Get the definitive reference for planning and implementing security features in Windows Server 2008—with expert insights from Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and the Windows Server Security Team at Microsoft. This official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT delivers the in-depth, technical information and tools you need to help protect your Windows®–based clients, server roles, networks, and Internet services. Leading security experts explain how to plan and implement comprehensive security with special emphasis on new Windows security tools, security objects, security services, user authentication and access control, network security, application security, Windows Firewall, Active Directory® security, group policy, auditing, and patch management. The kit also provides best practices based on real-world implementations. You also get must-have tools, scripts, templates, and other key job aids, including an eBook of the entire RESOURCE KIT on CD.

Get the definitive reference for planning and implementing security features in Windows Server 2008—with expert insights from Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and the Windows Server Security Team at Microsoft. This official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT delivers the in-depth, technical information and tools you need to help protect your Windows®–based clients, server roles, networks, and Internet services. Leading security experts explain how to plan and implement comprehensive security with special emphasis on new Windows security tools, security objects, security services, user authentication and access control, network security, application security, Windows Firewall, Active Directory® security, group policy, auditing, and patch management. The kit also provides best practices based on real-world implementations. You also get must-have tools, scripts, templates, and other key job aids, including an eBook of the entire RESOURCE KIT on CD.

Microsoft Improves Exchange Server for 2007 — The Learning Curve is Big, and The Benefits Are Too. Microsoft doesn't even allow an upgrade to Exchange Server 2007 from previous versions. Your only option is migrating your data to a fresh installation of Exchange 2007. There are many reasons for this including the change from 32-bit to 64-bit architecture — but the big takeaway is that Exchange 2007 is different.

Many of the differences you'll see are improvements and enhancements from previous versions of Exchange. They're all well worth it — but they create a learning curve. This training will get you up and running with Exchange Server 2007 quickly, minimizing headaches and maximizing your chance for success.

You'll learn all about how to deploy and configure Exchange 2007 to host a business email and collaboration solution. And at the same time, you'll be discovering what you'll need to know when you take on the Technology Specialist 70-236 exam on Configuring Exchange Server 2007.

Cisco CCNA certification proves your professional worth. It tells prospective employers that you can handle the day-to-day work of running a a mid- to large-sized Cisco network.

The two-exam CCNA process covers lots of innovative features, which better reflect the skills and knowledge you’ll need on the job. Passing both exams is your first step towards higher-level Cisco certification.

CBT Nuggets Trainer Jeremy Cioara responded to Cisco’s second exam with a video series carefully mapped to that test.

Every mid- to large-sized business today uses VLANs. Jeremy’s training gives you all the information you need to design, configure and manage in a VLAN environment.

Wouldn't it be cool to walk into a small business that has no network and configure a fairly advanced network from the ground up using Cisco gear? Let the CBT Nuggets' Cisco CCNA/CCENT - Exam-Pack 640-822: ICND1 video series teach you the essential skills for passing the CCENT certification exam and meeting the network support needs of employers and clients.

Successful networking careers begin with Cisco CCENT certification and the fundamental knowledge it represents. Trainer Jeremy Cioara carefully explains the certification process by walking you through CCENT networking basics and mapping those basics directly to the exam. His organized and captivating presentation prepares new users for junior administrator positions and provides managers of any description with a sound understanding of what their technicians are talking about.

You proceed at your own pace, watching videos that break down the CCENT certification process and basic Cisco networking into bite-sized nuggets. Video by video you learn how to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network — including basic network security.

In Dreamweaver CS3 Dynamic Development , instructor David Gassner demonstrates how to use Dreamweaver CS3 to create professional, data-driven websites that are interactive and seamlessly integrated. From choosing servers and databases to installing MySQL to designing and building web-based data entry systems and displays, this training provides in-depth, hands-on guidance through the process of building strong dynamic sites. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

In Photoshop Lightroom 1.1 New Features, instructor and professional photographer Chris Orwig covers the latest additions to both version 1.1 and version 1.2. He explains how to work with each of the application's new features, including the updated interface, database catalogs, and modules. Chris also shares some useful tips and tricks along the way. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Covering everything from the basics of project management to the ins and outs of integrating Project 2007 with other Office applications, Project 2007 Essential Training is a comprehensive and valuable course. Instructor Lorna A. Daly teaches users how to work with Project 2007 to best analyze and manage business ventures of any scope. She explains how to organize resources and assign work, how to streamline processes and resolve project conflicts, and how to customize and optimize Project 2007 for future tasks. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

From using predefined Access 2007 database applications to building them from scratch, Access 2007 Essential Training covers each step of understanding, creating, and modifying databases for custom business purposes. Instructor David Rivers shows even the most database-challenged how to utilize this powerful software for creating reports and charts, as well as for business record keeping and analysis. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Taking the reader step-by-step through the features of AutoCAD, Alf Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the latest release of this software. After introducing first principles and the creation of 2D technical drawings, he goes on to demonstrate the construction of 3D solid and surface model drawings and rendering in the second part. All the new features of the 2008 software release are taken into account, in particular the new workspace for 2D drafting, faster rendering, new rendering methods, more materials, and improved lighting methods. The 2D chapters are also suitable for those learning how to use AutoCAD LT 2008."Introduction to AutoCAD 2008" includes: hundreds of full-colour drawings and screen shots illustrating the stages within the design process; worked examples and exercises throughout the text, linking the use of; AutoCAD to real-world engineering practice; start of chapter learning outcome summaries and end of chapter revision notes and exercises to check the readers' understanding.Suitable for all new users of AutoCAD, this book is particularly applicable to introductory level undergraduate courses and vocational courses in engineering