Implement and manage Microsoft's revolutionary directory-enabled platform.

Plan, deploy, and administer Windows 2000 in your enterprise. Windows 2000 Administration offers expert advice on all installation, migration, and management issues and provides in-depth details on Windows 2000 features, including the Active Directory, Microsoft Management Console (MMC), and Intellimirror. You'll also get complete information on the new security, backup, and disaster recovery options. No network administrator should be without this essential guide.

• Install, configure, and deploy essential Windows 2000 network services, such as Dynamic DNS and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
• Manage a secure, distributed network using the Active Directory
• Create and organize AD objects - domains, organizational units (OUs), users, groups, computers, printers, and shared folders
• Implement the Windows 2000 NTFSv5 File System and the Storage Management features
• Take advantage of centralized deployment and administration features--offline folders, remote OS install, and the Group Policy-based controls of Intellimirror
• Administer the entire enterprise from within the MMC
• Enable remote access with Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS)
• Secure your network using Kerberos v5, file encryption, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) support, and Windows File Protection
• Backup to Zip drives, CDs, other hard drives or volumes, and tapes

NT as an Operating System Microsoft developed Windows NT as an alternative to Unix. The company sees it as a part of its overall Enterprise Computing plan.It scales up from basic 486 systems to high-end RISC sys tems from companies like Digital, NEC, and PCvendors offering PowerPC systems for NT. The basic operating system consists of a user interface shell (similar in appearance to Windows 3.1 for NT 3.1 to 3.5, and changing to look and feel more like Windows 95 for NT 4.0) de signed to run 32-bit programs. This makes it ideal for the multi media nature of Web browsers, and for the heavy-duty require ments of a Web server. There are a number of elements in the as that are special to NT. These include the control panelsand administrativesupport tools relating to NT's services and support mechanisms. TCP/IP is included for Internetaccess throughtraditional networks.You can also connect from Windows NTWorkstation via MS Remote Access to any Internet Access Providersupporting PPP. Basic requirements for Windows NT Workstation are a 486 system with at least 8 MB of RAM, although 16 MB is recom mended. The client software needed to connect to a corporate server is included, as is the Remote Access software mentioned earlier. 1. Introduction FIGURE 1.1. NT4.0 operating system."

Prepare for Microsoft Exam 70-345-and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of Exchange Server 2016 planning, deployment, migration, management, and troubleshooting. Designed for experienced IT pros ready to advance their status, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSE level. Focus on the skills measured on the exam: Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot mailbox databases Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot client access services Plan, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot transport services Plan, deploy, and manage an Exchange infrastructure, recipients, and security Plan, deploy, and manage compliance, archiving, eDiscovery, and auditing Implement and manage coexistence, hybrid scenarios, migration, and federation This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by the "Skills measured" posted on the exam webpage Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Provides exam preparation tips by top trainers Points to in-depth material by topic for exam candidates needing additional review Assumes you have experience designing and managing Exchange Server, and have responsibilities for Exchange Server 2016 messaging in an enterprise environment

Learn new features of Windows 10 using easy to follow steps and images. Jump in wherever you need answers and follow the steps and corresponding images of what you see on-screen that walk you through exactly what to do. Get handy tips for new techniques and shortcuts, and use the exercises to apply what you learn right away.

- Navigate Windows 10 quickly, easily, and efficiently

- Get online with the sleek new Microsoft Edge web browser

- Make the most of the new Cortana personal assistant

- Efficiently manage your email, calendar, contacts, and more

- Access your files from anywhere with Microsoft OneDrive

- Help secure your computer and protect your data

Packed with more than 300 sample scripts and an extensive collection of library functions, this essential scripting book is the most thorough guide to Windows scripting and PowerShell on the market. You'll examine how Windows scripting is changing the face of system and network administration by giving everyday users, developers, and administrators the ability to automate repetitive tasks. Plus, this is the first time that VBScript, Jscript, and Powershell are all covered in a single resource.

Direct from Microsoft, these Exam Refs are the official study guides for the new Microsoft 70-767 Implementing a SQL Data Warehouse and the new Microsoft 70-768 Developing SQL Data Models certification exams. Exam Ref 70-767 Implementing a SQL Data Warehouse, the first book in this bundle (ISBN 978150936473), offers professional-level preparation that helps candidates maximize their exam performance and sharpen their skills on the job. It focuses on the specific areas of expertise modern IT professionals need to successfully build modern data warehouses to support advanced business intelligence solutions. Written by Microsoft Data Platform MVP Stacia Varga, Exam Ref 70-768 Developing SQL Data Models, the second book in this bundle (ISBN 9781509305155), offers professional-level preparation that helps candidates maximize their exam performance and sharpen their skills on the job. It focuses on the specific areas of expertise modern database and business intelligence professionals need to succeed with SQL Server 2016 Analysis Services.

Windows Registry Forensics: Advanced Digital Forensic Analysis of the Windows Registry, Second Edition, provides the most in-depth guide to forensic investigations involving Windows Registry. This book is one-of-a-kind, giving the background of the Registry to help users develop an understanding of the structure of registry hive files, as well as information stored within keys and values that can have a significant impact on forensic investigations. Tools and techniques for post mortem analysis are discussed at length to take users beyond the current use of viewers and into real analysis of data contained in the Registry. This second edition continues a ground-up approach to understanding so that the treasure trove of the Registry can be mined on a regular and continuing basis.

Prepare for Microsoft Exam 70-740-and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of Windows Server 2016 installation, storage, and compute features and capabilities. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: *Install Windows Servers in host and compute environments *Implement storage solutions *Implement Hyper-V *Implement Windows containers *Implement high availability *Maintain and monitor server environments This Microsoft Exam Ref: *Organizes its coverage by exam objectives *Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you *Assumes you have experience working with Windows Server in an enterprise environment; are familiar with core networking infrastructure, topologies, architectures, and protocols; and have experience with Windows clients and virtualization About the Exam Exam 70-740 focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to implement and configure storage and compute features and functionality in Windows Server 2016. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam earns you credit toward a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification that demonstrates your mastery of core Windows Server 2016 skills for reducing IT costs and delivering more business value. Exam 70-741 (Networking with Windows Server 2016) and Exam 70-742 (Identity with Windows Server 2016) are also required for MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification. See full details at: microsoft.com/learning

Harlan Carvey has updated "Windows Forensic Analysis Toolkit," now in its fourth edition, to cover Windows 8 systems. The primary focus of this edition is on analyzing Windows 8 systems and processes using free and open-source tools. The book covers live response, file analysis, malware detection, timeline, and much more. Harlan Carvey presents real-life experiences from the trenches, making the material realistic and showing the why behind the how.

The companion and toolkit materials are hosted online. This material consists of electronic printable checklists, cheat sheets, free custom tools, and walk-through demos. This edition complements "Windows Forensic Analysis Toolkit, Second Edition," which focuses primarily on XP, and "Windows Forensic Analysis Toolkit, Third Edition," which focuses primarily on Windows 7.

This new fourth edition provides expanded coverage of many topics beyond Windows 8 as well, including new cradle-to-grave case examples, USB device analysis, hacking and intrusion cases, and "how would I do this" from Harlan's personal case files and questions he has received from readers. The fourth edition also includes an all-new chapter on reporting.
Complete coverage and examples of Windows 8 systems Contains lessons from the field, case studies, and war stories Companion online toolkit material, including electronic printable checklists, cheat sheets, custom tools, and walk-throughs