Now fully updated and revised, this official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT delivers the in-depth information and tools you need to help protect your Windows-based clients, servers, networks, and Internet services. Security experts Ben Smith and Brian Komar, working in conjunction with the Microsoft Security Team, explain how core Windows security internals work and how to assess security threats and vulnerabilities, configure security features, monitor and respond to security events, and effectively apply security technologies and best practices. You'll find new information on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1, Windows XP Service Pack 2, and Microsoft Office 2003 Editions. And you'll get essential tools, scripts, templates, and other key resources on the CD. Get in-depth guidance on how to: Build security considerations into the design of Active Directory objects, domains, and forests; manage user accounts and passwords; apply Group Policy NEW--Utilize the Security Configuration Wizard and Windows Update Services Configure TCP/IP and the Windows Firewall, and address the unique security risks of mobile computing and wireless networking Define security settings for domain controllers, IIS 5.0 and 6.0, Windows Terminal Services, and DNS, DHCP, WINS, RAS, and certificate servers NEW--Design an 802.1x authentication infrastructure NEW--Implement the security advances in Microsoft Office 2003 Editions, IIS 6.0, and the latest service packs Perform security assessments and respond to security incidents Manage security and privacy settings for Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer CD features: 20+ tools and scripts, including: Placeholder script Xcacls.vbs--to script file and folder permissions EventcombMT.exe--to collect and search event logs from multiple computers through a GUI Microsoft Encyclopedia of Networking, Second Edition, eBook Microsoft Encyclopedia of Security eBook Bonus content from additional Microsoft Press security books eBook of the complete RESOURCE KIT For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

In-depth and comprehensive, this official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT delivers the information you need to plan, deploy, and administer Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server 2008 R2. You get authoritative technical guidance from those who know the technology best-leading industry experts and members of the Microsoft Desktop Virtualization Team. Coverage includes scenarios for Remote Desktop Services (formerly known as Terminal Services), virtualizing roles, setting up Remote Desktop Virtualization Host (RDVS), managing application compatibility, customizing and locking down the user experience, using Windows PowerShell for configuration and management, administering security features, deploying a farm, publishing resources, managing sessions, and other life cycle issues. In addition, the RESOURCE KIT CD features a fully searchable electronic version of the book, along with sample scripts, white papers, links to tools and videocasts, and other essential resources. For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

Get the in-depth information you need to use Group Policy to administer Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista—direct from a leading Group Policy MVP and the Microsoft Group Policy team. With Group Policy and Active Directory directory service, administrators can take advantage of policy-based management to streamline the administration of users and computers throughout the enterprise—from servers running Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server, to workstations running Windows Vista, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000 Professional. This essential resource provides in-depth technical information and expert insights for simplifying and automating administrative tasks, including policy enforcement, system updates, and software installations, as well as how to centralize the management of network resources. The CD provides essential utilities, job aids, and more. It’s everything you need to help increase your efficiency while bolstering user productivity, security services, and system reliability. For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

In-depth and comprehensive, this official RESOURCE KIT delivers the information you need to administer Windows 7 in the enterprise. You get authoritative technical guidance from those who know the technology best—Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and the Windows 7 Team—along with hundreds of scripts and other essential resources on CD. Get expert guidance on how to: Apply best practices for using Microsoft Deployment Toolk Plan user-state migration; test application compatibility; manage update Manage Group Policy Objects using Windows PowerShell Administer Windows Firewall and Windows BitLocker Implement Ipsec, IPv6, wireless, and VPN connectivity Install and configure printers, devices, and services Manage disks, file systems, storage, and data security Administer search and indexing with Group Policy Diagnose and resolve startup, hardware, and networking issue CD FEATURES: Nearly 200 Windows PowerShell scripts created specifically for this book—customize to administer your environment Windows 7 Resource Kit PowerShell Pack—700 cmdlets and functions to extend Windows in-box functionality Links to author Web sites Sample chapters from Microsoft Press books Fully searchable eBook For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

In-depth, comprehensive, and fully updated for Service Pack 1, this RESOURCE KIT delivers the information you need to administer Windows Vista. You get authoritative technical guidance from those who know the technology best--Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals and the Windows Vista team--along with essential scripts and resources on the CD. Get expert guidance on how to: Use Microsoft Deployment Toolkit best practices and tools Plan user-state migration and test application compatibility Exploit new Group Policy features, settings, and ADMX templates Configure software updates and client-security technologies Administer disks, file systems, file sharing, search, and Internet Explorer Install and troubleshoot printers, devices, and services Manage IPsec, IPv6, wireless, and remote connectivity Use performance monitoring and diagnostic tools to manage desktop health Resolve common startup, hardware, and networking issues CD features: 120+ sample VBScript scripts 25 sample Windows PowerShell scripts Troubleshooting tools Links to toolkits, documentation, and white papers Complete eBook of INTRODUCING WINDOW SERVER 2008 Sample chapters from related Microsoft Press books Fully searchable eBook of this guide Plus: * See "Direct from the Source" sidebars for deep insights and troubleshooting tips from the Windows Vista team For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

"In this book you will get comprehensive guidance straight from the Microsoft Windows team. Topics covered are: plan, test and automate your deployment ; centrally manage users and network resources with Group Policy and IntelliMirror technologies ; exploit enhancements in disk, file system and device management capabilities ; manage authentication, authorization, access control and EFS ; connect clients to Windows-based networks ; configure TCP/IP, IP addressing and name resolution services ; implement Remote Desktop, remote access and mobile uers support features ; and much more." - back cover.

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Get the definitive reference for deploying, managing, and supporting Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.0. This official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT provides comprehensive information and resources from Microsoft IIS Team experts who know the technology best. IIS, a service within the Windows Server 2008 operating system, enables users to easily host and manage Web sites, create Web-based business applications, and extend file, print, media, and communication services to the Web. This RESOURCE KIT provides everything you need to know about IIS architecture, migrating servers and applications, capacity planning, performance monitoring, security features, top administration and troubleshooting scenarios, and IIS best practices. You also get an essential toolkit of resources on CD, including scripts, job aids, and a fully searchable eBook. For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.

The authoritative technical guide required by system administrators and other MIS professionals responsible for the care and feeding of Microsoft Windows 98 within their organizations, this reference offers the most complete source of professional-level information on the new version available anywhere.

In-depth and comprehensive, this official RESOURCE KIT delivers the information you need to plan, implement, and manage a virtualized enterprise infrastructure. Covers R2 features. You get authoritative technical guidance from those who know the technology best--leading industry experts and the Windows Virtualization Team--along with sample scripts, job aids, and other essential resources. Get expert advice on how to: Manage the project visioning phase--scope, risks, budget Design Hyper-V server infrastructure and components Apply the steps and tools that streamline installation Configure single or multiple Hyper-V servers Plan a server workload consolidation strategy Use console-based tools to manage central and remote operations Minimize downtime when migrating from Microsoft Virtual Server to Hyper-V Apply security best practices Implement business continuity and recovery plans Monitor health and tune performance CD features: Library of Windows PowerShell scripts for automating Hyper-V management tasks Understanding Microsoft Virtualization Solutions From Desktop to Datacenter eBook Job aids and links to useful virtualization-related resources and tools Fully searchable eBook of this guide A Note Regarding the CD or DVD For customers who purchase an ebook version of this title, instructions for downloading the CD files can be found in the ebook.