Windows Server 2008 For Dummies

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 Manage users and groups Install and manage print servers Secure your network Troubleshoot active networks Plan for installing Active Directory Proclaim and manage your own domain Resolve names between TCP/IP and NetBIOS Manage shares, permissions, and more Develop and implement a regular backup protocol Windows Server 2008 For Dummies may be easy-going, but it's simply packed with need-to-know stuff that will send you diving into Windows Server 2008 experience just for the fun of it. So start now!

Introduction 1 Part I: Servers at Your Service 7 Chapter 1: Making Windows Server 2008 Serve You 9 Chapter 2: Server Networking Principles 21 Chapter 3: Building Your Network 39 Chapter 4: Hooking Up Your Network 57 Part II: Servers, Start Your Engines 71 Chapter 5: Ready, Set, Install! 73 Chapter 6: Configuring Connections to the Universe 93 Chapter 7: Doing the Directory Thing 115 Chapter 8: Working with Active Directory, Domains, and Trusts 137 Chapter 9: Printing on the Network 155 Chapter 10: IP Addressing: Zero to Insane in Two Seconds Flat 175 Part III: Running Your Network 199 Chapter 11: Managing Users with Active Directory Users and Computers 201 Chapter 12: Managing Shares, Permissions, and More 227 Chapter 13: Preparing for That Rainy Day 241 Chapter 14: Network Security Management 263 Part IV: Serve It Yourself 281 Chapter 15: How to Be a DIY Guru 283 Chapter 16: Servers the Intel Way 297 Chapter 17: Servers the AMD Way 315 Chapter 18: Taking Care of Your Own Issues 331 Part V: The Part of Tens 351 Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Installation and Configuration 353 Chapter 20: Ten Steps to Networking Nirvana with Windows Server 2008 363 Part VI: Appendixes 371 Appendix A: Server Components and Technologies 373 Appendix B: Windows Troubleshooting Resources 385 Index 391