Focus: Book consists of 30 sessions that teach the core concepts of Windows .NET Server to Windows Administrators over a weekend. Covers the new features of the Windows .NET Server, including headless servers, Remote Desktop Services (RDS), and performance management. Learn how to implement Windows .NET Server as the base OS for the Microsoft .NET Framework and.NET Enterprise Servers, including SQL Server 2000 and Exchange 2000 Server. Covers Windows .NET Server's improvements to networking, Active Directory, usability, reliability, scalability, disaster recovery, management, and Internet integration as well as Windows basics and architecture; installing the Windows .NET Server; and managing server security. Running example: A running example of a fictitious major international bank is used to demonstrate key concepts. Windows interface tutorial on CD: For readers with no prior Windows experience at all, a Windows interface tutorial will be included as an appendix on the CD that accompanies the book. WCC series features: Each session takes 30 minutes to complete. Four time-to-go icons gauge the reader's progress through any given session. "Quiz Yourself" questions (at the end of each session) and "Part Review" questions allow the reader to review what they have just learned. Skill assessment software on the CD-ROM helps readers gauge their skill level before and after reading this book. ABOUT THE CD-ROM The CD-ROM has skills assessment software based on the sessions in the book and an appendix on the Windows interface.
Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your 70-290 exam! Set up and maintain Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) Use the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC) Intelligently select the appropriate disk storage technology when deciding between basic versus dynamic disks and between MBR versus GPT disks Take advantage of command-line tools such as DSADD, DSGET, DSMOD, DSMOVE, DSQUERY, and DSRM Discover the enhanced functionality of Microsoft Management Console (MMC) 3.0 under the R2 edition of Windows Server 2003 Harness the power of the increased security that Service Pack 1 (SP1) offers, such as the Security Configuration Wizard (SCW) and Access-based Enumeration filtering of network files and folders Perform bulk imports and exports of Active Directory user accounts using the CSVDE and LDIFDE command-line utilities Manage Windows Firewall settings under SP1 and R2 Configure shadow copies of shared folders so that users can easily retrieve previous versions of data files on their own
The definitive guide to scripting for all Windows administrators helps them to simplify their work and make their network more secure. Jones demystifies scripting, showing how VBScript and WMI can help ease repetitive or complex tasks. Based on the author's years of experience teaching and training, the book covers Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows 2003.
Get up to speed on Apache, MySQL, and PHP - in a weekend! The big day is Monday. The day you get to show off what you know about Apache Web server, MySQL database, and PHP scripting. The problem is, you're not really up to speed. Maybe it's been a while since you installed all three of these technologies. Perhaps you've never used Apache, MySQL, and PHP together. Or maybe you just like a challenge. In any event, we've got a solution for you - Apache, MySQL, and PHP Weekend Crash Course. Open the book Friday evening and on Sunday afternoon, after completing 30 fast, focused sessions, you'll be able to dive right in and begin building dynamic, data-driven sites on either Windows or Linux with all three integrated technologies. The Curriculum Friday Evening: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Installing Apache * Installing PHP * Installing MySQL * Apache Basics Saturday Morning: 6 Sessions, 3 Hours * Configuring Apache * Apache Security Concerns * The Basics of MySQL * MySQL Security * Working with Data * Queries Afternoon: 6 Sessions, 3 Hours * Troubleshooting MySQL Commands and Queries * Advanced MySQL Concepts * PHP Basics * Program Flow * PHP Functions Saturday, cont. Evening: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Working with Files * HTML Constructs * Working with Forms * Multiple-User Considerations in PHP Sunday Morning: 6 Sessions, 3 Hours * Good Coding Practices * Debugging and Troubleshooting PHP * MySQL Through PHP * Debugging and Troubleshooting MySQL in PHP * Odds and Ends * Project: Calendar I Afternoon: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Project: Calendar II * Project: Content Publishing I * Project: Content Publishing II * Project: Building an RSS Feed
This exam (70290) is a core requirement for both the MCSA and MCSE Updated to cover the latest exam version, which includes questions on Windows Server 2003 R2 and Windows XP Professional SP2 The CD-ROM features our exclusive WinSim simulation program plus a testing engine, hundreds of sample questions, a PDF of the book, and flashcards
