Windows 2000 Active Directory
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Description
Many organizations are choosing to deploy Windows 2000 on their networks precisely because of the power and flexibility that Active Directory promises. Windows 2000 Active Directory represents a complete guide to Active Directory services and certain aspects of their use. You might think of this book as the Active Directory equivalent of one of those big guides to Microsoft Word or Adobe Photoshop: it's big, procedure-rich, and organized around the features of the software, instead of around the engineering considerations that are central to using it. Its focus on the features isn't a shortcoming, but a characteristic. A typical section has to do with Replication Monitor, a diagnostic and observation program that's part of the Windows 2000 Resource Kit. In this section, the author first provides a quick statement of where Replication Monitor is and what it does, then gives steps for using it. These steps could benefit from more illustrations, but they're not bad. The author then goes through options--synchronizing with a replication partner, checking Update Sequence Number (USN), and so on--before listing a replication log and commenting a bit on it. He repeats the strategy for scores of other features, capabilities, and utilities, the result being a detailed document that assumes little on the part of the reader. --David Wall Topics covered: An overview of Active Directory's purpose and architecture, followed by detailed guides to each of its features and capabilities. Coverage deals with replication, security, users and groups, and systems administration issues, such as installation.
Book Description
Get a jump on the all-new Windows 2000 directory service Window 2000's Active Directory identifies all resources on a network, making them accessible to users and application u something previous versions of NT lacked. Windows 2000 Active Directory, by Joe Casad, shows you how to to use Active Directory to reduce the total cost of running a network by controlling all the directories and devices on a network from one location, under one platform. This unique, in-depth treatment gives you specific cost-saving tips and examples. You learn how to set up Active Directory...handle security....distinguish domains trees and interoperate Active Directory with NT and NetWare, TCP/IP and DNS...write scripts to automate administrative tasks...support applications...customize schema...and more.
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1 out of 1 people found the following review helpful:
all together disappointingTuesday, February 25, 2003
Although I've read other books by Joe Casad which I liked, I'm disappointed with this book. I don't think its a book for someone who is a beginner or even someone who has a basic knowledge of active directory. I think this is geared for someone who has experience with NT and wants to upgrade to Win 2000 active directory. There's nothing wrong with that. But I think perhaps the author should have been more clear on that so that people like me don't have to waste time and money to find that out. I also think that there seems to be no order to the book. It jumps around from subject to subject. Maybe others would disagree, but I like to have a book that starts with basics and then works itself up. This book altogether has been a frustrating experience.
3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Complex Issue, Complex Book...Saturday, May 11, 2002
Although I appreciate the Authors insight and layout in the way OU's are described in this book, other issues are still vague and need more step by step examples.
As an NT 4 MCSE, I have taken the classes for MCSE 2000 certification and work with mixed mode Windows NT4 and Windows NT2K daily. There is alot of information in this book, though as you get deeper into security and group policies - some real world examples would be a huge help in understanding Active Directory.
We need some case study type examples for networks of 10 to 25 users, 50 to 100 users and also networks of 500 to 1000 users, with sample OU's and group policy settings - step by step. And also it would be nice to see the pros and cons of these sample networks with and with Active Directory installed.
This is a complex issue, the author has done a good job here with a wide and comprehensive overview on Active Directory - though I will be purchasing other books on Active Directory.
1 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
too good to believe !Friday, September 14, 2001
was suggested by a teacher. exellent guide for beginners like me. im new to win-200, its a really great for people like me. the book is well written, clear and consice. i would suggest it to any body who is new to active directory. active directory is based on dns, it does a wounderful job of explaining the dns server. chap 7 is the actuall part of installing the active directory which i belive is the appropriate time to do it once you have the basics covered from chap 1 - chap 6. Go for it.
4 out of 5 people found the following review helpful:
A must read for W2K AdministratorsTuesday, December 26, 2000
This book is an excellent examination of active directory. I particularly recommend this book for administrators moving from NT4 to W2K. Active directory represents the single biggest change from NT4 and for many folks represents the single biggest point of confusion in the migration.
28 out of 30 people found the following review helpful:
Difficult subject explained clearly and thoroughlyTuesday, June 27, 2000
After reading hundreds of pages in 2 different Microsoft Press books, I knew all of the components of Active Directory, but still did not understand its purpose or functionality. Within 14 pages of this book, it all made sense. This book is easy to read with great flow and still presents material in great depth.
I work as a Microsoft Certified Trainer and spend a lot of time looking for texts that are accurate, easy to understand, and thorough. In short, I have recommended this one to all of my fellow trainers for Win2K preparation and will consider it as a reference source for our students.