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• Comparing web browser privacy and security features

  While the four most common browsers -- Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari -- have largely the same feature sets, there are subtle differences when it comes to privacy and security.  Continue Reading

• Comparing RAM usage across common web browsers

  While there are plenty of similarities across web browsers, the processes that they consume RAM with can greatly differ. This may be critical information for some IT teams.  Continue Reading

• How to choose a PCaaS vendor

  The PC-as-a-service and device-as-a-service market is still developing and maturing, so organizations should learn who the major vendors are and how these services work.  Continue Reading

• The Windows 11 system requirements and what they indicate

  When organizations consider upgrading to Windows 11, they need to compare the Windows 11 system requirements to their existing hardware before making the move.  Continue Reading

• Windows 11 upgrade issues that desktop admins should know

  Windows upgrades have caused numerous issues in the past, and the move to Windows 11 is no exception. Learn what problems IT can expect during a migration to Windows 11.  Continue Reading

• Guide to Linux patch management

  While patching desktops has some universal aspects across systems, there are specific Linux best practices that Linux administrators need to know. Here are eight important ones.  Continue Reading

• 12 best patch management software and tools for 2022

  These 12 tools approach patching from different perspectives. Understanding their various approaches can help you find the right product for your needs.  Continue Reading

• Patch management vs. vulnerability management: Key differences

  Although both patch and vulnerability management are intertwined, they differ in critical ways, and it's important to have tools and processes for executing both.  Continue Reading

• Creating a patch management policy: Step-by-step guide

  A comprehensive IT patch management policy is insurance against network hardware and software prone to bugs and vulnerabilities that can disrupt critical business processes.  Continue Reading

• Windows 11 migration tools for desktop administrators

  While there are plenty of approaches to a Windows 11 migration, IT should plan out the process carefully and ensure they have the right tools and products to support it.  Continue Reading

• The risks of failed patch management

  Some risks -- like security vulnerabilities and system downtime -- are obvious, others not so much. Good patch management also requires weighing the possible risks of patching.  Continue Reading

• Completing a migration to Windows 11 with Microsoft Intune

  When IT administrators plan the switch to Windows 11, they may notice how similar the process can be to a Windows 10 update if they use Microsoft Endpoint Manager and Intune.  Continue Reading

• Use this 10-step patch management process to ensure success

  Following these steps will help keep your software updated, largely bug-free and secure from cyberthreats while making patch management more reliable and less stressful.  Continue Reading

• How to support Mac computers in Windows environments

  Organizations that support both Windows and Mac desktops must approach them differently, but there is plenty of overlap with the tools and practices they can use.  Continue Reading

• Comparing 8 desktop management software options for business

  Organizations that need desktop management software should survey a variety of platform types. UEM can often provide the most value and functionality in the enterprise.  Continue Reading

• Using Microsoft's Active Directory to manage Mac desktops

  Organizations with both Mac and Windows devices can use some of their Windows-focused AD setup to address macOS management tasks.  Continue Reading

• How to enroll and manage Mac devices with Intune MDM

  Organizations may turn to basic MDM platforms to help manage Mac devices in a Windows-focused environment. Often, these platforms provide just enough management.  Continue Reading

• 5 macOS management software options for the enterprise

  While Windows desktops are still the leading OS in the enterprise, organizations have adopted macOS desktops, and each OS requires a different management approach.  Continue Reading

• How to create a custom ISO for Windows 10

  A custom ISO for Windows 10 can make desktop deployment and installation much simpler. IT allows admins to including applications and themes pre-installed on business desktops.  Continue Reading

• Windows 365 compared to Windows 10

  Organizations may look at Windows 365 as a clear improvement from an administrative perspective, but a traditional Windows physical desktop environment still has its perks.  Continue Reading

• Understanding the features of Windows 11 Enterprise

  IT admins considering a migration to Windows 11 should learn how the features of the Enterprise edition can benefit their organizations.  Continue Reading

