If you're an Active Directory Systems administrator, this comprehensive guide to the Windows Server 2003 R2 version of Active Directory offers you targeted solutions for the day-to-day requirements of managing a system. From improving your efficiency with ready-to-use scripts that can be downloaded from Sybex's web site, to a full range of automation solutions for managing the accounts of users and groups, this book delves into detail at the advanced level you need. Read more...

Protect your data from the most sophisticated hackers with hands-on examples and sure-fire measures. Understand the ways in which SQL Server can be hacked, and what you can do to prevent exploitation of your data. Install, administer, and program secure Microsoft® SQL Server environments and applications. Read more...

If you're a professional who manages and maintains Windows Server 2003 networks, MCSA and MCSE certifications are pure gold. You can get one step closer to certification by passing exam 70-291, a core component of both. Or, use the real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises to bring your knowledge and skills up to the higher levels demanded in this latest Windows Server environment. Read more...