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Backing up the data that is stored on your computer is very important for several reasons.
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There are plenty of guides out there for installing Exchange server 2k7 so I thought I would provide tips that I found useful instead of writing a complete guide.

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I recently set up an Iphone to work with Microsoft Exchange 2007. It was a bit complicated so I thought I would post the instructions for others.

The Exchange 2007 server was using a self signed SSL certificate and the Iphone was a first generation with the 2.0 firmware.

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Here is a list of some of the most useful tools that I use on a daily basis as an IT professional.

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Spiceworks is a free IT management software that includes things like Read the rest of this entry »

Personally I think of a rebuild as giving up. If my personal computer has an issue, I will troubleshoot it until it’s fixed, but I like doing it of course. At the IT shop, if we can’t figure something out in the first 20 minutes or so of troubleshooting, we generally rebuild the computer at this point. This also applies to spyware/virus infections. We will generally try to use the AV program or recommended removal procedure/removal tool. If the virus is not removed, it’s time for a rebuild.
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Ever wondered how fast your internet connection is? Ever wondered if your really getting the 30mb FIOS connection that they say you are? Here’s how to tell. And some tips to improve your connection speed.
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Google Friend Connect is a service that lets website owners add a piece of social networking to their website. The service will interface with Read the rest of this entry »

Adding a router to your network can be a good idea for several reasons.

First, it allows Read the rest of this entry »

Here is what I learned during my Server 2008 with Hyper-V installation.

This is the hardware that I used:

Dell PowerEdge 2900 2 quad core Xeon Processors E5405, 2×6MB Cache, 2.0GHz, 1333MHz FSB

8GB 667MHz (4×2GB), Dual Ranked Fully Buffered DIMMs
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Power cycling your network equipment can resolve many internet connection issues. Read the rest of this entry »