This podcast explores the key changes made to Windows Server 2008 R2 in Active Directory, Group Policy and Terminal Services. Discover how your organization can leverage these improvements for reduced costs, increased control and improved efficiency. 

In this presentation transcript, IT author Jonathan Hassell walks you through some of the key changes made to R2 in three key areas: Active Directory, Group Policy and Terminal Services. 

<p>Read this paper to gain an approach to unifying utility company's information, processes and people to gain a 360-degree view of contracts, work orders and so much more, effectively enabling employees to make better-informed decisions which then reduce costs and elevate efficiency. Learn how case management can make your business smarter.</p> 

How well-versed are you in the three key areas of contract lifecycle management (CLM) that will give you the visibility to control your contracts and comply with regulations? Take this quick quiz to determine your contract competency and understand whether a CLM solution would benefit your organization. 

Organisations need to start getting to grips with imminent changes to the supplier landscape; that way, they will be ready to move if and when the time is right. 

This chapter sample, from the guide Mastering Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, co-written by Mark Minasi, Willem Kasdorp as the contributing author and published by Wiley Publishing, summarizes the defining features of Windows Server 2008. 

In this new Quest white paper, learn about the challenges of managing Active Directory using native tools – and how provisioning in your diverse environment is equally difficult. Then, discover a third-party solution that not only delivers a comprehensive provisioning solution, but one that makes it quick, easy and painless. 

Many procurement organizations struggle to meet savings goals with an overworked staff using time-consuming, manual processes or outdated systems. Read this paper to learn how to better collaborate with key stakeholders, qualify suppliers, ensure a competitive bidding process, and negotiate contract terms with suppliers. 

This white paper focuses on best practices for implementing an enterprise Active Directory infrastructure using virtualization technology. We will discuss how to perform a full migration of your physical AD infrastructure to a virtualized environment. 

This white paper examines how to configure an ASA to leverage AD for remote connectivity. Your users will appreciate the ability to connect in to your internal network to access programs and data with the same user name and password credentials as they do when they are in the office. VPN access via the public Internet is very secure and reliable. 

Discover 7 key tips to help you achieve and maintain compliance in Active Directory, including what to keep an eye on, warning signs to look out for and how to leverage auditing tools to simplify the process in this essential resource. 

Native Windows tools alone can't protect your business from the many Active Directory (AD) disasters that can occur. Explore comprehensive AD recovery solutions that can help your business recover quickly from disasters ranging from lost AD objects to widespread corruption.