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Learn 20 quick facts that will demonstrate why Windows Server 2012 is the right platform for organizations making this important shift.

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Windows 8 and BYOD, Embrace the Trend

From mobile phone, to tablet, to desktop, Windows 8 delivers cross-platform functionality that today's bring-your-own-device (BYOD) era calls for

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Six myths of Windows RT revealed

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  • Enterprise Tablets as Notebook Replacements: Limited but Growing

    The spectrum of available tablet form factors and functionality is growing and offering more options to users, but each still has some trade-offs, compared with a full-feature notebook. There will always be some percentage of users willing to accept tablet compromises in order to avoid carrying a full-size notebook. However, in most cases, these devices are used as notebook companions rather than full notebook replacements. Windows 8 tablets certainly come closer to providing full notebook functionality than iPads and other media tablets, but there are still trade-offs with the Windows 8 tablets. This Gartner report explains the scalability and manageability of Windows 8 devices as notebook replacements.

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  • 20 Fast Facts About Windows Server 2012

    Learn 20 quick facts that will demonstrate why Windows Server 2012 is the right platform for organizations making this important shift. 

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  • Windows 8 and BYOD, Embrace the Trend

    Windows 8 delivers the tools you need to meet your workers' changing IT needs in a reliable, productive and secure way. It responds equally well to touch as it does to a keyboard and mouse. Read this paper to learn more about how Windows 8 addresses today's workforce needs for mobility, security, virtualization and management. Enhanced security Easier management Ubiquitous data access Reduced WAN traffic Application unification across the Windows 8 ecosystem

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    Anywhere, anytime access has become a requirement as users and partners have moved off premises, and customers demand access to the IT infrastructure. IT is increasingly tapping virtualization and the cloud as a way to keep up with current market and end-user demands. These changes have required IT to rethink its approach to computing, moving from a domain-centric environment to one that has its roots in the cloud. With the right planning, hardware and software such as Windows Server 2012, IT can quickly respond to changing business needs and requirements in a cost-effective manner.

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  • Six Myths of Windows RT Revealed!

    Misinformation has circulated around Windows RT, the new Microsoft OS for tablets that powers a range of new Dell devices. This white paper confronts the top myths and helps to clarify the true capabilities of Windows RT related to: Manageability Security Enterprise readiness Line of business applications "Bring your own device" compatibility Robustness as an OS

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  • Mastering Active Directory Migrations

    An Active Directory migration can be complex and difficult. The goal for most organizations is to provide seamless access to data and services for all users during and after the migration and minimize the impact of the migration on the production environment.

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  • IT Environment for Today and Tomorrow: What You Need to Know About Windows 8

    Windows 8 is ready to give your business the tools you need to meet your workers' changing IT needs in a way that's reliable, productive and secure. Designed to respond equally well to touch as it does to a keyboard and mouse, read this paper to learn more about how Windows 8 addresses today's workforce needs by enhancing mobile productivity, end-to-end security, and addresses virtualization and management advancements.

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  • Managing Windows Server Operation and Migration

    As one of the world's leading suppliers of IT services and consulting, Dell delivers a compelling solution to assist you in Windows Server 2008 R2 operations and migration. Download this paper to learn more.

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  • The State of Windows Migration in Banking & Financial Services: Careful Planning Ensures a Smooth Transition

    Windows 7 is a compelling choice for banking and financial services firms racing against the deadline to upgrade before Microsoft ends its support for Windows XP. Even without Microsoft's plans to end support for all versions of Windows XP in 2014, the Windows 7 feature set is strong enough to drive banks and other financial institutions to upgrade when considering the sophisticated automation, greater stability, lower support costs and improved client interface. Read this whitepaper to learn more about how to overcome challenges regarding operational disruptions and application compatibility while learning more about licensing and the planning tips for a successful deployment.

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  • Server Virtualization: Expert Overview of Cost, Trends and More

    Successful virtualization initiatives require IT pros to have a comprehensive understanding of both the software and hardware costs involved, as well as the disaster recovery efforts required. This expert E-Guide, brought to you by SearchServerVirtualization.com and Dell, provides an overview of the expenses associated with virtualization and highlights the virtual server trends expected for 2010. Gain insight into the tangible virtualization costs, and learn how to keep pace with the changing server virtualization market. Explore the pivotal role of virtual hardware platforms in your business

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  • Dell End User Computing - Evolving to Better Meet Customer Needs

    With advances in mobility and rising trends such as social media, end users are forming higher expectations of their workplace technology. IT staffs are tasked with maintaining high end user productivity while also protecting their organizations from the increased exposure. Computing as we know it is undergoing a huge transformation, making the status quo no longer sustainable. Read this paper to learn how Dell addresses end user and why it is no longer just about the device or technology. Learn also what best practices CIOs should adopt and what they need to do to respond to the changing trends within end user computing.

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  • Dell PC Optimized Deployment Model

    The costs associated with deploying PCs can significantly add to the total cost of owning and using them. Research shows that the average deployment cost is $615 per PC, and costs exceeding $700 are not uncommon, yet by adopting a higher level of maturity, organizations can reduce IT costs by up to 55%. This translates to savings of up to $337 per PC. To help companies efficiently deploy PCs, Dell has developed a series of offerings that optimize the PC deployment process. Read this research paper to learn more about the Dell Optimized Deployment Service Framework can positively impact your next round of PC upgrades.

