Mastering^TM Windows^® 2000 Professional, 2nd Edition

by Mark Minasi

• ISBN13: 9780782128536
• ISBN10: 078212853X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-11-01
• Publisher: Sybex

Summary

The Only Windows 2000 Professional Resource You Need From the expert that brought you Mastering Windows NT Workstation, Mark Minasi's Mastering Windows 2000 Professional, 2nd Edition gives you all the conceptual and practical information you need to get the most out of Microsoft's latest operating system. This is the premier resource for anyone installing, configuring, and running Windows 2000, whether as part of a corporate network or for home or small business use. You can depend on it for clear, authoritative instruction in hundreds of techniques that will make you and your workstation more productive. The perfect companion to Minasi's Mastering Windows 2000 Server! This edition includes new coverage of Active Directory, Internet Connection Sharing, secure telecommuting and how to connect to the Internet using DSL, cable modem and ISDN. Brand new coverage of advanced scripting can turn you into a power-user, and entire chapters dedicated to troubleshooting are sure to save you hours of frustration. If you call Microsoft with a Windows 2000 question, they may charge you $200. Use this book instead and save yourself some serious money! Coverage includes: * Understanding features new to Windows 2000 Professional * Installing Windows 2000 Professional * Configuring for network or stand-alone use * Active Directory Essentials * Setting up peer-to-peer networking * Setting up user profiles * Setting up a security strategy-including special issues for telecommuting * Customizing the desktop and other features * Using the Management Console * Connecting to the Internet-via LAN, cable modem, DSL, and ISDN * Automating functions using the Windows Scripting Host and VB * Installing and running applications * Using the file system * Setting up printers * Using Windows 2000's native accessories * Understanding network and Windows 2000 Professional architecture * Connecting to Novell NetWare networks * Setting up remote access * Using Windows 2000 Professional administrative and diagnostic tools * Configuring Windows 2000 Professional for sending and receiving email Real Solutions to Real Desktop Support Challenges If making a smooth transition to the latest version of Windows is important to you and your company, this book delivers the goods. It introduces you to the Windows 2000 architecture and all the new features, reveals configuration and optimization secrets to keep your workstations humming along, and teaches troubleshooting techniques that will get you out of hot water. There's no end to what you'll accomplish with these practical, step-by-step instructions from the world's most accomplished Windows NT/2000 expert!

Table of Contents

Introduction	xxxvii
PART I WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL BASICS	1	(298)
Introducing Windows 2000 Professional	3	(36)
Installing Windows 2000 professional (and Automating Installation)	39	(50)
Running Your Applications	89	(28)
Organizing Programs and Documents	117	(28)
Setting Object Properties	145	(12)
Customizing Your Desktop via Control Panel	157	(38)
Printers and Printing	195	(50)
Running Multimedia Applications	245	(28)
Sharing Data Between Applications	273	(26)
PART II COMMUNICATIONS AND THE INTERNET	299	(136)
Introduction to Communications	301	(40)
Using the Communications Programs	341	(34)
Web Browsing with Internet Explorer	375	(36)
Using Outlook Express for E-mail and News	411	(24)
PART III NETWORKING WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL	435	(202)
Understanding the Architecture	437	(30)
An In-Depth Introduction to Networks	467	(34)
Network Architectures	501	(28)
Connecting to Windows 2000 Peer-to-Peer Networks and NT4 Domains	529	(28)
Living with Windows 2000 Professional; Strict Security	557	(26)
Active Directory Essentials	583	(20)
Connecting to Novell NetWare Networks	603	(16)
Secure Telecommuting	619	(18)
PART IV ADVANCED TECHNIQUES AND TROUBLESHOOTING	637	(306)
HTML and VBScript	639	(54)
DHTML and VBScript	693	(34)
VBScript and Windows 2000 Professional	727	(46)
The Windows Scripting Host	773	(26)
Supporting New Hardware and Installing Drivers	799	(10)
Fixing Windows 2000 Professional When It Breaks	809	(36)
Administrative and Diagnostic Tools	845	(36)
Additional Customization Options	881	(30)
Advanced Troubleshooting Methodology	911	(32)
Index	943