Tools, Information, and Resources for Systems Administrators by Systems Administrators

Windows XP SP3 released to manufacturing
Microsoft announced today that Windows XP Service Pack 3 is complete and has been released to manufacturing. By April 29, Microsoft expects XP SP3 to be available online via Windows...

Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Worth Knowing
Learning a few keyboard shortcuts is one of the easiest things you can do to make better use of your time on the computer. Instead of taking your hand off...

Share Media with Vista and Media Player
If you have multiple computers running Windows Vista on your home network, it's easy to share your media (music, pictures, etc) with the other computers. Sharing the media lets you...

Opening the right file
When you need to attach a file to an email or open it, do you ever struggle to find the right file? Perhaps your filenames aren't as clear as they...

Windows XP Service Pack 3 nearing completion
Windows Vista Service Pack 1 is available, and Windows XP Service Pack 3 (XP SP3) is following close on its heels. If you've been using Automatic Updates to keep XP...

Book Review: Windows Vista Security
Windows Vista has been called the most secure version of Windows, yet it is still vulnerable to some attacks. Windows Vista Security: Securing Vista Against Malicious Attacks attempts to explain...

Find it Fast with Desktop Search
One of my favorite features of Windows Vista is the integrated desktop search. With it, you can find almost any kind of file - documents, pictures, movies - fast. I...

Keeping track of events and appointments
Keeping track of appointments, events, projects, and other tasks can be a challenge. Windows Calendar, an application included with Windows Vista, can help you out. Using Calendar, you can note...

Getting Vista Service Pack 1
Windows Vista Service Pack 1 was released to the public today. You can wait another month or longer to have Automatic Updates install it automatically, or you can use Windows...

Customize the Windows Taskbar
The Windows taskbar usually sets across the bottom of the screen and provides access to programs and tools. By customizing the taskbar, you can make it easier for you to...