Administrator Tip: Microsoft Service Performance Advisor for Windows Server 2003

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Measuring the ROI of Systems Management Software A leading analyst firm states that 'Argent delivers what a growing number of enterprises need today: flawless management of Windows, UNIX, and application servers; low total cost of ownership; flexible configuration; scalable architecture; modular products; positive ROI; and outstanding customer support. Every enterprise IT department wants value without sacrificing performance, and that describes Argent?s value proposition.' Download the white paper.

Admins applaud Microsoft's early warning program
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IT organizations will now be able to better assess threats and allocate resources before security patches are released.

Standalone memory testing for workstations and servers
[Serdar Yegulalp]
Many companies have created memory-testing programs that run within Windows. The best way to conduct a memory test is by using a dedicated program that boots on its own and does not require an operating system.

Is Delayed Expansion on?
[Jim Ruby]
Do you use delayed variable expansion in your Windows 2000/XP/2003 batch files? Windows 2000 and XP don't have delayed variable expansion enabled by default. This can cause 'unpredictable results' when you move the batch file to another system. Find out more in this user-submitted tip.

Create a second account for safer Web surfing
[Brian Reardon]
Take a few minutes and create a second account used for surfing. This will keep your PC healthy from viruses, ad pop-up installers and spyware. Learn more in this user-submitted tip.



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