Whether you support 50 users or 5000, this practical guide provides fast answers for the day-to-day administration of the Windows XP Professional operating system. This popular, pocket-sized resource has been fully updated for Windows XP Service Pack 2, with new information on security administration, networking, maintenance, and more. Focus on essential system support issues and procedures with quick-reference tables, instructions, and lists. You'll get the precise information you need to solve problems and get the job done--whether you're at your desk or in the field!
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Manage and troubleshoot the Windows environment
Configure hardware and network devices
Customize desktop settings and optimize the user workspace
Manage user accounts, system access, and passwords
Enable mobile networking and remote access
Configure offline files, disk quotas, and shadow copies
Schedule routine maintenance and backups
Troubleshoot system problems and optimize performance
NEW--Install and maintain programs, and manage disk drives and file systems
NEW--Utilize security features including Add-on Manager, Pop-up Blocker, and Windows Firewall