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Windows Server 2016 Test Drive: We’re Fully Compatible

Windows Server 2016 was quietly released on October 12th. This new operating system extends Microsoft’s reach into modern cloud technologies (with Nano Server and Docker) and introduces a host of under-the-hood improvements in security, networking and automation. This Technet article … Continue reading

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How do I Move my AlwaysUp/Windows Services to a New Server?

To transfer your AlwaysUp Windows Services to a new computer, please follow this 4-step process: 1. Export your AlwaysUp Application(s) from your Existing Server If you don’t want to move any applications/services from your old server, go straight to step … Continue reading

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Why does my Application have Trouble Reading the Registry?

The Problem Tod Daniels of d’innovative reported a strange problem. His JScript file (run with Microsoft’s CSCRIPT.EXE) started fine from his desktop but failed when run as a windows service with AlwaysUp. By troubleshooting the situation from the command line, … Continue reading

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Why does my VirtualBox VM say “Powered Off” when it’s running as a Service with AlwaysUp?

We’re big fans of Oracle’s VirtualBox software. It’s powerful and free, and it enables our small company to efficiently test and validate our software on various versions of Windows without having to invest in costly, dedicated hardware. However, we noticed … Continue reading

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Dropbox Windows Service spiking your CPU? Check your Antivirus Settings!

Customer Theodore Bogucki recently reported strange behavior when running Dropbox as a windows service with AlwaysUp:   If I run Dropbox as a normal application, the CPU will run at about 10%. Following the directions to set up Dropbox in AlwaysUp … Continue reading

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