Windows Server 2008 For Dummies [NOOK Book]

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Windows Server 2008 administration explained in plain English

Take advantage of enhanced features, functions, and capabilities

If you're curious — but hesitant — to start using Microsoft's newest enterprise operating system, then this is the book for you! Within this friendly reference, you'll find everything you need to know about Windows Server 2008. From installation and ...

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Windows Server 2008 For Dummies

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Overview

Windows Server 2008 administration explained in plain English

Take advantage of enhanced features, functions, and capabilities

If you're curious — but hesitant — to start using Microsoft's newest enterprise operating system, then this is the book for you! Within this friendly reference, you'll find everything you need to know about Windows Server 2008. From installation and deployment to building and running a Windows Server 2008–based network, you'll gain the knowledge you need to use Windows Server 2008 immediately.

Discover how to:

  • Install and configure Windows Server 2008
  • Manage users and groups
  • Secure your network
  • Troubleshoot problems
  • Plan for and install Active Directory
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781118052075
  • Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 2/2/2011
  • Series: For Dummies Series
  • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
  • Format: eBook
  • Edition number: 1
  • Pages: 412
  • Sales rank: 488,315
  • File size: 14 MB
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Meet the Author

Ed Tittel is an increasingly grizzled, if not wizened, veteran of the publishing game, with over a thousand magazine articles and more than 140 books to his credit. Ed has worked on numerous For Dummies books, including HTML 4 For Dummies, 5th Edition (with Mary Burmeister) and XML For Dummies, 4th Edition (with Lucinda Dykes), as well as books on many other topics. Ed runs a small professional IT practice in Round Rock, TX, that specializes in network-oriented training, writing, and consulting. When Ed’s not busy writing, he likes to spend time with his wife, Dina, and son, Gregory. He also likes to shoot pool, cook, and read sci-fi. You can reach Ed by e-mail at etittel@yahoo.com or through his Web page at www.edtittel.com.

Justin Korelc has been working with computers and technology for over 15 years. Justin is an independent consultant working as a writer and trainer. His work focuses on security, Windows and Linux operating systems, and PC hardware. Justin has coauthored several books on media PCs, including Build the Ultimate Home Theater PC (an ExtremeTech BuildIt Guide) and Hacking MythTV (an ExtremeTech title). He has developed online training materials on information security, PC tune-ups, file transfer technologies, and more. Justin’s computer knowledge is self-taught and based on nearly 20 years of hands-on experience. He spends his spare time practicing the fine art of bricolage, playing with computers, and improving his culinary skills. You can reach Justin by e-mail at jusphikor@yahoo.com.

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Table of Contents

Introduction.

Part I: Servers at Your Service.

Chapter 1: Making Windows Server 2008 Serve You.

Chapter 2: Server Networking Principles.

Chapter 3: Building Your Network.

Chapter 4: Hooking Up Your Network.

Part II: Servers, Start Your Engines.

Chapter 5: Ready, Set, Install!

Chapter 6: Configuring Connections to the Universe.

Chapter 7: Doing the Directory Thing.

Chapter 8: Working with Active Directory, Domains, and Trusts.

Chapter 9: Printing on the Network.

Chapter 10: IP Addressing: Zero to Insane in Two Seconds Flat.

Part III: Running Your Network.

Chapter 11: Managing Users with Active Directory Users and Computers.

Chapter 12: Managing Shares, Permissions, and More.

Chapter 13: Preparing for That Rainy Day.

Chapter 14: Network Security Management.

Part IV: Serve It Yourself.

Chapter 15: How to Be a DIY Guru.

Chapter 16: Servers the Intel Way.

Chapter 17: Servers the AMD Way.

Chapter 18: Taking Care of Your Own Issues.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Installation and Configuration.

Chapter 20: Ten Steps to Networking Nirvana with Windows Server 2008.

Part VI: Appendixes.

Appendix A: Server Components and Technologies.

Appendix B: Windows Troubleshooting Resources.

Index.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 20, 2010

    Save your money

    I am over half way through the book and haven't found anything useful yet.
    The book hasn't even started to cover anything useful.

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