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  • Desktops for the Future

    With IT departments finding more room in their budgets to tackle much-needed projects, desktop operating system refresh is moving to the top of the list. After all, OS upgrades enable organizations to rethink and restructure their entire desktop infrastructure into more efficient and productive environments. With the expiration of Microsoft support for Windows XP looming, upgrading to Windows 7 presents an opportunity to create a streamlined environment primed for virtualization, cloud computing and other next-generation technologies.

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  • Windows 7 Migration: An Industry View of Application Compatibility

    In the two years that Windows 7 has been available to the enterprise, many organizations have made the move, and common challenges have been identified. This white paper discusses the application compatibility challenges facing those who haven't yet migrated to Windows 7, allowing them to benefit from the experiences of early adopters.

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  • Top 5 Windows 7 Migration Lessons to Know for the Future!

    When it comes to Windows 7 (and future OS versions) migration process and approaches, the Dell Services team has found five key lessons essential to a successful operating system migration project. This whitepaper examines the importance of hardware, the mandate of a well-defined application strategy, the positive end user benefits of Windows 7, the reduction in overall IT complexity, and the overall benefits of working with a service provider through the OS migration strategy and deployment. Read this whitepaper to discover more detail around these "Best Practices" for driving a successful client OS migration.

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  • The Business and IT Benefits of a Server Upgrade with Windows Server 2008 R2 Migration

    Pressure on IT budgets and scrutiny on capital expenditures is forcing many organizations to take a critical look at companion hardware upgrades to software upgrades. Companies that invested in Windows Server 2008 R2 and support the software with new, more powerful server hardware are getting the most from their IT buck.

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  • Windows Server 2008: 4 Little Known Virtualization Benefits

    Virtualization's benefits have been well documented. Using virtualization, IT can consolidate physical servers, reduce costs, improve system uptime and help a company reduce energy usage. And yet today, according to Gartner, only 40 percent of all servers have been virtualized. And Enterprise Strategy Group research found that only 41 percent of companies have virtualized Tier-1 workloads.

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  • Understanding the Benefits of Windows 7 for Creating Efficient IT in Healthcare

    If you're an IT administrator in the healthcare sector, ever-growing concerns over institutional and patient security should place an emphasis on reducing huge security risks as a high priority. After some very high profile breaches, running the decade-old Windows XP operating system on hospital and office computers should be considered a security risk on every desktop where it's still limping along.

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  • Conquering Government Challenges to Migrate to Windows 7

    Migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7 can be especially challenging for government organizations, which have the added burden of dealing with budget battles and bureaucracy. At the same time, Windows 7 benefits like enhanced security and  better support for virtualization make the OS especially appealing to the public sector. Download this guide to learn how your government organization can ease the path to Windows 7.

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  • Secure Mobility: Inside Windows Server 2008 Direct Access

    The definition of “office space” has changed over the past few decades. A good chunk of our workforce has more than one office. And that’s a good thing for both employees and employers. For employees, there’s the potential for greater job satisfaction, and the ability to handle calls and problems when they come up. Employers end up with employees who are willing to work more hours, boosting overall productivity, because they can work from wherever they are. Many employers also see a spike in employee retention rates and gain access to an expanded labor pool, since location no longer matters as much.

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  • Simplify Your Migration to Windows Server 2008 R2: Tips and Tricks

    Implementing and deploying any new platform can be difficult the first few times around, but by the time we're done, we've learned some key "tips and tricks" that make the job easier. If you want to learn from the experiences of others, check out the tips and pointers that Dell and Microsoft experts have developed for you. They'll help shorten your learning curve and make your migration smoother and more productive.

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  • Virtualization and Windows 7 on Campus

    This Tech Spotlight eBook examines how higher-education institutions are making the best use of technologies like virtualization to trim costs without cutting services. It also offers a look at the costs colleges and universities can incur when planning a migration Windows 7. Download the eBook now to learn more.

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  • Education Spotlight on Virtualization

    Download this eBook to learn how an all-encompassing approach to virtualization at your education institution or school district can result in cost savings and operational efficiencies. You can also examine the how your institution can plan for the costs of Windows 7 migration and how to design k-12 classrooms for the 21st century.

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  • Windows Server® 2008 & Cloud Solutions

    As more and more organizations start to plan and deploy their first cloud solutions, there are a number of platform choices, and one of those that is getting more attention is Windows Server 2008. There are a number of important issues that every IT professional is considering in making the decisions on Cloud platforms

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  • Desktop Virtualization: The Right Solution for Efficiency, Security, and Unparalleled Flexibility

    The cost and time associated with managing desktops is rising at a time when budgets are being tightened and IT staffing is strained. Dell offers a complete desktop virtualization solution that includes server and desktop hardware, software, and services.

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  • eGuide: A Prescription for IT Efficiency

    Healthcare environments require top-notch computing systems to maintain compliance. Windows XP is more than a decade old and is a high security risk on every desktop where it’s installed. Upgrading to Windows 7 or Windows 8 offers better integration into enterprise-level healthcare IT with modern security, faster processes, less administration and break-fix time. Windows 8 is a flexible, responsive, and robust operating system, available on a small tablet or a large, multi-screen display. It’s designed to integrate seamlessly with your IT infrastructure.  Learn More

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  • Why Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 Still Makes Business Sense

    Regardless of why your business stayed with Windows XP, supporting an aging OS is costly, both in terms of support expenses and the inability to take advantage of new capabilities. Download this guide to examine the business and IT advantages of migrating to Windows 7 and the costs of further delaying the move. It also takes a look at migration strategies, best practices and lessons learned, as well as the resources to help make the move smoother and most cost-effective.

