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Introduction to scripting in Excel

I have only recently discovered that I could create Excel spreadsheets using VBScript scripts, but I knew I could embed tabs into my output and import tab-delimited files into Excel....

Scripting Excel Part 1

Over the years, I’ve written numerous VBScript scripts that used Excel for different purposes. I’ve found myself searching for segments of code from previously written scripts to reuse in my...

Practical Scripting Part 1: The Basics

Being able to automate daily administration tasks using scripts can make the life of an admin a lot easier. But why learn to script? Aren't there hundreds of scripts you...

Practical Scripting Part 2: Cleaning Up

Last month I began a new series of articles here on WindowsNetworking.com intended to demonstrate how to manage different aspects of Windows networks using scripts. The first article introduced some...

Managing Windows Networks Using Scripts - Part 1: The Basics

Being able to automate daily administration tasks using scripts can make the life of an admin a lot easier. But why learn to script? Aren't there hundreds of scripts you...

Managing Windows Networks Using Scripts - Part 2: Cleaning Up

The first article introduced some basic scripting concepts like objects, methods, and properties, and the goal of the article was to write a simple script that changed the IP address...

Automatic script to delete old files

In many organizations, users are given access to network drives on a file or print server on which they can store documents. but many users create folders and files...

A Startup Script that Ensures Government's File Compliance

As any contractor who has worked within the public sector will know, Government Departments establish strict security guidelines and standards that all agencies must follow in their networks. Many of...

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"intelligent keys."...I dont think so!

Written by David Noel-Davies
Tuesday, 29 May 2007
Nissan North America has a warning for customers: placing your electronic key too close to your cell phone could leave you stranded. The automaker is asking customers driving new models of two of its flagship sedans to keep their car keys and cell phones at least an inch apart to avoid disabling the "intelligent keys." Cell phones kept near Nissan's I-Keys--wireless devices designed to allow drivers to enter and start their cars at the push of a button--can erase the electronic code on the keys, rendering them unable to unlock or start the cars.
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Event ID

Written by David Noel-Davies
Monday, 28 May 2007
The Windows Event ID database contains: 9,022 event IDs 448 event sources 14,307 comments 3,089 contributors 1,406 submitted events or comments pending validation. EventID.Net has been initiated by Altair Technologies Ltd in February 2001 and since then, there were 36,219,771 queries performed against the database. Currently there are 740 users connected.
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 29 May 2007 )
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quick primer on the basics of IT governance

Written by David Noel-Davies
Monday, 28 May 2007
From relative obscurity a few years ago, several factors have come together to make the concept of formal IT governance a good idea for virtually every company, both public and private. Key motivators include the need to comply with a growing list of regulations related to financial and technological accountability, and pressure from shareholders and customers. Here’s a quick primer on the basics of IT governance:
Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 June 2007 )
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