Directory Services


Group Policy Strategy and Tactics

Group policy is constantly evolving and has new functionality within Windows Server 2003. Here’s some basic training on what it can do.

Exchange 2003 Migration Roadmap

Safely find your way to Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003.

Active Directory Cleanser

Cull unused or deleted accounts using the LDIFDE tool and some scripting trickery.

Little-Known Wireless Facts

What you need to know to set up your network.

Take Control of Your Users

This requires managing expectations, data and the computing experience.

The Long and Short of Stub Zones

Stub zones can beef up your DNS infrastructure. Here’s a practical guide to when and how to use them.

Lost in a Sea of Attributes

Forget who has access to which services? Find your way back with the LDAP Browser.

Embracing Windows Server 2003: Tales from Early Adopters

Moving to a major new operating system is always daunting, but for these four companies, the switch to Microsoft’s latest OS was well worth it. In part 1 of this four-part series, a small ISP moved for the speed improvements as well as server consolidation.

Remote Control Done Right

Seeing the whole picture with NetSupport 8.1.

Microsoft's Free AD Migration Tool Shines

While commercial product boast bells and whistles, Microsoft's free tool gets the job done.

Be the Exchange Server

By trying to think like an Exchange Server, you can learn the ins and outs of the SMTP protocol.

Pocket Protection for Windows 2003

Day-to-day admin duties spelled out in detail in 285 short, narrow pages.

Your MCSA/MCSE Lab

Your company is not keen on you honing your IT skills on its WAN for good reason. Building a lab is the next best thing. Here's how.

Products You Love!

You're the ultimate authority for keeping your network up and running. You've carefully chosen tools that help you most and products you can't live without. Here are your choices for 2003's best of the best.

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