• Key native features for Windows 10 security and maintenance

  Desktop administrators should look for Windows 10's native security features and architecture to establish a baseline of desktop security before turning to alternative tools.  Continue Reading

• 3 tools to check Windows 11 update compatibility

  Updating to Windows 11 isn't recommended for every PC. Tools such as PC Health Check assess whether a device meets the specifications and requirements to upgrade.  Continue Reading

• Use Jamf Pro's basic features for enterprise management

  While Apple devices are vital to many workplaces, they present unique management challenges. Jamf Pro is a device management platform that helps tackle Apple-specific challenges.  Continue Reading

• Explore Jamf's products and features for Apple management

  Apple macOS devices make up a significant portion of enterprise endpoints, and vendors such as Jamf offer tools to help organizations manage Apple endpoints securely and easily.  Continue Reading

• How to scan and repair disks with Windows 10 Check Disk

  Windows 10 Disk Check is an intuitive tool that can scan and repair hard drives to reduce the risk of total disk failure and loss of critical information.  Continue Reading

• How to troubleshoot when Windows 10 won't update

  Windows updates can lead to unexpected issues for IT administrators, but there are some simple steps they should always take to find the cause of the update issue.  Continue Reading

• 7 Windows 10 issues and how to troubleshoot them

  Microsoft offers different troubleshooters to fix common Windows 10 problems, and once you find the right one for your issue, these troubleshooters are easy to use.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 methods to address Windows 10 performance issues

  Strong desktop performance is a difficult balance to maintain, but with these 5 methods and a careful approach, IT admins can address any Windows 10 performance issues.  Continue Reading

• Top 7 Chromebooks for business use cases

  Chromebooks are high-performing thin clients with great ease-of-management features, but the market has so many options that it's hard to distinguish between them.  Continue Reading

• How to manage Windows 10 Power Options in settings

  Any Windows 10 desktop -- especially one that users access remotely -- needs special attention for its Power Options to ensure that the connection stays live throughout the session.  Continue Reading

• The options for running Microsoft 365 on a Chromebook

  Without access to the Microsoft 365 service locally, IT admins will have to consider a few workarounds to deliver Microsoft's productivity apps to Chromebook devices.  Continue Reading

• How to perform Windows 10 disk optimization

  Normal use of a PC causes the disk drive to fragment over time, resulting in suboptimal performance. Use Windows 10 disk optimization to defragment a drive and increase efficiency.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate if Chromebooks are secure enough for business use

  Chromebooks are cost-effective endpoints that strip away desktop features for a simple desktop experience. Admins should evaluate if these endpoints are secure enough.  Continue Reading

• A guide to Microsoft Endpoint Manager licensing and cost

  There are many options for Microsoft Endpoint Manager licensing. Organizations should evaluate each licensing, including Intune, Microsoft 365 and Configuration Manager.  Continue Reading

• How to deploy Microsoft Endpoint Manager step by step

  Organizations looking to deploy Microsoft Endpoint Manager must make sure to set up this platform correctly, and they should follow these steps for setup in different scenarios.  Continue Reading

• How to choose the right PC for business

  With seemingly endless options to choose from, finding the right PC for a business can feel daunting. Explore these top seven choices below.  Continue Reading

• How to choose the right Mac for business

  Despite a smaller selection than Windows PCs, finding the right macOS device can still be challenging. Learn more about the available options and how they compare.  Continue Reading

• Comparing macOS vs. Windows security

  Windows and macOS have their pros and cons and, often, security comes down to the individual use case.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate Mac vs. PC for businesses

  While PCs have long been the preferred option for businesses, Mac computers are gaining in popularity due to improved functionality.  Continue Reading

• Comparing offerings: Microsoft 365 vs. Google Workspace

  Microsoft 365 vs. Google Workspace is a difficult choice, so organizations should evaluate each offering's features and pricing before they pick a cloud productivity service.  Continue Reading

