Below is a great article on how Vista RC2 now blocks write-access to raw disk sectors for user mode applications.
It also explains the difference between kernel protection vs. kernel patch protection (patch guard).  This is a very interesting read for those interested in learning about vista exploits and what RC2 has done to correct them.

http://theinvisiblethings.blogspot.com/2006_10_01_archive.html

Here we are again, a brand new OS from Microsoft. This usually means a plethora of compatibility issues with third party software, among other things such as very exhaustive reviews. I have seen very few reviewers go into such detail about an OS as this guy did. It is a very helpful review that covers Win7 front to back. I've been using Windows 7 and so far i have really enjoyed it, and it has been very stable so far, all the new features that will make the computer experience easier for users.

In my experience supporting Windows servers and Simplify Suite software, not a lot of people are aware that they can redirect their users folders to file servers. Here’s a cool little tidbit for system admins that are trying to redirect users folders to file servers or otherwise. I dug around in the registry and found the keys that will allow you to redirect any important folder over to any path you choose. Here is a key that will get you over to where you need to be.

Deploying ScrewDrivers and Citrix Combo with Web Interface 5.2.0

In certain versions of the Citrix Web Interface you can deploy a single Citrix and ScrewDrivers combination installer. This can be achieved by replacing the Citrix installer with the ScrewDrivers & Citrix Client combo installer. This is not supported in certain versions of the Web Interface due to incompatible naming conventions.

Understanding the Windows User Profile

What is a User Profile?
A User Profile is the files and directories that contain the user-specific data that define the user’s working environment. This data can include display settings, application settings and network connections.

A user profile consists of:

Below is a great link that goes through some Windows Server 2003 Terminal Server licensing issues. The article contains information that can help you understand and successfully deploy Terminal Services on computers that are running Windows Server 2003. Mains topics are licensing requirements for computers that access a Windows Server 2003-based terminal server and transitional client access licenses for Windows XP client computers.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/823313

The newest versions of the Simplify Suite and ScrewDrivers are better than ever with several new features. Check out some below!

Simplify Suite v5.2:

Everyone and their moms know what PDFs are, but most people don't understand PostScript. What is PostScript and how does PostScript relate to PDF? I found this great article by David Evans on Adobe's website that explains everything you need to know about PDF and PostScript: http://www.adobe.com/print/features/psvspdf/

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Terminal Services and you: 3 reasons why you should be on the bandwagon

PART III

This is the final blog in my three part series about the advantages of Terminal Services. Check out the final reason below.

Terminal Services and you: 3 reasons why you should be on the bandwagon

PART II

This is the second blog in my three part series about the advantages of Terminal Services. Check out reason #2!