We compared time and steps on AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U and Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor-based HP EliteBook 800 G7 Series Notebook PCs and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptops
- Microsoft's Windows 10 strategy has one glaring flaw according to some: they haven't given developers real reasons to build Universal Windows Apps, as legacy desktop apps still work on Windows 10 and the phone market is weak.
- The in-place upgrade feature in Windows 10 allows upgrading existing devices without reimaging, but has limitations like being unable to upgrade from x86 to x64.
- PowerShell commands like Get-AppXPackage and Remove-AppXPackage allow managing apps on Windows 10, while DISM and Windows System Image Manager are tools for configuring images.
SURFacademy: Windows 10 deployment met Microsoft Deployment Toolkit en Setup ...Roel van Bueren
This document discusses Windows 10 deployment using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK). It covers two primary deployment scenarios for Windows 10: in-place upgrades and wipe-and-load. In-place upgrades allow upgrading existing devices to Windows 10 without removing user data or applications. However, it has limitations including an inability to upgrade from 32-bit to 64-bit. Wipe-and-load deployments remove all data and applications and perform a clean installation of Windows 10, allowing more control and flexibility but requiring reinstallation of applications and migration of user data. The document also discusses drivers, applications and packages in MDT as well as Windows Store apps versus desktop apps
ZENworks Configuration Management and Windows 10Roel van Bueren
This document discusses ZENworks support for Windows 10. It provides details on experimental support for the Windows 10 Technical Preview in ZENworks 11.3.2 and 11.4. It outlines scenarios that were tested including agent installation, bundle actions, and imaging. The document reviews plans for official Windows 10 support in ZENworks 11.4.1 and future releases. It also examines handling of Windows Store apps, Start menu integration, and deploying apps to Windows 10 via Bundle Commander.
ZENworks Configuration Management 11.4.1 and Windows 10Roel van Bueren
This document discusses ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM) 11.4.1 support for Windows 10. Key points include:
- ZCM 11.4.1 provides official support for Windows 10, including editions like Professional, Education, and Enterprise.
- When restoring images on Windows 10 without sysprep, some features like the Start menu may not work correctly.
- Imaging Windows 10 devices using Tuxera is not supported if the device was sysprepped.
- Bundle Commander can be used to deploy applications and configure settings on Windows 10 devices managed by ZCM.
- The document demonstrates configuring, deploying, and verifying applications on a Windows 10 device under ZCM management.
Windows 7 SP1 deployment with ZENworks Configuration Management 11 SP1Roel van Bueren
The document discusses Windows 7 deployment using ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM). It covers new features in Windows 7 SP1, how to deploy Windows 7 images using ZCM imaging tools, migrating user profiles and applications, and ensuring application compatibility with Windows 7. Methods discussed include using the Windows Automated Installation Kit, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, and ENGL Imaging Toolkit for capturing and deploying Windows images, and using ZENworks tools like AdminStudio and ZENworks Application Virtualization for application migration and compatibility.
Windows 7 Deployment with Novell ZENworks Configuration Management and ENGL I...Novell
This document summarizes how to deploy Windows 7 using Novell's ZENworks Configuration Management and ENGL Imaging Toolkit. Key steps include creating a Windows base image, adding driver and hotfix images, integrating with ZENworks for authentication and deployment automation, and building a fully automated deployment process.
Installing Crystal Reports locally from the product CD or to a network server requires meeting minimum system requirements. The installation wizard guides the process, which involves selecting a typical or custom installation, entering registration information, and copying files. Installing from a network server to a workstation involves accessing the server and running the setup file locally. A custom installation allows choosing which specific features and subfeatures to install and where to install them.
- Microsoft's Windows 10 strategy has one glaring flaw according to some: they haven't given developers real reasons to build Universal Windows Apps, as legacy desktop apps still work on Windows 10 and the phone market is weak.
- The in-place upgrade feature in Windows 10 allows upgrading existing devices without reimaging, but has limitations like being unable to upgrade from x86 to x64.
- PowerShell commands like Get-AppXPackage and Remove-AppXPackage allow managing apps on Windows 10, while DISM and Windows System Image Manager are tools for configuring images.
SURFacademy: Windows 10 deployment met Microsoft Deployment Toolkit en Setup ...Roel van Bueren
This document discusses Windows 10 deployment using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK). It covers two primary deployment scenarios for Windows 10: in-place upgrades and wipe-and-load. In-place upgrades allow upgrading existing devices to Windows 10 without removing user data or applications. However, it has limitations including an inability to upgrade from 32-bit to 64-bit. Wipe-and-load deployments remove all data and applications and perform a clean installation of Windows 10, allowing more control and flexibility but requiring reinstallation of applications and migration of user data. The document also discusses drivers, applications and packages in MDT as well as Windows Store apps versus desktop apps
ZENworks Configuration Management and Windows 10Roel van Bueren
This document discusses ZENworks support for Windows 10. It provides details on experimental support for the Windows 10 Technical Preview in ZENworks 11.3.2 and 11.4. It outlines scenarios that were tested including agent installation, bundle actions, and imaging. The document reviews plans for official Windows 10 support in ZENworks 11.4.1 and future releases. It also examines handling of Windows Store apps, Start menu integration, and deploying apps to Windows 10 via Bundle Commander.
ZENworks Configuration Management 11.4.1 and Windows 10Roel van Bueren
This document discusses ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM) 11.4.1 support for Windows 10. Key points include:
- ZCM 11.4.1 provides official support for Windows 10, including editions like Professional, Education, and Enterprise.
- When restoring images on Windows 10 without sysprep, some features like the Start menu may not work correctly.
- Imaging Windows 10 devices using Tuxera is not supported if the device was sysprepped.
- Bundle Commander can be used to deploy applications and configure settings on Windows 10 devices managed by ZCM.
- The document demonstrates configuring, deploying, and verifying applications on a Windows 10 device under ZCM management.
Windows 7 SP1 deployment with ZENworks Configuration Management 11 SP1Roel van Bueren
The document discusses Windows 7 deployment using ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM). It covers new features in Windows 7 SP1, how to deploy Windows 7 images using ZCM imaging tools, migrating user profiles and applications, and ensuring application compatibility with Windows 7. Methods discussed include using the Windows Automated Installation Kit, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, and ENGL Imaging Toolkit for capturing and deploying Windows images, and using ZENworks tools like AdminStudio and ZENworks Application Virtualization for application migration and compatibility.
Windows 7 Deployment with Novell ZENworks Configuration Management and ENGL I...Novell
This document summarizes how to deploy Windows 7 using Novell's ZENworks Configuration Management and ENGL Imaging Toolkit. Key steps include creating a Windows base image, adding driver and hotfix images, integrating with ZENworks for authentication and deployment automation, and building a fully automated deployment process.
Installing Crystal Reports locally from the product CD or to a network server requires meeting minimum system requirements. The installation wizard guides the process, which involves selecting a typical or custom installation, entering registration information, and copying files. Installing from a network server to a workstation involves accessing the server and running the setup file locally. A custom installation allows choosing which specific features and subfeatures to install and where to install them.
IT109 Microsoft Windows 7 Operating Systems Unit 03 lesson 02blusmurfydot1
This document provides instructions for installing Windows 7 using different installation options such as performing a clean installation, migrating user files and settings, upgrading from Windows Vista, and creating a dual boot installation. It describes selecting the appropriate installation option based on hardware compatibility and application needs. Key steps include booting from the Windows 7 installation media, selecting or creating a partition for Windows 7, and using the Windows Easy Transfer or User State Migration tools to move files and settings from an existing Windows installation.
Windows 7 Professional is recommended for small and midsize businesses as it provides improved reliability, security, and performance over Windows XP. Key features include Windows XP Mode for running older programs, domain join for simple network access, and location-aware printing. It also offers cost savings over Windows XP and Vista through simplified deployment and new tools. Hardware requirements are 1GB RAM, 16GB storage for 32-bit or 20GB for 64-bit, and a 1GHz processor.
1. ConfigMgr 2012 SP1 includes many new features such as support for Windows Server 2012, Windows 8, SQL Server 2012 SP1, and Mac, Linux, and UNIX clients. It also includes expanded hierarchy capabilities and support for virtual environments.
2. Upgrading to ConfigMgr 2012 SP1 requires downloading prerequisites, upgrading SQL Server, installing updates, backing up databases, testing the database upgrade, and installing SP1 on the site servers.
3. After installing SP1, it is important to perform health checks, backup the database, test functionality, deploy updated clients and content, review and update task sequences, and install any post-SP1 hotfixes.