"Scott Schnoll has the amazing ability to present deeply technical information in an easy-to-understand, light-hearted way. This book is a must-read for anyone who is implementing Exchange 2003." --Paul Bowden, lead program manager, Exchange Server Development, Microsoft Corporation "Scott Schnoll''s clear, concise writing style and diverse knowledge makes his Exchange 2003 book readable and valuable to anyone deploying, inheriting, or considering Exchange Server 2003. An excellent, thorough, all-purpose Exchange 2003 book." --William Lefkovics, senior messaging and systems analyst,eEye Digital Security "This is one Exchange Server book that you''ll actually enjoy reading from cover to cover. You won''t want to put it down . . . I didn''t! It''s easy to read, yet it contains all of the essential information that you need to know." Christopher Meirick, co-blogger, MS Exchange Blog: http://www.msexchange.co.uk "Scott Schnoll''s knowledge of Exchange is second to none, and he has the ability to take very technical topics and explain them in a manner that is easy to digest. This book should be in every Exchange administrator''s toolkit." Mark Fugatt, MCT,Exchange MVP "I really enjoyed reading this book. I found it to be extremely informative, especially in covering the new features of Exchange 2003. I have no doubts in recommending this book to those who are serious about Exchange 2003." --Neil Hobson, Exchange MVP, lead messaging consultant,Silversands "Scott has written the essential administrative guide for Exchange 2003 deployment. Not only covering the ''how-to,'' but also truly exploring the ''what-if'' scenarios as well." --Kevin T. Price, deputy chief technical officer, CMS Information Services, Inc. "An essential technical reference containing the critical information necessary for successful administration and deployment of Exchange Server 2003. New features, removed features--this book covers it all." --James V. Walker, consultant "Scott Schnoll''s clear, concise writing style and diverse knowledge make his Exchange 2003 book readable and valuable to anyone deploying, inheriting, or considering Exchange Server 2003. An excellent, thorough, all-purpose Exchange book." --William Lefkovics, Senior Messaging and Systems Analyst, eEye Digital Security Nearly three years in the making, Exchange Server 2003 is the most reliable and secure messaging solution that Microsoft has ever produced. Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Distilled is a practical, hands-on guide designed to bring readers quickly up to speed on the latest changes and enhancements to the leading e-mail server. Drawing on his involvement in Microsoft''s Exchange Server 2003 Joint Development Program, author Scott Schnoll offers the detailed technical information that Exchange administrators need to know. He has a clear and concise style, and focuses on what''s new, what''s improved, and what''s been removed from Exchange Server 2003. Throughout the book Scott illustrates key points with real-world scenarios, and provides best practices drawn from his years of experience working with Exchange. You will find answers to a variety of important questions, such as: What features have been included in Exchange Server 2003 to replace Exchange Server 2000 and 5.5 features? Chapter 3 How do you use Internet Mail Wizard to configure Exchange for Internet messaging? Chapter 4 What does Exchange Server 2003 offer for remote security, and how can you now better block unwanted e-mail? Chapter 6 How do you back up, restore, and recover data using Recovery Storage Groups, Windows Volume Shadow Service, and other features? Chapter 8 How do you use the new Outlook Mobile Access and Exchange ActiveSync features? Chapter 9 What tuning and configuration patterns will work best for your organization? Chapter 10 032124592XB04022004
MCSE Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network (Exam 70-298) Study Guide and DVD Training System is a one-of-a-kind integration of text, DVD-quality instructor led training, and Web-based exam simulation and remediation. This system gives you 100% coverage of the official Microsoft 70-298 exam objectives plus test preparation software for the edge you need to pass the exam on your first try: - DVD Provides a "Virtual Classroom": Get the benefits of instructor led training at a fraction of the cost and hassle - Guaranteed Coverage of All Exam Objectives: If the topic is listed in Microsoft's Exam 70-298 objectives, it is covered here - Fully Integrated Learning: This system includes a study guide, DVD training and Web-based practice exams
"This book covers the planning, design, prototype testing, implementation, administration, and support of Windows 2003 and Active Directory as well as the security aspects of protecting an organization from external and internal attacks. Additionally, this book addresses the design and implementation of DNS, WINS, DHCP, and Global Catalog Servers that make up the backbone of an Active Directory implementation." -- back cover.
Provides the nuts and bolts for installing, configuring, securing, and managing Windows Server 2003. This book covers topics such as patch management, Active Directory replication, network access quarantining, server clustering, and more.
