- Spam and virus protection
- Email Compliance
- Email Encryption
- Email Policy Management
- ISA Server and Firewalls
- Password Management
- Microsoft Exchange Server Permissions
- Phishing and Email Fraud Protection
- User Authentication for Outlook and OWA
- Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again.Tip
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tarpitting
Tarpitting is the practice of slowing the transmission of e-mail messages sent in bulk, as a means of thwarting spammers. The intent is to maintain a high quality of service for legitimate users while making the sending process impractical for spammers, who -- because of low response rates -- must be able to send vast volumes of messages quickly and inexpensively.Definition
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Optimizing the OWA experience
Improve OWA performance and protect users with custom configurations, some simple HTML code and an EMS command.Tutorial
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Addressing Outlook Web App 2010 security concerns
New, user-friendly features may make OWA 2010 more appealing, but with increased use comes increased security threats. Use these tactics to protect your network.Tip
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Free Exchange add-on picks up native spam filtering slack
It's no secret that Exchange administrators hate spam. Protect users with a free add-on that bolsters Exchange’s native spam filtering.Tip
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Exposing SMTP and IMAP’s security vulnerabilities in Exchange Server
Even though SMTP and IMAP have built-in features to protect Exchange’s external mail transmissions, both protocols are still susceptible to security vulnerabilities. See how easily both can be compromised.Tip
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Securing Exchange Server communications via SMTP and IMAP
IMAP and SMTP have built-in security features to protect Exchange Server's external mail transmissions. Do these legacy protocols offer enough protection?Tip
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Exchange Server migration and security quiz
Test your knowledge of Exchange 2007, Small Business Server, email security issues, single-server installations and other Microsoft Exchange topics with our quiz.Quiz
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throttled data transfer
Throttled data transfer, also known as data transfer throttling or lean data transfer, is the deliberate regulation of the data transfer rate in a communications system... (Continued)Definition
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Built-in security tools help defend Exchange Server 2010
Exchange 2010 includes more built-in security tools than previous server versions. This tip examines some common vulnerabilities and which native tools protect against them.Tip
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Built-in security tools help defend Exchange Server 2010
Exchange 2010 includes more built-in security tools than previous server versions. This tip examines some common vulnerabilities and which native tools protect against them.Tip
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Exchange Insider e-zine
Exchange Insider offers a comprehensive look at Exchange Server administration, including setting up and overseeing proper email archiving policies and procedures, migrating to Exchange Server 2007, ensuring Exchange security througout your organization and information on unified communications deployment.Ezine
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Is full email encryption the solution to Exchange security?
Many security officers would suggest that encrypting every email that goes through Exchange is the best way to protect your organization. A better approach is to focus on security basics first and then and think about encrypting email.Tip
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Create a journal rule in Exchange 2007 to secure journaling mailboxes
There are several regulations in Exchange Server 2007 regarding message retention, many of which require you to guarantee that your archives can't be tampered with. Because storing journaling archives off-site isn't allowed in Exchange 2007, you must mail-enable a contact to secure your Exchange journaling mailboxes from attacks. Learn how with this tip.Tutorial
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Set up messaging records management (MRM) in Exchange Server 2007
After moving Exchange Server 2007 mailbox data from .PST files to another location, it's best to manage this data using messaging records management (MRM). This tip from Microsoft MVP Brien Posey explains how to plan, implement and test a successful MRM solution.Best Practices Guide
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Exchange event sink scripting error when configuring email disclaimer
Find out how to troubleshoot problems scripting Exchange Server email disclaimers and signatures.Ask the Expert
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Email archiving and e-discovery best practices for Microsoft Exchange
Learn Exchange Server email archiving and e-discovery best practices, including how to implement backups, email retention and archiving strategies.Best Practices Guide
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email bankruptcy
Email bankruptcy is an acknowledgement that your email has become unmanageable and the decision to either purge your inbox and start afresh or, more radically, to renounce email altogether... (Continued)Definition
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How to set up email disclaimers on a single, back-end Exchange server
Learn how to add an automated email disclaimer or signature to outgoing Microsoft Outlook messages on an Exchange 2003 server without add-in software.Tip
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How to set up Exchange 2007 message classifications
Learn how to set up Exchange 2007 message classifications and transport rules to secure and control the way email is handled and distributed in your organization.Tutorial
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How to secure Exchange Server 2010 post deployment
So you’ve deployed Exchange 2010, but are you confident in its security? If you’re unsure, make certain you’ve checked off these seven items.Tip
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Your guide to our Exchange explained series
Unsure about what hosted Exchange is, or what it means to virtualize an Exchange server? Our Exchange explained series dissects those topics and more.guide
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All Outlook 2010 Trust Center settings are not created equal
The Outlook 2010 Trust Center offers plenty of security settings to administrators. That doesn’t mean they’re all important though.Tip
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Protecting Outlook 2010 with group policy security settings
Your Exchange servers may be secure, but neglecting to protect Outlook 2010 puts your company at risk. Learn some group policy security settings that prevent security disasters.Tip
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Are Exchange wildcard certificates worth the risk?
