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there often is a primary administrator who oversees a group of junior administrators. This tip explains the available administrative privileges in Exchange Server 2003 and Exchange Server 2007, and the differing levels of control that each admin role allows.

Exchange Server 2003 administrative roles

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Nov 28, 2007
Sometimes Exchange Server doesn't include the BlackBerry Enterprise Server "BESadmin" account on the correct server. Here's a quick fix for this:

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Nov 15, 2005

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Nov 21, 2005
and most common "add-on" services to machines running Windows Server 2003. Perhaps you're new to Exchange or you're setting up several machines at once and security is on your mind. Use the suggestions and tips in this article as a "quick hits" guide to securing your Exchange services via two avenues: policy-based... More...
Aug 28, 2006

There are potential pitfalls you can run into when moving mobile device user mailboxes from Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2007. Find out how to avoid them and discover a few Exchange Management Shell commands that simplify ActiveSync mailbox policy... More...

Oct 11, 2007
Once upon a time, when Exchange Server administrators needed to stress test Exchange Server to see how well it performed under the load of a given number of MAPI clients (read... More...
Mar 22, 2007

One of the major new differences between Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 and previous Exchange Server versions is a shift to role-based deployments. These server roles define the specific tasks that the server... More...

Apr 5, 2007
spam and security expert, Richard Luckett, offers this Top 10 list of things you should do to make your e-mail clients more secure.

This advice is not only for Exchange administrators, but for end users as well. Pass this checklist along to them so they know how to protect themselves.


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Aug 10, 2005
Traditional Exchange security may have taken a backseat to e-discovery and email retention lately, but that doesn't mean the risks have disappeared. In any given security assessment... More...
Jan 26, 2010
Like almost any other aspect of administering a system, running Exchange Instant Messaging requires a certain amount of security consciousness. Exchange IM (EIM) has its own fair share of security issues to be aware of.

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Jun 26, 2003
Microsoft has made significant advancements in mobile support technology with Exchange ActiveSync. The XML-based protocol synchronizes email, contacts, calendars and tasks between Exchange Server and ActiveSync-compliant mobile... More...
Jul 23, 2010
Microsoft designed Exchange Server 2003 so it can co-exist with Exchange 5.5 if necessary. Unfortunately, the complexity of co-existence and the vast differences between the two... More...
Feb 27, 2005
Securing Exchange Server 2010 is a process that involves making key decisions that can negatively affect access to features and ease of use. Exchange administrators... More...
Jul 16, 2010

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Dec 8, 2005
Even if you're a dedicated Exchange Server administrator, you probably have a lot of other responsibilities. However, you may not have thought about security incident response.

Incident response is the science of responding to security breaches. In the context of Exchange management, it's the process of... More...

Mar 3, 2010

When Microsoft Outlook 2007 users connect to an Exchange 2007 server, they may experience the error: The name of the security certificate is invalid or does not match the name of the site. Fortunately, this... More...

Sep 5, 2007
certification, it's clear that certifications are evolving to meet increasing capabilities and technical demands of mission-critical applications like Exchange Server 2010. Here's what you need to know when considering a formal background in Exchange.

Two levels of Exchange certification

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Sep 17, 2010
An Exchange administrator recently posed the following question to SearchExchange.com resident spam and security expert, Richard Luckett:

"How do I establish... More...

Aug 4, 2005

Configuring an Exchange Server
Adesh Rampat

It doesn't make any difference if you're installing a new Exchange Server or if you're upgrading the one you have. Do it right, and you... More...

When you upgrade to Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, you might feel a bit like a fish out of water; the primary management tool is Exchange System Manager (ESM), rather than the Microsoft... More...
Aug 15, 2005
Backing up Microsoft Exchange Server is essential; however, there are security threats associated with performing remote streaming backups. Because Microsoft has disabled... More...
May 8, 2008

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Mar 16, 2006
Many Exchange Server administrators rely on the Intelligent Message Filter (IMF) as an easy and immediately available first line of defense against spam. IMF isn't... More...
Sep 20, 2006

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May 18, 2006
Mobile devices extend the limits of traditional workspaces, but they also expose the enterprise to increased risks. Leveraging Exchange Server 2007's mobile security tools can protect your enterprise.

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Mar 10, 2010
Microsoft Research
Public Folders in Exchange Server 2010: What You Should Know by Global Knowledge
In the early days of the beta version of what became known as Exchange 2007, the internet was littered with rumors and speculation about the demise of Exchange Public Folders. In this white paper we will examine Exchange...
Messaging Whitepapers
Public Folders in Exchange Server 2010: What You Should Know by Global Knowledge
about the demise of Exchange Public Folders. In this white paper we will examine Exchange Public Folders and consider where they fit in our plans for a messaging infrastructure.

In the early days of the beta version of what became known as Exchange 2007, the internet was...
The Case for Outbound Content Management - An Osterman Research White Paper by EdgeWave
to mitigate the risks of sending sensitive, confidential or inappropriate content out of an organization.

While extraordinarily valuable, email, instant messaging, text messaging, social networking, and other tools pose enormous risk if they are not monitored or managed...
Dell™ PowerEdge™ R720xd: A Study in Datacenter Footprint Reduction for Exchange Server 2010 Deployments by Dell and Microsoft

This white paper examines the newest server enhancements designed to meet the growing messaging requirements of today's users. Learn about their key characteristics and obtain detailed information...