IT109 Microsoft Windows 7 Operating Systems Unit 03 lesson 01blusmurfydot1
Windows 7 introduces several interface refinements including a smaller notification area, pinned items, and Aero Snap. It also includes new features like Windows Search, offline files, and DirectAccess. Windows 7 is available in six editions with each higher edition including features of the lower editions. The Upgrade Advisor determines hardware and software compatibility for upgrading to Windows 7. Windows 7 has a modular architecture with a common core module called MinWin.
This document contains two Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) dictionary entries describing tasks related to installing software and building system images for a new office PC environment. The first task involves installing Windows XP and general software applications using Active Directory. Responsibilities and documentation requirements are defined. The second task aims to build two system images - one with just the operating system and one with corporate applications - to enable timely disaster recovery. Procedures and storage of the image copies are also outlined.
Windows 8 introduced several new features related to booting and security. It transitioned to UEFI for faster boot times. It introduced three new security components: UEFI Secure Boot to verify bootloaders, Measured Boot to log everything loaded, and Remote Attestation to evaluate the boot log. Connected Standby allows the OS to stay running with the screen off to enable quick resume of activities.
Improving Application Installation Ux In Windows 7Vijay Raj
This document discusses improving application installation experiences in Windows 7. It covers making installations faster with fewer prompts by using multi-package transactions. It also discusses per-user deployment which installs applications only for the current user, making installations safer by avoiding impacting other users. The .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Client Profile is introduced which provides a smaller deployment package focused on client applications.
Windows 7 is expected to be released in late 2009 or early 2010. It will be an upgraded version of Windows Vista, addressing user feedback by making tasks faster and easier. Windows 7 will be available in Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions for personal and business use. It promises improved features over Vista like easier window management, integrated social networking, and stronger support for multi-core processors. For most Vista users, upgrading to Windows 7 will retain their files and programs. XP users may find upgrading worthwhile for new capabilities, though XP remains viable on current hardware.
This document discusses virtualization, including:
- Defining virtualization as using software to create virtual versions of hardware and operating systems.
- Describing common virtualization software like VirtualBox and VMware and how they allow multiple virtual machines to run on one physical computer.
- The benefits of virtualization include reducing hardware costs, improving flexibility and maintenance, and increasing efficiency of resource use.
http://www.it-exams.fr/70-982.htm Les exercices et corrigés du livre de référence Microsoft 70-982 seront renouvelés à temps pour suivre l’évolution de l’examen Microsoft 70-982 (TS:Recertification for MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure)Notre ouvrage recouvre plus de 96% des connaissances nécessaires à l’examen Microsoft 70-982 (TS:Recertification for MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure), ce qui vous permettra de bien réussir l’examen à la première tentative !
Optimizing windows 8 for virtual desktops - teched 2013 Jeff StokesJeff Stokes
This document provides information on optimizing Windows for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) deployments, including:
- A list of Windows services and the recommended configuration for VDI (disabled, manual, etc.) to reduce overhead
- Links to resources on Windows optimization, benchmarking tools, and performance analysis tools for troubleshooting VDI environments
- Details on the Windows 8 VDI Optimization Script which configures settings to reduce overhead on VGPUs and vCPUs for high density VDI
- The document describes a project to set up a virtual machine using VMware Workstation and install Windows 7 Professional 64-bit as the guest operating system.
- The author chose VMware Workstation 10.0.1 and installed it, then created a new virtual machine configured with 4GB RAM, 100GB disk space, and bridged networking.
- Windows 7 Professional 64-bit was then installed on the virtual machine. Various configuration steps were taken within the guest operating system to optimize performance and security.
- In total, the setup and configuration of the virtual machine and guest operating system took approximately 2.5 hours to complete.
Fudcon 2015...Wireless: From Basics to InternalsKiran Divekar
Kiran Divekar has over 15 years of experience in the IT industry working for major companies in wireless technologies. He is currently vice-president of GeeP and was a major contributor to the Marvell wifi driver in the Linux kernel. The document goes on to define key wireless networking terms and concepts, describe the basic components and configuration of wireless networks and devices in Linux, and discuss tools and internals for debugging and development.
TDF Professional Conf 2010 - Rapid Windows 7 Deploymentsjimboks
Introduction to using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 (MDT, formerly Business Desktop Deployment) for imaging of desktops and rapid upgrades and deployments of Windows 7.
The Server Configurator tool provides a single point of access for installing, configuring, and deploying JBoss server configurations. It supports multi-server configurations, enables multi-website installations, automatically tunes JBoss memory settings, and creates backups of critical configuration files. The tool guides the user through prerequisites, defines server roles, validates databases, installs components, resets security, and allows changing the application logon details. It also describes how to uninstall JBoss servers and addresses some common questions.
Updating Embedded Linux devices in the field requires robust, atomic, and fail-safe software update mechanisms to fix bugs remotely without rendering devices unusable. A commonly used open source updater is SWUpdate, a Linux application that can safely install updates downloaded over the network or from local media using techniques like separate recovery systems and ping-ponging between OS images. It aims to provide atomic system image updates with rollback capabilities and audit logs to ensure devices remain functional after updates.
7496_Hall 070204 Research Faculty Summitwebuploader
The document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on Windows XP Embedded (XPe) and Windows CE 5.0. It discusses new features for XPe including enhanced security, compatibility with Windows XP SP2, and updated development tools. It also summarizes features for Windows CE 5.0 such as improvements to the core operating system, device drivers, international support, and networking capabilities. The presentation aims to discuss technical challenges and how embedded systems can enrich people's lives.
Deploy operating systems and drivers to PCs with a single process regardless ...Principled Technologies
We compared the time and effort two deploy operating systems on laptops with AMD and Intel processors and with two different management approaches
Conclusion
Whether your fleet is in the thousands or the dozens, deploying and managing PCs can be a challenging job, and IT teams can’t afford the time for added complications. We performed a series of tests to determine whether deploying PCs was more complex in a mixed-CPU environment. In testing with two different approaches to deployment and devices from two different OEMs, we found no difference in effort between deploying AMD processor-powered laptops and deploying Intel processor-powered laptops. Within each approach, the work also took similar amounts of time, with the hands-on admin time required varying only slightly across laptops. We also found that with Windows Autopilot, the AMD processor-powered PCs we tested took less system time to complete deployment than their Intel processor-powered counterparts. With the identical process and almost the same hands-on time required regardless of processor, our testing shows that you can set aside your concerns about the need for two disparate deployment processes in a mixed-CPU environment. Predictable and nearly identical experiences can translate to IT teams spending less time learning new processes and more time moving your organization forward with helpful user support, strong security procedures, and new tech initiatives.
Check items off your to-do list faster with Dell OptiPlex small and micro for...Principled Technologies
In our hands-on benchmark and scenario-based comparisons, we found Dell OptiPlex desktops powered by Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors outperformed comparable Lenovo ThinkCentre M Series desktops powered by AMD Ryzen 3, 5, and 7 PRO processors.
IT109 Microsoft Windows 7 Operating Systems Unit 03 lesson 02blusmurfydot1
This document provides instructions for installing Windows 7 using different installation options such as performing a clean installation, migrating user files and settings, upgrading from Windows Vista, and creating a dual boot installation. It describes selecting the appropriate installation option based on hardware compatibility and application needs. Key steps include booting from the Windows 7 installation media, selecting or creating a partition for Windows 7, and using the Windows Easy Transfer or User State Migration tools to move files and settings from an existing Windows installation.
Windows 7 Professional is recommended for small and midsize businesses as it provides improved reliability, security, and performance over Windows XP. Key features include Windows XP Mode for running older programs, domain join for simple network access, and location-aware printing. It also offers cost savings over Windows XP and Vista through simplified deployment and new tools. Hardware requirements are 1GB RAM, 16GB storage for 32-bit or 20GB for 64-bit, and a 1GHz processor.
1. ConfigMgr 2012 SP1 includes many new features such as support for Windows Server 2012, Windows 8, SQL Server 2012 SP1, and Mac, Linux, and UNIX clients. It also includes expanded hierarchy capabilities and support for virtual environments.
2. Upgrading to ConfigMgr 2012 SP1 requires downloading prerequisites, upgrading SQL Server, installing updates, backing up databases, testing the database upgrade, and installing SP1 on the site servers.
3. After installing SP1, it is important to perform health checks, backup the database, test functionality, deploy updated clients and content, review and update task sequences, and install any post-SP1 hotfixes.
IT109 Microsoft Windows 7 Operating Systems Unit 03 lesson 01blusmurfydot1
Windows 7 introduces several interface refinements including a smaller notification area, pinned items, and Aero Snap. It also includes new features like Windows Search, offline files, and DirectAccess. Windows 7 is available in six editions with each higher edition including features of the lower editions. The Upgrade Advisor determines hardware and software compatibility for upgrading to Windows 7. Windows 7 has a modular architecture with a common core module called MinWin.
