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Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server 2003

Robert King R.

Master the Technology That Enables You to Master Network Management Active Directory represents an enormous advance in network administration. It provides a vast set of powerful tools and technologies for managing a network within a native Windows environment. Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server 2003 is the resource you need to take full advantage of all it has to offer. You get a sound introduction to network directory services, then detailed, practical instruction in the work of implementing Active Directory and using all of its tools. This edition has been completely updated to address features new to Active Directory for Windows Server 2003. Coverage includes: Understanding the concept of a network directory service Understanding benefits specific to Microsoft's Active Directory Analyzing business needs Designing your Active Directory environment Developing and executing a roll-out plan Securing the Active Directory database Installing and configuring DNS under AD Creating users, groups, and objects Implementing group policies Modifying the Active Directory schema Controlling Active Directory sites Managing replication Performing backups and recoveries Migrating from both Windows NT and Novell environments Integrating Active Directory and Novell Directory Services

Mastering Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

Barry Gerber

All the Documentation You Need for Successfully Deploying Exchange Server 2003 Author Barry Gerber shares his extensive real-world experience in easy-to-understand language in this comprehensive guide to Microsoft's messaging and collaboration server. Mastering Exchange Server 2003 systematically and sequentially walks you through all the essential concepts of planning and design, installation, deployment, administration and management, maintenance, and troubleshooting. With detailed background information, clear step-by-step, hands-on instructions, and realistic examples, Gerber teaches you how to devise and implement a system that is just right for your environment. He then leads you to the next level with advanced coverage on reliability and availability, disaster recovery, security solutions, wireless access, and building custom e-mail forms for Outlook. Coverage Includes: Designing a new Exchange 2003 system Upgrading to Windows Server 2003 and Exchange Server 2003 Installing and configuring Exchange Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 as a domain controller, and Outlook 2003 from a customized server image Organizing Exchange users, distribution groups, and contacts Managing the Exchange Server hierarchy and core components Managing Exchange 2003 Internet services and services for Internet clients Installing and administrating additional Exchange Servers Performing advanced administration and management Ensuring Exchange Server reliability and availability Building Exchange Server system security Configuring wireless access to Exchange Server 2003 Creating and managing Outlook forms designer applications Exploring third-party applications for Exchange/Outlook clients and Exchange Server

Enhancing CAD Drawings with Photoshop

Scott Onstott

"If you're an architect looking to get the most out of Photoshop, look no further! Enhancing CAD Drawings with Photoshop is a killer book." —George Omura, Author, Mastering AutoCAD 2005 and AutoCAD LT 2005 Bring Your CAD Drawings to Life Using Artistic Photoshop Techniques Most architects find that traditional CAD drawings are not the ideal medium for sharing their visions with clients. For an untrained eye, it's difficult to imagine a complex design by simply viewing a line drawing. Fortunately, you can use Adobe Photoshop to enliven CAD drawings and improve graphical communications. Enhancing CAD Drawings with Photoshop is the first book to demonstrate how you can use Photoshop to transform CAD drawings into dynamic, attractive presentational pieces that speak to everyone. First, you'll master the basic Photoshop concepts and tools. Then you delve into sophisticated illustrating and compositing techniques. Practical tutorials lead you step-by-step through each process, and a full-color insert featuring before-and-after images is certain to inspire you with ideas and solutions. While appealing to the artist in you, this unique book will empower you to win bids and wow clients. Inside, you'll learn how to: Plan your work flow to ensure consistent color printing Work in the digital darkroom and hone your retouching skills Extract entourage objects from photographs and use them in architectural illustrations, renderings, plans, and elevations Enhance your line drawings with color, pattern, gradient, transparency, and shadows Dress up basic elevations using Photoshop's layer style effects, reflection and refraction, and entourage Transfer 3D objects from Autodesk VIZ into image layers in Photoshop Make objects look realistic using layers and clipping groups Transform 3D models into pencil sketches, watercolors, and paintings Share your digital work with your clients via prints, e-mail, the Web, and slideshows Protect and catalog your intellectual property Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Java Programming 10-Minute Solutions

Mark Watson

The problems encountered by a beginning Java programmer are many–and mostly minor. The problems you encounter as an experienced Java programmer are far fewer—and far more serious. Java Programming 10-Minute Solutions provides direct solutions to the thorny problems you're most likely to run up against in your work. Especially when a project entails new techniques or draws you into a realm outside your immediate expertise, potential headaches abound. With this book, a veteran Java programmer saves you both aggravation and—just as important—time. Here are some of the solutions you'll find inside: Parsing XML using SAX and DOM, and using XSLT to transform XML to HTML Java file I/O: copying and deleting entire directories Using Java search algorithms Thread management Leveraging Java Web Services support in SOAP, XML-RPC, and XML over HTTP Low-level JDBC programming Using servlets and JSPs (including struts) for web applications Using Enterprise JavaBeans (EJBs) container managed persistence Generating EJB classes with ant and XDocolet Using JUnit for unit testing Modeled after the straightforward Q&A approach of the DevX website, these in-depth, code-intensive solutions help you past obstacles right now and ultimately make you a smarter, more effective programmer.

Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 24seven

Jim McBee

Advanced Coverage for Experienced Exchange Administrators Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 24seven doesn't try to take you back to square one. Instead, it builds on the knowledge you've already earned. Expert Jim McBee with assistance from Barry Gerber delivers targeted instruction and inside tips that will help you follow the best practices established by successful Exchange organizations across a wide range of industries. This is also a great way to make a smooth transition to the latest release of Exchange Server. Coverage includes: Getting your Exchange installation right the first time Managing interactions with Active Directory Understanding Exchange data storage Preventing and recovering from disasters Administering daily operations Customizing Exchange Optimizing performance Achieving higher availability Isolating and solving common Exchange problems Troubleshooting SMTP and DNS problems Improving security against viruses and worms Securing clients Deploying and customizing Outlook web access Supporting mobile clients

MCSA / MCSE: Windows XP Professional Fast Pass

Lisa Donald

The Perfect Preparation and Review Resource MCSA/MCSE: Windows XP Professional Fast Pass is the streamlined tool you need to hone in on critical XP information at this key stage in the certification process (exam 70-270). The enclosed CD lets you practice, practice, practice, and you'll keep the book at your side right up until you begin the exam. Coverage includes: Installing Windows XP Professional Implementing and conducting administration of resources Implementing, managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers Monitoring and optimizing system performance and reliability Configuring and troubleshooting the desktop environment Implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network protocols and services Configuring, managing, and troubleshooting security Note:CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Developing Killer Web Apps with Dreamweaver MX and C#

Chuck White

Dreamweaver MX 2004 is a great tool, and a great teacher. Its finely tuned support for ASP.NET makes it the fastest way to build serious data-driven web applications. And its transparent interface and the ultra-clean code it generates gives you ample opportunity to learn ASP.NET in its purest form. For those who aren't yet adept with ASP.NET, Developing Killer Web Apps with Dreamweaver MX and C# gives you the help you need interpreting what you see as Dreamweaver does its thing. This book provides a succinct and incisive tutorial on the C# syntax and classes that Dreamweaver uses to generate code for dynamic web applications. This is just the start, however. Once you've gotten your head around ASP.NET–or if it already is—you'll find this book to be a highly efficient guide to the business of saving time and solving difficult development problems with Dreamweaver as an integrated development environment. This includes help with some of Dreamweaver's most important, and yet most poorly documented, capabilities, such as working with stored procedures and generating web services. Here's more of what you'll find covered inside: Building ASP.NET web controls Writing ASP.NET scripts Putting together web services using Dreamweaver Using SQL inside Dreamweaver Getting the most out of Dreamweaver's custom user control for .NET Working with DataGrids and other databound controls Validating pages Detailed examples address the real runtime problems that can adversely affect your applications, showing you how to avoid them, fix the ones that slip through, and make coding tweaks that measurably boost performance.

Mac OS X Power Tools

Dan Frakes

"Dan Frakes' Mac OS X Power Tools is an essential (and approachable) guide for getting the most from Mac OS X." —Christopher Breen, Mac 911 Columnist, MacWorld Magazine Mac Expert Dan Frakes' Turns You Into a Power User The latest version of Mac OS X (v10.3, Panther) is here, and noted expert Dan Frakes has once again worked day and night to discover and document the best ways for Mac users of all levels of experience to get things done. This completely revised and updated second edition of Mac OS X Power Tools provides tips, shortcuts, and step-by-step solutions to equip you with the most essential insights and knowledge. With this book at your side and your Mac in front of you, you'll understand Mac OS X like never before, saving time, avoiding headaches, and transforming OS X into one very productive cat. Coverage includes: Understanding user accounts and permissions Taking control of the startup and login processes Embracing and extending Finder functionality Using the Dock and Dock replacements Working with applications Streamlining Mac OS and third-party installations Making the most of Classic Improving Web surfing and network connectivity Sharing files and connecting to servers Taking advantage of OS X's advanced printing architecture Strengthening system security Keeping Mac OS X in tip-top shape Controlling your Mac remotely Taking advantage of OS X's Unix base Visit the author's website at www.macosxpowertools.com/

The Purchasing and Supply Manager's Guide to the C.P.M. Exam

Fred Sollish

Real World Scenarios for Practical Insights into the Field of Purchasing and Supply Management Whether you're a purchasing or supply management professional seeking to validate the skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience, or a relative newcomer to the field looking to strengthen your resume, the C.P.M. certification from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) provides you with the means to do so. The Purchasing and Supply Manager's Guide to the C.P.M. Exam was developed to help you prepare for the four modules that comprise the C.P.M. exam, and includes additional study tools designed to reinforce understanding of crucial subject areas. KEY TOPICS INCLUDE: Purchasing Process. Identifying requirements, preparation of solicitations, supplier analysis, contract execution, implementation, and administration. Supply Environment. Negotiations, information technology, quality issues, internal relationships, and external relationships. Value Enhancement Strategies. Sourcing analysis, supply and inventory management, value enhancing methods, forecasting and strategies. Management. Management and organization, and human resource management. This Study Guide is not sponsored by, endorsed by, or affiliated in any way with the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). ISM and C.P.M. are trademarks or registered marks of the Institute for Supply Management. This publication may be used in assisting students to prepare for the C.P.M. exam, but neither Harbor Light Press nor ISM warrants that use of this publication will ensure passing of the exam. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Project Manager's Spotlight on Planning

Catherine Tomczyk A.

Clear-Cut Ways to Manage Project Planning If you're a typical project manager, you're probably aware of the importance of planning but may not have the time or expertise to develop a full-blown strategy. Here's a quick and practical guide to applying the disciplines of proven planning practices without the rigor of complex processes. Part of the Project Manager's Spotlight series from Harbor Light Press, this straightforward book offers solutions to real-life planning scenarios. Author Catherine Tomczyk highlights critical components of project planning and equips you with tools, techniques, checklists, and templates you can put to use immediately. By following a realistic case study from start to finish, you'll see how a project manager deals with each task. Ultimately, this book will help you accurately estimate time and resource requirements, enabling you to implement successful projects. Project Manager's Spotlight on Planning teaches you how to Define project objectives, goals, scope, and requirements Draft plans to manage risk, quality, and procurement Build your dream team Finalize estimates and budgets Create the project schedule And much more!