Presence can be defined as the indication, based on user-provided information, on whether co-workers are available and how they prefer to be reached. We will discuss an option that will allow our users to see availability status information of other users in the network via the Cisco Unified Presence Solution version 7.0. (CUPS). 

F5 Data Manager helps you understand your file storage environment. This trial version will perform an inventory of your environment and enable you to run detailed reports that analyze which file types are being created, who is creating them, how quickly they age, and which resources they consume. 

Security. It is the #1 concern on an IT professional's mind. From external hackers to internal malicious activity ; it is imperative that proper measures are implemented to protect sensitive corporate information. 

Watch this webcast to learn of the features and benefits in the new version of Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0. Microsoft Dynamics CRM offers you innovative ways to access this powerful relationship management solution to empower your employees to respond quickly to customer demands and increase customer satisfaction. 

Using the multi-tenancy features of the solution, The Linc Group can tailor the CRM experience for each of its offices and franchisees around the world. The true value of Microsoft [Dynamics] CRM [4.0] is about how successful the tool can make employees in their jobs . . . 

Microsoft made some big improvements in SharePoint 2010, but a few problems remain that still annoy SharePoint administrators. In this month's issue, find out what's good and what's not so good in the newest version of SharePoint. Also in this issue, get started on SharePoint capacity planning, and learn how to automate SharePoint governance. 

VI Service Desk fulfills the need to provide consistent, centralized service and support. Tickets are prioritized, assigned to the proper resources and escalated to the next support tier when necessary. Robust Ad-hoc reporting helps IT track trends and justify change. 

This paper describes how the 2010, 2007, and 2003 versions of Office work together with the 2010, 2007, and 2003 versions of SharePoint technologies. 

Data quality is an elusive subject that can defy measurement and yet be critical enough to derail any single IT project, strategic initiative, or even a company as a whole. This paper from Business Objects examines an overall approach to data quality ROI including 6 key steps to help you realize tangible ROI on your data quality initiative. 

Increasing network availability, measuring network QoS, optimizing bandwidth utilization, documenting network infrastructure, improved application availability and keeping employees productive, customers happy and the business running. 

Using OS lock down scripts can be time consuming and error prone. Keeping those scripts up-to-date as new guidelines are published requires a continuous cycle of research, interpretation, and script revision. Do you really have time for this? Security Blanket automates the process of locking down Linux and Solaris operating systems. 

Building upon the security, reliability, and performance provided by Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2 extends connectivity and control to local and remote resources. This means your organizations can benefit from reduced costs and increased efficiencies gained through enhanced management and control over resources across the enterprise.