This practical guide has exactly what you need to work with Windows
Server 2008. Inside, you’ll find step-by-step procedures for using all
of the major components, along with discussions on complex concepts such
as Active Directory replication, DFS namespaces and replication, network
access protection, the Server Core edition, Windows PowerShell, server
clustering, and more. All of this with a more compact presentation and a
tighter focus on tasks than you’ll find in bulkier references. Windows
Server 2008: The Definitive Guide takes a refreshing approach. You won’t
find the history of Windows NT, or discussions on the way things used to
work. Instead, you get only the information you need to use this server.
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Author: Joli Ballew
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Microsoft Press (October 17, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 073562500X
ISBN-13: 978-0735625006
Format: chm
Details:
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only discusses the most irritating features of the latest Microsoft
operating system and how to get around them, but also explains how to
improve Windows and do more with the software than Microsoft intended.
You’ll find information on setup, installation, upgrade from other
Windows versions, the revamped interface, new security features, user
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The Exam Cram Method of study focuses on exactly what you need to get certified now. In this book you’ll learn how to:

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• Implement web applications and application pooling
• Restore data from shadow copy volumes
• Use Automatic System Recovery to restore a Windows Server 2003
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Get up and running on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 with ease

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administering the latest release of Microsoft’s powerful, versatile
network operating system. Using clear screenshots and step-by-step
instructions, Microsoft Windows Server 2008: A Beginner’s Guide shows
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networking, administration, storage, and security. You’ll also get
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This practical guide has exactly what you need to work with Windows
Server 2008. Inside, you’ll find step-by-step procedures for using all
of the major components, along with discussions on complex concepts such
as Active Directory replication, DFS namespaces and replication, network
access protection, the Server Core edition, Windows PowerShell, server
clustering, and more. All of this with a more compact presentation and a
tighter focus on tasks than you’ll find in bulkier references. Windows
Server 2008: The Definitive Guide takes a refreshing approach. You won’t
find the history of Windows NT, or discussions on the way things used to
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Windows Server 2008 that offers better security, reduced size, and
faster access. Inside this comprehensive guide, you’ll find everything
you need to quickly master this sleek new version. Packed with
instructions and practical examples, this book teaches you how to
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Vista that both large and small environments have found to be the most
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BitLocker, and the powerful Group Policy options that are only available
in Windows Vista.

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The perfect handbook for those who need to deploy, install, and configure installations, upgrade from previous versions, understand network addresses, manage day-to-day operations, configure storage, manage users and groups, implement security measures, configure mail services, and perform other vital administrative tasks. Covers the enhanced features and updates of the new version including the Microsoft .NET framework, Active Directory and its new drag and drop object management, Internet Information Server, and the Microsoft Management Console.

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