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  • Virtualization Use Cases: How to Optimize Windows Server® 2008 R2 with Hyper-V™ in the Datacenter

    Microsoft® Windows® The benefits of migrating to Windows Server2008 R2 with Hyper-V are numerous: improved management, lower costs for day-to-day operations, and of course, strong virtualization tools. As a result, the vast majority of Windows Server users are going to undertake the migration to the new version. As IT professionals know, a migration can drive costs and problems during the switchover. This is the reason why the Dell TechCenter and their engineering team have invested a great deal in simplifying your migration with Reference Architectures and Business Ready Configurations that eliminate many of the tasks that are commonly put on the IT professional during the migration

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  • YES Prep Saves $500,000 and Year of IT Staff Time: Virtualizing Dell Systems and Microsoft Hyper-V

    Charter school district YES Prep Public Schools faced growing pains when it tried to replicate successful strategies between campuses. Teachers needed communication tools, as well as a system for managing and sharing student data. The district implemented Dell™ PowerEdge™ servers supported by a Dell EqualLogic™ iSCSI SAN, to run collaboration and performance management software in an environment that includes both physical and virtual servers. It also rolled out Dell OptiPlex™ desktop computers and Dell Latitude™ netbooks to improve the reliability of student computers and enhance their computing experience

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  • Best Practices for Migrating Healthcare Organizations from Windows XP to Windows 7

    Migrating from an old OS environment takes a lot of time and planning, but the results are well worth it. Healthcare organizations migrating to Windows 7 from Windows XP can take advantage of increased productivity and security. Download this comprehensive guide for help with everything from convincing employees to switch to technical hurdles.

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  • Windows 7 Migration: Analyzing Internal vs. External Deployment Strategies and Costs

    With Windows XP’s 2014 retirement looming, enterprises and government agencies are intensifying Windows 7 migration initiatives. To help these organizations make an informed decision about which approach to pursue, this white paper identifies the phases associated with an enterprise-wide migration strategy and estimates the time and cost associated with successfully concluding each step. Download this analysis to learn more about internal v. external deployment strategies and costs.

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  • Penn State Realizes Cost Avoidance and Enhances Learning with Dell Servers and Microsoft Hyper-V

    By deploying Dell PowerEdge servers with Intel Xeon processors and Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization technology, Penn State's Jason Long, the IST Program Leader for the DuBois campus, was able to reduce server footprint, improve performance and create a virtual "sandbox" environment for students to learn in real-world situations without real-world impact

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  • Windows 7 Migration: Why Now Is the Time to Say Goodbye to Aging Client Systems

    Inevitably, client computing systems age, and the typical three-year refresh cycle usually prevents high levels of computing disparity between hard-ware and software. In recent years, however, many organizations have delayed refreshing their client systems. One reason for the delay has been that the status quo seemed reliable; client computing devices continue to operate beyond the standard three-year refresh cycle. Download this white paper to learn why now is the time to say goodbye to aging systems.

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  • Creating a Timeline for Deploying Windows 7 and Eliminating Windows XP

    Windows XP support ends April 8, 2014. Therefore, organizations must decide when to begin their migration to Windows 7, set a target date to have Windows XP out and define the scope of the project. This research paper reviews Gartner’s key findings and recommendations for deploying Windows 7.

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  • Making Desktop Virtualization Real And Easy to Implement

    Windows Server 2008 R2 provides a critically important new capability that has the potential to dramatically improve the budget, resource allocation, and security of an organization through desktop virtualization. All IT and Data Center Managers know the current approach of unique devices with literally thousands of different images and highly unsecure data just will not work moving forward.

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  • Addressing Public Sector IT Pressures with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

    Like their counterparts in private companies, IT organizations in local, state, and federal governments and government agencies face many of the same challenges, including the need to provide ever-more services and the need to protect data

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  • Windows 7 Migrations: 4 Steps to Reducing Challenges

    Deadlines to complete Windows 7 migration are quickly approaching. As most IT managers in enterprises and government agencies are aware, Microsoft will end extended support for Windows XP in early 2014, which means that organizations will need to accelerate their efforts to conduct a well-managed and nondisruptive move to the latest operating system. Fortunately, the migration need not be onerous — and it may even provide benefits beyond Windows 7 productivity enhancements.

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  • Dell ProConsult Windows 7 Readiness Assessment

    To capitalize on the benefits of Windows 7, you must make sure your computing environment is ready for the upgrade. The Dell Windows 7 Readiness Assessment is designed to identify application compatibility, hardware compatibility and migration readiness, and to provide the recommendations needed to help make your transition to Windows 7 as smooth as possible.

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  • Bringing Windows Server Virtualization to Your Production Environment

    Virtualization technology is fast becoming the strategy of choice for companies that want to reap the benefits of cost-effective, flexible, and easy-to-manage server environments. After all, many standalone servers are running at 10 percent capacity or less, and businesses are finding that they can consolidate individual server workloads onto fewer, more powerful hardware units. In many cases, a single server box can support 10 or more virtual servers, each with its own operating system, allocated memory, and processor capacity.

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  • Enterprise-Class Hyper-V: Dell PRO and Microsoft Get it Done!

