windowsserver tagged articles.http://www.trcb.com/en-Us60Thu, 9 Feb 2012 20:59:06 ESTCopyright 2012 Dave Brown, TRCB.com All Right Reservedhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/software/h1--concept-of-ldap-signing-in-windows-server-2008-20661.htmIf you are working on Internet, then your system can be stuck in many threats. These threats can be like impersonation of legitimate user, man-in-the-middle attack, intruder interception and many more.Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:54:00 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/software/h1--concept-of-ldap-signing-in-windows-server-2008-20661.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://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.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-monitor-system-performance-2432.htm Monitor system performance: Server 2003 has been designed for high performance immediately upon installation. However, it is always possible to tune the server settings for performance gains, which is why monitoring system performance is a natural part of system administrationWed, 19 Nov 2008 16:47:01 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-monitor-system-performance-2432.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-print-queues-2431.htmTroubleshoot print queuesNormally, when we're talking about printers, we mean the piece of hardware that produces printed copy. In the Windows world, the printer is a software interface between the physical printing device and the Windows operating system. Therefore, before you can access your physical print device, you must first configure a printerWed, 19 Nov 2008 16:30:57 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-print-queues-2431.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-a-server-by-using-available-support-tools-2430.htmManage a server by using available support tools There are a few other ways of managing your servers remotely. Let's look at them briefly. Manage several servers by performing similar tasks This can be achieved by using the appropriate saved MMC consolesWed, 19 Nov 2008 16:04:25 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-manage-a-server-by-using-available-support-tools-2430.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-event-viewer-application-log-system-log-security-log-2426.htmThe Event Log service provides the capabilities for applications and services to log their respective events. Under any configuration of Server 2003, Event Viewer will always record events in three different logWed, 19 Nov 2008 15:02:53 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-event-viewer-application-log-system-log-security-log-2426.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-the-server-environment-2404.htmThe Server Environment Introduction: Lets be honest. When it comes to monitoring servers, you either love it or you view it with all the enthusiasm of a visit to the dentist. If you fall into the second category, as I do, you pray that you work with someone who falls into the first category. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:02:19 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-the-server-environment-2404.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-access-to-shared-folders-2390.htmConfigure access to shared foldersAdministrators always face the arduous task of assigning access to folders that are on the network. There are three basic ways that you can assign permissions to folders in Windows Server 2003Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:13:10 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-configure-access-to-shared-folders-2390.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-mandatory-user-profile-2370.htmMandatory user profiles :This is a roaming profile (stored server side) that allows only the Administrator the capability of making changes. If a user makes changes to this profile, they will be lost once the computer has been rebootedSun, 16 Nov 2008 19:53:18 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-mandatory-user-profile-2370.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-computer-accounts-2345.htmTroubleshoot computer accounts : The Active Directory snap-in can be used to assist you with computer account problems. Diagnose and resolve issues related to computer accounts by using the Active Directory Users and Computers MMC snap-inFri, 14 Nov 2008 17:03:00 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-computer-accounts-2345.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-a-raid-solution-2184.htmThe Disk Management console is used by the Windows Server 2003 operating system to manage disks and can be accessed by clicking on Start | All Programs | Computer Management: Locate the Disk Management console on the left preview pane and double-click to openThu, 13 Nov 2008 20:53:03 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-a-raid-solution-2184.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-the-hardware-troubleshooting-wizard-2023.htmThe Windows Hardware Troubleshooter is a wonderful tool to help troubleshoot those hardware issues that you finding a challenge to correct.Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:52:47 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-the-hardware-troubleshooting-wizard-2023.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-install-and-configure-automatic-client-update-settings-2204.htmInstall and Configure Automatic Client Update Settings The client components for SUS are contained in Windows 2000 SP 3, Windows XP SP 1, in all Windows 2003 installations and as an msi file. For Windows 2000 SP 3 or later, no additional component installation is necessary. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:40:53 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-install-and-configure-automatic-client-update-settings-2204.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-the-principle-of-least-privileg-2187.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, etWed, 12 Nov 2008 21:05:39 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-implement-the-principle-of-least-privileg-2187.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-2186.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 level. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:04:29 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-managing-network-security-2186.htmTRCB.comwindowsserverhttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-server-hardware-devices-2102.htmMuch of the troubleshooting of devices was discussed previously in the chapter. This section will cover some of the advanced troubleshooting skills needed in Windows Server 2003Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:29:02 ESThttp://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/windows-server-2003/windows-server-2003-troubleshoot-server-hardware-devices-2102.htmTRCB.comwindowsserver