Wildcard certificates offer Exchange shops flexibility and financial savings, but with those benefits come risks. Here are some wildcard certificate pros and cons to consider.Tip
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How to add certificates to Exchange Server 2010
Are you trying to import a new certificate into Exchange 2010? Check out these simple steps.Tip
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again.Tip
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Addressing Outlook Web App 2010 security concerns
New, user-friendly features may make OWA 2010 more appealing, but with increased use comes increased security threats. Use these tactics to protect your network.Tip
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Exchange Server 2010 message security explained
Exchange Server 2010 addresses the emergence of email as a vital yet vulnerable business tool by increasing message security. Find out which features Microsoft has enhanced.Feature
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Built-in security tools help defend Exchange Server 2010
Exchange 2010 includes more built-in security tools than previous server versions. This tip examines some common vulnerabilities and which native tools protect against them.Tip
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What's the best way to set Exchange mailbox size limits?
Get tips and expert advice on the best way to set Exchange mailbox size limits for users.Answer
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Custom email filtering with Forefront Protection 2010 for Exchange
ForeFront Protection 2010 for Exchange helps keep spam and viruses at bay. But did you know you can also use its custom email filters to enforce corporate email policies?Tip
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RPC over HTTP
RPC over HTTP (Remote Procedure Call over HTTP) is a protocol that allows a client on the Internet to connect securely to a Microsoft Exchange Server without having to log into a virtual private network (VPN) first.Definition
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Exchange Server 2010 message security explained
Exchange Server 2010 addresses the emergence of email as a vital yet vulnerable business tool by increasing message security. Find out which features Microsoft has enhanced.Feature
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Exchange user doesn't have to enter a password when logging on
If an Exchange user doesn't need to enter a password when logging on, is it a problem? Learn the difference between implicit and explicit logon behavior.Ask the Expert
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FSW will remove Exchange and hop on Gmail
If they can do it so can we, says one non-profit that will follow in the footsteps of Los Angeles and boot Exchange for Gmail.Article | Tue Jan 12 00:00:00 EST 2010
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POP3 email not appearing in Outlook 2007
Take a look at the steps you should take to resolve issues you may have with an additional POP3 email account not showing up in Outlook 2007.Ask the Expert
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Exchange admins: Is it time to rethink your email address policy?
How can an email address policy setting affect your Exchange Server organization's overall security? And is it time to change that policy? Let's find out.Tip
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Changing email address formats in Exchange Server 2003
Find out how to change the email address formats in Active Directory while using Exchange Server 2003.Ask the Expert
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Configuring the default recipient policy in an Exchange 2003 environment
Learn the best way to configure the default recipient policy in an Exchange 2003 test environment.Ask the Expert
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Requirements for connecting mobile devices to Exchange 2003
Take a look at the different requirements for mobile devices such as an iPhone or Blackberry to connect to Exchange Server 2003.Ask the Expert
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Top 5 Exchange mobile tips of 2008
Why Exchange ActiveSync fails with NAT firewalls, avoiding Exchange 2007 Direct Push failures and how to decide between OWA Light and Exchange ActiveSync were just some of the top mobile tips that caught our readers' eyes in 2008.The Year in Review
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Microsoft Exchange Server security dos and don'ts
Microsoft Exchange Server email security threats, such as spam and viruses, are a constant concern. What is the best method for protecting an Exchange Server organization against these email threats? Which antivirus and antispam products offer the most complete protection? Read these Exchange Server security practices to get answers and effectively deal with spam and virus email threats.Checklist
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Windows SBS and Exchange Server security configuration best practices
Discover how to maximize Microsoft Exchange Server security on Windows SBS with or without ISA Server as a network firewall security feature.Ask the Expert
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Why Exchange ActiveSync fails with NAT firewalls
Discover why Exchange ActiveSync fails when Exchange Server 2003 sits behind a network address translation (NAT) firewall.Tip
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Deploying ISA Server as a firewall for Exchange Server mobile devices
Read about deploying ISA Server 2006 as a firewall to secure, authenticate and encrypt ActiveSync synchronization with Exchange 2003 or 2007 mobile devices.Tip
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Adjust your firewall to avoid Exchange 2007 Direct Push failures
Read how Direct Push works with Exchange Server 2007 and how to adjust firewall session timeout periods to avoid mobile device connection failures.Tip
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OWA stops working from external network connection
When Outlook Web Access users have trouble accessing OWA from an external network connection, follow this troubleshooting advice from our expert.Ask the Expert