    The value of Windows Server 2008 R2 is impossible to contest. And the migration to this critical infrastructure component is beginning in earnest, therefore developing the right plan and approach for this migration is an essential task for IT professionals

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  • CIO Strategies for End User Computing: Maximizing Productivity without Sacrificing Security

    Advances in mobility and client computing technology combined with the ubiquity of social media are creating a culture of constant connectivity and anywhere access to information. As these trends extend into the work place Dell recommends CIOs proactively respond by creating a cost effective 3-5 year strategic plan for end user computing that enables increased end user productivity while maintaining IT control, and helps mitigate security threats. This paper provides best practices for creating end user computing strategies that respond to an evolving workforce.

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  • Windows 7 migration challenges and best practices for large enterprise and public sector - Dell Whitepaper from Forrester Research

    Today, IT managers worldwide are accelerating their efforts toward planning for and migrating to Windows 7, and the next 12 to 18 months will be critical. But firms are facing a number of migration challenges. To learn more about ways to overcome these challenges and to find out what the study revealed about how to increase chances for a better Windows 7 migration,

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  • Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V: A New Solution Provides You with High Efficiency Virtualization

    With the availability of Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V, IT decision makers have access to new features and functionality that make now the time to implement it in their data centers

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  • Get The Benefits of Windows Server 2008 With Simple Migration

    As one of the core server software platforms in many organizations, Microsoft Windows Server is a key part of IT infrastructure. And the newest release, Windows Server 2008, not only improves functionality, but provides a number of on-going cost savings as compared to prior versions

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  • CIO Strategies for Consumerization: The Future of Enterprise Mobile Computing

    IT consumerization, workforce mobility and flexible computing are changing the relationship between enterprise IT, knowledge workers and end users. For the CIO, IT consumerization represents the confluence of a difficult set of challenges (security, technology policy, data protection, end-user technology) and business strategy (new business models, talent strategy, corporate brand and identity).

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  • Avoiding the 8 Common Mistakes of Windows 7 Migration

    Many organizations delayed client refresh initiatives to conserve resources during the economic recession. Organizations also delayed migration to the Windows 7 operating system for the same reason, and because OS migrations can be risky and time-consuming.

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  • How Well Is Your Data Protected?

    Data theft is on the rise, and so too are the penalties for exposing personal information. Some research shows that the number of data breaches increased by 50 percent from 2007 to 2008. As such, companies need better data protection.

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  • Corporate Desktop Operating System and Browser Trends, Q2 2010 to Q2 2011

    In this report, Forrester analyzes more than 400,000 client PCs to determine the latest corporate OS and browser trends. What did we find? Windows 7 has quickly become the standard for new hardware, and IE's corporate dominance is slowly eroding in favor of Firefox, Google's Chrome, and Apple's Safari.

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  • Rogue Peripherals & Applications: Controlling the Chaos

    Security concerns remain a high priority for IT departments as hackers continue to target corporate computers, hoping to steal data for malicious purposes. One of the most vexing management problems for end-user support staff is when an unauthorized application or peripheral causes a conflict or malfunction.

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  • How to Accurately Plan for Windows Server 2008 Hardware

    Microsoft Windows Server 2008 promises to deliver simplified server management and enhanced security, as well as resource optimization and server consolidation through support of built in virtualization technology. But before an organization can realize these benefits, it must first evaluate its server hardware situation to determine which existing servers can run the new OS. Knowing that, an organization can then estimate what new hardware will be needed to migrate to the new operating system.

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  • How Security Features in Windows Server 2008 Can Save You Money

    Data theft is on the rise, and so too are the penalties for exposing personal information. In fact, businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions reported 50 percent more data breaches in 2008 than in 2007, exposing the personal records of at least 35.7 million Americans, according to the non-profit Internet Theft Resource Center.

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  • Windows 7: A Prescription for Desktop Health

    IT plays an ever-increasing critical role as healthcare organizations seek ways to improve patient care. Healthcare IT executives are busy smoothing out electronic medical records implementations, enabling mobility within medical center facilities, or evaluating how to support the latest medical diagnostic and imaging systems. With such priorities, desktop modernization hasn't been on the agenda. Most healthcare organizations, in fact, still rely on computers running Microsoft's 10-year-old Windows XP operating system. For many, that will change this year.

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  • The Federal Agenda: How to Optimize a Windows 7 Deployment

    As agencies become more open and responsive to citizens' demands for more accountability and transparency, IT plays an increasingly pivotal role within the U.S. government. Federal IT executives must enable greater flexibility for users within their agencies, while still maintaining tight controls over their computing environments. Security is paramount, as is the ability to manage risk and reduce costs.

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  • Simplifying Windows Server 2008 Deployment

    Windows 7 will substantially improve productivity and manageability within your organization. The first step is to assess and plan this migration which will impact nearly every aspect of your PC environment. Skipping this step leads to complications, cost overruns, and issues with your internal customers. Dell's experience in OS migrations and PC deployment drives a best practices approach to designing your rollout. Watch this video to learn more

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  • Dell Virtualization Advisor

    This tool is designed as a guide for customers with a comfortable knowledge of virtualization and their server/storage environment. For those customers who prefer a more customized solution, Dell offers a full range of Infrastructure Consulting Services to analyze your specific needs and operational considerations to provide recommendations including future growth.

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  • Migration Lesson Plan for Educational Institutions

    Universities and K-12 school systems throughout the U.S. are putting away their overhead projectors and paper-based teaching aids. Today, leading-edge coursework is all about interactivity with collaborative, virtual learning as a primary objective. Distance-learning sessions are springing up around campuses and schools worldwide, and education's reliance on software-based instruction is increasing year by year. For education IT executives, these new classroom environments mean the need to support increasingly shared multimedia workloads and a slew of new and varied applications -- all while keeping traditional legacy applications flowing smoothly.

