Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server 2003 (repost)

Master the Technology That Enables You to Master Network Management

Active Directory represents an enormous advance in network administration. It provides a vast set of powerful tools and technologies for managing a network within a native Windows environment. Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server 2003 is the resource you need to take full advantage of all it has to offer. You get a sound introduction to network directory services, then detailed, practical instruction in the work of implementing Active Directory and using all of its tools. This edition has been completely updated to address features new to Active Directory for Windows Server 2003. Coverage includes:
Understanding the concept of a network directory service
Understanding benefits specific to Microsoft's Active Directory
Analyzing business needs
Designing your Active Directory environment
Developing and executing a roll-out plan
Securing the Active Directory database
Installing and configuring DNS under AD
Creating users, groups, and objects
Implementing group policies
Modifying the Active Directory schema
Controlling Active Directory sites
Managing replication
Performing backups and recoveries
Migrating from both Windows NT and Novell environments
Integrating Active Directory and Novell Directory Services