Windows Administration at the Command Line for Windows Vista, Windows 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000

The only complete reference for Windows command line utilities
The last thing you need as a busy systems administrator is to click endlessly through the Windows GUI every time you want to perform a simple task. Want a better solution? Get reacquainted with the often–overlooked utilities accessible through the command line in Windows Vista, 2003, XP, and 2000.
Locate files, check status, monitor systems, and best of all, save time by using scripts to automate time–consuming tasks. This hands–on book reveals all the command line utilities and puts them at your fingertips. The only book on the market with the complete set of Windows command line utilities—including the latest for Vista—this valuable reference offers solutions that will help increase your productivity in the field.
Inside you′ll find:
The complete set of all Windows command line utilities
New Vista utilities such as RoboCopy, WinSAT, WhoAmI, and more
Information on third–party utilities and scripting techniques
Thorough coverage of Windows PowerShell 1.0
Instructions for using the .NET Framework utilities
An appendix with 52 command line tricks and techniques
A handy summary of new and modified commands in Vista
Real–world scenarios that focus on practical applications
In the Field Results provides seasoned systems administrators with advanced tools, knowledge, and real–world skills to use on the job.
Going beyond what the standard documentation or classroom training provides, these practical guides address the real situations IT professionals face every day, offering streamlined solutions to improve productivity.Simplify IT management with full access to all Windows command line utilitiesUse scripts to automate time–consuming administration tasksIncrease your productivity with greater efficiency in the field

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Introduction.
Part 1: Standard Windows Utilities.
Chapter 1: Using the Command Line Effectively.
Chapter 2: Completing Data–Specific Tasks.
Chapter 3: Discovering the System Status.
Chapter 4: Locating Files and Other Resources.
Chapter 5: Securing and Monitoring a System.
Chapter 6: Using Developer and Low–Level Utilities.
Part 2: Using Windows Automation.
Chapter 7: Creating CMD and BAT Files.
Capter 8: Working with Scripts.
Chapter 9: Scripting for Active Directory.
Chapter 10: Using Task Scheduler Effectively.
Chapter 11: After Hours Automation Scripting.
Part 3: Relying on Third Party Automation.
Chapter 12: Obtaining Command Prompt Enhancers.
Chapter 13: Increasing Productivity at the Command Line.
Chapter 14: Editing and Compiling Batch Files and Scripts.
Part 4: Working with the .NET Framework Utilities.
Chapter 15: Understanding the .NET Framework Versions.
Chapter 16: Configuring the .NET Framework.
Chapter 17: Configuring ASP.NET.
Part 5: Windows Vista Special Features Preview.
Chapter 18: Using Windows PowerShell.
Chapter 19: Working with Windows PowerShell.
Appendix A: 52 Indispensable Command Line Tricks and Techniques.
Appendix B: A Summary of New and Modified Commands in Vista.
Glossary.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:
John Paul Mueller, consultant, application developer, writer, and technical editor, has written over 300 articles and 72 books, including the recent Mastering Microsoft Web Developer 2005 Express Edition. His topics range from programming and operating systems to home security and accessibility. He has contributed articles to such magazines as DevSource, asp.netPro, InformIT, SQL Server Professional, and Visual C++ Developer, among others.
His Web site is www.mwt.net/∼jmueller.

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The only complete reference for Windows command line utilities
The last thing you need as a busy systems administrator is to click endlessly through the Windows GUI every time you want to perform a simple task. Want a better solution? Get reacquainted with the often–overlooked utilities accessible through the command line in Windows Vista, 2003, XP, and 2000.
Locate files, check status, monitor systems, and best of all, save time by using scripts to automate time–consuming tasks. This hands–on book reveals all the command line utilities and puts them at your fingertips. The only book on the market with the complete set of Windows command line utilities—including the latest for Vista—this valuable reference offers solutions that will help increase your productivity in the field.
Inside you′ll find:
The complete set of all Windows command line utilities
New Vista utilities such as RoboCopy, WinSAT, WhoAmI, and more
Information on third–party utilities and scripting techniques
Thorough coverage of Windows PowerShell 1.0
Instructions for using the .NET Framework utilities
An appendix with 52 command line tricks and techniques
A handy summary of new and modified commands in Vista
Real–world scenarios that focus on practical applications
In the Field Results provides seasoned systems administrators with advanced tools, knowledge, and real–world skills to use on the job.
Going beyond what the standard documentation or classroom training provides, these practical guides address the real situations IT professionals face every day, offering streamlined solutions to improve productivity.Simplify IT management with full access to all Windows command line utilitiesUse scripts to automate time–consuming administration tasksIncrease your productivity with greater efficiency in the field