The practical, portable guide for Windows Server administrators!

Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for administering storage, security, and networking features in Windows Server 2012 R2. Zero in on core procedures and operations through quickreference tables, instructions, and lists. You’ll get the focused information you need to save time and get the job done—whether at your desk or in the field.

Get fast facts to:

• Administer file systems, drives, and RAID
• Manage storage spaces and configure storage pools
• Configure file sharing and permissions
• Audit system resources and implement quotas
• Administer Group Policy and security settings
• Install and configure DHCP servers
• Set up and optimize DNS on a network
• Manage TCP/IP and network connections
• Manage and troubleshoot print services
• Encrypt, back up, and restore data

Introduction xv
Chapter 1 Managing file systems and drives
Chapter 2 Configuring storage
Chapter 3 Data sharing and redundancy
Chapter 4 Data security and auditing
Chapter 5 Enhancing computer security
Chapter 6 Managing users and computers with Group Policy
Chapter 7 Managing TCP/IP networking
Chapter 8 Running DHCP clients and servers
Chapter 9 Optimizing DNS
Chapter 10 Administering network printers and print services
Chapter 11 Data backup and recovery
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