This document contains two Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) dictionary entries describing tasks related to installing software and building system images for a new office PC environment. The first task involves installing Windows XP and general software applications using Active Directory. Responsibilities and documentation requirements are defined. The second task aims to build two system images - one with just the operating system and one with corporate applications - to enable timely disaster recovery. Procedures and storage of the image copies are also outlined.
Windows 8 introduced several new features related to booting and security. It transitioned to UEFI for faster boot times. It introduced three new security components: UEFI Secure Boot to verify bootloaders, Measured Boot to log everything loaded, and Remote Attestation to evaluate the boot log. Connected Standby allows the OS to stay running with the screen off to enable quick resume of activities.
Improving Application Installation Ux In Windows 7Vijay Raj
This document discusses improving application installation experiences in Windows 7. It covers making installations faster with fewer prompts by using multi-package transactions. It also discusses per-user deployment which installs applications only for the current user, making installations safer by avoiding impacting other users. The .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Client Profile is introduced which provides a smaller deployment package focused on client applications.
Windows 7 is expected to be released in late 2009 or early 2010. It will be an upgraded version of Windows Vista, addressing user feedback by making tasks faster and easier. Windows 7 will be available in Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions for personal and business use. It promises improved features over Vista like easier window management, integrated social networking, and stronger support for multi-core processors. For most Vista users, upgrading to Windows 7 will retain their files and programs. XP users may find upgrading worthwhile for new capabilities, though XP remains viable on current hardware.
This document discusses virtualization, including:
- Defining virtualization as using software to create virtual versions of hardware and operating systems.
- Describing common virtualization software like VirtualBox and VMware and how they allow multiple virtual machines to run on one physical computer.
- The benefits of virtualization include reducing hardware costs, improving flexibility and maintenance, and increasing efficiency of resource use.
http://www.it-exams.fr/70-982.htm Les exercices et corrigés du livre de référence Microsoft 70-982 seront renouvelés à temps pour suivre l’évolution de l’examen Microsoft 70-982 (TS:Recertification for MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure)Notre ouvrage recouvre plus de 96% des connaissances nécessaires à l’examen Microsoft 70-982 (TS:Recertification for MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure), ce qui vous permettra de bien réussir l’examen à la première tentative !
Optimizing windows 8 for virtual desktops - teched 2013 Jeff StokesJeff Stokes
This document provides information on optimizing Windows for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) deployments, including:
- A list of Windows services and the recommended configuration for VDI (disabled, manual, etc.) to reduce overhead
- Links to resources on Windows optimization, benchmarking tools, and performance analysis tools for troubleshooting VDI environments
- Details on the Windows 8 VDI Optimization Script which configures settings to reduce overhead on VGPUs and vCPUs for high density VDI
- The document describes a project to set up a virtual machine using VMware Workstation and install Windows 7 Professional 64-bit as the guest operating system.
- The author chose VMware Workstation 10.0.1 and installed it, then created a new virtual machine configured with 4GB RAM, 100GB disk space, and bridged networking.
- Windows 7 Professional 64-bit was then installed on the virtual machine. Various configuration steps were taken within the guest operating system to optimize performance and security.
- In total, the setup and configuration of the virtual machine and guest operating system took approximately 2.5 hours to complete.
Fudcon 2015...Wireless: From Basics to InternalsKiran Divekar
Kiran Divekar has over 15 years of experience in the IT industry working for major companies in wireless technologies. He is currently vice-president of GeeP and was a major contributor to the Marvell wifi driver in the Linux kernel. The document goes on to define key wireless networking terms and concepts, describe the basic components and configuration of wireless networks and devices in Linux, and discuss tools and internals for debugging and development.
TDF Professional Conf 2010 - Rapid Windows 7 Deploymentsjimboks
Introduction to using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 (MDT, formerly Business Desktop Deployment) for imaging of desktops and rapid upgrades and deployments of Windows 7.
The Server Configurator tool provides a single point of access for installing, configuring, and deploying JBoss server configurations. It supports multi-server configurations, enables multi-website installations, automatically tunes JBoss memory settings, and creates backups of critical configuration files. The tool guides the user through prerequisites, defines server roles, validates databases, installs components, resets security, and allows changing the application logon details. It also describes how to uninstall JBoss servers and addresses some common questions.
Updating Embedded Linux devices in the field requires robust, atomic, and fail-safe software update mechanisms to fix bugs remotely without rendering devices unusable. A commonly used open source updater is SWUpdate, a Linux application that can safely install updates downloaded over the network or from local media using techniques like separate recovery systems and ping-ponging between OS images. It aims to provide atomic system image updates with rollback capabilities and audit logs to ensure devices remain functional after updates.
7496_Hall 070204 Research Faculty Summitwebuploader
The document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on Windows XP Embedded (XPe) and Windows CE 5.0. It discusses new features for XPe including enhanced security, compatibility with Windows XP SP2, and updated development tools. It also summarizes features for Windows CE 5.0 such as improvements to the core operating system, device drivers, international support, and networking capabilities. The presentation aims to discuss technical challenges and how embedded systems can enrich people's lives.
Deploy operating systems and drivers to PCs with a single process regardless ...Principled Technologies
We compared the time and effort two deploy operating systems on laptops with AMD and Intel processors and with two different management approaches
Conclusion
Whether your fleet is in the thousands or the dozens, deploying and managing PCs can be a challenging job, and IT teams can’t afford the time for added complications. We performed a series of tests to determine whether deploying PCs was more complex in a mixed-CPU environment. In testing with two different approaches to deployment and devices from two different OEMs, we found no difference in effort between deploying AMD processor-powered laptops and deploying Intel processor-powered laptops. Within each approach, the work also took similar amounts of time, with the hands-on admin time required varying only slightly across laptops. We also found that with Windows Autopilot, the AMD processor-powered PCs we tested took less system time to complete deployment than their Intel processor-powered counterparts. With the identical process and almost the same hands-on time required regardless of processor, our testing shows that you can set aside your concerns about the need for two disparate deployment processes in a mixed-CPU environment. Predictable and nearly identical experiences can translate to IT teams spending less time learning new processes and more time moving your organization forward with helpful user support, strong security procedures, and new tech initiatives.
Check items off your to-do list faster with Dell OptiPlex small and micro for...Principled Technologies
In our hands-on benchmark and scenario-based comparisons, we found Dell OptiPlex desktops powered by Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors outperformed comparable Lenovo ThinkCentre M Series desktops powered by AMD Ryzen 3, 5, and 7 PRO processors.
Save time and achieve payback quickly with 5th generation Intel Core i5 proce...Principled Technologies
Upgrading your employees’ laptops to 5th generation Intel Core i5 processor-powered laptops could boost their productivity. We created four business scenarios to compare a four-year-old laptop running Windows 7 to Intel Core i5-5200U processor-powered Dell Latitude E5450 laptops running Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. Regardless of the version of Windows, the 5th generation Intel Core i5 processor-powered laptops completed the group of four tasks in less than half the time.
For a worker who performs these tasks four times daily, these productivity savings could pay back the cost of the newer laptop within 4 months. With these advantages, upgrading to a laptop with a 5th generation Intel Core i5 processor can meet the needs of your employees and your budget.
A better experience through performance: Intel Core i5 & Core i3 processor-po...Principled Technologies
Workers have a range of tasks to complete and use a number of different applications. Laptops for these users, while providing advantages in mobility, are not always equal in terms of performance, experience, or battery life. We found that Intel Core i5 and Core i3 processor-powered Lenovo Ultrabooks provided a number of advantages in performance and application responsiveness over comparable AMD processor-based notebooks, while also delivering better battery life. When your organization needs notebooks for a broad range of users performing different yet vital tasks, our testing shows that an Intel processor-powered Lenovo Ultrabook could offer a better experience than AMD processor-based HP EliteBook notebooks.
Boosting productivity and security with modern devices: A comparative studyPrincipled Technologies
We examined how migrating to Dell Latitude 7430 and OptiPlex 7400 PCs preloaded with Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft security features could affect day-to-day productivity
To set up organizations for success now and in the future, company-provided technology must empower employees to finish work without delay and reduce security vulnerabilities. If your company is considering a Dell business PC refresh, our first phase of testing demonstrates that updated hardware in Dell Latitude 7430 laptops and Dell OptiPlex 7400 AIO desktops can deliver better performance while users perform workday tasks, use compute-intensive applications, or multi-task. Our second phase of testing shows that the Latitude 7430 and OptiPlex 7400 PCs we tested—equipped with Windows 11 Pro and default Microsoft security features enabled, including VBS—outperformed their two-year-old Windows 10 Pro counterparts with VBS disabled. Any decision to refresh employee devices can be daunting, but with Dell Latitude 7430 laptops and Dell OptiPlex 7400 AIO desktops running Windows 11 Pro, employees can benefit from more responsive systems preloaded with kernel-level security.
