Synopses & Reviews
Make the move to Windows Server 2008 with this practical guideIf 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
Synopsis
Get Up to Speed and Down to BusinessThis book provides concise instruction for IT professionals trained to use earlier versions of Windows Server. It dispenses with discussion of the common networking technology and concepts that you already know to concentrate on the crucial features of the new software, providing you with a bridge from the old to the new, without making you invest in reading information that you’ve already mastered. You’ll jump right into deployment and then learn everything you need to know to manage your new network.
Synopsis
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. Covers everything from deployment to PowerShell to the latest security features, new performance monitoring, and remote access management.
About the Author
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.
Table of Contents
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 Enhancements.
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.