Windows Server 2012 and the Resilient File System (ReFS)

Save File. You’ve seen that command a thousand times as you work on your documents and images, but have you ever thought about what lies underneath? And how critical a file system is to everything you do on your computing platform? With Windows Server 2012, Microsoft is updating their ubiquitous and venerable NTFS with ReFS, which is one of the more important changes you’ll find in their latest server platform.

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The Art of Productive Laziness

Efficiency is intelligent laziness. It’s a combination of intelligence and laziness to work in a productive way. Harvesting your energy and creating an efficient work ethic starts with understanding where to place your effort. Essentially, the goal is to do more with less effort and succeed at both work and in your personal life.

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A Look at the CompTIA A+ 801 and 802 Exams

For many IT professionals, one of the first certifications they obtain is the A+. Individuals just getting into the IT field or wanting to increase their knowledge should know that two new A+ exams are available. These are the 220-801 and 220-802. These exams will replace 220-701 and 220-702. While the previous exams will continue to be available until August of 2013, now would be a good time to start considering the new exams.

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