• What's included in Microsoft 365 subscription plans

  Microsoft 365 has different licensing plans for all kinds of businesses. Learn about the different subscription plans that Microsoft offers for this cloud-based platform.  Continue Reading

• A Microsoft 365 email migration checklist

  When an organization migrates its email servers and profiles to Microsoft 365, it could use several different processes. Sort through the five options listed below.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate printer management freeware for business

  While freeware isn't always feature-rich enough, organizations shouldn't overlook this option to manage all types of printing jobs, such as virtual desktop and remote printing.  Continue Reading

• 6 steps to troubleshoot remote printing via VPN

  While each organization's printing infrastructure is different, IT administrators should follow these six general steps to determine the cause of remote printing issues over a VPN.  Continue Reading

• Incorporating zero trust into endpoint security

  Zero trust is a complex term, but organizations that take security seriously must know what it is and how it can support existing endpoint security platforms.  Continue Reading

• Top 6 endpoint security software options in 2021

  The market for endpoint security software can be confusing to navigate for decision-makers, but this market roundup should help them navigate this process.  Continue Reading

• 6 components to look for in an endpoint security platform

  When it comes to selecting an endpoint security product, customers should look for essential features, such as application protection, that are crucial for enterprise security.  Continue Reading

• Why endpoint security is important and how it works

  Organizations and IT admins must understand the fundamental approaches that endpoint security platforms take to secure endpoints and defend against common threats.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate if Windows 10 needs third-party antivirus

  While Windows Defender, Microsoft's native antivirus for Windows 10 systems, is suitable for personal use, enterprise users may require a more comprehensive antivirus offering.  Continue Reading

• PCaaS vs. DaaS: learn the difference between these services

  While there is a lot of confusion surrounding DaaS -- devices as a service -- and PCaaS and what these services are defined as, but there may be less of a distinction than you think.  Continue Reading

• How to configure proxy settings using Group Policy

  IT pros can use this labor-saving tip to manage proxy settings calls for properly configured Group Policy settings. Here are the steps to take.  Continue Reading

• How to set up MFA for Office 365 on end-user devices

  When it comes to authentication factors, more is always better from a security perspective. Find out how to deploy MFA on end-user devices for Microsoft 365 users.  Continue Reading

• How to enable and disable Tamper Protection in Windows 10

  Tamper Protection in Windows 10 can protect against malware and third-party applications from changing Windows security settings. Learn how to use the new security feature.  Continue Reading

• 11 tips to improve Windows 10 performance

  With a few minor tweaks, such as maximizing RAM, disabling visual effects and getting rid of unnecessary services, you can increase Windows 10 performance.  Continue Reading

• How does Microsoft 365 extend Windows 7 support?

  Microsoft is ending its official support for Windows 7. However, Microsoft 365 customers have the option to extend support via continued Windows security updates.  Continue Reading

• Windows 10 updates to avoid and how to address them

  While Windows administrators can never ignore Microsoft's updates, it may make sense to delay or even avoid Windows updates until they are stable for enterprise users.  Continue Reading

• When to use SCCM in the cloud with a CMG

  Organizations can run SCCM in the cloud with the help of a cloud management gateway. IT admins should determine if their organization fits within these use cases before deployment.  Continue Reading

• How and when to perform a Windows Registry cleanup

  Desktop administrators should learn the best methods to edit the Windows registry, and how to avoid manual registry edits due to the damage that registry issues can cause.  Continue Reading

• How IT can use the Microsoft Assessment and Planning toolkit

  Organizations can use the Microsoft Assessment and Planning toolkit to assess a variety of aspects of their desktop environment, including hardware, resource use and more.  Continue Reading

• What to do when a Windows Insider Program build isn't working

  Organizations that test Windows Insider Program builds must be prepared for bugs in the platform, and systems admins need to know what to do when they encounter them.  Continue Reading

