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Preparing for Active Directory installation in Windows 2000 Server

April 23, 2007 7:00am PDT

Good preparation and correct planning are essential for Active Directory (AD) installation. Although it's impossible to predict installation glitches precisely, you can at least minimize the...

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Extend Remote Installation Service's functionality with third-party tools in Windows 2000 Server

April 16, 2007 7:00am PDT

Remote Installation Service is handy for deploying Windows 2000 Professional across your network from your Windows 2000 Server. But what else can you do with RIS? Learn how you can maintain and...

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See current client connections in Windows 2000 Professional

April 16, 2007 7:00am PDT

Who's on your system? Here's what you need to know about the Computer Management Console, which can help you find out who is connected to your Windows 2000 Professional system via shared folders.

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Install Remote Installation Services for Windows 2000 Server

April 9, 2007 7:00am PDT

You don't need to stand over your computers while you install Windows 2000 Professional. Here's how to understand and use Remote Installation Services to install the operating system over the...

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Enforce password settings in Windows 2000 Professional

April 9, 2007 7:00am PDT

It can be easy to remember a password -- too easy, in fact. Learn how to keep users from reusing the same passwords, while maintaining sufficient complexity to make it difficult for a would-be...

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Add Shut Down to the logon dialog box in Windows 2000 Professional

April 2, 2007 7:00am PDT

If you frequently restart Windows 2000 Professional, it's not necessary to log on just to shut it down. Here's how to set up your desktop to conveniently shut down right from the Logon dialog box.

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Deploy Windows 2000 Server on multiple computers with disk duplication

April 2, 2007 7:00am PDT

Did you know that you can copy all the files required for Windows 2000 Server installation onto a disk? Learn how to deploy Windows 2000 to multiple computers with disk duplication and make...

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Hide the last logon in Windows 2000 Professional

March 26, 2007 8:00am PDT

Don't unwittingly open yourself up to a security breach—ensure a blank slate each time you log in to Windows 2000 Professional by hiding your user name altogether. Here's a simple way to tighten...

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Unattended installation from your Windows 2000 Server CD

March 26, 2007 8:00am PDT

Create an answer file for unattended installation and make it portable—by using your Windows 2000 Server CD! Here are the modifications you need to know about in order to take your installation...

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Install answer file entries on your Windows 2000 Server

March 19, 2007 8:00am PDT

Even though your Windows 2000 Server's Setup Manager Wizard is both powerful and useful, it isn't perfect. Learn how to add additional answer file entries for convenience—or security—in Windows...

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Change the command console size in Windows 2000 Professional

March 19, 2007 8:00am PDT

Configure the command console size in Windows 2000 Professional to display more data, be it a directory listing, session record, or command archive. You'll also learn how to change the buffer to...

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Explore the Windows 2000 Professional command console

March 12, 2007 8:00am PDT

Investigate the Windows 2000 Professional command console and get a handle on powerful options such as services control and directory listings. Here's how to find some of your most useful commands...

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Creating answer files for your Windows 2000 Server

March 12, 2007 8:00am PDT

Answer files can be useful for setting up Windows 2000 Server automatically. Learn about the powerful Windows 2000 Setup Manager Wizard and the Deploy.cab file, which are invaluable tools for...

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Restrict printer access with Windows 2000 Professional

March 5, 2007 8:00am PST

If your printer is more popular than you'd like, you can either remove it from the LAN or give access to certain users. Learn your options for restricting printer access from your Windows 2000...

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Install and deploy Windows 2000 Server on multiple clients

March 5, 2007 8:00am PST

Don't go door-to-door to install and deploy Windows 2000 Server on each client—Microsoft has an assortment of utilities available so you can manage all the systems from your master disk. Here's...

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Don't get lost when your Windows 2000 Server's GUID overloads

February 26, 2007 8:00am PST

Windows 2000 Server's globally unique identifier (GUID) can wreak havoc when it runs out of memory. Find out how you can avoid the problem by creating a backup in case the GUID gets overloaded.

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Make a Windows 2000 Professional printer pool

February 26, 2007 8:00am PST

Pool your printers—and handle multiple printer configurations with the simplicity of one. Here's how to set up printer pooling for your Windows Professional 2000 workstations.

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Use the Runas command in Windows 2000 Server

February 16, 2007 8:00am PST

Switch between Windows 2000 Server administrator and user by using the Runas command. Here's how to become a Super User, Windows style.

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Changing the location and name of My Documents in Windows 2000 Pro

February 16, 2007 8:00am PST

If you aren't feeling quite as secure with the location of your My Documents folder in Windows 2000 Professional, don't worry—you can change the properties of My Documents in order to move it to a...

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Required reboot reference list for Windows 2000 Server

February 12, 2007 8:00am PST

If you've ever found yourself unexpectedly rebooting Windows 2000 Server after making modifications, this list can help you anticipate future mod-related restarts.

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