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Enhance OWA logon security using Microsoft ISA Server
Learn how to enhance Outlook Web Access logon security using Microsoft ISA Server to prevent users from accessing other users' Exchange 2003 mailboxes..Ask the Expert
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Firewall problems with Exchange Server 2007 email attachments
Exchange Server 2007 can experience problems sending email attachments when communicating through certain firewalls and generate a "5.5.2 Invalid data in message" error.Tip
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Four reasons why Outlook passwords are not being saved
There are several potential reasons why your users’ Outlook passwords for Exchange are not being stored. Our expert examines the top four and their fixes.Answer
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again.Tip
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Exposing SMTP and IMAP’s security vulnerabilities in Exchange Server
Even though SMTP and IMAP have built-in features to protect Exchange’s external mail transmissions, both protocols are still susceptible to security vulnerabilities. See how easily both can be compromised.Tip
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Analyzing Exchange Server security risks and vulnerabilities
Knowing which security risks and threats can harm your Exchange Server environment is great, but having a plan in place to combat them is even better.Podcast
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Exchange user doesn't have to enter a password when logging on
If an Exchange user doesn't need to enter a password when logging on, is it a problem? Learn the difference between implicit and explicit logon behavior.Ask the Expert
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Lock down direct file access and protect OWA users
Built-in OWA security features may not be enough to secure direct file access. If you can't disable the feature, what's the next best security measure?Tutorial
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Configure a POP3 connector to receive external email on SBS 2003
Find out how to configure your POP3 connector and external email server to receive email on Windows Small Business Server (SBS) 2003 with Exchange 2003.Ask the Expert
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Manage user rights and access to Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailboxes
Configure Exchange System Manager settings to limit Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailbox access on Exchange 2003 so users must enter a username and password.Ask the Expert
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Unsecured devices worry IT professionals
IT admins keep working to make networks secure even as more unsecured personal gadgets, like smart phones and BlackBerrys, find their way into companies.Article | Tue Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2006
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Protecting Outlook Web Access from keystroke loggers
Outlook Web Access is extremely vulnerable to keystroke loggers. This tip discusses the various methods available for protecting OWA against keystroke loggers, as well as their pros and cons. It then explores more secure alternatives to OWA that still allow remote users access to their Exchange Server mailboxes.Tip
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All Outlook 2010 Trust Center settings are not created equal
The Outlook 2010 Trust Center offers plenty of security settings to administrators. That doesn’t mean they’re all important though.Tip
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Exchange 2010 role based access control explained
Exchange 2010’s new permissions model, role based access control, is helpful but can be daunting due to the number of roles and groups available. Start with the basics in this tip.Feature
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Role group management commands for Exchange Server 2010
Role group management has changed in Exchange Server 2010. Take a look at which EMS commands you'll need to use to create role groups, add and remove members and more.Tip
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Why it pays to know Exchange Server 2007 administrative controls
Step up your knowledge of Exchange Server 2007 administrative roles before diving into Microsoft's new Exchange Server 2010 administrative model and groups.Tip
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Exchange users receiving email addressed to legacy users
Find out the best way to prevent email addressed to Exchange legacy users from flooding your inbox.Ask the Expert
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Why you should secure Exchange 2007 using administrative policies
When securing Exchange Server 2007, administrators should look beyond internal security options to administrative policies. These policies dictate how to configure and run the Exchange organization. Typically, administrative policies vary from company to company because everyone has different needs. Although Microsoft doesn't have any official guidelines for Exchange Server administrative best practices, here are some rules that can benefit most companies.Tip
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Restrict access to Outlook Web Access via Exchange System Manager
Learn how to configure Exchange System Manager (ESM) to restrict certain users from accessing Outlook Web Access (OWA), without limiting users' LAN access.Ask the Expert
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Editing Exchange Server public folder permissions
Find out how to edit permissions on Microsoft Exchange Server public folders using Exchange System Manager (ESM).Ask the Expert
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Can't delete old Microsoft Outlook public folders
Without proper Exchange Server permissions, an administrator is unable to delete old Microsoft Outlook public folders. Here's a workaround.Ask the Expert
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Why can't I grant users permissions to an Exchange public folder?
