Tag Archives: Windows 8

How to show protected operating system files in Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Rick Trader

The other day I was working with an application within Windows Server 2012 and I needed to view content of a folder that was hidden as a protected operating system folder.  So first off one of the things that you … Continue Reading

Windows 8 Startup Hints

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

Windows 8 users are running into a variety of start-up issues. Okay, let me attempt to restate this. Windows 8 can start so swiftly or specifically that users are running into an inability to interpret or properly interrupt the start … Continue Reading

Debugging SkyDrive for Windows 8

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

As instructors, we move from classroom to studio to office to home to classroom. Classroom images, presentations, notes, virtual hard drives and tools move with us. I love my solid-state jump drive, though connecting and disconnecting to retrieve files in … Continue Reading

Troubleshooting Wireless in Windows 8

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

We offer high bandwidth wireless throughout the building, and students appear to enjoy the access. Students are beginning to bring their Windows 8 laptops and tablets to training. I find myself being asked to diagnose wireless connectivity issues with Windows 8 more … Continue Reading

Video: How to use Windows 8 Fast Boot

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

How to use Windows 8 Fast Boot This video is part of a full training course called Windows 8 Installation and Management The entire Video Training Library is available for only $25 per month. Instructor: Steve Fullmer Video Style: Screencast … Continue Reading

Which Version of Windows 8 is for you?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

Two weeks of custom Windows 8 courses delivered and a few more to go. With a tip of my hat to the students in these custom classes the number of Windows 8 questions continue to grow. More fodder for Windows … Continue Reading

Requirements for Link-Layer Topology Discovery in Windows 7

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

One of my favorite Windows 7 tools is the ability to display an entire network map by navigating to the Network and Sharing Center in the Control Panel and clicking “See Full Map”. The tool provides an excellent means to … Continue Reading

How to Create a Picture Password in Windows 8

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Rick Trader

  In this video, Interface Instructor Rick Trader shows how to create a picture password in Windows 8. Rick Trader Windows Server Instructor – Interface Technical Training Phoenix, AZ

How to enable and Use Windows 8 Client Hyper-V

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Steve Fullmer

Mircosoft introduced XP Mode using Microsoft Virtual PC with Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, or Ultimate versions. Windows XP mode provided an excellent migration option for companies and users migrating to Windows 7 while maintaining preferred Windows XP applications. Virtual PC … Continue Reading

How to enhance your Windows 8 Experience – Managing Your Navigation

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

You are about to start your new year with Windows 8. Some new rules have been set for you. Time for a few resolutions. Perhaps “I commit to learning how to effectively navigate Windows 8!” Did some information gathering to help you more … Continue Reading

How to enhance your Windows 8 Experience – Preparing to Manage Your System

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

I am working on Windows 8 courseware to prepare for 2013 delivery. Discovering lots of little tidbits. Technet continues to offer technical explanations, though is truly light in terms of guidance. A host of bloggers are yielding great insight and … Continue Reading

How to fix hibernation file issues in Windows 7

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

With the advent of advanced power settings in Windows 7, the Windows hibernation file (hiberfil.sys) is more commonly present on the hard drives of both mobile and desktop devices. Whether you are protecting yourself from loss of battery power, accidental … Continue Reading

Windows 8 – You should evaluate this again

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Jason Helmick

And why my coworkers think I’ve gone plumb crazy I believe Microsoft makes the best servers and enterprise servers in the world. This is a bold statement coming from me. I’m not drinking the Kool-Aid or wearing blinders. In fact, … Continue Reading

Windows 8 Release Preview – Back to the Drawing Board

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

Just installed Windows 8 Release Preview to see if game play is any better or easier. Yes. And NO. It is clear that the infrastructure is taking shape. The Release Preview provides more depth and stability than the Developer and … Continue Reading

Windows 7 versus Windows 8 Keyboard Shortcuts

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

In a previous blog Windows 8 Consumer Preview, I discussed the significant challenge learning curve navigating through Windows 8.  One response asked for a table of shortcut keys or mouse movements.  Windows 7 provides some very useful keystrokes.  Powerful tools … Continue Reading

Enter the Danger Zone – Computer Security Expert Mike Danseglio at Interface Technical Training

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Interface Technical Training

Interface Technical Training, is pleased to welcome Mike Danseglio as Technical Director and Instructor, Systems & Security. Danseglio performed computer security hardening for NATO, wrote many Microsoft product security guides and managed Microsoft’s Xbox LIVE Operations. Danseglio trains IT professionals … Continue Reading

Windows 8 Consumer Preview

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

Different for the sake of different? Really. Okay, so you want to climb out of your rut and try something new, colorful, flashy. Let’s hope that new tattoo isn’t permanent? Please tell me that a friend did it with sharpies … Continue Reading

Simplify your Windows 8 Evaluation install

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Steve Fullmer

Having completed a virtual environment look at Windows 8, I really wanted to give it a shot on dedicated hardware. Downloading the x86 and 64 bit images as ISO files was the simple part. Ahhh, now to create the bootable … Continue Reading

MVP Don Jones teaches 2-day PowerShell v2 “Booster” & v3 / Win 8 “Sneak Peak” at Interface – March 20, 2012

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Interface Technical Training

For the first time, Interface Technical Training will offer Windows PowerShell v2 "Booster" and v3 "Sneak Peek" with Don Jones. This 2-day advanced PowerShell course will teach you the new features inside Windows PowerShell v3 and the new commands inside … Continue Reading

To $_ or not to $_, that is the question! Windows 8 and PowerShell v3.

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Jason Helmick

(This post is based on the current Developers preview build of Windows 8 Server.) So I’m sitting here contemplating something cool from Win 8 Server and PowerShell V3. I don’t know if you have had a chance to look at … Continue Reading