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          Microsoft Tools and Techniques for Virtual Environments
          Virtualization is playing an increasingly critical role at all levels of IT, from the desktop to the datacenter.  To get the greatest benefit from these dynamic systems, you need a way to manage virtual—and physical—IT resources across your entire infrastructure. This podcast presents Microsoft’s Hypervisor architecture, Hyper-V, and tools you can use to easily consolidate multiple physical servers onto virtual hosts, rapidly provision and optimize new and existing virtual machines, and more.
          Security for Virtual Environments
          Virtualization is increasing at all levels of IT, from the desktop to the datacenter, so how do you ensure that all your virtualized environments protected from security threats? Dan Reis, Enterprise Product Marketing Director at Trend Micro discusses how organizations can secure their complex and dynamic virtual environments.
          Why Refresh Your PC’s
          Many organizations are starting to think about their next PC refresh cycle, which makes now a great time to consider the many ways deploying cutting-edge systems equipped with Windows 7 can cut costs, boost productivity, and simplify PC management.  In this podcast, Lenovo’s Rodney Holder talks about the tangible benefits of a PC refresh and describes the latest technology from Lenovo that enhances the Windows 7 experience.
          Meet the Expert: How to Maximize the Value of Your Software Investment
          How can you best leverage the power of software to drive costs out of your organization, automate resource-intensive processes, and improve collaboaration? In this "Meet the Expert" podcast, Kevin O'Connor, Product Line Director for the PC Connection family of companies offers tips for getting the most value from your organization's software investment.
          Meet the Expert: Tips for Worry-free Windows 7 Migration
          Many organizations are planning to roll out Windows 7 to enhance ease of use, performance, and security. Migrating to a new operating system can be a daunting experience—full of unknowns and potential obstacles—but it doesn't have to be. Melissa Kaleskas from the PC Connection family of companies presents strategies and approaches for a worry-free OS migration and her top tips for a seamless move to Windows 7.
          How to Secure Your Virtual Environment
          Nick Kael, a Symantec security expert, discusses strategies and tools to help you protect and manage your virtual infrastructure to ensure the highest levels of data protection and high availability for mission-critical applications.
          VMware Volume Purchasing
          Learn how to start saving on your VMware purchases immediately with GovConnection as your virtualization partner. Features include an accumulative program where qualifying purchases are aggregated as “Points” over a rolling eight-quarter period; discount levels based on purchase volumes at an organization level; and an online portal for tracking points and discounts. (Eligibility: All GovConnection customers, except U.S. Federal customers who receive discounts using their current program and Academic/Non-profits who purchase academic SKUs)
          Email Systems: Business Continuity Exchange 2007
          Learn the advantages and new features of Exchange 2007 and gain new insight about the three additions to business continuity with Todd Ross.
          Meet the Expert: How Server Virtualization Impacts Microsoft License Requirements
          Is it possible to streamline your Microsoft Windows Server environment through licensing when you move to a virtual environment? Join us for our Meet the Expert segment with Sarah Cahill, for concrete answers and a list of things you should keep in mind from a Microsoft licensing perspective to get the best ROI.
          Introduction to Windows 7
          Let Steve Paradis show you what makes Windows 7 unique, the benefits over current alternatives, and the options available.
          Meet the Expert: Denise Reilly-Hughes
          Smart software solutions; the impact on IT, collaboration and business processes, and how it helps organizations drive costs out.
          Microsoft Software Assurance
          Learn about the benefits of subscribing and how to tell if software assurance is a good fit for your needs. With Sara Cahill.
          Licensing Support
          Heather Bergeron introduces you to the time and money saving benefits of software licensing and the current programs supported.
          7 Secrets to a Successful Windows 7 Migration
          Learn how to prepare your environment for a seamless Windows 7 deployment