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  • Updated 2010: Windows 7 Commercial Adoption Outlook

    More than one year after its general availability (GA) launch, Windows 7 powers one out of every 10 PCs within North American and European companies. While far from overwhelming -- especially considering that Windows XP still powers 75% -- IT managers worldwide are preparing for a significant desktop transformation over the next three years.

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  • Top 10 Reasons to Migrate to Windows Server 2008

    Windows Server 2008 is designed to provide increased reliability and control over your server infrastructure. New virtualization tools, web technologies, and security enhancements help save time and reduce costs, and provide you with high availability and increased flexibility for your changing business needs

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  • Dell - Microsoft Hyper-V and SCVMM

    Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V™, Microsoft's next generation hypervisor technology, adds an exciting new dimension to the server virtualization market. With Hyper-V and Microsoft’s integrated Server Management suite, you can take advantage of a powerful set of tools to help simplify infrastructure management and better utilize your hardware investments

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  • Tips and Tricks for a Successful Windows 7 Migration

    Many public organizations and large enterprises had ridden out the tough economic times by delaying an operating system (OS) migration from Microsoft Windows XP to Windows 7. Today, however, the case for a migration is highly compelling.

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  • Best Practices for Migration to Windows 7

    Windows 7 is garnering positive reactions with the speed, stability, and interface improvements. Join Aaron Goldberg, VP, Market Experts Group of Ziff Davis Enterprise and Andrew Garcia, Senior Technical Analyst at eWeeks Labs as they cover such topics as buying new hardware versus upgrading PCs in place, successful approaches to migrating user data and settings/personality, image management, options for XP environments, and much more in this Dell sponsored webcast.

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  • The Essentials Series: Automation Tools for Windows 7 Migration

    Ensuring Windows 7 migration success requires effective planning, good data, and the support of an automation platform. The right platform integrates the seven key activities with the data that ensures their success. Furthermore, an effective Windows 7 migration platform can also be used as your solution for ongoing administration and maintenance.

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  • Maxol: Oil Firm Grows Business While Trimming Servers by 80 Percent

    Maxol offers a comprehensive range of oil and petroleum products to all sectors of the Irish market. Always trying to trim costs, Maxol wanted to curb the rate of server growth and the costs associated with server proliferation. It also wanted to boost utilization of its servers, some of which ran at a limited capacity. Maxol used the Windows Server 2008 Enterprise operating system featuring Hyper-V virtualization technology to consolidate twenty-two servers to six servers, an eighty percent reduction. Maxol estimates that it will save approximately U.S. $94,000 in hardware and U.S.$47,000 in electrical costs over three years. Server utilization has jumped to thirty percent, and server management is easier using Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008. The IT staff can create virtual machines in a fraction of the time needed to deploy physical servers.

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  • NetBenefit: Hosting Provider Uses Virtualization to Expand Services and Reduce Costs

    NetBenefit is a leading provider of managed hosting services in the United Kingdom. Faced with ever more expensive London data center costs, the company was looking for ways to expand the hosting solutions it offered its clients while maximizing data center space

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  • Gartner Client Operating Systems: Enterprises Plan Early, but Slow, Move to Windows 7

    This Gartner analyst paper indicates that Windows 7 promises to be a popular migration project, but many organizations plan to spend three to four years on the endeavor to leverage PC refresh and keep costs down. Client computing managers should use this research to understand how other organizations are planning their projects. Click here to read more.

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  • Gartner Research: Prepare for Your Windows 7 Migration Crunch

    This Gartner analyst paper indicates that the necessity to migrate off Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 in a tight time frame to Windows 7 will create an extra budgetary and resource burden on companies from 2011 to 2012. Click here to read more.

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  • HotSchedules: Workforce Scheduling Provider Increases Capacity and Competitiveness with Virtualization

    HotSchedules needed an agile and scalable IT environment that could respond quickly to growth opportunities. The company deployed the Windows Server 2008 operating system with Hyper-V virtualization technology to consolidate its server environment, reduce costs, and maximize network performance. By hosting up to 19 virtual machines on each physical server, HotSchedules increased its growth capacity while cutting power costs 77 percent and enhancing the company's competitive position.

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  • Dell Storage and CommVault Simpana Ease Adoption of Microsoft Windows Server 2008

    Migrating data associated with Microsoft operating systems, applications, and other software can be a challenge administrators overlook when planning system upgrades. Dell PowerVault and Dell EqualLogic storage and CommVault Simpana data management software enable flexible data migration and transparent, release-specific data object recovery and backup to help simplify upgrades in enterprise environments.

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  • Addressing Windows 7 Application Compatibility

    Most large companies don't roll out a brand new technology as soon as it's released. Upgrade and migration projects can be huge, especially for complex, distributed workplaces that employ numerous custom applications.

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  • Windows 7 Security and Compliance

    Hackers are employing more sophisticated techniques to infect systems and steal data. In addition, more data is subject to privacy and protection laws and regulations. As a result, organizations are under increased pressure to secure their computers, protect their users' and customers' data, and comply with new regulations.

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  • HotSchedules Video

    Virtualization services from Dell helps HotSchedules scale their business.

