Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Resource Kit - Softcover

Get the definitive, in-depth resource for designing, deploying, and maintaining Windows Server 2008 Active Directory in an enterprise environment. Written by experts on directory services and the Active Directory team at Microsoft, this technical resource is packed with concrete, real-world design and implementation guidance. You’ll get in-depth guidance on installation, Active Directory components, replication, security, administration, and more. You also get answers to common questions from network architects, engineers, and administrators about Windows Server 2008 Active Directory—plus scripts, utilities, job aids, and a fully searchable eBook on CD.

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Stan Reimer works as an enterprise consultant, trainer, and writer. As a consultant, Stan has designed and implemented Exchange Server and Active Directory for some of the largest companies in Canada. As a trainer, Stan specializes in creating and teaching customized Exchange Server, Active Directory, and security courses. As a writer, Stan is the lead author for the Active Directory for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Technical Reference (Microsoft Press, 2003) and other Exchange Server and ISA Server books, as well as the author of many Microsoft Learning courses.

Conan Kezema has been involved in the computer technology field as an educator, systems consultant, network systems architect, and technical writer. He is a subject matter expert, instructional designer, and technical writer on numerous Microsoft-related projects.

Mike Mulcare is an instructional systems design engineer in the Training and Certification division of the Microsoft Corporation. Mike has worked for the past two years on Directory Services and Windows Server 2003 courseware. Prior to joining Microsoft, Mike developed Windows 2000 courseware for IBM Learning Services and has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 1997. Mike has also worked for several years as a technology consultant in the legal industry specializing in system deployment and migration projects.

Byron Wright performs network consulting, computer systems implementation, and technical training. Byron is also a sessional instructor, teaching management information systems and networking. Byron has authored a number of books on Windows servers, Windows Vista, and Exchange Server.