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May 13

Assign default groups to a site

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 13/05/2012 6:22 PM

Category: SharePoint; Odds

Just another quick post about how to assign default security groups to a site, after it has been created.

In WSSv3, this was done by going to the security settings and following the menus, unfortunately with SP2010, this was removed.

However the file still exists on the file system, so we can still go to it directly, the URL is: /_layouts/permsetup.aspx

Can this please be put back into SharePoint vNext please!

-DB

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May 11

Convert Classics to Claims

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 11/05/2012 4:32 PM

Category: Odds; SharePoint; Powershell

Just a quick update today…

Ever needed to convert a Web Application from Classic to Claims mode?

Here is a little PowerShell script to do just that:

   1:  $app = Get-SPWebApplication "http://URL"

   2:  $app.UseClaimsAuthentication = "True"

   3:  $app.Update()

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April 17

Windows Azure Media Services Announced

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 17/04/2012 12:36 PM

Category: NBN; Azure

“Today we are announcing Windows Azure Media Services, a new collection of services coming soon to Windows Azure. Windows Azure Media Services simplifies the creation, management, and delivery of media to almost any device including Microsoft Xbox, Windows Phone handsets and Windows PCs, as well as non-Microsoft platforms such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, MacOS, iOS, and Android….”

This is an interest spin when combined with NBNco as well!

-DB

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April 12

Desktop to Cloud event in Sydney!

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 12/04/2012 7:23 PM

Category: Events

Just a quick post to help Robert Crane in Sydney out with his Desktop to Cloud event!

“Just wanting to let people know about an event I am running in May with the support of Microsoft and others. It is called Desktop to Cloud (www.desktoptocloud.com.au) and will be help at North Ryde RSL Club in Sydney on Saturday the 19th of May. It has 2 tracks one for consumers and one for IT Pros.”

Overview

To provide attendees with information on the latest onsite and cloud based solutions. The event will be open to everyone and will consist of 2 tracks:

a. Consumer

b. IT Professional

Each track would have a total of 4 sessions throughout the day.

Session content

The Consumer track will focus on technologies such as Windows 8 and the desktop and mobile experience aswell as Cloud options such as Windows Live, Skydrive, etc.

The IT Professional track will focus more on the technical details around Office 365, hybrid deployments, Small Business Server 2011 Essentials and Windows InTune.

Speakers

- Mark O'Shea, 20 year Microsoft veteran

- Ishai Sagi, SharePoint MVP
Blog: www.sharepoint-tips.com Work: www.exd.com.au

- Robert Crane, Office 365 MVP

More to be announce soon.

Sponsors

Gold = Microsoft

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April 12

[ASPUG] Adelaide SharePoint User Group April 2012 newsletter

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 12/04/2012 1:27 PM

Category: Events; Adelaide SharePoint User Group; SharePoint; Adelaide, SA, AU

Greetings and Salutations,

What a month it has been, March was certainly jammed packed with SharePoint and here we are already in April!

This month’s Adelaide SharePoint User Group meeting will see Jeremy Thake presenting over the internet on “Killer scenarios for SharePoint 2010 and Azure”. Jeremy has presented this at both the Australian and New Zealand SharePoint Conference.

We’ll see you on Tuesday, the 17^th of April at Microsoft new location at Level 12, 147 Pirie Street, Adelaide. (map). You can register to attend this month’s festivities by clicking here.

The Australian SharePoint Conference

Australian SharePoint Conference 2012 Presentations have been made available for download at: http://www.sharepointconference.com.au/2012/SitePages/Presentations.aspx, they are adding presentations as they receive them from the speakers to this library, so keep checking back if the one you want isn't there yet.

Next year’s conference dates will be set within the next few weeks, but keep your eyes open for a repeat event in Melbourne and Auckland next year, with a 3^rd event in Sydney next year. It is likely to be in in the April/May timeframe.

Keep an eye on the blog – http://blog.sharepointconference.com.au for updates both on the event, and other relevant news.

Local Events

SharePoint Saturday Adelaide

SharePoint Saturday Adelaide will be taking place on the 20^th of June 2012.

Join SharePoint architects, developers, and other professionals that work with Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 for ‘SharePoint Saturday’ event. SharePoint Saturday is an educational, informative & lively day filled with sessions from respected SharePoint professionals & MVPs, covering a wide variety of SharePoint-orientated topics. SharePoint Saturday is FREE, open to the public and is your local chance to immerse yourself in SharePoint!

SQL Saturday Adelaide

This month will also see SQL Saturday Adelaide take place on April 24^th, 2012. For more details, please see http://sqlsaturday.com/139/eventhome.aspx or contact Rob Farley. Like SharePoint Saturday these events are free to attend!

National Events

SharePoint Saturday around Australia

Also announced at the conference, was the schedule for SharePoint Saturdays around the country. The schedule is:

· Perth – 21/4/2012

· Brisbane – 19/5/2012

· Adelaide – 30/6/2012

· Melbourne – 4/7/2012

· Canberra – 22/9/2012

· Sydney – 27/10/2012

The website is http://www.sharepointsaturday.org, details to be published shortly.