Make the most of your time as well as your space with Dell OptiPlex small and...Principled Technologies
In our benchmark and scenario-based comparisons, we found Dell OptiPlex compact desktops powered by Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors outperformed comparable HP ProDesk and EliteDesk compact desktops powered by AMD Ryzen 3, 5, and 7 PRO processors.
Boot faster and get more raw CPU performance at a lower cost with Windows 10 ...Principled Technologies
The document compares the performance and cost of laptops running Windows 10 versus macOS. It finds that on average:
- Laptops running Windows 10 booted 46% faster than laptops running macOS, taking an average of 12.8 seconds to boot compared to 23.8 seconds.
- On a CPU benchmark test, laptops running Windows 10 performed 14% better on average than laptops running macOS.
- Laptops running Windows 10 cost an average of $305 less than comparable laptops running macOS.
Optimize creative and design workflows and enjoy a better user experience wit...Principled Technologies
In a series of tests, a Dell Precision 5680 handled several heavy workloads better while remaining cooler than a 16‑inch Apple MacBook Pro
Conclusion
Whether you’re editing video, rendering 3D graphics, analyzing data, or collaborating with coworkers on a PowerPoint presentation, the performance of your device can impact how productive you are. When you’re catching up on emails on the couch or trying to put the finishing touches on a video project before boarding a flight, the temperature of the device in your lap can impact your comfort. Comparing a Dell Precision 5680 to a MacBook Pro 16", we found the Precision 5680 offered better performance running several demanding workloads, remained up to 12.8°F cooler under a sustained Cinebench workload, and offered comparable audio quality. Based on our tests, users who value performance and comfort should consider the Dell Precision 5680 workstation.
Get more done in less time with an HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 powered by an Inte...Principled Technologies
We compared system performance to that of the same model with an AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840HS processor
Conclusion
A mobile workstation powered by a high-powered processor can boost productivity and output for both creatives and business professionals. In our hands-on processor comparisons, we found that an Intel Core i7-1370P vPro processor-powered HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 Mobile Workstation received higher scores on productivity and content creation benchmarks and completed Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom Classic tasks in less time than the same mobile workstation powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840HS processor.
The document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on preparing for Windows 7. It discusses the historical context of Windows operating systems in business, highlights new features and improvements in Windows 7, and outlines upgrade pathways and installation information for migrating to Windows 7. Performance tests show Windows 7 installations are faster than previous versions and utilize hardware resources more efficiently. Projections indicate high adoption rates for Windows 7 in business within 30 months of its September 2009 release.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: Leverage your time with faster system responsi...Principled Technologies
compared to Apple MacBook Pro (13‑inch)
An important tool in any hybrid work environment is a powerful and lightweight business laptop that is responsive and easy to transport. We found that a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 was significantly lighter and slightly more compact than a 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro. Additionally, an X1 Nano Gen 2 powered by an Intel Core i7-1280P vPro processor received higher benchmark scores, completed Microsoft 365 and Adobe Premiere Pro tasks faster, and transferred online files faster in a speedtest than a 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro powered by an Apple M1 chip.
Improve productivity with the Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4 all-in-one de...Principled Technologies
Compared to the Apple iMac, the ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4 offered stronger performance in benchmarks and hand-timed tasks
Conclusion
Before you invest in an all-in-one PC for yourself or your workforce, make sure it’s up to the task. Our tests showed that the Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4 was a good multitasking system, consistently achieving higher scores on benchmark tests and completing hand-timed workflows faster than the iMac. Plus, the ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4 offered strong speaker output and microphone quality for a positive videoconferencing experience and it arrives at the door in thoughtful, sustainable packing that lessens your environmental impact.
There are already enough things to worry about when you’re in the field. Having a mobile workstation that can handle your demanding workloads without overheating from extended use means you can focus more on the job itself.
The Dell Precision 7520 was cooler on our laps than either the Lenovo ThinkPad P51 or the HP Zbook 15 G4. When it was time for all three mobile workstations to crunch through a punishing photgrammetry workload, the Dell Precision 7520 performed similarly to the Lenovo ThinkPad P51 and completed the task nine minutes faster than the HP Zbook 15 G4. Finally, the Dell Precision 7520 maintained turbo boost longer than either of the other mobile workstations, which means you can get more work done in less time.
Intel Core i5 processor-powered HP EliteBooks: A better experience for enterp...Principled Technologies
Workers have a range of tasks to complete and use a number of different applications. Laptops for these users, while providing advantages in mobility, are not always equal in terms of performance, experience, or battery life. We found that Intel Core i5 processor-powered HP EliteBooks provided a number of advantages in performance and application responsiveness over an AMD processor-based HP EliteBook, while also delivering longer battery life. When your organization needs notebooks for a broad range of users performing different yet vital tasks, our testing shows that an Intel processor-powered HP EliteBook could offer a better experience than an AMD processor-based HP EliteBook notebook.
Tom Garrison, Vice President of Intel, outlines Intel's business client product launch on January 19th. The launch will feature the 6th generation Intel Core processors, improved security solutions like Intel Authenticate, enhanced workplace collaboration tools, and new small business advantages. Over 200 business PC designs and 100 Intel vPro designs will be shown featuring the new processors and technologies.
Increase output and productivity with the Dell Precision 3551 mobile workstat...Principled Technologies
If you’re tackling design, media, or photography projects, consider upgrading to a Dell™ Precision™ mobile workstation instead of a Latitude™ laptop. Mobile workstations can come with a superior processor, advanced graphics, additional memory, and are specifically designed to perform those resource-intensive tasks. This increased capability can come at a steeper price, but our research shows that, in this case, the performance benefits quickly outweigh the difference in cost.
Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2: Amplify performance without spending morePrincipled Technologies
In tests, the ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 provided higher benchmark scores and better end-user experiences than a 13-inch MacBook Air—and at a lower cost
Conclusion
When it comes to choosing a business laptop, every user has different needs. While here is no single metric to determine the best device, business users often look for a device that combines performance, portability, and good support for the office productivity applications they use every day. When we compared a Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 to a 13-inch MacBook Air, we found that the ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 offered better single-core performance, booted and completed the hand-timed tasks in Microsoft 365 applications faster, and provided good speaker and camera quality. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 did all of this while being less expensive and weighing about the same as the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 mobile workstation: Get more bang for your buckPrincipled Technologies
We compared processing and graphics performance between a ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 with a 13th Gen Intel Core processor and a 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro (2023) with an M2 Max chip
Conclusion
In a nutshell: The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 mobile workstation delivered on price, processing power, and workload performance. When we ordered systems for this price and performance comparison, the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 with an Intel Core i9-13900H processor and (optional) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5000 Ada-generation discrete graphics cost $240.07 less than a 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro (2023) with an M2 Max processor. Bonus content: In addition to receiving higher productivity, digital content creation, AI-based processing, and machine learning benchmark scores, the Intel Core i9-13900H processor-powered Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 also elevated remote collaboration experiences with lower CPU consumption, better background noise reduction, and greater speaker volume output during Zoom meetings than the M2 Max processor-powered Apple MacBook Pro (2023).
Tackle more data science challenges than ever before without the need for discrete acceleration with the 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors. Learn about the built-in AI acceleration and performance optimizations for popular AI libraries, tools and models.
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Help skilled workers succeed with Dell Latitude 7030 and 7230 Rugged Extreme ...Principled Technologies
Instead of equipping consumer-grade tablets with rugged cases
Conclusion
In our hands-on testing, the Dell Latitude 7030 and 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablets showed that they are better equipped to help skilled workers than consumer-grade Apple iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 tablets in multiple ways. They provide more built-in capabilities and features than the consumer-grade tablets we tested. And, while they were more expensive than the rugged-case fortified consumer-grade options we tested, their rugged claims were more than skin deep.
In our performance and durability tests, the Dell Latitude 7030 and 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablets performed better in demanding manufacturing, logistics, and field service environments than consumer-grade tablets with rugged cases. Both Rugged Extreme Tablets, with their greater thermal range, suffered less performance degradation in extreme temperatures, never failed and were merely scuffed after 26 hard drops, survived a 10 minute drenching with no ill effects, and were easier to view in direct sunlight than Apple iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 tablets.
