Wiley Administering Windows Server 2008 Server Core

Microsoft's new GUI-less Server Core is a command line version of Windows Server 2008 that offers better security, reduced size, and faster access. Administering Windows Server 2008 Server Core is a comprehensive guide where you'll find everything you need to quickly master this sleek new version. Packed with instructions and practical examples, this book teaches you how to operate in a windowless environment, including using all the commands, creating BAT files, working with scripts, using registry hacks, managing remote systems, and more. Includes best practices, 52 indispensable command line tricks, and an alphabetical list of all the commands. Discovering Windows in a Command Prompt Understanding Windows Server 2008 Server Core Using the Command Line Effectively Performing Essential Maintenance Tasks Essential Registry Hacks Automation Essentials Creating CMD and BAT Files Working with Scripts Editing and Compiling Batch Files and Scripts Performing Task Automation Working with the Hardware Managing the Hard Drive Managing the Network Working with TCP/IP Managing Other Hardware Working with the Software Managing Applications Working with Data Managing Files and Directories Configuring the System Setup Creating System Connections Monitoring System Events and Performance Configuring Directory Services Managing System Users Securing the System Helpful Third-Party Utilities Obtaining Command Prompt Enhancers Increasing Productivity at the Command Line Working with IIS 7 Installing and Configuring IIS Managing IIS Indispensable Command Line Tricks and Techniques Alphabetical Command List Topical Command List Listing of Best Practices Glossary