Recent articles by Deborah Timmons.http://www.trcb.com/en-Us60Thu, 9 Feb 2012 21:45:22 ESTCopyright 2012 Deborah Timmons, TRCB.com All Right Reservedhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-routing-and-remote-access-top-14-questions-2615.htmThere are Managing Routing and Remote Access Questions and answers.Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:05:48 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-routing-and-remote-access-top-14-questions-2615.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-routing-and-remote-access-user-authentication-2614.htmConfigure Routing and Remote Access User Authentication: Configure Remote Access Authentication Protocols As you may recall, I earlier said that there are two conditions under which you can configure user accounts to control access through remote access policies. One is when the account used for access is local to the network access server, and the other is when the domain account is part of a domain in the proper functional level. When a domain is in mixed mode, meaning domain controllers from NT4,Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:45:43 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-routing-and-remote-access-user-authentication-2614.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-routing-and-remote-access-routing-2613.htmTroubleshoot Routing and Remote Access Routing7.3.1 Troubleshoot Demand-dial RoutingAs mentioned before, the dial-up method is the good old stand by. Typically, you will either use POTS (plain old telephone service)/PSTN (public switched telephone service) modem or an ISDN adapter for point-to-point dial-up connections. This is the same method you use if you connect to the Internet using a modem and, depending on the DSL service, can be the method used there as well.Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:40:35 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-routing-and-remote-access-routing-2613.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configuring-packet-filters-2536.htmConfiguring Packet FiltersAs you may recall, you can configure TCP/IP filters at the host level with Windows Server 2003, but with RRAS you can also configure filters at the packet level on a per interface basisTue, 02 Dec 2008 12:41:02 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configuring-packet-filters-2536.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-tcp-ip-routing-2535.htmManage TCP/IP Routing: So far, we have explored what a routing interface is. As mentioned earlier, there are two other elements needed-the routing protocol and the routing table itself. A routing protocol is used whenever you want to maintain the routing tables dynamically, which is definitely preferred in most situations. Routing protocols allow routers to share routing information. The two routing protocols supported by Windows Server 2003 are RIP and OSPTue, 02 Dec 2008 12:39:15 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-tcp-ip-routing-2535.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-routing-and-remote-access-2534.htmManaging Routing and Remote Access: Introduction:In this section, we are going to explore RRAS, the Routing and Remote Access Service. RRAS is most commonly used as a remote access service (the RAS part), whether that is dial-up or VPN. What is often overlooked, however, is the routing functionality that Microsoft has included with the service.Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:37:24 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-routing-and-remote-access-2534.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-10-windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-questions-2465.htm1. Which of the following does the Layer Two Tunneling Protocol use with Internet Protocol security (L2TP/IPSec) in 2003? A. User-level PAP authentication methods over a connection that is encrypted with IPSecSun, 23 Nov 2008 22:02:43 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-10-windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-questions-2465.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-software-updates-on-earlier-operating-systems-2464.htmConfigure Software Updates on Earlier Operating SystemsFor earlier Windows operating systems, Group Policy will not be effective. For Windows NT, Microsoft recommends using the System Policy editor. For all down level, clients use registry edits. Use these edits with caution because they can cause serious problems on a machine. The registry settings are stored in HKLM\Software\Policies\ Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:02:05 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-software-updates-on-earlier-operating-systems-2464.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-the-principle-of-least-privilege-2463.htmImplement the Principle of Least Privilege: The Microsoft Principle of Least Privilege, simply stated, suggests that we should logon using an account that only has the privileges necessary to perform general user-related tasks, such as retrieval and saving of files, printing, etc. When a user wishes to perform administrative tasks, then the user can choose the appropriate tool from Administrative ToolsSun, 23 Nov 2008 22:01:40 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-the-principle-of-least-privilege-2463.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-2458.htmManaging Network Security: To apply proper security strategies within a Windows Server 2003 network, both the Local Computer and Network need attention. At the local computer, security revolves around tasks: that is, what tasks can a locally logged-on user perform? Typically, we think in terms of adding drivers, changing settings and installing programs as candidates for scrutiny at the local leveSun, 23 Nov 2008 22:00:08 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-2458.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-managing-name-resolution-questions-2457.htm1. Which of the following is the correct way to install a DNS server in 2003 Server?A. Open the Windows Components Wizard. In Components, select the Networking Services check box, and then click Details. In Subcomponents of Networking Services, select the Domain Name System (DNS) check box, click OK, and then click Next.B. Open the Windows Components Wizard. In Components, select the Multimedia Services check box, Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:59:00 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-managing-name-resolution-questions-2457.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-dns-record-settings-2456.htmManage DNS Record SettingsThe default TTL value for the zone can be overridden for the record, if you have a specific record that requires a different TTL value. You have to turn on the advanced view to see the additional fields on the record properties. Follow these steps. The additional fields are shown in figure 5.9. Note the additional fields for both the TTL, and the scavenging settings and time stamp supplied by DNSSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:57:55 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-dns-record-settings-2456.