This book offers an advance look at Windows NT 5.0 system deployment issues--with unique information delivered in cooperation with Microsoft. The information will help IT implementers understand Windows NT Workstation capabilities in relation to the Windows NT 5.0 network operating system and in comparison with Windows 98.

-- Not only explains the new features of Windows .NET Server 2003, but also provides continued support for Windows 2000 administration.-- Covers changes in security, Active Directory, Microsoft Management Console, and integration with the .NET Framework, among many others changes.Windows .NET Server 2003 is the first Microsoft product that is innately affected by the company's recent Trustworthy Computing initiative. If this is successful, this will be the most stable, reliable, and dependable server OS that Microsoft has ever released. It will also feature an integrated environment with the .NET Framework and the Common Language Runtime. The Ultimate Windows .NET Server 2003 System Administrator's Guide is an essential resource for planning, deploying, and administering a Windows .NET enterprise system. The authors draw on years of experience designing and administering Windows NT and UNIX systems in order to guide you through the varied tasks involved in real-world system administration. There are detailed discussions of key Windows .NET Server administrative functions, and descriptions of many advanced tools and optional components. In addition the authors have included a comprehensive and convenient command reference.

Eliminate the hassles of Active Directory - install Windows 2000 without it! Windows 2000 is undoubtedly a great product. In one year after its release, Microsoft have sold have sold 10 million licenses. System administrators are praising its impressive abilities to coordinate Internet, intranet, extranets, and management applications creating a complete technical infrastructure. However, there has been a noticeable amount of organizations that are avoiding one of the most talked about features of Windows 2000 - Active Directory. The industry buzz is that Active Directory (although a great product) is a burden to implement and install and is not compatible with non Windows products like Solaris, NetWare and Linux. Configuring Windows 2000 WITHOUT Active Directory is a complete guide to installation and configuration of Windows 2000 (without Active Directory) for system administrators and network consultants. This book details not only the new features and functions of Windows 2000 but also how to integrate several features with existing Windows NT4 domains. The book does not cover the Active Directory function of Windows 2000. - There is nothing like this book available, yet every Windows 2000 mail list, magazine and online forum shouts for his sort of coverage!

Authoritative, one-stop coverage for users of Windows 2000 Professional is delivered directly from Microsoft's publishing division. Information useful to all users is presented in a easy-to-use format that includes lots of screen illustrations and call-outs, step-by-step instructions, at-a-glance references, and extensive indexing.

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Covers installation, configuration, Registry manipulation, network management, Active Directory, and security.

Provides in-depth, element-rich, Microsoft-approved coverage of all technical exam objectives. The guide emphasizes extensive use of hands-on exercises, lots of illustrations and screenshots, and an exhaustive chapter review. The CD contains a single interface with links to all components and many other helpful study aids.

Focusing on the needs of the technical professional who is responsible for a series of Windows NT and Windows 2000 systems, The Windows 2000 Professional Handbook is designed to be both a handy desk reference in addition to a textbook for MCSE courses. This book provides readers with insights into how Microsoft's latest enterprise-based operating system solves the connectivity challenges with hands-on examples and cases that arise in organizations running multiple operating systems.

Showcases the operating system's most recent upgrade, covering Web integration, Plug and Play, Internet Connection Wizard, and other tips for maximizing Windows 2000 Professional