Windows Command-Line Administration Instant Reference

Informationen zum Autor ABOUT THE AUTHORJohn Paul Mueller, consultant, application developer, writer, and technical editor, has written over 300 articles and 86 books, including Professional IronPython . His topics range from programming and operating systems to home security and accessibility. He has contributed articles to such magazines as DevSource, asp.netPro, InformIT, SQL Server Professional, and Visual C++ Developer , among others. His website is www.mwt.net/~jmueller/. Klappentext The perfect companion to any book on Windows Server 2008 or Windows 7, and the quickest way to access critical informationFocusing just on the essentials of command-line interface (CLI), Windows Command-Line Administration Instant Reference easily shows how to quickly perform day-to-day tasks of Windows administration without ever touching the graphical user interface (GUI). Specifically designed for busy administrators, Windows Command-Line Administration Instant Reference replaces many tedious GUI steps with just one command at the command-line, while concise, easy to access answers provide solutions on the spot.* Provides practical examples, step-by-step instructions, and contextual information* Quick-reference style delivers the commands needed for managing data and the network; working with Active Directory; performing diagnostics and maintenance; and, creating batch files and scripts* Covers administration for Windows Server 2008 Server Core, Windows Server 2008 (including R2), and Windows 7Administrators can get more done in less time with CLI than they can with the standard GUI. Compact enough to keep on hand at all times, Windows Command-Line Administration Instant Reference provides administrators with a convenient, fast and simple way to use CLI. Zusammenfassung Focusing just on the essentials of command-line interface (CLI), this title shows how to quickly perform day-to-day tasks of Windows administration without ever touching the graphical user interface (GUI). It replaces many tedious GUI steps with just one command at the command-line, while easy to access answers provide solutions on the spot. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction xix Part I: Command Line Basics 1 Chapter 1: Configuring the Local Machine 3 Configure the Command Window 4 Set the Window Options 4 Change the Font 7 Choose a Window Layout 8 Define the Text Colors 9 Set the Environment 10 Manage Environment Variables with the Set Command 10 Manage Environment Variables with the SetX Utility 13 Perform Common Tasks 16 Clear the Display 16 Determine the Operating System Version 16 Start an Application 16 Work with Services 18 Shut Down the System 19 Obtain Command Line Help 20 Chapter 2: Making Remote Connections 23 Configure the Remote System 24 Change Security and Basic Setup 25 Setup Remote Administrator 28 Use the Remote Desktop Connection Application 30 Create a Connection 30 Use a Saved Connection 35 Set the Display 35 Access Local Resources 36 Run a Configuration Program 38 Optimize Performance 38 Terminate a Session 39 Use the Start Menu 40 Use the Logoff Utility 40 Chapter 3: Automating Tasks 41 View and Manage Tasks Using Scheduled Tasks 42 Configure the Task Scheduler 43 View Tasks 44 Create New Tasks 46 Delete Existing Tasks 50 Manage Tasks Using the SchTasks Command 51 Use the /Create Switch 51 Use the /Delete Switch 53 Use the /Query Switch 53 Use the /Change Switch 54 Use the /Run Switch 54 Use the /End Switch 54 Part II: Managing Data 55 Chapter 4: Working with File and Directory Objects 57 Manage Directory Object...

List of contents

Part I: Configuring the Local Machine.
 
Chapter 1: Configuring the Local Machine.
 
Chapter 2: Making Remote Connections.
 
Chapter 3: Automating Tasks.
 
Part II: Managing Data.
 
Chapter 4: Working with File and Directory.
 
Chapter 5: Administering File and Directory Content.
 
Chapter 6: Managing the Hard Drive.
 
Chapter 7: Securing the Data.
 
Part III: Managing the Network.
 
Chapter 8: Managing the Network.
 
Chapter 9: Working with TCP/IP.
 
Chapter 10: Creating System Connections.
 
Part IV: Interacting with the Active Directory.
 
Chapter 11: Configuring Directory Services.
 
Chapter 12: Work with Directory Objects.
 
Part V: Performing Diagnostics.
 
Chapter 13: Monitoring System Events.
 
Chapter 14: Monitoring System Performance.
 
Part VI: Performing Maintenance.
 
Chapter 15: Performing Basic Maintenance.
 
Chapter 16: Managing System Users.
 
Chapter 17: Securing the System.
 
Chapter 18: Interacting with the Registry.
 
Part VII: Creating Batch Files.
 
Chapter 19: Changing the Batch File Environment.
 
Chapter 20: Working at the Command Prompt.
 
Chapter 21: Creating and Testing Batch Files.
 
Part VIII: Creating Scripts.
 
Chapter 22: Scripting Basics.
 
Chapter 23: Using the Scripting Objects.
 
Chapter 24: Advanced Scripting Examples.

Product details

• Authors: John P Mueller, John P. Mueller, John Paul Mueller, Jp Mueller
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 19.10.2010
• EAN: 9780470650462
• ISBN: 978-0-470-65046-2
• No. of pages: 576
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > IT, data processing > Data communication, networks; Informatik, Netzwerke, Netzwerk, Networking, computer science