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Using Task Manager to monitor memory usage in Windows 10
With the Windows 10 Task Manager, desktop admins can monitor memory usage across the desktop to identify the source of any performance issues and terminate it.
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- Microsoft puts Universal Print in preview
Microsoft says cloud-based Universal Print simplifies printer management by replacing on-premises infrastructure. The service is available through 365 on Windows 10 devices.
- How to fix a Windows 10 boot loop
A Windows reboot loop is a vicious and frustrating cycle, but there are ways you can fix a Windows 10 boot loop problem, including booting in Safe Mode.
- Learn native Windows 10 virtual memory management methods
With the variety of local techniques for managing Windows 10 virtual memory, desktop administrators can address numerous performance issues on end-user machines.
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- hard-drive encryption
Hard-drive encryption is a technology that encrypts the data stored on a hard drive using sophisticated mathematical functions.
- remote desktop protocol (RDP)
Remote desktop protocol (RDP) is a secure network communications protocol from Microsoft.
- unified endpoint management (UEM)
Unified endpoint management (UEM) is an approach to securing and controlling desktop computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets in a connected, cohesive manner from a single console.
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Desktop OSes
Windows may be the most common desktop operating system in the enterprise, but it's not alone. Linux and macOS are two other OSes IT pros could run into. As a result it's important to understand the inner workings of each OS to ensure that whatever a user is working with functions at its peak and keeps corporate data secure.
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- Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)
Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan) is a tool that allows information technology (IT) administrators to organize, group and control remote desktop connections.
- operating system (OS)
An operating system (OS) is the program that, after being initially loaded into the computer by a boot program, manages all of the other application programs in a computer.
- Sysprep (System Preparation Tool)
Sysprep is Microsoft's System Preparation tool intended to duplicate, test and deliver new installations for the Windows operating system based on an established installation.
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- Top 5 enterprise Linux distributions to consider adopting
- COVID-19 recession looms for PC market
- Macs to run on Apple silicon, leaving Intel behind
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- Alternative operating systems
- Microsoft Windows 7 operating system
- Windows 8 and 8.1
- Windows legacy operating systems
Desktop management
Enterprise desktop management is a critical component for any organization's IT department. Whether its Windows desktops or other OSes such as Linux, IT pros must know how to keep everything up and running so users can remain productive.
Recent Definitions
- hard-drive encryption
Hard-drive encryption is a technology that encrypts the data stored on a hard drive using sophisticated mathematical functions.
- application performance monitoring (APM)
Application performance monitoring (APM) is the collection of tools and processes designed to help information technology (IT) professionals ensure that the applications users work with meet performance standards and provide a valuable user experience (UX).
- digital workspace
A digital workspace is an integrated technology framework that centralizes the management of an enterprise's applications, data and endpoints, allowing employees to collaborate and work remotely.
Highlights
- Microsoft puts Universal Print in preview
- How to fix a Windows 10 boot loop
- How to enable Hyper-V on Windows 10 for a lab environment
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Back to TopWindows 10
After the popular Windows XP and Windows 7, Microsoft encountered adoption challenges with Windows Vista and Windows 8. In the Windows 10 operating system, the vendor hopes to bridge the divide between desktops and laptops on the one hand and tablets and smartphones on the other. Universal apps, a device-aware interface and other new features will make or break the Windows 10 OS.
Recent Definitions
- remote desktop protocol (RDP)
Remote desktop protocol (RDP) is a secure network communications protocol from Microsoft.
- unified endpoint management (UEM)
Unified endpoint management (UEM) is an approach to securing and controlling desktop computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets in a connected, cohesive manner from a single console.
- application performance monitoring (APM)
Application performance monitoring (APM) is the collection of tools and processes designed to help information technology (IT) professionals ensure that the applications users work with meet performance standards and provide a valuable user experience (UX).
Highlights
- Using Task Manager to monitor memory usage in Windows 10
- How to fix a Windows 10 boot loop
- Learn native Windows 10 virtual memory management methods
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- Windows 10 features
- Windows 10 security and management
- Windows 10 troubleshooting
- Windows 10 updates
- Windows 10 upgrades
Windows applications
Windows applications, including Microsoft Office and Exchange, are the lifeblood of many organizations. If there are problems with Windows apps or users can't access them, productivity can grind to a halt. As a result IT professionals must know how these apps work, what they can do to prevent problems and how to make the user experience top notch.
Recent Definitions
- unified endpoint management (UEM)
Unified endpoint management (UEM) is an approach to securing and controlling desktop computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets in a connected, cohesive manner from a single console.
- application performance monitoring (APM)
Application performance monitoring (APM) is the collection of tools and processes designed to help information technology (IT) professionals ensure that the applications users work with meet performance standards and provide a valuable user experience (UX).
- device driver
A device driver is a special kind of software program that controls a specific hardware device attached to a computer.
Highlights
- Microsoft puts Universal Print in preview
- How to enable Hyper-V on Windows 10 for a lab environment
- How IT admins can use PowerShell to monitor CPU usage
More Windows applications Topics
- Collaboration software
- Enterprise application management
- Enterprise software
- Microsoft email administration
- Microsoft Office and Office 365
- Unified endpoint management
- Web browsers and applications