Active Directory represents an enormous advance in network administration. It provides a vast set of powerful tools and technologies for managing a network within a native Windows environment. Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server 2003 is the resource you need to take full advantage of all it has to offer. You get a sound introduction to network directory services, then detailed, practical instruction in the work of implementing Active Directory and using all of its tools. This edition has been completely updated to address features new to Active Directory for Windows Server 2003. Coverage includes:

• Understanding the concept of a network directory service
• Understanding benefits specific to Microsoft's Active Directory
• Analyzing business needs
• Designing your Active Directory environment
• Developing and executing a roll-out plan
• Securing the Active Directory database
• Installing and configuring DNS under AD
• Creating users, groups, and objects
• Implementing group policies
• Modifying the Active Directory schema
• Controlling Active Directory sites
• Managing replication
• Performing backups and recoveries
• Migrating from both Windows NT and Novell environments
• Integrating Active Directory and Novell Directory Services