Scotty's Blog
Directory Services and Server OS insights
MS07-039
Jul 11, 2007
Analysis of the MS07-039 security bulletin addressing a critical vulnerability in Active Directory that could allow remote code execution....
W2K8 is breaking the 5K folder barrier in domain-based namespaces
Jul 26, 2007
Windows Server 2008 increases the DFS folder limit beyond the 5,000 folder barrier that existed in domain-based namespaces....
Learning Core Server
Aug 11, 2007
Getting started with Windows Server Core, including initial configuration, role installation, and management without a graphical interface....
Server Core and drivers
Aug 12, 2007
Managing device drivers on Server Core installations, including how to install, update, and troubleshoot drivers without the GUI....
Why I hate finger print scanners
Nov 1, 2007
A humorous take on the frustrations of biometric fingerprint scanners and their reliability issues in everyday use....
Server 2008 Launch Event pre-registration opportunity
Dec 19, 2007
Pre-registration is now open for the Windows Server 2008 launch event. Secure your spot early for this important product launch....
Ask the Directory Services Team: Troubleshooting networks without NetMon
Dec 24, 2007
Alternative approaches to network troubleshooting when Network Monitor isn't available, using built-in Windows tools and techniques....
Changes in functionality from W2K3 to W2K8
Dec 24, 2007
A comprehensive overview of functionality changes between Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008, highlighting new features and deprecated capabilities....
December Server 2008 CTP: Hyper-V failing to start
Dec 27, 2007
Troubleshooting Hyper-V startup failures in the December 2008 CTP build, including common causes and resolutions....
Windows Automation SnapIn for PowerShell Home
Dec 30, 2007
Overview of the Windows Automation SnapIn that extends PowerShell with additional cmdlets for system automation tasks....
James O'Neill's blog: Inspector Morse is dead, alas
Jan 2, 2008
Linking to James O'Neill's blog post reflecting on the passing of John Thaw, known for his role as Inspector Morse....
Ask the Directory Services Team: Which KB articles resolve the most Directory Services issues
Jan 3, 2008
A curated list of the most useful Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for resolving common Active Directory and Directory Services issues....
bink.nu: Windows Server 2008 is in escrow; RTM build planned January 16th
Jan 4, 2008
Reports indicate that Windows Server 2008 has entered escrow with the RTM build planned for January 16th, marking the final stages before release....
Registered for Server 2008 Server Administrator & Enterprise Administrator beta exams
Jan 6, 2008
Signing up for the beta versions of the Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator and Enterprise Administrator certification exams....
BitLocker
Jan 9, 2008
An overview of BitLocker drive encryption in Windows Server 2008, including setup requirements, TPM configuration, and recovery options....
James O'Neill's saves what is left of my sanity
Jan 10, 2008
Appreciation for James O'Neill's helpful blog posts that have saved many IT professionals from pulling their hair out....