• Windows 10 system requirements for enterprise users

  IT pros must understand that their desktops' upgrade method, workload and other factors affect whether the Windows 10 system requirements are sufficient.  Continue Reading

• A complete guide to troubleshooting Windows Hello

  Windows Hello has several common issues that administrators may need to troubleshoot. Find out what those issues are here and what to do about them.  Continue Reading

• Comparing Jamf vs. Fleetsmith for macOS management

  Like any decision around purchasing a business technology, the Jamf vs. Fleetsmith debate for Apple device management comes down to certainty, compatibility and feature sets.  Continue Reading

• Set up Windows Remote Desktop on a Mac device

  Organizations that need to enable remote workers on Mac devices should consider allowing them to remotely access Windows desktops with the Windows Remote Desktop application.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate if the MacBook Air is good for business use

  The MacBook Air is popular in the consumer market, but IT admins should evaluate the MacBook Air for business as a separate issue, looking into the device specs and use cases.  Continue Reading

• How to use the Office cloud policy service with Microsoft 365

  The Office cloud policy continues Microsoft's trend of converging management utilities within Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and IT can manage all Office apps within this platform.  Continue Reading

• Using Task Manager to monitor memory usage in Windows 10

  With the Windows 10 Task Manager, desktop admins can monitor memory usage across the desktop to identify the source of any performance issues and terminate it.  Continue Reading

• How to fix a Windows 10 boot loop

  A Windows reboot loop is a vicious and frustrating cycle, but there are ways you can fix a Windows 10 boot loop problem, including booting in Safe Mode.  Continue Reading

• Learn native Windows 10 virtual memory management methods

  With the variety of local techniques for managing Windows 10 virtual memory, desktop administrators can address numerous performance issues on end-user machines.  Continue Reading

• How to enable Hyper-V on Windows 10 for a lab environment

  While there are several ways to test new updates on virtual machines, Hyper-V enables desktop administrators to add multiple VMs to a single desktop and run tests.  Continue Reading

• 6 Group Policy best practices for Windows 10 admins

  Group policies are a central component of Windows 10 configuration. Here are six best practices that can simplify Group Policy management for Windows 10.  Continue Reading

• How IT admins can use PowerShell to monitor CPU usage

  IT administrators that are familiar with PowerShell can use certain scripts to monitor CPU performance on desktops to determine the root cause of desktop performance issues.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 enterprise Linux distributions to consider adopting

  While Linux distributions all serve a similar purpose in the enterprise, organizations should still familiarize themselves with the different distributions to find the best fit.  Continue Reading

• What IT can do when Microsoft 365 is not working

  IT professionals who manage Microsoft 365 should be aware of common issues that administrators face. They can solve many of these problems with the right policy or PowerShell scripts.  Continue Reading

• Ensure remote users meet data protection standards

  During the pandemic, users may have adopted insecure applications as part of their workflows. IT pros must ensure remote data protection by securing or removing these apps.  Continue Reading

• How to deploy Office 365 Applications with Microsoft Intune

  Organizations that deploy Office 365 applications with Intune can set various configurations, such as what versions of the deployed apps and how the apps receive updates.  Continue Reading

• How SCIM can automate user provisioning

  Using SCIM allows users to access resources within unrelated partner environments automatically without organizations needing to create and maintain external user accounts.  Continue Reading

• How to safely stop unnecessary Windows 10 services

  Windows 10 comes with a lot of services, but not all of them are necessary. Consider stopping unnecessary Windows 10 services to boost performance and security.  Continue Reading

• Combat Windows update issues with a consistent testing plan

  When it comes to deploying Windows updates, there is one key step that IT must take to ensure users' productivity isn't hindered: a comprehensive plan for testing the updates.  Continue Reading

• Understand and manage Windows 10 virtual memory

  It can be difficult for IT pros to understand the intricacies of Windows 10 virtual memory, but they should develop a basic knowledge of virtual memory to effectively manage desktops.  Continue Reading

