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Microsoft Office 365: Cloud-Based Web Applications
By Brian Nelson ⋅ May 24, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Microsoft Office 365 is currently in beta and if you haven’t given it a try yet, here’s what you need to learn about the new platform. In this article we’ll take a look at the Office 365 applications, email and calendar functions in Office 365 and more.
Live from TechEd 2011!
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ May 17, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
The Train Signal crew is at TechEd 2011 in Atlanta this week and our goal is to share the event with you. Did you miss the keynote? Want to know what’s happening at this year’s TechEd? Keep reading…
Interview with Joey Snow from Microsoft’s TechNet Edge
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ May 16, 2011 ⋅ 5:48 ⋅ Post a comment
Check out this interview with Joey Snow, Technical Evangelist for Microsoft and TechNet Edge star, and learn more about Windows Azure and how you can master the cloud.
IT Certification Update: May 2011
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ May 9, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Microsoft and CompTIA have been hard at work developing new exams and certification training resources. Today we’ll examine two new exams and two new certification and training resources from Microsoft and CompTIA. We’ll also discuss the price increase for Microsoft exams.
How to Use Best Practices Analyzer to Optimize your Small Business Server 2011
By Brian Nelson ⋅ May 4, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
Want to make sure that your SBS 2011 installation is fully optimized and runs as well as it can? The Best Practices Analyzer can help you identify areas that need improvement and made recommendations to correct any deficiencies. See how the BPA in SBS 2011 works.
Configuration Manager 2012 Beta Released
By Brian Nelson ⋅ May 3, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2012 beta has just been released. See what the new SCCM 2012 has to offer, what the major changes are and how you can experience them first hand.
Guide to Windows Azure Certifications
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ May 2, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
There are currently three Windows Azure certifications geared towards developers. In this article we take a look at why someone should want to get a Windows Azure certification, what the available Azure training options are and a couple of special offers for those who are interested.
Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Certifications
By Abhinav Kaiser ⋅ April 18, 2011 ⋅ One comment
As SharePoint 2010 adoption increases, so does the demand for qualified SharePoint professionals. Take a look at what the certification options are for both SharePoint Administrators and SharePoint Developers and the MCTS, MCITP and MCM levels.
What’s New in System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2 SP1
By Brian Nelson ⋅ April 12, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
System Center Virtual Machine Manager is a comprehensive management suite for data centers utilizing high-end virtualization and VMM 2008 R2 SP1 brings some new features and support to the table. Let’s take a closer look at what’s new in VMM 2008 R2 SP1.
IT Certification Update: April 2011
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ April 11, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
IT certifications and exams are constantly being changed, updated and revised. In this month’s IT certification update we’ll take a look at Cisco exam changes, new certifications from Microsoft, Google, PMI and much more.
Microsoft’s Springboard Series 2011 Tour: Coming to a City Near You
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ April 7, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
The Springboard Series Tour is back and this year the focus is on Windows 7 deployment tools, customizing Office 2010, what’s new in Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack 2011, and of course, the cloud. Register today — it’s free!
Challenge Yourself with Microsoft’s Test Your Knowledge Program
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ April 4, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Looking for a good free learning resource? Microsoft’s Test Your Knowledge program currently offers help to IT professionals preparing for the Windows Server 2008 70-640 and Microsoft .Net 70-536 exams. See what the program is all about and if it’s worth your time.
The New MOS: Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications for Office 2010
By Abhinav Kaiser ⋅ March 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Technical skills in the area of Microsoft Office do matter, even if they’re not your primary job requirements. Validating those skills with the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certifications can help you show that you’re serious about your work and career.
IE 8 vs IE 9: What’s the Big Deal?
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ February 16, 2011 ⋅ 9 comments
What’s the big deal about IE9? Why are so many people so interested in this new installment, and how does it stack up against Microsoft’s last release, IE8? Today we’ll take a look at what IE9 brings to the table and why
IT Certification Update: February 2011
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ February 7, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
This month’s IT certification and exam update includes new training options from Microsoft, upcoming CompTIA Healthcare IT certification, new McAfee security certifications, information on the recently released Silverlight development certification and more.
INFOGRAPHIC: The History of Microsoft
By Eric Munn ⋅ January 11, 2011 ⋅ 26 comments
Take a look at the visual history of the world’s largest software company, from its humble beginnings in 1975 when Bill Gates and Paul Allen formed “Micro-soft” through the current year.
Microsoft Desktop Player for IT Professionals and Developers
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 31, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
Today I learned about a brand new learning resource from Microsoft called Microsoft Desktop Player. Now available in a beta release for IT Professionals and Developers, Microsoft Desktop Player brings you rich, contextual content. The search considers your specialty (IT Professional or Developer), your role within the organization, and where you are in your adoption [...]
Get a Free Retake on Your Microsoft Exam, Now through June 2010
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 15, 2010 ⋅ 3 comments
Microsoft’s Second Shot offer is back! Microsoft’s popular Second Shot offer is now available — allowing you to take a free retake of your next Microsoft exam if you fail on your first attempt. If you’re ready to get certified in the next six months then take advantage of this great offer. Here’s how it [...]
Microsoft Security Essentials: Installation and Configuration Guide
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ December 22, 2009 ⋅ 6 comments
Microsoft Security Essentials is the newest security offering from Microsoft superceding Windows Defender. You can install Microsoft Security Essentials for free on any genuine installation of Windows XP (with Service Pack 2 or higher) Windows Vista and Windows 7. In this article, I will take you on a guided tour on how to install and [...]
Is Microsoft Security Essentials Right For You?
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ December 16, 2009 ⋅ One comment
The new Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) helps protect your PC from spyware, rootkits, trojans, viruses, and other malicious software. But how does it compete against other free and paid security software? Today I’ll go over some of the features in Microsoft Security Essentials and give you a better idea of what exactly is being offered, [...]