Active Directory For Dummies

Whether youre new to Active Directory (AD) or a savvy system administrator looking to brush up on your skills Active Directory for Dummies 2 nd Edition will steer you in the right direction! Since its original release Microsofts implementation of the lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) for the Windows Server line of networking software has become one of the most popular directory service products in the world. If you are involved with the design and support of Microsoft directory services and/or solutions you really need this book! Youll understand the basics of AD and utilize its structures to simplify your life and secure your digital environment. Youll discover how to exert fine-grained control over groups assets security permissions and policies on a Windows network and
efficiently configure manage and update the network. Youll find new and updated material on security improvements significant user interface changes and updates to the AD scripting engine password policies accidental object deletion protection and more. You will learn how to: Navigate the functions and structures of AD Understand business and technical requirements and determine goals Become familiar with physical components like site links network services and site topology Manage and monitor new features AD replication and schema management Maintain AD databases Avoid common AD mistakes that can undermine network security Complete with lists of the ten most important points about AD and ten cool Web resources and ten troubleshooting tips Active Directory For Dummies 2 nd Edition is your
one-stop guide to setting up working with and making the most of Active Directory. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.