• Author:
  • Minasi, Mark
  • Layfield, Rhonda
  • Mueller, John Paul
• Subject:
  Computer Hardware
• Published by:
  John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
• Published:
  20/06/2008
• Price:
  $59.99
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Find in-depth coverage of general networking concepts and basic instruction on Windows Server 2008 installation and management including active directory, DNS, Windows storage, and TCP/IP and IPv4 networking basics in Mastering Windows Server 2008 Networking Foundations. One of three new books by best-selling author Mark Minasi, this guide explains what servers do, how basic networking works (IP basics and DNS/WINS basics), and the fundamentals of the under-the-hood technologies that support staff must understand. Learn how to install Windows Server 2008 and build a simple network, security concepts, and basic Windows Server administration.

Mark Minasi, Directory Services MVP, is one of the world's leading Windows authorities. He teaches classes in two dozen countries and is a much sought-after speaker at conferences and industry gatherings. His firm, MR&D, has taught tens of thousands of people to design and run Windows networks. Mark has written more than 25 books for Sybex, including the market-leading Mastering Windows Server 2003 and The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide.

Introduction.

Chapter 1: Why Network?

Chapter 2: Building a Simple Network.

Chapter 3: Security Concepts in Windows.

Chapter 4: Installing Windows Server 2008: Basics.

Chapter 5: Controlling Windows Server: MMC.

Chapter 6: Controlling Windows Server: The Command Line.

Chapter 7: Controlling Windows III: The Registry.

Chapter 8: Controlling Windows Server: Group Policy.

Chapter 9: Windows Storage Concepts and Skills.

Chapter 10: TCP/IP and IPv4 Networking Basics.

Chapter 11: What’s in a Name? Network Name Overview.

Chapter 12: Old Names: Understanding NetBIOS, WINS, and NetBIOS over TCP/IP.

Chapter 13: New Names: How DNS Works.

Chapter 14: Automatic IP Setup: DHCP Essentials.

Chapter 15: Things to Come: A Peek at Active Directory.

Index.