Opinion


Three Little Words

PVN? USN? Who was right?

Mail Call

The thrill ain’t gone, but the stakes are higher when it comes to the power of electronic communication.

ERD to the Rescue

Despite the common thought that the Emergency Repair Disk utility is MIA in Win2K, this backup tool is alive and well — and ready to save the day.

Sound Investment

Windows 2000 Datacenter Server provides solid, mission-critical computing — and support — for the largest of environments.

Active Directory Data: Guarding the Family Jewels

Now that you know what Active Directory is — and how vital it is — what are you doing to keep it safe?

Beating the Certification Clock

Transcender’s Win2K test-preparation products offer solid, well-researched content — just in time.

Top 10 Reasons to Implement Windows 2000 Now!

Almost a year later and Windows 2000 has stood the test of time. So, what's stopping you from implementing it? Here's why you shouldn't wait much longer.

The Road to the Top

Reaching your career goals requires not only dedication but continuing education.

Behind Relational Databases

You've worked with SQL Server, but what's working behind the scenes? This new series delves into the processes happening on the back end.

Back in Your Court

A decision in the antitrust case keeps us all in limbo.

The Gift of Group Policy

Santa Gates has a special toy from the land of Windows 2000. Question is, how does it work?

Take It Offline

When network connections are unavailable, Windows 2000’s Offline Files can keep you going.

Words of Wisdom

This month, Greg and Steve share with you some books they hold near and dear to their hearts—personally, as well as professionally.

Business Sense

Active Directory warrants a melding of technical and business skills.

Mobile Endeavor

If you think low-cost laptops mitigate the need for handheld PCs, think again.

Test Yourself

Self Test’s Win2K practice exams are solid, though improving technical explanations and implementing a 32-bit testing engine wouldn’t hurt.

Password Workout

Flex your analytical muscle with a little XOR-cise.

Network Monitor to the Rescue

Get help troubleshooting and fine-tuning performance on your Win2K systems with this handy tool.

ISA Server 2000 Makes Connectivity Simple, Secure

ISA Server 2000 offers speedy Web access and security without compromise.

Good Move

Test takers have noticed: training materials don't quite track with exam content. Now, Microsoft has taken steps to correct that discrepancy.