Scott Belton

If your unable to make it to Wembley

Scott Belton — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:49:00 GMT

If your unable to make it to Wembley for tomorrow's (6th October) UK Technical Launch. check out the following website. The Virtual Launch Event kicks off on the 29th September with a live discussion featuring top industry leaders and Microsoft's...(read more)

UK Technical Launch at Wembley Stadium

Scott Belton — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:07:00 GMT

Tomorrow (6th October) see’s Microsoft's (TechNet) UK Technical Launch to be held at Wembley Stadium. This sounds like its going to be some event, so for those lucky few that got signed up in time well done, I look forward to seeing a large...(read more)

I want my money back!

Scott Belton — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:43:14 GMT

Well it’s great to hear that Microsoft last Wednesday RTM’d Windows 7, with its full retail release due October 22 nd , (Partners, OEM etc receiving earlier, Link ) it’s exciting times. But Looking through the press, blogs, twitter and most other mediums...(read more)

Windows 7 Planning and Deployment Tools

Scott Belton — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:41:00 GMT

Following on from my last post on 16-07-2009 4:07 Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit 4.0 If you found this interesting it may pay you to make a note in your diary and register for the upcoming online event from Microsoft. This TechNet Webcast will...(read more)

Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit 4.0

Scott Belton — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:07:00 GMT

With the ever fast approaching release of Microsoft's latest and some say greatest O/S to date Windows 7 and also the upcoming Windows Server 2008 R2 release, its time to look ahead and get out and delve deep into the world of deployment and be one...(read more)

It's all change!

Scott Belton — Tue, 19 May 2009 07:32:00 GMT

Well its been an interesting few weeks following what seems some odd things happening in the world of IT. First thing to hit me was no more TechNet magazine, although this will still be available on-line or the American version delivered at a price. TechNet...(read more)

My New Best Friend - Direct Access

Scott Belton — Thu, 07 May 2009 07:54:00 GMT

Now I would like to introduce you all to my new best friend. Now I know Windows 7 is packed full of new features and gizmos that build upon the excellent Vista platform. With great improvements to both looks, feel and speed, not to mention battery life...(read more)

Windows 7 Microsoft Press offer

Scott Belton — Wed, 06 May 2009 07:23:33 GMT

Microsoft Press are offering free to download 5 chapters from up coming publications on Windows 7 including:- Windows 7 Inside Out - Chapter 21: Performing routine Maintenance Windows 7 resource Kit - Chapter 23: Support Users and remote Assistance. Chapter...(read more)

Window 7 RC Install Issue

Scott Belton — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:31:57 GMT

I don’t know if anyone else has had install issues but this was strange. Running a Compaq SR5000 desktop with 4GB ram and NVIDIA GeForce 7600 GS. Now installing the Windows 7 PDC build 7000 my system worked fine. Just tried to install Windows 7 RC build...(read more)

Windows 7 RC Released

Scott Belton — Fri, 01 May 2009 07:13:00 GMT

Windows 7 RC and Windows Server R2 yesterday were available to download from both Technet and MSDN websites. With general public release due around the 5th of May, Also Windows XP Mode beta is now available allowing users to seamlessly run many Windows...(read more)

Vista SP2

Scott Belton — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:02:00 GMT

Microsoft has today just announced the release to manufacturing of Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista. This latest release will include all the updates and support for new types of emerging hardware since SP1’s release with the addition of the following...(read more)

Talking About Windows

Scott Belton — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:04:00 GMT

If you’re as interested in Windows 7 development as I am, it may pay to have a look at this new Community web site from Microsoft. www.talkingaboutwindows.com Designed with IT professionals in mind, really puts you in the picture of how they went...(read more)

Microsoft Press Celebrating 25 Years

Scott Belton — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:20:00 GMT

Microsoft Press are celebrating 25 years. They are offering a Free EBook Windows Small Business Server 2008 Administrator's Companion . You will need a Windows Live I.D and sign up to the Microsoft Press Book Connection Newsletter. Head on over to...(read more)

Overheating Servers

Scott Belton — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:45:00 GMT

Overheating Servers The day started well, April, Sunny & warm. Busy at work! for the reason below:- Tip for Network Administrators : IF NICE DAY TURN OFF CENTRAL HEATING AND TURN ON AIRCON IN SERVER ROOM. Need I say more!...(read more)

Windows Live Mail

Scott Belton — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 20:16:00 GMT

Hi All I've had a load of request recently from customers using Windows Live Mail and Outlook, unable to connect successfully so I thought I would include the list of settings required to get the job done. · Incoming Server = pop3.live.com...(read more)