Exchange Server public folder permissions can be complex. Get troubleshooting advice on delegating permissions to Exchange Server public folders here.Ask the Expert
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All Outlook 2010 Trust Center settings are not created equal
The Outlook 2010 Trust Center offers plenty of security settings to administrators. That doesn’t mean they’re all important though.Tip
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Custom email filtering with Forefront Protection 2010 for Exchange
ForeFront Protection 2010 for Exchange helps keep spam and viruses at bay. But did you know you can also use its custom email filters to enforce corporate email policies?Tip
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Protecting Outlook 2010 with group policy security settings
Your Exchange servers may be secure, but neglecting to protect Outlook 2010 puts your company at risk. Learn some group policy security settings that prevent security disasters.Tip
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An overview of Forefront Protection 2010 for Exchange Server
Take a deep dive into Forefront Protection 2010 for Exchange Server and see how it helps defend Exchange 2010 from spam and malware attacks in multiple types of environments.Tip
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again.Tip
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Information Rights Management protection in Exchange 2010 SP1
Nearly all organizations send and receive sensitive information via email. And although they exist, corporate policies alone won’t protect you. Enter Information Rights Management.Tip
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Securing Exchange Server communications via SMTP and IMAP
IMAP and SMTP have built-in security features to protect Exchange Server's external mail transmissions. Do these legacy protocols offer enough protection?Tip
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Built-in security tools help defend Exchange Server 2010
Exchange 2010 includes more built-in security tools than previous server versions. This tip examines some common vulnerabilities and which native tools protect against them.Tip
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Analyzing Exchange Server security risks and vulnerabilities
Knowing which security risks and threats can harm your Exchange Server environment is great, but having a plan in place to combat them is even better.Podcast
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Solidify your Exchange Server security incident response plan
One of your duties as an Exchange administrator is to create and follow an incident response plan. Here's why it's important to prepare for a security breach in your Exchange Server organization.Tip
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Is NTLM a smart way to authenticate to Exchange Server 2010?
Microsoft discontinued support for NTLM in Exchange 2010 RTM, then reinstated it in Exchange 2010 SP1. But is it a good way to authenticate to Exchange?Answer
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Vouch by Reference (VBR)
Vouch By Reference (VBR) is a protocol for adding third-party certification to email. The first part of the protocol requires the sender to add information to their email header by creating a field called VBR-Info.Definition
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Lock down direct file access and protect OWA users
Built-in OWA security features may not be enough to secure direct file access. If you can't disable the feature, what's the next best security measure?Tutorial
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Obtaining and verifying SSL certificates in Exchange Server
Many security features in Exchange Server rely on SSL. Obtaining trusted certificates can tighten security and boost performance for SSL-based applications, including OWA and Exchange mobile devices.Tip
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Top 5 Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008
Based on your views, here are the top five Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008. Discover how to customize an OWA authentication logon, fix message size limits, repair damaged virtual directories and more with this collection of top tips.The Year in Review
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Manage user rights and access to Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailboxes
Configure Exchange System Manager settings to limit Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailbox access on Exchange 2003 so users must enter a username and password.Ask the Expert
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Create a secure Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) redirect page
Incorrectly typing the URL for your Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) page will result in an error message. Because users may mistakenly type HTTP instead of HTTPS to access OWA, you can easily create an OWA redirect page that doesn't sacrifice secure sockets layer (SSL) security. This tip explains the steps to create your own secure OWA redirect page so that users can still access an SSL-enabled OWA website, even after typing HTTP.Tip
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Why does a security alert pop up when accessing Outlook Web Access?
Find out how to prevent security alerts when users access Outlook Web Access (OWA) from Internet Explorer.Ask the Expert
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OWA won't load after applying Exchange 2007 SP1 security patch
Microsoft's security patch, Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 SP1, can break the Client Access server. When this occurs, logging into Outlook Web Access (OWA) returns a blank screen. Find out how to fix this OWA issue and also how to avoid future patching problems.Tip
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Minimize remote and mobile Outlook Web Access (OWA) security risks
Get tips on securing Outlook Web Access (OWA) for mobile users such as setting up a dedicated virtual OS and creating strict group policies to lock down IE.Tip
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VPN setup requirements for Microsoft Exchange Server
Before setting up a virtual private network (VPN) to connect remote users to Microsoft Exchange Server, find out what VPN hardware and software is needed.Step-by-Step Guide
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Sober strike set for January
VeriSign's iDefense group has spotted what could be a new Sober variant set to strike early next year. While the warning may thwart the attack, it's clear that mass-mailer worms aren't going away quietly.Article | Tue Dec 13 00:00:00 EST 2005
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Forcing Outlook to use local vs. domain credentials
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How to set up a VPN for Windows XP Professional
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Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN
A VPN is extremely useful to an organization with a lot of remote users, but it can be somewhat complicated to set up. This guide will walk you step-by-step through the process.Tip
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Step 6: Create a remote access policy
Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN, part 6Article | Sun Mar 20 00:00:00 EST 2005
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Step 1: Setup requirements
Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN, part 1Article | Sun Mar 20 00:00:00 EST 2005
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Step 3: Create an enterprise certificate authority
Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN, part 3Article | Sun Mar 20 00:00:00 EST 2005
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Step 7: Configure the VPN server
Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN, part 7Article | Sun Mar 20 00:00:00 EST 2005
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Step 8: Associate the VPN server with the DHCP server
Step-by-Step Guide: How to set up a VPN, part 8Article | Sun Mar 20 00:00:00 EST 2005
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