November 2011Windows 7 is more stable and secure and full-featured than its predecessors. So why aren’t you running Windows 7 as your primary OS?
Windows 7: The Time Is Now for Windows 7
November 2011Windows 8 is grabbing the headlines, but there’s still considerable value moving to Windows 7 if you haven’t yet.
Utility Spotlight: Nov Utility Spot
November 2011Utility Spotlight: Nov Utility Spot
SQL Server: Effective Query Tuning
November 2011Focus on query tuning to truly optimize your SQL Server performance and efficiently manage workloads.
Windows PowerShell: Scripting Crash Course
November 2011This extended Windows PowerShell column will jump-start your knowledge of this powerful technology.
SQL Server 2012: Sometimes Partial Is Preferable
November 2011SQL Server 2012 will support partially contained databases, which should ease some migration and consolidation issues.
Windows 7: Windows 7: Migrating to 64-bit
November 2011There are some special considerations when migrating from 32-bit to 64-bit, as well as some tools and techniques that can help.
Windows Networking: Secrets of Windows Event Auditing
November 2011The need for access control, regulatory compliance and network complexity makes event auditing more important than ever before.
Lync 2010 Hotfix KB 2514982 (64 bit)
This download includes all available updates for Lync 2010.
Lync 2010 Hotfix KB 2514982 (32 bit)
This download includes all available updates for Lync 2010.
Lync 2010 Group Chat Hotfix KB 2636065
This download includes all available updates for Lync 2010 Group Chat.
Lync 2010 Group Chat Admin Tool Hotfix KB 2636063
This download includes all available updates for Lync 2010 Group Chat Admin Tool.
Lync Server 2010 Group Chat Hotfix KB 2514984
This download includes all available updates for Lync Server 2010 Group Chat.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Release Candidate 0 (RC0) Manageability Tool Kit
The Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Release Candidate 0 (RC0) Manageability Tool Kit is a collection of stand-alone packages which provide additional value for Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Release Candidate 0 (RC0).
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 RC0 Master Data Services Add-in For Microsoft® Excel®
The Master Data Services Add-in for Excel gives multiple users the ability to update master data in a familiar tool without compromising the data’s integrity in Master Data Services.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Semantic Language Statistics RC0
The Semantic Language Statistics Database is a required component for the Statistical Semantic Search feature in Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Semantic Language Statistics RC0.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 PowerPivot® for Microsoft® Excel® 2010 Release Candidate 0 (RC0)
Microsoft® PowerPivot® for Microsoft® Excel® 2010 provides ground-breaking technology; fast manipulation of large data sets, streamlined integration of data, and the ability to effortlessly share your analysis through Microsoft® SharePoint®.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Express RC0
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Express RC0 is a powerful and reliable free data management system that delivers a rich set of features, data protection, and performance for embedded applications, lightweight Web Sites, applications, and local data stores.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Release Candidate 0 (RC0)
Microsoft SQL Server 2012 RC0 enables a cloud-ready information platform that will help organizations unlock breakthrough insights across the organization.
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 RC0 End User License Agreements and Privacy Statement
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 RC0 End User License Agreements and Privacy Statement EULA and Privacy Statement provide the legal terms and conditions for using the Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 RC0 software.