Opinion


Wise Counsel

There is another side of the coin for IT employment.

Trust in Windows Server 2003

Trusts have changed significantly on Windows Server 2003, including the concept of forest trusts. Here's a primer.

Time Traveling

See how three scripts allow for dealing with restore points remotely.

All About ADAM

Active Directory in Application Mode provides a way to have directory service functionality without needing a domain.

Outlook Exceptions

The Rules cache wasn't made to be broken. A better way to create e-mail filters will come with Outlook 2003.

Sync or Swim

Another look at offline folders that comes with a workaround.

File Sync Malady

Windows 2000 continually updates offline file folders by design—Group Policy plays no part.

Screen Test

Some Group Policy tool tricks for implementing an enterprise-wide screen saver.

Speaking the Same Language

This month, Chris takes you through a handy script that discovers and enumerates what networking protocols are installed on a host.

Security By Aggravation

How much can you handle to get secure?

Turbocharge Terminal Services

Here are some tips for keeping disk consuption to a minimum and improving server performance.

A Different Take

Many people, many stories.

Windows Services à la Carte

Windows Server 2003 installs fewer services by default, and installs others in a disabled state. Here’s a guide to what they do, and whether you might need them or not.

Zoom, Zoom, Zoom

Windows Server 2003 has a number of differences from Windows 2000 in how it handles DNS queries. They can speed up domain construction and troubleshooting, helping you squeeze more power out of your network.

Pricing Politics; Saying Goodbye

That First Step Is Tricky

You're responsible for soup-to-nuts implementation of a new system. Before you start, here are a few suggestions to make the project run smoothly.

Active Directory Design on a Dime

Four forests or one? Four domains or one? The best AD design strives for simple and secure administration.

Serving Time

Get the exact time that Windows processes via the WMIC command.

Subnetting Simplified

Quick lesson on configuring subnet addresses.

Finding Users on the Network

Use Winscl to find out which computers your users are logged onto.