Microsoft Windows 7

Tips, Tricks and Tools for Microsoft Windows 7

Microsoft's latest incarnation of its familiar Windows operating system has some sweeping changes. Boasting an improved, tightened interface and faster, better performance, Windows 7 works like a charm. Among its new features are support for virtual hard, touch and handwriting recognition, and improved performance on multicore processors. There's also DirectAccess, which provides mobile users with access to SharePoint, the company intranet and other corporate network resources. Look to our resource center for information, guidance and strategies on working with Windows 7 as an IT professional.

At Home with Windows 7
Windows 7 HomeGroups lets businesses share files and devices without special technical knowledge.
Windows 7 Compatibility
Use these tips to make sure your older programs will work with Microsoft's latest OS.
Guarantee optimal performance for streaming media and applications with simple Windows 7 Quality of Service...
The bottom line on deployment in Windows 7? It's easier, faster and better.
Speed Up WAN Service with Windows 7
With the new BranchCache feature in Windows 7, users in remote offices no longer must accept less-than-perfect...
Migrating to Windows 7
Which desktop deployment scenario is right for you?
5 Windows 7 Improvements Users Can Put to Work
Enhance the end-user experience with these five tools.
Policy setting and BitLocker encryption can help you manage the parameters for removable drive use.
SMBs Share Experiences with Upgrading to Windows 7
Companies share their tips about how to prepare for a seamless upgrade to Windows 7.

Security

Review: Belkin Advanced Secu... |
This tool can prevent KVM toggling from being a source of network vulnerabilities.
Honeywords: Password Securit... |
Researchers are proposing a new method of spiking the password punch as a way to identify...
How Many Vulnerabilities Doe... |
The potential for damaging data breaches lurks in nearly every corner for SMBs.

Storage

EMC World 2013: Software-Def... |
Storage virtualization is a key element of providing on-demand, flexible cloud services.
How Steve Wozniak Explains V... |
Fusion-io's chief scientist breaks virtualization down into terms everyone can understand.
Product Review: Quantum NDX-... |
Device does double duty for storage and backup.

Infrastructure Optimization

Why More Software Is Headed... |
Many of your favorite software suites are trading in their shiny discs for cloud-based...
Cisco Live 2013: Brush Up wi... |
Get up to speed on convergence, wireless networking, collaboration and more ahead of the...
EMC World 2013: Software-Def... |
Storage virtualization is a key element of providing on-demand, flexible cloud services.

Networking

How to Secure Optimized Netw... |
WAN optimization and security aren’t always complementary. These tips can help you deal...
Cisco Live 2013: Brush Up wi... |
Get up to speed on convergence, wireless networking, collaboration and more ahead of the...
Do Virtual Meetings Boost Pr... |
New study finds that face-to-face meetings don’t always work in workers’ favor.

Mobile & Wireless

Consumr App Powers Informed... |
Reviews and ratings for products on the shelf are only a barcode scan away.
Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi: Com... |
The FCC is working on regulation to free up more Internet bandwidth for air travelers.
CTIA: Wireless Network Data... |
The invisible bytes that zip through the air continue to multiply at rapid rates.

Hardware & Software

Consumr App Powers Informed... |
Reviews and ratings for products on the shelf are only a barcode scan away.
Review: Belkin Advanced Secu... |
This tool can prevent KVM toggling from being a source of network vulnerabilities.
How Many Vulnerabilities Doe... |
The potential for damaging data breaches lurks in nearly every corner for SMBs.