Windows Task Scheduler is an underappreciated powerhouse that can automate more processes than most people ever realize — no third-party nonsense required. It's a smart and oddly satisfying solution ...

In my own organization, I take a multi-tier approach to data protection. Like so many other organizations, I use a continuous data protection solution as my primary backup. However, I like to hedge my ...

Performing regular and periodic maintenance is key to keeping your PC running in tip-top shape. It takes discipline to remember to do it, but fear not, forgetful desk jockeys: You can automate many ...

One of the best parts of owning a PC isn’t downloading videos, sending email, or playing games. If you ask me, the best tool for your computer is automation. Get it to do some of the mundane things ...

In Windows XP the Task Scheduler was easy to deal with. Anyone could look at it (Control Panel -> Scheduled Tasks) and easily understand which tasks were scheduled and when they ran. Windows 7 ...