• Get to know Workspace One for Microsoft Endpoint Manager

  VMware's Workspace One can now connect with the new Microsoft Endpoint Manager to provide IT pros with more tools at their disposal for workspace, desktop and endpoint management.  Continue Reading

• Compare UEM capabilities of Citrix Workspace vs. VMware Workspace One

  Digital workspaces go beyond the capabilities of UEM. Compare the management features of two major digital workspace platforms from Citrix and VMware.  Continue Reading

• Discover how Catchpoint helps end-user experience monitoring

  The Catchpoint end-user experience monitoring tool supports several notable integrations with enterprise software and monitoring capabilities such as real user monitoring.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate on-premises vs. cloud-based MDM, UEM

  Organizations should consider whether an on-premises or cloud MDM or UEM platform is best. Determine how to make the decision and, if that decision is cloud, migrate without issues.  Continue Reading

• How CMT, MDM and EMM merged into UEM software

  The differences between CMT, MDM, EMM and UEM can be confusing. Learn how they differ and how vendors offer these capabilities in a single UEM product.  Continue Reading

• How to enable and troubleshoot fast startup in Windows 10

  The fast startup feature on Windows desktops can add value, but IT must understand when it should and shouldn't enable this feature and how to troubleshoot common issues.  Continue Reading

• 4 negotiation tactics for success in a Microsoft software agreement

  A Microsoft software agreement requires skill and knowledge. Use these four Microsoft negotiation tactics to get the best discounts for a productivity suite.  Continue Reading

• 3 Mac remote management software options for enterprise use

  IT pros may be forced to manage remote macOS desktops, so they should understand the options they have for remote desktop management tools and what features they offer.  Continue Reading

• COVID-19 sparks software licensing issues with remote users

  Organizations face a range of issues with the spread of COVID-19, including how to support a newly remote workforce. Learn how to address these enterprise licensing concerns.  Continue Reading

• How to successfully implement MDM for BYOD

  It's not easy to implement MDM in BYOD environments. IT should communicate with end users to set expectations about what personal information the MDM platform can and cannot track.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate UEM, MDM platforms for IoT and wearables

  Wearables and IoT devices can benefit enterprise organizations, but it's important to secure and manage. Evaluate a UEM to determine if it has proper IoT support.  Continue Reading

• How to ensure that UEM supports rugged device management

  Rugged devices have different needs and requirements than the average device. Organizations should ensure that their UEM platforms support their rugged device management needs.  Continue Reading

• Compare capabilities of Office 365 MDM vs. Intune

  Office 365 MDM and Intune both offer the ability to manage mobile devices, but Intune provides deeper management and security. Delve into this comparison of the two products.  Continue Reading

• 5 up-and-coming Mac management software vendors to know

  Vendors that are dedicated to Mac management software tout their specialization as an advantage over unified endpoint management vendors and other desktop management tools.  Continue Reading

• Navigate the micro app builder for Citrix Workspace

  With the Citrix micro app builder, IT can create a connection between business apps as well as custom and legacy systems and the Citrix Workspace to provide consistent UI.  Continue Reading

• What IT needs to know about Chrome extension security issues

  Google Chrome extensions can improve user experience, but they could access a lot of user data. Admins should take control over users' extensions for security and privacy reasons.  Continue Reading

• Navigating the Registry Editor for Windows 10 desktop admins

  The Windows 10 registry stores some critical desktop settings that IT pros should know how to edit, alter or even delete to provide end users the optimal desktop experience.  Continue Reading

• Managing Windows Defender Device Guard in Windows desktops

  IT pros must understand how Windows Defender Device Guard uses a locked-down approach to desktop security and how this method could cause compatibility issues and headaches for IT.  Continue Reading

• Image-level methods for Windows application deployment

  Imaging is a crucial process, but IT must also consider application deployment. Here are methods to deploy different types of Windows apps during installation.  Continue Reading