Hands-On Microsoft® Windows® Server 2016,
2nd Edition

Michael Palmer

Hands-On Microsoft® Windows® Server 2016
ISBN-13: 9781305078628
Copyright 2018 | Published
624 pages | List Price: USD $187.95

Discover the perfect resource for learning Windows® Server 2016 from the ground up with HANDS-ON MICROSOFT® WINDOWS® SERVER 2016. Designed to build a foundation in basic server administration, this book requires no previous server experience. It covers all of the critical Windows® Server 2016 features, including the advantages unique to this new server operating system. You learn how to choose the right server edition for your needs. You also learn to install, configure, customize, manage, and troubleshoot your server most effectively. If you are new to server administration, this book gives you the background and knowledge you need to manage servers on small to large networks. If you are an experienced server administrator, this book provides a fast way to get up to speed on the latest Windows® Server 2016 administration.

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1. Introduction to Windows Server 2016.
2. Installing Windows Server 2016.
3. Configuring the Windows® Server 2016 Environment.
4. Introduction to Active Directory and Account Management.
5. Configuring, Managing, and Troubleshooting Resource Access.
6. Configuring Windows® Server 2016 Printing.
7. Configuring and Managing Data Storage.
8. Managing Windows® Server 2016 Network Services.
9. Configuring Remote Access Services.
10. Securing Windows® Server 2016.
11. Server and Network Monitoring.
12. Managing System Reliability and Availability.
Appendix A: Windows® Server 2016 Virtualization and Hyper-V.
Appendix B: Sample Windows® PowerShell Cmdlets.

  • Michael Palmer

    Michael Palmer, Ph.D., is an industry consultant and educator who has written numerous networking and operating systems books, including best-selling books about Microsoft® Windows® Server systems and UNIX®/Linux®. He is president of CertQuick, which provides computer and networking consulting services, technical authoring services, and computer science curriculum development for schools. Dr. Palmer has worked for 30 years in higher education and industry as an instructor, professor, systems and networking specialist, technical manager, department head, and consultant. He holds bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees from the University of Colorado at Boulder.

  • COVERAGE HIGHLIGHTS FEATURES CRITICAL OR NEW TO WINDOWS® SERVER 2016, Readers learn to maximize the advantages of Windows® Server 2016 as they study key features, including using graphical user interface, Windows® Server Core, Windows® PowerShell, Hyper-V, Server Manager, security features, network services, role services, monitoring tools, and more.

  • NEW CASE PROJECTS PROVIDE IMPORTANT HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE. These fresh new Case Projects put students in the shoes of a Windows® Server 2016 consultant who works in a variety of typical and challenging situations, fulfilling the needs of clients.

  • NEW APPENDIX OFFERS FLEXIBILITY IN COVERING TOPICS. This edition offers a useful, optional appendix that allows you to address using Windows® Server 2016 with Hyper-V virtualization in detail.

  • COVERAGE HIGHLIGHTS FEATURES CRITICAL OR NEW TO WINDOWS® SERVER 2016, You learn to maximize the advantages of Windows® Server 2016 as you study key features, including using graphical user interface, Windows® Server Core, Windows® PowerShell, Hyper-V, Server Manager, security features, network services, role services, monitoring tools, and more.

  • NEW CASE PROJECTS PROVIDE IMPORTANT HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE. These fresh new Case Projects put you in the shoes of a Windows® Server 2016 consultant who works in a variety of typical and challenging situations, fulfilling the needs of clients.

  • NEW APPENDIX PROVIDES OPTIONAL TOPICS FOR YOUR LEARNING. This edition offers a useful, optional appendix that allows you to study how to use Windows® Server 2016 with Hyper-V virtualization in detail.

  • EXTENSIVE HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES MAKE LEARNING COME ALIVE. More than 135 hands-on activities throughout this edition encourage active learning and help students apply new concepts to real situations and challenges as they sharpen important problem-solving skills.

  • COMPLETE COVERAGE PREPARES STUDENTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. This book thoroughly address all aspects of Windows® Server 2016 installation and administration to equip those with little experience and help those with extensive background refine their knowledge of the latest developments.

  • OBJECTIVES OVERVIEW CHAPTER TOPICS TO DIRECT LEARNING AND REVIEW. These helpful learning objectives at the start of each chapter give students an overview of what they will be able to accomplish. They are also useful for a quick review of the chapter contents.

  • SCREEN IMAGES AND VISUALS CLARIFY AND REINFORCE CRITICAL TOPICS. Screen captures reflect the latest server and software while detailed illustrations offer visualization and clarification of the book’s most important topics and processes.

  • ACTIVE REVIEW AND PRACTICE ENSURE COMPRHENSION. The author provides extensive review opportunities as well as end-of-chapter materials designed to strengthen students’ learning and abilities to apply what they’ve learned.

  • EXTENSIVE HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES MAKE LEARNING COME ALIVE. More than 135 hands-on activities throughout this edition help you apply new concepts to real situations and challenges as you sharpen important problem-solving skills.

  • COMPLETE COVERAGE PREPARES YOU FOR SUCCESS NO MATTER WHAT YOUR LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE. This book thoroughly address all aspects of Windows® Server 2016 installation and administration. This equips you with the background needed if you have little experience. If you have extensive experience, this edition helps you refine your knowledge of the latest developments.

  • OBJECTIVES OVERVIEW CHAPTER TOPICS AND DIRECT ATTENTION TO KEY POINTS. These helpful learning objectives at the start of each chapter give you an overview of what you will be able to accomplish at the conclusion of the chapter. Objectives also provide a useful tool for quick review of chapter contents.

  • SCREEN IMAGES AND VISUALS CLARIFY AND REINFORCE CRITICAL TOPICS. Screen captures reflect the latest server and software while detailed illustrations offer visualization and clarification of the book’s most important topics and processes.

  • ACTIVE REVIEW AND PRACTICE ENSURE COMPRHENSION. The author provides extensive review opportunities and helpful end-of-chapter materials to strengthen your understanding of chapter topics and help you apply what you’ve learned.

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