Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008: Implementation and Administration

Make the move to Windows Server 2008 with this practical guide
If you′re preparing to move to Windows Server 2008, this book is for you. It bypasses common concepts you already know and concentrates on the essential information you need to migrate quickly and successfully.
You′ll get a thorough look at what′s new in Windows Server 2008, including the redesigned architecture and improvements in features such as user services, graphics, virtualization, and the new TCP/IP protocol stack and boot environment. This book takes you under the hood and shows you key technologies and functions that are not visible at first glance—and offers step–by–step guidance to help you make a smooth transition to Windows Server 2008.
With coverage of everything from deployment to PowerShell to the latest security features, new performance monitoring, and remote access management, this book has what you need to take control of and secure your Windows Server 2008 network.
Set up, configure, and deploy Windows Server 2008
Explore the new architecture, including kernel modifications, the new Windows PE boot environment, and the Hyper–V hypervisor
Review the major overhaul of Active Directory and how it affects identities and rights management
Learn new policy management tools, settings, and policies
Master PowerShell cmdlets, syntax, execution, and scripts
Implement and enforce IPsec, DHCP, and VPN security
Explore Windows Server 2008 compatibility with Windows Server 2003 R2, Macintosh, and Unix
Monitor server status, identify critical events, and troubleshoot your Windows Server 2008

Spis treści:
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Windows Server 2008 Architecture.
Chapter 2: Deploying Windows Server 2008.
Chapter 3: Network Services.
Chapter 4: Active Directory.
Chapter 5: Policies and System Management.
Chapter 6: File System Enhancement s.
Chapter 7: Server Management.
Chapter 8: PowerShell.
Chapter 9: Security.
Chapter 10: Clients, Interoperability, and Printing.
Chapter 11: Performance Enhancements.
Chapter 12: Terminal Server.
Chapter 13: Internet Information Services.
Chapter 14: Server Core.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:
Barrie Sosinsky is a Boston–based author who has written over 30 books on computer technology and many articles in leading journals. He has an interest in operating systems, servers, networks, storage, and enterprise applications. He currently works as a senior technical writer for a company that creates automation software for large enterprises.

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Make the move to Windows Server 2008 with this practical guide
If you′re preparing to move to Windows Server 2008, this book is for you. It bypasses common concepts you already know and concentrates on the essential information you need to migrate quickly and successfully.
You′ll get a thorough look at what′s new in Windows Server 2008, including the redesigned architecture and improvements in features such as user services, graphics, virtualization, and the new TCP/IP protocol stack and boot environment. This book takes you under the hood and shows you key technologies and functions that are not visible at first glance—and offers step–by–step guidance to help you make a smooth transition to Windows Server 2008.
With coverage of everything from deployment to PowerShell to the latest security features, new performance monitoring, and remote access management, this book has what you need to take control of and secure your Windows Server 2008 network.
Set up, configure, and deploy Windows Server 2008
Explore the new architecture, including kernel modifications, the new Windows PE boot environment, and the Hyper–V hypervisor
Review the major overhaul of Active Directo ry and how it affects identities and rights management
Learn new policy management tools, settings, and policies
Master PowerShell cmdlets, syntax, execution, and scripts
Implement and enforce IPsec, DHCP, and VPN security
Explore Windows Server 2008 compatibility with Windows Server 2003 R2, Macintosh, and Unix
Monitor server status, identify critical events, and troubleshoot your Windows Server 2008