TechNet Magazine: January 2013

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jj884466(v=msdn.10).md Editor’s Note: Constant expansion

By Lafe Low

Just as scientists have determined the universe is in a constant state of expansion, so, too, is the state of technology and the IT profession. This constant expansion represents equal measures of challenge and opportunity. First, there’s the undeniable and incessant expansion of available technologies, which comes with the expansion of job responsibilities.

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Utility Spotlight:
Zoom in and out with ease
By Lance Whitney

ZoomIt lets you zoom in and out and make annotations on-screen to better control technical presentations.

 

Windows Confidential:
Rationale is highly overrated
By Raymond Chen

If you encounter something puzzling with a product, make the productive choice in how you respond.

Toolbox:
New products for IT professionals
By Greg Steen

This month’s tools help you troubleshoot Web services, centrally manage automated tasks and elevate remote host signal testing.

 

Windows PowerShell:
What is Windows PowerShell Workflow?
By Don Jones

Using a Windows PowerShell workflow can be a complex process, but ultimately worthwhile in the functionality it provides.

SQL Q&A:
In search of performance
By Paul S. Randal

Reducing workload and smoothing mirroring functions is always a good idea—but shrinking databases is not.

 

Geek of All Trades:
Automate the wizard
By Greg Shields

You can automate the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2012 Windows Deployment Wizard and save yourself considerable time and effort.