05/01/2000
May 2000 - Interop: Windows 2000/Unix DNS
Save on Win2K installs with RIS; an exam for Project Managers; getting high-tech jobs in the U.S.
In-Depth
When you're calculating TCO to justify Windows 2000, don't forget Remote Installation Services, a neat tool to deploy the OS to your client PCs.
The author shares his insights about taking high-tech position in the U.S. It's not all sunshine and stock options.
Ever failed at a project because you didn't understand how to manage it? A new GartnerInstitute program wants to teach you a better way.
Microsoft's new domain name service is enticing but requires significant planning, especially across platforms and operating systems. Perhaps the greatest challenge is interoperability with Unix DNS.
Book Reviews
A critical guide for network architects and administrators and the people who manage them.
All this training kit leaves out is the live instructor.
If you're new to SQL Server 7.0, this guide will take you through the product in preparation for the exam. Just add hands-on.
Product Reviews
Here are two programs to help you analyze those log files that IIS uses to audit Web site activity.
Retrospect delivers cutting-edge backup and restore technology
Install HackerShield 2.0 on your NT network,and your boss might mistake you for a security expert.
@Microsoft
Windows 2000 Terminal Services extends the reach of applications--and the administration behind them.
Call Me Certifiable
At last tally, Win2K had 63,000 of 'em. It's time to bring on the service packs!
Drill Down
The Windows 2000 Deployment Planning
Guide, a free book from Microsoft, consolidates descriptions of the inner workings of most of the major components that make up Windows 2000.
Editor's Desk
Take a minute to tell us what makes your job great.
Mr. Script
Sometimes, you want to trap scripting errors before anyone notices. Good error handling is the key.
Professionally Speaking
Advice about when to stay at your job and when to jump.
Should I take the jump and join a large company or small startup?
Security Advisor
Making SSO a reality in mixed-OS enterprises involves niggling details, compromises, and add-ons or third-party solutions. Does Windows 2000 help?
Windows Foundation
The critical nature of protocols demands that you spend a few minutes studying the protocols that can make or break your network.
Windows Insider
Put aside your latest list of one-alarm fires for a few hours and spend some time planning your disaster recovery response.