent of the desktop – thus minimizing the complexity of any desktop operating system migration.
Posted: 16 May 2013 | Published: 16 May 2013

AppSense

User's Guide to Office 2007 - No Need to Wait, Deploy It Now
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: It seems we're always dragged kicking and screaming into the newest operating system, programs, or hardware systems. Office 2007 is quite an initial adjustment yet it is one the most functional products from Microsoft in a while.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008

Global Knowledge

The Desktop Dilemma: Liberty vs. Lockdown
sponsored by Bit9, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: CIOs and IT departments are under tremendous pressure to implement better processes over how software is deployed, managed, and used by their employees on their company computers. This document will outline a nine-step methodology that can make or break your transition to a well-managed and controlled Windows environment.
Posted: 09 Jun 2009 | Published: 09 Jun 2009

Bit9, Inc.

BeyondTrust 2009 Microsoft Vulnerability Analysis
sponsored by BeyondTrust Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This report demonstrates the critical role that restricting administrator rights plays in protecting against vulnerabilities. It is important to note that this increased protection is achievable in one simple step without any impact on productivity — by implementing a desktop Privilege Identity Management solution.
Posted: 05 Apr 2010 | Published: 01 Apr 2010

BeyondTrust Corporation

Tech Brief (FAQ): Windows Server 2012 Recycle Bin
sponsored by Dell Software
WHITE PAPER: Among the functionality upgrades in Windows Server 2012 are improvements to Active Directory's Recycle Bin. While this addresses many previous problems, it's not the solution to all AD recovery concerns. Read the White Paper
Posted: 04 Nov 2013 | Published: 04 Nov 2013

Dell Software

The End is Here; Crush Your XP End of Life Problem Today
sponsored by Virtual Bridges
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper provides a layman’s guide to the Windows XP End-of‐Life (XP EOL).
Posted: 22 Nov 2013 | Published: 22 Nov 2013

Virtual Bridges

How Dell Services Help Simplify the Migration Path to Microsoft Windows 7
sponsored by Dell EMC and Microsoft
WHITE PAPER: Hardware and application compatibility, peripheral compatibility, staff training, and the planning and deployment timeline are all key issues to consider before beginning a Windows 7 migration. This paper details Dell’s ability to help organizations simplify this transition.
Posted: 11 Oct 2010 | Published: 08 Oct 2010

Dell EMC and Microsoft

The New Workplace - Are you Ready?
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This white paper presents a solution that integrates Windows 7 and virtualisation migration planning while optimising application delivery by leveraging proven methods, analytics and automation. Read on to learn how IT managers can deliver fast, quality service while providing optimal return on IT investments.
Posted: 31 Jul 2012 | Published: 31 Dec 2011

IBM

Jumping on the Cloud-Wagon? AppZero's Virtual Application Appliance Approach
sponsored by AppZero
WHITE PAPER: This paper explains the attributes of AppZero's VAA approach to server-side application virtualization and conveys various advantages in the cloud environment.
Posted: 04 Mar 2009 | Published: 04 Mar 2009

AppZero

Active Directory Disasters and Tools to Prevent Them
sponsored by Quest
WHITE PAPER: Microsoft Active Directory (AD) is the source of nearly all authentication and authorization in most Windows environments, which means it's critical to keep up and running. While AD's features can protect against some failures, there are others it can't recover from on its own. So what do you do when that dreaded day of disaster arrives?
Posted: 16 May 2014 | Published: 09 Jan 2013

Quest