Bring ideas to life with the HP Z2 G9 Tower Workstation - InfographicPrincipled Technologies
We compared CPU performance and noise output of an HP Z2 G9 Tower Workstation in High Performance Mode to a similarly configured Dell Precision 3660 Tower Workstation in its out-of-box performance mode
Investing in GenAI: Cost‑benefit analysis of Dell on‑premises deployments vs....Principled Technologies
Conclusion
Diving into the world of GenAI has the potential to yield a great many benefits for your organization, but it first requires consideration for how best to implement those GenAI workloads. Whether your AI goals are to create a chatbot for online visitors, generate marketing materials, aid troubleshooting, or something else, implementing an AI solution requires careful planning and decision-making. A major decision is whether to host GenAI in the cloud or keep your data on premises. Traditional on-premises solutions can provide superior security and control, a substantial concern when dealing with large amounts of potentially sensitive data. But will supporting a GenAI solution on site be a drain on an organization’s IT budget?
In our research, we found that the value proposition is just the opposite: Hosting GenAI workloads on premises, either in a traditional Dell solution or using a managed Dell APEX pay-per-use solution, could significantly lower your GenAI costs over 3 years compared to hosting these workloads in the cloud. In fact, we found that a comparable AWS SageMaker solution would cost up to 3.8 times as much and an Azure ML solution would cost up to 3.6 times as much as GenAI on a Dell APEX pay-per-use solution. These results show that organizations looking to implement GenAI and reap the business benefits to come can find many advantages in an on-premises Dell solution, whether they opt to purchase and manage it themselves or choose a subscription-based Dell APEX pay-per-use solution. Choosing an on-premises Dell solution could save your organization significantly over hosting GenAI in the cloud, while giving you control over the security and privacy of your data as well as any updates and changes to the environment, and while ensuring your environment is managed consistently.
Workstations powered by Intel can play a vital role in CPU-intensive AI devel...Principled Technologies
In three AI development workflows, Intel processor-powered workstations delivered strong performance, without using their GPUs, making them a good choice for this part of the AI process
Conclusion
We executed three AI development workflows on tower workstations and mobile workstations from three vendors, with each workflow utilizing only the Intel CPU cores, and found that these platforms were suitable for carrying out various AI tasks. For two of the workflows, we learned that completing the tasks on the tower workstations took roughly half as much time as on the mobile workstations. This supports the idea that the tower workstations would be appropriate for a development environment for more complex models with a greater volume of data and that the mobile workstations would be well-suited for data scientists fine-tuning simpler models. In the third workflow, we explored tower workstation performance with different precision levels and learned that using 16-bit floating point precision allowed the workstations to execute the workflow in less time and also reduced memory usage dramatically. For all three AI workflows we executed, we consider the time the workstations needed to complete the tasks to be acceptable, and believe that these workstations can be appropriate, cost-effective choices for these kinds of activities.
Enable security features with no impact to OLTP performance with Dell PowerEd...Principled Technologies
Get comparable online transaction processing (OLTP) performance with or without enabling AMD Secure Memory Encryption and AMD Secure Encrypted Virtualization - Encrypted State
Conclusion
You’ve likely already implemented many security measures for your servers, which may include physical security for the data center, hardware-level security, and software-level security. With the cost of data breaches high and still growing, however, wise IT teams will consider what additional security measures they may be able to implement.
AMD SME and SEV-ES are technologies that are already available within your AMD processor-powered 16th Generation Dell PowerEdge servers—and in our testing, we saw that they can offer extra layers of security without affecting performance. We compared the online transaction processing performance of a Dell PowerEdge R7625 server, powered by AMD EPYC 9274F processors, with and without these two security features enabled. We found that enabling AMD Secure Memory Encryption and Secure Encrypted Virtualization-Encrypted State did not impact performance at all.
If your team is assessing areas where you might be able to enhance security—without paying a large performance cost—consider enabling AME SME and AMD SEV-ES in your Dell PowerEdge servers.
Improving energy efficiency in the data center: Endure higher temperatures wi...Principled Technologies
In high-temperature test scenarios, a Dell PowerEdge HS5620 server continued running an intensive workload without component warnings or failures, while a Supermicro SYS‑621C-TN12R server failed
Conclusion: Remain resilient in high temperatures with the Dell PowerEdge HS5620 to help increase efficiency
Increasing your data center’s temperature can help your organization make strides in energy efficiency and cooling cost savings. With servers that can hold up to these higher everyday temperatures—as well as high temperatures due to unforeseen circumstances—your business can continue to deliver the performance your apps and clients require.
When we ran an intensive floating-point workload on a Dell PowerEdge HS5620 and a Supermicro SYS-621CTN12R in three scenario types simulating typical operations at 25°C, a fan failure, and an HVAC malfunction, the Dell server experienced no component warnings or failures. In contrast, the Supermicro server experienced warnings in all three scenario types and experienced component failures in the latter two tests, rendering the system unusable. When we inspected and analyzed each system, we found that the Dell PowerEdge HS5620 server’s motherboard layout, fans, and chassis offered cooling design advantages.
For businesses aiming to meet sustainability goals by running hotter data centers, as well as those concerned with server cooling design, the Dell PowerEdge HS5620 is a strong contender to take on higher temperatures during day-to-day operations and unexpected malfunctions.
Dell APEX Cloud Platform for Red Hat OpenShift: An easily deployable and powe...Principled Technologies
The 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processor‑powered solution deployed in less than two hours and ran a Kubernetes container-based generative AI workload effectively
Dell APEX Cloud Platform for Red Hat OpenShift: An easily deployable and powe...Principled Technologies
The 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processor‑powered solution deployed in less than two hours and ran a generative AI workload effectively
Conclusion
The appeal of incorporating GenAI into your organization’s operations is likely great. Getting started with an efficient solution for your next LLM workload or application can seem daunting because of the changing hardware and software landscape, but Dell APEX Cloud Platform for Red Hat OpenShift powered by 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors could provide the solution you need. We started with a Dell Validated Design as a reference, and then went on to modify the deployment as necessary for our Llama 2 workload. The Dell APEX Cloud Platform for Red Hat OpenShift solution worked well for our LLM, and by using this deployment guide in conjunction with numerous Dell documents and some flexibility, you could be well on your way to innovating your next GenAI breakthrough.
Upgrade your cloud infrastructure with Dell PowerEdge R760 servers and VMware...Principled Technologies
Compared to a cluster of PowerEdge R750 servers running VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
For organizations running clusters of moderately configured, older Dell PowerEdge servers with a previous version of VCF, upgrading to better-configured modern servers can provide a significant performance boost and more.
Upgrade your cloud infrastructure with Dell PowerEdge R760 servers and VMware...Principled Technologies
Compared to a cluster of PowerEdge R750 servers running VMware Cloud Foundation 4.5
If your company is struggling with underperforming infrastructure, upgrading to 16th Generation Dell PowerEdge servers running VCF 5.1 could be just what you need to handle more database throughput and reduce vSAN latencies. As an additional benefit to IT admins, we also found that the embedded VMware Aria Operation adapter provided useful infrastructure insights.
Realize 2.1X the performance with 20% less power with AMD EPYC processor-back...Principled Technologies
Three AMD EPYC processor-based two-processor solutions outshined comparable Intel Xeon Scalable processor-based solutions by handling more Redis workload transactions and requests while consuming less power
Conclusion
Performance and energy efficiency are significant factors in processor selection for servers running data-intensive workloads, such as Redis. We compared the Redis performance and energy consumption of a server cluster in three AMD EPYC two-processor configurations against that of a server cluster in two Intel Xeon Scalable two-processor configurations. In each of our three test scenarios, the server cluster backed by AMD EPYC processors outperformed the server cluster backed by Intel Xeon Scalable processors. In addition, one of the AMD EPYC processor-based clusters consumed 20 percent less power than its Intel Xeon Scalable processor-based counterpart. Combining these measurements gave us power efficiency metrics that demonstrate how valuable AMD EPYC processor-based servers could be—you could see better performance per watt with these AMD EPYC processor-based server clusters and potentially get more from your Redis or other data intensive applications and workloads while reducing data center power costs.
Improve performance and gain room to grow by easily migrating to a modern Ope...Principled Technologies
We deployed this modern environment, then migrated database VMs from legacy servers and saw performance improvements that support consolidation
Conclusion
If your organization’s transactional databases are running on gear that is several years old, you have much to gain by upgrading to modern servers with new processors and networking components and an OpenShift environment. In our testing, a modern OpenShift environment with a cluster of three Dell PowerEdge R7615 servers with 4th Generation AMD EPYC processors and high-speed 100Gb Broadcom NICs outperformed a legacy environment with MySQL VMs running on a cluster of three Dell PowerEdge R7515 servers with 3rd Generation AMD EPYC processors and 25Gb Broadcom NICs. We also easily migrated a VM from the legacy environment to the modern environment, with only a few steps required to set up and less than ten minutes of hands-on time. The performance advantage of the modern servers would allow a company to reduce the number of servers necessary to perform a given amount of database work, thus lowering operational expenditures such as power and cooling and IT staff time for maintenance. The high-speed 100Gb Broadcom NICs in this solution also give companies better network performance and networking capacity to grow as they embrace emerging technologies such as AI that put great demands on networks.
