Synopses & Reviews
Prepare for MCITP certification in Windows Server 2008
With Microsoft's release of Windows Server 2008 and a new generation of certification exams, you have more reason than ever to certify your expertise in the world's leading server software. Become a fully credentialed Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) in Windows Server 2008 administration with the solid preparation you'll find here for Exam 70-646: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator, the final exam in this certification's three-exam requirement. Inside, you'll find:
Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam
Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills
Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles
Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for
exam day
Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam
A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective
Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.
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Also on CD, you'll find the entire book in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.
Review
This 600+ page monster of a book is filled with amazing aspects to Server Core that I had never heard of, including using all the commands, creating BAT files, and working with scripts, registry hacks, and much more. It gets my thumbs up.
– J. Peter Bruzzese (InfoWorld, October 2008)
Synopsis
Manage Windows in a new wayIf you're a systems administrator looking to reduce maintenance and increase efficiency, Microsoft's new GUI-less Server Core is for you. It's Windows without windows-a command line version of 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, innovative version of Windows Server 2008.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and page after page of practical examples, this book teaches you how to operate in a windowless environment, including using all the commands, creating BAT files, working with scripts, using registry hacks, managing remote systems, and more.
Install and configure Server Core without a Control Panel or Start menu
Access DLLs using RunDLL32 to perform tasks at the command line
Understand important differences between internal and external commands
Set up automatic updates, enable terminal services, and configure IP security
Change logons, ports, and users with the Change Utility
Install and manage software, hardware, servers, and applications
Add, copy, modify, sort, compress, encrypt, and transfer data
Manage files and directories, including such tasks as disk checks and changing access
Monitor system events and remote systems, and communicate with TelNet
Set up virus and intrusion protection, verify drivers, and check Event Trace logs
This valuable desktop reference also includes best practices, 52 indispensable command line tricks, and an alphabetical list of all the commands.
Synopsis
Manage Windows in a new way
If you're a systems administrator looking to reduce maintenance and increase efficiency, Microsoft's new GUI-less Server Core is for you. It's Windows without windows-a command line version of 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, innovative version of Windows Server 2008.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and page after page of practical examples, this book teaches you how to operate in a windowless environment, including using all the commands, creating BAT files, working with scripts, using registry hacks, managing remote systems, and more.
Install and configure Server Core without a Control Panel or Start menu
Access DLLs using RunDLL32 to perform tasks at the command line
Understand important differences between internal and external commands
Set up automatic updates, enable terminal services, and configure IP security
Change logons, ports, and users with the Change Utility
Install and manage software, hardware, servers, and applications
Add, copy, modify, sort, compress, encrypt, and transfer data
Manage files and directories, including such tasks as disk checks and changing access
Monitor system events and remote systems, and communicate with TelNet
Set up virus and intrusion protection, verify drivers, and check Event Trace logs
This valuable desktop reference also includes best practices, 52 indispensable command line tricks, and an alphabetical list of all the commands.
Synopsis
Microsoft's new GUI-less Server Core is a command line version of 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 operate in a windowless environment, including using all the commands, creating BAT files, working with scripts, using registry hacks, managing remote systems, and more. Includes best practices, 52 indispensable command line tricks, and an alphabetical list of all the commands.
Synopsis
Master Windows Server 2008 and navigate every detail of Microsoft’s new MCITP: Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator exam with the information in
MCITP: Windows Server 2008 Administration Study Guide (Exam 70-646, with CD). Learn the infrastructure, Web, and IT application servers and also how to use scripts and batch files to accomplish tasks on a regular basis. As a Server Administrator, you will understand how to manage the server operating system, file, and directory services, distribute software, patches, and updates, profile and monitor assigned servers, and troubleshoot.
For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.
About the Author
John Paul Mueller, consultant, application developer, writer, and technical editor, has written over 300 articles and 75 books, including IIS 7 Implementation and Administration and Mastering Windows Vista Business: Ultimate, Business, and Enterprise (both from Sybex). 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/.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Part 1: Discovering Windows in a Command Prompt.
Chapter 1: Understanding Windows Server 2008 Server Core.
Chapter 2: Using the Command Line Effectively.
Chapter 3: Performing Essential Maintenance Tasks.
Chapter 4: Essential Registry Hacks.
Part 2: Automation Essentials.
Chapter 5: Creating CMD and BAT Files.
Chapter 6: Working with Scripts.
Chapter 7: Editing and Compiling Batch Files and Scripts.
Chapter 8: Performing Task Automation.
Part 3: Working with the Hardware.
Chapter 9: Managing the Hard Drive.
Chapter 10: Managing the Network.
Chapter 11: Working with TCP/IP.
Chapter 12: Managing Other Hardware.
Part 4: Working with the Software.
Chapter 13: Managing Applications.
Chapter 14: Working with Data.
Chapter 15: Managing Files and Directories.
Chapter 16: Configuring the System Setup.
Chapter 17: Creating System Connections.
Chapter 18: Monitoring System Events and Performance.
Chapter 19: Configuring Directory Services.
Part 5: Working with the User.
Chapter 20: Managing System Users.
Chapter 21: Securing the System.
Part 6: Helpful Third-Party Utilities.
Chapter 22: Obtaining Command Prompt Enhancers.
Chapter 23: Increasing Productivity at the Command Line.
Part 7: Working with IIS 7.
Chapter 24: Installing and Configuring IIS.
Chapter 25: Managing IIS.
Appendices.
Appendix A: Indispensable Command Line Tricks and Techniques.
Appendix B: Alphabetical Command List.
Appendix C: Topical Command List.
Appendix D: Listing of Best Practices.
Glossary.
Index.