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  • Accelerating OS Deployment with Microsoft Windows Deployment Services

    Microsoft Windows Deployment Services (WDS) provides an accessible, flexible way to perform mass deployments of current and legacy Windows operating systems. Using customized answer files and taking advantage scripting and other tools with WDS can help dramatically reduce the time to perform highly configured mass deployments with minimal infrastructure impact.

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  • The Current State of Windows 7 Migration

    2010 is widely considered the year in which companies of all sizes are going to refresh their hardware and software. Many companies are planning and executing Windows 7 migration strategies in an accelerated timeframe, and in this paper, we'll discuss the factors driving that urgency and the practical and operational benefits of upgrading.

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  • Cost-planning for a Windows 7 Migration

    Microsoft Windows 7 is earning positive reviews for its productivity and security features, and experts agree it is the right OS for businesses in 2010 and beyond. When you're planning an upgrade to Windows 7, one major factor is budget planning. This tech brief will discuss the three main -- and sometimes overlooked -- budget considerations every company should keep in mind: Hardware costs, application compatibility assurance, and deployment cost.

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  • Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Drivers on Dell PowerEdge Servers

    Upgrading Dell PowerEdge servers to the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 OS also typically requires selecting, installing, and troubleshooting device drivers. Using tested and validated drivers and following best practices can help administrators ensure optimal performance in their environments.

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  • Migrating Dell PowerEdge Servers to Microsoft Windows Server 2008

    Upgrading to the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 OS can offer myriad advantages, including enhanced performance, security, and stability. By following best practices for in-place upgrades and taking advantage of tools such as the Dell Windows Server 2008 Readiness Advisor, administrators can help ensure a smooth migration on their Dell PowerEdge servers.

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  • Dell Latitude Z for Mobile Business People

    In the mobile business world you need to be constantly connected, that's why it is no surprise these days that most people rely more on their smart phones than their laptops. Get ready to change your mind.

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  • Automating Processes to Optimize a Windows 7 Deployment

    Recent research from IDC suggests around 20 percent of enterprises to adopt Windows 7 within the first 12 months of its release, and another 40 percent to upgrade within 12 to 48 months. The need to replace an aging fleet of computers, the potential cost savings when using Windows 7, and the inevitable end of Windows XP support mean the time to start planning is now. However, most IT departments haven't managed a major client OS refresh in over six years. In that timeframe, application, user data requirements, and complexity have grown exponentially. A Windows 7 deployment will likely involve hundreds or thousands of PCs, with some in distributed and remote locations. This introduces several challenges.

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  • Gartner Research: Planning for the Security Features of Windows 7

    With Windows 7, Microsoft has added and extended many security capabilities in its flagship Windows operating system (OS) that Gartner believes have strong merit. Deciding which features to activate as well as testing will impact the planning for every Windows 7 rollout. Get it here!

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  • Gartner Research: Prepare for Your Windows 7 Migration Crunch

    This Gartner analyst paper indicates that the necessity to migrate off Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 in a tight time frame to Windows 7 will create an extra budgetary and resource burden on companies from 2011 to 2012.

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  • Baker Tilly Looks Forward to Running Windows 7 on Dell Clients

    Baker Tilly is one of the largest firms of chartered accountants and business advisors in the United Kingdom, with 2,200 employees at 25 locations. The firm has a high concentration of mobile employees—more than 70 percent of its employees often work from dispersed locations using portable computers.

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  • Customer Success: Hoover City Schools Case Study

    Hoover City Schools in Alabama wanted a solution that would give its faculty and staff more flexible ways to communicate as well as replace its current voice-mail system. Working with Microsoft Gold Certified Partner TekLinks, the school district deployed Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 with unified messaging in August 2007 and has begun to deploy Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 for instant messaging and conferencing.

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  • Your First Step in Your Windows 7 Migration: Dell's Windows 7 Readiness Assessment

    Windows 7 will substantially improve productivity and manageability within your organization. The first step is to assess and plan this migration which will impact nearly every aspect of your PC environment. Skipping this step leads to complications, cost overruns, and issues with your internal customers. Dell's experience in OS migrations and PC deployment drives a best practices approach to designing your rollout. Watch this video to learn more.

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  • Forrester Report: Windows 7 Adoption Outlook

    More than one year after its general availability (GA) launch, Windows 7 powers one out of every 10 PCs within North American and European companies. While far from overwhelming - especially considering that Windows XP still powers 75% - IT managers worldwide are preparing for a significant desktop transformation over the next three years.

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  • Making a Successful Migration to Windows 7: A Fireside Chat with the Experts

    Windows 7 has arrived, and the plaudits for it are overwhelming. The decision to move is really about when, not if. To that end, the real questions for most IT professionals are how best to make the move to Windows 7, and how to simplify and streamline the migration process. To help you be successful, this webcast features experts from Dell and Ziff Davis Enterprise in a fireside chat format, to discuss the key steps to successful migration.

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  • Windows 7: Tips and Best Practices for Simplified Migration

    With XP approaching its end of life, and many organizations choosing to skip Vista as an interim step, the new Windows 7 release holds the promise of new user features and benefits. Regardless of the starting point, a migration to Windows 7 is a path that holds as many questions and challenges as it does potential rewards. By beginning your planning now, understanding industry best practices, as well as having the right tools in place, your transition to Windows 7 will go as smoothly as possible when you're ready to make the move. Read this white paper to learn more about new features to Windows 7 and best practices for simplifying your migration.