SAGE-AU Conference 2012

The 20^th Annual System Administrators Guild Conference is also on this year in Cains between the 2^nd and the 4^th of October 2012 at the Hilton. See www.sage-au.org.au for more details.

Microsoft TechEd 2012

Microsoft TechEd is on this year on the Gold Coast on 11^th to the 14^th of September 2012! Pre-Registration is now open at http://australia.msteched.com

International Events

Microsoft SharePoint Conference 2012

That’s right, the official Microsoft SharePoint Conference 2012 will be taking place between the 12-15^th of November in Las Vagas this year, it’s still a little while off, but sign up for the newsletter and get the details at : http://www.mssharepointconference.com

See you at this month’s user group meeting on Tuesday the 17^th of April!

April 2012 Meeting Information

This month will see Jeremy Thake present on the topic “Killer scenarios for SharePoint 2010 and Azure”.

If you plan to attend the festivities, can you please ensure to reserve your place by clicking here. This will help with catering and ensures everyone gets enough to eat.

When & Where:

· When: Tuesday, 17^th of April

· Where: Microsoft, Level 12, 147 Pirie Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 (map)

· Door Prize: TBA

Agenda:

The agenda for this month’s activities are:

· 4:00PM – Arrive, Relax and Network

· 4:20PM – Welcome, Introductions, Recap of AUSPC! – Daniel Brown

· 4:30PM – Killer scenarios for SharePoint 2010 and Azure – Jeremy Thake

So you’ve been drinking the kool-aid on “the cloud” and have seen the buzz from Microsoft on both Office 365 and Azure in the last year. You may have even seen Steve Fox or Paul Stubbs, from Microsoft, content that has been published on the Internet of late focusing on leveraging Azure.

In this session, Jeremy Thake will discuss where SharePoint and Azure makes sense. He will show you how to get started in your development environment and the bear traps to look out for. Some key scenarios will be demonstrated and the code walked through. Both SharePoint 2010 on-premise and SharePoint 2010 online scenarios will be demonstrated leveraging BCS, SQL Azure, Azure Service Bus and lots more.

· 5:20PM –SharePoint Forum, Questions & Door Prize

Your chance to provide feedback direct to the SharePoint team in Redmond @ Microsoft!

· 5:30 PM(ish) –Meeting Close and move to the Griffins Head for SharePint

If you plan to attend the festivities, can you please ensure to reserve your place by clicking here. This will help with catering and ensures everyone gets enough to eat.

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March 30

20th System Administrators Guild of Australia Conference!

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 30/03/2012 10:01 PM

Category: SAGE-AU; Events

This year will see the System Administrators Guild “SAGE-AU” hold its 20th Conference in the Hilton Cairns Hotel, QLD.

Here are a number of reasons why you should attend? - http://conference.sage-au.org.au/conference-details

The National Conference is one of the most cost-effective ways to gain the tools and knowledge needed to meet the changing demands of information technology:

Attendees pay a reasonable amount for intensive education.
Attendees will gain access to world class presenters and relevant and topical sessions that fit into current industry needs
Attendees will garner a tangible, immediate return on your investment.
Attendees will save on education. Conference attendees make professional contacts that they can consult long after the conference ends.
Attendees will have the opportunity to network with hundreds of their peers as well as with the leading technology vendors that are providing a showcase over the two days.
Attendees have direct access to Industry managers. The conference offers an opportunity to talk one-on-one with industry vendors who provide the latest products and services; and
Attendees return to the office with real-time solutions that can be implemented immediately - without wasting countless hours in independent research.

Conference Website: http://conference.sage-au.org.au/

I spoke at the event when it was in Adelaide on SharePoint 2010, was a great event and well worth going!

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March 30

SQL Saturday in Adelaide

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 30/03/2012 7:39 PM

Category: Adelaide, SA, AU; Events; Adelaide SQL Server User Group

Just a quick post to bring your attention to SQL Saturday which is also happening on the 24th of April in Adelaide!

“If you haven't heard from me recently, you really need to email me to get onto the new mailout list (use rob@lobsterpot.com.au for that).

A whole day SQL event is coming to Adelaide, on Tuesday April 24th. It's using the SQL Saturday model, but being held on a Tuesday.

The schedule is being put together now, but numbers are limited so please register soon at:

http://sqlsaturday.com/139/eventhome.aspx

There's a lot more information on there about that, but let me tell you about some of the amazing sessions. Paul White is coming over from New Zealand with a Query Optimizer Deep Dive, in two parts. Paul is one of the most sought-after presenters in the SQL world, and it's a huge treat to have him coming to Adelaide. We also have an excellent presentation from Microsoft, as they show off a Database Consolidation Appliance.

So get registered, and I'll see you there!

Rob Farley

Adelaide SQL Server User Group”

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March 28

[ASPUG] Adelaide SharePoint User Group February 2012 meeting presentation slide deck

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 28/03/2012 7:27 PM

Category: Adelaide SharePoint User Group

Bob Bradley from Unify Solutions, has provide the slides for his Adelaide SharePoint User Group February 2012 meeting,Thank You Bob for the presentation on behalf of the user group.