Boost PC performance: How more available memory can improve productivityPrincipled Technologies
With more memory available, system performance of three Dell devices increased, which can translate to a better user experience
Conclusion
When your system has plenty of RAM to meet your needs, you can efficiently access the applications and data you need to finish projects and to-do lists without sacrificing time and focus. Our test results show that with more memory available, three Dell PCs delivered better performance and took less time to complete the Procyon Office Productivity benchmark. These advantages translate to users being able to complete workflows more quickly and multitask more easily. Whether you need the mobility of the Latitude 5440, the creative capabilities of the Precision 3470, or the high performance of the OptiPlex Tower Plus 7010, configuring your system with more RAM can help keep processes running smoothly, enabling you to do more without compromising performance.
Deploy with confidence: VMware Cloud Foundation 5.1 on next gen Dell PowerEdg...Principled Technologies
A Principled Technologies deployment guide
Conclusion
Deploying VMware Cloud Foundation 5.1 on next gen Dell PowerEdge servers brings together critical virtualization capabilities and high-performing hardware infrastructure. Relying on our hands-on experience, this deployment guide offers a comprehensive roadmap that can guide your organization through the seamless integration of advanced VMware cloud solutions with the performance and reliability of Dell PowerEdge servers. In addition to the deployment efficiency, the Cloud Foundation 5.1 and PowerEdge solution delivered strong performance while running a MySQL database workload. By leveraging VMware Cloud Foundation 5.1 and PowerEdge servers, you could help your organization embrace cloud computing with confidence, potentially unlocking a new level of agility, scalability, and efficiency in your data center operations.
Upgrade your cloud infrastructure with Dell PowerEdge R760 servers and VMware...Principled Technologies
Compared to a cluster of PowerEdge R750 servers running VMware Cloud Foundation 4.5
Conclusion
If your company is struggling with underperforming infrastructure, upgrading to 16th Generation Dell PowerEdge servers running VCF 5.1 could be just what you need to handle more database throughput and reduce vSAN latencies. We found that a Dell PowerEdge R760 server cluster running VCF 5.1 processed over 78 percent more TPM and 79 percent more NOPM than a Dell PowerEdge R750 server cluster running VCF 4.5. It’s also worth noting that the PowerEdge R750 cluster bottlenecked on vSAN storage, with max write latency at 8.9ms. For reference, the PowerEdge R760 cluster clocked in at 3.8ms max write latency. This higher latency is due in part to the single disk group per host on the moderately configured PowerEdge R750 cluster, while the better-configured PowerEdge R760 cluster supported four disk groups per host. As an additional benefit to IT admins, we also found that the embedded VMware Aria Operation adapter provided useful infrastructure insights.
Based on our research using publicly available materials, it appears that Dell supports nine of the ten PC security features we investigated, HP supports six of them, and Lenovo supports three features.
Increase security, sustainability, and efficiency with robust Dell server man...Principled Technologies
Compared to the Supermicro management portfolio
Conclusion
Choosing a vendor for server purchases is about more than just the hardware platform. Decision-makers must also consider more long-term concerns, including system/data security, energy efficiency, and ease of management. These concerns make the systems management tools a vendor offers as important as the hardware.
We investigated the features and capabilities of server management tools from Dell and Supermicro, comparing Dell iDRAC9 against Supermicro IPMI for embedded server management and Dell OpenManage Enterprise and CloudIQ against Supermicro Server Manager for one-to-many device and console management and monitoring. We found that the Dell management tools provided more comprehensive security, sustainability, and management/monitoring features and capabilities than Supermicro servers did. In addition, Dell tools automated more tasks to ease server management, resulting in significant time savings for administrators versus having to do the same tasks manually with Supermicro tools.
When making a server purchase, a vendor’s associated management products are critical to protect data, support a more sustainable environment, and to ease the maintenance of systems. Our tests and research showed that the Dell management portfolio for PowerEdge servers offered more features to help organizations meet these goals than the comparable Supermicro management products.
Increase security, sustainability, and efficiency with robust Dell server man...Principled Technologies
Compared to the Supermicro management portfolio
Conclusion
Choosing a vendor for server purchases is about more than just the hardware platform. Decision-makers must also consider more long-term concerns, including system/data security, energy efficiency, and ease of management. These concerns make the systems management tools a vendor offers as important as the hardware.
We investigated the features and capabilities of server management tools from Dell and Supermicro, comparing Dell iDRAC9 against Supermicro IPMI for embedded server management and Dell OpenManage Enterprise and CloudIQ against Supermicro Server Manager for one-to-many device and console management and monitoring. We found that the Dell management tools provided more comprehensive security, sustainability, and management/monitoring features and capabilities than Supermicro servers did. In addition, Dell tools automated more tasks to ease server management, resulting in significant time savings for administrators versus having to do the same tasks manually with Supermicro tools.
When making a server purchase, a vendor’s associated management products are critical to protect data, support a more sustainable environment, and to ease the maintenance of systems. Our tests and research showed that the Dell management portfolio for PowerEdge servers offered more features to help organizations meet these goals than the comparable Supermicro management products.
Scale up your storage with higher-performing Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS ...Principled Technologies
In our tests, Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS outperformed similarly configured solutions from Vendor A, achieving more IOPS, better throughput, and more consistent performance on both NVMe-supported configurations and configurations backed by Elastic Block Store (EBS) alone.
Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS supports a full NVMe backed configuration, but Vendor A doesn’t—its solution uses EBS for storage capacity and NVMe as an extended read cache—which means APEX Block Storage for AWS can deliver faster storage performance.
Scale up your storage with higher-performing Dell APEX Block Storage for AWSPrincipled Technologies
Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS offered stronger and more consistent storage performance for better business agility than a Vendor A solution
Conclusion
Enterprises desiring the flexibility and convenience of the cloud for their block storage workloads can find fast-performing solutions with the enterprise storage features they’re used to in on-premises infrastructure by selecting Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS.
Our hands-on tests showed that compared to the Vendor A solution, Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS offered stronger, more consistent storage performance in both NVMe-supported and EBS-backed configurations. Using NVMe-supported configurations, Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS achieved 4.7x the random read IOPS and 5.1x the throughput on sequential read operations per node vs. Vendor A. In our EBS-backed comparison, Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS offered 2.2x the throughput per node on sequential read operations vs. Vendor A.
Plus, the ability to scale beyond three nodes—up to 512 storage nodes with capacity of up to 8 PBs—enables Dell APEX Block Storage for AWS to help ensure performance and capacity as your team plans for the future.
GlobalLogic Java Community Webinar #18 “How to Improve Web Application Perfor...GlobalLogic Ukraine
Під час доповіді відповімо на питання, навіщо потрібно підвищувати продуктивність аплікації і які є найефективніші способи для цього. А також поговоримо про те, що таке кеш, які його види бувають та, основне — як знайти performance bottleneck?
Відео та деталі заходу: https://bit.ly/45tILxj
Conversational agents, or chatbots, are increasingly used to access all sorts of services using natural language. While open-domain chatbots - like ChatGPT - can converse on any topic, task-oriented chatbots - the focus of this paper - are designed for specific tasks, like booking a flight, obtaining customer support, or setting an appointment. Like any other software, task-oriented chatbots need to be properly tested, usually by defining and executing test scenarios (i.e., sequences of user-chatbot interactions). However, there is currently a lack of methods to quantify the completeness and strength of such test scenarios, which can lead to low-quality tests, and hence to buggy chatbots.
To fill this gap, we propose adapting mutation testing (MuT) for task-oriented chatbots. To this end, we introduce a set of mutation operators that emulate faults in chatbot designs, an architecture that enables MuT on chatbots built using heterogeneous technologies, and a practical realisation as an Eclipse plugin. Moreover, we evaluate the applicability, effectiveness and efficiency of our approach on open-source chatbots, with promising results.
"Choosing proper type of scaling", Olena SyrotaFwdays
Imagine an IoT processing system that is already quite mature and production-ready and for which client coverage is growing and scaling and performance aspects are life and death questions. The system has Redis, MongoDB, and stream processing based on ksqldb. In this talk, firstly, we will analyze scaling approaches and then select the proper ones for our system.
