SQL Server Magazine August 2002

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Active Directory--Make It Work for You
The August 2002 issue of Windows & .NET Magazine gives you techniques to ensure maximum uptime of your Active Directory-based network. Also, learn from real-world examples how to design an AD model that fits your environment.
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[Focus]

AD Delegation: Beyond the Basics

AD's delegation abilities can enhance IT productivity securely. These real-world examples can help you design and deploy an AD delegation model that meets the needs of your environment.

Practice Proactive AD Maintenance

AD is the heart of your Win2K network. Learn what to do to ensure maxium uptime and availability of your AD-based network.




[Feature]

Keep the Computer Browser Service Humming

With a little patience, an understanding of Windows networking, and the right tools, you can ensure accurate, complete browse lists.

Protect Your Instant Messaging

Safe IM isn't out of reach. If you know the different IM models, understand how IM networks operate, and learn how to counter their vulnerabilities, you can stave off attacks.

Using Windows 2000 IAS for Remote Access Solutions

Explore how to use Win2K's IAS on your corporate network as a central configuration point for multiple Win2K RAS servers, as part of a system in which NT 4.0 RAS servers use Win2K remote access policies, and as part of your outsourcing solution.




[Reader to Reader]

DhcpExim

Some readers find the Resource Kit tool DhcpExim unreliable.

Disabling APIPA

Edit the registry to disable APIPA.

Running Win2K Batch Files on NT 4.0

Copy and rename the command processor for each OS to test batch files on Win2K and NT 4.0 console shells.

Usrmgr Not Just for Domains

Use User Manager for Domains to manage workstation and member server accounts.




[Editorial]

Innovation, Microsoft Style

The company that's often charged with crushing innovation actually seems poised to introduce some exciting new technologies later this year.




[Scripting Solutions]

Connecting to Printers

Learn how to use the WshNetwork object, the Select Case statement, and the InputBox function to create a Windows printer connection according to computer name, username, or user location.




[This Old Resource Kit]

The Regfind Tool

Regfind lets you search the registry for character strings, perform global replace procedures, and modify remote systems’ registries.




[Tricks & Traps]

Daily Answers: Fixing Outlook Express Printing Problems

Learn how to prevent certain printers from printing borders and background colors.

Daily Answers: Preventing Delays When Working with Word Templates

Here's a quick solution that will help you avoid delays when opening Word templates.

Daily Answers: Resolving System Crashes that Result from Bad Services or Drivers

Here are workarounds to help you avoid common blue screen errors that result from Easy CD Creator software

Daily Answers: Synchronizing Shared Subfolders when Using Offline Files

Find out how to configure Offline Folders to synchronize subfolders.




[TOP 10]

Control Panel Applet Shortcuts

These 10 shortcuts let you quickly access the most commonly used Windows Control Panel applets.




[Buyer's Guide]

Firewall Software

Go beyond the world of packet filtering.




[Lab Feature]

Windows Powered Server Appliances

The Lab puts four server appliances—Maxtor’s MaxAttach NAS 4300, Dell’s PowerVault 750N, IBM’s TotalStorage NAS Model 326, and Dell’s PowerEdge 1650—to the test.




[Exchange & Outlook Troubleshooter]

Eseutil: Handle with Care

Eseutil can be a laborsaving tool when your Exchange database has problems, but using this tool can lead to disaster if you’re careless.




[Letters to the Editor]

Letters to the Editor

Readers share their thoughts on open files, mobile computing nirvana, and gigabit Ethernet performance.



 

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