Designed specifically for the corporate user of Windows 2000 Professional in a business/networked environment, these goal-oriented ten-minute lessons help the busy person get "up to speed" quickly and efficiently. Topics include navigating the desktop, starting and exiting applications, working with multiple windows, printing to a networked printer, using Outlook Express, and working with Internet Explorer and the Active Desktop.

Providing corporate users with insight into new features and technologies of Windows 2000, this guide focuses on the user interface, web technologies, remote access features, how to install new hardware and software, and more on getting the most out of desktop computers.

Sams Teach Yourself Windows 2000 Server in 21 Days teaches the administrator about the new features of Microsoft's next generation of server technology. Readers will learn about the comprehensive set of distributed infrastructure services based on the Active Directory, the first multipurpose directory service that is scalable, built from the ground up using Internet-standard technologies, and fully integrated at the operating system level. Includes coverage of enhanced features such as Active Setup, Administration, New management console, Security, File and print services, Multimedia Support, Universal Driver model, and Windows Terminal Server.

"Sams Teach Yourself Windows 2000 Server in 24 Hours" assists in the deployment and administration of a new Windows 2000 System. It uses a tutorial method for instructing users who have the tasks of installing Windows 2000 or upgrading to Windows 2000 with an emphasis on new features.

John guides the reader through the new and unfamiliar Windows interface, while introducing the new features. The book provides information in several formats, all integrated with theory, tutorials, procedures, tips and comprehensive. Topics range from: * Installation of Windows XP * Whether to upgrade and if so, how to do it * Configuring services and setting up users * Navigation of the new menus * Explanation of the new internet options, such as third party cookie alert, firewalls, and web publishing wizard * Registry configurations * Integration ideas for home networks and explanations about using the networking wizards * Accessory overview * Using XP on laptops * Working with Linux Maintaining the system & productivity tips