Northern Engraving | Modern Metal Trim, Nameplates and Appliance PanelsNorthern Engraving
What began over 115 years ago as a supplier of precision gauges to the automotive industry has evolved into being an industry leader in the manufacture of product branding, automotive cockpit trim and decorative appliance trim. Value-added services include in-house Design, Engineering, Program Management, Test Lab and Tool Shops.
Must Know Postgres Extension for DBA and Developer during MigrationMydbops
Mydbops Opensource Database Meetup 16
Topic: Must-Know PostgreSQL Extensions for Developers and DBAs During Migration
Speaker: Deepak Mahto, Founder of DataCloudGaze Consulting
Date & Time: 8th June | 10 AM - 1 PM IST
Venue: Bangalore International Centre, Bangalore
Abstract: Discover how PostgreSQL extensions can be your secret weapon! This talk explores how key extensions enhance database capabilities and streamline the migration process for users moving from other relational databases like Oracle.
Key Takeaways:
* Learn about crucial extensions like oracle_fdw, pgtt, and pg_audit that ease migration complexities.
* Gain valuable strategies for implementing these extensions in PostgreSQL to achieve license freedom.
* Discover how these key extensions can empower both developers and DBAs during the migration process.
* Don't miss this chance to gain practical knowledge from an industry expert and stay updated on the latest open-source database trends.
Mydbops Managed Services specializes in taking the pain out of database management while optimizing performance. Since 2015, we have been providing top-notch support and assistance for the top three open-source databases: MySQL, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
Our team offers a wide range of services, including assistance, support, consulting, 24/7 operations, and expertise in all relevant technologies. We help organizations improve their database's performance, scalability, efficiency, and availability.
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How information systems are built or acquired puts information, which is what they should be about, in a secondary place. Our language adapted accordingly, and we no longer talk about information systems but applications. Applications evolved in a way to break data into diverse fragments, tightly coupled with applications and expensive to integrate. The result is technical debt, which is re-paid by taking even bigger "loans", resulting in an ever-increasing technical debt. Software engineering and procurement practices work in sync with market forces to maintain this trend. This talk demonstrates how natural this situation is. The question is: can something be done to reverse the trend?
"Frontline Battles with DDoS: Best practices and Lessons Learned", Igor IvaniukFwdays
At this talk we will discuss DDoS protection tools and best practices, discuss network architectures and what AWS has to offer. Also, we will look into one of the largest DDoS attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure that happened in February 2022. We'll see, what techniques helped to keep the web resources available for Ukrainians and how AWS improved DDoS protection for all customers based on Ukraine experience
As AI technology is pushing into IT I was wondering myself, as an “infrastructure container kubernetes guy”, how get this fancy AI technology get managed from an infrastructure operational view? Is it possible to apply our lovely cloud native principals as well? What benefit’s both technologies could bring to each other?
Let me take this questions and provide you a short journey through existing deployment models and use cases for AI software. On practical examples, we discuss what cloud/on-premise strategy we may need for applying it to our own infrastructure to get it to work from an enterprise perspective. I want to give an overview about infrastructure requirements and technologies, what could be beneficial or limiting your AI use cases in an enterprise environment. An interactive Demo will give you some insides, what approaches I got already working for real.
Keywords: AI, Containeres, Kubernetes, Cloud Native
Event Link: https://meine.doag.org/events/cloudland/2024/agenda/#agendaId.4211
QR Secure: A Hybrid Approach Using Machine Learning and Security Validation F...AlexanderRichford
QR Secure: A Hybrid Approach Using Machine Learning and Security Validation Functions to Prevent Interaction with Malicious QR Codes.
Aim of the Study: The goal of this research was to develop a robust hybrid approach for identifying malicious and insecure URLs derived from QR codes, ensuring safe interactions.
This is achieved through:
Machine Learning Model: Predicts the likelihood of a URL being malicious.
Security Validation Functions: Ensures the derived URL has a valid certificate and proper URL format.
This innovative blend of technology aims to enhance cybersecurity measures and protect users from potential threats hidden within QR codes 🖥 🔒
This study was my first introduction to using ML which has shown me the immense potential of ML in creating more secure digital environments!
AI in the Workplace Reskilling, Upskilling, and Future Work.pptxSunil Jagani
Discover how AI is transforming the workplace and learn strategies for reskilling and upskilling employees to stay ahead. This comprehensive guide covers the impact of AI on jobs, essential skills for the future, and successful case studies from industry leaders. Embrace AI-driven changes, foster continuous learning, and build a future-ready workforce.
Read More - https://bit.ly/3VKly70
"Scaling RAG Applications to serve millions of users", Kevin GoedeckeFwdays
How we managed to grow and scale a RAG application from zero to thousands of users in 7 months. Lessons from technical challenges around managing high load for LLMs, RAGs and Vector databases.
AppSec PNW: Android and iOS Application Security with MobSFAjin Abraham
Mobile Security Framework - MobSF is a free and open source automated mobile application security testing environment designed to help security engineers, researchers, developers, and penetration testers to identify security vulnerabilities, malicious behaviours and privacy concerns in mobile applications using static and dynamic analysis. It supports all the popular mobile application binaries and source code formats built for Android and iOS devices. In addition to automated security assessment, it also offers an interactive testing environment to build and execute scenario based test/fuzz cases against the application.
This talk covers:
Using MobSF for static analysis of mobile applications.
Interactive dynamic security assessment of Android and iOS applications.
Solving Mobile app CTF challenges.
Reverse engineering and runtime analysis of Mobile malware.
How to shift left and integrate MobSF/mobsfscan SAST and DAST in your build pipeline.
"What does it really mean for your system to be available, or how to define w...Fwdays
We will talk about system monitoring from a few different angles. We will start by covering the basics, then discuss SLOs, how to define them, and why understanding the business well is crucial for success in this exercise.
The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) invited Taylor Paschal, Knowledge & Information Management Consultant at Enterprise Knowledge, to speak at a Knowledge Management Lunch and Learn hosted on June 12, 2024. All Office of Administration staff were invited to attend and received professional development credit for participating in the voluntary event.
The objectives of the Lunch and Learn presentation were to:
- Review what KM ‘is’ and ‘isn’t’
- Understand the value of KM and the benefits of engaging
- Define and reflect on your “what’s in it for me?”
- Share actionable ways you can participate in Knowledge - - Capture & Transfer
Introducing BoxLang : A new JVM language for productivity and modularity!Ortus Solutions, Corp
Just like life, our code must adapt to the ever changing world we live in. From one day coding for the web, to the next for our tablets or APIs or for running serverless applications. Multi-runtime development is the future of coding, the future is to be dynamic. Let us introduce you to BoxLang.
Dynamic. Modular. Productive.
BoxLang redefines development with its dynamic nature, empowering developers to craft expressive and functional code effortlessly. Its modular architecture prioritizes flexibility, allowing for seamless integration into existing ecosystems.
Interoperability at its Core
With 100% interoperability with Java, BoxLang seamlessly bridges the gap between traditional and modern development paradigms, unlocking new possibilities for innovation and collaboration.
Multi-Runtime
From the tiny 2m operating system binary to running on our pure Java web server, CommandBox, Jakarta EE, AWS Lambda, Microsoft Functions, Web Assembly, Android and more. BoxLang has been designed to enhance and adapt according to it's runnable runtime.
The Fusion of Modernity and Tradition
Experience the fusion of modern features inspired by CFML, Node, Ruby, Kotlin, Java, and Clojure, combined with the familiarity of Java bytecode compilation, making BoxLang a language of choice for forward-thinking developers.
Empowering Transition with Transpiler Support
Transitioning from CFML to BoxLang is seamless with our JIT transpiler, facilitating smooth migration and preserving existing code investments.
Unlocking Creativity with IDE Tools
Unleash your creativity with powerful IDE tools tailored for BoxLang, providing an intuitive development experience and streamlining your workflow. Join us as we embark on a journey to redefine JVM development. Welcome to the era of BoxLang.
What is an RPA CoE? Session 1 – CoE VisionDianaGray10
In the first session, we will review the organization's vision and how this has an impact on the COE Structure.
Topics covered:
• The role of a steering committee
• How do the organization’s priorities determine CoE Structure?
Speaker:
Chris Bolin, Senior Intelligent Automation Architect Anika Systems
Essentials of Automations: Exploring Attributes & Automation ParametersSafe Software
Building automations in FME Flow can save time, money, and help businesses scale by eliminating data silos and providing data to stakeholders in real-time. One essential component to orchestrating complex automations is the use of attributes & automation parameters (both formerly known as “keys”). In fact, it’s unlikely you’ll ever build an Automation without using these components, but what exactly are they?
