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Get your midsize IT infrastructure up and running smoothly. This indispensable, single-volume reference details the features and capabilities of Windows Essential Business Server 2008. Gain the real-world insights, practical workarounds, and key troubleshooting tactics you need for on-the-job results.

Discover how to:
* Plan, install, and configure Windows Essential Business Server 2008
* Use the Administration Console interface to manage the network
* Configure user settings with Group Policy, scripts, user profiles, and Folder Redirection
* Manage Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 mailboxes and dynamic distribution groups
* Configure and customize Remote Web Workplace
* Implement antivirus, antispam, and firewall applications
* Monitor and troubleshoot network performance
* Plan and manage a backup and recovery strategy
* PLUS—Extend your network capabilities with the Premium Edition Download Now »

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“Build your network the right way with expert advice! This book provides real-world help in implementing Windows Server 2008 with attention to the use of virtualization solutions covering all you need to know in one well-written guide to success.” –Bob Kelly, AppDeploy.com and Technical Reviewer

Plan, set up, and administer a powerful, scalable Microsoft Windows Server 2008 environment. Featuring detailed explanations, best practices, pragmatic checklists, and real-world implementation examples, this comprehensive resource shows you how to deploy, manage, and secure WS08 on enterprise networks of all sizes.

Microsoft Windows Server 2008: The Complete Reference explains how to develop migration plans and transition to WS08, configure AD and Internet services, handle print and Web servers, and work with resource pools and network delegation rights. You'll get full coverage of the latest virtualization techniques, OU strategies, remote administration features, and storage maintenance utilities. Find out how to tune performance, deploy bulletproof security, create reliable system backups, and design failsafe disaster recovery plans. You'll also learn to rely on resource pools and virtual service offerings to create the very best Windows infrastructure implementation. Download Now »

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Exploit the powerful management, networking, and security tools in Windows Server 2008 using the comprehensive information contained in this real-world resource. Written by a seasoned Windows systems engineer, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Administration lays out each feature alongside clear explanations, practical examples, and hands-on exercises. Inside, you’ll learn how to deploy Windows Server 2008, use the new, integrated Server Manager tool, handle Internet services and remote access, and fine-tune performance. You’ll also learn how to automate administrative tasks, create reliable system backups, and harden your server’s defenses.

• Perform typical and Server Core installations of Windows Server 2008
• Modify system and component settings using the new Server Manager
• Administer users, groups, and computers with Active Directory
• Deliver robust web and FTP hosting using IIS 7.0 and ASP.NET
• Monitor stability and performance with Windows System Resource Manager
• Manage security using NAP, IPSec, 802.1x, and DHCP enforcement
• Encrypt data with Active Directory Certification Services and PKI
• Provide secure remote access using Terminal Services and RRAS
• Handle Windows DNS, BitLocker Drive Encryption, and Itanium support
• Build Windows PowerShell scripts to perform repetitive management jobs Download Now »

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If you’re curious, but hesitant, about finding your way around Microsoft’s new Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 For Dummies is the book for you. This friendly reference shows you everything you need to know — from installation and deployment to building and running a Windows Server 2008 network.

Server-based networking really is a big deal, and this 100% plain-English guide helps you make the most of it. You’ll find out about Windows Server 2008’s important functions, capabilities and requirements; develop a network implementation plan; take a step-by-step walkthrough of the installation process; and get valuable tips on how to boost your bandwidth beyond belief! Before you know it, you’ll be configuring connections to the Universe, working with active directory, and treating domains and controllers like old pals. Discover how to:

• Build and connect your network
• Install and configure Windows Server 2008
• Set up and manage directory services Download Now »

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Small Businesses need to capitalize on the investments they make in IT to drive the business forward. SBS 2008 is uniquely positioned to deliver, but a poor implementation becomes a hindrance rather than a benefit to your business. Well implemented solutions enable your business to appear larger, yet more dynamic than many enterprises.

It’s easy to get Small Business Server 2008 up and running when you’ve got this book to hand. It helps you in a clear and friendly manner to understand how to implement SBS 2008 inside your business in a way that matches your business needs. The author’s experience enables him to share a tried and tested path to deliver the business benefits without becoming bogged down in unnecessary details that are not relevant to small businesses.

SBS 2008 is a fantastic investment for Small Businesses to make towards a well managed and highly functional IT solution in their business. This book is the culmination of many years advising small business owners and consultants on the recommend, tried and tested path to implement small business technology from Microsoft. Through this book you will gain an understanding of the features you can choose to use and then how to securely implement the server to deliver them. It will guide you through the installation and configuration process with the help of step-by-step instructions and plentiful screenshots. It will also explain how you can benefit from the collaboration tools based on SharePoint and how you can protect all your business data with a back-up process that covers anything from deleted files to a fire in the office. Download Now »

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Get the definitive reference for planning and implementing security features in Windows Server 2008 with expert insights from Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and the Windows Server Security Team at Microsoft. This official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT delivers the in-depth, technical information and tools you need to help protect your Windows® based clients, server roles, networks, and Internet services. Leading security experts explain how to plan and implement comprehensive security with special emphasis on new Windows security tools, security objects, security services, user authentication and access control, network security, application security, Windows Firewall, Active Directory® security, group policy, auditing, and patch management. The kit also provides best practices based on real-world implementations. You also get must-have tools, scripts, templates, and other key job aids, including an eBook of the entire RESOURCE KIT on CD.

Key Book Benefits:
Definitive technical information and expert insights straight from the Windows Server Security Team and leading Microsoft MVPs
Provides in-depth information that every Windows administrator needs to know about helping protect Windows-based environments
Includes best practices from real-world implementations
CD includes additional job aids, including tools, scripts, and a fully searchable version of the entire RESOURCE KIT book Download Now »