This classic bestseller continues in the tradition of Peter Norton's other helpful guides. His clear, friendly style solves the mystery of DOS so you can get your work done quickly. For those new to DOS, his introductions to the DOS shell and DOS commands get you up and running with ease. And if you already know DOS, advanced tips will help you take DOS to a new level of expertise.

Three primary network environments--Windows NT/2000, Unix/Linux and NetWare--are the primary focus of this book, which covers all the basics of using a network system, as well as advanced maintenance and security strategies, integrating multiple operating systems, and establishing simple mini-LANs.

This guide aims to provide a complete reference for users of DOS 6.2.

A variety of topics are discussed in this work, enabling the reader to gain an understanding of the Linux System. Installation, configuration and maintenance are all included and practical advice is offered for creating individual networks. Red Hat, Caldera and SuSe are all discussed.

Windows 2000 introduces many new technologies designed to improve system performance and capability. This book explains the underlying technologies and their practical implications. Topics covered include customizing the new interface, and installation and configuration wizards and options.

Technical detail and implementation strategy provides an excellent combination and overview of common issues, designed to help network administrators develop successful security plan. Exercises in each chapter guide and encourage readers to explore topics further, using files found on the CD.