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SMSUG.ca Forums
Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:44 AM
I have decided that the forums on www.SMSUG.ca are not being used and due to some SPAMMER populating the membership list, I have closed them down. This is a good thing as it means I will arrange for the site to be convert to a blog only site. With the new site will come a new look a feel. (wait for it)   If you are looking for ConfigMgr , SCCM , SMS, v.Next... Read More...
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Hack and Defend
Thursday, March 18, 2010 9:24 AM
MS Canada is bring back their “Hack and Defend” workshops! It’s back!  Last years popular Hack and Defend workshops are back!  Step inside the mind of a hacker at Microsoft’s Hack and Defend Workshop. Discover the tactics used to penetrate your PC, become aware of the most threatening viruses online, and most importantly, learn how to help protect yourself... Read More...
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Tip of The Day – Desktop Icons
Friday, February 26, 2010 9:13 AM
  Back at TechDays Ottawa I was using my laptop to give a presentation on Hyper-v live migration. Anyways Rick walked into the room as I was just about to “clean” my desktop of folders and icons as I always do before a presentation. Rick said “Let me show you this cool feature of Windows designed just for presenters!” Then he proceeded to right click my... Read More...
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SharePoint and Belly Dancers!
Saturday, September 05, 2009 2:20 PM
As some of you who follow me on Twitter found out on Aug 14 th , I was at the award night for the Ottawa 70-631 study group with my wife, Ellen. I have to say it was an interesting night! Where else can you heard the words “My wife couldn’t come tonight because my dog is getting a massage” and someone else saying “My Labrador ate the spoon!” it gives new meaning... Read More...
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TechDays 2009 Discount Code
Saturday, June 20, 2009 12:33 PM
This fall, TechDays returns with more deep technical training on the very latest Microsoft technologies, and I’m excited to be able to offer you a special VIP price of just $249 until July 1. After July 1st the early bird price will be $299. Don’t miss this chance to build your skills and share — Reference this code TDUGVIP and you can buy your tickets now and... Read More...
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Newsletter June 2009 - Update
Tuesday, June 09, 2009 9:38 AM
June 18th 2009 User Group Meeting Topic: Introduction to Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 SP1 (DPM). Description: Through discussions and demonstrations, we will be covering installation and configuration in DPM . We will talk about common situations and look at how DPM can meet these needs. Presenter Bio: Islam Gomaa is a Senior Systems Administrator... Read More...
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$300,000 worth of training
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 4:36 PM
CTE Solutions , (Yes, the same training center that helps out with both the User & Study Groups) will donate $300,000 worth of training to recently laid off tech workers in Ottawa, equating to around 150 participants to be instructed over the coming summer months. CTE Solutions was founded seven years ago during the depths of the last tech wreck, after its... Read More...
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June 3rd 2009 User Group Meeting
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 1:52 PM
Topic: Windows 7 Security Tidbits & Understanding and Preventing Insider Threat Description: Windows 7 Security Tidbits - Windows 7 is coming and the boss is asking you about all those new security features. Perhaps you've heard some buzz about AppLocker? What’s this about DirectAccess connecting securely to your corporate network without a VPN? ... Read More...
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Microsoft Skills Week
Monday, March 16, 2009 10:20 AM
Hi Everyone I just got a email from the team at CTE. They want to give the OWSUG first crack at their Microsoft Skills Week sessions! Below are the details! We've found what you're looking for... During the week of April 14th-17th we'll be hosting a Microsoft Skills Week in Ottawa and you're invited!  Choose from  the following emerging... Read More...
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EnergizeIT 2009: From the Client to the Cloud - Learn What's Possible!
Thursday, February 19, 2009 11:44 PM
Hello Canadian IT Pros and Developers, Current economic realities are putting pressure on all of us to utilize technology in new ways. From increasing productivity, reducing costs, and providing clear benefit to the business, each of you play a key role in making this real. Your ability to understand the technology possibilities to help solve real-world requirements... Read More...
by Garth Jones
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Drinking Game?
Thursday, January 29, 2009 6:22 PM
This week I was introduced to a new drinking game. In this game you take a drink each time you see Susan Ibach (from our friend at CTE Solutions ) within this Video . I Love Learning Ok it is not really a drink game but it is a cool video. If you ever meet Susan ask her to tell you the story behind this video and how her boss (Mia) first saw it! BTW I counted... Read More...
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myITForum Donation
Thursday, January 08, 2009 9:23 AM
With the start of a new year, it is that time again to support the System Management Community, with that in mind I have made my yearly donation to MyITForum (MIF). Why do I do it? Well as a User Group leader for www.OWSUG.ca , I know how much it cost to host a small user group community. OWSUG is extremely small compared to MIF! Our network traffic is nothing... Read More...
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1st Anniversary
Thursday, December 11, 2008 10:30 AM
Well today is 1 st anniversary of me taking steps to upgrade my certifications to Windows 2003 / Windows 2008. As many of you know I have blog about my experiences with all the exams. So this blog post is designed to talk about a few things. Which exam I write and pass? Which certifications did I achieve? What exam tips can I give you? Which exams did I write... Read More...
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Job posting
Wednesday, December 03, 2008 3:47 PM
Make sure that you stop by the OWSUG Job forums. There have been 10 new posting within the last month with more that half of them for Microsoft! Read More...
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Ottawa Windows Server User Group, Dec. 11th 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008 4:19 PM
Topic: SQL Server 101 for the IT Pro & SQL Server Chalk Talk SQL What?!? What every IT Pro needs to know about SQL Server More and more products require a SQL Server database. Are you an IT Pro installing SQL Server but not sure how to support it? Do you work at a place where you are the IT department? Well this event is for you! The OWSUG and OttawaSQL.net... Read More...
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