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  1. Urgent Windows 11 Security Alert: Update Your Install Media to Prevent Vulnerability Exploits

    A chill just swept through the IT department, and it’s not from the air conditioning—Microsoft’s waving the red flag over a critical flaw in Windows 11 version 24H2, prompting the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to blast a security alert reminiscent of a fire drill, minus the free...
  2. Windows 11 Enforces Mandatory Microsoft Account for Setup: What You Need to Know

    Windows 11 is embracing a new era—one where skipping the Microsoft account setup during installation is officially off the menu. Microsoft’s recent policy shift mandates that new Windows 11 devices must boot up with an active internet connection and a Microsoft account login, a move that is...
  3. Microsoft Pauses Exchange Server Update Over Major Security Issues

    In a move that has raised eyebrows and caused headaches for IT departments worldwide, Microsoft has paused the rollout of a security update for Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 due to significant issues with transport and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules. This update, initially released on November...
  4. Windows 11 Update KB5043145 Causes Reboot Loops and Device Issues

    A fresh wave of headaches has hit Windows 11 users, courtesy of a problematic update that has triggered a series of irritating issues, including persistent reboot loops and malfunctioning Bluetooth and USB devices. If your PC is suddenly exhibiting bizarre behavior—such as freezing, displaying...
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    Windows 10 Automatic PC setup script via .exe on USB

    Hello, I work as the sole member of the IT department of a small business. I spend much time replacing dead storage drives or setting up new workstations. I was wondering if there was a way I could write a script that I could put on a USB drive that I could plug into a PC with a fresh...
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    Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro Upgrade to 8.1

    I just installed a licensed version of Windows 8 Pro and started playing with it. I understand there is a free upgrade to Window 8.1. On the URL Link Removed Microsoft says under the topic "I have Windows 8 Pro. Can I get Windows 8.1?": "Yes, but if you use Windows 8 Pro or Enterprise at work...
  7. Security and policy surrounding bring your own devices (BYOD)

    As the proliferation of devices continues to capture the imagination of consumers, and has ignited what is referred to as bring your own device (BYOD) revolution, many IT departments across the globe are now facing increased security considerations. While organizations encourage BYOD for cost...
  8. Windows 8 Poll: Will Windows 8 make an impact in tablets?

    Information about Windows 8 RT leads one developer to think there's little reason for IT departments to favor Windows 8 tablets over iPads and Android devices. Do you agree? Link Removed
  9. Windows 7 Man infects college PCs to steal huge database

    A former college student has admitted taking part in a criminal scheme that used malware to steal and sell large databases of faculty and alumni, change grades, and siphon funds from other students' accounts. He used thumbdrives with malware he created to compromise the machines. At first, I...
  10. Eden Technologies Launches Fixed-Price, Fixed-Scope Windows 7 Migration Packages

    NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New York City-based IT consulting firm Eden Technologies launches a series of fixed-price, fixed-scope Windows 7 migration service packages to meet the needs of strapped IT departments. More...
  11. The NSA recommends you upgrade to Windows 7

    If you’ve been looking for just the right motivation or evidence to convince your company’s IT department to upgrade to Windows 7, this may be it. The National Security Agency (NSA) issued a datasheet of best practices for keeping your computer and network safe and secure, and one of the...
  12. Windows 7 Making Computers Easier to Use: Where Do You and Windows 7 Fit In?

    How easy is it for you to use Windows 7, versus say, whatever you are normally used to? This is a question that has decided the fate of not just entire households, but entire businesses when it comes to a proposed Windows 7 migration. I have noticed that one of the biggest preconceptions about...
  13. Windows 7 Migration 'Sapping Resources'

    The migration to Windows 7 takes up the time of half an IT department's staff, according to managers. Link Removed
  14. Windows 7 migration 'sapping resources'

    The migration to Windows 7 takes up the time of half an IT department's staff, according to managers. Link Removed
  15. Windows Vista Microsoft COO Kicks Windows Vista To Knock iPhone 4

    Remember how Microsoft vigorously defended Windows Vista as a good product despite strong criticism and slow adoption by IT departments? Looks like even Microsoft didn't believe its words, either. Link Removed due to 404 Error
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 product key

    Right.....I bought a brand new pc a week ago (delivery was already delayed by 2 weeks). It was running windows 7 home premium. Straight out of the box there were disk errors. Wouldnt load up anything. Tried everything but to no avail. As i had already had to wait 2 weeks for it to be delivered...
  17. Windows 7 default user account control worries experts

    Windows 7 default user account control worries experts. Corporate IT departments should be pleased with new security measures in Windows 7, but consumers are still at risk of getting hit by malware despite changes in the User Account Control (UAC) feature designed to help people be smarter when...
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    Windows 7 Trouble with Drive Mapping Script on Windows 7 After Domain Login

    Hi, i work in the IT Department and I have just installed Windows 7 on a laptop, this has laptop has then been put on the domain and been setup accordingly I have a Group Policy where a VBS Script is run to map network drive depending on group Memberships this was working when i had XP...
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    Windows 7 Issues with Changing Background on Windows 7 After Domain Setup

    Hi, i work in the IT Department and I have just installed Windows 7 on a laptop, this has laptop has then been put on the domain and been setup accordingly I have come accross a problem where i just have a blank screen as the background as GP we should all get an image which is copied to all...
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    Windows 7 Libraries - Great idea in theory but Disaster in the making

    Hi all. The library concept is a great idea in theory -- and if you only have one non networked computer then this post does not apply. The idea is (finally for a Windows OS) of course to organise data by CONTENT rather than worry about the Physical location of it. A typical example these...