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Deploy Windows 10 Pro images using one consistent process, no matter the CPU
1. Deploy Windows 10 Pro images using one
consistent process, no matter the CPU
We compared time and steps on AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U and
Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor-based HP EliteBook 800 G7
Series Notebook PCs and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptops
Selecting new devices for employees is rarely easy, especially if the laptops you’re considering contain a
processor from a different manufacturer than the ones already in your fleet. Being able to use the same
deployment process across all devices—regardless of processor—makes things easier on your IT staff.
We used an automated task sequence in Microsoft Configuration Manager (formerly
SCCM) to deploy a Microsoft Windows 10 Pro image on four enterprise laptops:
• Lenovo®
ThinkPad®
T14 laptop with an
AMD Ryzen™
5 PRO 4650U processor
• Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptop with an
Intel®
Core™
i5-10310U vPro®
processor
• HP EliteBook 835 G7 Notebook PC with an
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor
• HP EliteBook 830 G7 Notebook PC with an
Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor
When we performed the same six steps on all the devices, each enterprise laptop required a similar
amount of hands-on administrator time: between 1 minute and 38 seconds and 1 minute and 49 seconds.
The difference in total time required, including system time, was less than 2 minutes across all devices. If
you’re considering managing a fleet with both AMD and Intel processor-based PCs, deployment time or
adaptations to existing Windows 10 Pro image deployment processes shouldn’t be a concern.
Schedule the same time
It took a similar amount of time
to deploy Microsoft Windows 10
Pro images for AMD and Intel
processor-powered laptops
Use the same process
We used the identical Windows
10 Pro image deployment
procedure for AMD and Intel
processor-based laptops
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A Principled Technologies report: Hands-on testing. Real-world results.
2. Keep doing what works
Some admins and organizations have steered away from laptops equipped with AMD processors because they
assumed that managing a mixed-CPU Windows 10 environment would be more complex than managing a
homogeneous one.
We first compared Windows 10 image deployment processes for equivalent systems equipped with the rival
processors in 2018. Then, as now, we found that admins could deploy a Microsoft Windows 10 (or Windows 10
Pro) image to systems equipped with AMD processors without altering processes they developed for Intel-based
systems. In fact, in 2018, we found “Windows 10 image deployment to AMD processor-powered laptops and
desktops took similar time and the same number of steps as deployment to systems powered by Intel.”1
You can
read the 2018 report here.
Have the same experience, regardless of CPU
If your organization is one of the many that have shifted to a more remote workforce, no-touch PC management
is likely a high priority. Streamlining OS deployment and driver installation can help give your IT teams more time
and brainpower to tackle complex and challenging problems.
We created a Configuration Manager task sequence and used it to deploy a Windows 10 Pro image on all four
enterprise laptops. This automated sequence included applying the OS, configuring network settings, adding
drivers, and installing Slack and Microsoft 365 applications.
This report pulls together findings from two different PT studies, one focusing on Lenovo and one on HP.
We used a Configuration Manager task sequence to deploy a Windows 10 Pro image and necessary drivers
to the following business-class laptops:
Lenovo systems
AMD
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 20UD
14-inch laptop featuring an
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor
(8MB cache, up to 2.10GHz)
Intel
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 20S0
14-inch laptop featuring an
Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor
(6MB cache, up to 1.70GHz)
HP systems
AMD
HP EliteBook 835 G7 Notebook PC
13-inch enterprise PC featuring an
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor
(8MB cache, 2.1GHz)
Intel
HP EliteBook 830 G7 Notebook PC
13-inch enterprise PC featuring an
Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor
(6MB cache, 1.7GHz)
VS
You can read the Lenovo report at
http://facts.pt/3jUVED0
You can read the HP report at
http://facts.pt/3tg4cm7
VS
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3. Supporting a mixed-CPU Windows 10 Pro environment
with cloud-based device management
We tested a traditional IT deployment process via Configuration Manager, but there are several
alternative options for IT staff seeking a way to deploy a large number of devices. Windows
Autopilot, a cloud-based service, sets up devices in the factory and configures them before they
reach users, so the systems are ready to use out of the box.2
This means mixed-CPU Windows
10 Pro environments will not be a problem for traditional or cloud-based deployment tools.
Deploying the OS
There are plenty of challenges associated with getting properly configured devices to new staff members, but
OS deployment doesn’t have to be one of them. Having a single deployment process for all devices makes it
easier for IT to ensure that employees receive their new devices as quickly as possible.
In our testing, it took slightly less time to deploy a Windows 10 Pro image to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U
processor-based Lenovo ThinkPad 14 laptop than to perform the same process on the Intel Core i5-10310U vPro
processor-based Lenovo device. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor-based HP EliteBook 835 G7 Notebook
PC was also slightly faster to deploy than the Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor-based HP system. We used
the same six steps to deploy each of the devices.
Although system time varied slightly between the different models, the hands-on time required from our
administrator was similar across all four devices: between 1 minute 38 seconds and 1 minute 49 seconds.
The difference in total time required, including system time, was less than 2 minutes across all devices.
Figure 1: Total time (mm:ss) to deploy one laptop using Configuration Manager. Admin time refers to the time it took us to
start the installation process on the target PC, and system time refers to the time it took our task sequence to install the
OS, install drivers and applications, and configure the system. Lower is better. Source: Principled Technologies.
0
10:00
20:00
15:00
5:00
Time
(mm:ss)
Admin System
HP EliteBook 835 G7
with an AMD Ryzen 5
PRO 4650U processor
HP EliteBook 830 G7
with an Intel Core
i5-10310U vPro processor
18:03 18:20
16:25 16:38
1:38 1:42
Admin System
Admin System
Lenovo ThinkPad T14
20UD with an AMD
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U
processor
Lenovo ThinkPad
T14 20S0 with an
Intel Core i5-10310U
vPro processor
16:41
17:24
14:54 15:35
1:47 1:49
Admin System
Deploying one laptop using Configuration Manager
Lenovo HP
We
followed
the same 6
steps
We
followed
the same 6
steps
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4. Installing drivers
When IT prepares new devices for end-users, their standard procedure often includes loading drivers onto
a custom image that installs the company-supported OS and deploys company-approved applications. We
simulated this scenario in our testing.
On all four devices, we added driver packages to Configuration Manager before deploying the Windows 10 Pro
image. This enabled the automated sequence to complete all OS updates and customizations on each laptop.
The process of adding drivers, requiring 11 steps, was the same on each of the four devices. Installing the drivers
took a similar amount of time, with the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor-based devices taking from 1 to 4
seconds longer than their Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor-based counterparts.
Figure 2: Admin time (mm:ss) to add drivers to the boot image and driver package. Lower is better.
Source: Principled Technologies.
0
2:00
4:00
3:00
1:00
Adding drivers to the boot image and driver package
Time
(mm:ss)
2:53 2:52
2:53
2:57
HP EliteBook 835 G7
with an AMD Ryzen 5
PRO 4650U processor
HP EliteBook 830 G7
with an Intel Core
i5-10310U vPro processor
Lenovo ThinkPad T14
20UD with an AMD
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U
processor
Lenovo ThinkPad
T14 20S0 with an
Intel Core i5-10310U
vPro processor
Lenovo HP
We
followed
the same
11 steps
We
followed
the same
11 steps
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5. Conclusion
In our testing, using Configuration Manager to install drivers and deploy a Windows 10 Pro image was fast and
easy on all four enterprise laptops. The two AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U processor-powered devices required the
identical steps and a similar amount of hands-on time to deploy as the two Intel Core i5-10310U vPro processor-
powered devices. Our recent findings are consistent with our findings in 2018, which indicates that there’s no
need to develop or alter existing Windows 10 Pro image deployment processes when introducing AMD or Intel
processor-based PCs into your environment.
Key takeaways:
• Admins need a similar amount of hands-on time
to deploy Microsoft Windows 10 Pro images for
AMD and Intel processor-based Lenovo ThinkPad
T14 laptops and HP EliteBook 800 G7 Series
Notebook PCs .
• Admins can use the same Windows 10 Pro
image deployment process for AMD and Intel
processor-based Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptops
and HP EliteBook 800 G7 Series Notebook PCs.
1 Principled Technologies, “Deploy a Microsoft Windows 10 image to AMD Processor-based
systems without altering existing processes,” accessed January 29, 2021,
https://www.principledtechnologies.com/AMD/PRO_processors_image_deployment_competitive_0518.pdf.
2 Microsoft, “Overview of Windows Autopilot,” accessed January 29, 2021,
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot.
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This project was commissioned by AMD.
HP comparison testing details: http://facts.pt/dxnv42z
Lenovo comparison testing details: http://facts.pt/r13DTvg
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