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  • Enabling the Windows Optimized Desktop through Windows 7 Enterprise and Windows Server 2008 R2

    There is more pressure than ever on IT departments to deliver business value, despite the challenges of shrinking budgets, rapidly changing technologies, and increasing security issues. To help organizations address these demands, Windows 7 Enterprise and Windows Server 2008 R2 provide technologies to help build an infrastructure for the Windows Optimized Desktop. When deployed together, Windows 7 Enterprise and Windows Server 2008 R2 combine values that can increase productivity for end users and IT professionals and create a more secure and well-managed infrastructure to reduce operational costs and complexity.

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  • Windows 7 and Optimized Desktop Volume Licensing

    Microsoft Volume Licensing solutions provide a flexible, cost effective way to give your organization access to the latest Windows desktop technologies. Whether your business wants to upgrade to Windows 7, have access to advanced technologies like Windows 7 Enterprise and the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack, or deploy emerging virtualization scenarios, there is a Volume Licensing program that is right for your organization. Volume Licensing is the most affordable way to upgrade your existing PCs to Windows 7.

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  • Windows 7 Tips and Tricks vol 4

    This volume includes tips on the Windows 7 Problem Steps Recorder, Sticky Notes, Adaptive Display Brightness, the Action Center, how to burn .ISO files, and change your location information.

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  • Windows 7 Tips and Tricks vol 3

    Change the Scenery. Windows 7 allows you to personalize your desktop background to suit your many moods with a new shuffle feature for your desktop

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  • Windows 7 Tips and Tricks vol 1

    Help the Help Desk Help You. Solving problems unique to a machine can be an arduous task for both the end-user and the help desk. This volume includes tips on the Problem Steps Recorder, shuffling through program windows, managing your windows, projecting your display with ease, multi-monitor window management, how to Aero peek your desktop, and live clutter-free.

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  • Plan Now for Windows 7 - Forrester's Perspective

    Planning your Windows 7 licensing strategy is not an exercise done in isolation, and you can gain from Forrester's independent analyst perspective.Your existing licenses and volume licensing agreements, the Windows 7 edition you plan on upgrading to and the timeline, and how SA impacts your deployment all factor into your plans. Your historical approach to refreshing your desktops and laptops combined with the age of your infrastructure by the time you're ready to start your Windows 7 deployment will impact whether you should introduce it via a forklift or ?big bang? approach or via the natural rolling refresh cycle. Read this white paper to learn how analyzing your options for a Windows 7 upgrade today can save you money down the road.

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  • Dell ProConsult Application Migration & Management

    Dell has developed an efficient, cost effective factory approach to Application Migration that begins with assessment and reporting on the compatibility of your application portfolio.

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  • Windows 7 Upgrade Paths

    This document will provide you with the details and information that you need to make the right decisions about how to migrate to Windows 7. This document includes the details on what upgrade paths are supported, and which are not. In addition, there are links to technical resources that can help you plan and manage the migration of your client systems without problems or other issues that might cause costs to rise or for the project to be delayed.

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  • Enhancing Mobility and Productivity via Touch Devices and Windows 8

    On Demand Webcast:  Which end user touch devices are right for your organization? If you are not sure of the answer, then you are not alone. Today's tablets, ultrabooks, and laptops are designed with customized user experiences and needs in mind, but for IT management, unlocking the right combination for business needs may be a mystery. Join this webcast to learn more about ways to enhance productivity through both Windows 8 and new touch devices. Register today to learn more about new end-user solutions and about how to integrate Windows 8 for best results within your organization.

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  • BYOD: Enabling Productivity Without Sacrificing IT Control

    On Demand Webcast:  Has the bring-your-own-device wave hit your organization? If not, it will; and if so, now is the time to consider the implications of balancing employee productivity with hardware and application security and support, as well as defining the proper policies and levels of acceptable risk around BYOD. As more and more IT Professionals struggle to incorporate personally owned laptops, tablets, and smart phones under the corporate infrastructure, certain challenges must be addressed. This webcast will help answer the "How-to" questions around juggling a diverse set of devices and operating systems as well as maintaining oversight of data and application use.

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  • Gaining Ground on BYOD Problems with Windows & Service Providers

    This eSeminar will look at a few of the key steps that IT Professionals should be considering as they move to a more secure and better managed BYOD environment.

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  • Avoiding the 7 Pitfalls of Windows 7 Adoptions: An Expert's Perspective

    Watch this On Demand eSeminar and learn best practices to drive efficiency and improve migration results. Complete your project on time and on budget.

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  • Mitigating the Aggravation in Your Windows 7 Migration

    Armed with the latest research, experts at this online event will help you to identify and mitigate potential issues you may encounter on your path to migration. But this eSeminar doesn't stop there. In addition to pointing you in the right direction, industry experts will showcase Windows 7 best practices designed to truly drive efficiency and improve results. We will also examine how other enterprise and public sector organizations have made the best use of service providers and the benefits received.

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  • Windows 7 Migration - Real World Experiences

    As the movement to Windows 7 picks up a great deal of momentum, and the implementations start to multiply, it's critical for internal IT staffs to develop an efficient and effective plan for this migration. In many cases, this additional task load can be a real back breaker for IT, and for this reason, many organizations are working with service providers to get the job done. This webcast will provide you with the details you need on how many of your peers are maximizing internal and external resources to make the move. In addition, we'll touch on key issues such as using new PCs for W7 deployment, data migration issues, and how to insure you are maximizing your security solutions.

