Windows Server 2003 Network Administration

This book is the Windows Server version of the classic TCP/IP Network Administration. Like the book that inspired it, Windows Server 2003 Network Administration provides an overview of the essential TCP/IP protocols, and explains how to properly manage and configure the services based on these protocols. Any skilled network administrator knows that understanding how things work is as important as knowing how things are done. This book is the essential guide to both, containing everything a network administrator needs to exchange information via the Internet, and to build effective reliable networks. This must-read guide is divided into three distinct sections: fundamental concepts, tutorial, and reference. The first three chapters are a basic discussion of the network protocols and services. This discussion provides the fundamental concepts necessary to understand the rest of the book. The remaining chapters provide a how-to tutorial for planning, installing and configuring various important network services. The book concludes with three appendixes that are technical references for various configuration options. Content specifics include how to: Install, configure, and manage a Microsoft DNS and Windows DHCP server Control remote communications with Microsoft RRAS software Protect hosts with Internet Connection Firewalls Configure Internet and Intranet Web services with IIS Design proper security into your network Troubleshoot the network when problems develop After you've turned the final page of Windows Server 2003 Network Administration, you'll not only understand how to network, but also why it needs to be done.

This book is the Windows Server version of the classic TCP/IP Network Administration. Like the book that inspired it, Windows Server 2003 Network Administration provides an overview of the essential TCP/IP protocols, and explains how to properly manage and configure the services based on these protocols. Any skilled network administrator knows that understanding how things work is as important as knowing how things are done. This book is the essential guide to both, containing everything a network administrator needs to exchange information via the Internet, and to build effective reliable networks. This must-read guide is divided into three distinct sections: fundamental concepts, tutorial, and reference. The first three chapters are a basic discussion of the network protocols and services. This discussion provides the fundamental concepts necessary to understand the rest of the book. The remaining chapters provide a how-to tutorial for planning, installing and configuring various important network services. The book concludes with three appendixes that are technical references for various configuration options. Content specifics include how to: Install, configure, and manage a Microsoft DNS and Windows DHCP server Control remote communications with Microsoft RRAS software Protect hosts with Internet Connection Firewalls Configure Internet and Intranet Web services with IIS Design proper security into your network Troubleshoot the network when problems develop After you've turned the final page of Windows Server 2003 Network Administration, you'll not only understand how to network, but also why it needs to be done.

Here's the book you need to prepare for the Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network exam (70-299). This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's certification candidates. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that earned Sybex the "Best Study Guide" designation in the 2003 CertCities Readers Choice Awards, this book provides: Clear and concise information on administering a secure Windows Server 2003 network Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine and electronic flashcards for your Palm You'll also find authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including: Implementing, Managing, and Troubleshooting Security Policies Implementing, Managing, and Troubleshooting Patch Management Infrastructure Implementing, Managing, and Troubleshooting Security for Network Communications Planning, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Authentication, Authorization, and PKI Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Windows 2003 Server is unquestionably the dominant enterprise level operating system in the industry, with 95% of all companies running it. And for the last tow years, over 50% of all product upgrades have been security related. Securing Windows Server, according to bill gates, is the company's #1 priority. While considering the security needs of your organiztion, you need to balance the human and the technical in order to create the best security design for your organization. Securing a Windows Server 2003 enterprise network is hardly a small undertaking, but it becomes quite manageable if you approach it in an organized and systematic way. This includes configuring software, services, and protocols to meet an organization’s security needs. * The Perfect Guide if "System Administrator is NOT your primary job function * Avoid "time drains" configuring the many different security standards built into Windows 2003 * Secure VPN and Extranet Communications

Unique insight into the road bumps and best practices for Windows Server 2003 from one of the leading Microsoft insiders, Rand Morimoto.

-- Not only explains the new features of Windows .NET Server 2003, but also provides continued support for Windows 2000 administration.-- Covers changes in security, Active Directory, Microsoft Management Console, and integration with the .NET Framework, among many others changes.Windows .NET Server 2003 is the first Microsoft product that is innately affected by the company's recent Trustworthy Computing initiative. If this is successful, this will be the most stable, reliable, and dependable server OS that Microsoft has ever released. It will also feature an integrated environment with the .NET Framework and the Common Language Runtime. The Ultimate Windows .NET Server 2003 System Administrator's Guide is an essential resource for planning, deploying, and administering a Windows .NET enterprise system. The authors draw on years of experience designing and administering Windows NT and UNIX systems in order to guide you through the varied tasks involved in real-world system administration. There are detailed discussions of key Windows .NET Server administrative functions, and descriptions of many advanced tools and optional components. In addition the authors have included a comprehensive and convenient command reference.

Die Neuauflage der Vorgängerversion "Windows 2000 Server" - ein Bestseller mit über einer Million verkaufter Exemplare! "Windows .NET Server For Dummies" erscheint in Verbindung mit der neuen Windows .NET Server Release, die Microsoft im Mai 2002 auf den Markt bringt. Ein praktischer Leitfaden, der insbesondere Neulingen auf dem Gebiet der Netzwerk- und Servertechnik genau erklärt, wie man den Windows .NET Server nutzt. Behandelt werden alle wichtigen Features und Updates der neuen Version, wie z.B. Microsoft .NET Framework, Active Directory mit seinem neuen Drag and Drop-Object Management, Internet Information Server und Microsoft Management Console. Hier erhalten Sie alle Informationen, die Sie brauchen, um mit einem Windows .NET serverbasierten Netzwerk klar zu kommen, grundlegende Netzwerkkonzepte und -terminologie zu verstehen, Netzwerkdesign und Layoutprinzipien zu begreifen, Windows .NET Server zu installieren und zu konfigurieren, User-Management und Netzwerksicherheit umzusetzen. Ed Tittel ist ein erfahrener Trainer und Autor von über 20 Dummies-Titeln mit einer Gesamtauflage von über einer Million Exemplaren. Darüber hinaus hat er Hunderte von Artikeln für Fachmagazine geschrieben und an über 110 Computerbüchern mitgearbeitet.

This book "prepares students for the real-world challenges of planning and building a secure and reliable Windows Server 2003 network. Extensive coverage includes TCP/IP, WINS, DNS, DHCP, IPSec, routing, remote access, load balancing, clustering, and security issues. Case projects at the end of each chapter allow students to take the role of a Windows Server 2003 network administrator, making decisions and troubleshooting real-life problems." - back cover.