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-dns-2455.htmManage DNS If dynamic updates are used, once the DNS is configured and tested, management is fairly straightforward. There are settings for Time-To-Live (TTL) for zones and records, and aging and scavenging settings for the zone and the server. Let's define these, and look at each one at the record, zone and server levels as they applySun, 23 Nov 2008 21:57:04 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-dns-2455.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003--configure-dns-forwarding-2454.htmConfigure DNS Forwarding: We discussed the concept of forwarding briefly earlier. When a DNS server is configured as a forwarder, it attempts to reconcile the resolution request from its cache and zone files. If it fails to do so, it then forwards the request to designated name server by sending a recursive query to it. The forwarder then does the iterative queries necessary to resolve the request,Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:56:31 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003--configure-dns-forwarding-2454.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-install-and-configure-the-dns-server-service-2453.htmInstall and Configure the DNS Server ServiceInstallation of the DNS Server Service is a straightforward matter. You need to log in with an account that has administrative rights on the server, or use the run as option and provide an administratorSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:56:06 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-install-and-configure-the-dns-server-service-2453.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-name-resolution-2452.htmManaging Name Resolution The Domain Name System, or DNS, is the basis for name resolution on the Internet and in Windows Server 2003. A thorough understanding of DNS concepts and their implementation on Windows Server 2003 will makeSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:55:30 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-name-resolution-2452.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-disaster-recovery-summary-questions-2451.htmDisaster Recovery Summary: Congratulations! Even though you know that disaster will happen no matter how well you plan, you are now well prepared to recover from those disasters using tools such as a boot diskSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:53:02 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-disaster-recovery-summary-questions-2451.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-recover-from-server-hardware-failure-2450.htmRecover from server hardware failureLots and lots of red lights are blinking on the front of your server. Red lights on this server are never a "good thing." Careful examination reveals several lights you never even knew existed, at least until now. Welcome to server hardware failure!Fortunately, Windows Server 2003 provides some tools to help you recover from hardware failures. You need to be able to correctly identify the problem and choose the proper tool or tools to respond withSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:52:40 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-recover-from-server-hardware-failure-2450.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-security-for-backup-operations-2449.htmConfigure security for backup operationsWho can backup data? You must have certain permissions or be granted certain user rights to be able to back up files and folders on a Windows Server 2003 machine. Typically you must be a member of the Administrators GrouSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:51:23 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-security-for-backup-operations-2449.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-back-up-files-and-system-state-data-to-media-2444.htmBack up files and System State data to mediaWhat is backup? Backup is a process of copying files and folders from one location in a single operation. It is done to protect data from loss due to various reasons. If you are careful about performing backups on a regular basis, when a data loss occurs you will be able to recover from it. You should be able to recover from the loss of data amounting to anything from a single file to a complete hard drive or set of hard drives in a systemSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:49:38 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-back-up-files-and-system-state-data-to-media-2444.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003--perform-system-recovery-for-a-server-2443.htm Perform system recovery for a server: Performing a system recovery (either a partial or full recovery) for a server is a task with which any network administrator should be very familiar and comfortable. Different levels of failure call for different methods of recovery. Let's look at some of the tools provided in Windows Server 2003 and their function. In a later section, we'll investigate how to use the different tools to recover from a server failure.Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:48:35 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003--perform-system-recovery-for-a-server-2443.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-and-maintaining-disaster-recovery-2442.htmManaging and Maintaining Disaster Recovery: It will happen to you. Sooner or later it will happen to you. Will you be ready? The main idea behind disaster recovery is in the name-to be able to recover from a disaster. Disaster recovery allows you to be able to return the effected system to a proper working stateSun, 23 Nov 2008 21:47:25 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-and-maintaining-disaster-recovery-2442.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-a-web-server-2434.htmManage a Web server, Manage Internet Information Services (IIS), Internet Information Services 6.0 is a book unto itself. What this section will do is try to give you a brief overview of what IIS 6.0 is, and what it can do for your organization. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:34:46 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-a-web-server-2434.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-the-server-environment-review-questions-and-answers-2436.htmThe Server Environment has reviewed monitoring and analyzing tasks on a Windows Server 2003. We took a look at some of the tools you can use to do these tasks, including Event Viewer, System Monitor and Task Manager, as well as some of the specific counters you might use to gain an in-depth knowledge of what is happening on your servers and your networkWed, 19 Nov 2008 17:34:11 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/top-16-windows-server-2003-the-server-environment-review-questions-and-answers-2436.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003 http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-monitor--optimize-a-server-environment-for-application-perf-2433.htmMonitor & optimize a server environment for application performance: Before you can optimize your system, you will need to monitor all the critical subsystems, such as memory, processor, disk and network, to see if anything needs to be changed or upgraded on your system. Server 2003 comes with two tools: System Monitor and Performance Logs and Alerts.Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:48:50 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-monitor--optimize-a-server-environment-for-application-perf-2433.htmTRCB.comComputers and Technology / Windows Server 2003