You can download the slide deck from here.

“Making SharePoint Compliant”

“Have you invested countless hours and $$$ in MOSS workflow automation and audience targeting, only to find that the data your decisions are built on isn’t worth a brass razoo? Have you attempted to solve this problem with the BDC, but been less than satisfied with the results, and ended up with business stakeholders questioning the integrity and timeliness of your data source? Worse still, have you committed to achieving real savings to the company bottom line in process improvement, only to find that data integrity and ownership confusion has torpedoed your project, and with it your chances of funding for all the other improvements it seems only you can see are within reach of the business?”

Original Blog meeting notice is here.

The Adelaide SharePoint User Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Microsoft in Adelaide. Visit www.aspug.org.au for more details!

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March 27

Adelaide SharePoint User Group March 2012 Intro slides

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 27/03/2012 5:19 PM

Category: SharePoint; Adelaide SharePoint User Group

Just a quick update, have just finished with the introduction slide deck at the Adelaide SharePoint User Group.

Link to Presentation

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March 22

Adelaide SharePoint User Group March 2012 Meeting

by ZODIAC\Daniel

on 22/03/2012 10:00 PM

Category: Adelaide SharePoint User Group; SharePoint; Events

What a month with lots happening!

This month’s meeting is happening next week on Tuesday, the 27^th of March at Microsoft (their new location on Pirie Street) and will see Paul Turner return and present “Is Office 365 right for you?”

Australian SharePoint Conference

The 3^rd Annual Australian SharePoint Conference went off with a blast over in Melbourne. It was jammed packed full of sessions, talks, give a ways, people and very interesting conversations all centred on SharePoint. If you have not gone, start thinking about going next year as it is a great event.

This year’s event was the biggest so far, with over 600 attendee’s over 2 days at the conference with both pre and post events happening as well.

With so many at the conference, it was great to see a large number of family local faces at the conference. We also had a local winner of an XBOX at the conference.

User Group Booth

Sticking with tradition, the Australian User Groups had a vendor booth at the conference where people could come up and talk about the User Groups in their own state as well as meet their local representative. Congratulation also goes to John Hancock for winning the XBOX 360.

Thanks to everyone who came up at the User Group Booth and said Hi!

SharePoint Conference New Zealand

I also wish everyone over in New Zealand with the 4^th Annual SharePoint Conference kicking off on March 28 & 29, the best and hope it all goes well.

Tickets are still available! For more details, please visit www.sharepointconference.co.nz

SharePoint Saturday Announced!

Also announced at the conference, was the schedule for SharePoint Saturdays around the country. The schedule is:

· Perth – 21/4/2012

· Brisbane – 19/5/2012

· Adelaide – 30/6/2012

· Melbourne – 4/7/2012

· Canberra – 22/9/2012

· Sydney – 27/10/2012

The website is http://www.sharepointsaturday.org with ore details to come on the site next week.

MS Press Book Discount

Microsoft Press is giving SharePoint User Group members nationwide a X$ discount on any Microsoft Press book, until the 20^th of June 2012, so check out http://www.mspress.com.au/ for any books which peak your interest!

February 2012 Cumulative Updates

We also have the February 2012 Cumulative Updates released which can be found at the links below and as always, Best practice…. Use a testing environment to test patches before pushing them out to your production servers.

· 2007 http://blogs.technet.com/b/stefan_gossner/archive/2012/02/29/february-2012-cu-for-sharepoint-2007-has-been-released.aspx

· 2010 http://blogs.technet.com/b/stefan_gossner/archive/2012/03/07/february-2011-cu-for-sharepoint-2010-has-been-released.aspx

April’s Adelaide SharePoint User Group Meeting

Next month on Tuesday the 17^th of April, we have Jeremy Thake (recently presented at the Australian SharePoint Conference) who will be presenting on “Killer scenarios for SharePoint 2010 and Azure” over the wire, for registration, please click here.

March Meeting Information

This month will see Paul Turner return to the user group and present on the topic of office 265 with “Is Office 365 right for you?”.

If you plan to attend the festivities, can you please ensure to reserve your place by clicking here. This will help with catering and ensures everyone gets enough to eat.

When & Where:

· When: Tuesday, 27^th of March

· Where: Microsoft, Level 12, 147 Pirie Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 (map)

· Door Prize: TBA

o Entry is your evaluation forms and you must be present at the time of the drawing to claim your prize!

Agenda:

The agenda for this month’s activities are:

· 4:00PM – Arrive, Relax and Network

· 4:20PM – Welcome, Introductions, Recap of AUSPC! – Daniel Brown

· 4:30PM – Is Office 365 right for you? – Paul Turner

Look, discuss and learn about 8 key areas for investigation if you want to implement Office 365 and when it is a good fit for your organisation.

· 5:20PM –SharePoint Forum, Questions & Door Prize

Your chance to provide feedback direct to the SharePoint team in Redmond @ Microsoft!

· 5:30 PM(ish) –Meeting Close and move to the Griffins Head for SharePint

If you plan to attend the festivities, can you please ensure to reserve your place by clicking here. This will help with catering and ensures everyone gets enough to eat.

Hope to see you there!

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