By separating out the data users really need from machine-specific data, Windows Vista reduces the quantity of data that needs to be stored on the server, a feature that makes folder redirection and profile roaming easier for IT managers.

Configure users' desktops and settings quickly and easily using Group Policy Preferences.

With just a few lines of code, you can extract data from text files, including log files, using regular-expression capture groups.

Windows Server 2008 has a new feature that lets IT managers assign password policies to different groups of users without creating a separate domain for each group.

The new search service in Windows Vista offers improved search performance, a more granular query language, and a search-as-you-type feature.

NAP protects networks by restricting client connections.

Installing and managing a print server with server core

Regularly defragging your hard drive can save memory and improve your machine's performance.

Learn the new ways to connect your handheld to your Windows Vista computer.

How to migrate your Active Directory Domain to Windows Server 2008

Here's how to configure Remote Desktop and the Terminal Services Gateway.

Using Vista's SharedView to help remote users.

Learn how to manage the quality of service on your network by prioritizing services.

Define the acceptable use of USB flash drives and other portable storage devices.

Working with multiple local Group Policy objects.

Here's a quick primer to clear up any confusion about Group Policy.

Discover a better way to secure, manage and share documents with a free Web-based application.

Ten sure-fire tips to ensure that your machine's functionality is worthless.

Data collection sets can help you streamline the troubleshooting process.

Previous Versions restores local and Windows Server files.

Backup and restore has been radically redesigned in Microsoft Windows Vista.

With Apple's Mac OS X, security is built in by default. But unless users intentionally enable specified network services individually, they remain disabled.

Let users connect plug-and-play printers without the need to manually install third-party drivers.

Here's how to shift from a peer-to-peer to a centralized network.

Become an expert at remotely troubleshooting your users' computers in a Windows Server environment.

If you face poorly timed installation requests and surprise new employees, try these tips on PC imaging using Atiris.

Explore the benefits of virtualization with these simple steps for building virtual file servers.

Check out our primer of Active Directory shortcuts that will help you manage a migration to Windows Server 2003.

If that drumming sound is fingers tapping as employees and customers wait for answers from your systems, then consider upgrading to real-time storage to speed data access.