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  • Windows Server 2008 R2 & Hyper-V - Expert Panel on How To Migrate, Deploy, Virtualize & Manage

    The benefits of migrating to Windows Server 2008 R2 with Hyper-V are numerous: improved management, lower costs for day-to-day operations, and of course, strong virtualization tools. As a result, the vast majority of Windows Server users are going to undertake the migration to the new version. As IT professionals know, a migration can drive costs and problems during the switchover. This is the reason why the Dell TechCenter and their engineering team have invested a great deal in simplifying your migration with Reference Architectures and Business Ready Configurations that eliminate many of the tasks that are commonly put on the IT professional during the migration. A lot of the features we are seeing in R2 have real benefit in, not just lowering your cost of IT operations, but in actually simplifying a number of aspects making your day-to-day administration job easier. But to get to those benefits we have to find the best way to migrate and deploy.

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  • Best Practices for Windows 7 Deployment - Dell's Expertise and Experience Simplify the Process

    Windows 7 has become an important product and a key platform as we look at the improvements in security, usability, management all aspects that not only make for efficient IT but also for protected IT. Join featured speaker Eric Delasalice, End User Practice Director with Dell, as he covers the various OS functions and features that Windows 7 brings forth to the enterprise and all the business benefits to gain from a Windows 7 deployment.

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  • Simple Solutions to Application Compatibility Issues for Windows 7 Migration

    To get to Windows 7 one of the first tasks is to look at application compatibility, make plans, identify any issues and move forward. This is to eliminate any surprises during deployment. Join featured speaker, Jefferson Raley, Manager, End User Computing, ProConsult from Dell, as he goes into detail on how to make a smooth migration into Windows 7 and which compatibility issues to avoid.

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  • See the Latest Windows 7 News

    Two Windows gurus discuss the latest Windows 7 news. The operating system was designed using feedback from customers to simplify users' PC experience. Watch the video to learn more about the new and improved features of Windows 7.

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  • How to Be Ready for Windows 7

    Today, IT professionals are mandated to lower operating costs, enhance security, and simplify both systems administration and management. Yet, challenges persist in the realm of End User/Client Computing. Simply put, IT needs have evolved greatly since 2002, when XP was initially designed. As a result, business costs are rising for desktop and notebook PC ownership while it's becoming unfeasible for IT professionals to ensure robust security needs.

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  • SAS Strengthens Sales and Streamlines Global Operations with Windows 7 on Dell Client Systems

    Helping businesses operate more intelligently is what SAS Institute Inc. does. SAS produces powerful business intelligence and data analytics solutions designed for multi-tier, multi-threaded server and complex grid environments. The company wanted to improve efficiency in its global processes for procurement and deployment of client computers, then use the new processes to roll out client hardware and software that would meet the needs of its developers and sales teams.

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  • Worcester Technical High School Helps Raise Grades and Test Scores with Help from Dell and Microsoft

    The birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution, the city of Worcester, Massachusetts is an appropriate place for a vocational high school that is revolutionizing the way students are prepared for 21st century careers. Worcester Technical High School (WTHS) has a 100-year old tradition as a trade school, but in 2006 it made a new beginning with a $90 million, 400,000 square foot facility that has its own restaurant, bake shop, bank, gift store and print shop, all staffed by students and open to the public for business.

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  • Thomas College Provides Students with Dell and Microsoft Technologies and Reduces Server Footprint

    Thomas College is a private liberal arts college in Waterville, Maine that offers a rich liberal arts and professional studies curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students in a wide variety of programs including arts and sciences, business, criminal justice, education and technology.

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  • In With the New

    Hoover City Schools wanted to update its 6,500 client systems—a mix of desktop PCs, netbooks and mobile tablet devices—to the latest Microsoft operating system. But the district needed to be sure that the applications it depended on would work in the new environment, and that learning would be enhanced by the migration, not disrupted. As a solution, Hoover City Schools saved months of testing time and accelerates Microsoft Windows 7 migration with Dell services.

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  • Managing a Vast Technology Infrastructure

    Hoover City Schools wanted to update its 6,500 client systems—a mix of desktop PCs, netbooks and mobile tablet devices—to the latest Microsoft operating system. But the district needed to be sure that the applications it depended on would work in the new environment, and that learning would be enhanced by the migration, not disrupted. As a solution, Hoover City Schools saved months of testing time and accelerates Microsoft Windows 7 migration with Dell services.

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  • Navigating a Demanding Deployment

    The U.S. IT team at Mediterranean Shipping Company faced the challenge of deploying 1,000 desktop systems across 15 cities in a six-week time frame over weekends only.

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Product Spotlight

XPS 12 Convertible Ultrabook: Two Devices in One Package - Powerful Ultrabook Plus Full Featured Tablet

The XPS 12 features a novel and elegant flip-hinge touchscreen display designed to take advantage of the Windows 8 features for touch interaction. The result is two products in one, providing the full functionality of an ultraportable laptop with keyboard plus the convenience of a tablet.

The innovative flip hinge design can easily transition from laptop to tablet and back to a laptop, featuring a full HD screen that provides 97 percent more pixels than a standard HD display. The result is an exceptionally crisp reading as well as photo and video viewing experience. The XPS 12 features thoughtful design, attractive aesthetics, and is crafted from premium materials such as machined aluminum, carbon fiber, and Corning Gorilla Glass for durability.

  • A two-for-one ultrabook and tablet with touch display
  • Innovative flip hinge design to switch between the two
  • Full HD screen with 97 percent more pixels than standard HD displays allowing for exceptionally clear and bright viewing
 

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